Smart TV Remote vs AC Remote Control
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Smart TV Remote
Transform your iPhone into a universal remote for TVs, ACs, and more. Control devices via IR blaster, WiFi, or Bluetooth. Learn custom commands and create automated scenes for seamless device management.
- Universal device control
- IR blaster and WiFi support
- Smart TV integration
- Custom remote creation
- Scene automation
- Room organization
- Apple Watch companion
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Universal Remote is a smart remote control app that helps you control your TV, air conditioner, set-top box, projector, soundbar, fan and more from your iPhone — over Wi-Fi, with an IR blaster, or through your smart home. It supports 300+ brands with 14,000+ ready-made remotes, controls Wi-Fi air conditioners directly, and integrates with Apple Watch, Siri, widgets and the Lock Screen. Made for anyone who lost a remote, wants one app instead of a drawer full of remotes, or wants to control hotel and rental-home devices from their phone. WHAT YOU CAN DO • Replace a lost or broken remote in seconds — pick your device brand and a ready-made remote appears, no programming • Control your smart TV with no extra hardware — Samsung, LG webOS, Sony Bravia, Roku, Fire TV, Chromecast, Google TV and Apple TV connect over your Wi-Fi network • Control your air conditioner from the couch — IR ACs work through a blaster; Midea, Daikin, GREE and TCL Wi-Fi ACs connect directly with no blaster at all • Run whole scenes with one tap — "Movie Night" can turn on the TV, switch input, and set the soundbar together • Control everything from your Apple Watch, the Lock Screen, widgets, or by asking Siri COMMON QUESTIONS Do I need to buy extra hardware? Not for smart TVs, streaming boxes, or Wi-Fi air conditioners — those connect over your home network. Classic IR-only devices (most ACs, older TVs, fans, projectors) need a small Wi-Fi-to-IR blaster such as Broadlink RM4/RM Mini, a Tuya/Smart Life IR hub, Global Caché iTach, or an ESP DIY blaster. iPhones have no built-in IR emitter. Which TV brands work? Samsung, LG, Sony, Roku, Hisense, TCL, Philips, Panasonic, Toshiba, Sharp and 300+ more. Smart TVs are controlled over Wi-Fi; any TV with a remote sensor is controlled by IR through a blaster. Can it control my air conditioner? Yes. The code database covers Daikin, Mitsubishi, Fujitsu, Carrier, Gree, Midea, Haier, Hitachi, Whirlpool, TCL and hundreds of regional AC brands with full state control — mode, temperature, fan speed and swing. Wi-Fi models from Midea, Daikin, GREE and TCL work with no IR hardware. What does it cost? Try the app with built-in demo remotes. Controlling your own devices needs Premium, which starts with a 3-day free trial before any charge. No ads. What if my device isn't listed? The code database updates automatically — new remotes arrive monthly without an app update. You can also learn codes from your original remote with a Broadlink blaster, or request your model in the app. THE DETAILS • 14,000+ ready-made remotes across 300+ brands: TVs, air conditioners, set-top boxes, projectors, soundbars, AV receivers, DVD players, fans, lights, air purifiers, robot vacuums and cameras • IR protocols: NEC, RC5, RC6, Sony SIRC, Kaseikyo, raw capture playback • Smart home: HomeKit air conditioners, Tuya, Xiaomi Mi Home, SwitchBot, Sensibo, Broadlink • Custom remotes: rearrange buttons, add macros, build a layout that matches how you actually use each device • Fully translated into 39 languages • No banner ads, no "watch an ad to unlock" — just the remote Questions or a device we should add? Email support@mobilealchemy.co — we add reader-requested models every month. SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION Universal Remote offers auto-renewable subscriptions for Premium access. Payment is charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. The subscription automatically renews unless you turn off auto-renew 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 in your Account Settings on the App Store after purchase. Terms of Use: https://universalremote.mobilealchemy.co/terms Privacy Policy: https://universalremote.mobilealchemy.co/privacy
AC Remote Control
Transform your phone into a universal remote for compatible air conditioners. Effortlessly adjust temperature, fan speed, and modes to maintain your ideal comfort level from anywhere. Save time and avoid the hassle of searching for physical remotes with this simple, intuitive app.
- Control compatible AC units from phone
- Adjust temperature and fan speed
- Switch cooling modes
- Power AC on/off remotely
- Simple and easy-to-use interface
- Fast and responsive controls
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Control your air conditioner right from your phone. AC Remote Control: Conditioner helps you manage compatible AC units quickly and conveniently using your mobile device. Adjust temperature, change fan speed, switch modes, and stay comfortable without searching for your physical remote. Designed with a clean and simple interface, the app makes everyday climate control easier at home, at work, or while traveling. Features: - Control compatible air conditioners from your phone - Change temperature settings instantly - Adjust fan speed and cooling modes - Power your AC on or off remotely - Simple and easy-to-use interface - Fast connection and responsive controls - Save time replacing lost remotes Whether you want to cool down your room before arriving home or quickly adjust settings from your couch, AC Remote Control: Conditioner gives you convenient control in one place. Some features may require compatible devices or network connections. We share anonymized app usage data with Apple solely to protect against refund fraud. For all refund policy details, consult our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. Contact us: thomasdavis1122gg@gmail.com Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1oAfOM5jrLHUsyMjPBSvMidWukUPkJVfxvwpB-pmQWxE/edit?tab=t.0 Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: AC Remote Control at 5.0 against Smart TV Remote's 4.5. AC Remote Control also leads on iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.0). Smart TV Remote's advantage is ratings volume (8 vs 1) and device support (4 vs 1). On price, update cadence, 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
Both are free to download. Smart TV Remote sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days and AC Remote Control sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
AC Remote Control holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Smart TV Remote has 8 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.
Smart TV Remote ships an update weekly, AC Remote Control every 9 days. Both last shipped on October 28, 2026.
| Parameter | Smart TV Remote | AC Remote Control |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.5 (8 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 8 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Weekly — better | Every 9 days |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | 16.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 33 MB | 197 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | MOBILE ALCHEMY LTD | Thomas Davis |
In-app purchases
Smart TV Remote
- Weekly3 Days trial$1.997 Days
- Monthly3 Days trial$3.991 Month
- Premium Weekly3 Days trial$6.997 Days
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- Premium Weekly3 Days trial$9.997 Days
- Premium Yearly3 Days trial$14.991 Year
- Yearly3 Days trial$19.991 Year
- Premium Yearly3 Days trial$39.991 Year
- Lifetime$49.99
AC Remote Control
- Weekly$6.997 Days
- Weekly Trial3 Days trial$6.997 Days
- Annual$29.991 Year
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