TV Remote Universal Control * vs PilotBro
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
TV Remote Universal Control *
Transform your phone into a versatile TV remote. Control your smart TV, cast media, mirror your screen, and access channels quickly. Offers keyboard input and touchpad navigation for a seamless entertainment experience.
- Universal TV remote control
- Quick channel access
- Photo and video casting
- YouTube to TV
- Screen mirroring
- Phone keyboard input
- Touchpad navigation
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Turn your iPhone into the TV Remote Universal Control you actually want to use. TV Remote Universal Control helps you control your smart TV, open channels faster, mirror and cast content from your phone to the big screen. Whether your physical remote is missing, the batteries are dead, or you just want a quicker way to control your entertainment, everything you need is right on your phone. KEY FEATURES ● Universal TV Remote Control Control the essentials without reaching for a physical remote. Use the D-pad, power, volume, channel, playback, and navigation controls from one clean interface. ● Quick Channel Access Launch channels faster and get to the entertainment you want with fewer taps. ● Photo & Video Cast Cast photos and videos from your phone to your TV for easier sharing on a larger screen. ● YouTube to TV Open and enjoy YouTube content on the big screen more easily. ● Screen Mirroring Mirror content from your phone to your smart TV when you want a bigger viewing experience. ● Phone Keyboard Input Type on your phone instead of clicking through letters on a TV screen one by one. ● Touchpad Navigation Swipe, scroll, and select with smooth touch controls on supported devices. ● Fast Wi-Fi Setup Connect your phone and TV to the same Wi-Fi, open the app, and start controlling in seconds. WHY PEOPLE USE TV REMOTE UNIVERSAL CONTROL • Replace a lost or broken TV remote • Control TV playback and navigation from your phone • Launch channels quickly • Cast photos, videos, and YouTube to TV • Mirror personal content to the big screen • Search faster with phone keyboard input SUPPORTED TV PLATFORMS Works with major smart TV platforms and compatible devices, including: - Roku - Samsung Tizen - LG WebOS - Fire TV / Firestick - Sony - Vizio - Hisense - Chromecast - DLNA-compatible devices HOW UNIVERSAL REMOTE WORKS 1. Connect your iPhone and TV to the same Wi-Fi 2. Open the TV Remote Universal Control app and find your device 3. Connect and start controlling or casting TV Remote Universal Control is designed to make everyday TV control simpler, faster, and more convenient. Use the built-in remote to power your TV on or off, adjust volume, change channels, navigate menus, and control playback. Open your favorite apps faster with Channel shortcuts, then cast photos, videos, and YouTube from your phone when you want to enjoy content on the big screen. Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at the time of purchase confirmation. Subscription renews automatically unless it is canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage and cancel your subscriptions by going to your account settings on the App Store after purchase. Disclaimer: This app is not affiliated with or endorsed by any TV brand or streaming platform mentioned in the description. Terms of Use: https://www.thetasoftware.uk/terms Privacy Policy: https://www.thetasoftware.uk/privacy
PilotBro
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PilotBro is the ultimate cockpit copilot for pilots, student pilots, and aviation enthusiasts. Engineered for real-time situational awareness, PilotBro acts as a secondary visual aid with Radar like Inteface to help you scan for threat traffic, monitor flight statistics, and record your flight logs automatically. Simply connect your device to your Stratux, Sentry, or any GDL90-compatible ADS-B receiver, and fly with complete peace of mind. KEY FEATURES: LIVE ADS-B TRAFFIC RADAR & MAP: Visualize nearby aircraft transponder targets instantly. Spot relative positions, track vectors, and watch traffic moves in real time over a sweep radar display or dynamic offline map. PROXIMITY WARNINGS: Avoid traffic conflicts. PilotBro monitors altitude discrepancies and horizontal distance to alert you when an aircraft enters your customizable caution or warning rings. HIGHLY CUSTOMIZABLE THRESHOLDS: You are in control. Adjust safety distance (NM) and altitude separation (FT) limits to match your flying style and airspace. AUTOMATIC FLIGHT LOGGER (HEURISTIC CLASSIFIER): No manual entries required. PilotBro automatically detects takeoffs (when speed passes 35 knots) and landings, recording your coordinates, peak speed, altitude profile, and flight path details. SMART FILTERING (NO FALSE ALERTS): Onboarding filters out your own aircraft transponder signal by matching your unique Tail Number, preventing annoying own-ship proximity alerts. 100% PRIVATE & OFFLINE-READY: Built by pilots, for pilots. Your flight logs and locations never leave your device. We do not upload your data to servers—everything is stored locally with standard JSON backup import/export features. COCKPIT FRIENDLY: Keep-awake display, high-contrast night-ready color palettes, and large, bold legibility fonts make it easy to read traffic alerts even in high-vibration conditions. REQUIREMENTS & DISCLAIMER: PilotBro requires connection to a GDL90-compatible ADS-B hardware receiver (e.g., Stratux) to display live traffic targets. PilotBro is an auxiliary situational awareness helper designed for pilot reference only. The Pilot in Command (PIC) retains sole responsibility for scanning for traffic, maintaining proper lookouts, and navigating safely. ---------------------------------------------- TERMS OF USE (EULA) & PRIVACY POLICY By downloading or using PilotBro, you agree to the standard Apple Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Our Privacy Policy can be reviewed here: https://pilotbroapp.s3.ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com/PIlotBro_PrivacyPolicy.txt
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Verdict
TV Remote Universal Control * and PilotBro are too close to call on the numbers: across 6 compared parameters — price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. TV Remote Universal Control * sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days and PilotBro sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
TV Remote Universal Control * ships an update fortnightly, PilotBro every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | TV Remote Universal Control * | PilotBro |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.3 (45 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 45 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | Every 2 weeks — better |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 107 MB | 11 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | THETA SOFTWARE LIMITED | Umaasudhan Nataraja |
In-app purchases
TV Remote Universal Control *
- Universal Remote Weekly Plan3 Days trial$9.997 Days
- Universal Remote Annual Plan$29.991 Year
- Universal Remote Lifetime$29.99
PilotBro
- PilotBro Monthly Subscription$1.991 Month
- PilotBro Yearly Subscription$14.991 Year
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