Universal TV Remote vs 5dM remote
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- Universal remote control
- Wi-Fi connectivity
- Swipe touchpad navigation
- On-screen keyboard
- App quick-launch buttons
- Supports 250+ brands
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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
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.
- LG TV WiFi control
- Customizable pause button
- Ad skipping functionality
- User-defined delay for pause
- Control over same WiFi network
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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!!
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Verdict
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
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.
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.
| Parameter | Universal TV Remote | 5dM remote |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free — better | $0.99 |
| Rating | 4.3 (18 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 18 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 8 days | — |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases — better | Paid |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 19 MB | 28 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Rasheed Ullah Khan | alexander vallejo |
Customer experience
Universal TV Remote
5dM remote
In-app purchases
Universal TV Remote
- Weekly$4.997 Days
- Yearly3 Days trial$29.991 Year
- Lifetime$34.99
5dM remote
No in-app purchases
Questions
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