# TV Remote vs Loop

The clearest difference is monetization model: TV Remote at free with in-app purchases against Loop's subscription. TV Remote also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 2 weeks) and iOS requirement (16.7 vs 26.0). Loop's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and rating (5.0 vs 4.7). On price, ratings volume, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. TV Remote sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and Loop sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Loop holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 6 and 6 respectively.

TV Remote ships an update weekly, Loop every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | TV Remote | Loop |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-smart-control/id6756531988/reviews) | **[5.0 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/loop-tv-remote-control/id6779103851/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 6 | 6 |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 80 MB | 28 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.7** | 26.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [TWOSCRIPTS LABS INC.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1861222980) | [Solma Grow LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1788937829) |

## What reviewers say

### TV Remote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-smart-control/id6756531988)

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:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Susbcription | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Susbcription | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Pro - Yearly Subscription | $29.99 | per year |
| Lifetime | $59.99 | one-time |


### Loop

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/loop-tv-remote-control/id6779103851)

Transform your iPhone into a powerful TV remote. Effortlessly navigate menus, view playback details, launch apps instantly, and type using your phone. Control multiple devices and personalize your remote's look.

**Highlights:** Seamless remote control with gestures, Real-time 'Now Playing' details, Instant app launching, Type search queries on phone, Control multiple TV devices, Customizable remote themes

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Loop Premium - Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Loop Premium - Yearly | $19.99 | per year |
| Loop Premium - Lifetime | $49.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is TV Remote free?

TV Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Loop free?

Loop is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, TV Remote or Loop?

Loop is rated higher. TV Remote averages 4.7 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while Loop averages 5.0 from 6 ratings.

### Do TV Remote or Loop have ads?

TV Remote shows ads; Loop does not.

### Which is updated more often, TV Remote or Loop?

TV Remote ships an update weekly, and Loop every 2 weeks. Most recently, TV Remote was updated on October 12, 2026 and Loop on October 6, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*