# Smartify vs Universal Remote TV Control ·

The clearest difference is rating: Universal Remote TV Control · at 4.7 against Smartify's 4.3. Universal Remote TV Control · also leads on chart position (#22 vs unranked) and review sentiment (38% vs 30%). Smartify's advantage is iOS requirement (14.0 vs 16.0). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Smartify sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and Universal Remote TV Control · sells 16 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Universal Remote TV Control · holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 111K and 144K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 30% of Smartify's written reviews are positive against 38% of Universal Remote TV Control ·'s.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on November 2, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Smartify | Universal Remote TV Control · |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (111K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smartify-lg-tv-remote/id991626968/reviews) | **[4.7 (144K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-remote-tv-control/id1581765635/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 111K | **144K** |
| Positive reviews | 29.8% of reviews | **37.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#22** |
| Size | 25 MB | 233 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [KRAFTWERK 9 LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1637070162) | [BEGAMOB GLOBAL LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1581766117) |

## What reviewers say

### Smartify

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smartify-lg-tv-remote/id991626968)

Control your LG Smart TV with your iPhone. This app offers a keyboard, touchpad, and channel list for easy navigation. Connect both devices to the same Wi-Fi for seamless control after a quick pairing.

**Highlights:** Keyboard input, Touchpad control, Channel list, Wi-Fi connectivity, WebOS and Netcast support, Playback controls

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Subscription | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Pro month version | $9.99 | per month |
| Pro year version | $19.99 | per year |
| Pro year version | $24.99 | per year |
| Version Pro \| Remote for LG TV | $19.99 | one-time |
| Remove ad | $19.99 | one-time |
| Touchpad and Keyboard | $19.99 | one-time |
| Channel list | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to install and use
- 🚀 Connects effortlessly
- 💡 Useful when remote is lost
- 🔒 Secure connection

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent disconnections
- ⏱️ Slow to connect/load
- 💰 Subscription model too expensive
- 🔍 Limited functionality in free version
- 📺 Cannot turn on TV when it's off

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes or freezes frequently
- Fails to detect TV or connect
- Subscription issues (unable to cancel, charges recurring)

**Requested features**

- Option to rearrange buttons on remote
- Ability to control multiple TVs with one account
- Improved stability and reliability


### Universal Remote TV Control ·

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-remote-tv-control/id1581765635)

**Currently charting:** #22 Top Grossing · Utilities, #43 Top Free · Utilities (US App Store)

Transform your phone into a universal TV remote. Effortlessly change channels, adjust volume, launch streaming apps, and cast media to your TV. Enjoy a seamless control experience without the hassle of physical remotes.

**Highlights:** Universal TV remote control, Volume and channel adjustment, Launch streaming apps, Cast photos and videos, Voice and keyboard search, Supports most smart TV brands

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (16)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock all features - Weekly | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| One Weekly | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| 75% off first week | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Unlock all features | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| TV Remote Control - 1 Week Pro | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| TV Remote Control - 1 Week Pro | $8.90 | per 7 days |
| TV Remote Premium - Month Pro | $9.49 | per month |
| TV Remote Control - 1 Week Pro | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| TV Remote Control - 1 Week Pro | $14.90 | per 7 days |
| Yearly Premium | $26.49 | per year |
| Yearly Access | $29.99 | per year |
| Premium Pack for RokuTV | $39.99 | per year |
| TV Remote Control - 1 Year Pro | $39.99 | per year |
| One Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Unlock all features for life | $29.99 | one-time |
| Unlock All Feature | $34.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Works well when remote is lost
- 👍 Convenient for families

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Requires paid subscription to use basic functions
- 🐛 Buggy, disconnects frequently
- 🤑 Expensive, more affordable to buy a new remote
- 🤯 Confusing, unclear about paid features

**Reported bugs**

- Subscription issues, unable to cancel
- Incompatible with certain TV models
- Buttons/functions not working as expected

**Requested features**

- Ability to turn TV on/off
- Support for more TV brands
- Ability to control volume without subscription


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Smartify free?

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

### Is Universal Remote TV Control · free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Smartify or Universal Remote TV Control ·?

Universal Remote TV Control · is rated higher. Smartify averages 4.3 out of 5 from 111K ratings, while Universal Remote TV Control · averages 4.7 from 144K ratings.

### Do Smartify or Universal Remote TV Control · have ads?

Both Smartify and Universal Remote TV Control · show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Smartify or Universal Remote TV Control ·?

Smartify ships an update every 3 weeks, and Universal Remote TV Control · every 3 weeks. Most recently, Smartify was updated on November 2, 2026 and Universal Remote TV Control · on November 2, 2026.

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