Comparison

Universal TV Remote Control‧ vs Remote Control (TV)

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

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About

Universal TV Remote Control‧

Features
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The remote that actually connects. Turn your iPhone into a universal remote for every smart TV — Samsung, Roku, LG, Sony, Fire TV, Android TV, Vizio, Hisense, Panasonic, Philips, TCL and more. It connects in seconds and never interrupts you with ads. WORKS WITH EVERY TV • Samsung • Roku • LG (webOS and older models) • Sony • Fire TV • Android TV & Google TV • Vizio SmartCast • Hisense • Panasonic • Philips • TCL CONNECTS IN SECONDS Your iPhone and TV just need the same Wi-Fi network. The app finds your TV automatically — no codes to type, no complicated setup. Fast, reliable pairing is the one thing most remote apps get wrong; it is the thing we obsessed over. FULL REMOTE Power, D-pad, OK, back, home, volume, mute, channels, number pad, media keys and input switching — everything your physical remote does, in a beautiful dark design that feels like a real remote. TYPE & SWIPE Searching with a TV remote is painful. Use your iPhone keyboard to type instantly, or glide on the touchpad to navigate menus faster than any D-pad. LAUNCH APPS INSTANTLY Jump straight into Netflix, YouTube, Disney+, Prime Video and the rest of your TV's apps with one tap. CAST TO THE BIG SCREEN Send photos and videos from your iPhone straight to your TV. HOME SCREEN WIDGETS Control your TV from the Home Screen without even opening the app. CLEAN & CALM No ad walls between you and your TV. No interruptions mid-press. Just a fast, quiet, beautifully crafted remote. PREMIUM Upgrade to Premium to unlock everything. Payment is charged to your Apple Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions renew automatically unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel anytime in your Apple Account settings. Any unused portion of a free trial is forfeited when you purchase a subscription. GOOD TO KNOW • Your TV and iPhone must be on the same Wi-Fi network. • Works with smart TVs; IR-only TVs are not supported (iPhone has no IR hardware). • This app is not affiliated with or endorsed by Roku, Samsung, LG, Amazon, Sony, Philips, Vizio, Panasonic, Google, TCL, Hisense or any other TV brand. All brand names are used solely to describe compatibility. Privacy Policy: https://dmfinity.com/remote-control/privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://dmfinity.com/remote-control/terms-of-use Support: https://dmfinity.com/contact-us/

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Remote Control (TV)

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Lost your remote? Turn your phone into a universal TV remote control in seconds. TV EVO is a universal TV remote control app for smart TVs and streaming devices. Connect over Wi-Fi and use your phone as a smart TV remote for volume, channels, navigation, apps, inputs, and playback. Your Remote, Always Within Reach Forget searching between couch cushions, replacing batteries, or juggling a different controller for every screen. The app puts responsive control on the phone already in your hand. Quick Wi-Fi Setup Connect your phone or tablet and television to the same Wi-Fi network, open TV EVO, and choose a compatible device. Confirm the request on the screen or enter a pairing code when required. The app scans the local network, remembers supported connection details, and helps the remote reconnect after pairing. Complete Remote Control Use a familiar universal remote layout with the commands you expect: - Turn power on or off when supported - Adjust volume and mute sound - Change channels or enter numbers directly - Open Home, go Back, access Settings, and navigate menus - Switch between TV, HDMI, and AV inputs - Play, pause, rewind, and fast-forward movies and shows Navigate, Type, and Search Faster Choose classic D-pad navigation or a smooth touchpad. Swipe to move, tap to select, and scroll where supported. On televisions with native pointer support, the touchpad moves the on-screen cursor. On other compatible models, gestures become directional commands for comfortable remote control. Entering text with a physical controller can be slow. Use your phone keyboard on supported TV platforms to search and type. Voice search is also available on compatible Android TV and Google TV devices. Open Apps with Fewer Steps Launch supported streaming apps from one screen. When a device provides its installed-app list, the app displays what is available there. On other platforms, app launching depends on the services exposed by the device. Made for Real Living Rooms - Clear buttons with haptic feedback - Controls adapted to the connected platform - Automatic reconnection when the device and network allow it - Easy switching between discovered screens - Built-in connection checks and guided troubleshooting If a screen disappears in standby, brand-aware instructions explain local-network permission, pairing, Network Standby, Remote Start, Quick Start, and Wake on LAN settings that can help keep compatible models reachable. One Universal TV Remote for Leading Brands Use TV EVO as a remote for Samsung, LG, Sony, TCL, Hisense, Vizio, Philips, Panasonic, Sharp, Toshiba, Xiaomi, and other compatible brands. Supported ecosystems include Samsung Tizen, LG webOS, Android TV, Google TV, Vizio SmartCast, Hisense VIDAA, Sony Bravia, Fire TV, Apple TV, and more. This broad compatibility provides a practical smart TV remote for different rooms and entertainment devices without keeping a separate remote control app for every platform. Compatibility and features vary by brand, model, firmware, region, network, and device settings. Your phone or tablet and controlled device must normally use the same Wi-Fi network. Some models require a pairing code or on-screen confirmation. Power-on, native touchpad, keyboard, voice search, input selection, and app launching may not be available everywhere. TV EVO is an independent remote control app and is not affiliated with or endorsed by any television or streaming-device manufacturer. All product names and trademarks belong to their respective owners. Some features require an active subscription. Available options are shown in the app before purchase. Privacy Policy: https://remoteforanytv.com/privacy Terms of Use: https://remoteforanytv.com/terms

Screenshots

Universal TV Remote Control‧4 screens
Remote Control (TV)4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Remote Control (TV) at none against Universal TV Remote Control‧'s shown. Remote Control (TV) also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17.0). On price 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. Universal TV Remote Control‧ sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.49 per 7 days and Remote Control (TV) sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard3 real differences · 3 level
Universal TV Remote Control‧ versus Remote Control (TV): the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterUniversal TV Remote Control‧Remote Control (TV)
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 3 days—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.015.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size21 MB55 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDMFINITY TEKNOLOJI ANONIM SIRKETITap Node S.A.L (Offshore)

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Universal TV Remote Control‧

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly Plan$3.497 Days
  • Monthly Plan$9.991 Month
  • Yearly Plan$44.991 Year
10 purchases

Remote Control (TV)

Subscriptions10
  • Remote Control PRO$2.997 Days
  • Remote Control PRO$5.997 Days
  • Remote Control PRO3 Days trial$8.997 Days
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  • Remote Control PRO$8.997 Days
  • Remote Control PRO3 Days trial$19.991 Year
  • Remote Control PRO$19.991 Year
  • Remote Control PRO3 Days trial$39.991 Year
  • Remote Control PRO$39.991 Year
  • Remote Control PRO3 Days trial$59.991 Year
  • Remote Control PRO$59.991 Year

Questions

Is Universal TV Remote Control‧ free?
Universal TV Remote Control‧ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Remote Control (TV) free?
Remote Control (TV) is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Universal TV Remote Control‧ or Remote Control (TV) have ads?
Universal TV Remote Control‧ shows ads; Remote Control (TV) does not.

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