# TV Remote vs Universal Smart TV Remote Ctrl

The clearest difference is rating: TV Remote at 4.0 against Universal Smart TV Remote Ctrl's 3.0. TV Remote also leads on update cadence (every 3 days vs every 10 days). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. TV Remote sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per year and Universal Smart TV Remote Ctrl sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

TV Remote holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 1 respectively.

TV Remote ships an update every 3 days, Universal Smart TV Remote Ctrl every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | TV Remote | Universal Smart TV Remote Ctrl |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-universal-control/id6766407221/reviews)** | [3.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-smart-tv-remote-ctrl/id6769255437/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1 | 1 |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 days** | Every 10 days |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 47 MB | 7 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [金春 张](https://appshunter.io/developer/1888109459) | [Ahmed Bilal Abbasi](https://appshunter.io/developer/1789561395) |

## What reviewers say

### TV Remote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-universal-control/id6766407221)

Control compatible smart TVs from your iPhone using your Wi-Fi network. Navigate, manage playback, adjust volume, and cast local media. Voice search is also supported for supported TVs.

**Highlights:** Discover and control nearby smart TVs, Full remote control functions (volume, navigation, playback), Voice search functionality, Cast local photos, videos, and music, Save known TVs for quick access, One-handed use design

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Yearly Premium | $19.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Premium | $39.99 | one-time |


### Universal Smart TV Remote Ctrl

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-smart-tv-remote-ctrl/id6769255437)

Transform your iPhone into a universal remote for compatible smart TVs and streaming devices. Control navigation, media, volume, and apps over Wi-Fi. Offers premium features like voice control and media casting.

**Highlights:** Universal remote control for smart TVs, Wi-Fi connectivity, Navigation, media, and volume control, App quick launcher, Touchpad and keyboard input, Voice control (premium), Media casting (premium)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Premium | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Premium | $4.99 | per month |
| Yearly Premium | $19.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Premium | $29.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is TV Remote free?

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

### Is Universal Smart TV Remote Ctrl free?

Universal Smart TV Remote Ctrl is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, TV Remote or Universal Smart TV Remote Ctrl?

TV Remote is rated higher. TV Remote averages 4.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Universal Smart TV Remote Ctrl averages 3.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do TV Remote or Universal Smart TV Remote Ctrl have ads?

Both TV Remote and Universal Smart TV Remote Ctrl show ads.

### Which is updated more often, TV Remote or Universal Smart TV Remote Ctrl?

TV Remote ships an update every 3 days, and Universal Smart TV Remote Ctrl every 10 days. Most recently, TV Remote was updated on October 24, 2026 and Universal Smart TV Remote Ctrl on October 25, 2026.

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