Comparison

Universal TV Remote vs 5dM remote

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

Head to head
About

Universal TV Remote

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
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Lost your remote? Turn your iPhone into a fast, reliable universal remote for practically any TV or streaming device. WORKS WITH - Works with 250+ TV and device brands - Popular streaming boxes and streaming sticks - Any TV or device connected via Wi-Fi FEATURES - Swipe touchpad for smooth cursor and menu navigation - Full number pad, volume, channel and power controls - On-screen keyboard for fast text and search input - Quick-launch buttons for your favorite streaming and media apps - Works over Wi-Fi — no extra hardware required - Clean, simple interface built for one-handed use No physical remote, no batteries, no hassle. Connect your iPhone to the same Wi-Fi network as your TV and start controlling it in seconds. Have feedback or a device that isn't working? We're a small independent team and read every message. This app is an independent product and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by any television manufacturer, streaming device maker, or content service provider. All trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Privacy Policy: https://rasheedapps.blogspot.com/p/privacy-policy.html Terms of Use: https://rasheedapps.blogspot.com/p/terms-of-use.html

About

5dM remote

This application allows you to control your LG TV over WiFi. It features a unique 'IMPATIENCE' button that lets you pause live TV for a user-defined duration, perfect for skipping ads or taking breaks without missing content.

Highlights
  • LG TV WiFi control
  • Customizable pause button
  • Ad skipping functionality
  • User-defined delay for pause
  • Control over same WiFi network
Features
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This wifi remote app controls any LG TV located on the same wifi network. SPECIAL FEATURE: the IMPATIENCE button. Tired of sitting through minutes of ads, itching to get a drink or use the bathroom, but afraid that you may miss a critical plot reveal or news item upon the program returning? Well wait no longer!! The IMPATIENCE button is a a pause button, whose delay can be specified in units of seconds. Therefore, when a 2-minute ad pops up, simply press IMPATEINCE, enter "120", then head to the fridge to quench your thirst without the nagging clock in your head pressuring you to return to the couch. Or head to the toilet to poop in peace. The options are limitless!!

Screenshots

Universal TV Remote4 screens
5dM remote4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: 5dM remote at 100% against Universal TV Remote's 0%. 5dM remote also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.3) and in-app purchases (none vs 3). Universal TV Remote's advantage is price (Free vs $0.99) and ratings volume (18 vs 1). On device support and iOS requirement 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

Universal TV Remote is free to download; 5dM remote costs $0.99 up front. Universal TV Remote sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. 5dM remote asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

5dM remote 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 point the same way: 0% of Universal TV Remote's written reviews are positive against 100% of 5dM remote's.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Universal TV Remote versus 5dM remote: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterUniversal TV Remote5dM remote
PriceFree — better$0.99
Rating4.3 (18 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings18 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 8 days—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size19 MB28 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRasheed Ullah Khanalexander vallejo

Customer experience

Universal TV Remote

All ratings15 ratings
Positive86.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative13.3%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

5dM remote

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Universal TV Remote

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly$4.997 Days
  • Yearly3 Days trial$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime$34.99
None

5dM remote

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Universal TV Remote free?
Universal TV Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is 5dM remote free?
5dM remote costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Universal TV Remote or 5dM remote?
5dM remote is rated higher. Universal TV Remote averages 4.3 out of 5 from 18 ratings, while 5dM remote averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Universal TV Remote or 5dM remote have ads?
Universal TV Remote shows ads; 5dM remote does not.

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