TV Remote Universal Control ™ vs Remote Control for Google TV
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
TV Remote Universal Control ™
Transform your iPhone or iPad into a universal smart TV remote. Control power, volume, channels, and playback for major brands like LG, Samsung, and Roku. Features include D-pad, touchpad, and keyboard modes for seamless navigation and app launching.
- Universal TV compatibility
- Full remote control functions
- D-pad, touchpad, and keyboard modes
- One-tap app launcher
- Easy WiFi setup
- No account or data collection
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Turn your iPhone or iPad into the ultimate smart TV remote! TV Remote - Universal Control works with LG, Samsung, Roku, and other TV — all from one beautiful, easy-to-use app. WORKS WITH YOUR TV • LG WebOS TVs (2016 and newer) • Samsung Smart TVs (Tizen OS) • Roku TVs & Streaming Devices • Sony, TCL, Hisense, Philips & more COMPLETE REMOTE REPLACEMENT Lost your remote? No problem! This app gives you full control: • Power on/off your TV • Adjust volume and mute • Navigate menus with D-Pad • Change channels • Control playback (play, pause, rewind, fast forward) • Access TV settings THREE CONTROL MODES 1. D-Pad Mode - Classic directional navigation 2. Touch Pad Mode - Swipe to move cursor 3. Keyboard Mode - Type to search Netflix, YouTube & more INSTANT APP LAUNCHER Launch your favorite streaming apps with one tap: • Netflix • YouTube • Amazon Prime Video • Disney+ • HBO Max • Hulu • Spotify • And many more! EASY SETUP 1. Connect your phone to the same WiFi as your TV 2. Open the app and tap "Scan for TVs" 3. Select your TV from the list 4. Accept the pairing prompt on your TV 5. Start controlling! WHY CHOOSE OUR APP? • Universal Compatibility - One app for all major TV brands • No Hardware Required - Uses your home WiFi network • Beautiful Design - Modern, intuitive interface • Fast & Responsive - Real-time control with no lag • Free to Use - All essential features included • Regular Updates - New features and TV support added PRIVACY FIRST • No account required • No personal data collected • Works entirely on your local network • No ads in remote control view PRO TIPS • Keep your phone on the same WiFi network as your TV • For best performance, use 5GHz WiFi when available • Pin the app to your dock for quick access • Works great on iPad too! TROUBLESHOOTING Can't find your TV? Try these steps: 1. Make sure your TV is turned on 2. Check that both devices are on the same WiFi 3. Restart the app and scan again 4. Try entering your TV's IP address manually NEED HELP? We're here for you! Contact us at contact@globalapexflow.com Download now and say goodbye to hunting for the remote!
Remote Control for Google TV
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Turn your iPhone into a remote for your Google TV. Connect over Wi-Fi and control your TV with a full on-screen remote, with no extra hardware needed. Features - Automatically finds your Google TV on your Wi-Fi network - Full directional pad with OK, Back, and Home - Volume up and down, mute, and channel controls - Power, input, and media playback (play/pause, rewind, fast-forward) - Voice button - Pairs once, then reconnects automatically Requirements - Works with Google TV devices. - Your iPhone and your TV must be on the same Wi-Fi network. - Your TV must be powered on and reachable on the network. This app cannot turn on a TV that is fully powered off. Remote Control for Google TV is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Google. Google TV is a trademark of Google LLC.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: TV Remote Universal Control ™ at Free against Remote Control for Google TV's $0.99. Remote Control for Google TV's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ads (none vs shown). On 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
TV Remote Universal Control ™ is free to download; Remote Control for Google TV costs $0.99 up front. TV Remote Universal Control ™ sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Remote Control for Google TV asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | TV Remote Universal Control ™ | Remote Control for Google TV |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free — better | $0.99 |
| Rating | 4.6 (32 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 32 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | — |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | — |
| Best chart rank | — | #140 — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 22 MB | 18 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | ApexFlow | Ruijin Cang |
In-app purchases
TV Remote Universal Control ™
- Lifetime Access$49.99
Remote Control for Google TV
No in-app purchases
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