Comparison

MAGic Remote TV remote control vs VW MY Control

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

Head to head
About

MAGic Remote TV remote control

Transform your iPhone into a powerful remote for your MAG series set-top box. Effortlessly change channels, adjust volume, and power your device on or off with a simple tap. No more searching for lost remotes.

Highlights
  • Control MAG series set-top boxes
  • Switch channels
  • Turn device ON/OFF
  • Adjust volume
  • Wi-Fi connectivity
  • Single tap control
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Fully control your set top box MAG series with MAGic TV remote control! You don't need to look for your remote control to switch channels, turn ON/OFF your STB, control volume, etc... Control your set-top box of MAG series by single tap on your iPhone. To begin, connect your STB and iOS device to the same Wi-Fi network. Ensure that the remote control option of your set-top box is turned on. (Setting->System settings->Remote control). Compatible with: MAG245 MAG245D MAG250 MAG254 MAG255 MAG260 MAG270 MAG275 MAG324 MAG420 MAG520 MAG540 Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

VW MY Control

Features
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VW Client Web is the official graphical interface for Videoworks systems, providing seamless control of your audiovisual and home automation system through a secure connection to your local network backend. Designed for phones and tablets, as well as for both yachts and residential installations, the app offers a fully customizable interface tailored to each project's specific requirements and the client's preferences, delivering an intuitive and consistent control experience. Features       • Control your entire AV and automation system from a single interface.       • Optimized for both phones and tablets.       • Connect quickly to your local Videoworks system.       • Customized layouts and controls for every installation.       • Free to download and easy to set up.       • Regular feature enhancements and interface improvements through ongoing updates. Whether you're on board your yacht or at home, VW Client Web gives you convenient access to your Videoworks control system with a modern, reliable, and user-friendly experience.

Screenshots

MAGic Remote TV remote control4 screens
VW MY Control3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: VW MY Control at none against MAGic Remote TV remote control's 1. MAGic Remote TV remote control's advantage is update cadence (monthly vs every 3 months) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.6). On price, 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. MAGic Remote TV remote control sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. VW MY Control asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MAGic Remote TV remote control ships an update monthly, VW MY Control every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
MAGic Remote TV remote control versus VW MY Control: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMAGic Remote TV remote controlVW MY Control
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.6 (28 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews22.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings28 — better—
Update frequencyMonthly — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size32 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperInfomirItworks srl

Bugs and requests

MAGic Remote TV remote control

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • App not compatible with latest iOS versions
  • Unable to enter password or connect device
  • Keyboard and text input not working
  • Inconsistent performance across devices

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add power on/off button
  • Improve search and keyboard functionality
  • Provide more remote layout options
  • Restore previous free version features

VW MY Control

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

MAGic Remote TV remote control

One-time1
  • Remote Control Buttons$1.99
None

VW MY Control

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is MAGic Remote TV remote control free?
MAGic Remote TV remote control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is VW MY Control free?
VW MY Control is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do MAGic Remote TV remote control or VW MY Control have ads?
Neither MAGic Remote TV remote control nor VW MY Control shows ads.
Which is updated more often, MAGic Remote TV remote control or VW MY Control?
MAGic Remote TV remote control ships an update monthly, and VW MY Control every 3 months. Most recently, MAGic Remote TV remote control was updated on October 7, 2026 and VW MY Control on October 11, 2026.

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