Comparison

CtrlTV vs OneCall

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

Head to head
About

CtrlTV

Control your smart TV from your iPhone without any setup. This app offers instant Wi-Fi connection for full remote functionality, including a built-in keyboard for faster typing. It seamlessly integrates with popular streaming services and supports major TV brands.

Highlights
  • Instant Wi-Fi connection
  • Full remote control
  • Built-in keyboard
  • Touchpad and keypad modes
  • Playback control
  • Auto-reconnect
  • Sleep timer
Features
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Lost your TV remote? Control your smart TV from your iPhone fast, free, no setup. CtrlTV finds your TV on your Wi-Fi network and gives you full control right from your phone. No extra hardware. No batteries to replace. No more searching the couch. KEY FEATURES • Instant Wi-Fi connection no setup, no pairing dance • Full remote control: power, volume, channels, navigation • Built-in keyboard type passwords and searches in seconds • Touchpad and keypad control modes • Smooth playback control play, pause, skip • Auto-reconnect to your TV • Home Screen widgets in four themes • Quick app launches directly on your TV • Clean, modern, native iPhone design WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT • Replace your lost or broken remote in seconds • Type 10× faster than tapping arrow keys on your TV remote • Open your streaming apps on the TV straight from your phone • No ads. No clutter. No nonsense. COMPATIBILITY • Works with most Wi-Fi smart TVs from 2016 onward that support network remote control • Open CtrlTV on the same Wi-Fi network as your TV it lists every set it can reach • Not finding your TV? Contact support and we'll help REQUIREMENTS • iPhone and smart TV must be on the same Wi-Fi network • App launching is a one-time in-app purchase Download CtrlTV and turn your iPhone into the only remote you'll ever need. CtrlTV is an independent app. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by any television manufacturer. All product names and trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

About

OneCall

Features
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Your Call. Your Code. Your Privacy. Stop sharing your personal info just to make a quick video call. OneCall is the ultimate peer-to-peer (P2P) communication tool designed for those who value privacy and speed. No accounts, no phone numbers, and no data collection. Why OneCall? Most calling apps require your email, phone number, or social media profile. OneCall requires nothing. Just generate a code, share it, and start talking. When the call is over, the code expires. Simple as that. How It Works: Generate: Create a unique, one-time-use session code with a single tap. Invite: Share the code with your contact via any messaging app. Connect: Enjoy a high-quality video or audio session directly between your devices. Key Features: 100% Peer-to-Peer: Your video and audio travel directly between you and your contact. No intermediate servers process your data. Zero Registration: No sign-ups, no passwords, and no onboarding. Instant access to secure communication. One-Time Session Codes: Each session is isolated and temporary, ensuring your call remains private. Crystal Clear Quality: Optimized P2P architecture provides low-latency audio and HD video. Total Privacy: We don't collect, store, or sell your personal information or call logs. Use It For: Quick professional consultations. Private business conversations. Fast, one-off syncs with teammates. Secure calls without creating yet another account. Simple, private, and secure. That's OneCall. Download now. Terms of Use (EULA): https://feudalys.com/terms

Screenshots

CtrlTV4 screens
OneCall3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: CtrlTV at none against OneCall's shown. CtrlTV also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 3 months). OneCall's advantage is iOS requirement (17.0 vs 26.0). 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. CtrlTV sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and OneCall sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $0.29 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

CtrlTV ships an update weekly, OneCall every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
CtrlTV versus OneCall: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCtrlTVOneCall
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS26.017.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size13 MB21 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAnatoli PetrosyantsKerem Gonlkrmaz

In-app purchases

1 purchases

CtrlTV

One-time1
  • Launch Apps on TV$1.99
1 purchases

OneCall

Subscriptions1
  • Remove Ads$0.291 Month

Questions

Is CtrlTV free?
CtrlTV is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is OneCall free?
OneCall is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do CtrlTV or OneCall have ads?
OneCall shows ads; CtrlTV does not.
Which is updated more often, CtrlTV or OneCall?
CtrlTV ships an update weekly, and OneCall every 3 months. Most recently, CtrlTV was updated on October 24, 2026 and OneCall on October 25, 2026.

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