Comparison

Direct TV Remote Control App vs GTV Remote

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

Head to head
About

Direct TV Remote Control App

Features
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TV Remote Control - Smart & Universal Turn your iPhone or iPad into the ultimate smart TV remote - do more than just change channels! Control your TV with style, convenience, and total freedom, whether you’re at home, at work, or anywhere in between. Key Features: Works with all major smart TVs - Supports Roku TV, WebOS, Tizen, VIDAA, Fire TV, and more. Supports 100+ TV brands - Including Samsung, LG, Sony, TCL, Amazon, Google, Roku, Philips, Toshiba, Hisense, and others. Quick setup - Automatically detect TVs on your Wi-Fi network. Full-function remote - Adjust volume, switch channels, search, play/pause, mute, and more. Multiple TVs? No problem! - Easily switch between connected TVs. Stylish remote themes - Choose a layout that matches your home or office vibe. Control from anywhere in your home - Works across the same Wi-Fi network. Family-friendly - Manage screen time by turning off the TV for breaks, homework, or rest. After purchasing an auto-renewable subscription, you will get access to: Premium remote themes and layouts Advanced customization options for buttons and controls Priority support and faster updates Access to exclusive smart tools and features How to connect: Turn on your TV and wait 30 seconds for it to wake from sleep. Make sure your iPhone/iPad is on the same Wi-Fi network as your TV. Open the app and start controlling instantly! Note: This app is not an official product of Samsung, LG, Sony, TCL, Roku, Panasonic, Philips, Toshiba, Hisense, etc. Take full control - download now and enjoy a remote you’ll actually love using! Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1GtHqL-Yg2ZQVIVkKJUvKbJvSm6dPDXvt0cclKaPulgU/edit?tab=t.0 Terms of Use: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1SNaTf6cPqmVOtxPEZh3Urw8zQvm5u9v_pNMmKGoSjGs/edit?tab=t.0

About

GTV Remote

Features
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Turn your iPhone or iPad into a powerful remote for your Smart TV devices. Control your TV seamlessly over Wi-Fi with a fast, secure, and easy-to-use interface — no extra hardware or setup required. Key Features * Automatic TV Discovery * Instantly find all Smart TV devices on your local Wi-Fi network. No manual setup required. Secure Pairing * Pair your device with a simple one-time PIN. Your connection is secured using encrypted TLS communication and stored safely in your device Keychain. Full Remote Control * D-pad navigation (Up, Down, Left, Right, OK) * Home, Back, Menu controls * Volume & Mute * Power button with smart wake support Media Controls * Control playback effortlessly: * Play / Pause, Next, Previous, Fast Forward, Rewind, Stop Keyboard Input * Type directly on your TV using your iPhone’s keyboard — faster and easier than using a remote. Touchpad Mode * Swipe and tap gestures for smooth navigation and control. * Wake-on-LAN (WoL) Turn on your TV remotely (if supported) using Wake-on-LAN technology. Auto Reconnect * Automatically reconnects to your TV for a seamless experience every time you open the app. Privacy & Security * Works entirely on your local Wi-Fi network * No cloud servers, no tracking, no data collection * Secure TLS encryption for all communication * Pairing data stored safely in iOS Keychain Requirements * iPhone or iPad running iOS 16 or later * Smart TV device on the same Wi-Fi network * Pairing must be completed once per device Why Choose This App? * Fast & responsive (low latency control) * Clean and modern UI * No ads, no subscriptions * Works offline (local network only) * Supports all major TV brands Note * Both your iPhone and TV must be connected to the same Wi-Fi network * Wake-on-LAN support depends on your TV model and settings Make Your TV Smarter - Download now and enjoy a smooth, reliable, and modern remote control experience for your Smart TV.

Screenshots

Direct TV Remote Control App4 screens
GTV Remote4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Direct TV Remote Control App at Free against GTV Remote's $2.99. GTV Remote's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1). On ads, device support and iOS requirement 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

Direct TV Remote Control App is free to download; GTV Remote costs $2.99 up front. Direct TV Remote Control App sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. GTV Remote asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 5 level
Direct TV Remote Control App versus GTV Remote: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDirect TV Remote Control AppGTV Remote
PriceFree — better$2.99
Rating5.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings2 — better—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS1716.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size26 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJulian NordholtSuresh Verma

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Direct TV Remote Control App

Subscriptions1
  • Enjoy TV Remote access!3 Days trial$6.997 Days
None

GTV Remote

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Direct TV Remote Control App free?
Direct TV Remote Control App is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is GTV Remote free?
GTV Remote costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Direct TV Remote Control App or GTV Remote have ads?
Neither Direct TV Remote Control App nor GTV Remote shows ads.

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