Comparison

TV Remote Universal Control · vs Smart TV · Universal Remote

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

Head to head
About

TV Remote Universal Control ·

Transform your iPhone into a universal TV remote. Control over 1000 TV models from major brands like Samsung, LG, and Sony using Wi-Fi. Offers full remote functionality with a simple, intuitive interface.

Highlights
  • Universal TV remote control
  • Control 1000+ TV models
  • Wi-Fi connectivity
  • Full remote functions (power, volume, channels)
  • Simple, intuitive interface
  • Control multiple TVs
Features
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Turn your iPhone into a powerful universal TV remote control. You can control virtually any Smart TV brand using your phone. COMPATIBLE WITH ALL MAJOR TV BRANDS Works with Samsung, LG, Roku, Vizio, TCL, Hisense, Sony, Philips, Toshiba, Element, Insignia, Haier, Sceptre, ONN, Xumo, Sharp, Sanyo, and hundreds more — all via Wi-Fi. KEY FEATURES • Universal TV remote control for 1000+ TV models • Works via Wi-Fi • Full remote control: power, volume, channels, input, menu • Simple and intuitive interface — no setup required • Control multiple TVs from a single app HOW IT WORKS 1. Open the app and select your TV brand 2. Connect via Wi-Fi 3. Start controlling your TV instantly PERFECT FOR • Anyone who lost or broke their TV remote • People who want to control multiple TVs with one app • Smart TV users who want a better remote experience • Travelers who want to control hotel room TVs Download now and turn your iPhone into the only TV remote you will ever need.

About

Smart TV · Universal Remote

Features
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Smart TV · Universal Remote lets you control compatible Smart TVs from your iPhone in seconds. No more lost remotes or switching between different apps. Connect your phone and TV to the same Wi-Fi network and start controlling instantly. Designed for many popular Smart TV systems and network-enabled streaming devices. Main features: Automatic TV detection on your local Wi-Fi Full remote controls: power, volume, channels, navigation, playback, home, and back Multiple control modes: D-pad, touchpad, and numpad Built-in keyboard for faster text entry Quick app launch for popular streaming services Media casting (photos and videos) to compatible TVs Fast reconnect to your last connected device Premium features: Unlimited remote actions Unlimited keyboard access Instant app launch Ad-free experience Priority support Subscription details: Weekly, monthly, and yearly plans may be available Payment is charged to your Apple ID at confirmation of purchase Subscription renews automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period Manage and cancel anytime in your App Store account settings Any unused free trial portion (if offered) is forfeited after purchase This app is an independent product and is not affiliated with or endorsed by any TV manufacturer, streaming platform, or media service brand. EULA (Terms of Use): https://tvremoteuniversal.netlify.app/terms Privacy Policy: https://tvremoteuniversal.netlify.app/privacy

Screenshots

TV Remote Universal Control ·4 screens
Smart TV · Universal Remote4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: TV Remote Universal Control · at none against Smart TV · Universal Remote's 5. TV Remote Universal Control · also leads on ads (none vs shown). Smart TV · Universal Remote's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price and device support 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. Smart TV · Universal Remote sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. TV Remote Universal Control · asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
TV Remote Universal Control · versus Smart TV · Universal Remote: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTV Remote Universal Control ·Smart TV · Universal Remote
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (213 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews87.5% of reviews—
Number of ratings213 — better—
Update frequency—Every 5 weeks
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS15.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size34 MB48 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPylabAlberto Gonzalez Alfaro

In-app purchases

None

TV Remote Universal Control ·

No in-app purchases

5 purchases

Smart TV · Universal Remote

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly Premium Access3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Monthly Premium Access$7.991 Month
  • Yearly Premium Access$29.991 Year
One-time2
  • Lifetime Access - Welcome Offer$4.99
  • Lifetime Access$9.99

Questions

Is TV Remote Universal Control · free?
TV Remote Universal Control · is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Smart TV · Universal Remote free?
Smart TV · Universal Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do TV Remote Universal Control · or Smart TV · Universal Remote have ads?
Smart TV · Universal Remote shows ads; TV Remote Universal Control · does not.

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