Comparison

Harvey vs TV Remote Control

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

Head to head
About

Harvey

Features
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Monitoreo en tiempo real de variables energéticas en localidades con consumo de recursos. La aplicación envía notificaciones automáticas para alertar a los usuarios sobre desviaciones en la operación de los sistemas, facilitando una gestión eficiente y oportuna de la energía.

About

TV Remote Control

Control your television directly from your iPhone when the physical remote is lost or out of reach. Manage power, volume, channels, and playback with an intuitive interface and a built-in touchpad for smooth navigation. Quickly access your favorite apps for a seamless viewing experience.

Highlights
  • Universal TV remote control
  • Built-in navigation touchpad
  • Quick access to favorite apps
  • Power, volume, channel, and playback controls
  • Simplified control for multiple remotes
Features
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Universal TV Remote — Simple Control When You Need It Universal TV Remote gives you instant control when the physical remote is lost, out of battery, or simply out of reach. Instead of searching, switching between remotes, or struggling with slow buttons, you can control your TV directly from your iPhone. Simple access, right when you need it. All Essential Controls in One Place Power on or off, adjust volume, mute sound, change channels, and manage playback. Everything you need for everyday TV viewing is organized in a clean, easy-to-use interface. If you use multiple remotes at home, this app helps simplify control into one convenient solution. Smooth Navigation with Touchpad Scrolling through TV menus with traditional buttons can feel slow and repetitive. The built-in navigation touchpad lets you swipe and tap naturally, making it easier to move through apps, settings, and guides. Fewer clicks. Faster browsing. Quick Access to Apps Jump between apps without endless pressing. Save your favorite apps for quick access and switch instantly to what you want to watch. Less time searching. More time watching. Made for Everyday Situations Whether the physical remote is misplaced, shared, or inconvenient, Universal TV Remote keeps control in your hands. The interface is simple, responsive, and designed for daily comfort. Universal TV Remote makes TV control easier — so you can focus on watching, not looking for the remote. Privacy and Security TV Remote complies with stringent privacy standards, ensuring that your data remains safe and confidential. For more information, please review our Privacy Policy at https://myteleremote.com/privacy. Subscription and Terms TV Remote is a subscription-based app with a free trial period. Subscribe for unlimited access with no commitment, and you can cancel anytime. Manage your subscription and disable auto-renewal in iTunes' Account Settings after purchase. Read our Terms of Service at https://myteleremote.com/termsofuse.

Screenshots

Harvey4 screens
TV Remote Control4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Harvey at none against TV Remote Control's 8. Harvey also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). TV Remote Control's advantage is update cadence (every 10 days vs every 5 weeks). 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 Control sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Harvey asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Harvey ships an update every 5 weeks, TV Remote Control every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Harvey versus TV Remote Control: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHarveyTV Remote Control
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.1 (232 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—23.5% of reviews
Number of ratings—232 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksEvery 10 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size45 MB43 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKrill Energy S.AEssa Studio

In-app purchases

None

Harvey

No in-app purchases

8 purchases

TV Remote Control

Subscriptions5
  • Unlimited Access3 Days trial$3.997 Days
  • Unlimited Access3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Unlimited Access3 Days trial$5.997 Days
Show 2 more
  • Unlimited Access3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • Unlimited Access3 Days trial$7.997 Days
One-time3
  • TV Remote Lifetime Access$19.99
  • TV Remote Lifetime Access$24.99
  • TV Remote Lifetime Access$29.99

Questions

Is Harvey free?
Harvey is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is TV Remote Control free?
TV Remote Control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Harvey or TV Remote Control have ads?
Neither Harvey nor TV Remote Control shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Harvey or TV Remote Control?
Harvey ships an update every 5 weeks, and TV Remote Control every 10 days. Most recently, Harvey was updated on October 16, 2026 and TV Remote Control on October 18, 2026.

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