Sam vs Tv Remote
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Sam
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.
- Virtual remote control
- Channel switching
- Volume adjustment
- Menu navigation
- Media management
- Automatic Wi-Fi sync
- No setup required
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SamRemote: Transforms your iPhone into a powerful, virtual remote for your smart TV. Our intuitive TV remote app streamlines your tv experience, allowing you to easily control your TV with all the features of the original remote control. With a simple tap, switch channels, adjust volume, navigate through menus, and manage your media - all from your iPhone or iPad. The best part? SamRemote requires zero setup. Simply launch the app and it automatically syncs with your Smart TV via your Wi-Fi. You're all set to take command of your TV Say goodbye to the days of losing your physical remote or scrambling to replace batteries. With Sam, your ultimate TV control is always in your pocket, ready whenever you are. Experience smart TV viewing as it should be - simplified and under your command. DISCLAIMER Sam is neither an official Samsung product, nor are we affiliated with the Samsung Electronics company. SUBSCRIPTION: We offer auto-renewing subscription: - Length: Yearly-Monthly-Weekly - Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase - You will be able to access the Premium features of the app for the duration of the subscription - Subscription automatically renews for the same price and duration period as the original period unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period - The account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period at the cost of the chosen package. - Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's iTunes Account Settings after purchase - No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during the active subscription period - You may cancel a subscription during its free trial period via the subscription setting through your Apple account. This must be done 24 hours before the end of the subscription period to avoid being charged. Please visit https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT202039 for more information on how to proceed. - You may turn off the auto-renewal of your subscription via your Apple Account Settings. However, you are not able to cancel the current subscription during its active period - Any unused portion of a free-trial period will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription. Privacy Policy : http://nstx.io/SamRemote/samremote_policy.html Terms of Use : http://nstx.io/SamRemote/samremote-terms.html
Tv Remote
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Turn your smartphone into a universal remote control for your TV! No more searching for your lost remote, this app provides full functionality with a user-friendly interface. Control every aspect of your TV, from changing channels to adjusting volume, navigating apps, and managing playback with ease. Key Features: * Complete TV Control – Adjust volume, change channels, mute, and power on/off. * Smart Navigation – Use a touchpad, number pad, and joystick for smooth control. * Playback Controls – Play, pause, rewind, fast forward, next/previous for music & videos. * Launch & Control TV Apps – Open apps like YouTube, Netflix, Prime Video, and more. * Easy & Fast Connectivity – Connect instantly with Smart TVs over WiFi. * No Setup Required – Just connect your phone and TV to the same network. Say goodbye to multiple remotes, download the TV Remote Control App now and enjoy seamless control!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Tv Remote at every 4 days against Sam's every 2 weeks. Tv Remote also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16). 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
Both are free to download. Sam sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Tv Remote sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Sam ships an update every 2 weeks, Tv Remote every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and October 19, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Sam | Tv Remote |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.2 (116K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 25.6% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 116K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | Every 4 days — better |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 16 | 12.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 67 MB | 45 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | yohan teixeira | AMARDEEP DHILLON |
Bugs and requests
Sam
Reported bugs
3 issues- Fails to connect to TV consistently
- Buttons stop working after a while
- Paid version loses ad-free functionality
Requested features
3 requests- Add option to turn TV on/off
- Improve stability and reliability
- Reduce frequency of ads in free version
Tv Remote
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Sam
- Premium version3 Days trial$4.997 Days
- Premium version$7.997 Days
- Premium version$14.991 Month
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- Premium version3 Days trial$29.991 Year
- Premium version$29.991 Year
- removal of advertising$3.99
- removal of advertising$19.99
- Premium version$34.99
Tv Remote
- Remove all ads$1.99
Questions
Is Sam free?
Is Tv Remote free?
Do Sam or Tv Remote have ads?
Which is updated more often, Sam or Tv Remote?
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