Comparison

TV Remote vs Xumo Remote

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

Head to head
About

TV Remote

Transform your iPhone into a versatile TV remote. Easily control power, volume, navigation, and media playback on compatible smart TVs. Features automatic device detection and keyboard input for seamless operation.

Highlights
  • Power on/off
  • Volume control
  • Navigation pad
  • Media controls
  • Keyboard input
  • Control multiple TVs
  • Automatic device detection
Features
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Turn your iPhone into a simple, powerful TV remote Control your TV directly from your phone — no physical remote needed. Everything you need to control your TV Designed to be easy for everyone in the family, this app lets you control your TV comfortably from your iPhone. Features: Power on/off Volume control Navigation pad (D-pad) Media controls (play, pause, seek) Keyboard input for easy typing Control multiple TVs Automatic device detection Simple to use Open the app, choose your TV, and start controlling it from your phone. No complicated steps — just a clean and easy remote experience. Device compatibility This app works with supported smart TV and streaming devices. Samsung and Apple TV are not supported. Subscription information The app offers a subscription to unlock full access to all remote control features. Subscription options include weekly and yearly plans and will be charged to your Apple ID account. • Payment will be charged at confirmation of purchase. • Subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. • Renewal will be charged within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. • You can manage or cancel your subscription in your App Store account settings. • Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited upon purchase. Terms of Use: https://www.twoscripts.com/terms-of-use/ Privacy Policy: https://www.twoscripts.com/privacy-policy/

About

Xumo Remote

Control your compatible Xumo TV using your smartphone. Manage power, volume, playback, and navigation. Search for content, access settings, and personalize your viewing experience with dedicated controls.

Highlights
  • Power on/off
  • Volume control
  • Playback controls
  • Navigation pad
  • Number pad
  • Keyboard for search
  • Quick Access menu
Features
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Note: This app works with Xumo Stream Box and select Xumo TVs. Some Xumo TVs use the Xumo TV app for remote control from a mobile device. To learn which app your Xumo TV is compatible with, visit support.xumo.com/hc/en-us/articles/22609794389012-Control-your-TV-with-the-Xumo-TV-app. Download the Xumo TV app here: apps.apple.com/us/app/xumo-tv/id1575377158. Meet the app that makes it even easier to control your Xumo TV and Xumo Stream Box — by letting you use your phone as your remote. No need to tear your house apart searching for lost remotes, run around looking for batteries or even put down your phone. Control your Xumo devices with the Xumo Remote app. There’s so much you can do with the Xumo Remote app. Access all your essential controls for streaming: Power your Xumo device on and off. Play or pause whatever you’re watching. Explore your Xumo device with the navigation pad. Select items with the OK button. Return to the previous screen with the Back button. Return to the home screen anytime with the Home button. Jump to specific channels or type in PINs with the number pad. Control the volume level (for Xumo TVs only). Find, categorize and personalize content faster with dedicated controls: Open a keyboard on your Xumo device to search for your next watch. Open the Quick Access menu to access quick settings and search. Open the Settings menu. Add content to My List with the Add button. The Xumo Remote app is made accessible, with you in mind: Screen reader supported Bold text High contrast Dynamic text sizing Light and dark mode responsive How to set up the Xumo Remote app: Download and open the app. Make sure your phone or tablet is connected to the same WiFi network as your Xumo device. Select your Xumo device from the list of available devices. The app will connect automatically. Start exploring with your Xumo Remote app.

Screenshots

TV Remote4 screens
Xumo Remote4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Xumo Remote at none against TV Remote's 4. Xumo Remote also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (28 vs 8). TV Remote's advantage is rating (4.8 vs 4.3). On price, update cadence 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 sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Xumo Remote asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

TV Remote holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 8 and 28 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TV Remote ships an update weekly, Xumo Remote every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
TV Remote versus Xumo Remote: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTV RemoteXumo Remote
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (8 ratings) — better4.3 (28 ratings)
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings828 — better
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 2 weeks
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.713.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size80 MB31 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTWOSCRIPTS LABS INC.XUMO Services LLC

Customer experience

TV Remote

All ratings6 ratings
Positive83.3%
Neutral16.7%
Negative0.0%

Xumo Remote

All ratings16 ratings
Positive93.8%
Neutral6.3%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

4 purchases

TV Remote

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly Susbcription3 Days trial$2.997 Days
  • Weekly Susbcription$4.997 Days
  • Pro - Yearly Subscription3 Days trial$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime$59.99
None

Xumo Remote

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is TV Remote free?
TV Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Xumo Remote free?
Xumo Remote is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, TV Remote or Xumo Remote?
TV Remote is rated higher. TV Remote averages 4.8 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while Xumo Remote averages 4.3 from 28 ratings.
Do TV Remote or Xumo Remote have ads?
TV Remote shows ads; Xumo Remote does not.
Which is updated more often, TV Remote or Xumo Remote?
TV Remote ships an update weekly, and Xumo Remote every 2 weeks. Most recently, TV Remote was updated on October 24, 2026 and Xumo Remote on October 28, 2026.

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