# TV Remote Control, Universal vs TV Remote Control

The clearest difference is ads: TV Remote Control, Universal at none against TV Remote Control's shown. TV Remote Control, Universal also leads on update cadence (every 10 days vs every 3 weeks). TV Remote Control's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.0). On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. TV Remote Control, Universal sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days and TV Remote Control sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for TV Remote Control, Universal against 5.0 for TV Remote Control. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 1 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

TV Remote Control, Universal ships an update every 10 days, TV Remote Control every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | TV Remote Control, Universal | TV Remote Control |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-control-universal/id6758025889/reviews) | [5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-control-zapping/id6780992357/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **2** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 10 days** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 13 MB | 46 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Muzzammil Hameed](https://appshunter.io/developer/1831618862) | [Emre Ayar](https://appshunter.io/developer/1683002405) |

## What reviewers say

### TV Remote Control, Universal

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-control-universal/id6758025889)

Transform your iPhone into a universal smart TV remote. Control various TV brands, streaming devices, and media players with ease. Navigate, search, and cast content directly from your phone.

**Highlights:** Universal TV remote control over Wi-Fi, Smart TV brand compatibility, Fast navigation and keyboard input, Voice search support, Cast photos, videos, and music, Quick setup

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| TV Remote Offer | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| TV Remote Pro | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| TV Remote Yearly Offer | $44.99 | per year |
| TV Remote Pro | $69.99 | per year |


### TV Remote Control

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-control-zapping/id6780992357)

Transform your iPhone into a universal smart TV remote. Control your TV over Wi-Fi with full functionality, including casting, voice search, and app shortcuts. Offers a free version with an optional Pro upgrade for advanced features.

**Highlights:** Wi-Fi TV control, Full button functionality, Trackpad and air-mouse, Voice control and keyboard, One-tap app shortcuts, Cast photos and videos, Wake-on-LAN support

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| One Week Subscription | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Subscription | $9.99 | per month |
| Yearly Subscription | $49.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is TV Remote Control, Universal free?

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

### Is TV Remote Control free?

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

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

TV Remote Control, Universal and TV Remote Control are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 2 and 1 ratings respectively.

### Do TV Remote Control, Universal or TV Remote Control have ads?

TV Remote Control shows ads; TV Remote Control, Universal does not.

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

TV Remote Control, Universal ships an update every 10 days, and TV Remote Control every 3 weeks. Most recently, TV Remote Control, Universal was updated on October 24, 2026 and TV Remote Control on October 24, 2026.

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