Comparison

SmartWave Remote vs SamRemote

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

Head to head
About

SmartWave Remote

Features
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Mirror. Cast. Control. Smarter. Your TV deserves more than a basic remote. Smart Wave Remote turns your iPhone into a powerful Smart TV remote and screen mirroring app β€” fast, reliable, and easy to use. Control your TV, stream content, cast photos and videos, and mirror your screen β€” all from one simple app. No cables. No confusion. Just seamless connection. Free Features Get started instantly with essential controls: Smart TV Remote Control β€’ Power control β€’ Volume adjustment β€’ Channel navigation β€’ Menu access β€’ Media playback controls β€’ Quick access to apps Touchpad & Keyboard β€’ Smooth trackpad navigation β€’ Swipe gestures β€’ Tap to select β€’ Built-in keyboard for fast typing β€’ Easy search and text input Screen Mirroring & Casting Unlock enhanced features to take your experience further: Screen Mirroring Mirror your iPhone screen to your Smart TV over WiFi for: β€’ Streaming videos and shows β€’ Presentations and meetings β€’ Sharing photos and content β€’ Mobile gaming on a bigger screen Cast Photos & Videos β€’ Cast videos directly to your TV β€’ Stream photo slideshows β€’ Smooth playback experience β€’ HD quality support Fast & Automatic Connection β€’ Automatically detects compatible Smart TVs β€’ Works over the same WiFi network β€’ No setup or extra hardware required Designed for Modern Smart TVs Built for reliable performance with today’s Smart TV technology, delivering responsive control and smooth media streaming. Subscription Information Some features, including screen mirroring and media casting, require an optional subscription. β€’ Subscriptions are billed through your Apple ID account β€’ Payment will be charged at confirmation of purchase β€’ Subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period β€’ You can manage or cancel your subscription anytime in your App Store account settings Why Choose Smart Wave Remote? β€’ Easy setup and connection β€’ Responsive remote control β€’ Smooth navigation β€’ Clean and intuitive design β€’ Stable WiFi performance Download Smart Wave Remote and enjoy smarter control and enhanced streaming from your iPhone. This app is an independent product and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or associated with any TV brand or manufacturer, including Samsung or Roku. Privacy Policy: https://www.freeprivacypolicy.com/live/11a7e9e8-cfa8-41df-aba2-a16e1cbe4bcd Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

SamRemote

Features
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Turn your phone into a powerful Smart TV remote - no physical remote needed. Not affiliated with or endorsed by Samsung Electronics. FREE FEATURES - D-Pad navigation (Up, Down, Left, Right) - OK, Back, Home, Menu controls - Volume up/down and Mute - Channel up/down - Playback: Play, Pause, Stop, Skip - Auto-discover Smart TVs on your Wi-Fi - Manual connect via IP address - Save and reconnect to your TVs PREMIUM - 7-DAY FREE TRIAL - App Launcher: open Netflix, YouTube, Prime Video, and more in one tap - Pad Mode: touchpad gestures for fast, precise navigation - Power On: wake your Smart TV from your phone - Ad-Free: no ads, no interruptions HOW IT WORKS Your phone and Smart TV must be on the same Wi-Fi network. The app automatically scans and connects with no cables, no Bluetooth, and no complicated setup. On first connection, accept the pairing prompt on your TV screen. Supports most Smart TVs (2016-2025). NOTES - Requires Local Network Access permission - Power On requires your TV's MAC address (found in TV Network Settings) - Smart TVs only SUBSCRIPTION TERMS Premium plans: Monthly, Annual, or Lifetime. Monthly and Annual include a 7-day free trial for new subscribers. Payment is charged to your Apple ID at purchase confirmation. Subscription auto-renews unless canceled at least 24 hours before the period ends. Manage subscriptions in Apple ID Account Settings. Support: https://sweeper.sg-van.fun/tvremote/support/index.html?lang=en Privacy: https://sweeper.sg-van.fun/tvremote/privacy/index.html Terms: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

SmartWave Remote4 screens
SamRemote3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: SmartWave Remote at none against SamRemote's shown. SmartWave Remote also leads on update cadence (every 9 days vs every 6 weeks) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). On price, in-app purchases and device support 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. SmartWave Remote sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and SamRemote sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SmartWave Remote ships an update every 9 days, SamRemote every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 20, 2026 and July 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences Β· 3 level
SmartWave Remote versus SamRemote: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSmartWave RemoteSamRemote
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 9 days β€” betterEvery 6 weeks
AdsNo β€” betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 β€” better16.0
Further details β€” not scored
Size22 MB12 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAsync Digital SolutionsJing Tang

In-app purchases

1 purchases

SmartWave Remote

Subscriptions1
  • Weekly3 Days trial$4.997 Days
3 purchases

SamRemote

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Premium3 Days trial$1.991 Month
  • Annual Premium$9.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Premium$19.99

Questions

Is SmartWave Remote free?
SmartWave Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is SamRemote free?
SamRemote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do SmartWave Remote or SamRemote have ads?
SamRemote shows ads; SmartWave Remote does not.
Which is updated more often, SmartWave Remote or SamRemote?
SmartWave Remote ships an update every 9 days, and SamRemote every 6 weeks. Most recently, SmartWave Remote was updated on September 20, 2026 and SamRemote on July 10, 2026.

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