Universal Remote Control・TV vs Universal Smart
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Universal Remote Control・TV
Transform your iPhone into a powerful universal remote for your Smart TV. Easily control various TV brands, navigate menus with a touchpad, and input text with a smart keyboard, all without a physical remote.
- Universal Smart TV control
- Wi-Fi network connection
- Touchpad navigation
- Smart keyboard input
- Quick app launching
- Simple user interface
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Control your Smart TV directly from your iPhone — no physical remote needed and no hassle. Universal Remote TV turns your iPhone into a practical and powerful remote control for your Smart TV. No more searching for a lost remote: simply connect your iPhone and TV to the same Wi-Fi network and start using it in seconds. Compatible with many Smart TV models, including TVs manufactured by companies like Samsung, LG, Roku, Sony, AndroidTV, Fire TV, Vizio, and Hisense — one complete solution for your home. Disclaimer: This application is an independent product and is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Samsung, LG, Roku, or any other TV brand mentioned. Whether you want to watch movies and TV shows, open apps, or listen to music, control your TV right from your phone with a simple and intuitive interface. Key features: Automatic discovery of TVs connected to the same Wi-Fi network Volume control, navigation, and main remote buttons Touchpad for fast and precise menu navigation Smart keyboard for easy text input, passwords, and searches Quick launch of apps like Netflix and YouTube Clean, simple, and user-friendly interface Before purchasing, you can check compatibility with your TV and try the main features. Premium: Unlock all features and enjoy the best remote control experience. Available options Weekly subscription Annual subscription Lifetime purchase (one-time payment) Subscription information: Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account upon confirmation of purchase (or after the free trial period, if available). Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renewal is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. The renewal charge will occur within 24 hours before the end of the current period. Users can manage subscriptions and disable auto-renewal in their App Store account settings. Any unused portion of a free trial period will be forfeited when a purchase is made. Disclaimer: This application is an independent product and is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Samsung, LG, Roku, or any other TV brand mentioned. Support: support@zentera.io Privacy Policy: https://zentera.io/privacy-policy.html Terms of Use: https://zentera.io/terms-of-use.html
Universal Smart
Control your smart TV and streaming devices with your phone. This app automatically connects over Wi-Fi to offer a full remote layout, keyboard for easy typing, and quick launch buttons for popular streaming services.
- Automatic Wi-Fi connection
- Full remote control layout
- Phone keyboard for typing
- One-tap streaming shortcuts
- Compatible with major smart TV brands
- Control from any room on Wi-Fi
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Lost your TV remote? ROMOT is a universal remote app for Roku, TCL, Hisense, Samsung and LG Smart TVs — connects automatically over Wi-Fi in seconds, no setup needed. Control your Smart TV from your iPhone with the full remote layout, phone keyboard for fast typing, and one-tap shortcuts for Netflix, YouTube, Prime Video and Disney+. Why ROMOT beats your physical remote: - Auto-Detects Your TV Instantly — connects to Roku, TCL, Hisense, Samsung and LG Smart TVs on your Wi-Fi in seconds. - Full Remote Controls — navigate, play, pause, fast-forward, rewind, volume. Every button from your physical remote. - Phone Keyboard — type titles and log into apps at full speed. No more letter-by-letter on screen. - One-Tap Streaming Shortcuts — launch Netflix, YouTube, Prime Video, Disney+ and more instantly. - Works Anywhere — no pointing required. Control from any room on the same Wi-Fi network. Compatible with: Roku TV · Roku Streaming Stick · Roku Express · TCL Roku TV · Hisense Roku TV · Samsung Smart TV · LG Smart TV · Sharp · ONN · Philips This app is not affiliated with or endorsed by Roku, Samsung, LG, TCL or any TV manufacturer. All brand names are trademarks of their respective owners. Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1MYcFotTax6Cjw44-5BzHQR06HUZfuyBHILm9bue7okU/edit?tab=t.0 Terms and Conditions: https://docs.google.com/document/d/15nTlNcfLUgmVlV2JGBNiNpVzO9AOoqdaASAnYJmTYFQ/edit?tab=t.0 Subscription Details: -Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at the time of confirmation of purchase (or after any applicable free trial period). -Your subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. -Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period, at the same price as your initial plan. - You can manage your subscription and turn off auto-renewal anytime by going to your Account Settings in the App Store after purchase. -Any unused portion of a free trial (if offered) will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription. If you need any support, feel free to contact us at phantomapps00@gmail.com
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Universal Smart at 5.0 against Universal Remote Control・TV's 4.3. Universal Remote Control・TV's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (10 vs 3). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Universal Remote Control・TV sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Universal Smart sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Universal Smart holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 10 and 3 respectively.
Universal Remote Control・TV ships an update every 2 weeks, Universal Smart every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Universal Remote Control・TV | Universal Smart |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.3 (10 ratings) | 5.0 (3 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 10 — better | 3 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | Every 10 days — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 | 16.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 67 MB | 78 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Zentera Pty Ltd | Umer Javed |
Customer experience
Universal Remote Control・TV
Universal Smart
In-app purchases
Universal Remote Control・TV
- Weekly Premium7 Days trial$4.997 Days
- Weekly Premium$4.997 Days
- Weekly Premium3 Days trial$4.997 Days
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- Monthly Premium$8.991 Month
- Annual Premium$24.991 Year
- Annual Premium3 Days trial$24.991 Year
- Annual Premium7 Days trial$24.991 Year
- Lifetime Premium$49.99
Universal Smart
- Weekly Roku TV Remote Controller3 Days trial$5.997 Days
- Universal Remote — Pay As You Go7 Days trial$6.997 Days
- Yearly Smart TV Remote Control$29.991 Year
- Lifetime Universal TV Remote Pro$39.99
Questions
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