Comparison

LockMeBox vs Universal TV Remote

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

Head to head
About

LockMeBox

Features
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LockMeBox - the solution for modern key holding. You can choose wether to lock the box with a timer or lock with a password. Despite its compact and portable design it can store multiple keys. It features a rechargeable battery.

About

Universal TV Remote

Transform your iPhone into a universal remote for a wide range of smart TVs and streaming devices. Easily control playback, launch apps, and use your phone's keyboard for text input. Connects seamlessly over Wi-Fi without complex setup.

Highlights
  • Universal remote for smart TVs and streaming devices
  • Wi-Fi connectivity, no setup headaches
  • Launch apps like Netflix and YouTube
  • Use phone keyboard for text input
  • Control playback and power
  • Supports multiple TV brands and streaming boxes
Features
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Lost the remote again? Your iPhone is now the remote. A Decent Remote turns your phone into a fast, reliable remote control for your smart TV, streaming box or stick. Connect over Wi-Fi in seconds - no cables, no account, no setup headaches. ONE APP FOR EVERY SCREEN - Works with most smart TVs and streaming devices - Add all your TVs and streaming boxes and switch between them with a tap - Smart TVs, boxes and sticks are all supported EVERYTHING A REMOTE DOES - AND MORE - Full control: directional pad, swipe touchpad, volume, playback and power - Launch your streaming apps in one tap - Type with your phone keyboard instead of pecking letters with a D-pad - Power on your TV over Wi-Fi SET UP IN SECONDS Put your phone on the same Wi-Fi network as your TV, open the app, and it finds your TV automatically. A NOTE FROM KLAUS, THE DEVELOPER 1. No ads. I don't like ads interrupting you, so there are none in the app. 2. Try it first. The remote works free for your first 50 button presses - no account, no card. 3. After that, Premium keeps it unlocked. A year costs less than half of paying month by month. 4. Some remote apps charge more per week than this one costs per month. 5. Were you already using the app before Premium existed? You keep everything free, forever - my thank-you for being here early. 6. If you subscribe, thank you. Send me feedback from inside the app anytime and I'll keep improving it. Compatibility depends on your TV model and network. Your TV must be on the same Wi-Fi network as your phone. A Decent Remote is not affiliated with or endorsed by any TV manufacturer. All product names and brands are the property of their respective owners. Terms of Use: https://adecentremote.com/terms Privacy Policy: https://adecentremote.com/privacy

Screenshots

LockMeBox3 screens
Universal TV Remote4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Universal TV Remote at every 2 days against LockMeBox's weekly. Universal TV Remote also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.6). On price, ads and in-app purchases 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. LockMeBox sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $8.99 per year and Universal TV Remote sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

LockMeBox ships an update weekly, Universal TV Remote every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
LockMeBox versus Universal TV Remote: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLockMeBoxUniversal TV Remote
PriceFreeFree
Rating—3.0 (2 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—2 — better
Update frequencyWeeklyEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB35 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPhilipp Freiburgerklaus jakobsen

In-app purchases

1 purchases

LockMeBox

Subscriptions1
  • LockMeBox Pro (1 Year)14 Days trial$8.991 Year
3 purchases

Universal TV Remote

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly$3.991 Month
  • Yearly$12.991 Year
One-time1
  • One-Time Unlock$39.99

Questions

Is LockMeBox free?
LockMeBox is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Universal TV Remote free?
Universal TV Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do LockMeBox or Universal TV Remote have ads?
Neither LockMeBox nor Universal TV Remote shows ads.
Which is updated more often, LockMeBox or Universal TV Remote?
LockMeBox ships an update weekly, and Universal TV Remote every 2 days. Most recently, LockMeBox was updated on October 25, 2026 and Universal TV Remote on October 24, 2026.

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