# TV Remote・Universal vs Smart TV Remote

The clearest difference is ads: TV Remote・Universal at none against Smart TV Remote's shown. On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. TV Remote・Universal sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days and Smart TV Remote sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

TV Remote・Universal ships an update every 5 days, Smart TV Remote every 10 days. Both last shipped on October 25, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | TV Remote・Universal | Smart TV Remote |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | **[4.5 (11 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-tv-remote-anyremote/id6782768053/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | — | **11** |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 days** | Every 10 days |
| Monetization | — | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 19 MB | 71 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **16.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Viberzlab LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1890374171) | [Mian Ali Asjad](https://appshunter.io/developer/1847826344) |

## What reviewers say

### TV Remote・Universal

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remoteuniversal/id6782164987)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Subscription | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Yearly Subscription | $34.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Premium | $44.99 | one-time |


### Smart TV Remote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-tv-remote-anyremote/id6782768053)

Transform your smartphone into a universal remote for all your smart TVs and streaming devices. Control volume, channels, navigation, and even cast content to the big screen. It connects seamlessly over WiFi, offering a convenient alternative to physical remotes.

**Highlights:** Universal TV control, WiFi connectivity, Full button control, Touchpad navigation, Keyboard input, Voice control, Screen mirroring

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads - Weekly | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Remove Ads - Monthly | $3.99 | per month |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is TV Remote・Universal free?

TV Remote・Universal is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Smart TV Remote free?

Smart TV Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Do TV Remote・Universal or Smart TV Remote have ads?

Smart TV Remote shows ads; TV Remote・Universal does not.

### Which is updated more often, TV Remote・Universal or Smart TV Remote?

TV Remote・Universal ships an update every 5 days, and Smart TV Remote every 10 days. Most recently, TV Remote・Universal was updated on October 25, 2026 and Smart TV Remote on October 25, 2026.

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