Comparison

TapBoard vs TV Remote+ Smart TV Controller

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

Head to head
About

TapBoard

Features
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TapBoard lets you perform quick actions right from your keyboard. Insert preset text, open apps, or trigger shortcuts — all offline and secure. Features: • Quick access to your saved actions • Works completely offline • No data collection or tracking • Simple, lightweight, and fast TapBoard keeps everything on your device — your data stays private and secure.

About

TV Remote+ Smart TV Controller

Features
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TV Remote – Universal Smart TV Controller Turn your iPhone or iPad into a powerful universal TV remote. TV Remote lets you control compatible Smart TVs over Wi-Fi with a fast, intuitive interface designed for modern home entertainment. Replace your physical remote with seamless navigation, keyboard input, touch controls, voice commands, and quick access to your favorite streaming apps. Whether you're watching movies, gaming, or streaming live TV, TV Remote provides everything you need in one elegant app. Features • Universal Smart TV remote for compatible TVs • Fast automatic TV discovery on your local Wi-Fi network • Easy pairing with supported television models • Large, responsive navigation buttons • Touchpad mode for smooth cursor control • Built-in keyboard for quick text entry • Voice command support for hands-free control • Volume, channel, mute, and power controls • Media playback controls including play, pause, rewind, and fast forward • Numeric keypad for direct channel selection • Switch between HDMI and other input sources • Launch supported streaming apps directly from your phone • Save and manage multiple TVs • Organize devices by room • Create custom remote layouts • One-tap automation and favorite actions • Siri Shortcuts integration • Home Screen and Lock Screen widgets • Live Activities and Dynamic Island support • Apple Watch companion support • iCloud sync across your Apple devices • Dark Mode support • Haptic feedback for a natural remote experience Compatible with Many Popular Smart TVs Supports a wide range of compatible Smart TVs from major manufacturers, including Samsung, LG, Sony, TCL, Hisense, Philips, Panasonic, Sharp, Toshiba, Roku TV, Fire TV, Android TV, Google TV, Chromecast with Google TV, and many other network-enabled televisions. Simple to Use Connect your iPhone and TV to the same Wi-Fi network. Launch TV Remote. Select your TV from the list of available devices. Start controlling your TV instantly. The App offers two subscription options: -$7.99 Monthly -$34.99 Yearly Prices may vary by location. Privacy Policy: https://privacy.vanlangapps.com Terms of Use: https://tos.vanlangapps.com Should you choose to upgrade to a Pro subscription, payment will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period. You may cancel automatic renewal and manage your subscription by selecting Manage App Subscriptions in your iTunes Account settings and selecting the subscription you want to modify. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when you purchase a Pro subscription, where applicable.

Screenshots

TapBoard2 screens
TV Remote+ Smart TV Controller4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: TapBoard at none against TV Remote+ Smart TV Controller's 3. TapBoard also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.0). On price, ads and device support 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. TV Remote+ Smart TV Controller sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. TapBoard asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
TapBoard versus TV Remote+ Smart TV Controller: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTapBoardTV Remote+ Smart TV Controller
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 3 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size34 MB5 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTrinh TuanTu Anh Do

In-app purchases

None

TapBoard

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

TV Remote+ Smart TV Controller

Subscriptions2
  • TV Remote Premium Monthly$7.991 Month
  • TV Remote Premium Yearly$34.991 Year
One-time1
  • TV Remove Premium Lifetime$49.99

Questions

Is TapBoard free?
TapBoard is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is TV Remote+ Smart TV Controller free?
TV Remote+ Smart TV Controller is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do TapBoard or TV Remote+ Smart TV Controller have ads?
Neither TapBoard nor TV Remote+ Smart TV Controller shows ads.

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