# Remote Control (TV) vs Universal TV Remote

The clearest difference is rating: Remote Control (TV) at 5.0 against Universal TV Remote's 4.3. Remote Control (TV) also leads on ads (none vs shown). Universal TV Remote's advantage is ratings volume (18 vs 1). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Remote Control (TV) sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and Universal TV Remote sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Remote Control (TV) holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Universal TV Remote has 18 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 0% and 0% positive.

Remote Control (TV) ships an update every 5 days, Universal TV Remote every 8 days. Both last shipped on November 6, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Remote Control (TV) | Universal TV Remote |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-control-tv/id6792488368/reviews)** | [4.3 (18 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-tv-remote-smart-tvs/id6804570501/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **18** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 days** | Every 8 days |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 56 MB | 19 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Tap Node S.A.L (Offshore)](https://appshunter.io/developer/1865453338) | [Rasheed Ullah Khan](https://appshunter.io/developer/6801136299) |

## What reviewers say

### Remote Control (TV)

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-control-tv/id6792488368)

Transform your smartphone into a universal TV remote control. Easily connect via Wi-Fi to manage volume, channels, navigation, apps, and playback on compatible smart TVs and media devices. Never lose your remote again.

**Highlights:** Universal TV remote control, Wi-Fi connectivity, Volume and channel control, Navigation and menu access, App launching, Text input via phone keyboard, Touchpad navigation

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remote Control PRO | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Remote Control PRO | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Remote Control PRO | $8.99 | per 7 days |
| Remote Control PRO | $19.99 | per year |
| Remote Control PRO | $19.99 | per year |
| Remote Control PRO | $29.99 | per year |
| Remote Control PRO | $39.99 | per year |
| Remote Control PRO | $49.99 | per year |
| Remote Control PRO | $59.99 | per year |
| Remote Control PRO | $59.99 | per year |


### Universal TV Remote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-tv-remote-smart-tvs/id6804570501)

Transform your iPhone into a universal remote for smart TVs and streaming devices. Control navigation, input text, and launch apps with a simple interface. Connects via Wi-Fi, no extra hardware needed.

**Highlights:** Universal remote control, Wi-Fi connectivity, Swipe touchpad navigation, On-screen keyboard, App quick-launch buttons, Supports 250+ brands

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| Lifetime | $34.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Remote Control (TV) free?

Remote Control (TV) is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Universal TV Remote free?

Universal TV Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Remote Control (TV) or Universal TV Remote?

Remote Control (TV) is rated higher. Remote Control (TV) averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Universal TV Remote averages 4.3 from 18 ratings.

### Do Remote Control (TV) or Universal TV Remote have ads?

Universal TV Remote shows ads; Remote Control (TV) does not.

### Which is updated more often, Remote Control (TV) or Universal TV Remote?

Remote Control (TV) ships an update every 5 days, and Universal TV Remote every 8 days. Most recently, Remote Control (TV) was updated on November 6, 2026 and Universal TV Remote on November 6, 2026.

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