Comparison

Remote Control for Samsung vs Remote Controller for TV

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

Head to head
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

About

Remote Controller for TV

Transform your smartphone into a powerful remote for your smart TV. Control channels, volume, navigate menus with a trackpad, and perform text searches directly from your device. Connects easily over Wi-Fi to compatible smart TV models.

Highlights
  • Smart TV remote control
  • Channel and volume management
  • Built-in trackpad navigation
  • Text search functionality
  • One-tap app launching
  • Automatic Wi-Fi connection
Features
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Remote Controller for TV gives you all the controls of a standard Roku Smart TV remote. Use Remote Controller for TV to manage & change channels, fast forward, rewind, skip back, adjust volume and much more. You can also navigate menus using the built-in trackpad or make text searches right with your phone’s keyboard. Connecting the app to your device is simple. Just ensure your iOS device and Roku TV are connected to the same Wi-Fi network and you’re good to go! Key Features: --------------------------------- • Connect automatically to Roku TVs on your Wi-Fi network • Access all Smart TV buttons for seamless control • Spacious Trackpad for easy menu and content navigation • Effortlessly manage & change TV channels • Launch popular platforms like Youtube, Netflix, Tubi, HBO, Prime Video, and more with a single tap • Make fast searches with text entry using your device's keyboard for channels such as Netflix or Youtube, or for searching on your Smart TV • Compatible with all TV models running Smart TV OS NEVER LOSE YOUR REMOTE AGAIN Constantly misplacing your TV remote? Remote Controller for TV acts as the original remote control, granting access to all your device's functionalities straight from your smartphone! SEAMLESS CONTROL With its straightforward design and intuitive interface, there's no clutter of buttons or intricate configurations. Use Remote Controller for TV just like you would a regular TV remote! CONNECT IN SECONDS With TCL Roku, setup is a breeze. Remote Controller for TV automatically detects and lets you connect to every Smart TV on your network with a tap! Note: Some apps like YouTube and Hulu+ utilize their own on-screen keyboards instead of the iOS keyboard. Remote Controller for TV is compatible with all Roku models including Roku 1, Roku 2, Roku 3, Streaming Stick, Express, Express+, Premiere, Premiere+, Ultra, Roku TV, TCL Roku TV, Sharp Roku TV, Hisense, Philips, Onn Roku TV & more. * Please note that Remote Controller for TV is not an official Roku product, and we are not affiliated with the Roku company. Privacy Policy https://loopmobile.io/privacy.html Terms of use https://loopmobile.io/tos.html

Screenshots

Remote Control for Samsung4 screens
Remote Controller for TV4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Remote Controller for TV at 4.5 against Remote Control for Samsung's 3.8. Remote Controller for TV also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (weekly vs every 2 months). Remote Control for Samsung's advantage is ratings volume (27K vs 676) and device support (4 vs 1). On price, review sentiment, 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. Remote Control for Samsung sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days and Remote Controller for TV sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Remote Controller for TV holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Remote Control for Samsung has 27K ratings behind it against 676, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 15% of Remote Control for Samsung's written reviews are positive against 11% of Remote Controller for TV's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Remote Control for Samsung ships an update every 2 months, Remote Controller for TV weekly. Both last shipped on September 25, 2026.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Remote Control for Samsung versus Remote Controller for TV: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRemote Control for SamsungRemote Controller for TV
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.8 (27K ratings)4.5 (676 ratings) — better
Positive reviews14.7% of reviews — better11.1% of reviews
Number of ratings27K — better676
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsWeekly — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch — betteriPhone
Requires iOS16.0 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size46 MB18 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperQuanticapps LtdLOOP MOBILE FZCO

Customer experience

Remote Control for Samsung

All ratings26,937 ratings
Positive68.8%
Neutral4.6%
Negative26.6%
Written reviews1,139 reviews
Positive14.7%
Neutral6.9%
Negative78.4%

Remote Controller for TV

All ratings676 ratings
Positive86.4%
Neutral3.7%
Negative9.9%
Written reviews9 reviews
Positive11.1%
Neutral0.0%
Negative88.9%

Bugs and requests

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

Remote Controller for TV

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

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
5 purchases

Remote Controller for TV

Subscriptions4
  • Premium$6.997 Days
  • Premium3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Premium3 Days trial$39.991 Year
Show 1 more
  • Premium$39.991 Year
One-time1
  • Premium$44.99

Questions

Is Remote Control for Samsung free?
Remote Control for Samsung is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Remote Controller for TV free?
Remote Controller for TV is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Remote Control for Samsung or Remote Controller for TV?
Remote Controller for TV is rated higher. Remote Control for Samsung averages 3.8 out of 5 from 27K ratings, while Remote Controller for TV averages 4.5 from 676 ratings.
Do Remote Control for Samsung or Remote Controller for TV have ads?
Remote Control for Samsung shows ads; Remote Controller for TV does not.
Which is updated more often, Remote Control for Samsung or Remote Controller for TV?
Remote Control for Samsung ships an update every 2 months, and Remote Controller for TV weekly. Most recently, Remote Control for Samsung was updated on September 25, 2026 and Remote Controller for TV on September 25, 2026.

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