Comparison

Remote for Google & Android TV vs Nova IPTV PlayBox

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Remote for Google & Android TV

Transform your iPhone into a Wi-Fi remote for Google TV, Android TV, and Chromecast devices. Control navigation, volume, power, and apps with a customizable interface and one-tap automations. Connects seamlessly over Wi-Fi without requiring an account.

Highlights
  • Wi-Fi remote control
  • Navigation and volume control
  • App launching
  • Custom remote builder
  • Automation routines
  • Multiple TV support
Features
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Turn your iPhone into a Wi‑Fi remote for Google TV, Android TV, and Chromecast with Google TV — including TCL, Hisense, Sony, NVIDIA Shield, and Onn. Pair with the code on your TV (or scan it), then control navigation, volume, power, and apps. Build a custom remote layout and run automations with one tap. COMPATIBILITY Works with: Google TV, Android TV, Chromecast with Google TV. Does not work with: Fire TV, Apple TV, Roku, Samsung Tizen, LG webOS, or older Cast-only Chromecast (without Google TV). iPhone and TV must be on the same Wi‑Fi. No account required. WHAT YOU GET • Touchpad and D-pad — swipe to move; one tap Home, two taps Back • Full remote — volume, power, voice, and playback • One-tap apps — Netflix, YouTube, Disney+, or any installed app • Custom remote builder — place buttons, set colors, save templates • Automations — record or build routines (bedtime, movie night) • Multiple TVs — save living room and bedroom, auto-connect • Keep the screen on while you watch FREE TO START Unlimited remote for 3 days. Then 20 commands per day. Unlock Pro with a one-time purchase — no subscription. HOW IT WORKS 1. Connect iPhone and TV to the same Wi‑Fi 2. Open the app and select your TV (or enter the pairing code) 3. Control from Remote, swipe pad, Apps, or your custom layout TROUBLESHOOTING • TV not found? Same Wi‑Fi, TV on, turn off VPN or guest network • Pairing failed? Use Repair pairing or re-enter the code SUPPORT support@agileworks.app DISCLAIMER This app is not an official Google product and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to Google in any way. Android TV, Chromecast, and related marks are trademarks of Google LLC.

About

Nova IPTV PlayBox

Features
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Welcome to Nova IPTV PlayBox – your ultimate premium dashboard for live TV streaming, custom M3U playlists, and seamless digital entertainment. Built with a sleek, modern interface, Nova IPTV PlayBox lets you import, organize, and stream your favorite channels across iOS and macOS with ease. Simply add your M3U playlist link to instantly fetch and automatically categorize channels. Nova IPTV PlayBox delivers lightning-fast channel switching, high-quality video playback, and absolute stability. FEATURES: • M3U Playlist Import: Easily add, sync, and organize multiple M3U playlist links. • Smart Categorization: Auto-organize channels, streams, and groups for effortless navigation. • Seamless Picture-in-Picture (PiP): Keep watching your favorite programs in a floating mini-player while multitasking on your device. • Multi-Platform Support: A unified experience designed natively for both macOS and iOS. • Premium Video Engine: Optimized player with background audio playback support, high-resolution rendering, and smooth frame rates. NOVA IPTV PLAYBOX PREMIUM: Upgrade to premium to unlock all customization features and advanced playlist options: • Favorites List: Save your go-to channels for instant, one-tap access. • Recents History: Quickly resume watching channels you recently played. Start streaming with Nova IPTV PlayBox today! (Note: Nova IPTV PlayBox is a media player. Users must provide their own M3U playlist URLs or content sources. The app does not host, distribute, or provide any media content.) Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Remote for Google & Android TV4 screens
Nova IPTV PlayBox4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Remote for Google & Android TV at 16.0 against Nova IPTV PlayBox's 26.5. 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. Remote for Google & Android TV sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Nova IPTV PlayBox sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Remote for Google & Android TV versus Nova IPTV PlayBox: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRemote for Google & Android TVNova IPTV PlayBox
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.5 (4 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings4 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, Mac — better
Requires iOS16.0 — better26.5
Further details — not scored
Size17 MB5 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAgile WorksKhanh Phan Van

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Remote for Google & Android TV

One-time1
  • Lifetime purchase$3.49
3 purchases

Nova IPTV PlayBox

Subscriptions3
  • 1-month subscription$2.991 Month
  • 3-month subscription$6.993 Months
  • 12-month subscription$12.991 Year

Questions

Is Remote for Google & Android TV free?
Remote for Google & Android TV is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Nova IPTV PlayBox free?
Nova IPTV PlayBox is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Remote for Google & Android TV or Nova IPTV PlayBox have ads?
Neither Remote for Google & Android TV nor Nova IPTV PlayBox shows ads.

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