Comparison

TV Remote Control vs Hey 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

Control your television directly from your iPhone when the physical remote is lost or out of reach. Manage power, volume, channels, and playback with an intuitive interface and a built-in touchpad for smooth navigation. Quickly access your favorite apps for a seamless viewing experience.

Highlights
  • Universal TV remote control
  • Built-in navigation touchpad
  • Quick access to favorite apps
  • Power, volume, channel, and playback controls
  • Simplified control for multiple remotes
Features
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Universal TV Remote — Simple Control When You Need It Universal TV Remote gives you instant control when the physical remote is lost, out of battery, or simply out of reach. Instead of searching, switching between remotes, or struggling with slow buttons, you can control your TV directly from your iPhone. Simple access, right when you need it. All Essential Controls in One Place Power on or off, adjust volume, mute sound, change channels, and manage playback. Everything you need for everyday TV viewing is organized in a clean, easy-to-use interface. If you use multiple remotes at home, this app helps simplify control into one convenient solution. Smooth Navigation with Touchpad Scrolling through TV menus with traditional buttons can feel slow and repetitive. The built-in navigation touchpad lets you swipe and tap naturally, making it easier to move through apps, settings, and guides. Fewer clicks. Faster browsing. Quick Access to Apps Jump between apps without endless pressing. Save your favorite apps for quick access and switch instantly to what you want to watch. Less time searching. More time watching. Made for Everyday Situations Whether the physical remote is misplaced, shared, or inconvenient, Universal TV Remote keeps control in your hands. The interface is simple, responsive, and designed for daily comfort. Universal TV Remote makes TV control easier — so you can focus on watching, not looking for the remote. Privacy and Security TV Remote complies with stringent privacy standards, ensuring that your data remains safe and confidential. For more information, please review our Privacy Policy at https://myteleremote.com/privacy. Subscription and Terms TV Remote is a subscription-based app with a free trial period. Subscribe for unlimited access with no commitment, and you can cancel anytime. Manage your subscription and disable auto-renewal in iTunes' Account Settings after purchase. Read our Terms of Service at https://myteleremote.com/termsofuse.

About

Hey Remote

Features
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Hey Remote – Smart TV Control lets you control your smart tv directly from your phone, turning your smartphone into a practical tv remote and a reliable universal remote for supported devices. This tv remote is designed for simple touch interaction and consistent remote control during everyday viewing. The app automatically detects supported smart tv devices connected to the same Wi-Fi network, allowing quick and straightforward setup. Once connected, your phone works as a flexible tv remote that lets you control volume, switch channels, or enter channel numbers using the built-in numpad. Stable control supports essential smart tv functions during regular use. In addition, this tv remote allows navigation using on-screen buttons or a touchpad. The universal remote layout provides direct control of supported smart tv interfaces, depending on device compatibility. Text input is available on compatible apps through your phone’s keyboard. On smart tv devices that support it, voice input may also be used for content search. These features maintain a consistent remote control experience without relying on on-screen TV keyboards. Beyond everyday control features, the tv remote allows you to cast photos and videos stored on your phone to compatible smart tv devices. The cast feature works when devices are connected to the same Wi-Fi network, supporting a stable cast experience for personal content sharing. Playback can continue to be controlled directly from your phone through the tv remote control interface while cast is active. Why Choose This Universal Remote? • Simple interface designed specifically as a tv remote • Quick connection on the same Wi-Fi network • Essential control features organized in one universal remote • Designed to operate as a universal remote for compatible smart tv devices • Works as a universal remote within supported smart tv environments Upgrade to Premium Unlock premium features with a one-time purchase or an auto-renewable subscription. Free trials may be available for eligible users. Payment will be charged to your Apple Account upon confirmation of purchase. Auto-renewable subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current billing period. You can manage or cancel your subscription anytime in your App Store account settings. Compatibility This app works with compatible smart tv devices connected to the same Wi-Fi network. Performance may vary depending on your tv and network conditions. Contact For questions, feedback, or support, contact us at contact@terrabyteio.com. Terms of Use: https://terrabyteio.com/en/terms-of-use Privacy Policy: https://terrabyteio.com/en/privacy-policy

Screenshots

TV Remote Control4 screens
Hey Remote4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: TV Remote Control at none against Hey Remote's shown. TV Remote Control also leads on review sentiment (21% vs 0%). Hey Remote's advantage is iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17.0). On price, update cadence, 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. TV Remote Control sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days and Hey Remote sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TV Remote Control ships an update every 9 days, Hey Remote every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on November 9, 2026 and November 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
TV Remote Control versus Hey Remote: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTV Remote ControlHey Remote
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.1 (263 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews21.1% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings263 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 9 days — betterEvery 10 days
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.015.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size43 MB79 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperEssa StudioTERRABYTE SOFTWARE JOINT STOCK COMPANY

Customer experience

TV Remote Control

All ratings263 ratings
Positive75.7%
Neutral4.6%
Negative19.8%
Written reviews19 reviews
Positive21.1%
Neutral5.3%
Negative73.7%

Hey Remote

Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

8 purchases

TV Remote Control

Subscriptions5
  • Unlimited Access3 Days trial$3.997 Days
  • Unlimited Access3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Unlimited Access3 Days trial$5.997 Days
Show 2 more
  • Unlimited Access3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • Unlimited Access3 Days trial$7.997 Days
One-time3
  • TV Remote Lifetime Access$19.99
  • TV Remote Lifetime Access$24.99
  • TV Remote Lifetime Access$29.99
5 purchases

Hey Remote

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly Subs$6.997 Days
  • Weekly Premium3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • Yearly Premium$29.991 Year
One-time2
  • Lifetime Premium$34.99
  • Lifetime Premium$44.99

Questions

Is TV Remote Control free?
TV Remote Control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Hey Remote free?
Hey Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do TV Remote Control or Hey Remote have ads?
Hey Remote shows ads; TV Remote Control does not.
Which is updated more often, TV Remote Control or Hey Remote?
TV Remote Control ships an update every 9 days, and Hey Remote every 10 days. Most recently, TV Remote Control was updated on November 9, 2026 and Hey Remote on November 8, 2026.

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