Comparison

Guru Remote vs RemoteTV

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

Head to head
About

Guru Remote

Transform your iPhone into a smart TV remote. Control navigation, volume, playback, and use a touchpad and keyboard for supported LG webOS and Samsung Tizen TVs. Connect easily over Wi-Fi.

Highlights
  • D-pad and OK navigation
  • Volume, mute, and channel controls
  • Touchpad for pointer navigation
  • TV keyboard input
  • Save and auto-reconnect TVs
  • Light and dark appearance
Features
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Turn your iPhone into a simple, fast remote for your Smart TV. Guru Remote connects directly to supported LG webOS and Samsung Tizen TVs over your local network, giving you the controls you need without searching for the physical remote. KEY FEATURES • D-pad navigation and OK • Volume, mute, and channel controls • Home and Back navigation • Playback controls • Input and source controls • Touchpad for smooth pointer navigation • TV keyboard input where supported • Save your TVs for quick access • Automatic reconnection • Haptic feedback • Light and dark appearance EASY CONNECTION Guru Remote discovers compatible TVs on your local network and guides you through pairing. Your iPhone can connect over Wi-Fi while your TV can be connected by Wi-Fi or Ethernet. If automatic discovery isn't available on your network, you can connect to a supported TV manually using its IP address. COMPATIBILITY Guru Remote is designed for supported LG webOS and Samsung Tizen Smart TVs. Some controls and features may vary depending on your TV model, firmware version, installed TV apps, and network configuration. GURUREMOTE PRO Some advanced convenience and personalization features require GuruRemote Pro through an in-app purchase. Guru Remote is an independent application and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by LG Electronics or Samsung Electronics. Privacy Policy: https://guru-apps.com/privacy Terms of Use: https://guru-apps.com/gururemote-terms

About

RemoteTV

Features
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Turn your iPhone into the only remote your living room needs. Remote TV connects to your smart TV over Wi-Fi in seconds — no setup, no cables, no batteries to steal. WORKS WITH YOUR TV • Roku devices and Roku TV • Samsung smart TVs • LG smart TVs (webOS) • Sony BRAVIA TVs • Philips smart TVs • Android TV & Google TV — including TCL, Hisense, and Chromecast with Google TV EVERYTHING A REMOTE DOES — AND MORE • Full remote: D-pad, volume, channels, playback, and power • Swipe trackpad: navigate with gestures instead of arrow keys • Point-and-click pointer on LG TVs — use your phone like a mouse • Type with your iPhone keyboard instead of hunting letters on screen (on supported TVs) • Launch streaming apps on your TV and pin your favorites for one-tap access CAST PHOTOS & VIDEOS (PREMIUM) Beam your memories straight to the big screen. Pick photos or videos from your library and watch them on your TV — no cables, no extra hardware. BRAND REMOTES (PREMIUM) Unlock remotes designed for each TV brand, with the exact buttons and layout you know from the couch. BUILT TO JUST WORK • Finds TVs on your network automatically • Remembers your TVs and reconnects on its own • Buttons your TV can't handle are dimmed and explained — never a silent tap • Works on iPhone and iPad · Dark theme · Available in 17 languages REQUIREMENTS Your iPhone or iPad and your TV must be on the same Wi-Fi network. Your TV must support network remote control (available on most recent smart TVs; features vary by brand, model, and firmware). Infrared (IR) control is not supported. PREMIUM — ONE-TIME PURCHASE Brand remotes and photo & video casting are unlocked with Remote TV Premium, a one-time in-app purchase. No subscription, no recurring charges. Bought it on another device? Tap Restore Purchase. Terms of Use: https://phuongchii.netlify.app/terms Privacy Policy: https://phuongchii.netlify.app/policy A TV that won't connect, or a button you're missing? Tell us: goldencunningham255160@gmail.com Remote TV is an independent app, not affiliated with, endorsed, or sponsored by Roku, Samsung, LG, Sony, Philips, Google, TCL, or Hisense. All product names and trademarks are the property of their respective owners and are used solely to state compatibility. Read more about Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Guru Remote4 screens
RemoteTV4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Guru Remote at none against RemoteTV's shown. RemoteTV's advantage is iOS requirement (16.0 vs 26.0). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases 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. Guru Remote sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $12.99 per year and RemoteTV sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Guru Remote ships an update every 3 weeks, RemoteTV every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Guru Remote versus RemoteTV: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGuru RemoteRemoteTV
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 11 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS26.016.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size49 MB43 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGuruApps, LLCPhuong Chi Ngo

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Guru Remote

Subscriptions1
  • GuruRemote Pro Annual7 Days trial$12.991 Year
One-time1
  • GuruRemote Pro Lifetime$24.99
1 purchases

RemoteTV

One-time1
  • Control TV Lifetime$19.99

Questions

Is Guru Remote free?
Guru Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is RemoteTV free?
RemoteTV is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Guru Remote or RemoteTV have ads?
RemoteTV shows ads; Guru Remote does not.
Which is updated more often, Guru Remote or RemoteTV?
Guru Remote ships an update every 3 weeks, and RemoteTV every 11 days. Most recently, Guru Remote was updated on October 31, 2026 and RemoteTV on October 30, 2026.

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