# Remote Control Smart LG TV vs Universal Remote

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Universal Remote at 57% against Remote Control Smart LG TV's 12%. Universal Remote also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 4 months). Remote Control Smart LG TV's advantage is ratings volume (3.8K vs 317). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Remote Control Smart LG TV sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days and Universal Remote sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Universal Remote holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Remote Control Smart LG TV has 3.8K ratings behind it against 317, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 12% of Remote Control Smart LG TV's written reviews are positive against 57% of Universal Remote's.

Remote Control Smart LG TV ships an update every 4 months, Universal Remote fortnightly. Both last shipped on October 30, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Remote Control Smart LG TV | Universal Remote |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.2 (3.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-control-smart-lg-tv/id989846299/reviews) | **[4.5 (317 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-remote-tv-control/id6501984262/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **3.8K** | 317 |
| Positive reviews | 11.6% of reviews | **57.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 65 MB | 132 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **15.6** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Quanticapps Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/511757906) | [Controlla TV LTD.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1720330108) |

## What reviewers say

### Remote Control Smart LG TV

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-control-smart-lg-tv/id989846299)

Control your LG smart TV from your iPhone, iPad, or Apple Watch. Easily manage channels, volume, and launch apps with a touchpad and Siri shortcuts.

**Highlights:** Remote control for TV functions, Power ON/OFF (compatible models), Touchpad surface for navigation, Launch applications directly, Channel list and selection, Widget and Apple Watch support, Siri shortcuts

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Subscription | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Subscription | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Subscription | $8.99 | per 7 days |
| Yearly - Remote Control | $29.99 | per year |
| Remote Control - Yearly | $49.99 | per year |
| Premium Pack Smart TV | $7.99 | one-time |
| Customise Pack | $7.99 | one-time |
| Full Premium Pack | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Convenient remote control
- 👍 Responsive app
- 💡 Apple Watch integration
- 🚀 Effective TV control

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent disconnections
- 🔒 Privacy concerns
- 💰 Expensive premium features
- 🔋 Drains battery
- 📢 Excessive ads

**Reported bugs**

- Apple Watch app crashes on launch
- Frequent disconnection from TV
- Premium features not working as expected
- Unresponsive buttons and controls

**Requested features**

- Improve Apple Watch app functionality
- Add more TV control options
- Reduce ads for free version
- Improve reliability and stability


### Universal Remote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-remote-tv-control/id6501984262)

Transform your smartphone into a universal remote for any TV. Easily stream content, adjust volume, and navigate menus with a user-friendly interface. Connect via Wi-Fi for seamless control of smart TVs and access to popular streaming services.

**Highlights:** Control any TV via Wi-Fi, Stream Netflix, Prime, YouTube, Adjust volume and channels, Navigate smart TV menus, No infrared required, Auto-connect to TV, Connect to multiple TVs

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Week Plan | $8.99 | per 7 days |
| Week Plan | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Year Plan | $34.99 | per year |
| New Year Plan | $49.99 | per year |
| LifeTime Plan | $34.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Remote Control Smart LG TV free?

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

### Is Universal Remote free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Remote Control Smart LG TV or Universal Remote?

Universal Remote is rated higher. Remote Control Smart LG TV averages 4.2 out of 5 from 3.8K ratings, while Universal Remote averages 4.5 from 317 ratings.

### Do Remote Control Smart LG TV or Universal Remote have ads?

Remote Control Smart LG TV shows ads; Universal Remote does not.

### Which is updated more often, Remote Control Smart LG TV or Universal Remote?

Remote Control Smart LG TV ships an update every 4 months, and Universal Remote fortnightly. Most recently, Remote Control Smart LG TV was updated on October 30, 2026 and Universal Remote on October 30, 2026.

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