# Smart TV Remote vs Universal Remote + TV Control

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.

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.

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.

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.

## The numbers

| Metric | Smart TV Remote | Universal Remote + TV Control |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (11 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-tv-remote-anyremote/id6782768053/reviews)** | [4.4 (66 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-remote-plus-tv-control/id6787995024/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 11 | **66** |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 10 days | **Every 5 days** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 71 MB | 51 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 16.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Mian Ali Asjad](https://appshunter.io/developer/1847826344) | [Easy Peasy Dijital Hizmetler Anonim Sirketi](https://appshunter.io/developer/1798447184) |

## What reviewers say

### 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 |


### Universal Remote + TV Control

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-remote-plus-tv-control/id6787995024)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Tv Remote Pro Weekly | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Tv Remote Pro Yearly | $19.99 | per year |
| TV Remote Pro Yearly | $79.99 | per year |
| TV Remote Pro Monthly | $79.99 | per year |
| Tv Remote Pro Lifetime | $44.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked 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.

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