Comparison

Android TV vs Droid TV Remote+

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

Head to head
About

Android TV

Transform your iPhone into a comprehensive remote for your Android TV. Navigate menus, type text, and control playback with ease over Wi-Fi. Enjoy a streamlined entertainment experience without complicated setup.

Highlights
  • Easy Wi-Fi connection
  • Intuitive touchpad and keyboard
  • Fast text typing
  • Volume and playback control
  • Quick app launching
  • Universal compatibility with Android TV
Features
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Turn your iPhone into a powerful remote for your Android TV. Control your TV effortlessly, navigate faster, and enjoy a seamless entertainment experience - all from Android TV remote control app. Key Features: * Easy Connection Connect instantly to your Android TV or TV Box on the same Wi-Fi network. No setup required. * Smart Remote Control Use an intuitive touchpad, keyboard, and buttons to control your TV with precision. * Fast Typing Type text directly from your iPhone keyboard — no more struggling with on-screen TV keyboards. * Volume & Playback Control Adjust volume, pause, play, and skip content with ease. * Quick Launch Apps Open your favorite apps on TV in seconds. * Universal Compatibility Works with most devices powered by Android TV and similar systems. Why choose this app? - Clean and modern interface - Fast and reliable connection - No complicated setup - Designed for everyday convenience Requirements: - iPhone and Android TV must be connected to the same Wi-Fi network Disclaimer: This app is not an official product of Google or Android. It is an independent solution designed to work with Android TV devices.

About

Droid TV Remote+

Features
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Android Remote+ turns your iPhone into a full-featured remote control for Android TV, Google TV etc No more digging for the physical remote. Open the app, connect instantly over Wi-Fi, and control your TV with a beautiful native iOS interface. REMOTE CONTROLS • D-Pad navigation (Up, Down, Left, Right, OK) • Touchpad mode - swipe to navigate and tap to select • Home, Back, and Menu buttons • Power button (where supported by your TV) • Volume Up, Down, and Mute • Play and Pause media control ON-SCREEN KEYBOARD Typing on your TV is finally easy. Tap the keyboard button and type directly from your iPhone. Paste from the clipboard in one tap - great for passwords, search queries, and URLs. AUTOMATIC TV DISCOVERY Android Remote+ automatically finds Android TVs on your Wi-Fi network. No IP address needed. Just open the app and your TV appears. Manual IP entry is also available. HOME SCREEN WIDGETS (PRO) Add a remote widget directly to your iPhone Home Screen. Launch your favorite TV apps or control playback without opening the app. APP LAUNCHER (PRO) Browse and launch apps installed on your TV from your iPhone. Pin favorites such as Netflix, YouTube, Disney+, and Prime Video for one-tap access. MULTI-TV SUPPORT (PRO) Save and switch between multiple TVs instantly. DESIGNED FOR iOS Built natively in SwiftUI. Supports Dark Mode, Dynamic Type, and haptic feedback. No ads. FREE INCLUDES • D-Pad and touchpad remote • On-screen keyboard with clipboard paste • Automatic TV discovery • Save 1 TV PRO INCLUDES • Unlimited saved TVs • App Launcher with favorites • Home Screen Widgets • Future updates included COMPATIBLE DEVICES Works with Android TV and Google TV devices on the same Wi-Fi network, including: • Sony Android TV and Google TV • NVIDIA Shield TV • Xiaomi TV Box and Mi Box • TCL Google TV • Hisense Android TV • Chromecast with Google TV • Android TV boxes PRIVACY Android Remote+ does not collect, sell, or share your personal data. Local network access is used only to discover and control your TV. No account required. Privacy Policy: https://bugxy.com/products/androidremote/privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://bugxy.com/products/androidremote/terms

Screenshots

Android TV3 screens
Droid TV Remote+4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Android TV at none against Droid TV Remote+'s 1. On price, 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

Both are free to download. Droid TV Remote+ sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Android TV asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Android TV versus Droid TV Remote+: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAndroid TVDroid TV Remote+
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (42 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings42 — better—
Update frequency—Daily
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGrzegorz WojcikAmal Bose B S

In-app purchases

None

Android TV

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Droid TV Remote+

One-time1
  • Unlimited Access$4.99

Questions

Is Android TV free?
Android TV is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Droid TV Remote+ free?
Droid TV Remote+ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Android TV or Droid TV Remote+ have ads?
Neither Android TV nor Droid TV Remote+ shows ads.

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