Comparison

Smart TV Remote vs Universal Remote + TV Control

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

Head to head
About

Smart TV Remote

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
Read full description

Smart TV Remote - AnyRemote turns your phone into a universal TV remote for Samsung, Roku, TCL, Fire TV, LG, Sony and more. Connect over the same WiFi network and control your Smart TV in seconds. AnyRemote is free to use and works with all TV brands from a single app. Works With All Your Smart TVs & Streaming Devices Smart TV Remote is compatible with all major TV brands, including Samsung, Roku, TCL, Google TV, LG (webOS), Sony Bravia, Hisense, Vizio, Philips and more. Whatever brand of Smart TV you own, you can control it right from your phone over WiFi. This universal TV remote also works with popular TV boxes, sticks and streaming devices such as Fire TV Stick, Chromecast with Google TV, Roku streaming sticks and other set-top boxes. Whatever you use to watch, you can control it from a single app. Key Features • Full Button Control – Volume, channels, mute and all the essential buttons of your original remote. • Turn TV On/Off – Power your Smart TV on and off instantly from your phone. • D-Pad Navigation – Move through TV menus and apps quickly with a responsive directional pad. • Smooth Touchpad – A highly responsive touchpad that makes navigation effortless and even lets you play games on your TV with ease. • Playback Controls – Play, pause, rewind and fast-forward your content with ease. • Keyboard Input – Type search terms and logins from your phone instead of the TV on-screen keyboard. • Voice Control – Search and command your TV using your voice for a faster, hands-free experience. • App Launch Buttons – Open your favorite TV apps instantly with a single tap. • Cast Photos & Videos – Share photos and videos from your phone to the big screen. • Screen Mirroring – Mirror your phone's screen on your TV to enjoy content on a bigger display. How It Works 1. Connect your phone and your Smart TV to the same WiFi network. 2. Open the app and tap to scan for available devices nearby. 3. Select your TV or streaming device from the list. 4. Allow the connection on your TV screen if prompted. 5. Start controlling your TV instantly — it's that simple. Download Smart TV Remote - AnyRemote today and turn your phone into a free universal remote for all your TVs and streaming devices. Whether you've lost your original remote or just want one app to control everything, AnyRemote makes it simple, fast and reliable. Get started for free and take control of your Smart TV from anywhere in the room. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Universal Remote + TV Control

Transform your smartphone into a comprehensive smart TV remote. This app automatically detects compatible devices on your network, offering seamless control over channels, volume, and smart TV apps. Navigate with a virtual touchpad and keyboard for an effortless entertainment experience.

Highlights
  • Smartphone to TV remote conversion
  • Automatic device detection
  • One-tap pairing
  • Virtual touchpad navigation
  • Digital keyboard input
  • Control smart TV apps
Features
Read full description

Tired of juggling multiple plastic remotes or constantly searching for a misplaced controller between the couch cushions? Turn your smartphone into the ultimate smart tv remote control center with Universal TV Remote Control +. This powerful, all-in-one television control application seamlessly converts your mobile device into a fast, highly responsive remote controller that eliminates clutter and dead batteries. The application automatically scans your local wireless internet network to locate compatible smart screens, streaming devices, and entertainment hubs the moment you open it. With fast one-tap pairing, you can connect instantly to your home devices without entering complicated setup codes, enjoying zero-lag performance whether you are changing channels, adjusting the volume, or navigating menus. This universal controller app goes far beyond basic volume and channel surfing by giving you comprehensive command over all the smart tv apps and streaming software built into your display. You can browse and launch your favorite digital streaming platforms, video networks, and media services directly from your telephone screen, skipping tedious on-screen scrolling entirely. It features an intuitive virtual touchpad for smooth swiping and absolute navigation precision, alongside a full digital keyboard input so you can effortlessly type in passwords and search for movie titles using your phone's native keyboard. Engineered to communicate seamlessly with a massive variety of screen manufacturers and models, it offers a clean, user-friendly smartphone remote interface designed to keep every essential button exactly where your thumb expects it. Getting started with your new digital television controller is completely effortless. Simply connect your smartphone and your media display to the same home wireless network, open Universal TV Remote Control +, and let the app scan for your device. Once you select your specific television model from the pairing list, you are ready to go. Download Universal TV Remote Control + today to experience the fastest, easiest, and most streamlined smart remote controller way to navigate your entire home entertainment ecosystem! Universal TV Remote Control + requires a subscription to use. Any subscription that is not cancelled 24 hours before of the current terms end will be subject to an auto renewal. Privacy Policy: https://www.eeaassyy.com/privacy Terms of Use: https://www.eeaassyy.com/terms

Screenshots

Smart TV Remote4 screens
Universal Remote + TV Control4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is monetization model: Smart TV Remote at free with in-app purchases against Universal Remote + TV Control's subscription. Universal Remote + TV Control's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (66 vs 11). On price, rating, update cadence and in-app purchases 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. Smart TV Remote sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days and Universal Remote + TV Control sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for Smart TV Remote against 4.4 for Universal Remote + TV Control. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Universal Remote + TV Control has 66 ratings behind it against 11, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Smart TV Remote ships an update every 10 days, Universal Remote + TV Control every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Smart TV Remote versus Universal Remote + TV Control: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSmart TV RemoteUniversal Remote + TV Control
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (11 ratings) — better4.4 (66 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1166 — better
Update frequencyEvery 10 daysEvery 5 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.016.0
Further details — not scored
Size71 MB51 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMian Ali AsjadEasy Peasy Dijital Hizmetler Anonim Sirketi

Customer experience

Smart TV Remote

All ratings11 ratings
Positive90.9%
Neutral0.0%
Negative9.1%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Universal Remote + TV Control

All ratings66 ratings
Positive87.9%
Neutral1.5%
Negative10.6%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Smart TV Remote

Subscriptions2
  • Remove Ads - Weekly$1.997 Days
  • Remove Ads - Monthly$3.991 Month
5 purchases

Universal Remote + TV Control

Subscriptions4
  • Tv Remote Pro Weekly3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • Tv Remote Pro Yearly$19.991 Year
  • TV Remote Pro Yearly3 Days trial$79.991 Year
Show 1 more
  • TV Remote Pro Monthly1 Month trial$79.991 Year
One-time1
  • Tv Remote Pro Lifetime$44.99

Questions

Is Smart TV Remote free?
Smart TV Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Universal Remote + TV Control free?
Universal Remote + TV Control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Smart TV Remote or Universal Remote + TV Control?
Smart TV Remote is rated higher. Smart TV Remote averages 4.5 out of 5 from 11 ratings, while Universal Remote + TV Control averages 4.4 from 66 ratings.
Do Smart TV Remote or Universal Remote + TV Control have ads?
Smart TV Remote shows ads; Universal Remote + TV Control does not.
Which is updated more often, Smart TV Remote or Universal Remote + TV Control?
Smart TV Remote ships an update every 10 days, and Universal Remote + TV Control every 5 days. Most recently, Smart TV Remote was updated on October 25, 2026 and Universal Remote + TV Control on October 31, 2026.

Other comparisons