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Universal Remote TV Control

TV Remote Control · Free + IAP
S Tier
Best in class · #10 of 40
90
4.3★50.6K ratings
Free + IAPprice
5dsince update

What is Universal Remote TV Control?

Universal Remote TV Control is a free Utilities app that copies the functions of a physical TV remote, including channels, volume, menu, info, and playback controls. The listing says Smart TVs need only the same Wi-Fi network as the iPhone, while IR TVs require an iPhone with a built-in infrared feature. The app is not affiliated with or endorsed by the TV brands it names.

Pricing. Universal Remote TV Control is free to download, with in-app purchases on the App Store.

Good for

  • Controlling a web-connected TV when the physical remote is lost
  • Searching for shows on a Smart TV using phone keyboard input
  • Controlling an IR TV from an iPhone with a built-in infrared feature

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Why this app is in S tier

Universal Remote TV Control scores 90 out of 100: rating 76, rating count 88, App Store search rank 97, update recency 100. The four parts are averaged with no weights, and S tier follows from that score within this list. The full explanation, as data.

Description

A TV remote always going missing? Or you just can’t stand the very sight of this old-school device anymore? Then you are in the right place - using a remote control app on your phone will save you all these headaches. Universal Remote TV Control brings watching TV to a new level! It’s a handy no-frills application that lets you control a web-connected TV set from your iPhone. The app copies the functionality of the handheld remote and allows you to rule over everything: channels list, volume, menu, info, tools, and other controls (Play/Pause/Stop, etc.). It works with the most popular brands - Samsung, LG, Sony, Philips, Panasonic, Vizio, TCL, Toshiba, Xfinity, Insignia, Hisense, Element etc. - and supports TV models of different years of production and screen size. The only thing required is to connect your iPhone and your TV device to the same Wifi network - and your touchscreen will turn into a navigation pane with all the functions of the usual remote. FEATURES: • Quick and simple to use: the app serves as the physical remote and is always at hand • Automatic customization: makes things a bit more user-friendly to set up • Haptic feedback: gives this awesome vibration and

Compare in TV Remote Control

MeasureUniversal Remote TV ControlSamRemote for Samsung TV ・
TierSSA
Score90 / 10091 / 10090 / 100
Rating4.3 ★4.2 ★4.6 ★
Ratings50.6K116K6.2K
Latest ratings · 180d2.8 ★ · 20 reviews1.8 ★ · 10 reviews—
Last update5d ago6d ago77d ago
PriceFree + IAPFree + IAPFree + IAP

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Questions about Universal Remote TV Control

Does it work with my TV?

The listing names brands including Samsung, LG, Sony, Philips, Panasonic, Vizio, TCL, Toshiba, Xfinity, Insignia, Hisense and Element. Smart TVs need the phone and TV on the same Wi-Fi network. IR TVs require an iPhone with a built-in…

Do I need to pay?

The app is listed as free. Complete access to all features requires a Premium subscription, which renews automatically unless turned off at least 24 hours before the current period ends.

Is this an official brand app?

No. It is not the official application of any named TV brand and is not affiliated with or endorsed by these companies.

Is Universal Remote TV Control free?

Universal Remote TV Control is free to download, with in-app purchases.

What is Universal Remote TV Control good for?

Universal Remote TV Control is built for controlling a web-connected TV when the physical remote is lost, searching for shows on a smart TV using phone keyboard input, controlling an IR TV from an iPhone with a built-in infrared feature. It sits in the TV remote control list on AppTierList.

Is Universal Remote TV Control worth it?

Universal Remote TV Control is S tier, ranked #10 of 40 TV remote control apps with a score of 90 out of 100, from a 4.3 App Store rating across 50,584 ratings. It is in the list's top tiers; 9 apps rank above it.

How does Universal Remote TV Control compare to Sam?

Universal Remote TV Control is S tier at 90; Sam is S tier at 91. Sam ranks higher. Universal Remote TV Control is free to download, with in-app purchases, Sam is free to download, with in-app purchases.

How often is Universal Remote TV Control updated?

Universal Remote TV Control was updated 5 days ago, which counts in its favour.

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All the facts

List
TV Remote Control
Tier
S (Best in class)
Score
90 / 100
Rank in list
#10 of 40
Ranking certainty
settled
Price
Free + IAP
App Store rating
4.3 out of 5
Number of ratings
50,584
Recent reviews
2.8 from 20 in the last 180 days
Current version
(5 days ago)
App Store data read
App Store category
Utilities
Good for
Controlling a web-connected TV when the physical remote is lost, Searching for shows on a Smart TV using phone keyboard input, Controlling an IR TV from an iPhone with a built-in infrared feature
Requires
iOS 16.0 or later
Size
116 MB
Age rating
4+
Languages
19
Developer pages
Website · Support · Privacy policy
Maker
unclaimed
As data
JSON · why it ranks here

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