# Tivi vs Loop

The clearest difference is rating: Loop at 5.0 against Tivi's 3.2. Tivi's advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and ratings volume (29 vs 6). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Tivi sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days and Loop sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Loop holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 29 and 6 respectively.

Tivi ships an update every 3 weeks, Loop every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Tivi | Loop |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.2 (29 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tivi-tv-remote-control/id6752670850/reviews) | **[5.0 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/loop-tv-remote-control/id6779103851/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **29** | 6 |
| Positive reviews | 33.3% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 22 MB | 28 MB |
| Requires iOS | **18.0** | 26.0 |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Nefarius Apps](https://appshunter.io/developer/1792473508) | [Solma Grow LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1788937829) |

## What reviewers say

### Tivi

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tivi-tv-remote-control/id6752670850)

Transform your phone into a smart TV remote. Connect instantly to your smart TV with an elegant interface for essential controls. Manage multiple saved TVs and enjoy a privacy-first experience on your local Wi-Fi network.

**Highlights:** Instant smart TV connection, Elegant minimal remote design, Volume, navigation, and play/pause controls, Saved TVs list for easy switching, Privacy-first local Wi-Fi operation

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly | $23.99 | per month |
| Monthly | $23.99 | per month |
| Yearly | $46.99 | per year |


### Loop

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/loop-tv-remote-control/id6779103851)

Transform your iPhone into a powerful TV remote. Effortlessly navigate menus, view playback details, launch apps instantly, and type using your phone. Control multiple devices and personalize your remote's look.

**Highlights:** Seamless remote control with gestures, Real-time 'Now Playing' details, Instant app launching, Type search queries on phone, Control multiple TV devices, Customizable remote themes

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Loop Premium - Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Loop Premium - Yearly | $19.99 | per year |
| Loop Premium - Lifetime | $49.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Tivi free?

Tivi is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Loop free?

Loop is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Tivi or Loop?

Loop is rated higher. Tivi averages 3.2 out of 5 from 29 ratings, while Loop averages 5.0 from 6 ratings.

### Do Tivi or Loop have ads?

Neither Tivi nor Loop shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Tivi or Loop?

Tivi ships an update every 3 weeks, and Loop every 2 weeks. Most recently, Tivi was updated on October 30, 2026 and Loop on October 6, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*