Comparison

Any TV Remote Control vs Universal TV ‣ Remote Control

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

Head to head
About

Any TV Remote Control

Transform your phone or smartwatch into a universal remote for smart TVs and streaming devices. Enjoy features like touchpad navigation, voice search, and app launching. Stream photos and videos directly to your TV with this easy-to-use utility.

Highlights
  • Smart TV remote control over Wi-Fi
  • Touchpad and mouse navigation
  • Keyboard for fast typing
  • Voice search for Android TV/Google TV
  • Volume and media controls
  • App launching and input switching
  • Cast photos and videos to TV
Features
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TV Remote Control for Smart TVs Turn your phone into a TV remote control for Smart TVs and TV boxes. Any TV Remote Control works with popular brands like Samsung, LG, Sony BRAVIA, TCL, Whale, Hisense, Vizio, Panasonic, Sharp, Vestel and supports Android TV, Google TV, Amazon Fire TV, Fire Stick, Roku, and VIDAA TV. Control your TV directly from your phone — or even from your Apple Watch. Key Features • Remote control for Smart TVs over Wi-Fi • Touchpad and mouse navigation • Keyboard for fast typing • Voice search on Android TV and Google TV • Volume and media controls • Launch apps and switch inputs • Power control (on supported models) • Optional Pro upgrade for advanced features Apple Watch Support Control your TV directly from your Apple Watch. Quick access to essential controls from your wrist. Cast Photos & Videos Stream photos and videos from your phone to your TV (supported models). Simple Setup Connect your phone and TV to the same Wi-Fi Select your device Start controlling instantly Why Use It • No ads • Works with Samsung, LG, Roku, Fire TV, and more • Faster typing and navigation • Clean and easy-to-use interface Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Universal TV ‣ Remote Control

Transform your phone into a universal TV remote without needing extra hardware. Control power, volume, navigation, and even cast content to your TV over WiFi. Compatible with most smart TVs and streaming devices.

Highlights
  • Universal TV remote control
  • Screen mirroring
  • Wireless casting
  • WiFi connectivity
  • Keyboard input
  • Switch between multiple TVs
Features
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Turn your iPhone into a universal TV remote — no extra hardware required. WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT Misplaced remotes, dead batteries, juggling three controllers for one movie night — that's over. This app connects to your TV over your existing WiFi network and puts every function right on your phone: power, volume, navigation, app switching, and more. It works with virtually every smart TV and streaming device sold today. FEATURES • One-tap power, volume, and mute control • Full D-pad navigation for menus, apps, and streaming interfaces • Keyboard input for fast text search, sign-in, and messaging • Screen mirroring — project your iPhone screen to your TV • Cast to TV — stream photos and videos wirelessly • Works over WiFi and your local network — no Bluetooth required • Switch between multiple TVs from one app • Channel number pad and input source switcher • No extra hardware, no IR blaster needed WORKS WITH Samsung · LG · Roku TV and players · Fire TV · Firestick · Sony Bravia · Vizio SmartCast · TCL · Hisense · Philips · Android TV · Google TV · Chromecast · Apple TV · Panasonic · Sharp · and more HOW IT WORKS 1. Open the app — it scans your WiFi network automatically 2. Tap your TV or streaming device from the list 3. Start controlling — ready in under a minute SUBSCRIPTION & PRIVACY Full access to all features requires an auto-renewing subscription. New users start with a 3-day free trial — every feature unlocked, free for 3 days. After the trial, your subscription renews automatically at the price shown in the app, unless you cancel at least 24 hours before the renewal date. Your plan and price are always displayed before you confirm any purchase. Manage or cancel anytime in your Apple ID settings. Your data stays private. We do not sell or share your device information or usage data with third parties. Privacy Policy: https://heyapps.co/tv_remote/privacy Terms of Use: https://heyapps.co/tv_remote/terms Support: https://heyapps.co/tv_remote/support Download now and never hunt for a remote again.

Screenshots

Any TV Remote Control4 screens
Universal TV ‣ Remote Control4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Any TV Remote Control at 96% against Universal TV ‣ Remote Control's 0%. Any TV Remote Control also leads on rating (4.9 vs 4.2) and ratings volume (729 vs 124). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. Any TV Remote Control sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Universal TV ‣ Remote Control sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Any TV Remote Control holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Any TV Remote Control has 729 ratings behind it against 124, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 96% of Any TV Remote Control's written reviews are positive against 0% of Universal TV ‣ Remote Control's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Any TV Remote Control ships an update every 4 days, Universal TV ‣ Remote Control every 6 days. Both last shipped on November 5, 2026.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Any TV Remote Control versus Universal TV ‣ Remote Control: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAny TV Remote ControlUniversal TV ‣ Remote Control
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (729 ratings) — better4.2 (124 ratings)
Positive reviews96.1% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings729 — better124
Update frequencyEvery 4 days — betterEvery 6 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.1 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size68 MB71 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKlebo LtdHey Apps

Customer experience

Any TV Remote Control

All ratings729 ratings
Positive98.1%
Neutral0.7%
Negative1.2%
Written reviews257 reviews
Positive96.1%
Neutral1.2%
Negative2.7%

Universal TV ‣ Remote Control

All ratings124 ratings
Positive80.6%
Neutral0.8%
Negative18.5%
Written reviews7 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

5 purchases

Any TV Remote Control

Subscriptions4
  • Any TV Remote Pro Weekly3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Any TV Remote Pro Monthly$4.991 Month
  • Any TV Remote Pro Yearly$29.991 Year
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  • Any TV Remote Pro Yearly3 Days trial$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • Any TV Remote Pro Lifetime$34.99
4 purchases

Universal TV ‣ Remote Control

Subscriptions4
  • Pro3 Days trial$7.997 Days
  • Pro3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Pro1 Year trial$19.991 Year
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  • Pro$29.991 Year

Questions

Is Any TV Remote Control free?
Any TV Remote Control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Universal TV ‣ Remote Control free?
Universal TV ‣ Remote Control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Any TV Remote Control or Universal TV ‣ Remote Control?
Any TV Remote Control is rated higher. Any TV Remote Control averages 4.9 out of 5 from 729 ratings, while Universal TV ‣ Remote Control averages 4.2 from 124 ratings.
Do Any TV Remote Control or Universal TV ‣ Remote Control have ads?
Neither Any TV Remote Control nor Universal TV ‣ Remote Control shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Any TV Remote Control or Universal TV ‣ Remote Control?
Any TV Remote Control ships an update every 4 days, and Universal TV ‣ Remote Control every 6 days. Most recently, Any TV Remote Control was updated on November 5, 2026 and Universal TV ‣ Remote Control on November 5, 2026.

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