Comparison

Guru Remote vs Smart Remote for TV

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 with supported LG webOS and Samsung Tizen TVs. Connects over Wi-Fi for seamless control.

Highlights
  • D-pad navigation
  • Volume and channel controls
  • Touchpad 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

Smart Remote for TV

Features
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Your phone is now the only TV remote you need. Control your Smart TV over Wi-Fi in a couple of taps — no batteries, no lost remotes, no digging between the sofa cushions. The app connects to your TV in seconds and puts every everyday button on your screen, plus a touchpad and a keyboard that make browsing and searching much faster than with a regular remote. WORKS WITH YOUR TV Compatible with the most popular Smart TV brands and streaming devices, including Samsung, LG, Sony, Philips, TCL, Roku TV and Fire TV. Just keep your phone and your TV on the same Wi-Fi network. WHAT YOU CAN DO • Quick connect — the app finds your TV automatically. No codes, no complicated setup. • All the essential buttons — power, volume, mute, channels, arrows, OK, home, back and playback. • Touchpad — swipe through menus and apps with smooth, precise gestures. • Keyboard — type searches, logins and passwords on your phone instead of picking letters one by one. • App shortcuts — open your favorite streaming and TV apps with a single tap. • Power button — turn your TV off (and on, where your TV supports it) even when the physical remote is missing. • Your layout — rearrange the buttons and keep the controls you use most within easy reach. PREMIUM Get the full experience with a Premium subscription: • No ads • Unlimited TVs and streaming devices — switch between the living room, bedroom and office in one tap • No session limits • Exclusive remote themes • Enhanced connection for quicker response and better range QUICK TIP If your TV doesn't appear, check that both devices are on the same Wi-Fi network and that control from mobile devices is allowed in your TV's network settings. SUBSCRIPTION DETAILS Payment is charged to your Apple Account when you confirm the purchase. The subscription renews automatically unless it is cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel it at any time in your App Store account settings. This app is an independent product and is not affiliated with, endorsed or sponsored by any TV manufacturer. All brand names and trademarks belong to their respective owners. Privacy Policy: https://kiol.app/privacy Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Guru Remote4 screens
Smart Remote for TV4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Smart Remote for TV at every 4 days against Guru Remote's every 3 weeks. Smart Remote for TV also leads on iOS requirement (16.0 vs 26.0). On price, ads, 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 Smart Remote for TV sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Guru Remote ships an update every 3 weeks, Smart Remote for TV every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Guru Remote versus Smart Remote for TV: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGuru RemoteSmart Remote for TV
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 4 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS26.016.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size45 MB67 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGuruApps, LLCKiol Apps LLC

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Guru Remote

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

Smart Remote for TV

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly trial3 Days trial$7.997 Days
  • Monthly trial3 Days trial$11.991 Month
  • Yearly$19.991 Year

Questions

Is Guru Remote free?
Guru Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Smart Remote for TV free?
Smart Remote for TV is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Guru Remote or Smart Remote for TV have ads?
Neither Guru Remote nor Smart Remote for TV shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Guru Remote or Smart Remote for TV?
Guru Remote ships an update every 3 weeks, and Smart Remote for TV every 4 days. Most recently, Guru Remote was updated on October 25, 2026 and Smart Remote for TV on October 29, 2026.

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