Comparison

UnblockPiP vs Simple TV Remote

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

Head to head
About

UnblockPiP

This Safari extension allows you to detach web videos into a Picture in Picture window, enabling background playback while you multitask. Enjoy seamless video and audio continuity across apps and browsing sessions.

Highlights
  • Detach videos into Picture in Picture
  • Background audio playback
  • Safari extension integration
  • Quick access to recent videos
  • Private by design, no tracking
  • One-time purchase
Features
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Stop letting websites lock your video screen. UnblockPiP turns web videos into a floating mini-window so you can multi-task across your phone or iPad. Watch tutorials while taking notes, keep lectures open while browsing, or listen to long-form interviews with your screen turned off. If a video plays in Safari, UnblockPiP lets you pop it out - even on websites that try to block standard floating playback. What You Can Do Pop Out Any Video: Shrink web videos into a floating window that stays on top while you text, work, scroll, or switch between apps. Listen with Your Screen Locked: Keep audio playing in the background when you switch apps or turn off your screen—perfect for interviews, podcasts, and video lectures. One-Tap Control: A simple button appears right on web video players. Tap it once to pop the video out instantly. Quick History: Easily jump back to recently popped-out videos without searching for the webpage again. 100% Private: Operates entirely on your device. Zero ads, zero tracking, and zero personal data collected. Pay Once, Own Forever: No recurring subscriptions or hidden paywalls. Setup in 3 Fast Steps Open Safari and tap the Page Menu icon in the address bar. Tap Manage Extensions and toggle UnblockPiP on. Grant permission for the websites you visit, then tap the new Detach button on any video. Privacy & Terms Privacy Policy: https://riyapekar.blogspot.com/2026/05/privacy-policy-unblockpip.html Terms of Service: https://riyapekar.blogspot.com/2026/05/terms-of-service-unblockpip.html

About

Simple TV Remote

Features
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Remote for Samsung TV gives you a simple iPhone remote for compatible Samsung Smart TVs on your home Wi-Fi. ■ Quick Setup • Find compatible TVs on your local network • Pair with the TV approval prompt when required • Save one TV for a focused, reliable remote experience ■ Everyday Controls • Navigate with up, down, left, right, and OK • Use Home, Back, Play/Pause, volume, and channel controls • Open numeric and color key controls when you need them ■ Home Screen Widget • Change the volume and play or pause without opening the app • Jump straight into the full remote from the widget • Available in small and medium sizes, in light and dark ■ Easy Reconnect • Reconnect to your saved TV when you reopen the app • See clear connection status without clutter • Forget the saved TV anytime from settings ■ Built For The Living Room • Designed for iPhone • Works over the same Wi-Fi network as your TV • Free to use, with no ads, subscriptions, or paywalls Remote for Samsung TV is designed for compatible Samsung Smart TVs. Your iPhone and TV must be connected to the same local network. Some TV features and power behavior may vary by model.

Screenshots

UnblockPiP4 screens
Simple TV Remote4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Simple TV Remote at none against UnblockPiP's 3. Simple TV Remote also leads on ads (none vs shown). UnblockPiP's advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.0). On price and update cadence 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. UnblockPiP sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Simple TV Remote asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

UnblockPiP ships an update every 9 days, Simple TV Remote every 6 days. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
UnblockPiP versus Simple TV Remote: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterUnblockPiPSimple TV Remote
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (4 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews16.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings4 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 9 daysEvery 6 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size23 MB7 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperValeriya PekarMake Algo SL

In-app purchases

3 purchases

UnblockPiP

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Subscription7 Days trial$1.991 Month
  • Yearly Subscription$18.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime purchase$29.99
None

Simple TV Remote

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is UnblockPiP free?
UnblockPiP is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Simple TV Remote free?
Simple TV Remote is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do UnblockPiP or Simple TV Remote have ads?
UnblockPiP shows ads; Simple TV Remote does not.
Which is updated more often, UnblockPiP or Simple TV Remote?
UnblockPiP ships an update every 9 days, and Simple TV Remote every 6 days. Most recently, UnblockPiP was updated on October 24, 2026 and Simple TV Remote on October 24, 2026.

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