Comparison

Smart Universal Remote vs TV Remote

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

Head to head
About

Smart Universal Remote

Features
Read full description

Universal Remote turns your iPhone or iPad into a powerful Wi-Fi remote control for your Smart TV. Designed for modern homes, this app eliminates the need for physical remotes and gives you fast, reliable, and convenient TV control directly from your Apple device. Whether your remote is lost, broken, or simply out of reach, Universal Remote ensures full control is always at your fingertips. Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1xiqglHyePKdGUUTlG2bBii1InG_KqsuNBWifa6FVut8/edit?pli=1&tab=t.0 Subscription terms: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1xRVn8VRM4zDsvfs3KCdFd54-09tKKPqeKWvV4_xgY2A/edit?tab=t.0 Terms and conditions: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1f9vBYzvZTSVdalDOCTfNssBlokEexcG6Uk_95OQmGlc/edit?tab=t.0

About

TV Remote

Control your TV and air conditioner with your iPhone. Cast local media to your TV and manage playback. Offers advanced features and ad removal with a premium subscription.

Highlights
  • TV remote control
  • Air conditioner remote
  • Local media casting
  • Voice search
  • Touchpad navigation
  • Appearance customization
Features
Read full description

TV Remote Control - Pilo brings TV remote controls, air conditioner controls, and local media casting together on your iPhone. Connect compatible devices and your iPhone to the same Wi-Fi network to get started. TV REMOTE • Swipe the touch pad to move and tap for OK, or use the arrow keys on its edge. • Adjust volume, change channels, and control media playback. • Enter text and use voice search on supported devices. • Switch inputs and open your TV's menu and settings on supported devices. • Switch between your TV and air conditioner remotes in one tap. • Choose a Dark, Light, or Auto appearance. AIR CONDITIONER REMOTE • Connect to compatible Wi-Fi air conditioners. • Turn your air conditioner on or off. • With Premium, adjust temperature, operating mode, and fan speed, and use vertical and horizontal swing, Sleep, Eco, and Turbo where supported. CAST TO YOUR TV • Cast local photos, videos, and music to compatible TVs. • Cast a single item for free. • Unlock multiple-item casting, playback queues, and photo slideshow controls with Premium. PREMIUM Choose a yearly subscription or a lifetime purchase to unlock advanced AC controls, remove ads, and access Premium casting features. A free trial may be available for eligible yearly subscribers. Available offers, trial duration, and pricing are shown in the app before purchase. The yearly subscription renews automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the current period ends. If a free trial is offered, it converts to a paid subscription unless canceled at least 24 hours before the trial ends. Payment is charged to your Apple Account. You can manage or cancel your subscription in your Apple Account settings. The lifetime option is a one-time purchase and does not renew automatically. COMPATIBILITY Device support and available controls vary by brand, model, firmware, and network configuration. Some devices require pairing or additional setup. Air conditioner control requires a supported Wi-Fi model; this app does not turn your iPhone into an infrared remote. Media casting depends on the receiving device and supported media formats. Privacy Policy: https://pubwave-live.web.app/pilo-tv-remote/privacy-policy Terms of Use (EULA): https://pubwave-live.web.app/pilo-tv-remote/terms-of-use

Screenshots

Smart Universal Remote3 screens
TV Remote4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Smart Universal Remote at none against TV Remote's shown. TV Remote's advantage is update cadence (every 3 days vs every 2 weeks) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, in-app purchases 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. Smart Universal Remote sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days and TV Remote sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Smart Universal Remote ships an update every 2 weeks, TV Remote every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
Smart Universal Remote versus TV Remote: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSmart Universal RemoteTV Remote
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 3 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS17.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size65 MB49 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPIRON APPS金春 张

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Smart Universal Remote

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly PRO Subscription3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • Yearly PRO Subscription$29.991 Year
2 purchases

TV Remote

Subscriptions1
  • Yearly Premium3 Days trial$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Premium$39.99

Questions

Is Smart Universal Remote free?
Smart Universal Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is TV Remote free?
TV Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Smart Universal Remote or TV Remote have ads?
TV Remote shows ads; Smart Universal Remote does not.
Which is updated more often, Smart Universal Remote or TV Remote?
Smart Universal Remote ships an update every 2 weeks, and TV Remote every 3 days. Most recently, Smart Universal Remote was updated on October 30, 2026 and TV Remote on October 31, 2026.

Other comparisons