Universal TV Remote - TVBuddy
Beyond Limits Cloud Services LLC Tools In-app purchases
Smart TV remote control for Samsung, LG, Roku, Fire TV, Sony & Android TV
- Rating
- 3.7
- 84 ratings
- Downloads
- 13K+
- on Google Play
- Price
- Free
- In-app purchases
- Updated
- Sep 30
- 2026 · v1.3.2
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About Universal TV Remote - TVBuddy
Turn your Android phone into a universal TV remote with TVBuddy. Use your phone as a smart TV remote control for compatible Samsung, LG, Roku, Fire TV, Sony, Android TV, Hisense, Vizio and more over Wi-Fi.
Universal TV Remote Control
Control compatible TVs directly from your phone. Navigate menus, adjust volume, change channels, enter text, switch inputs and access supported TV functions over your local Wi-Fi network.
No IR blaster or direct line of sight required.
Supported Smart TVs
TVBuddy works with compatible TVs and streaming devices including:
Samsung — Tizen TV
LG — webOS TV
Roku — Roku TV
Amazon Fire TV — Fire TV Stick & Fire TV devices
Sony — Google TV / Android TV
TCL — Google TV / Android TV
Hisense — VIDAA and supported Google TV models
Vizio — supported Smart TV models
Philips — supported Google TV models
Panasonic — supported Fire TV models
Toshiba — Fire TV and supported VIDAA models
Compatibility and available controls may vary by TV model and operating system.
Keyboard & Touchpad
Use your phone keyboard for faster text input on supported TVs. Navigate compatible TVs using touchpad controls directly from your phone.
Voice Search
Use voice search on supported TVs and platforms to find apps and more without typing.
App Launcher
Quickly open supported streaming and TV apps directly from your remote screen.
Cast Photos, Videos & Music
Cast supported photos, videos and music from your phone to your TV over your local network.
Screen mirroring availability may vary by TV platform and model.
Quick Connection
Connect your phone and TV to the same Wi-Fi network and open TVBuddy. Compatible TVs can be discovered automatically, with pairing required on some platforms.
Wi-Fi Remote Control
TVBuddy communicates over your local Wi-Fi network, so supported controls do not require an IR blaster or direct line of sight.
Multiple TVs
Save multiple compatible TVs and switch between them whenever needed.
Ad-Free Experience
TVBuddy does not display third-party in-app ads, so you can control your TV without ad interruptions. Optional in-app purchases unlock premium features.
TVBuddy is free to download with optional in-app purchases.
TVBuddy is an independent application and is not affiliated with or endorsed by the TV manufacturers or streaming services mentioned above.
Universal TV Remote Control
Control compatible TVs directly from your phone. Navigate menus, adjust volume, change channels, enter text, switch inputs and access supported TV functions over your local Wi-Fi network.
No IR blaster or direct line of sight required.
Supported Smart TVs
TVBuddy works with compatible TVs and streaming devices including:
Samsung — Tizen TV
LG — webOS TV
Roku — Roku TV
Amazon Fire TV — Fire TV Stick & Fire TV devices
Sony — Google TV / Android TV
TCL — Google TV / Android TV
Hisense — VIDAA and supported Google TV models
Vizio — supported Smart TV models
Philips — supported Google TV models
Panasonic — supported Fire TV models
Toshiba — Fire TV and supported VIDAA models
Compatibility and available controls may vary by TV model and operating system.
Keyboard & Touchpad
Use your phone keyboard for faster text input on supported TVs. Navigate compatible TVs using touchpad controls directly from your phone.
Voice Search
Use voice search on supported TVs and platforms to find apps and more without typing.
App Launcher
Quickly open supported streaming and TV apps directly from your remote screen.
Cast Photos, Videos & Music
Cast supported photos, videos and music from your phone to your TV over your local network.
Screen mirroring availability may vary by TV platform and model.
Quick Connection
Connect your phone and TV to the same Wi-Fi network and open TVBuddy. Compatible TVs can be discovered automatically, with pairing required on some platforms.
Wi-Fi Remote Control
TVBuddy communicates over your local Wi-Fi network, so supported controls do not require an IR blaster or direct line of sight.
Multiple TVs
Save multiple compatible TVs and switch between them whenever needed.
Ad-Free Experience
TVBuddy does not display third-party in-app ads, so you can control your TV without ad interruptions. Optional in-app purchases unlock premium features.
TVBuddy is free to download with optional in-app purchases.
TVBuddy is an independent application and is not affiliated with or endorsed by the TV manufacturers or streaming services mentioned above.
What’s new
Version 1.3.2 · Updated September 30, 2026
Hello TVBuddies! We’re bringing you an even better TVBuddy experience with new improvements designed for smoother, faster performance: * Faster performance and improved responsiveness * Bug fixes and enhanced stability for a more reliable experience Enjoy a smarter and more seamless way to control and connect with your TV. Thank you for trusting TVBuddy and being part of our growing community!
User reviews
good
TvBuddy Universal TV Remote* is a smartphone app that turns your phone into a Wi-Fi remote control for smart TVs. Really useful smart Tv app . Overall all great app .. Thank you for sharing.
TVBuddy is a smart TV remote app that turns your smartphone into a remote control for compatible TVs connected to the same Wi-Fi network. It offers basic remote functions, touchpad navigation, voice control, and media casting from your phone to your TV.
very nice app and easy to use i just love it
This app works flawless in my android smart phone. i can easily use my mobile as a remote control to my LG smart TV. Thanks to the developer for this creative useful universal remote app.This app also support various smart tv brand. I'm highly satisfied with this app and hence I'm rating it 5 stars. Highly recommend...
It's universal remote and smart tv remote.Most importantly it has wifi remote cast.Am so satisfied with this.
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