# Remotie vs Samsung Smart TV Remote Plus

Remotie and Samsung Smart TV Remote Plus both sit at 4.4 stars, but that hides the real split: 42% of Samsung Smart TV Remote Plus's written reviews are positive against 24% of Remotie's. Remotie's advantage is ratings volume (27K vs 6.1K) and iOS requirement (14.0 vs 17.6). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Remotie sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days and Samsung Smart TV Remote Plus sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.4 for Remotie against 4.5 for Samsung Smart TV Remote Plus. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 27K and 6.1K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 24% of Remotie's written reviews are positive against 42% of Samsung Smart TV Remote Plus's.

Remotie ships an update monthly, Samsung Smart TV Remote Plus every 2 months. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Remotie | Samsung Smart TV Remote Plus |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (27K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remotie-remote-for-samsung-tv/id895968863/reviews) | **[4.5 (6.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/samsung-smart-tv-remote-plus/id1473273518/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **27K** | 6.1K |
| Positive reviews | 24.5% of reviews | **42.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Monthly** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 64 MB | 81 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 17.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [KRAFTWERK 9 LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1637070162) | [MeisterApps BV](https://appshunter.io/developer/1473273517) |

## What reviewers say

### Remotie

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remotie-remote-for-samsung-tv/id895968863)

Control your Samsung Smart TV with your phone or tablet. Navigate menus, use a keyboard for text input, and manage playback. Offers a touchpad and keyboard for enhanced interaction, with premium features available via subscription.

**Highlights:** Full Samsung Smart TV remote control, Keyboard for text input, Large touchpad control, Automatic device connection, Playback and channel control

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Remote for Samsung | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| TV Remote - Week | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Remote for Samsung | $9.99 | per month |
| TV Remote - Month | $9.99 | per month |
| Premium Remote for Samsung | $19.99 | per year |
| TV Remote - Year | $34.99 | per year |
| Remove ad | $1.99 | one-time |
| Touchpad and text sync with voice input. | $2.99 | one-time |
| Channel list and program schedule. | $2.99 | one-time |
| Smart PRO Remote for Samsung | $3.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Works well when it does
- 👍 Useful when you lose the remote
- 🚀 Responsive and fast
- 👍 Convenient alternative to physical remote
- 👍 Great for controlling TV when remote is missing

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent disconnections and need to reconnect
- 🔒 Requires physical remote to approve app connection
- 💰 Paywall for advanced features
- 🔍 Ads disrupt user experience
- 🐛 Inconsistent performance and reliability

**Reported bugs**

- App freezes or crashes frequently
- Inability to control TV when it's off
- Touchpad controls are unresponsive
- Keyboard functionality not working as expected

**Requested features**

- Ability to turn on TV without physical remote
- Improved stability and persistent connections
- More customization options
- Streamlined user interface


### Samsung Smart TV Remote Plus

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/samsung-smart-tv-remote-plus/id1473273518)

Transform your iPhone or iPad into a powerful remote for your Samsung Smart TV. Navigate menus, control apps, and input text with ease using a touchpad and keyboard. Enjoy a faster, more convenient TV experience.

**Highlights:** Full remote functionality, Advanced keyboard and touchpad, Gesture control, App navigation, Web browsing control, Fast text input

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly: All Features | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Plan: All Features | $9.99 | per month |
| Annual Plan: All Features | $19.99 | per year |
| Pay Only Once: All Features | $39.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Works perfectly
- 👍 Easy to set up and use
- 🔒 No ads or in-app purchases
- 💡 Useful features like trackpad and keyboard
- 🚀 Seamless connectivity

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional disconnections and glitches
- 🔋 Can't turn TV on/off with app
- 💸 Expensive subscription for full features
- 🔥 Overly aggressive ads in free version

**Reported bugs**

- Can't find TV on network
- Volume and mute controls not working
- App crashes when trying to access certain features

**Requested features**

- Add ability to turn TV on/off
- Improve stability and reduce disconnections
- Offer a one-time purchase option instead of subscription


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Remotie free?

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

### Is Samsung Smart TV Remote Plus free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Remotie or Samsung Smart TV Remote Plus?

Samsung Smart TV Remote Plus is rated higher. Remotie averages 4.4 out of 5 from 27K ratings, while Samsung Smart TV Remote Plus averages 4.5 from 6.1K ratings.

### Do Remotie or Samsung Smart TV Remote Plus have ads?

Both Remotie and Samsung Smart TV Remote Plus show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Remotie or Samsung Smart TV Remote Plus?

Remotie ships an update monthly, and Samsung Smart TV Remote Plus every 2 months. Most recently, Remotie was updated on September 24, 2026 and Samsung Smart TV Remote Plus on September 24, 2026.

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