Comparison

Universal TV Remote・TV Control vs Smart Remote Controller TV

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

Head to head
About

Universal TV Remote・TV Control

Control any smart TV instantly using your iPhone or iPad over WiFi. This app replaces lost remotes with fast, smooth, and reliable functionality for volume, channels, playback, and menus. It connects seamlessly without codes or extra hardware, supporting multiple TVs.

Highlights
  • Control any smart TV over WiFi
  • Replaces lost or broken remotes
  • Adjust volume, change channels, mute audio
  • Control media playback and menus
  • Connects instantly without codes
  • Supports multiple smart TVs
  • Fast and stable WiFi connection
Features
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Control Any Smart TV Instantly with Your iPhone or iPad Need a universal TV remote? Control any Smart TV quickly and easily over WiFi. Fast, smooth, and reliable, remote control for TV app replaces lost, broken, or misplaced remotes and works with almost all TVs. Universal TV Remote Universal Remote app provides all the main remote functions, making it a perfect replacement for a traditional TV remote. Adjust volume, change channels, mute audio, control media playback, and open menus directly from the phone using TV remote control app. Watching movies or navigating screens becomes simple because smart remote app gives full TV control. Quick setup and smooth operation make universal TV app the smartest choice for TV control. Connects to Smart TVs Universal Control app works on almost any Smart TV that supports WiFi Remote Control for TV. Universal TV app connects instantly without codes or extra hardware. When the phone and TV share the same WiFi, TV controller app detects and connects right away. Remote control for tv app can control multiple Smart TVs easily. Quick WiFi Connection The app uses a fast and stable WiFi connection to link to a Smart TV, giving smooth and responsive remote control for TV. Simply launch smart TV remote control app, and it automatically searches for a TV on the network, allowing connection in one tap. Multiple TV Support Control multiple Smart TVs easily using Smart TV controller app, perfect for homes with many devices. Switching between TVs is simple, and universal TV remote app remembers all devices for instant connection. Universal Remote Control app allows quick access to any TV. Full, universal control across all TVs is possible using smart remote app. How to Use TV Control App Connect the iPhone to the same WiFi network as the Smart TV. Open the app and select a TV. Control the TV instantly, no extra setup needed. Why Choose Universal TV Remote App? Smart TV remote app is faster, more stable, and works on almost any TV. Remote Control for TV app connects instantly over WiFi without codes or extra setup. Smooth touchpad control, multi-TV support, and clear buttons make smart TV remote app smarter and easier than other TV control apps. Control any Smart TV easily and quickly with this simple Remote Control app. https://uxgroup.blogspot.com/2025/11/privacy-policy.html https://uxgroup.blogspot.com/2025/11/terms-conditions.html

About

Smart Remote Controller TV

Control your Smart TV using your phone over WiFi. This app offers a clean interface and responsive controls for everyday TV use, connecting to Smart TVs on the same network for smooth and reliable operation. It supports volume, channel adjustment, power on/off, and touchpad navigation.

Highlights
  • Control Smart TV over WiFi
  • Volume and channel adjustment
  • Power on/off (supported models)
  • Touchpad navigation
  • Quick connection
  • User-friendly design
Features
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Smart Remote Controller TV is a powerful and easy-to-use app that lets you control your Smart TV directly from your phone over WiFi — and watch live TV channels through IPTV right on your device. SMART TV REMOTE CONTROL • Control your Smart TV over WiFi • Volume and channel adjustment • Power on / off (supported models) • Touchpad navigation for easy browsing • Quick connection to TV on the same network • Smooth, responsive control experience • Simple and clean interface Supported brands: LG webOS, Samsung, Sony, Amazon Fire TV, Android TV, and more. IPTV — LIVE TV STREAMING • Load any M3U/M3U8 playlist URL to browse live TV channels • Choose from built-in free playlists by category (News, Sports, Movies, Music, Kids, Entertainment, Documentary) or by country (Vietnam, USA, UK, Korea, Japan, and 30+ more) • Watch live channels directly on your phone • Cast live TV channels to your connected Smart TV via DLNA or ADB • Search and filter channels by name or group • Save favorite channels for quick access • Recent channels history Note: IPTV playlists are provided by the open-source iptv-org community project. Channel availability depends on the playlist source and is not guaranteed. This app does not host or own any streaming content. EASY SETUP 1. Connect your phone and Smart TV to the same WiFi network 2. Select your TV from the device list 3. Start controlling your TV — or browse IPTV channels No complicated setup required. IMPORTANT NOTES • WiFi connection required (IR/infrared is not supported) • Your phone and TV must be on the same network for remote control • IPTV feature: free users can watch up to 3 channels; unlimited access available with Premium subscription • IPTV content is sourced from user-provided or public M3U playlists WHY CHOOSE SMART REMOTE CONTROLLER TV? • All-in-one: TV remote + IPTV player in one app • Fast WiFi connection with stable performance • User-friendly design for all ages • Compatible with most Smart TVs • Premium subscription for unlimited IPTV + ad-free experience Download Smart Remote Controller TV and enjoy a smarter way to manage your TV and watch live channels — all from your phone. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Universal TV Remote・TV Control4 screens
Smart Remote Controller TV4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Smart Remote Controller TV at 5.0 against Universal TV Remote・TV Control's 4.5. Universal TV Remote・TV Control's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (36 vs 3). 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. Universal TV Remote・TV Control sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per 7 days and Smart Remote Controller TV sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Smart Remote Controller TV holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Universal TV Remote・TV Control has 36 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Universal TV Remote・TV Control ships an update every 10 days, Smart Remote Controller TV fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
Universal TV Remote・TV Control versus Smart Remote Controller TV: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterUniversal TV Remote・TV ControlSmart Remote Controller TV
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (36 ratings)5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Number of ratings36 — better3
Update frequencyEvery 10 days — betterFortnightly
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size69 MB44 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperUXGROUP L.L.C-FZCuong Kieu Van

Customer experience

Universal TV Remote・TV Control

All ratings35 ratings
Positive91.4%
Neutral0.0%
Negative8.6%

Smart Remote Controller TV

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

7 purchases

Universal TV Remote・TV Control

Subscriptions5
  • Weekly Premium Plan3 Days trial$8.997 Days
  • Weekly Pro Plan$8.997 Days
  • Monthly Upgrade to PRO$14.991 Month
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  • Yearly Premium Plan$29.991 Year
  • Yearly Pro Plan$29.991 Year
One-time2
  • Lifetime Premium Membership$42.00
  • Lifetime Pro Membership$42.00
2 purchases

Smart Remote Controller TV

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Monthly$2.991 Month
  • Unlimited Access3 Days trial$29.991 Year

Questions

Is Universal TV Remote・TV Control free?
Universal TV Remote・TV Control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Smart Remote Controller TV free?
Smart Remote Controller TV is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Universal TV Remote・TV Control or Smart Remote Controller TV?
Smart Remote Controller TV is rated higher. Universal TV Remote・TV Control averages 4.5 out of 5 from 36 ratings, while Smart Remote Controller TV averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.
Do Universal TV Remote・TV Control or Smart Remote Controller TV have ads?
Smart Remote Controller TV shows ads; Universal TV Remote・TV Control does not.
Which is updated more often, Universal TV Remote・TV Control or Smart Remote Controller TV?
Universal TV Remote・TV Control ships an update every 10 days, and Smart Remote Controller TV fortnightly. Most recently, Universal TV Remote・TV Control was updated on October 30, 2026 and Smart Remote Controller TV on October 25, 2026.

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