Remote for LG TV - WebOS TV
Remote for LG TV is a virtual remote control application for LG WebOS televisions, available on iOS.
The App DNA
What makes this app unique?
The app replaces lost or malfunctioning physical remotes by mapping mobile inputs to TV commands over a shared Wi-Fi network.
For LG Smart TV owners looking for a replacement or secondary remote control solution.
What does it look like?
Key features
Replicates physical remote functions including volume, channel, and multimedia playback controls for LG WebOS TVs.
Provides a touch-based interface for cursor movement on the TV screen.
Directly triggers installed applications on the connected LG WebOS TV.
How much does it cost?
Subscription-only model with free trial, requiring payment for full feature access.
Velocity
Dormant developmentperformanceShow more...
Remote for LG TV has been inactive for 724 days, placing it firmly in the zombie category. The last recorded update focused on minor bug fixes and a payment-related issue. There is no evidence of ongoing development or feature expansion, and the long period of silence suggests the project is no longer actively maintained.
Who built it?
User Sentiment
What do users think recently?
Fresh user feedback skews upset. Users appreciate initial user impressions indicate the core remote control functionality provides value when the connection remains stable.
How are ratings & reviews evolving?
What users say, by theme
- Initial user impressions indicate the core remote control functionality provides value when the connection remains stable
- Frequent connection drops between the mobile device and television prevent reliable remote control usage during sessions
12 of 12 recent reviews analyzed · moderate confidence · Upset overall
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Competitive landscape for Remote for LG TV - WebOS TV
How's the Utilities market?
Remote for LG TV occupies the Utilities category with a subscription-only model that deviates from the one-time purchase norm for remote utilities. The app has seen no major updates in 724 days, signaling a maintenance-mode posture that leaves it exposed to newer, more stable competitors.
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Key takeaways for Remote for LG TV - WebOS TV
Where is it heading?
The market for TV remote utilities is consolidating around free, stable, and ad-supported solutions that do not gate basic functionality behind subscriptions. Remote for LG TV is poorly positioned to compete, and without a shift in monetization or a return to active development, the app will continue to lose ground to more reliable alternatives.
- The 24-month development hiatus indicates a lack of active maintenance, which will accelerate technical obsolescence as TV firmware evolves.
- Persistent connection instability and aggressive ad placement continue to drive negative reviews, compounding the churn risk for the remaining user base.
The SWOT
- Virtual remote interface replicates physical hardware functions
- Introduce one-time purchase option to align with user expectations
- Improve connection persistence logic to reduce session churn
Next best moves
Pivot monetization to a one-time purchase model because subscription pricing is the top complaint theme → reduce churn
+ 1 more prioritized moveThe counter-intuitive read
The app's subscription model is not just a monetization failure…
Read the full takeBottom line
Remote for LG TV is currently in maintenance mode, and its subscription-only model is misaligned with user expectations for a utility tool. Pivoting to a one-time purchase model would address the primary source of negative sentiment and stabilize the user base.
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Is Remote for LG TV free to use?
Does Remote for LG TV work reliably?
What is a free alternative to Remote for LG TV?
Sources
- [1] App Store
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