Comparison

Media Remote vs Universal Remote-TV Control

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

Head to head
About

Media Remote

Control your E-LEAD head unit from your iPhone. Adjust volume, change radio stations, and select music or videos to play, even from the back seat. Requires specific E-LEAD products and an iPhone personal hotspot.

Highlights
  • Connect to E-LEAD head units
  • Volume adjustment
  • Radio station control
  • Select songs and videos
  • Backseat control
Features
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Download Media Remote to your iPhone to connect to specific E-LEAD head units. This app supports volume adjustment, radio station control, etc. Choose songs, video and play them easily even you are in the backseat of vehicle. ** Support specific E-LEAD products ** How to use Media Remote: Turn on personal hotspot on your iPhone and connect E-LEAD head unit to it.

About

Universal Remote-TV Control

Transform your phone into a smart TV remote. Control volume, channels, and apps with a touchpad, keyboard, and quick access to streaming services. Customize the interface for a seamless viewing experience.

Highlights
  • Smart TV compatibility
  • Full remote functionality
  • Numpad and touchpad controls
  • Integrated keyboard
  • Quick access to TV apps
  • Customizable interface
Features
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Transform your iOS device into a comprehensive remote control with the Universal Remote-TV Control app. Designed for seamless integration with Smart TVs, this app offers an unparalleled level of convenience and functionality right at your fingertips. Key Features: - Smart TV Compatibility: Easily connect to a wide range of Smart TVs using your mobile device. Whether you're setting up for the first time or switching between different TVs, our app supports quick and effortless connections. - Full Remote Functionality: Replace your physical remote with a powerful interface on your device that includes all standard controls: volume adjustment, channel switching, power settings, and more. - Advanced Control Tools: - Numpad: Enter channel numbers and other inputs with a simple tap. - Touchpad: Navigate your TV's interface with the ease of a laptop touchpad. - Keyboard: Type effortlessly with a fully integrated keyboard, perfect for searching content or logging into apps. - Quick Access to TV Apps: Launch your favorite streaming services and apps directly from your mobile device—no need to scroll through TV menus. - Customizable Interface: Tailor the app's interface to match your most used functions and favorite features for quick access, ensuring a smoother TV viewing experience. - Efficient Design: Enjoy an intuitive design that makes it easy to control your TV without looking away from the screen, ensuring a user-friendly experience for all ages. Whether you're upgrading your home entertainment system or simply seeking a more convenient way to manage your viewing experience, Universal Remote-TV Control is your solution. Download today and take the first step towards a smarter, more connected living room. EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/uni-tv-remote-control/strona-g%C5%82%C3%B3wna

Screenshots

Media Remote2 screens
Universal Remote-TV Control4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Media Remote at none against Universal Remote-TV Control's 3. Media Remote also leads on rating (3.7 vs 3.3) and iOS requirement (7.1 vs 14.0). Universal Remote-TV Control's advantage is ratings volume (9 vs 3). On price, review sentiment, ads 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Universal Remote-TV Control sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Media Remote asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Media Remote holds the better App Store score, 3.7 against 3.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 9 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 0% and 0% positive.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Media Remote versus Universal Remote-TV Control: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMedia RemoteUniversal Remote-TV Control
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.7 (3 ratings) — better3.3 (9 ratings)
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings39 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS7.1 — better14.0
Further details — not scored
Size5 MB42 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperE-lead ElectronicsMartin Gerok

Customer experience

Media Remote

All ratings3 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Universal Remote-TV Control

All ratings8 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral12.5%
Negative37.5%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

None

Media Remote

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Universal Remote-TV Control

Subscriptions3
  • Universal Remote | Smart TV$5.997 Days
  • Universal Remote - TV Control$5.997 Days
  • Universal Remote - TV Control$9.991 Month

Questions

Is Media Remote free?
Media Remote is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Universal Remote-TV Control free?
Universal Remote-TV Control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Media Remote or Universal Remote-TV Control?
Media Remote is rated higher. Media Remote averages 3.7 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Universal Remote-TV Control averages 3.3 from 9 ratings.
Do Media Remote or Universal Remote-TV Control have ads?
Neither Media Remote nor Universal Remote-TV Control shows ads.

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