Comparison

TV Remote vs TV Remote

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

Head to head
About

TV Remote

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
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TV Remote Control - Pilo brings TV remote controls, air conditioner controls, and local media casting together on your iPhone. Connect compatible devices and your iPhone to the same Wi-Fi network to get started. TV REMOTE • Navigate your TV with directional controls. • Adjust volume and control media playback. • Enter text and use voice search on supported devices. • Access supported TV apps and inputs. AIR CONDITIONER REMOTE • Connect to compatible Wi-Fi air conditioners. • Turn your air conditioner on or off. • Adjust temperature, operating mode, and fan speed with Premium. • Use vertical and horizontal swing, Sleep, Eco, and Turbo where supported. CAST TO YOUR TV • Cast local photos, videos, and music to compatible TVs. • Cast a single item for free. • Unlock multiple-item casting, playback queues, and photo slideshow controls with Premium. PREMIUM Choose a yearly subscription or a lifetime purchase to unlock advanced AC controls, remove ads, and access Premium casting features. A free trial may be available for eligible yearly subscribers. Available offers, trial duration, and pricing are shown in the app before purchase. The yearly subscription renews automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the current period ends. If a free trial is offered, it converts to a paid subscription unless canceled at least 24 hours before the trial ends. Payment is charged to your Apple Account. You can manage or cancel your subscription in your Apple Account settings. The lifetime option is a one-time purchase and does not renew automatically. COMPATIBILITY Device support and available controls vary by brand, model, firmware, and network configuration. Some devices require pairing or additional setup. Air conditioner control requires a supported Wi-Fi model; this app does not turn your iPhone into an infrared remote. Media casting depends on the receiving device and supported media formats. Privacy Policy: https://pubwave-live.web.app/pilo-tv-remote/privacy-policy Terms of Use (EULA): https://pubwave-live.web.app/pilo-tv-remote/terms-of-use

About

TV Remote

Features
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Turn your iPhone into a simple, reliable remote for the TVs you already own. TV Remote gives you a clean, full-screen control pad that is easy to use one-handed and connects over your Wi-Fi network — no extra hardware required. FEATURES - Automatically finds your TV on the same Wi-Fi network - Full directional pad with OK, Back, Home, and Info - Volume up/down, mute, and channel controls - Play, pause, rewind, and fast-forward - One-tap launch for your favorite streaming apps - Secure on-screen-code pairing, remembered for next time - Clear connection status so you always know what is happening HOW IT WORKS Your iPhone and TV simply need to be on the same Wi-Fi network. Open the app, pick your TV, and control it instantly. Some TVs ask you to enter a short code shown on screen the first time you connect. COMPATIBILITY Works with Roku® streaming players and TVs, and Chromecast with Google TV™ / Android TV™ devices. This app is an independent product and is not affiliated with, authorized, endorsed by, or sponsored by Roku, Inc. or Google LLC, and all trademarks are the property of their respective owners. SUBSCRIPTION TV Remote is free to try for 3 days. After the trial it is $1.99 per week, or a one-time $7.99 purchase for lifetime access. Payment is charged to your Apple ID; a subscription renews automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the period ends, and can be managed in your App Store account settings. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://carloalexanderdilorenzo-bot.github.io/tv-remote-ios/privacy.html

Screenshots

TV Remote4 screens
TV Remote1 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: TV Remote at none against TV Remote's shown. TV Remote's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). 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. TV Remote sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per year and TV Remote sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
TV Remote versus TV Remote: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTV RemoteTV Remote
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 days—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size47 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer金春 张Carlo Alexander Di Lorenzo

In-app purchases

2 purchases

TV Remote

Subscriptions1
  • Yearly Premium3 Days trial$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Premium$39.99
2 purchases

TV Remote

Subscriptions1
  • Weekly Pro3 Days trial$1.997 Days
One-time1
  • Lifetime Unlock$7.99

Questions

Is TV Remote free?
TV Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is TV Remote free?
TV Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do TV Remote or TV Remote have ads?
TV Remote shows ads; TV Remote does not.

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