GTV Remote vs AirBoard
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
GTV Remote
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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.
AirBoard
Transform your iPhone or iPad into a wireless keyboard, mouse, and touchpad for your Mac or Windows PC. Enjoy direct Bluetooth connectivity without needing extra apps or receivers. Ideal for presentations, media control, or when your computer peripherals are unavailable.
- Wireless keyboard with function keys and shortcuts
- Precision touchpad with gesture support
- Mac and Windows layout switching
- Direct Bluetooth connection
- Adjustable pointer speed and gestures
- Remote media control
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Turn your iPhone or iPad into a wireless keyboard, touchpad, presentation remote, and media controller for your computer with AirBoard Pro. CHOOSE BLUETOOTH OR WI-FI AirBoard Pro provides two independent connection methods for Mac and Windows. Choose the one that fits your setup: • Bluetooth mode — connect directly to a compatible Mac or Windows PC. No AirBoard Receiver or shared Wi-Fi network is required. • Wi-Fi mode — install AirBoard Receiver on a Mac or Windows PC, keep both devices on the same local network, select the computer in AirBoard Pro, and enter the six-digit code shown by the receiver. On Mac, Wi-Fi mode requires macOS 13 or later and Accessibility permission. On Windows, AirBoard Receiver supports Windows 11 and requires a Private network connection and local network access through Windows Firewall. The two connection methods work independently. Bluetooth connects directly without AirBoard Receiver, while Wi-Fi mode uses AirBoard Receiver on Mac or Windows. After a successful Wi-Fi pairing, AirBoard Pro remembers the receiver for faster reconnection. Saved computers can be reviewed or removed from Wi-Fi settings at any time. FOUR CONTROL MODES Keyboard • Type with letters, numbers, function keys, arrow keys, modifiers, Backspace, Enter, and Space • Switch between Mac-style and Windows-style keyboard layouts • Use common actions such as Copy, Paste, Select All, and Undo • Turn your device sideways for a larger keyboard layout Touchpad • Move the pointer with natural touch gestures • Tap to click and use secondary click • Scroll with two fingers • Adjust pointer speed, scroll speed, natural scrolling, and gesture preferences Presentation • Move between previous and next slides • Start or end a presentation • Show a black screen • Return to the first slide • Designed for Keynote on Mac and PowerPoint on Windows Media • Play or pause media • Move to the previous or next track • Adjust volume • Mute or restore sound CUSTOM SHORTCUTS AND TEXT SNIPPETS Create reusable keyboard shortcuts for frequently used actions. Save text snippets, preview them before sending, and cancel when needed. Available text input depends on the supported keyboard layout and characters. CLEAR CONNECTION CONTROL See whether AirBoard Pro is ready for input, switch between Bluetooth and Wi-Fi, select a discovered receiver, and manage saved computers from settings. AirBoard Pro sends keyboard, pointer, presentation, and media-control input. It is not a remote desktop, screen-sharing, cloud-sync, or file-transfer app. TRY BEFORE YOU UNLOCK The 3-day trial begins with your first unpaid input-ready connection. Lifetime access is available through a one-time in-app purchase. If you have already purchased, use Restore Purchase in the app settings. Compatibility depends on the computer, operating system, Bluetooth implementation, firewall configuration, and local network environment. Keep AirBoard Pro open and active for the most reliable input experience. Support: https://airboardpro.com/support Privacy Policy: https://airboardpro.com/privacy
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: AirBoard 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
AirBoard is free to download; GTV Remote costs $2.99 up front. AirBoard sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. GTV Remote asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | GTV Remote | AirBoard |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $2.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | — | 4.0 (3 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 0.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 3 — better |
| Update frequency | — | Weekly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | — | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 3 MB | 27 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Suresh Verma | Shenzhen Wenlicai Technology Co., Ltd. |
In-app purchases
GTV Remote
No in-app purchases
AirBoard
- AirBoard Pro Lifetime$14.99
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