# Remote for Android / Google TV vs ZenMote

The clearest difference is ads: Remote for Android / Google TV at none against ZenMote's shown. Remote for Android / Google TV also leads on monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and ratings volume (59 vs 1). ZenMote's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 5 months) and rating (5.0 vs 4.7). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Remote for Android / Google TV sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and ZenMote sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ZenMote holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Remote for Android / Google TV has 59 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Remote for Android / Google TV ships an update every 5 months, ZenMote weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 22, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Remote for Android / Google TV | ZenMote |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (59 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-for-android-google-tv/id6761615056/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zenmote-android-tv-remote/id6781227472/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **59** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 2 MB | 15 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Grzegorz Wojcik](https://appshunter.io/developer/992934795) | [Leopoldo Perez Ortiz](https://appshunter.io/developer/1867320800) |

## What reviewers say

### Remote for Android / Google TV

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-for-android-google-tv/id6761615056)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Pro Yearly | $24.99 | per year |


### ZenMote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zenmote-android-tv-remote/id6781227472)

Transform your iPhone into a universal TV remote. Connects directly to your TV over Wi-Fi for seamless control of various smart TV brands, including Android TV, Roku, Samsung, and LG. Offers features like trackpad mode, on-screen keyboard, and app launching.

**Highlights:** Universal remote for multiple TV brands, Trackpad and on-screen keyboard, Instant app launcher, Apple Watch app and widgets, Macros and custom remote layouts, Wake-on-LAN support

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| ZenMote Pro Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| ZenMote Pro Yearly | $9.99 | per year |
| ZenMote Pro Lifetime | $19.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Remote for Android / Google TV free?

Remote for Android / Google TV is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is ZenMote free?

ZenMote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Remote for Android / Google TV or ZenMote?

ZenMote is rated higher. Remote for Android / Google TV averages 4.7 out of 5 from 59 ratings, while ZenMote averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Remote for Android / Google TV or ZenMote have ads?

ZenMote shows ads; Remote for Android / Google TV does not.

### Which is updated more often, Remote for Android / Google TV or ZenMote?

Remote for Android / Google TV ships an update every 5 months, and ZenMote weekly. Most recently, Remote for Android / Google TV was updated on October 22, 2026 and ZenMote on October 25, 2026.

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