Comparison

TV Remote Control vs TV Remote:Universal Control

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

TV Remote:Universal Control

Transform your iPhone into a universal remote for all your smart TVs. Easily control playback, navigate menus with a touchpad, and access all original remote functions. Upgrade for app control and screen mirroring.

Highlights
  • Universal brand support
  • Easy Wi-Fi setup
  • Responsive touchpad navigation
  • Full playback controls
  • App control and screen mirroring (premium)
Features
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Stop looking under the sofa cushions for your lost remote. TV Remote: Universal Control transforms your iPhone into a powerful and reliable remote for all your home entertainment devices. Whether you need to control a Samsung, LG, Sony, Roku, Fire TV, or other Smart TV brands, our app provides a stable connection and a user-friendly interface to manage your viewing experience effortlessly. Core Features Universal Brand Support Compatible with almost all major Smart TV brands including Samsung, LG, Sony, Vizio, Roku, Fire TV, Hisense, and TCL. Easy Setup No manual configuration required. As long as your iPhone and TV are connected to the same Wi-Fi network, the app will automatically detect your TV for instant pairing. Responsive Touchpad Ditch the clunky arrow buttons. Use the large, smooth touchpad to navigate through menus and apps with gestures and swipes. Full Playback Control Manage volume, switch channels, mute, and power your TV on or off with high-performance buttons designed for one-handed use. Premium Features Upgrade to Premium to unlock the full potential of your Smart TV: Full Remote Operations: Access every single button and advanced function available on your original remote. TV App Control: Launch and switch between your favorite streaming apps like Netflix, YouTube, and Disney Plus directly from your phone. Screen Casting and Mirroring: Share photos, videos, and your entire phone screen on the TV with high definition and low latency. Subscription Information Payment will be charged to your iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period at the rate of your selected plan. Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user Account Settings on the device after purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription. Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/rcontrol-privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://sites.google.com/view/rcontrol-terms-of-use

Screenshots

TV Remote Control4 screens
TV Remote:Universal Control4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: TV Remote:Universal Control at 5.0 against TV Remote Control's 4.1. TV Remote:Universal Control also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). TV Remote Control's advantage is ratings volume (245 vs 1). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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 TV Remote:Universal Control sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

TV Remote:Universal Control holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TV Remote Control has 245 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TV Remote Control ships an update every 10 days, TV Remote:Universal Control weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
TV Remote Control versus TV Remote:Universal Control: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTV Remote ControlTV Remote:Universal Control
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.1 (245 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews22.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings245 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 10 daysWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size43 MB69 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperEssa StudioOctopus Internet Technology Co., Limited

Customer experience

TV Remote Control

All ratings242 ratings
Positive74.8%
Neutral5.0%
Negative20.2%
Written reviews18 reviews
Positive22.2%
Neutral5.6%
Negative72.2%

TV Remote:Universal Control

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

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
2 purchases

TV Remote:Universal Control

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly Subscription3 Days trial2 variants$9.997 Days
  • Annual Subscription3 Days trial$59.991 Year

Questions

Is TV Remote Control free?
TV Remote Control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is TV Remote:Universal Control free?
TV Remote:Universal Control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, TV Remote Control or TV Remote:Universal Control?
TV Remote:Universal Control is rated higher. TV Remote Control averages 4.1 out of 5 from 245 ratings, while TV Remote:Universal Control averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do TV Remote Control or TV Remote:Universal Control have ads?
Neither TV Remote Control nor TV Remote:Universal Control shows ads.
Which is updated more often, TV Remote Control or TV Remote:Universal Control?
TV Remote Control ships an update every 10 days, and TV Remote:Universal Control weekly. Most recently, TV Remote Control was updated on October 24, 2026 and TV Remote:Universal Control on October 7, 2026.

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