# Smart Universal Remote vs TV Remote

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.

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.

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.

## The numbers

| Metric | Smart Universal Remote | TV Remote |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | **[4.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-universal-control/id6766407221/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | — | **1** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | **Every 3 days** |
| Monetization | — | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 65 MB | 49 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [PIRON APPS](https://appshunter.io/developer/1581268434) | [金春 张](https://appshunter.io/developer/1888109459) |

## What reviewers say

### Smart Universal Remote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-universal-remote-4k/id6756719078)

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly PRO Subscription | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Yearly PRO Subscription | $29.99 | per year |


### TV Remote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-universal-control/id6766407221)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Yearly Premium | $19.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Premium | $39.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked 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.

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