Comparison

Yr Tuner vs Universal TV Remote Control ‏

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

Head to head
About

Yr Tuner

This application provides two intuitive visual tuning methods for musicians. It displays the relationship between the played tone and the target note, allowing for immediate visual feedback on tuning accuracy without needing to read complex displays.

Highlights
  • Lissajous curve display
  • Strobe tuner visualization
  • Intuitive visual feedback
  • Simple and effective
  • No reading required
Features
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The Lissajous is simple: x - the tone being played y - the nearest tone to what you are playing. It plots x/y and you get the Lissajous. The second kind is more traditionally similar to a strobe tuner. It is more complex under the hood. Both are simple and effective. They are exactly the information you need at a glance without having to think about anything. You can see immediately whether or not you are getting closer or further from being in tune. You don't need to be able to read. You don't need to know how it works. Its as intuitive as it gets, you'll know right away once you use it without ever being told how to use it.

About

Universal TV Remote Control ‏

Transform your iPhone into a universal smart TV remote. Control power, volume, and navigation over Wi-Fi for major TV brands. Features fast text input and an intuitive interface, making it easy to manage your entertainment.

Highlights
  • Unified TV Control
  • Fast Text Input
  • Intuitive Navigation
  • Power & Volume Control
  • Smart TV Keyboard & D-Pad
  • Auto-detects major TV brands
Features
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Lost your remote control for TV under the couch cushions? Turn your iPhone into a universal Smart TV remote and get back in control before the opening credits finish. Dead batteries, a remote that vanished during moving day, or a new apartment with a TV brand you've never seen before—the physical remote always seems to fail at the worst moment. Universal TV Remote Control connects your iPhone to your Smart TV over your home Wi-Fi network, so you can manage power, volume, and navigation with a remote control for TV that fits right in your pocket. Universal TV Remote Control connects over Wi-Fi to Samsung (Tizen), LG (webOS), Roku TVs and players, Sony Bravia, and Smart TVs and streaming devices from Philips, TCL, Hisense, Sharp, Xiaomi, and Nvidia. With Universal TV Remote Control, you get: • Unified TV Control—manage power, volume, and channel switching across multiple TVs in different rooms from one iPhone. • Fast Text Input—use your smartphone keyboard to search for movies on Netflix or YouTube instead of typing with a directional pad. • Intuitive Navigation—move through complex Smart TV menus with an oversized D-Pad and a responsive center OK button, built for anyone who isn't especially tech-savvy. Everything you need from a remote control for TV app, built in: POWER & VOLUME CONTROL Stuck with a TV blasting at full volume and no remote in sight? Dedicated volume rockers and an instant power toggle send commands over your local network, so you can adjust audio or shut off the screen without leaving the couch. SMART TV KEYBOARD & D-PAD Typing a movie title with a physical remote control for TV takes forever—and it's even harder for anyone who struggles to read small remote buttons. Open the built-in keyboard to send full text strings directly to your TV's search bar. COMPATIBLE WITH MAJOR BRANDS Don't know what brand your TV is? Universal TV Remote Control auto-detects Smart TVs from Samsung, LG, Roku, Sony, TCL, and Hisense on the same Wi-Fi network—no manual setup or brand lookup required. Whether you just moved into a place with an unfamiliar TV or you're switching between rooms with different brands, one app handles them all. Turn your phone into a TV remote control in three simple steps: Connect your iPhone and Smart TV to the same Wi-Fi network. Open the app and select your TV from the auto-detected list. Start controlling volume, navigation, and streaming features right away. FAQ Q: Does this remote control for TV app work without an infrared (IR) blaster? A: Yes—it connects directly through your home Wi-Fi network, so no additional IR hardware or adapters are required. Q: Is Universal TV Remote Control a good option for someone who isn't comfortable with tech, or has trouble seeing small remote buttons? A: The oversized D-Pad and simplified controls are designed for exactly that—clear navigation without hunting for tiny buttons. Q: Which TVs and streaming devices does the app support? A: Samsung (Tizen), LG (webOS), Roku TVs and players, Sony Bravia, Panasonic Viera models up to 2017, and streaming devices from Sony, Philips, TCL, Hisense, Sharp, Xiaomi, and Nvidia Shield. Download Universal TV Remote Control today and turn your iPhone into the only TV controller your living room needs. Universal TV Remote Control is an independent app and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Samsung, LG, Roku, Sony, Panasonic, TCL, Hisense, Philips, Sharp, Xiaomi, or Nvidia. Privacy Policy: https://rawsthorn.io/projects/remotecontrol_ios/privacy/ Terms of Use: https://rawsthorn.io/projects/remotecontrol_ios/terms/

Screenshots

Yr Tuner4 screens
Universal TV Remote Control ‏4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Yr Tuner at none against Universal TV Remote Control ‏'s 2. Yr Tuner also leads on ads (none vs shown) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, rating, ratings volume 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. Universal TV Remote Control ‏ sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days. Yr Tuner asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Yr Tuner against 5.0 for Universal TV Remote Control ‏. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 1 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 5 level
Yr Tuner versus Universal TV Remote Control ‏: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterYr TunerUniversal TV Remote Control ‏
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings)
Number of ratings11
Update frequency—Every 8 days
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — betteriPhone
Requires iOS17.0 — better18
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB25 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJess HunterRAWSTHORN LTD

In-app purchases

None

Yr Tuner

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Universal TV Remote Control ‏

Subscriptions2
  • Unlock All Features3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Unlock All Features$29.991 Year

Questions

Is Yr Tuner free?
Yr Tuner is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Universal TV Remote Control ‏ free?
Universal TV Remote Control ‏ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Yr Tuner or Universal TV Remote Control ‏?
Yr Tuner and Universal TV Remote Control ‏ are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1 and 1 ratings respectively.
Do Yr Tuner or Universal TV Remote Control ‏ have ads?
Universal TV Remote Control ‏ shows ads; Yr Tuner does not.

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