Comparison

9Remote 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

9Remote

Features
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9Remote turns your iPhone into a simple universal TV remote for compatible smart TVs on the same Wi-Fi network. Find your TV, pair when needed, and control the big screen from a clean remote built for everyday use. Use 9Remote to: - Control compatible Smart TVs with a familiar remote layout - Navigate with buttons or touchpad gestures - Type searches, passwords and app text faster with your iPhone keyboard - Adjust volume, channels, media playback and power where supported - Open popular TV apps and shortcuts in fewer taps - Cast selected photos and videos to supported TVs and receivers - Reconnect to recently discovered TVs more quickly 9Remote is designed for many popular smart TV platforms, including Roku, LG webOS, Samsung, Sony Bravia, Android TV and Google TV devices. Fire TV and other TVs may work when they expose compatible local-network control services. Compatibility depends on your TV model, firmware, enabled network settings and local Wi-Fi conditions. Some buttons, keyboard input, app launch, power control or casting features may not be available on every device. Subscription Information Our app offers a premium subscription plan for advanced features. Payment will be charged to your iTunes account upon confirmation of purchase. Auto-renewal: Your subscription will automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage subscriptions: Subscriptions can be managed, and auto-renewal can be disabled in your account settings. Free trial: If a free trial is offered, any unused portion will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription. Enjoy uninterrupted access to all premium features by subscribing today! Disclaimer: This app is not affiliated with or endorsed by any specific TV brands. Privacy Policy: https://tv-9remote.web.app/privacy.html Terms of Use: https://tv-9remote.web.app/terms.html

About

TV Remote Control | Universal

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

9Remote4 screens
TV Remote Control | Universal4 screens

Verdict

The call

9Remote 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. 9Remote sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.49 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
9Remote versus TV Remote Control | Universal: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameter9RemoteTV Remote Control | Universal
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size61 MB15 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLe Hoang Thi NgocMehmet Alan

In-app purchases

2 purchases

9Remote

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly3 Days trial$1.497 Days
  • Yearly$24.991 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 9Remote free?
9Remote 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 9Remote or TV Remote Control | Universal have ads?
Neither 9Remote nor TV Remote Control | Universal shows ads.

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