Comparison

Remote TV vs Smart TV Remote

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

Head to head
About

Remote TV

Features
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Turn your iPhone into a smart TV remote for Samsung Tizen, LG webOS and Roku TVs on the same Wi-Fi network. REMOTE CONTROLS IN YOUR POCKET Control power, volume, channels, playback, navigation, home, back, mute and more from a clear remote designed for everyday use. NAVIGATE WITH A TOUCHPAD Swipe through menus and tap to select with natural gestures from your iPhone. TYPE FASTER Use your phone keyboard for TV search fields instead of entering text one letter at a time with an on-screen remote. LAUNCH TV APPS Open apps listed by compatible TVs with a single tap. Available apps and controls depend on your TV model and platform. QUICK WI-FI SETUP Remote TV searches for compatible TVs on your local network. Keep your iPhone and TV connected to the same Wi-Fi, then select your TV to begin. You can also add a TV by IP address when needed. TRY DEMO MODE No TV nearby? Explore the remote, touchpad, keyboard and app launcher using the built-in Demo TV. PRIVACY AND ACCESS - No account or sign-up required - No extra remote hardware required - Commands travel from your iPhone to your TV over your local Wi-Fi - Some TVs may ask you to approve the first connection on screen COMPATIBILITY Supports compatible Samsung Tizen, LG webOS and Roku TVs. Feature availability varies by model, firmware and TV settings. Roku devices may need to be added by IP if they are not discovered automatically. Remote TV is an independent app and is not affiliated with, endorsed by or sponsored by Samsung, LG, Roku or any other TV manufacturer. All trademarks belong to their respective owners. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://exo-pages.web.app/remotetv/privacy

About

Smart TV Remote

Transform your iPhone into a universal remote for all your smart TVs. Effortlessly control power, volume, channels, and access apps directly from your device. Enjoy a seamless experience with a touchpad, keyboard, and app launcher.

Highlights
  • Universal TV control
  • Wi-Fi connectivity
  • Touchpad navigation
  • On-screen keyboard
  • App launching
  • Save multiple TVs
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Turn your iPhone into the remote for every smart TV in the house. The app finds the TV on your Wi-Fi, pairs the way the TV asks, and gives you every key, a touchpad, a keyboard and your apps, all in one place that never ends up under the sofa. Works With the TVs People Actually Own Samsung, LG, Sony Bravia, Roku, Vizio, Philips, Panasonic, and the Android TV and Google TV sets made by TCL, Hisense, Xiaomi and many others. Each brand is spoken in its own language, so the keys respond the way the original remote does. Ready in a Minute Put the phone on the same Wi-Fi as the TV and open the app. The TV appears within seconds. The first time, the TV shows a code or asks for permission on its screen, once; after that the connection is automatic whenever you open the app. Every Key of the Remote Power, volume and mute, channels and numbers, inputs, arrows and OK, play and pause, home and back. The keys are laid out like a real remote, with haptic feedback on every press, and the phone's own volume buttons control the TV. Touchpad and Keyboard Swipe across the touchpad to move through menus and tap to select. On TVs with a pointer, the cursor follows your finger. When it is time to search, type on your phone's keyboard instead of hunting for letters on the screen one at a time. Your Apps in One Tap Netflix, YouTube, Disney+, Prime Video and everything else installed on the TV, opened straight from the phone. Keep your favorites at the top of the remote. Turn the TV On From the Couch Most recent smart TVs can be woken over the network. Once the app has paired with the TV, it can turn it on for you, even from standby, and it helps you switch the setting on when the TV needs it. Every TV in the House Living room, bedroom, kitchen: save each TV once and switch between them in a tap. Rename them, forget them, add a new one whenever you like. Private by Design There is no account and no server between you and your TV. The app talks to the TV directly over your home network. No ads, and no tracking of what you watch. Premium Finding and pairing your TVs is free. Premium unlocks the remote itself: every key, the touchpad, the keyboard and app launch. Choose a weekly or yearly subscription, or pay once with Lifetime. Prices are shown in the app before you buy. Subscriptions renew automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Payment is charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Manage or cancel anytime in your App Store account settings. This app is not affiliated with or endorsed by Samsung, LG, Sony, Roku, Vizio, Philips, Panasonic, Google or any other brand mentioned. Privacy Policy: https://tvremote.org/privacy Terms of Use: https://tvremote.org/terms

Screenshots

Remote TV4 screens
Smart TV Remote4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Remote TV at none against Smart TV Remote's 4. On price, update cadence, ads and device support 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 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Remote TV asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Remote TV ships an update every 2 weeks, Smart TV Remote every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
Remote TV versus Smart TV Remote: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRemote TVSmart TV Remote
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 8 days — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size60 MB74 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperKhanh Thong LeFlorea Media SRL

In-app purchases

None

Remote TV

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

Smart TV Remote

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Weekly7 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • Yearly3 Days trial$22.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime$34.99

Questions

Is Remote TV free?
Remote TV is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Smart TV Remote free?
Smart TV Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Remote TV or Smart TV Remote have ads?
Both Remote TV and Smart TV Remote show ads.
Which is updated more often, Remote TV or Smart TV Remote?
Remote TV ships an update every 2 weeks, and Smart TV Remote every 8 days. Most recently, Remote TV was updated on October 20, 2026 and Smart TV Remote on October 13, 2026.

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