Comparison

Remote Control for TV Pro vs SamRemote

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

SamRemote

Features
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Turn your phone into a powerful Smart TV remote - no physical remote needed. Not affiliated with or endorsed by Samsung Electronics. FREE FEATURES - D-Pad navigation (Up, Down, Left, Right) - OK, Back, Home, Menu controls - Volume up/down and Mute - Channel up/down - Playback: Play, Pause, Stop, Skip - Auto-discover Smart TVs on your Wi-Fi - Manual connect via IP address - Save and reconnect to your TVs PREMIUM - 7-DAY FREE TRIAL - App Launcher: open Netflix, YouTube, Prime Video, and more in one tap - Pad Mode: touchpad gestures for fast, precise navigation - Power On: wake your Smart TV from your phone - Ad-Free: no ads, no interruptions HOW IT WORKS Your phone and Smart TV must be on the same Wi-Fi network. The app automatically scans and connects with no cables, no Bluetooth, and no complicated setup. On first connection, accept the pairing prompt on your TV screen. Supports most Smart TVs (2016-2025). NOTES - Requires Local Network Access permission - Power On requires your TV's MAC address (found in TV Network Settings) - Smart TVs only SUBSCRIPTION TERMS Premium plans: Monthly, Annual, or Lifetime. Monthly and Annual include a 7-day free trial for new subscribers. Payment is charged to your Apple ID at purchase confirmation. Subscription auto-renews unless canceled at least 24 hours before the period ends. Manage subscriptions in Apple ID Account Settings. Support: https://sweeper.sg-van.fun/tvremote/support/index.html?lang=en Privacy: https://sweeper.sg-van.fun/tvremote/privacy/index.html Terms: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Remote Control for TV Pro4 screens
SamRemote3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Remote Control for TV Pro at none against SamRemote's shown. On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

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 SamRemote sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
Remote Control for TV Pro versus SamRemote: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRemote Control for TV ProSamRemote
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequency—Every 6 weeks
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.616.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size14 MB12 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperMobile Card Games & Travel Apps LLCJing Tang

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

SamRemote

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Premium3 Days trial$1.991 Month
  • Annual Premium$9.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Premium$19.99

Questions

Is Remote Control for TV Pro free?
Remote Control for TV Pro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is SamRemote free?
SamRemote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Remote Control for TV Pro or SamRemote have ads?
SamRemote shows ads; Remote Control for TV Pro does not.

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