NoRemote vs V Remote
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
NoRemote
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Turn your phone into a universal remote for every TV in your home. NoRemote connects over Wi-Fi and works with Samsung, LG, Roku, Fire TV, Vizio, Android TV, Google TV, Sony, TCL and Hisense — no extra hardware, no infrared, no cables. Open the app, tap your TV, and you are in control in seconds. THE REMOTE IS FREE — AND STAYS FREE • Automatic TV discovery on your Wi-Fi network • Full button remote: power, volume, channels, D-pad, OK, back, home • Switch inputs (HDMI, TV, AV) with a single tap • Type with your phone keyboard instead of hunting letters on screen • Launch your streaming apps straight from your phone • Every button press is free for your connected TV. Forever. WORKS WITH • Samsung Smart TV (2016 and newer, Tizen) • LG Smart TV (webOS) • Roku, TCL Roku TV and Hisense Roku TV • Amazon Fire TV and Fire TV Stick • Android TV and Google TV, including Sony • Vizio SmartCast PREMIUM • Cast photos and videos from your phone to the big screen • Live screen mirroring — share what you see, in real time • Save several TVs and switch between them instantly WHY YOU WILL KEEP IT Remote lost in the sofa? Batteries dead? Kids hid it again? Your phone is always within reach. Everything runs over your home Wi-Fi, so there is nothing to pair, plug in or point at the screen. HOW TO START Connect your phone and your TV to the same Wi-Fi network, open the app and pick your TV from the list. Some TVs ask you to confirm the connection once on screen — after that it simply works. --- NoRemote offers an optional subscription with a 3-day free trial. Payment is charged to your Apple Account at confirmation of purchase. The subscription renews automatically unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel your subscription in your Apple Account settings. Any unused portion of a free trial is forfeited when a subscription is purchased. Not affiliated with, endorsed by or sponsored by Samsung, LG, Roku, Amazon, Vizio, Sony, TCL, Hisense or Google. All trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Terms of Use: https://vesoftapps.com/terms Privacy Policy: https://vesoftapps.com/privacy
V Remote
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Control your TV from your iPhone or iPad with Universal TV Remote Control IQ. Quickly discover compatible TVs connected to the same Wi-Fi network and enjoy a simple, responsive remote designed for everyday use. KEY FEATURES • Automatically find compatible TVs on your local network • Connect manually using your TV’s IP address • Power, volume, channel and navigation controls • Playback, input, menu, guide and home controls • Switch between buttons, touchpad and keypad modes • Browse and launch supported TV apps • Cast photos and videos using AirPlay • Access screen mirroring for AirPlay-enabled displays • Clean interface optimized for iPhone and iPad SUPPORTED PLATFORMS Compatible with supported Roku, Samsung, LG webOS, Android TV and Google TV devices, including compatible models from Sony, TCL, Hisense and Philips. COMPATIBILITY Your iPhone or iPad and TV must be connected to the same Wi-Fi network. Available controls, installed apps, AirPlay and screen mirroring support may vary depending on the TV brand, model and operating system. UNLOCK PRO Upgrade to Pro for: • Unlimited remote control presses • Access to supported TV apps • Screen mirroring access • An ad-free experience Monthly and yearly subscription options are available. Subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current billing period. You can manage or cancel your subscription from your Apple Account settings. Previously purchased subscriptions can be restored inside the app. Universal TV Remote Control IQ is an independent application and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Roku, Samsung, LG, Google, Sony, TCL, Hisense or Philips. TERMS OF USE (EULA) https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: NoRemote at none against V Remote's shown. NoRemote also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs every 2 weeks) and iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17.0). On price, 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
Both are free to download. NoRemote sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days and V Remote sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
NoRemote ships an update every 4 days, V Remote every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | NoRemote | V Remote |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 4 days — better | Every 2 weeks |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 55 MB | 30 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | SIA Vesoft | Younes Lamdoun |
In-app purchases
NoRemote
- Weekly$5.997 Days
- Yearly3 Days trial$29.991 Year
V Remote
- Monthly Pro$3.991 Month
- Yearly Pro$19.991 Year









