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246+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

3.8 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated July 2026

PowerDVD Remote App is the household name in free dvd player remote, but it's far from the only option. We track 246+ alternatives and competitors on iOS — many free, many higher-rated than you'd expect.

Compare top Free Dvd Player Remote Apps (July 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1PowerDVD Remote AppPowerDVD Remote AppFree2.5★ (44)NoNoMay 2026
2Universal Remote TV Control ·Universal Remote TV Control ·Free4.7★ (133K)YesYesAug 2026
3Remote control for SonyRemote control for SonyFree4.6★ (7.6K)NoYesAug 2026
4Remote for SamsungRemote for SamsungFree4.6★ (57K)NoYesAug 2026
5Any TV Universal RemoteAny TV Universal RemoteFree4.9★ (557)NoYesAug 2026
6Universal TV Remote ·Universal TV Remote ·Free4.6★ (86K)YesYesAug 2026
7VIZIO | WatchFree+VIZIO | WatchFree+Free4.5★ (65K)YesNoAug 2026
8Remote for Sony devicesRemote for Sony devicesFree3.7★ (22)YesYesAug 2026

Top Picks for Free Dvd Player Remote

PowerDVD Remote App#1

PowerDVD Remote App by CyberLink Corp.

Editor's Choice
🔧 Utilities
2.5😞(44 ratings)
Free
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Transform your mobile device into a wireless remote for your PC's media player. Control Blu-ray, DVD, video, music, and photo playback from your couch. Wirelessly stream and save content from your phone or tablet to your computer.

What We Love

  • 👍 Easy to set up and connect
  • 🖱️ Effective touchpad/mouse control functionality
  • 📱 Works as wireless trackpad for other applications
  • 🚀 Fast response time and low latency

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Frequent connection failures and server detection issues
  • ⚠️ Version compatibility problems with PowerDVD
  • 🔌 Requires Wi-Fi connectivity
Universal Remote TV Control ·#2

Universal Remote TV Control · by BEGAMOB GLOBAL LIMITED

Smart Remote Control for TV
Strong Contender
🔧 Utilities
4.7😞(133K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#15in Utilities
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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.

What We Love

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

Room to Improve

  • 💰 Requires paid subscription to use basic functions
  • 🐛 Buggy, disconnects frequently
  • 🤑 Expensive, more affordable to buy a new remote
Remote control for Sony#3

Remote control for Sony by Oz Shabbatth

Control your Sony devices
Worth Considering
🔧 Utilities
4.6😐(7.6K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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This app provides a user-friendly interface to control Sony devices. It offers a saved remote for quick access, a fast touchpad, and a keyboard for easy navigation and typing. The design is intuitive and easy to use.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Works great
  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 🚀 Responsive
  • 👍 Convenient temporary fix

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Connectivity issues
  • 🔋 Drains battery
  • 📺 Limited functionality

More Free Dvd Player Remote apps to explore

4
Remote for Samsung
Remote for Samsung
Remote for Samsung
by Oz Shabbatth
Free

Control your Samsung TV with your phone. Features a fast touchpad and keyboard for easy navigation and control. Your last used remote is saved for quick access.

Save last remote for quick accessFast touchpad controlIntegrated keyboard
🔧 Utilities
(57K)
free with in-app purchases
5
Any TV Universal Remote
Any TV Universal Remote
Any TV Universal Remote
Universal Smart TV Remote
Free

Transform your smartphone into a universal remote for smart TVs and TV boxes. Control playback, navigate menus, launch apps, and cast media from a single, intuitive interface. Works with major brands and platforms over Wi-Fi.

Universal smart TV and TV box compatibilityWi-Fi connectivity for stable controlFull remote functionality (D-pad, keyboard, media controls)
🔧 Utilities
(557)
free
6
Universal TV Remote ·
Universal TV Remote ·
Universal TV Remote ·
Remote control for Smart TV
Free

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.

Smart TV remote controlTouchpad navigationWake-on-LAN support
🔧 Utilities
(86K)
freemium
7
VIZIO | WatchFree+
VIZIO | WatchFree+
VIZIO | WatchFree+
Device Control, Live TV
Free

Stream over 300 free live channels for news, sports, and entertainment on your mobile device. Control VIZIO devices, search across streaming services, and fine-tune audio with preset modes.

Stream 300+ free live channelsControl VIZIO devicesUniversal search across streaming services
🎬 Entertainment
(65K)
free with in-app purchases
8
Remote for Sony devices
Remote for Sony devices
Remote for Sony devices
Control Your Sony Devices
Free

This app allows you to control your Sony TV and other devices using your smartphone. It offers a simple connection and an intuitive remote control design, replacing the need for your physical remote.

Control Sony TV devicesSimple connectionIntuitive remote design
🔧 Utilities
(22)
free with in-app purchases
9
Viz - Smart TV remote control
Viz - Smart TV remote control
Viz - Smart TV remote control
by Oz Shabbatth
Free

Control your smart TV with your phone. This app offers a fast touchpad, keyboard, and saves your last remote for quick access. Enjoy an amazing design with an easy-to-use interface.

Smart TV remote controlTouchpad and keyboardSaves last remote
🔧 Utilities
(40K)
free with in-app purchases
10
The Roku App (Official)
The Roku App (Official)
The Roku App (Official)
Show Finder & Remote Control
Free

Control your streaming devices with a mobile remote, search for content using voice or keyboard, and enjoy private listening. Stream free movies and live TV on the go, and cast media from your phone to your TV.

Mobile remote controlVoice and keyboard searchPrivate listening with headphones
🎬 Entertainment
(5.9M)
free with in-app purchases
11
TV Remote - Universal
TV Remote - Universal
TV Remote - Universal
Remote Control for TV
Free

Transform your smartphone into a universal remote control for your smart TV. This app supports a wide variety of popular TV brands, consolidating all your remotes into one convenient device. Enjoy a simplified TV-watching experience.

Control smart TVs with phoneSupports wide range of brandsEliminates multiple remotes
🔧 Utilities
(56K)
free with in-app purchases
12
VLC media player
VLC media player
VLC media player
by VideoLAN
Free

Play virtually any video or audio file directly without conversion. Stream media from cloud services, network servers, or the web. Offers advanced subtitle support and playback controls.

Plays all video and audio formatsNo file conversion neededCloud and network streaming
📷 Photo & Video
(5.8K)
free
13
Universal TV Remote Control ™
Universal TV Remote Control ™
Universal TV Remote Control ™
All TV Remote Control - Wifi
Free

Control all your TV devices with a single app. This universal remote offers WiFi and IR blaster functionality for smart and traditional TVs, enabling power, volume, casting, and navigation.

WiFi and IR blaster controlPower and volume managementSmart sharing and casting
🎬 Entertainment
(3.1K)
ad-supported
14
RCA Smart Remote
RCA Smart Remote
RCA Smart Remote
Easily Program your Remote
Free

Control your entertainment devices with ease. This app provides access to a comprehensive code library for programming remotes and includes a helpful feature to locate your misplaced remote.

Program remote controlsAccess extensive code libraryControl entertainment devices
🌟 Lifestyle
(99)
free
15
EzRemote Lite
EzRemote Lite
EzRemote Lite
make remote control easy
Free

Transform your iPhone into a universal remote for home electronics. Requires an audio-to-IR accessory for functionality. Explore other options if you don't have the necessary hardware.

Universal remote controlControl home electronicsiPhone/iPad/iPod compatible
🔧 Utilities
(32)
free
16
WiFi TV Remote
WiFi TV Remote
WiFi TV Remote
Smart TV Remote & Touchpad
Free

Transform your iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch into a smart TV remote. Easily discover and connect to smart TVs on your Wi-Fi network. Offers intuitive control modes including tactile buttons, touchpad navigation, and a quick-type keyboard.

Universal smart TV remoteAutomatic TV discoveryTactile button grids
🔧 Utilities
(106)
ad-supported
17
Universal TV Remote Control —
Universal TV Remote Control —
Universal TV Remote Control —
Remote Control for TV
Free

Control your smart TV with your phone. Connects easily over Wi-Fi to manage power, volume, channels, and apps on a wide range of brands. Offers touchpad and D-pad navigation for a smooth experience.

Wi-Fi connectivityWide brand compatibilityTouchpad and D-pad navigation
🔧 Utilities
(1)
ad-supported
18
DVDFab MS Remote
DVDFab MS Remote
DVDFab MS Remote
by DVDFab
Free

Control your DVDFab Movie Server from your iOS device. Browse your media library, manage content, and control playback with remote functions. Basic remote features also work with other iOS apps.

Browse media libraryManage media contentView favorites and playlists
🔧 Utilities
(4)
free
19
TVRem Universal SmartTV Remote
TVRem Universal SmartTV Remote
TVRem Universal SmartTV Remote
for Samsung, LG, Roku, Fire TV
Free

Transform your iPhone into a powerful and convenient TV remote. Easily control smart TVs and streaming devices with features like voice input, smart keyboard, and touchpad navigation. Launch your favorite apps with a single tap.

Full smart TV controlVoice control and inputSmart keyboard input
🔧 Utilities
(3.8K)
free
20
DVDFab Remote
DVDFab Remote
DVDFab Remote
by DVDFab
Free

Monitor DVDFab client tasks remotely from your smartphone. Get real-time progress updates on copies, rips, and conversions, and receive push notifications for important dialogs or updates.

Remote task monitoringReal-time progress updatesTask queue status
🔧 Utilities
(31)
free

FAQ about Free Dvd Player Remote

What are the best free dvd player remote apps for iPhone?
PowerDVD Remote App tops our free dvd player remote apps ranking as of July 2026, with a 2.5-star average from 44 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
PowerDVD Remote App has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of July 2026.
We track 246+ free dvd player remote apps on the iOS App Store as of July 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
This app transforms your iPhone or iPad into a remote control for your PC's PowerDVD software. It allows you to navigate and control media playback, and also enables wireless streaming of content from your mobile device to your PC.
Key features include using your iOS device as a remote controller for PowerDVD, full navigation and playback control for Blu-ray, DVDs, and videos, wirelessly playing and saving mobile device content to your PC, and using your mobile device as a wireless keyboard and mouse.