Comparison

TV Remote | Control Universal vs TV Remote+ Smart TV Controller

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 versatile smart TV remote and media casting device. Control your TV's functions, navigate menus, and cast photos or videos to the big screen seamlessly over Wi-Fi.

Highlights
  • Full smart TV remote control
  • Integrated touchpad navigation
  • Direct app launching
  • Media casting (photos, videos)
  • Fast Wi-Fi TV detection
  • Compatible with major TV brands
Features
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Control any smart TV with your phone - no extra hardware, no Bluetooth pairing. TV Remote Control Universal connects over your home Wi-Fi and gives you everything you need to manage your TV, cast your content, and browse with ease. Works with all major smart TV platforms: Android TV / Google TV - Sony, TCL, Hisense, Philips, Xiaomi, Sharp Samsung Tizen - Samsung LG webOS - LG Roku OS - Roku, TCL, Hisense, Sharp, Onn Vizio SmartCast - Vizio Apple TV VIDAA OS Fire TV Just open the app, connect to the same Wi-Fi as your TV, and you're in control. REMOTE CONTROL Power your TV on and off, switch channels, adjust volume, and navigate menus - all from your phone. Clean, intuitive layout that mirrors a real remote, so there's nothing to learn. TOUCHPAD & NUMBER PAD Navigating your TV has never been faster. Use the built-in touchpad to scroll and select with simple gestures, or switch to the numeric keypad to enter channels, PINs, and codes instantly - right from your phone. CAST PHOTOS & VIDEOS Share your phone's gallery straight to the big screen. Stream photos and videos from your camera roll to your TV over Wi-Fi - no cables, no adapters. Perfect for sharing travel shots, home videos, or anything you want to watch on a larger display. INSTANT AUTO-DETECTION The app scans your local network and finds compatible TVs automatically. No manual IP entry, no complicated setup. Tap your TV, start controlling. WI-FI CONNECTION Everything works over your home Wi-Fi - fast, stable, and completely wireless. As long as your phone and TV are on the same network, you're good to go. WHY USERS LOVE IT - One app for all your TVs - different brands, same remote - No Bluetooth, no IR blaster required - Cast your own photos and videos without Apple TV or Chromecast - Works in any room, as long as you're on Wi-Fi SUPPORTED TV BRANDS Sony · Samsung · LG · TCL · Hisense · Philips · Xiaomi · Sharp · Roku · Onn · Vizio · Apple TV · VIDAA OS · Fire TV Whether you have one TV or several, this is the only remote app you'll need. Download TV Remote Control Universal for iOS now. TV Remote | Control Universal offers optional auto-renewing subscriptions. Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel your subscription in your App Store account settings. Privacy Policy - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Q2Q5uL4U_CYSwDFGPdzznadAFmW_v3LqO7ptRyQaYB8/ Terms of Use - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1SsSuJgPXBaTqS_h8o3Y2tL9XaeJMS6S6v0vI5XdM8NY

About

TV Remote+ Smart TV Controller

Features
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TV Remote – Universal Smart TV Controller Turn your iPhone or iPad into a powerful universal TV remote. TV Remote lets you control compatible Smart TVs over Wi-Fi with a fast, intuitive interface designed for modern home entertainment. Replace your physical remote with seamless navigation, keyboard input, touch controls, voice commands, and quick access to your favorite streaming apps. Whether you're watching movies, gaming, or streaming live TV, TV Remote provides everything you need in one elegant app. Features • Universal Smart TV remote for compatible TVs • Fast automatic TV discovery on your local Wi-Fi network • Easy pairing with supported television models • Large, responsive navigation buttons • Touchpad mode for smooth cursor control • Built-in keyboard for quick text entry • Voice command support for hands-free control • Volume, channel, mute, and power controls • Media playback controls including play, pause, rewind, and fast forward • Numeric keypad for direct channel selection • Switch between HDMI and other input sources • Launch supported streaming apps directly from your phone • Save and manage multiple TVs • Organize devices by room • Create custom remote layouts • One-tap automation and favorite actions • Siri Shortcuts integration • Home Screen and Lock Screen widgets • Live Activities and Dynamic Island support • Apple Watch companion support • iCloud sync across your Apple devices • Dark Mode support • Haptic feedback for a natural remote experience Compatible with Many Popular Smart TVs Supports a wide range of compatible Smart TVs from major manufacturers, including Samsung, LG, Sony, TCL, Hisense, Philips, Panasonic, Sharp, Toshiba, Roku TV, Fire TV, Android TV, Google TV, Chromecast with Google TV, and many other network-enabled televisions. Simple to Use Connect your iPhone and TV to the same Wi-Fi network. Launch TV Remote. Select your TV from the list of available devices. Start controlling your TV instantly. The App offers two subscription options: -$7.99 Monthly -$34.99 Yearly Prices may vary by location. Privacy Policy: https://privacy.vanlangapps.com Terms of Use: https://tos.vanlangapps.com Should you choose to upgrade to a Pro subscription, payment will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period. You may cancel automatic renewal and manage your subscription by selecting Manage App Subscriptions in your iTunes Account settings and selecting the subscription you want to modify. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when you purchase a Pro subscription, where applicable.

Screenshots

TV Remote | Control Universal4 screens
TV Remote+ Smart TV Controller4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: TV Remote | Control Universal at 16.6 against TV Remote+ Smart TV Controller's 18.0. On price, ads, 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 Universal sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $5.99 per 7 days and TV Remote+ Smart TV Controller sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
TV Remote | Control Universal versus TV Remote+ Smart TV Controller: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTV Remote | Control UniversalTV Remote+ Smart TV Controller
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (17 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings17 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 10 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS16.6 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size107 MB5 MB
Age rating9+4+
DeveloperSofiia MertsalovaTu Anh Do

In-app purchases

1 purchases

TV Remote | Control Universal

Subscriptions1
  • Weekly3 Days trial$5.997 Days
3 purchases

TV Remote+ Smart TV Controller

Subscriptions2
  • TV Remote Premium Monthly$7.991 Month
  • TV Remote Premium Yearly$34.991 Year
One-time1
  • TV Remove Premium Lifetime$49.99

Questions

Is TV Remote | Control Universal free?
TV Remote | Control Universal is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is TV Remote+ Smart TV Controller free?
TV Remote+ Smart TV Controller is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do TV Remote | Control Universal or TV Remote+ Smart TV Controller have ads?
Neither TV Remote | Control Universal nor TV Remote+ Smart TV Controller shows ads.

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