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Best General TV Remote Apps

248+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.7 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated October 2026

The best general tv remote apps on iPhone average 4.7★ across 248+ titles — we've ranked them by what real users actually keep on their phones. Updated October 2026.

Compare top General TV Remote Apps (October 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Universal TV Remote ·Universal TV Remote ·Free4.6★ (92K)YesYesOct 2026
2Smart TV Remote Control PlusSmart TV Remote Control PlusFree4.5★ (20K)YesYesOct 2026
3TV Remote – Universal ControlTV Remote – Universal ControlFree—YesNoSep 2026
4TV Remote ManagerTV Remote ManagerFree—YesYesOct 2026
5Universal TV Remote All TVUniversal TV Remote All TVFree—YesYesOct 2026
6Universal TV Remote – ControlUniversal TV Remote – ControlFree—NoYesSep 2026
7Universal TV Remote Control .Universal TV Remote Control .Free4.8★ (10K)YesYesOct 2026
8TV Remote, Universal ControlTV Remote, Universal ControlFree—NoYesJul 2026

Top Picks for General TV Remote

Universal TV Remote ·#1

Universal TV Remote · by KRAFTWERK 9 LTD

Remote control for Smart TV
Editor's Choice
🔧 Utilities
4.6😐(92K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#17in 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
Smart TV Remote Control Plus#2

Smart TV Remote Control Plus by DREAMTEAM APPS sp. z o.o.

Remote Controller, Keyboard
Strong Contender
🔧 Utilities
4.5😞(20K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Transform your iPhone or iPad into a powerful remote control for your smart TV. Easily navigate menus, adjust volume, and change channels using your mobile device over Wi-Fi. Supports a wide range of popular smart TV operating systems and brands.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Easy to use
  • 👍 Works well with various TVs
  • 💡 Useful for lost remotes

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Frequent disconnections
  • 🔒 Requires subscription for full functionality
  • 🔋 Drains device battery

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FAQ about General TV Remote

What are the best general tv remote apps for iPhone?
Universal TV Remote · tops our general tv remote apps ranking as of October 2026, with a 4.6-star average from 92K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top general tv remote apps we rank are free to download, including Universal TV Remote · and Smart TV Remote Control Plus.
Universal TV Remote · shows ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of October 2026.
We track 248+ general tv remote apps on the iOS App Store as of October 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.