Best Direct Remote Apps

242+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

3.9 avg rating
19 free apps
Updated November 2026

With an average user rating of 3.9โ˜…, the direct remote category is one of the App Store's strongest. Browse all 242+ apps we track, sorted so the most loved ones surface first.

Compare top Direct Remote Apps (November 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Direct Remote for DIRECTVDirect Remote for DIRECTV$0.993.8โ˜… (1.1K)NoNoNov 2026
2DIRECTV: TV & Movie StreamingDIRECTV: TV & Movie StreamingFree4.6โ˜… (631K)YesNoNov 2026
3Remote Control for DIRECTVRemote Control for DIRECTVFree1.8โ˜… (57)NoYesNov 2026
4Clicker: TV Remote, No AdsClicker: TV Remote, No AdsFree1.0โ˜… (1)NoNoNov 2026
5TV Remote, Universal ControlTV Remote, Universal ControlFreeโ€”NoYesOct 2026
6IR Remote Control-TV&AC RemoteIR Remote Control-TV&AC RemoteFree3.0โ˜… (2)YesNoNov 2026
7TV Remote ยท Smart TV ControlTV Remote ยท Smart TV ControlFree4.6โ˜… (147)YesYesNov 2026
8Direct TV Remote Control AppDirect TV Remote Control AppFree4.8โ˜… (4)NoYesNov 2026

Top Picks for Direct Remote

3.8๐Ÿ˜ž(1.1K ratings)
$0.99
#55in Utilities
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Control your DIRECTV receiver from your iPhone or iPad over Wi-Fi. Features voice control, gesture navigation, and quick access to favorite channels. Manage multiple receivers and enjoy program information from anywhere on your network.

What We Love

  • ๐Ÿ’ก Refund option
  • ๐Ÿš€ Works flawlessly
  • ๐Ÿ‘ Convenient remote replacement

Room to Improve

  • ๐Ÿ› Frequent crashes and freezes
  • ๐Ÿ› Doesn't work with newer/older systems
  • ๐Ÿ› Unreliable connection
  • ๐Ÿ› Lacks key features like volume control
  • ๐Ÿ› Confusing setup process
DIRECTV: TV & Movie Streaming#2

DIRECTV: TV & Movie Streaming by DIRECTV, Inc.

Live Sports, Shows & Channels
Strong Contender
๐ŸŽฌ Entertainment
4.6๐Ÿ˜(631K ratings)
FreeAds
#96in Entertainment
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Stream live TV, sports, movies, and On Demand content on your Apple devices. Enjoy free entertainment with over 160 channels or customize your lineup with affordable genre packs and traditional streaming packages. Record shows with unlimited Cloud DVR.

What We Love

  • ๐Ÿš€ Smooth streaming experience
  • ๐Ÿ“บ Good channel selection
  • ๐ŸŒ Ability to watch on multiple devices
  • ๐Ÿ’ฐ Good value for money

Room to Improve

  • ๐Ÿ› Frequent crashes and bugs
  • ๐Ÿ”‡ Audio sync issues
  • โฑ๏ธ Buffering and playback problems
  • ๐Ÿ” Unintuitive user interface
  • ๐Ÿ”’ Privacy and data concerns
  • ๐Ÿ’ฐ Frequent price increases

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FAQ about Direct Remote

What are the best direct remote apps for iPhone?
Direct Remote for DIRECTV tops our direct remote apps ranking as of November 2026, with a 3.8-star average from 1.1K App Store ratings, and it's priced at $0.99.
Yes โ€” 19 of the top direct remote apps we rank are free to download, including DIRECTV: TV & Movie Streaming and Remote Control for DIRECTV.
Direct Remote for DIRECTV has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of November 2026.
We track 242+ direct remote apps on the iOS App Store as of November 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.