# Sam vs Remote for Android TV

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Remote for Android TV at 72% against Sam's 26%. Remote for Android TV also leads on rating (4.5 vs 4.2). Sam's advantage is ratings volume (116K vs 13K). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Sam sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Remote for Android TV sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 3 months. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Remote for Android TV holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Sam has 116K ratings behind it against 13K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 26% of Sam's written reviews are positive against 72% of Remote for Android TV's.

Sam ships an update every 2 weeks, Remote for Android TV monthly. Both last shipped on November 9, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Sam | Remote for Android TV |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.2 (116K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sam-tv-remote-for-samsung/id838579136/reviews) | **[4.5 (13K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-for-android-tv/id1668755298/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **116K** | 13K |
| Positive reviews | 25.6% of reviews | **72.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 67 MB | 114 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [yohan teixeira](https://appshunter.io/developer/488660484) | [Raghav Ahuja](https://appshunter.io/developer/1651077703) |

## What reviewers say

### Sam

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sam-tv-remote-for-samsung/id838579136)

Transform your iPhone into a virtual remote for your smart TV. Easily control channels, volume, menus, and media with a simple tap. It syncs automatically via Wi-Fi, eliminating the need for physical remotes and batteries.

**Highlights:** Virtual remote control, Channel switching, Volume adjustment, Menu navigation, Media management, Automatic Wi-Fi sync, No setup required

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium version | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium version | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium version | $14.99 | per month |
| Premium version | $29.99 | per year |
| Premium version | $29.99 | per year |
| removal of advertising | $3.99 | one-time |
| removal of advertising | $19.99 | one-time |
| Premium version | $34.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Works well when connected
- 👍 Easy to set up
- 👍 Convenient to use phone as remote

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔋 Frequent disconnection issues
- 📺 Can't turn TV on with app
- 💸 Expensive paid version
- 📢 Excessive ads in free version
- 🐛 Inconsistent functionality

**Reported bugs**

- Fails to connect to TV consistently
- Buttons stop working after a while
- Paid version loses ad-free functionality

**Requested features**

- Add option to turn TV on/off
- Improve stability and reliability
- Reduce frequency of ads in free version


### Remote for Android TV

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-for-android-tv/id1668755298)

Control your Android Smart TV with your phone or tablet. Features voice commands, a built-in keyboard for searches, and a touchpad for easy navigation. Quickly launch apps and manage volume directly from the application.

**Highlights:** Voice commands, Built-in keyboard for search, Touchpad control, Quick app launching, Volume information display, Physical remote emulation

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium access (3 Months) | $3.99 | per 3 months |
| Premium access (6 Months) | $5.99 | per 6 months |
| Premium access (12 Months) | $8.99 | per year |
| Premium access (Lifetime) | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Works great
- 👍 Easy to use
- 💡 Helpful when remote is lost
- 🚀 Connects easily
- 👍 Minimalistic and fast

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Connectivity issues
- 🐛 Buttons not working as expected
- 🐛 Compatibility problems with certain TVs
- 🐛 Crashes and glitches after updates
- 🐛 Requires constant reconnection

**Reported bugs**

- Keyboard not working for TV connection
- Volume control not functioning
- Inconsistent button responsiveness
- Frequent disconnections from TV

**Requested features**

- Add TV settings button
- Implement a true trackpad with scroll function
- Allow customization of shortcut buttons
- Add landscape orientation support for tablets
- Provide a one-time purchase option to remove ads


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Sam free?

Sam is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Remote for Android TV free?

Remote for Android TV is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Sam or Remote for Android TV?

Remote for Android TV is rated higher. Sam averages 4.2 out of 5 from 116K ratings, while Remote for Android TV averages 4.5 from 13K ratings.

### Do Sam or Remote for Android TV have ads?

Both Sam and Remote for Android TV show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Sam or Remote for Android TV?

Sam ships an update every 2 weeks, and Remote for Android TV monthly. Most recently, Sam was updated on November 9, 2026 and Remote for Android TV on November 9, 2026.

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