# Unimote vs Android TV Remote Control

Unimote and Android TV Remote Control both sit at 4.1 stars, but that hides the real split: 89% of Android TV Remote Control's written reviews are positive against 18% of Unimote's. Android TV Remote Control also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 6 months) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15). Unimote's advantage is ratings volume (30K vs 71). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Unimote sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Android TV Remote Control sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 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 — 4.1 for Unimote against 4.2 for Android TV Remote Control. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Unimote has 30K ratings behind it against 71, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 18% of Unimote's written reviews are positive against 89% of Android TV Remote Control's.

Unimote ships an update every 6 months, Android TV Remote Control weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Unimote | Android TV Remote Control |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.1 (30K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/unimote-smart-tv-remote/id907119932/reviews) | **[4.2 (71 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/android-tv-remote-control/id6711348143/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **30K** | 71 |
| Positive reviews | 18.3% of reviews | **88.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 6 months | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 165 MB | 15 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [yohan teixeira](https://appshunter.io/developer/488660484) | [Codematics Services](https://appshunter.io/developer/1225541389) |

## What reviewers say

### Unimote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/unimote-smart-tv-remote/id907119932)

Transform your phone into a powerful TV remote. Connect to your smart TV over Wi-Fi for wireless control from anywhere in your home. Enjoy a user-friendly interface and seamless operation.

**Highlights:** Wi-Fi connectivity, Wireless operation, User-friendly interface, PIN code authentication, Subscription for premium features

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium version | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium version | $9.99 | per month |
| Premium mode | $24.99 | per year |
| Remove Ads | $16.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great for controlling TV
- 👍 Easy setup
- 💡 Useful as backup remote
- 🤖 Works well with Sony TVs

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔥 Excessive ads in free version
- 💰 Expensive subscription to remove ads
- 🔒 Paid version still has issues
- 🐛 Connectivity problems
- 🤯 Ads interrupt functionality

**Reported bugs**

- App fails to recognize TV
- Remote controls stop working after updates
- Paid version loses functionality over time

**Requested features**

- Add TV guide functionality
- Improve remote control responsiveness
- Provide keyboard support for smart TV apps
- Allow multiple device connections


### Android TV Remote Control

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/android-tv-remote-control/id6711348143)

Control your Android TV from your iPhone or iPad. Navigate menus, control volume, search with your voice, and use your phone as a touchpad. Quickly open apps and enjoy lag-free control.

**Highlights:** Seamless WiFi connectivity, Full remote control functions, Voice search capabilities, Keyboard input for searches, Touchpad functionality, One-click app opening

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Ad Free Version | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Ad Free Version | $9.99 | per month |
| Yearly Ad Free Version | $69.99 | per year |
| Remove Full Screen Ads | $49.99 | one-time |
| Ad Free Version | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to download and operate
- 👍 Saves time and works like a charm
- 👍 Perfect app for controlling Android TV functions
- 👍 Saves time and works better than physical remotes
- 👍 Fantastic features and smooth interface

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inutile
- 🐛 تبن

**Reported bugs**

- Rileva la tv, ci entri e cerchi di usarlo ma non funziona e nonostante tu provi a cliccare o muovere qualcosa non cambia nulla Lo sto usando per un proiettore con Google chromecast inserito
- تبن


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Unimote free?

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

### Is Android TV Remote Control free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Unimote or Android TV Remote Control?

Android TV Remote Control is rated higher. Unimote averages 4.1 out of 5 from 30K ratings, while Android TV Remote Control averages 4.2 from 71 ratings.

### Do Unimote or Android TV Remote Control have ads?

Both Unimote and Android TV Remote Control show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Unimote or Android TV Remote Control?

Unimote ships an update every 6 months, and Android TV Remote Control weekly. Most recently, Unimote was updated on September 25, 2026 and Android TV Remote Control on September 22, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*