Comparison

Remote Control TV Assistant vs TV Remote Control · Universal

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

Head to head
About

Remote Control TV Assistant

Transform your smartphone into a comprehensive TV remote. Effortlessly navigate channels, adjust volume, cast media, and mirror your screen directly to your television. Enjoy a user-friendly experience for enhanced entertainment.

Highlights
  • Intuitive remote control
  • Cast photos and videos
  • Screen mirroring
  • User-friendly interface
  • Fast and stable connection
  • Compatible with major TV models
Features
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Connect Seamlessly to Any TV Device! Turn your smartphone into a powerful remote control and enjoy effortless navigation, casting, and screen mirroring — all in one easy-to-use app. Key Features -Intuitive Remote Control: Switch channels, adjust volume, type with your phone’s keyboard, and more — directly from your mobile device. -Cast Photos & Videos: Share your favorite moments on the big screen with friends and family by casting photos and videos instantly. -Screen Mirroring: Mirror your phone’s display to your TV — perfect for gaming, presentations, or streaming your favorite content. Why Choose Our Remote App -Simple, user-friendly interface -Fast and stable connection with all devices -Compatible with all major TV models -Regular updates and feature improvements Subscription Details Unlock all premium features with Premium! Free Trial: Try all premium tools at no cost during your trial period. Premium Access Includes: Unlimited casting, enhanced screen mirroring, and an ad-free experience. Flexible Plans: Choose from weekly, monthly, or annual options. Subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current billing period. Manage or cancel anytime in your App Store account settings. Download now and make controlling your TV easier than ever! Disclaimer: This app is not an official Roku product and is not endorsed or affiliated with Roku, Inc. Roku® is a registered trademarks of Roku, Inc. in the United States and other countries and is used here only to indicate compatibility. Support: support@rokuon-remote.com Privacy Policy: https://rokuon-remote.com/pp Term of Use: https://rokuon-remote.com/tou

About

TV Remote Control · Universal

Transform your iPhone into a smart and reliable TV remote. Control channels, volume, and navigation effortlessly over Wi-Fi. Works with most smart TV brands without needing extra hardware.

Highlights
  • Instant TV control over Wi-Fi
  • Intuitive and user-friendly interface
  • Wide compatibility with smart TV brands
  • No additional hardware required
  • Control multiple TVs
  • Always available when needed
Features
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Introducing TV Remote Control · Universal – the simplest and fastest way to control your TV directly from your iPhone. Turn your phone into a smart, reliable TV remote you can use anytime, anywhere. • Instant TV Control Connect your iPhone to your TV over the same Wi-Fi network and start controlling it instantly. Change channels, adjust volume, navigate menus, and control playback in seconds. • Smart & Intuitive Interface A clean, user-friendly design makes controlling your TV effortless. Everything you need is right at your fingertips — simple, fast, and responsive. • Wide TV Compatibility Works with most popular Smart TV brands that support control via local network connection. Various operating systems are supported. One app for multiple TVs in your home. • No Extra Devices Needed No physical remote, no cables, no additional hardware. Just your iPhone and your TV — that’s it. • Always Ready When You Need It Perfect when your remote is lost, batteries are dead, or you simply prefer controlling your TV from your phone. Upgrade your daily TV experience with a tool built for speed, simplicity, and convenience. Download TV Remote Control · Universal today and take full control of your TV — effortlessly. *This application is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by any television manufacturer. Information about the auto-renewal of subscription: - Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase; - Subscriptions are billed weekly, monthly, quarterly, or annually at the rate based on the subscription plan - Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period; - The account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours before the end of the current period. The cost depends on the selected plan; - Subscriptions may be managed by the user, and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user’s Account Settings after purchase; Privacy Policy: https://trustoneapps.com/qr-code-privacy Terms of Use: https://trustoneapps.com/tv-remote-control-terms For any questions or inquiries, please get in touch: support@trustoneapps.com

Screenshots

Remote Control TV Assistant4 screens
TV Remote Control · Universal4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is chart position: TV Remote Control · Universal at #31 against Remote Control TV Assistant's #118. On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume 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. Remote Control TV Assistant sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days and TV Remote Control · Universal sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.3 for Remote Control TV Assistant against 4.3 for TV Remote Control · Universal. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1.3K and 1.7K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 17% of Remote Control TV Assistant's written reviews are positive against 19% of TV Remote Control · Universal's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 12, 2026 and November 13, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 10 level
Remote Control TV Assistant versus TV Remote Control · Universal: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRemote Control TV AssistantTV Remote Control · Universal
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (1.3K ratings)4.3 (1.7K ratings) — better
Positive reviews17.2% of reviews19.4% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1.3K1.7K — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#118#31 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS16 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size139 MB24 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperOzuna LimitedTrustOneApps L.L.C-FZ

Customer experience

Remote Control TV Assistant

All ratings1,308 ratings
Positive83.5%
Neutral2.8%
Negative13.7%
Written reviews29 reviews
Positive17.2%
Neutral0.0%
Negative82.8%

TV Remote Control · Universal

All ratings785 ratings
Positive80.3%
Neutral2.9%
Negative16.8%
Written reviews36 reviews
Positive19.4%
Neutral0.0%
Negative80.6%

In-app purchases

9 purchases

Remote Control TV Assistant

Subscriptions9
  • Smart TV Remote for Roku$6.997 Days
  • TV Remote for Roku: Weekly Plan3 Days trial$7.997 Days
  • Smart TV Remote for Roku$7.997 Days
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  • Smart Roku: Weekly Access3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Smart TV Remote for Roku3 Days trial2 variants$9.997 Days
  • Smart Roku: Pro Yearly Access$14.991 Year
  • TV Remote for Roku: Yearly Access$19.991 Year
  • Smart Roku: Yearly Access$29.991 Year
  • TV Remote for Roku: Yearly Plan$39.991 Year
2 purchases

TV Remote Control · Universal

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Weekly Trial3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Premium Yearly$35.991 Year

Questions

Is Remote Control TV Assistant free?
Remote Control TV Assistant is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is TV Remote Control · Universal free?
TV Remote Control · Universal is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Remote Control TV Assistant or TV Remote Control · Universal?
TV Remote Control · Universal is rated higher. Remote Control TV Assistant averages 4.3 out of 5 from 1.3K ratings, while TV Remote Control · Universal averages 4.3 from 1.7K ratings.
Do Remote Control TV Assistant or TV Remote Control · Universal have ads?
Neither Remote Control TV Assistant nor TV Remote Control · Universal shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Remote Control TV Assistant or TV Remote Control · Universal?
Remote Control TV Assistant ships an update every 3 weeks, and TV Remote Control · Universal every 3 weeks. Most recently, Remote Control TV Assistant was updated on November 12, 2026 and TV Remote Control · Universal on November 13, 2026.
Which is more popular, Remote Control TV Assistant or TV Remote Control · Universal?
Remote Control TV Assistant currently peaks at #118 in the App Store charts, and TV Remote Control · Universal at #31. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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