Best Old TV Remote Apps

248+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.4 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated November 2026

Out of 248+ old tv 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 Old TV Remote Apps (November 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Remote control for LGRemote control for LGFree4.7★ (64K)YesYesNov 2026
2Smartify - LG TV RemoteSmartify - LG TV RemoteFree4.3★ (111K)YesYesNov 2026
3TV Remote - Universal ControlTV Remote - Universal ControlFree4.4★ (630K)YesYesNov 2026
4LG ThinQLG ThinQFree4.6★ (241K)NoNoNov 2026
5Remote for LGRemote for LGFree4.2★ (18K)NoYesNov 2026
6Universal TV Remote ·Universal TV Remote ·Free4.6★ (95K)YesYesNov 2026
7Universal Remote TV Control ·Universal Remote TV Control ·Free4.7★ (144K)YesYesNov 2026
8Remote for LG TV・Remote for LG TV・Free4.4★ (1.6K)YesNoOct 2026

Top Picks for Old TV Remote

Remote control for LG#1

Remote control for LG by Oz Shabbatth

Control your LG devices
Editor's Choice
🔧 Utilities
4.7😊(64K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#60in Utilities
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Control your LG devices with a user-friendly interface. Features a fast touchpad, keyboard, and saves your last remote for quick access. Designed for an improved user experience.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Fantastic remote app
  • 👍 Exact replica of physical remote
  • 🔑 Doesn't require payment
  • 💡 Useful keyboard and air mouse features
  • 🤝 Works perfectly for LG TVs
  • 👍 Responsive and easy to use

Room to Improve

  • 🔍 Requires manual IP address entry
  • 🔍 Doesn't always reconnect automatically
  • 📺 Can't power on TV from app
  • 💤 Slow to load/reconnect
  • 📢 Frequent and intrusive ads
Smartify - LG TV Remote#2

Smartify - LG TV Remote by KRAFTWERK 9 LTD

Remote control for LG Smart TV
Strong Contender
🔧 Utilities
4.3😞(111K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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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.

What We Love

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

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Frequent disconnections
  • ⏱️ Slow to connect/load
  • 💰 Subscription model too expensive
  • 🔍 Limited functionality in free version
  • 📺 Cannot turn on TV when it's off
TV Remote - Universal Control#3

TV Remote - Universal Control by EVOLLY.APP

Remote Control for TV
Worth Considering
🔧 Utilities
4.4😞(630K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#3in Utilities
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Control your smart TV directly from your phone. Connect via WIFI to manage volume, channels, and navigation with a touchpad and keyboard. Supports major brands like Samsung, Roku, and LG.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Connects easily
  • 👍 Convenient remote control
  • 🔒 Works with multiple TVs
  • 👍 Helpful when remote is lost

Room to Improve

  • 🔒 Requires original remote for setup
  • 💰 Subscription required for full functionality
  • 🐛 Frequent disconnections
  • 💰 Expensive subscription
  • 🔋 Drains phone battery
  • 🔍 Too many ads

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FAQ about Old TV Remote

What are the best old tv remote apps for iPhone?
Remote control for LG tops our old tv remote apps ranking as of November 2026, with a 4.7-star average from 64K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top old tv remote apps we rank are free to download, including Remote control for LG and Smartify - LG TV Remote.
Remote control for LG shows ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of November 2026.
We track 248+ old tv remote apps on the iOS App Store as of November 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.

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