Smart Remote for LG Smart TVs Reviews

by CrisptyHexagons66629

This is a review for the upgraded paid version. The free version is unusable, and I have no issue paying $4 for a working remote.

SmartRemote is stupid and there are glaring issues that make it unusable. The keyboard is non functional because the developer literally didn’t put a space bar into it. Meaning you cannot type spaces in anything you input. This is trivial to fix for the developer, it’s not a app limitation because the LG official app has a space and it works normally. The developers here are just too dumb to figure out a space bar.

The first input key of the keyboard doesn’t work either. You have to double tap the first input key to make it start working. Does this make sense or is it a technical limitation? No, it works fine on the official app. Again the developers are stupid or lazy.

Until these obvious issues are fixed, this gets one star because there’s no excuse.

by Hokus99

So I purchased the paid “pro” version and after a while it stopped working. I uninstalled and reinstalled it and it worked, except that it was the free version again asking me to upgrade. So I clicked on “restore purchase” which upgraded me back to pro version again but in pro version it doesn’t connect to my tv at all. So in summary, if you download the free version, SmartRemote will work sometimes but if you upgrade, you are pretty much just donating 3.99 to the developer as SmartRemote becomes useless.

by Frvnciis30

I got SmartRemote and it was able to connect to my tv, but in order to access my apps I had to upgrade for $3 which I did because it was able to connect the next day when I tried connecting again I wasn’t able to connect anymore I’ve had SmartRemote for 2 weeks and have tried contacting the support group multiple times and no one has contacted me back. It lets you connect when it’s free and when you purchase it no longer connects to the tv.

by Taz712

I downloaded SmartRemote after my smart remote to my LG stopped working. As I’m testing it out trying to use the controls SmartRemote continuously popped up the option for me to make a purchase for $3.99. Had I been able to test it out first for a short period of time I probably would have purchased it but I’m not spending any amount of money blindly before I can verify if all the functions work. Do better developers!

by AllenSmithBrent

It's doing the job but I don't like going back-and-forth between interfaces. The pointer/inner button should be on every page. It's annoying to go back-and-forth. Also it won't turn my TV on it will turn it off and it will function the buttons but only after manually turning the TV on. I'm glad it is here because my remote broke and I'm waiting for the replacement. So thanks for being there even if I'm giving it a bad review.

by DayyDayyTM

I don’t really like bashing or anything but it’s a STRUGGLE for SmartRemote to connect. I’ll go days without using my tv bc the apps acts up every time, I get lucky if it wants to work. And when it does it only works for a specific amount of time. I’d wish it came w better connection

by AnonymousSouls

I temporarily misplaced my remote and recently switched from a Samsung TV to an LG. The layout of SmartRemote is a little confusing, with different pages and options, as well as they wanted me to upgrade (pay a fee) to use the Select Or OK button, which I needed it to just click Continue Watching on Netflix. I was not impressed. I downloaded Smartify which seems to be free, cleaner and got the job done.

by LeHilltop

I’ve had SmartRemote for years and have had no issues, 5 stars. Because I always end up losing the remote in the couch and I’m a lazy human so it’s very convenient. Now the home button on our remote stopped working, and SmartRemote did as well. I love SmartRemote but it’s such a bummer that now when I actually need it it wont connect.

by CoryFerrari93

This is so far the best remote on iPhone, the only thing they could improve is being able to turn on the tv. I would recommend purchasing the upgrade for $3.99.

by Edward Grubb

SmartRemote connects to my LG TV instantly which is much faster than SmartRemote from LG. I really enjoy SmartRemote. I use it to quickly change the volume on my LG television.

by Glasscityswifty

This is the best LG remote app I have come across. It has all of the features you need and none of those annoying pop ups.

by Beener003

I’ve tried a few different smart remotes for my LG TV, but overall SmartRemote has performed the best and been the most reliable alternate option to the OEM remote. It’s really handy when the TV remote is across the room (kids leave it wherever) but my phone is right with me, I can change the volume, channels, mute, and navigate menus all from my iPhone. It’s great! Keep up the good work ;-)

by Appuser45213

My dog chewed the remote for the second time, so I was really happy to find SmartRemote. Bonus - I can now mute the tv while my kids are watching - from any room in the house.

by AJPiouget

The remote is very quick, easy to navigate, and feel just as nice as using the physical remote 🙂

by Dawnienic

My LG remote is inconsistent at best, useless at worst. I spent 2 days not being able to access streaming channels before I found SmartRemote . Works perfectly!

by Ray Bellamh

My kids constantly lose my tv remote but I don't care because I have Smart Remote!
I paid the extra 3.99 to unlock all of the features and I love it

by Birdingchef

Had trouble with the original remote, buttons not responding, so I found this on the LG remote goggle search. Works great and controls all the features of my old remote.

by WyattBrule

Works great, although it doesn’t turn your tv on - but that’s expected because it works over WiFi and your tv isn’t using WiFi unless it’s already on. No big deal. Saved $30 on buying a new remote. Thanks to the developers.

by Tv Agent

This is the third remote control app I’ve purchased for my 55” LG OLED tv from Costco. SmartRemote works perfectly. The other two only partially worked, such as would change channels but not adjust volume. This one does it all. When we misplace the actual tv remote, I only have to grab my phone.

by Lucky'sDad

Easy set up. Works wonderfully. I recently found my missing remote and won’t touch it. This is perfection

by Qwertyuiopasdfghjklmhnpbtcovwz

This is the best remote app I got in a while after I got this life has been easier. I don’t need to use my remote no more all I need is my phone and SmartRemote.

by NikiT123xoxo

My dog chewed my remote again. Purchased this remote. It does everything. It’s easier then the real remote. Great product. Let’s hope they don’t go for my phone... lol