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100% free basic controls. No paywall after 2 taps. No credit card. Works on Samsung, LG, Roku, Sony, and more.

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Universal TV Remote App — control your Universal TV from your iPhone

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1M+ Downloads
4.7 App Store Rating
100% Free Basic Controls
No 2-Tap Paywalls
Wi-Fi · No Bluetooth

100% Free Universal TV Remote App

Basic Universal TV controls are free forever. No paywall after 2 taps. No credit card. No subscription. Ever.

Free

No trial
No subscription

★★★★★

4.7

App Store
2,300+ ratings

Auto-Discovery. Zero Config.

The best free Universal remote app for iPhone — connects to your Samsung, LG, Sony, Roku, Vizio, and other brands via WebSocket HTTPS / HTTP REST / Protobuf TLS over Wi-Fi. SSDP / mDNS auto-discovers your TV with no manual IP entry. Quick Varies by TV brand on first launch. No ads, no subscription, no in-app purchases — all controls unlocked permanently.

How it works

Get Free Universal TV Remote Control — Step by Step

Step 1

Download for Free

Install the Universal TV Remote app at zero cost. No account, no credit card, no trial period.

Step 2

Open and Find Your TV

Launch the app and it automatically detects all smart TVs on your Wi-Fi—any brand, any model.

Step 3

Connect — No Login Needed

Tap your TV in the list. Instantly connected. No subscription prompt, no paywall after 2 taps.

Step 4

Use Free Controls Forever

Adjust volume, switch channels, change inputs—basic controls for every TV you own stay free forever.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Specific answers for Universal TV users.

What is the best free remote app for Universal TV on iPhone?

Our app is a top-rated free Universal remote for iPhone. It connects to your Samsung, LG, Sony, Roku, Vizio, and other brands via WebSocket HTTPS / HTTP REST / Protobuf TLS, with SSDP / mDNS finding your TV automatically on the local network. The app prompts you to complete Varies by TV brand. Features include full D-pad navigation, volume and mute, HDMI input switching, media playback controls, and streaming app launcher. No in-app purchases, no subscription, no ads — all features unlocked at no cost.

How does the free Universal TV remote app connect to my TV without Bluetooth or IR?

The app communicates entirely over your home Wi-Fi network using WebSocket HTTPS / HTTP REST / Protobuf TLS. SSDP / mDNS discovery finds your Samsung, LG, Sony, Roku, Vizio, and other brands automatically — you don't need to enter an IP address or enable any special TV settings beyond ensuring your TV and iPhone are on the same Wi-Fi network. The app prompts you to complete Varies by TV brand. The connection persists as long as both devices remain on the same network, making this a permanent wireless remote replacement for your Universal TV.

Does the free Universal TV remote app require an account, subscription, or in-app purchases?

No. Our free Universal remote app requires no account, no subscription, no credit card, and has no ads. It communicates locally with your Samsung, LG, Sony, Roku, Vizio, and other brands over your home Wi-Fi via WebSocket HTTPS / HTTP REST / Protobuf TLS — no cloud service is involved. All controls including D-pad, volume, HDMI switching, media playback, and streaming app launcher are permanently unlocked at zero cost. Requires Varies by TV brand on first connection.

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