Comparison

Smart Remote+ vs Universal TV Remote TelePad

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

Head to head
About

Smart Remote+

Transform your Apple devices into a comprehensive remote for LG smart TVs. Control playback, volume, and navigation directly from your iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, or home screen widgets. Features like Live Activities and Wake-on-LAN offer seamless, instant access to your TV.

Highlights
  • Live Activities and Dynamic Island integration
  • Full Apple Watch app with directional pad and Digital Crown
  • Home Screen Widgets for instant control
  • Wake-on-LAN for powering on TV
  • Automatic TV discovery and multi-TV support
  • Customizable remote layouts
  • Service menu and number pad access
Features
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Turn your iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch into the ultimate TV remote — now for LG webOS, Samsung, Sony Bravia, Google TV / Android TV, and Apple TV. With Live Activities, Dynamic Island support, powerful widgets, and ultra-reliable Wake-on-LAN, controlling your TV has never felt this seamless. Whether you're across the room or anywhere in your home, your TV is always just a tap away. Works With Your TV • LG webOS TVs (2016 and newer) — the full experience: touchpad, Scenes, picture settings, Live Activities, service menu, and more • Sony Bravia TVs — power, volume, inputs, navigation, and media playback; connects instantly with no pairing codes • Samsung TVs — power, volume, inputs, navigation, and media playback; just accept the pairing on the TV • Google TV and Android TV devices (TCL, Philips, Nvidia Shield, Chromecast with Google TV, US Hisense, and more) — power, volume, inputs, navigation, media playback, and app launching • Apple TV — pair with the on-screen code, navigate with the D-pad or swipe gestures, control playback, and launch installed apps. Choose a saved TV for volume control while using your Apple TV remote. Live Activity & Dynamic Island (LG webOS) See what's playing on your TV directly from your Lock Screen and Dynamic Island. Control play/pause, volume, and mute instantly — with app-themed colors for Netflix, YouTube, Disney+, and more. Your TV controls, without even opening the app. Full Apple Watch App Control your TV from your wrist. Includes: • Directional pad navigation • Media playback controls • Power on/off • HDMI input switching Perfect when your phone isn't nearby. Powerful Home Screen Widgets Access your TV controls instantly without opening the app. Widgets let you: • Power on your TV • Adjust volume • Switch HDMI inputs • Launch streaming apps (LG and Google TV) • Control playback Available in multiple sizes and fully integrated with Wake-on-LAN. Scenes (LG webOS) Save picture mode, sound output, and input as a one-tap preset. Movie night, gaming, daytime TV — set the whole TV up in a single tap from the app, widgets, or Shortcuts. Automatic TV Discovery Find the TVs on your network with a single tap. The app automatically detects your TV's name, IP address, and MAC addresses — no manual configuration required. Customizable Remote Layout Build your ideal remote. Rearrange, show, or hide: • Volume slider • Volume buttons • Media controls • Navigation controls • And more Give every TV its own layout — or share one default across them all. The editor only offers controls your TV actually supports, and layouts are independent on iPhone and Apple Watch. TV Self-Test Not sure everything's working? Run a live command sweep that proves what your TV responds to and produces a shareable report — perfect for diagnosing tricky network setups. Configuration Import & Export Back up or transfer your TV configurations between devices with ease. Service Menu Access (LG webOS) Access the TV service menu and number pad for hotel mode and advanced settings when needed. Multiple TV Support Easily switch between different TVs in your home — even different brands. Each TV maintains its own connection and settings for effortless multi-room control. Built for Reliability • Improved auto-reconnect after background idle • Enhanced Live Activity state tracking • More stable watch command handling • Continuous performance improvements Pay once for Pro — no subscriptions, no ads. Experience the convenience of complete TV control — through the full app, widgets, Live Activities, or right from your wrist. No more searching for the remote.

About

Universal TV Remote TelePad

Transform your iPhone into a universal smart TV remote. Control your TV over WiFi, navigate with a touchpad, and cast local media to the big screen. Works with major brands and offers seamless connection and app launching.

Highlights
  • Universal Smart TV remote control
  • WiFi connectivity
  • Touchpad navigation
  • TV app launcher
  • Local media casting
  • Essential remote buttons
Features
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Say goodbye to lost plastic remotes and the clutter on your coffee table! TelePad turns your iPhone into a powerful, universal Smart TV remote control. Whether you want to control your TV over WiFi, navigate using a smooth touchpad, or cast your local photos and videos to the big screen, TelePad has got you covered. KEY FEATURES - Universal Compatibility: Works seamlessly with leading global Smart TV brands including Samsung, LG, Roku, Sony, Fire TV, Vizio, TCL, Hisense, and many more. - Smart Connection: Automatically detects and connects to your Smart TV or streaming device within the same local Wi-Fi network. - Advanced Touchpad Mode: Navigate your TV interface with absolute ease! Move the cursor, swipe, scroll, and tap with fluid gesture controls. - TV App Launcher: Browse and launch installed TV applications like Netflix, YouTube, Prime Video, Disney+, and more, directly from your phone screen. - Media Casting (Cast): Instantly stream high-quality local photos and HD videos from your device gallery straight to the TV screen to share with friends and family. - Essential Controls: Full simulation of a physical remote including Power ON/OFF, volume adjustments (+/-), channel switching, mute, menu, back, and home navigation. WHY CHOOSE TELEPAD? - Zero Configuration: Open the app, scan via Wi-Fi, and connect. No complex setups or pairing codes are required. - Ultra-Low Latency: High-speed transmission within the local network ensures real-time command execution without freezes or lag. - All-in-One Tool: Combines classic directional keys, an intelligent touchpad, a TV app hub, and a screen casting tool into one modern interface. - Elegant Dark UI: Designed with a premium dark interface that reduces eye strain, optimized for late-night usage in the living room. HOW TO USE 1. Ensure your iPhone and Smart TV / streaming device are connected to the exact same Wi-Fi network. 2. Open TelePad and allow access to detect devices on your local network. 3. Select your TV from the list of discovered devices to establish a connection. 4. Enjoy full touch and button control over your entertainment system! PRIVACY AND COMPLIANCE TelePad strictly respects user privacy. The local network permission is requested by iOS only to perform a local Wi-Fi scan and discover nearby smart devices. We do not track, collect, or share your personal data or network history with third parties. Download TelePad today and experience the most modern and convenient way to control your home theater!

Screenshots

Smart Remote+4 screens
Universal TV Remote TelePad4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Universal TV Remote TelePad at 5.0 against Smart Remote+'s 4.1. Smart Remote+'s advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (10 vs 1). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Smart Remote+ sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Universal TV Remote TelePad sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Universal TV Remote TelePad holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Smart Remote+ has 10 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Smart Remote+ ships an update every 9 days, Universal TV Remote TelePad every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Smart Remote+ versus Universal TV Remote TelePad: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSmart Remote+Universal TV Remote TelePad
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.1 (10 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews75.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings10 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 9 daysEvery 5 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.017.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size21 MB49 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBouncing Ball GamesHenan Yimai Computer Technology Co., Ltd.

Customer experience

Smart Remote+

All ratings8 ratings
Positive75.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative25.0%
Written reviews8 reviews
Positive75.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative25.0%

Universal TV Remote TelePad

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Smart Remote+

One-time1
  • Smart Remote+ Pro$2.99
1 purchases

Universal TV Remote TelePad

One-time1
  • TelePad Pro$3.99

Questions

Is Smart Remote+ free?
Smart Remote+ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Universal TV Remote TelePad free?
Universal TV Remote TelePad is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Smart Remote+ or Universal TV Remote TelePad?
Universal TV Remote TelePad is rated higher. Smart Remote+ averages 4.1 out of 5 from 10 ratings, while Universal TV Remote TelePad averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Smart Remote+ or Universal TV Remote TelePad have ads?
Universal TV Remote TelePad shows ads; Smart Remote+ does not.
Which is updated more often, Smart Remote+ or Universal TV Remote TelePad?
Smart Remote+ ships an update every 9 days, and Universal TV Remote TelePad every 5 days. Most recently, Smart Remote+ was updated on October 30, 2026 and Universal TV Remote TelePad on October 28, 2026.

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