Comparison

TV Remote vs V Remote

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

Head to head
About

TV Remote

Transform your iPhone and Apple Watch into a universal remote for your TV and smart devices. Effortlessly control channels, volume, and apps with a clean, intuitive interface designed for the whole family. Enjoy seamless control from anywhere in the room.

Highlights
  • Control TV and smart devices
  • iPhone and Apple Watch compatibility
  • Instant setup
  • Intuitive gestures
  • Customizable layout
  • Quick-access shortcuts
Features
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TV Remote: Smart Controller Turn your iPhone into a fast, powerful smart TV remote. Control Samsung, LG, Roku, Sony, VIZIO, Philips and Panasonic TVs over Wi-Fi — no IR blaster or extra hardware required. Lost your remote? No problem. Connect your iPhone and TV to the same Wi-Fi network, pair once, and control your TV with a beautiful remote designed to feel natural. **SMART TV REMOTE CONTROL** • Samsung Smart TV (Tizen, 2016+) • LG Smart TV (webOS) • Roku & TCL Roku TV • VIZIO SmartCast • Sony Bravia • Philips Smart TV • Panasonic Viera **A REMOTE THAT FEELS REAL** • Power, volume, channels, mute and navigation • Classic D-Pad or swipe touchpad • Haptic feedback and key click sounds • Hold buttons for fast repeating • Wake your TV from standby with Wake-on-LAN • Type on your TV using your iPhone keyboard **LAUNCH YOUR FAVORITE APPS** Open Netflix, YouTube, Prime Video, Disney+, Apple TV, Hulu, Max, Spotify, Plex and Peacock directly from your iPhone. **CAST PHOTOS & VIDEOS** Send photos and videos from your iPhone to your TV. Paste a YouTube link and play it on the big screen. **APPLE WATCH REMOTE** Control compatible TVs from your Apple Watch. Change volume, switch channels and navigate without reaching for your iPhone. **SIRI VOICE CONTROL** Use Siri to pause, play, mute, change volume and control your TV with your voice. **DESIGNED FOR EVERYONE** • 45 languages • Full right-to-left language support • 10 accent themes • VoiceOver support • No account required • No tracking • Zero data collection Your TV and iPhone must be connected to the same Wi-Fi network. Power-on functionality depends on your TV's settings, such as Samsung Power On with Mobile, LG Quick Start+, or Roku Fast TV Start. **PREMIUM** Your first session is free. Unlimited TV remote control requires a subscription. Choose weekly with a 3-day free trial or yearly. Payment is charged to your Apple ID account. Subscriptions automatically renew unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the current period ends. Manage or cancel your subscription anytime in Apple ID Settings. Privacy Policy: https://aitranslation.app/TVremote/privacy.html Terms of Use: https://aitranslation.app/TVremote/terms.html Need help pairing your TV? Contact us through Settings → Support.

About

V Remote

Features
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Control your TV from your iPhone or iPad with Universal TV Remote Control IQ. Quickly discover compatible TVs connected to the same Wi-Fi network and enjoy a simple, responsive remote designed for everyday use. KEY FEATURES • Automatically find compatible TVs on your local network • Connect manually using your TV’s IP address • Power, volume, channel and navigation controls • Playback, input, menu, guide and home controls • Switch between buttons, touchpad and keypad modes • Browse and launch supported TV apps • Cast photos and videos using AirPlay • Access screen mirroring for AirPlay-enabled displays • Clean interface optimized for iPhone and iPad SUPPORTED PLATFORMS Compatible with supported Roku, Samsung, LG webOS, Android TV and Google TV devices, including compatible models from Sony, TCL, Hisense and Philips. COMPATIBILITY Your iPhone or iPad and TV must be connected to the same Wi-Fi network. Available controls, installed apps, AirPlay and screen mirroring support may vary depending on the TV brand, model and operating system. UNLOCK PRO Upgrade to Pro for: • Unlimited remote control presses • Access to supported TV apps • Screen mirroring access • An ad-free experience Monthly and yearly subscription options are available. Subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current billing period. You can manage or cancel your subscription from your Apple Account settings. Previously purchased subscriptions can be restored inside the app. Universal TV Remote Control IQ is an independent application and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Roku, Samsung, LG, Google, Sony, TCL, Hisense or Philips. TERMS OF USE (EULA) https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

TV Remote4 screens
V Remote4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: TV Remote at none against V Remote's shown. On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and device support 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 sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and V Remote sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TV Remote ships an update every 10 days, V Remote every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on October 29, 2026.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
TV Remote versus V Remote: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTV RemoteV Remote
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 10 days — betterEvery 2 weeks
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.617.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size43 MB30 MB
Age rating+44+
Developeryousra britelYounes Lamdoun

In-app purchases

3 purchases

TV Remote

Subscriptions3
  • Tv Remote Exclusive Offer$4.997 Days
  • Tv Remote Premium3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • TV Remote Premium$29.991 Year
2 purchases

V Remote

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Pro$3.991 Month
  • Yearly Pro$19.991 Year

Questions

Is TV Remote free?
TV Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is V Remote free?
V Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do TV Remote or V Remote have ads?
V Remote shows ads; TV Remote does not.
Which is updated more often, TV Remote or V Remote?
TV Remote ships an update every 10 days, and V Remote every 2 weeks. Most recently, TV Remote was updated on October 29, 2026 and V Remote on October 29, 2026.

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