Comparison

Remote Control for TV Pro vs TV Remote Control

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Remote Control for TV Pro

Transform your iPhone into a universal TV remote. Easily control any smart TV on your WiFi network with features like power, navigation, volume, and media controls. Unlock advanced functions like keyboard input and direct channel access with a subscription or lifetime purchase.

Highlights
  • Universal smart TV control
  • Automatic TV discovery
  • D-Pad and channel navigation
  • Volume and mute controls
  • Media playback controls
  • Keyboard input for search
  • Ad-free experience (Pro)
Features
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Lost your TV remote again? Control your TV right from your iPhone. Remote Control for TV turns your phone into a powerful, always-in-your-pocket remote control for any Smart TV on your WiFi network. EASY SETUP Simply open the app and it automatically discovers your TV. No complicated pairing required. You can also enter your TV's IP address manually if needed. FREE FEATURES - Power on/off with Wake-on-LAN support - D-Pad navigation (up, down, left, right, select) - Volume and mute controls - Channel up and down - Home, Back, and Menu buttons - Automatic TV discovery - Save one TV for quick access PRO FEATURES Unlock the complete remote experience: - Control multiple TVs - Number pad for direct channel entry - Input source selection (HDMI, USB, etc.) - Media controls (play, pause, stop, rewind, fast forward) - Keyboard input for searching apps and typing on your TV - Color buttons (red, green, yellow, blue) for interactive features - Hold-to-repeat for volume and channel buttons - Customizable haptic feedback intensity - Ad-free experience PRO OPTIONS Choose the plan that works for you: - Weekly subscription with a 3-day free trial - Lifetime purchase for permanent access (one-time payment) Works with Smart TVs connected to the same WiFi network as your iPhone. Requires iOS 17.6 or later. Stop searching between couch cushions. Download Remote Control for TV today. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

TV Remote Control

Features
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Turn your iPhone into a remote for compatible Smart TVs and streaming devices. UniRemote brings everyday TV controls, touchpad navigation and text entry together in one app. YOUR TV CONTROLS, ON YOUR PHONE • Find compatible devices on your local WiFi network. • Navigate with remote buttons or a touchpad, where supported. • Adjust volume, mute sound and change channels on supported devices. • Use your iPhone keyboard for text entry on supported devices. • Open supported TV apps and switch between your saved devices. • Wake compatible TVs when supported by the TV and network. EASY TO SET UP 1. Connect your iPhone and TV to the same WiFi network. 2. Open UniRemote and allow local network access. 3. Select your device and follow the pairing instructions. 4. Use the controls available for your connected device. COMPATIBILITY UniRemote works with compatible network-connected devices. Available controls depend on your TV or streaming device model, firmware and network settings. Touchpad, keyboard, volume, channels, app launching and wake features are not available on every device. A WiFi connection alone does not guarantee compatibility. UNIREMOTE PRO Some controls and features require an in-app purchase. Available plans and prices are shown in the app before purchase. INDEPENDENT REMOTE APP UniRemote is a third-party app. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by or sponsored by any TV manufacturer, streaming platform or hardware brand. Terms of Use: https://uniremote4you.firebaseapp.com/terms.html Privacy Policy: https://uniremote4you.firebaseapp.com/privacy.html

Screenshots

Remote Control for TV Pro4 screens
TV Remote Control4 screens

Verdict

The call

Remote Control for TV Pro and TV Remote Control are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Remote Control for TV Pro sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and TV Remote Control sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
Remote Control for TV Pro versus TV Remote Control: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRemote Control for TV ProTV Remote Control
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequency—Every 5 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.616.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size14 MB54 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperMobile Card Games & Travel Apps LLCERHAN AKSU

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Remote Control for TV Pro

Subscriptions1
  • Samsung Remote Pro3 Days trial$2.997 Days
One-time1
  • Lifetime Pro$19.99
3 purchases

TV Remote Control

Subscriptions2
  • 1 Month Premium$8.991 Month
  • 1 Year Premium3 Days trial$14.991 Year
One-time1
  • UniRemote Lifetime Premium$39.99

Questions

Is Remote Control for TV Pro free?
Remote Control for TV Pro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is TV Remote Control free?
TV Remote Control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Remote Control for TV Pro or TV Remote Control have ads?
Neither Remote Control for TV Pro nor TV Remote Control shows ads.

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