# TV Remote Control · Universal vs Magic Remote for TV

The clearest difference is rating: Magic Remote for TV at 5.0 against TV Remote Control · Universal's 4.3. Magic Remote for TV also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 2) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). TV Remote Control · Universal's advantage is ratings volume (1.4K vs 1) and chart position (#42 vs unranked). On price, update cadence, ads and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. TV Remote Control · Universal sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days. Magic Remote for TV asks for nothing beyond the download.

Magic Remote for TV holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TV Remote Control · Universal has 1.4K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

TV Remote Control · Universal ships an update every 3 weeks, Magic Remote for TV every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | TV Remote Control · Universal | Magic Remote for TV |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (1.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-control-universal/id6757016336/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/magic-remote-for-tv/id6762176633/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **1.4K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 16.7% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 5 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#42** | — |
| Size | 24 MB | 50 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [TrustOneApps L.L.C-FZ](https://appshunter.io/developer/1836507141) | [Virani](https://appshunter.io/developer/1655732070) |

## What reviewers say

### TV Remote Control · Universal

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-control-universal/id6757016336)

**Currently charting:** #42 Top Free · Utilities, #60 Top Grossing · Utilities (US App Store)

Transform your iPhone into a smart and reliable TV remote. Control channels, volume, and navigation effortlessly over Wi-Fi. Works with most smart TV brands without needing extra hardware.

**Highlights:** Instant TV control over Wi-Fi, Intuitive and user-friendly interface, Wide compatibility with smart TV brands, No additional hardware required, Control multiple TVs, Always available when needed

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Weekly Trial | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Yearly | $35.99 | per year |


### Magic Remote for TV

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/magic-remote-for-tv/id6762176633)

Transform your iPhone into a smart remote for LG WebOS TVs. Enjoy seamless Wi-Fi connectivity for touchpad navigation, keyboard input, and quick app launching. Control volume, channels, and playback effortlessly.

**Highlights:** Wi-Fi connectivity, Touchpad navigation, Full keyboard input, Quick app launch, Volume and channel control, Media playback controls

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is TV Remote Control · Universal free?

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

### Is Magic Remote for TV free?

Magic Remote for TV is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, TV Remote Control · Universal or Magic Remote for TV?

Magic Remote for TV is rated higher. TV Remote Control · Universal averages 4.3 out of 5 from 1.4K ratings, while Magic Remote for TV averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do TV Remote Control · Universal or Magic Remote for TV have ads?

Neither TV Remote Control · Universal nor Magic Remote for TV shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, TV Remote Control · Universal or Magic Remote for TV?

TV Remote Control · Universal ships an update every 3 weeks, and Magic Remote for TV every 5 weeks. Most recently, TV Remote Control · Universal was updated on October 25, 2026 and Magic Remote for TV on October 6, 2026.

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