Best Cable Remote Apps

246+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.3 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated October 2026

Out of 246+ cable remote apps on iOS, 20 are free and the rest sit in the paid tier. This page sorts them so you can compare both sides before you commit.

Compare top Cable Remote Apps (October 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Universal TV Remote Control・Universal TV Remote Control・Free4.8★ (84K)NoYesNov 2026
2Universal TV Remote ·Universal TV Remote ·Free4.6★ (95K)YesYesNov 2026
3Optimum TVOptimum TVFree4.6★ (26K)NoNoNov 2026
4Xfinity StreamXfinity StreamFree4.6★ (270K)YesNoNov 2026
5Viz - Smart TV remote controlViz - Smart TV remote controlFree4.6★ (45K)YesYesNov 2026
6Sam : tv remote for SamsungSam : tv remote for SamsungFree4.2★ (116K)YesYesNov 2026
7Unimote : smart TV remoteUnimote : smart TV remoteFree4.1★ (30K)YesYesNov 2026
8TV Remote: UniversalTV Remote: UniversalFree—NoYesJul 2026

Top Picks for Cable Remote

Universal TV Remote Control・#1

Universal TV Remote Control・ by toggle apps

Smart Things for TV & Stick
Editor's Choice
🔧 Utilities
4.8😞(84K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#27in Utilities
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Control your TV, streaming device, soundbar, and more from your smartphone. Offers a touchpad, D-pad, keyboard, and media controls for easy device management. Includes step-by-step guides and 24/7 support.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Fast connection and pairing
  • 👍 Easy to set up and use
  • 💡 Works with various TV models
  • 🙌 Helpful when remote is lost

Room to Improve

  • 💰 Expensive subscription required for basic features
  • 🔒 Concerns about privacy and data collection
  • 🐛 Inconsistent performance, random disconnections
  • 🙄 Aggressive upselling of premium version
Universal TV Remote ·#2

Universal TV Remote · by KRAFTWERK 9 LTD

Remote control for Smart TV
Strong Contender
🔧 Utilities
4.6😐(95K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#20in Utilities
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Control your smart TV with your phone. Navigate menus using a touchpad, and access advanced features like Wake-on-LAN. Supports a wide range of TV models and operating systems.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Works great
  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 💡 Useful when remote is lost
  • 🚀 Connects easily
  • 👍 Provides basic TV controls for free

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Connectivity issues
  • 💸 Paywall for advanced features
  • 📺 Doesn't work with all TV models
  • 📢 Excessive ads
  • 🔌 Requires TV remote for initial setup
4.6😞(26K ratings)
Free
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Stream live television, On Demand content, and Cloud DVR recordings from anywhere within your home. Enjoy your favorite shows and networks on the go with internet access. The app allows you to manage recordings and even restart select programs.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Convenient for watching on the go
  • 👍 Remote control functionality
  • 🚀 Works like a cable box on Apple TV

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Crashes and freezes frequently
  • 🔌 Inconsistent video quality and buffering issues
  • 🔍 Buggy and unintuitive interface
  • 🤖 Poor customer support
  • 🚫 Restricted to home network for live TV
  • 🔌 Unreliable internet speeds despite paying for high-end plan

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FAQ about Cable Remote

What are the best cable remote apps for iPhone?
Universal TV Remote Control・ tops our cable remote apps ranking as of October 2026, with a 4.8-star average from 84K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top cable remote apps we rank are free to download, including Universal TV Remote Control・ and Universal TV Remote ·.
Universal TV Remote Control・ has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of October 2026.
We track 246+ cable remote apps on the iOS App Store as of October 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.