Comparison

Universal TV Remote App || vs Barcode X

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

Head to head
About

Universal TV Remote App ||

Transform your smartphone into a smart remote for your TV. Easily control volume, channels, and apps with a modern, user-friendly interface. Keep a convenient remote in your pocket for home, office, or travel.

Highlights
  • Smartphone to smart remote conversion
  • Wi-Fi quick pairing
  • Volume, channel, and app control
  • Modern, simple interface
  • Replace all physical remotes
Features
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Turn your smartphone into a smart remote. No more lost remotes! Main Features: • Quick pairing with Wi-Fi • Volume, channel, and apps control • Modern interface with simple navigation Why You’ll Love It: • Replace all remotes with one smart app • Fast, stable, and convenient to use • Perfect for home, office, or travel • Always have a remote right in your pocket Subscription Details: • Yearly Plan: $9.99/year Payment will be charged to your iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours before the subscription ends. Manage or cancel your subscription anytime in iTunes Account settings. Any unused portion of a free trial will be forfeited when a subscription is purchased. Privacy Policy - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HTvwcD8-3iPe5iVAWpJyEgJiH06SXHJxoLVgWs1e0mc/edit?usp=sharing Terms of Use - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1TZ_2bkqfUtq_WWYG6dewLwpYDzVSYX2hZmJVIFaOvtY/edit?usp=sharing

About

Barcode X

Features
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Scan to Excel with Barcode X. Scan barcodes and QR codes, count items and export organized records to Excel (.xlsx) for inventory, stocktaking and everyday tasks. Create barcodes and QR codes individually or in batches. SCAN AND COUNT • Scan barcodes and QR codes with your camera or recognize codes in photos. • Scan continuously, handle repeated codes and keep track of quantities. • Filter scans by code type, starting character, format or length. SCAN TO EXCEL • Keep batch records in named files and search your history. • Export scan records to Excel (.xlsx) for inventory lists and spreadsheet workflows. • Import supported CSV and spreadsheet files. • Recover deleted records from the recycle bin. CREATE YOUR OWN CODES • Generate barcodes and QR codes individually or in batches. • Save generated images and review creation history. YOUR RECORDS STAY ON YOUR DEVICE Scan records and photos are stored locally. Export a backup before uninstalling, clearing app data or changing devices. Signing in synchronizes membership access, not scan records. OPTIONAL PREMIUM MEMBERSHIP Try the app with free usage limits. Premium unlocks export, batch generation and other premium features shown in the app. Choose a monthly or annual auto-renewable subscription. Membership can be used on up to 3 devices linked to the same account. Internet access is required for sign-in, purchases and membership verification. Payment is charged to your Apple Account at confirmation. Subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the current period ends. Manage or cancel in your App Store account settings. The purchase screen shows the price and billing period for your region. Privacy Policy: https://barcodex.app/privacy Terms of Use: https://barcodex.app/terms

Screenshots

Universal TV Remote App ||3 screens
Barcode X4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Barcode X at every 2 weeks against Universal TV Remote App ||'s every 3 months. Barcode X also leads on device support (3 vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and iOS requirement 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. Universal TV Remote App || sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $9.99 per year and Barcode X sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Universal TV Remote App || ships an update every 3 months, Barcode X every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and November 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
Universal TV Remote App || versus Barcode X: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterUniversal TV Remote App ||Barcode X
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (8 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings8 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.015.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size40 MB20 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperBilet Oleh健 王

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Universal TV Remote App ||

Subscriptions1
  • Universal TV Remote$9.991 Year
2 purchases

Barcode X

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly$2.991 Month
  • Annual$19.991 Year

Questions

Is Universal TV Remote App || free?
Universal TV Remote App || is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Barcode X free?
Barcode X is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Universal TV Remote App || or Barcode X have ads?
Neither Universal TV Remote App || nor Barcode X shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Universal TV Remote App || or Barcode X?
Universal TV Remote App || ships an update every 3 months, and Barcode X every 2 weeks. Most recently, Universal TV Remote App || was updated on November 5, 2026 and Barcode X on November 6, 2026.

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