Comparison

Universal 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

Universal Remote

Transform your smartphone into a versatile remote control for various home appliances. Easily add and manage devices like TVs, air conditioners, and more with intuitive, appliance-specific layouts. Control your home environment with a single device.

Highlights
  • Add devices by type
  • Brand selection and naming
  • Appliance-specific remote layouts
  • Centralized device list
  • Local data storage
Features
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Universal Remote is a local utility app for everyday home appliance control. Add devices quickly and operate them with clear, familiar remote layouts. Key Features • Add devices by type — air conditioner, TV, set-top box, projector, audio, fan, water heater, lights, smart curtains, clothes rack, robot vacuum, and more. • Brand selection and naming — browse brands by category, then name your device and assign a room. • Remote panels — layouts tailored to each appliance type for everyday use. • Device list — see all added devices and open remote control in one tap. Notes • Your data is stored primarily on this device. • Remote control may depend on system environment, accessory connection, and recognition status. • If something doesn’t work, follow the in-app guidance to check settings or connection. • This app contains ads.

About

TV Remote

Features
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Control your TV from your phone — no extra hardware, no hassle. TV Remote Control turns your iPhone into a fast, reliable remote for your Smart TV. It connects over your home Wi-Fi, so there's nothing to plug in and no infrared needed. Lost your remote, or just want everything on one screen? You're covered. WORKS WITH YOUR TV • Samsung Smart TV (Tizen) • LG Smart TV (webOS) • Android TV & Google TV EVERYTHING YOU NEED IN ONE REMOTE • Power on/off, volume, mute, and channel controls • Full directional pad with OK/Select for easy navigation • Home, Back, and Menu buttons • Media keys — play, pause, rewind, fast-forward, and stop • Number pad for quick channel entry SET UP IN SECONDS • Automatically finds compatible TVs on your Wi-Fi network • Simple on-screen pairing — just confirm on your TV • Saves your TVs so you can reconnect with one tap APP SHORTCUTS • Pin your favorite TV apps for instant launching • Add custom shortcuts tailored to your setup BUILT TO FEEL GREAT • Clean, modern interface that's quick and responsive • Light and dark themes • Available in English, French, Spanish, Portuguese, German, Russian, Arabic, and Chinese PRIVATE BY DESIGN Your TVs, settings, and pairing data stay on your device. The app talks directly to your TV on your local network — there's no account to create and no remote-control activity sent to us. GOOD TO KNOW • Your phone and TV must be on the same Wi-Fi network. • This app is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Samsung, LG, Google, or any TV manufacturer. All trademarks belong to their respective owners. Download TV Remote Control and take charge of your Smart TV today.

Screenshots

Universal Remote3 screens
TV Remote1 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: TV Remote at none against Universal Remote's shown. TV Remote also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Universal Remote versus TV Remote: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterUniversal RemoteTV Remote
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyWeekly—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size28 MB29 MB
Age rating17+4+
Developer旭芳 任HAFIDA EL MAJDAOUI

In-app purchases

None

Universal Remote

No in-app purchases

None

TV Remote

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Universal Remote free?
Universal Remote is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is TV Remote free?
TV Remote is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Universal Remote or TV Remote have ads?
Universal Remote shows ads; TV Remote does not.

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