Comparison

Android TV Remote Control App vs Universal TV Remote & Smart TV

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

Head to head
About

Android TV Remote Control App

Features
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Control your Android TV effortlessly with Android TV Remote Control App. Replace your physical remote and get full access to all features of your Android TV right from your device. Key Features: β€’ Comprehensive control buttons: navigate menus, change channels, adjust volume, power on/off β€’ Compatible with most Android TV devices and Google TV models β€’ Supports voice commands and built-in keyboard for easy search β€’ Quick app launching and customizable shortcuts β€’ Simple Wi-Fi connection setup with your TV β€’ Touchpad navigation for intuitive control β€’ Save your last used remote for quick access Experience seamless Android TV control from your device anytime, anywhere β€” no extra remote needed! Payment will be charged to the credit card connected to your iTunes Account when you confirm the initial subscription purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current subscription period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and the cost of the renewal will be identified. You may manage your subscription and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to your Account Settings after the purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription, where applicable. Terms of Use & Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1PQVYLxehZViEHShktWCm6aV7S_IRKmJ1NMiziAL8dxg/edit?usp=sharing https://docs.google.com/document/d/15Pk-uXmYmIJrFsWykI_QybxDavt6cFow98FmLTz4ihY/edit?usp=sharing

About

Universal TV Remote & Smart TV

Features
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Turn your iPhone into a universal remote for every smart TV and streaming device in your home. Lost your remote? Batteries dead? Your phone is your remote now β€” and it's always with you. ONE-TAP SETUP β€’ Automatically finds every smart TV and streaming stick on your WiFi β€’ No codes, no complicated pairing β€” connect and control in seconds β€’ Samsung Smart TVs (2016 and newer), Roku TVs and players, Fire TV and Fire Stick, Android TV and Google TV devices β€” WHAT REMOTE PRO INCLUDES β€” FULL REMOTE, EVERY PLATFORM β€’ Power, volume, channels, and mute β€’ Intuitive circular D-pad for effortless navigation β€’ Play, pause, rewind, and fast-forward β€’ Home, Menu, and Back with one tap SMART KEYBOARD β€’ Type searches directly on your TV β€” no more arrow-key hunting β€’ Enter usernames and passwords in seconds MULTI-TV SUPPORT β€’ Save every TV in your home and switch instantly β€’ Auto-reconnects to your last used TV DESIGNED FOR iPHONE β€’ Clean, fast interface with haptic feedback on every press β€’ Works on iPhone and iPad Connect first, then decide: the app finds your TV and connects before Remote Pro is offered on your first button press. HOW IT WORKS 1. Put your iPhone on the same WiFi network as your TV 2. Open the app and tap Scan 3. Pick your TV and accept the pairing prompt on the TV screen 4. Start controlling β€” that's it REQUIREMENTS & NOTES β€’ iPhone/iPad and TV must be on the same WiFi network β€’ Supported: Samsung (2016+), Roku, Fire TV / Fire Stick, Android TV / Google TV (Sony, TCL, Hisense, Philips, and more) β€’ Not supported: LG (webOS), Vizio, Apple TV β€’ Volume buttons are not available on Fire TV (platform limitation) β€” PRICING β€” Everything above is unlocked by Remote Pro: a weekly subscription or a one-time lifetime purchase (prices are shown in the App Store). The weekly plan auto-renews and you can cancel anytime in your App Store settings. Lifetime is paid once. Support: https://tryremotepro.app/support Privacy Policy: https://tryremotepro.app/privacy Terms of Use: https://tryremotepro.app/terms

Screenshots

Android TV Remote Control App4 screens
Universal TV Remote & Smart TV4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Android TV Remote Control App at weekly against Universal TV Remote & Smart TV's monthly. Universal TV Remote & Smart TV's advantage is device support (3 vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. Android TV Remote Control App sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days and Universal TV Remote & Smart TV sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Android TV Remote Control App ships an update weekly, Universal TV Remote & Smart TV monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences Β· 4 level
Android TV Remote Control App versus Universal TV Remote & Smart TV: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAndroid TV Remote Control AppUniversal TV Remote & Smart TV
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyWeekly β€” betterMonthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod β€” better
Requires iOS17.617.0 β€” better
Further details β€” not scored
Size22 MB25 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPetru RusuWorth A Try LLC

In-app purchases

9 purchases

Android TV Remote Control App

Subscriptions9
  • Android TV Box Remote Control$5.997 Days
  • Android TV Remote Control App3 Days trial$5.997 Days
  • Android TV Remote Control App3 Days trial$6.997 Days
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  • Android TV Box Remote Control$6.997 Days
  • Android TV Box Remote Control$9.997 Days
  • Android TV Box Remote Control$19.991 Month
  • Android TV Box Remote Control$29.991 Month
  • Android TV Remote Control App$39.991 Year
  • Android TV Remote Control App$49.991 Year
2 purchases

Universal TV Remote & Smart TV

Subscriptions2
  • Remote Pro Weekly$4.997 Days
  • Remote Pro Annual$49.991 Year

Questions

Is Android TV Remote Control App free?
Android TV Remote Control App is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Universal TV Remote & Smart TV free?
Universal TV Remote & Smart TV is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Android TV Remote Control App or Universal TV Remote & Smart TV have ads?
Neither Android TV Remote Control App nor Universal TV Remote & Smart TV shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Android TV Remote Control App or Universal TV Remote & Smart TV?
Android TV Remote Control App ships an update weekly, and Universal TV Remote & Smart TV monthly. Most recently, Android TV Remote Control App was updated on October 11, 2026 and Universal TV Remote & Smart TV on October 15, 2026.

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