Comparison

MAGic Remote TV remote control vs Remote Control for Samsung

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

Remote Control for Samsung

Control your smart TV with your iPhone, iPad, or Apple Watch. This app offers seamless navigation, channel changing, volume control, and even quick launching of favorite apps. It supports most smart TVs from 2015 onwards.

Highlights
  • Control TV with iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch
  • Turn TV on/off
  • Change channels and volume
  • Mute sound
  • Switch input sources
  • Access Smart TV features
  • Program favorite buttons
  • Siri Shortcuts
Features
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Tired of searching for the remote control that's always hiding somewhere in the house? We’ve got the solution! Remote TV Controller allows you to control your TV using your iPhone, iPad, or even your brand new Apple Watch. This app is thoughtfully designed with ergonomic features, making it the first app that lets you control your TV seamlessly through your Apple Watch. Supported Devices: Our app works with most Smart TVs from 2015 onward, including the latest N Series (2024). Key Features: - Compatibility with the majority of Smart TVs - Turn your TV on and off - Change channels - Adjust the volume (including using the iPhone side buttons and the Apple Watch crown) - Mute the sound - Switch input sources (HDMI, PC, AV, etc.) - Access Smart TV features - Program up to 4 favorite buttons - Enter channel numbers with a numeric keypad - Quick launch for apps like Netflix - Siri Shortcuts to control your TV with voice commands We’ve included all the most essential features for everyday use, and more will be added in future updates. If you enjoy the app, please leave us a review—your feedback is always appreciated. Disclaimer: This app is not an official Samsung application. We are not affiliated with Samsung Electronics in any way. Privacy Policy: https://quanticapps.com/remote-tv/privacy Terms of Use: https://quanticapps.com/remote-tv/terms

Screenshots

MAGic Remote TV remote control4 screens
Remote Control for Samsung4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Remote Control for Samsung at 3.8 against MAGic Remote TV remote control's 1.6. Remote Control for Samsung also leads on ratings volume (27K vs 28). MAGic Remote TV remote control's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (23% vs 15%). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model 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 and Remote Control for Samsung sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Remote Control for Samsung holds the better App Store score, 3.8 against 1.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Remote Control for Samsung has 27K ratings behind it against 28, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 23% of MAGic Remote TV remote control's written reviews are positive against 15% of Remote Control for Samsung's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MAGic Remote TV remote control ships an update monthly, Remote Control for Samsung every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 7, 2026 and September 27, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
MAGic Remote TV remote control versus Remote Control for Samsung: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMAGic Remote TV remote controlRemote Control for Samsung
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.6 (28 ratings)3.8 (27K ratings) — better
Positive reviews22.7% of reviews — better14.6% of reviews
Number of ratings2827K — better
Update frequencyMonthly — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size32 MB46 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperInfomirQuanticapps Ltd

Customer experience

MAGic Remote TV remote control

All ratings28 ratings
Positive14.3%
Neutral3.6%
Negative82.1%
Written reviews256 reviews
Positive22.7%
Neutral7.0%
Negative70.3%

Remote Control for Samsung

All ratings26,937 ratings
Positive68.8%
Neutral4.6%
Negative26.6%
Written reviews1,141 reviews
Positive14.6%
Neutral6.9%
Negative78.4%

User reviews

MAGic Remote TV remote control

From 28 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Works perfectly
  • 🚀 Quick setup and connection
  • 💡 Useful remote control features

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Frequent disconnections
  • 🔥 App crashes after updates
  • 👎 Missing key features like power button
  • ⌚ Slow response times

Remote Control for Samsung

From 27K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Works well
  • 💡 Useful remote control features
  • 👍 Convenient for lost remotes

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Frequent disconnections
  • 💰 Paywall for basic functionality
  • 📺 Compatibility issues with certain TVs
  • 🔍 Difficult to set up/connect
  • 📢 Excessive ads in free version

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

Remote Control for Samsung

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App crashes after updates
  • Inability to turn on TV without physical remote
  • Inconsistent performance after premium purchase

Requested features

4 requests
  • Landscape mode support
  • Keyboard functionality without premium
  • Improved Apple Watch integration
  • More customization options

In-app purchases

1 purchases

MAGic Remote TV remote control

One-time1
  • Remote Control Buttons$1.99
6 purchases

Remote Control for Samsung

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly Subscription3 Days trial$7.997 Days
  • Remote Control Yearly Discount1 Year trial$29.991 Year
  • Remote Control - Yearly3 Days trial$44.991 Year
One-time3
  • Premium Pack for Smart TV$8.99
  • Customise Pack$8.99
  • Full Premium Pack$49.99

Questions

Is MAGic Remote TV remote control free?
MAGic Remote TV remote control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Remote Control for Samsung free?
Remote Control for Samsung is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, MAGic Remote TV remote control or Remote Control for Samsung?
Remote Control for Samsung is rated higher. MAGic Remote TV remote control averages 1.6 out of 5 from 28 ratings, while Remote Control for Samsung averages 3.8 from 27K ratings.
Do MAGic Remote TV remote control or Remote Control for Samsung have ads?
Remote Control for Samsung shows ads; MAGic Remote TV remote control does not.
Which is updated more often, MAGic Remote TV remote control or Remote Control for Samsung?
MAGic Remote TV remote control ships an update monthly, and Remote Control for Samsung every 2 months. Most recently, MAGic Remote TV remote control was updated on September 7, 2026 and Remote Control for Samsung on September 27, 2026.

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