Infrared AI™ Scan vs Universal Remote
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Infrared AI™ Scan
Connect to a spectral data collection device via Bluetooth to scan and visualize spectral data. Build AI models for specific needs and share data and trained models easily with others.
- Connect to LS SWIR SDK via BLE
- Scan spectral data anywhere
- Visualize spectral data
- Build AI models
- Share spectral data and models
- QR code sharing
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The Infrared AI™ Scan enables you to collect spectral data from the LS SWIR SDK device and build AI models for your specific needs. Simply connect to the LS SWIR SDK with your iPhone or iPad via BLE (Bluetooth Low Energy) and scan anytime, anywhere. You can visualize the collected spectral data and perform classification analysis. Easily share the spectral data as well as the trained models with others, regardless of their software platform. The Infrared AI™ Scan provides simple sharing methods, such as QR codes. You can purchase the LS SWIR SDK device at the LinkSquare website (https://linksquare.io/order).
Universal Remote
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Turn your phone into a smart universal remote control. Control TVs, air conditioners, fans, projectors, set-top boxes, air purifiers, robot vacuums, water heaters, washing machines and more from a single app. Features: • Universal remote control • TV remote control • Air conditioner remote • WiFi and infrared support • Easy device management • Smart home control experience • Simple setup and operation Note: Some features require compatible infrared accessories or supported hardware.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: Infrared AI™ Scan at none against Universal Remote's shown. Universal Remote's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs monthly). 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Infrared AI™ Scan ships an update monthly, Universal Remote every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on August 16, 2026 and September 8, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Infrared AI™ Scan | Universal Remote |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Every 2 weeks — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 60 MB | 34 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Stratio, Inc. | 海彬 唐 |
In-app purchases
Infrared AI™ Scan
No in-app purchases
Universal Remote
No in-app purchases
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