Comparison

Remote Control for TV vs Smart Remote Control

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

Head to head
About

Remote Control for TV

Transform your iPhone into a powerful remote for compatible TVs. Control volume, channels, playback, and navigate menus with ease. It also functions as a browser companion and a game controller for supported TV games, offering a smarter way to interact with your television.

Highlights
  • Smart remote control for compatible TVs
  • Volume, channel, and playback controls
  • Menu navigation and touch controls
  • Built-in browser support
  • Game controller mode
  • Fast Wi-Fi setup
  • Simple interface
Features
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Remote Control for TV – Play + gives you a smarter way to control your TV from your iPhone. Use it as a powerful TV remote, a convenient browser companion, and a game controller for supported TV gaming. Adjust volume, change channels, control playback, navigate menus, browse more easily on your TV, and turn your phone into a handheld controller for more interactive entertainment. Built for speed and simplicity, Remote Control for TV – Play + helps you do more than replace your remote — it helps you get more from your TV. Main Features • Smart remote control for compatible TVs • Volume, channel, mute, and playback controls • Easy menu navigation and touch controls • Built-in browser support • Game controller mode for supported TV games • Fast setup over Wi-Fi • Simple and modern interface One App, More Control From everyday watching to browsing and gaming, Remote Control for TV – Play + puts essential TV control in one place. No extra hardware. No complicated setup. Just connect and start controlling your TV in a smarter way. Please Note • Phone and TV must be on the same Wi-Fi network • Some features are available only on supported devices and TV models • Controller mode is supported only for compatible games and TVs Auto-Renewable Subscription Notice Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours before the end of the current period. Free trial, if offered, automatically converts to a paid subscription unless canceled before the trial ends. Manage or cancel your subscription anytime in your App Store account settings. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy apply. This app is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Samsung, LG, Roku, or any other TV brands referenced above. Any brand names are used solely to indicate compatibility. Privacy Policy: https://www.sadynamics.com/privacy-policy-for-tv-remote-app/ Terms of Service: https://www.sadynamics.com/terms-tv-remote/

About

Smart Remote Control

Transform your iPhone into a universal remote for any Smart TV. This app offers auto-discovery, full remote control, keyboard input, and brand-specific features. Upgrade to premium for touchpad mode, app launching, and custom layouts.

Highlights
  • Universal remote control
  • Auto-discovery of Smart TVs
  • Keyboard input for search
  • iOS Widget support
  • Wake-on-LAN functionality
  • Touchpad mode (premium)
  • App launcher (premium)
Features
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Turn your iPhone into a universal remote control for any Smart TV. Remote Control TV replaces all your physical remotes with one beautiful, easy-to-use app. SUPPORTED TV BRANDS: - Samsung Smart TV - LG WebOS TV - Sony Bravia TV - TCL & Hisense Smart TVs - Roku TV & Streaming Devices - Amazon Fire TV - NVIDIA SHIELD KEY FEATURES: - Auto-Discovery: Automatically finds Smart TVs on your Wi-Fi network - Full Remote Control: D-pad navigation, volume, channel, power, and more - Keyboard Input: Type text on your TV for search and login - Number Pad: Quick channel entry with number keys - Brand-Specific Controls: Custom buttons for each TV brand (Bixby, Smart Hub, etc.) - iOS Widget: Control your TV right from your home screen - Wake-on-LAN: Turn on your TV remotely PREMIUM FEATURES: - Touchpad Mode: Navigate like a laptop trackpad - App Launcher: Launch Netflix, YouTube, and other apps directly - Macros & Automation: Create one-tap routines (e.g., "Movie Night" = Power On + HDMI 2 + Netflix) - Custom Layouts: Rearrange buttons to match your workflow - Ad-Free Experience - Unlimited TV Connections HOW IT WORKS: 1. Connect your iPhone and TV to the same Wi-Fi network 2. Open the app — your TV is discovered automatically 3. Pair with one tap (Samsung: Allow on TV, LG: Enter PIN) 4. Start controlling your TV! No hub, no extra hardware, no account required. Just your iPhone and your TV. ---------------- ## Terms of Use https://cuongproit.github.io/remote-control-tv-docs/terms.html ## Privacy Policy URL https://cuongproit.github.io/remote-control-tv-docs/privacy-policy.html

Screenshots

Remote Control for TV4 screens
Smart Remote Control4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Remote Control for TV at none against Smart Remote Control's shown. Smart Remote Control's advantage is ratings volume (11 vs 1). On price, rating, review sentiment 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. Remote Control for TV sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days and Smart Remote Control sells 8 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

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Remote Control for TV against 4.9 for Smart Remote Control. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Smart Remote Control has 11 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Remote Control for TV versus Smart Remote Control: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRemote Control for TVSmart Remote Control
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better4.9 (11 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings111 — better
Update frequency—Every 3 days
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.517.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size9 MB24 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCollabrains Technologies LTDPhi Anh

Customer experience

Remote Control for TV

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Smart Remote Control

All ratings10 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Remote Control for TV

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly Premium3 Days trial$7.997 Days
  • Yearly Premium$29.991 Year
8 purchases

Smart Remote Control

Subscriptions6
  • Premium Weekly3 Days trial2 variants$7.997 Days
  • Premium Monthly3 Days trial2 variants$12.991 Month
  • Premium Annual - Special Offer3 Days trial$19.991 Year
Show 3 more
  • Premium Annual Promo3 Days trial$24.991 Year
  • Premium Annual7 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • Premium Annual7 Days trial$39.991 Year
One-time2
  • Premium Lifetime$59.99
  • Premium Lifetime$79.99

Questions

Is Remote Control for TV free?
Remote Control for TV is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Smart Remote Control free?
Smart Remote Control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Remote Control for TV or Smart Remote Control?
Remote Control for TV is rated higher. Remote Control for TV averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Smart Remote Control averages 4.9 from 11 ratings.
Do Remote Control for TV or Smart Remote Control have ads?
Smart Remote Control shows ads; Remote Control for TV does not.

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