Comparison

TV Remote Control vs Blackhole Button

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

Head to head
About

TV Remote Control

Transform your iPhone into a universal smart TV remote. Control your TV over Wi-Fi with full functionality, including casting, voice search, and app shortcuts. Offers a free version with an optional Pro upgrade for advanced features.

Highlights
  • Wi-Fi TV control
  • Full button functionality
  • Trackpad and air-mouse
  • Voice control and keyboard
  • One-tap app shortcuts
  • Cast photos and videos
  • Wake-on-LAN support
Features
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Your iPhone is now the only TV remote you need. Control your Smart TV over Wi-Fi — no extra hardware, no complicated setup. Just connect and you're in control. — FULL CONTROL, ZERO HASSLE — • Every button: power, volume, channels, D-pad, OK, back, home and more • Smooth trackpad & air-mouse — navigate like a laptop touchpad • Number pad, playback controls and one-tap app shortcuts — DO MORE THAN A REAL REMOTE — • Cast photos & videos from your phone straight to the big screen • Voice control & keyboard — search and type without the painful on-screen keyboard • Open Netflix, YouTube, Disney+, Prime Video and more in a single tap • Wake-on-LAN — turn your TV on right from your phone • Connect and switch between every TV in your home — WORKS WITH YOUR TV — Samsung (Tizen), LG (webOS), Roku, Hisense (VIDAA) and Philips — with more brands added regularly. Your phone and TV just need to be on the same Wi-Fi network. — FREE TO USE • PRO UNLOCKS EVERYTHING — Download and start controlling your TV for free. Upgrade to Pro for unlimited control, casting, trackpad, voice, keyboard, multiple TVs and every premium feature — with a 3-day free trial. Pro is offered as a weekly, monthly or yearly auto-renewable subscription, with a 3-day free trial on the weekly plan. Payment is charged to your Apple ID at confirmation of purchase. Your subscription renews automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel anytime in your App Store account settings. Terms of Use (EULA): https://remotetvglobal.com/terms Privacy Policy: https://remotetvglobal.com/home/privacy Got a request or a TV that isn't working? Reach out — we read every message.

About

Blackhole Button

Features
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**BlackButton Video Save** BlackButton Video Save is a smart media management app designed to help you save, organize, and access your favorite content with ease. Keep your videos, photos, and media files in one simple place while enjoying a clean, fast, and privacy-focused experience. With an intuitive interface and smart folders, BlackButton Video Save makes it easy to manage your saved content whenever you need it. **Key Features** * Save videos, photos, and media files easily * Organize your content with smart folders * Enjoy a clean and user-friendly interface * Quickly access your saved media * Use an AI-powered browser and intelligent assistant * Experience a secure and privacy-focused environment Whether you want to keep your favorite videos organized or manage your media files more efficiently, BlackButton Video Save gives you a simple, reliable, and easy-to-use solution in one place. Privacy Policy: https://telegra.ph/Privacy-Policy-07-05-143 Terms of Use: https://telegra.ph/Terms-and-Conditions-07-05-4

Screenshots

TV Remote Control4 screens
Blackhole Button3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Blackhole Button at none against TV Remote Control's 3. Blackhole Button also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 3 days vs every 3 weeks). On price, device support 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. TV Remote Control sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Blackhole Button asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TV Remote Control ships an update every 3 weeks, Blackhole Button every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
TV Remote Control versus Blackhole Button: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTV Remote ControlBlackhole Button
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 3 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.014.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size46 MB44 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperEmre AyarHakki berk Birazer

In-app purchases

3 purchases

TV Remote Control

Subscriptions3
  • One Week Subscription3 Days trial$5.997 Days
  • Monthly Subscription$9.991 Month
  • Yearly Subscription$49.991 Year
None

Blackhole Button

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is TV Remote Control free?
TV Remote Control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Blackhole Button free?
Blackhole Button is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do TV Remote Control or Blackhole Button have ads?
TV Remote Control shows ads; Blackhole Button does not.
Which is updated more often, TV Remote Control or Blackhole Button?
TV Remote Control ships an update every 3 weeks, and Blackhole Button every 3 days. Most recently, TV Remote Control was updated on November 7, 2026 and Blackhole Button on October 28, 2026.

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