Best Smart Remote TV Apps

248+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.7 avg rating
19 free apps
Updated November 2026

Every iPhone needs a few good smart remote tv apps. We benchmark 248+ of them on App Store rating, freshness, and pricing, then surface the standouts so you don't have to scroll the App Store yourself.

Compare top Smart Remote TV Apps (November 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Universal TV Remote ·Universal TV Remote ·Free4.6★ (96K)YesYesNov 2026
2Universal TV Remote™ ControlUniversal TV Remote™ ControlFree4.7★ (34K)YesYesNov 2026
3TV Remote Control | UniversalTV Remote Control | UniversalFree5.0★ (1)NoYesOct 2026
4WiFi Remote for Smart TVsWiFi Remote for Smart TVsFree5.0★ (2)NoNoOct 2026
5Unimote : smart TV remoteUnimote : smart TV remoteFree4.1★ (30K)YesYesNov 2026
6Smart Remote - TV RemoteSmart Remote - TV Remote$5.99—NoNoOct 2026
7Smart TV Remote: Universal TVsSmart TV Remote: Universal TVsFree5.0★ (2)NoYesOct 2026
8Universal remote tv smartUniversal remote tv smartFree4.2★ (43K)YesYesNov 2026

Top Picks for Smart Remote TV

Universal TV Remote ·#1

Universal TV Remote · by KRAFTWERK 9 LTD

Remote control for Smart TV
Editor's Choice
🔧 Utilities
4.6😐(96K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#23in Utilities
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Control your smart TV with your phone. Navigate menus, use a touchpad, and access basic functions for hundreds of TV models. Requires initial setup with a physical remote for some features.

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
Universal TV Remote™ Control#2

Universal TV Remote™ Control by SEAMOBI TECH PTE LTD

Replacement Controller for TVs
Strong Contender
🔧 Utilities
4.7😞(34K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#58in Utilities
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Transform your smartphone into a universal TV remote. Easily control all your smart TVs, including popular brands like Samsung, LG, Roku, and Fire TV, over Wi-Fi. Navigate channels, adjust volume, use voice search, and even type with a keyboard for a seamless viewing experience.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Easy to use
  • 👍 Convenient for busy families
  • 💡 Works with multiple devices
  • 🚀 Responsive touch controls
  • 💡 Voice command feature
  • 👍 Intuitive layout
  • 👍 Helpful for parents

Room to Improve

  • 💰 Expensive subscription
  • 🔒 Unclear cancellation process
  • 🐛 Disconnection issues
  • 💰 Misleading 'free' claims
  • 🔒 Aggressive upselling
TV Remote Control | Universal#3

TV Remote Control | Universal by Mehmet Alan

Remote Control for Smart TV
Worth Considering
🔧 Utilities
5.0(1 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Transform your iPhone into a comprehensive smart TV remote. Control volume, channels, apps, and cast media to your television. Offers touchpad, keyboard input, and automatic device discovery for a seamless experience.

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FAQ about Smart Remote TV

What are the best smart remote tv apps for iPhone?
Universal TV Remote · tops our smart remote tv apps ranking as of November 2026, with a 4.6-star average from 96K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 19 of the top smart remote tv apps we rank are free to download, including Universal TV Remote · and Universal TV Remote™ Control.
Universal TV Remote · shows ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of November 2026.
We track 248+ smart remote tv apps on the iOS App Store as of November 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.

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