Comparison

TV Remote, Universal Control vs TV Remote Control | Universal

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

Head to head
About

TV Remote, Universal Control

Features
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Lost your plastic TV remote? Batteries dead? Or tired of juggling a different controller for every screen in your house? Turn your iPhone into the ultimate Universal TV Remote Control! Seamlessly navigate any Smart TV over Wi-Fi, and completely customize your remote’s interface to reflect your personal style. Designed specifically for one-handed couch navigation, this all-in-one controller replaces clunky plastic remotes with smooth iOS responsiveness. *ONE REMOTE FOR ALL SMART TVs Skip the complex setups. The app automatically detects and links to your television over your home Wi-Fi network in seconds. Fully compatible with major Tier-1 TV brands, including: • Roku TV (TCL, Hisense, Sharp, Element) • Samsung Smart TV (Tizen) • LG Smart TV (webOS) • Fire TV & Amazon Fire Stick • Sony TV, Philips TV • Vizio SmartCast *ACCESSIBLE & CUSTOM LAYOUTS Choose how you want to control your screen based on what you’re watching: • Traditional Buttons: Familiar, high-tactile layout for quick volume adjustments and channel surfing. • Fluid Touchpad: Swipe smoothly through dense streaming menus without ever looking down at your phone. • Numeric Keypad: Instantly punch in cable channels or system PIN codes. • Full Keyboard Input: No more painful letter-by-letter typing on your TV screen. Type passwords and search titles instantly using your iPhone keyboard. *INSTANT SHORTCUT CHANNELS Stop scrolling past dozens of menus just to open an app. Launch your favorite streaming networks directly from your iPhone screen with a single tap: • Netflix, YouTube, Prime Video, Hulu, Disney+, Max, Apple TV+, and more! *REINVENT YOUR REMOTE WITH PREMIUM STYLES Why settle for a boring black controller? Match your remote interface to your mood, your phone layout, or your interior decor: • Dynamic Remote Themes: Toggle between modern sleek, retro tactile, minimalist, or high-contrast neon controller plates. • Premium Backgrounds: Personalize your app’s workspace with beautiful dark-mode gradients, solid textures, or sleek abstract backdrops. *QUICK SETUP SETUP: 1. Connect your iPhone and your Smart TV to the exact same Wi-Fi network. 2. Open the app; it will automatically scan your local network. 3. Tap your TV brand from the list, confirm pairing on your TV screen if prompted, and enjoy clutter-free control! (Note: A local Wi-Fi connection is required for discovery and control. This app is not affiliated with Samsung, Roku, LG, Amazon, or any other television manufacturer trademark.) Premium Features: 3.99$ Weekly, 9.99$ Monthly, 49.99$ Yearly. Privacy Policy: https://universalalltvremote.blogspot.com/2026/05/privacy-policy.html Terms & Condition: https://universalalltvremote.blogspot.com/2026/05/terms-conditions.html EULA: https://universalalltvremote.blogspot.com/2026/05/end-user-license-agreement-eula-of-all.html

About

TV Remote Control | Universal

Transform your iPhone into a comprehensive smart TV remote. Control volume, channels, apps, and cast media to your television. Offers touchpad, keyboard input, and automatic device discovery for a seamless experience.

Highlights
  • Universal smart TV control
  • Wi-Fi connectivity
  • Touchpad and keyboard input
  • App launching and media casting
  • Automatic device discovery
  • Multiple TV support
Features
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Turn your iPhone into a smart and powerful TV remote. Universal TV Remote Control lets you control compatible Smart TVs over Wi-Fi. Adjust the volume, change channels, navigate with a touchpad or D-pad, type with your iPhone keyboard, launch TV apps, switch inputs, and cast photos and videos to the big screen. KEY FEATURES: • Automatic TV discovery and fast connection • Touchpad, D-pad, and number pad controls • Volume, channel, power, mute, home, and playback buttons • Keyboard input for faster TV searches • Quick access to supported TV apps • HDMI and input source selection • Photo and video casting • Multiple TV support • Automatic reconnection • Wake-on-LAN for supported TVs • Dark mode and haptic feedback SUPPORTED TVs AND PLATFORMS: • Samsung Smart TV • LG Smart TV and webOS • Roku TV and Roku devices • Android TV and Google TV • Amazon Fire TV • Vizio SmartCast • Hisense Smart TV • Sony Smart TV • Philips Smart TV • Other compatible Wi-Fi-enabled televisions Your iPhone and TV usually need to be connected to the same Wi-Fi network. Some TVs may require a one-time confirmation or pairing code. Available controls, casting features, app launching, and power-on support may vary depending on the TV brand, model, operating system, and network settings. Universal TV Remote Control is an independent application and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by any television manufacturer or platform. Premium: To receive full access to TV Remote Control Universal features, you will need to subscribe to Premium. Subscription Information: – Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase (After free trial period if offered). – Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. – Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal. – Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user’s Account Settings after purchase. – Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable. This app is not affiliated with or endorsed by Samsung, Roku, or any other TV brands listed above. Privacy : https://mlnapps.github.io/privacy.html Terms. : https://mlnapps.github.io/terms.html

Screenshots

TV Remote, Universal Control4 screens
TV Remote Control | Universal4 screens

Verdict

The call

TV Remote, Universal Control and TV Remote Control | Universal are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. TV Remote, Universal Control sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days and TV Remote Control | Universal sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
TV Remote, Universal Control versus TV Remote Control | Universal: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTV Remote, Universal ControlTV Remote Control | Universal
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.6 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size57 MB15 MB
Age rating+44+
DeveloperBrijesh KananiMehmet Alan

In-app purchases

3 purchases

TV Remote, Universal Control

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly$3.997 Days
  • Monthly$9.991 Month
  • Yearly$49.991 Year
4 purchases

TV Remote Control | Universal

Subscriptions4
  • Weekly Plan - TV Remote Control$1.997 Days
  • Weekly Plan - TV Remote Control3 Days trial$1.997 Days
  • Yearly Plan Welcome$9.991 Year
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  • Yearly Plan$14.991 Year

Questions

Is TV Remote, Universal Control free?
TV Remote, Universal Control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is TV Remote Control | Universal free?
TV Remote Control | Universal is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do TV Remote, Universal Control or TV Remote Control | Universal have ads?
Neither TV Remote, Universal Control nor TV Remote Control | Universal shows ads.

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