Comparison

TV Remote vs ‎ Universal TV Remote Control

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 your TV and air conditioner with your iPhone. Cast local media to your TV and manage playback. Offers advanced features and ad removal with a premium subscription.

Highlights
  • TV remote control
  • Air conditioner remote
  • Local media casting
  • Voice search
  • Touchpad navigation
  • Appearance customization
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 • Swipe the touch pad to move and tap for OK, or use the arrow keys on its edge. • Adjust volume, change channels, and control media playback. • Enter text and use voice search on supported devices. • Switch inputs and open your TV's menu and settings on supported devices. • Switch between your TV and air conditioner remotes in one tap. • Choose a Dark, Light, or Auto appearance. AIR CONDITIONER REMOTE • Connect to compatible Wi-Fi air conditioners. • Turn your air conditioner on or off. • With Premium, adjust temperature, operating mode, and fan speed, and 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

‎ Universal TV Remote Control

Transform your iPhone into a smart TV remote. Control volume, channels, playback, and access streaming apps with an intuitive interface. Share photos and videos to your TV for a bigger viewing experience.

Highlights
  • Smart TV control
  • Volume and channel adjustment
  • Playback control
  • Streaming app shortcuts
  • Touchpad and directional pad navigation
  • On-screen keyboard for search
  • Photo and video sharing to TV
Features
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THE SMART TV REMOTE, REIMAGINED. Turn your iPhone into the remote you always have with you. Universal TV Remote Control brings your television, entertainment and everyday controls together in one beautifully designed experience. Connect in seconds and take control of your compatible smart TV with a fast, intuitive interface. No lost remote. No batteries. No unnecessary complexity. ONE REMOTE. COMPLETE CONTROL. Control the essentials with ease. Adjust volume. Change channels. Turn your TV on or off. Navigate menus. Control playback. Search for content. Everything you need is right at your fingertips. CONNECT IN SECONDS. Discover compatible TVs and supported devices on your network and connect with just a few taps. Supports many leading brands and platforms, including Samsung, LG, Sony, Roku and more. YOUR ENTERTAINMENT. ONE TAP AWAY. Get faster access to the entertainment you love. Create personalised shortcuts for your favourite streaming and entertainment apps and organise them exactly the way you want. Your entertainment is always within reach. CONTROL YOUR WAY. Prefer a touchpad? Use your iPhone naturally to navigate your TV. Prefer traditional controls? Switch to the directional pad. Need to search? Use the integrated keyboard to enter titles, names and commands quickly. One remote. Multiple ways to control your TV. DESIGNED FOR EVERYDAY USE. From changing channels to browsing streaming apps, Universal TV Remote Control makes television control feel effortless. A clean, responsive interface puts the controls you need exactly where you expect them. YOUR CONTENT. THE BIG SCREEN. Send compatible photos and videos from your iPhone to your television and enjoy your content on a bigger screen. SIMPLE. POWERFUL. ALWAYS WITH YOU. Your iPhone is already in your hand. Now it can be your TV remote too. DESIGNED IN AUSTRALIA. BUILT FOR THE WORLD. Created by FAZ Australia for a global audience, Universal TV Remote Control combines thoughtful design, powerful functionality and a seamless TV experience for households around the world. FREE CORE REMOTE EXPERIENCE. Essential remote functionality is available free, including everyday television control, channel changes and menu navigation. Choose an optional subscription for an ad free experience, unlimited shortcuts and priority support. SUPPORT. Need help connecting? Our in app FAQ provides answers to common questions, with direct support available when you need it. SUPPORT AND LEGAL Privacy Policy: https://www.fazaustralia.com/privacy-policy/ Contact: info@fazaustralia.com Provided by FAZ Australia Pty Ltd. This app is not affiliated with or endorsed by any television manufacturer. All trademarks are the property of their respective owners and are used solely to identify compatibility. Terms of Use EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

TV Remote4 screens
‎ Universal TV Remote Control4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: ‎ Universal TV Remote Control at 5.0 against TV Remote's 4.0. ‎ Universal TV Remote Control also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (11 vs 1). TV Remote's advantage is update cadence (every 3 days vs fortnightly). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model 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 ‎ Universal TV Remote Control sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

‎ Universal TV Remote Control holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ‎ Universal TV Remote Control has 11 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TV Remote ships an update every 3 days, ‎ Universal TV Remote Control fortnightly. Both last shipped on October 31, 2026.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
TV Remote versus ‎ Universal TV Remote Control: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTV Remote‎ Universal TV Remote Control
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (1 ratings)5.0 (11 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings111 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 days — betterFortnightly
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size49 MB68 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer金春 张Mind Stream Logics

Customer experience

TV Remote

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

‎ Universal TV Remote Control

All ratings11 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews11 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

TV Remote

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

‎ Universal TV Remote Control

Subscriptions3
  • Monthly Premium$6.991 Month
  • Yearly Premium3 Days trial$19.991 Year
  • Yearly Premium$19.991 Year

Questions

Is TV Remote free?
TV Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ‎ Universal TV Remote Control free?
‎ Universal TV Remote Control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, TV Remote or ‎ Universal TV Remote Control?
‎ Universal TV Remote Control is rated higher. TV Remote averages 4.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while ‎ Universal TV Remote Control averages 5.0 from 11 ratings.
Do TV Remote or ‎ Universal TV Remote Control have ads?
TV Remote shows ads; ‎ Universal TV Remote Control does not.
Which is updated more often, TV Remote or ‎ Universal TV Remote Control?
TV Remote ships an update every 3 days, and ‎ Universal TV Remote Control fortnightly. Most recently, TV Remote was updated on October 31, 2026 and ‎ Universal TV Remote Control on October 31, 2026.

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