Comparison

Remote Control vs Universal Smart TV Remote Ctrl

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

Head to head
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Remote Control

Features
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Universal TV Remote Control your Smart TV from your iPhone over Wi-Fi — no IR blaster, no complicated setup. The app finds your TV automatically and turns your phone into a fast, beautiful remote. Works with LG (webOS), Samsung (Tizen), Sony BRAVIA and Android TV / Google TV. Your iPhone and TV just need to be on the same Wi-Fi network. Features - Magic Cursor Move your phone or use the touchpad to steer the pointer on your TV. - Custom Buttons Arrange the remote the way you like and add shortcuts to your favorite TV apps. - Keyboard & Voice Input Type or dictate text to search on your TV in seconds. - Volume & Playback Control Adjust volume, mute, switch channels and inputs, play and pause. - Cast Media to TV Show photos and videos from your phone on supported TVs. - Custom Backgrounds Pick a wallpaper or use your own photo. - Made for iPhone Duo On the large open display, the remote and your TV apps sit side by side. Subscription Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions renew automatically unless auto-renew is turned off 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://remote-smart.com/privacy Terms of Service https://remote-smart.com/terms

About

Universal Smart TV Remote Ctrl

Transform your iPhone into a universal remote for compatible smart TVs and streaming devices. Control navigation, media, volume, and apps over Wi-Fi. Offers premium features like voice control and media casting.

Highlights
  • Universal remote control for smart TVs
  • Wi-Fi connectivity
  • Navigation, media, and volume control
  • App quick launcher
  • Touchpad and keyboard input
  • Voice control (premium)
  • Media casting (premium)
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Lost your physical TV remote? Universal Smart TV Remote App turns your iPhone into a fast, convenient remote control for all compatible Smart TVs and streaming devices connected to the same Wi-Fi network. Connect to supported devices instantly, complete the secure on-screen pairing process, and take total control over navigation, media playback, volume levels, power adjustments, and input switching directly from your phone. Features Instant Setup: Seamless local network auto-discovery and high-speed device pairing. Full Remote Suite: Responsive navigation pad, volume, channel, and power controls. Touchpad and Keyboard: Smooth swipe cursor scrolling and fast text input for search queries. Quick Launcher: Instant access to open installed TV apps directly from your phone screen. Minimalist Design: Clean, modern interface layout with full native Dark Mode support. Flexible Access: Premium features available via auto-renewable subscriptions or a one-time lifetime purchase. Supported Platforms Compatible with a massive matrix of popular Smart TV ecosystems and streaming hardware devices connected to your local network, including: Samsung Smart TVs (Tizen OS) LG webOS TVs Roku TV and Streaming Players Android TV and Google TV devices (Sony, TCL, Hisense, Philips) Amazon Fire TV and Fire OS Displays Vizio SmartCast Televisions and more Voice Control (Premium) Command your entertainment hands-free. Execute fast voice commands for supported structural actions such as menu navigation, quick volume adjustment, and launching compatible streaming applications on supported devices. Cast Studio (Premium) Bring your media to the big screen. Cast local photos and high-definition video collections directly from your iPhone camera roll to supported displays, and open compatible streaming links effortlessly. Privacy and Network Transmissions This utility strictly uses your iOS local network permission protocols to securely discover, handshake, and communicate with compatible television hardware operating on the same local Wi-Fi router. Your local data never leaves your device. Subscription Information Universal Smart TV Remote App offers optional auto-renewable subscriptions (Weekly, Monthly, and Yearly Premium) alongside a Lifetime Purchase Option that unlocks Voice Control, Cast Studio, and all future feature releases. Subscriptions are billed directly to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. Your subscription automatically renews unless it is cancelled at least 24 hours before the window closes. You can easily manage, review, or cancel your active subscriptions anytime by navigating to your iPhone Settings, then Apple ID, then Subscriptions. Pricing tiers and terms are displayed clearly inside the application prior to purchase. Legal Disclaimer This application is an independent third-party utility and is not officially affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Samsung, LG, Roku, Google, Amazon, Vizio, or any other consumer electronics manufacturer mentioned within this listing. All product names, logos, and trademarks belong entirely to their respective copyright owners. Compatibility structures and available operational features may vary depending on individual device model years, current television operating system updates, regional market variations, and specific manufacturer hardware limitations. Terms of Use (Standard Apple EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Remote Control4 screens
Universal Smart TV Remote Ctrl4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Remote Control at none against Universal Smart TV Remote Ctrl's shown. Universal Smart TV Remote Ctrl's advantage is update cadence (every 10 days vs every 4 months) and iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.0). On price, 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 Control sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $9.99 per 7 days and Universal Smart TV Remote Ctrl sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Remote Control ships an update every 4 months, Universal Smart TV Remote Ctrl every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on November 9, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
Remote Control versus Universal Smart TV Remote Ctrl: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRemote ControlUniversal Smart TV Remote Ctrl
PriceFreeFree
Rating—3.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 10 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS18.016.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size30 MB7 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKiryl AnatskiAhmed Bilal Abbasi

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Remote Control

Subscriptions1
  • Premium3 Days trial$9.997 Days
4 purchases

Universal Smart TV Remote Ctrl

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly Premium$1.997 Days
  • Monthly Premium$4.991 Month
  • Yearly Premium$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Premium$29.99

Questions

Is Remote Control free?
Remote Control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Universal Smart TV Remote Ctrl free?
Universal Smart TV Remote Ctrl is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Remote Control or Universal Smart TV Remote Ctrl have ads?
Universal Smart TV Remote Ctrl shows ads; Remote Control does not.
Which is updated more often, Remote Control or Universal Smart TV Remote Ctrl?
Remote Control ships an update every 4 months, and Universal Smart TV Remote Ctrl every 10 days. Most recently, Remote Control was updated on November 9, 2026 and Universal Smart TV Remote Ctrl on October 28, 2026.

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