# Lens vs Remote TV Controller & Volume

The clearest difference is rating: Remote TV Controller & Volume at 5.0 against Lens's 4.1. Lens's advantage is update cadence (every 5 days vs every 2 weeks) and ratings volume (9 vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Lens sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days and Remote TV Controller & Volume sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Remote TV Controller & Volume holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Lens has 9 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Lens ships an update every 5 days, Remote TV Controller & Volume every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Lens | Remote TV Controller & Volume |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.1 (9 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lens-identify-object-via-cam/id6759367331/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-tv-controller-and-volume/id6800427314/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **9** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 days** | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | Freemium | Freemium |
| Size | 340 MB | 5 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Ayan Tulegenov](https://appshunter.io/developer/1878331610) | [WE ARE MONO SRL](https://appshunter.io/developer/6800427316) |

## What reviewers say

### Lens

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lens-identify-object-via-cam/id6759367331)

Instantly identify objects, plants, animals, and more using your camera or photos. Access detailed information, recipes, care guides, and find similar products. Unlock full features with a premium subscription.

**Highlights:** Object recognition via camera, Photo upload for identification, Plant and animal breed identification, Artwork and book recognition, Recipe and product information, Color and fabric matching, Coin and antique identification

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

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Promo Offer | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| English | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| PremiumWithoutTrial5.99 | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Special_monthly_19.99 | $19.99 | per month |
| Special_Yearly_49.99 | $49.99 | per year |
| Yearly79.99 | $79.99 | per year |
| Yearly_Trial79.99 | $79.99 | per year |


### Remote TV Controller & Volume

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-tv-controller-and-volume/id6800427314)

Transform your iPhone into a smart TV remote using your home Wi-Fi. Control playback, navigate menus with a trackpad, and type using your phone's keyboard. Stream TV audio directly to your headphones for a private listening experience.

**Highlights:** Wi-Fi TV control, Headphone audio streaming, Trackpad navigation, Phone keyboard input, Channel app launcher, One-hand layout

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Yearly | $44.99 | per year |
| Lifetime | $69.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Lens free?

Lens is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Remote TV Controller & Volume free?

Remote TV Controller & Volume is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Lens or Remote TV Controller & Volume?

Remote TV Controller & Volume is rated higher. Lens averages 4.1 out of 5 from 9 ratings, while Remote TV Controller & Volume averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Lens or Remote TV Controller & Volume have ads?

Neither Lens nor Remote TV Controller & Volume shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Lens or Remote TV Controller & Volume?

Lens ships an update every 5 days, and Remote TV Controller & Volume every 2 weeks. Most recently, Lens was updated on October 28, 2026 and Remote TV Controller & Volume on October 29, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*