Comparison

Sam vs TV Remote For Android

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

Head to head
About

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.

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

About

TV Remote For Android

Control your smart TV from your iPhone or iPad. Navigate settings, change channels, adjust volume, and more. Connects seamlessly via Wi-Fi with auto-discovery for quick setup.

Highlights
  • Smart TV control
  • Channel switching
  • Volume adjustment
  • Wi-Fi connectivity
  • Auto-discovery setup
  • Power ON/OFF
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Control your Smart TV directly from your iPhone or iPad. This app allows you to easily navigate through TV settings, change channels, adjust volume, and perform other essential functions. With Wi-Fi support and auto-discovery, setup is quick and seamless, turning your device into a full-featured remote for your TV. • Easily switch channels with the TV remote control feature of the Remote app. • Enjoy quick access to play and pause your TV with just a tap. • Transform your smartphone into a full-featured remote controller, giving you complete control over your TV from your mobile device. • Manage your TV seamlessly with the remote control app, available directly on your phone. Connection & Compatibility: • Wi-Fi Connectivity: Easily connects through the same Wi-Fi network. • Automatic Discovery: Automatically detects your Smart TV for quick setup. Features Remote Control of TV: • Power ON / OFF. • Home • Volume Up. • Volume Down. • Channel Up. • Channel Down. • Search / Setting button. • Menu Button with up / down and left / right. • Red / Green / Blue / Yellow (Multiple purpose soft keys). • Channel Digits buttons. Subscription Details:- - Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. - Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. - Account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal. - No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during the active subscription period. - Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable For Further Information: Privacy Policy = https://sites.google.com/jksol.com/privacy?usp=sharing Terms of Use = https://sites.google.com/jksol.com/terms-of-use?usp=sharing

Screenshots

Sam4 screens
TV Remote For Android4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Sam at 4.2 against TV Remote For Android's 1.0. Sam also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 4 months) and review sentiment (26% vs 0%). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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

Both are free to download. Sam sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and TV Remote For Android sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Sam holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Sam has 116K ratings behind it against 1, 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 0% of TV Remote For Android's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Sam ships an update every 2 weeks, TV Remote For Android every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 22, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Sam versus TV Remote For Android: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSamTV Remote For Android
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (116K ratings) — better1.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews25.6% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings116K — better1
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 4 months
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS1615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size67 MB45 MB
Age rating4+17+
Developeryohan teixeiraJksol Infotech LLP

Customer experience

Sam

All ratings116,472 ratings
Positive79.5%
Neutral4.6%
Negative15.9%
Written reviews1,814 reviews
Positive25.6%
Neutral8.3%
Negative66.0%

TV Remote For Android

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

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 For Android

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

8 purchases

Sam

Subscriptions5
  • Premium version3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Premium version$7.997 Days
  • Premium version$14.991 Month
Show 2 more
  • Premium version3 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • Premium version$29.991 Year
One-time3
  • removal of advertising$3.99
  • removal of advertising$19.99
  • Premium version$34.99
3 purchases

TV Remote For Android

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly Premium Access$5.997 Days
  • Monthly Premium Access$9.991 Month
One-time1
  • Life Time Premium Access$27.99

Questions

Is Sam free?
Sam is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is TV Remote For Android free?
TV Remote For Android is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Sam or TV Remote For Android?
Sam is rated higher. Sam averages 4.2 out of 5 from 116K ratings, while TV Remote For Android averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Sam or TV Remote For Android have ads?
Both Sam and TV Remote For Android show ads.
Which is updated more often, Sam or TV Remote For Android?
Sam ships an update every 2 weeks, and TV Remote For Android every 4 months. Most recently, Sam was updated on October 22, 2026 and TV Remote For Android on September 25, 2026.

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