# Remote, Mouse & Keyboard Pro vs TV Remote

The clearest difference is price: TV Remote at Free against Remote, Mouse & Keyboard Pro's $39.99. TV Remote also leads on ratings volume (58K vs 5.4K) and chart position (#172 vs unranked). Remote, Mouse & Keyboard Pro's advantage is review sentiment (92% vs 55%) and in-app purchases (none vs 3). On rating and update cadence there is nothing between them.

TV Remote is free to download; Remote, Mouse & Keyboard Pro costs $39.99 up front. TV Remote sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Remote, Mouse & Keyboard Pro asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Remote, Mouse & Keyboard Pro against 4.6 for TV Remote. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TV Remote has 58K ratings behind it against 5.4K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 92% of Remote, Mouse & Keyboard Pro's written reviews are positive against 55% of TV Remote's.

Remote, Mouse & Keyboard Pro ships an update every 6 days, TV Remote every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Remote, Mouse & Keyboard Pro | TV Remote |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $39.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | **[4.7 (5.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-mouse-and-keyboard-pro/id884153085/reviews)** | [4.6 (58K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-universal/id1670649189/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 5.4K | **58K** |
| Positive reviews | **92.4% of reviews** | 55.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 6 days | **Every 4 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#172** |
| Size | 134 MB | 62 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **15.1** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV, Apple Watch, Vision Pro** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Remote Sunrise LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/619088610) | [Zap Software Studio BV](https://appshunter.io/developer/1793745371) |

## What reviewers say

### Remote, Mouse & Keyboard Pro

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-mouse-and-keyboard-pro/id884153085)

Transform your iPhone or iPad into a universal remote, wireless mouse, and keyboard. Control Apple TV, Mac, Windows PCs, and other iPads seamlessly over Wi-Fi or Bluetooth. Automate tasks, launch apps, and manage your digital world with ease.

**Highlights:** Universal remote for Apple TV, Mac, Windows, iPad, Wireless mouse and keyboard functionality, Live screen view for remote computer interaction, Customizable control panels and shortcuts, Siri Shortcuts and timer automation, Secure Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connections

**Features:** Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Works great
- 🚀 Fantastic
- 🔒 Reliable
- 💡 Highly customizable
- 👍 Easy to use

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Connectivity issues
- 🐛 Occasional bugs
- 🔋 Drains battery
- 👎 Confusing interface

**Reported bugs**

- Freezes on startup
- Compatibility issues with newer OS versions
- Mouse pointer gets stuck

**Requested features**

- Add support for Linux/Unix
- Improve touch screen control
- Integrate with more third-party apps
- Enhance remote desktop functionality


### TV Remote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-universal/id1670649189)

**Currently charting:** #172 Top Free · Utilities, #196 Top Grossing · Utilities (US App Store)

Transform your smartphone into a universal remote control for your smart TV. This app supports a wide variety of popular TV brands, consolidating all your remotes into one convenient device. Enjoy a simplified TV-watching experience.

**Highlights:** Control smart TVs with phone, Supports wide range of brands, Eliminates multiple remotes, LG, Roku, Samsung, Sony, Philips support, Simplified TV experience

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Premium | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Premium | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Annual Premium | $19.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Works great
- 👍 Easy to use
- 💡 Useful when remote is lost
- 🔒 No ads or subscriptions
- 🚀 Quick connection to TV

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional connection issues
- 🐛 Compatibility problems with some TV models
- 🐛 Keyboard not working on some TVs
- 🐛 Disconnects frequently

**Reported bugs**

- App force closes when connecting to certain TVs
- Volume controls not working on some TVs
- Remote buttons not responding consistently

**Requested features**

- Add ability to turn TV on/off
- Improve keyboard functionality
- Expand TV brand compatibility
- Add option to save connected TV


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Remote, Mouse & Keyboard Pro free?

Remote, Mouse & Keyboard Pro costs $39.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is TV Remote free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Remote, Mouse & Keyboard Pro or TV Remote?

Remote, Mouse & Keyboard Pro is rated higher. Remote, Mouse & Keyboard Pro averages 4.7 out of 5 from 5.4K ratings, while TV Remote averages 4.6 from 58K ratings.

### Do Remote, Mouse & Keyboard Pro or TV Remote have ads?

TV Remote shows ads; Remote, Mouse & Keyboard Pro does not.

### Which is updated more often, Remote, Mouse & Keyboard Pro or TV Remote?

Remote, Mouse & Keyboard Pro ships an update every 6 days, and TV Remote every 4 days. Most recently, Remote, Mouse & Keyboard Pro was updated on September 23, 2026 and TV Remote on September 25, 2026.

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