Comparison

TV Controller vs Omni TV Remote

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

Head to head
About

TV Controller

Features
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TV Controller: Smart Remote gives you a convenient way to manage your Smart TV from your phone using a shared WiFi connection. The app is designed with a clean and responsive interface, helping you access essential TV controls in a simple and practical way. After connecting your phone and TV to the same network, the app can detect compatible devices available nearby and allow a quick connection process. Once paired, your phone can be used as an alternative remote for common TV functions without needing additional accessories. The experience is built for everyday use, with straightforward navigation and smooth interaction for supported Smart TVs. Main Features β€’ Control compatible TVs through WiFi β€’ Adjust volume and switch channels β€’ Power on or off supported models β€’ Quick connection to nearby devices β€’ Smooth and responsive controls β€’ Simple and user-friendly interface Easy Setup β€’ Connect your phone and TV to the same WiFi network β€’ Open the app and select your device β€’ Start controlling your TV directly from your phone No complicated setup or external hardware is required. Important Note β€’ Supports Smart TVs connected via WiFi only β€’ IR (infrared) control is not supported β€’ Both devices must remain on the same network β€’ Compatibility may vary depending on the TV model TV Controller: Smart Remote provides a practical way to access everyday TV controls from your phone with a stable WiFi connection and an easy-to-use experience.

About

Omni TV Remote

Features
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Omni TV Remote turns your iPhone into a universal remote for five smart-TV systems, with no extra hardware. SUPPORTED SYSTEMS β€’ Google TV β€’ Samsung (Tizen) β€’ Roku β€’ LG (webOS) β€’ Amazon Fire TV The remote adapts to whichever TV you connect: D-pad, free-cursor trackpad, number pad and gamepad, plus volume and channels, media transport, on-screen keyboard, app shortcuts and, on Google TV, voice search. β€’ Fast, local Wi-Fi control β€’ Shortcuts bar: your apps and macros under the remote, rearranged in one gesture β€’ Macros: chain several keys in a single tap (power on, open an app, set the volume…) β€’ Layout editor: move, resize or remove each block to design your own remote β€’ Home screen widgets for one-tap actions β€’ Clean, modern design in light and dark PREMIUM Omni is free with ads. Omni Premium removes the ads and unlocks unlimited macros, the layout editor and widgets: monthly, yearly (auto-renewing) or a one-off lifetime purchase. Independent app, not affiliated with Google, Samsung, Roku, LG or Amazon. The names mentioned are trademarks of their respective owners, used for compatibility purposes only. EULA can be found here: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

TV Controller4 screens
Omni TV Remote4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: TV Controller at none against Omni TV Remote's 2. TV Controller also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 5 weeks) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. Omni TV Remote sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. TV Controller asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TV Controller ships an update fortnightly, Omni TV Remote every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences Β· 3 level
TV Controller versus Omni TV Remote: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTV ControllerOmni TV Remote
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyFortnightly β€” betterEvery 5 weeks
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesNo β€” betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod β€” betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 β€” better17.0
Further details β€” not scored
Size46 MB105 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperVu Quang TuanNiamorDev

In-app purchases

None

TV Controller

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Omni TV Remote

Subscriptions2
  • Premium - no ads - widgets$0.991 Month
  • No ads - widgets - one year$9.991 Year

Questions

Is TV Controller free?
TV Controller is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Omni TV Remote free?
Omni TV Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do TV Controller or Omni TV Remote have ads?
Both TV Controller and Omni TV Remote show ads.
Which is updated more often, TV Controller or Omni TV Remote?
TV Controller ships an update fortnightly, and Omni TV Remote every 5 weeks. Most recently, TV Controller was updated on October 25, 2026 and Omni TV Remote on October 11, 2026.

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