Comparison

TV Remote Control · Universal 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 Control · Universal

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
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Introducing TV Remote Control · Universal – the simplest and fastest way to control your TV directly from your iPhone. Turn your phone into a smart, reliable TV remote you can use anytime, anywhere. • Instant TV Control Connect your iPhone to your TV over the same Wi-Fi network and start controlling it instantly. Change channels, adjust volume, navigate menus, and control playback in seconds. • Smart & Intuitive Interface A clean, user-friendly design makes controlling your TV effortless. Everything you need is right at your fingertips — simple, fast, and responsive. • Wide TV Compatibility Works with most popular Smart TV brands that support control via local network connection. Various operating systems are supported. One app for multiple TVs in your home. • No Extra Devices Needed No physical remote, no cables, no additional hardware. Just your iPhone and your TV — that’s it. • Always Ready When You Need It Perfect when your remote is lost, batteries are dead, or you simply prefer controlling your TV from your phone. Upgrade your daily TV experience with a tool built for speed, simplicity, and convenience. Download TV Remote Control · Universal today and take full control of your TV — effortlessly. *This application is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by any television manufacturer. Information about the auto-renewal of subscription: - Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase; - Subscriptions are billed weekly, monthly, quarterly, or annually at the rate based on the subscription plan - Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period; - The account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours before the end of the current period. The cost depends on the selected plan; - Subscriptions may be managed by the user, and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user’s Account Settings after purchase; Privacy Policy: https://trustoneapps.com/qr-code-privacy Terms of Use: https://trustoneapps.com/tv-remote-control-terms For any questions or inquiries, please get in touch: support@trustoneapps.com

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 Remote Control · Universal4 screens
Xumo Remote4 screens

Verdict

The call

TV Remote Control · Universal and Xumo Remote both sit at 4.3 stars, but that hides the real split: 100% of Xumo Remote's written reviews are positive against 17% of TV Remote Control · Universal's. Xumo Remote also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 2) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 3 weeks). TV Remote Control · Universal's advantage is ratings volume (1.6K vs 31) and chart position (#33 vs unranked). On price, rating and ads 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 Control · Universal sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days. Xumo Remote asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.3 for TV Remote Control · Universal against 4.3 for Xumo Remote. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TV Remote Control · Universal has 1.6K ratings behind it against 31, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 17% of TV Remote Control · Universal's written reviews are positive against 100% of Xumo Remote's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TV Remote Control · Universal ships an update every 3 weeks, Xumo Remote every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on November 5, 2026.

Scorecard8 real differences · 3 level
TV Remote Control · Universal versus Xumo Remote: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTV Remote Control · UniversalXumo Remote
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (1.6K ratings) — better4.3 (31 ratings)
Positive reviews17.1% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1.6K — better31
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
Best chart rank#33 — better—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size24 MB31 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTrustOneApps L.L.C-FZXUMO Services LLC

Customer experience

TV Remote Control · Universal

All ratings785 ratings
Positive80.3%
Neutral2.9%
Negative16.8%
Written reviews35 reviews
Positive17.1%
Neutral0.0%
Negative82.9%

Xumo Remote

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

In-app purchases

2 purchases

TV Remote Control · Universal

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Weekly Trial3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Premium Yearly$35.991 Year
None

Xumo Remote

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is TV Remote Control · Universal free?
TV Remote Control · Universal 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 Control · Universal or Xumo Remote?
TV Remote Control · Universal is rated higher. TV Remote Control · Universal averages 4.3 out of 5 from 1.6K ratings, while Xumo Remote averages 4.3 from 31 ratings.
Do TV Remote Control · Universal or Xumo Remote have ads?
Neither TV Remote Control · Universal nor Xumo Remote shows ads.
Which is updated more often, TV Remote Control · Universal or Xumo Remote?
TV Remote Control · Universal ships an update every 3 weeks, and Xumo Remote every 2 weeks. Most recently, TV Remote Control · Universal was updated on November 5, 2026 and Xumo Remote on November 5, 2026.

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