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%Start The 6 Best Apple TV Remote Apps for Android Menu Lifewire Tech for Humans Newsletter! Search Close GO Mobile Phones &gt; Android <h1> The 6 Best Apple TV Remote Apps for Android</h1> <h2> Control your Apple TV with your Android phone</h2> By Michael Archambault Michael Archambault Writer New York Institute of Technology Michael Archambault is a technology writer and digital media specialist. His work has appeared in Mobile Nations, Amazon’s Digital Photography Review, PetaPixel, and other outlets.
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The 6 Best Apple TV Remote Apps for Android

Control your Apple TV with your Android phone

By Michael Archambault Michael Archambault Writer New York Institute of Technology Michael Archambault is a technology writer and digital media specialist. His work has appeared in Mobile Nations, Amazon’s Digital Photography Review, PetaPixel, and other outlets.
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lifewire's editorial guidelines Updated on September 26, 2020 Reviewed by Michael Barton Heine Jr Reviewed by Michael Barton Heine Jr Michael Heine is a CompTIA-certified writer, editor, and Network Engineer with 25+ years' experience working in the television, defense, ISP, telecommunications, and education industries. lifewire's editorial guidelines Tweet Share Email Tweet Share Email Android Switching from iOS Apple TV is a great way to enjoy your favorite content on the big screen, but what happens when you want to control your TV remotely with an Android Smartphone?
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Apple doesn't officially offer a remote application for the Android platform, leaving many to think they are out of luck. We've taken the time to pick through the offerings of the Google Play Store, bringing you six different options for Apple TV remote on Android that actually work.
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Apple doesn't officially offer a remote application for the Android platform, leaving many to think they are out of luck. We've taken the time to pick through the offerings of the Google Play Store, bringing you six different options for Apple TV remote on Android that actually work.
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<h2> Different Ways of Controlling Apple TV </h2> Apple TV Android apps have two ways of working, either via your WiFi network or via a phone's built-in IR transmitter. Apps that utilize WiFi don't require any special hardware and are performed by connecting to your Apple TV over your home WiFi network. On the other hand, apps that utilize an IR transmitter require a phone with the correct hardware and control your Apple TV by sending out signals just as a typical remote would.
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Different Ways of Controlling Apple TV

Apple TV Android apps have two ways of working, either via your WiFi network or via a phone's built-in IR transmitter. Apps that utilize WiFi don't require any special hardware and are performed by connecting to your Apple TV over your home WiFi network. On the other hand, apps that utilize an IR transmitter require a phone with the correct hardware and control your Apple TV by sending out signals just as a typical remote would.
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As of recent, phones that include built-in IR transmitters (also known as IR blasters) include the LG G5, Honor 8, Xiaomi Mi 5, and Huawei Mate 20. Samsung's Android phones have excluded the IR transmitter since the Galaxy S7. Due to most phones not having built-in IR transmitters, the Wi-Fi options presented here will typically work best; however, if your phone does have an IR transmitter built-in.
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As of recent, phones that include built-in IR transmitters (also known as IR blasters) include the LG G5, Honor 8, Xiaomi Mi 5, and Huawei Mate 20. Samsung's Android phones have excluded the IR transmitter since the Galaxy S7. Due to most phones not having built-in IR transmitters, the Wi-Fi options presented here will typically work best; however, if your phone does have an IR transmitter built-in.
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You will have twice the options to control your Apple TV. 01 of 06 <h2> The Best Solution for Everyone AnyMote Universal Remote </h2> What We Like Free to download and install Customizable remote layout Google Now integration Easy to navigate interface Built-in IR blaster support What We Don't Like Not compatible with all IR blaster smartphones The AnyMote Universal Remote is our #1 pick for users looking to control their Apple TV via their Android device. Free to download and use with a single device, AnyMote worked more consistently than any of the other options on our list.
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You will have twice the options to control your Apple TV. 01 of 06

The Best Solution for Everyone AnyMote Universal Remote

What We Like Free to download and install Customizable remote layout Google Now integration Easy to navigate interface Built-in IR blaster support What We Don't Like Not compatible with all IR blaster smartphones The AnyMote Universal Remote is our #1 pick for users looking to control their Apple TV via their Android device. Free to download and use with a single device, AnyMote worked more consistently than any of the other options on our list.
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Additionally, the interface is easy to navigate and provides large buttons for easy device control. While we recommend using the application to control your TV via WiFi, it also includes support for devices with IR blasters. That being said, IR blaster support is oddly limited, not being able to control Huawei, Vizio, or Sony phones, in addition to the Galaxy S7.
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Additionally, the interface is easy to navigate and provides large buttons for easy device control. While we recommend using the application to control your TV via WiFi, it also includes support for devices with IR blasters. That being said, IR blaster support is oddly limited, not being able to control Huawei, Vizio, or Sony phones, in addition to the Galaxy S7.
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Pricing: Free, Otherwise $6.99 for Pro Version Download Anymote 02 of 06 <h2> A Custom Solution for Apple TV CiderTV </h2> What We Like Free to download and install Custom interface for Apple TV Easy to navigate and control Intuitive swipe-gesture interface What We Don't Like Doesn&#39;t offer IR-blaster support CiderTV is an excellent application for controlling your AppleTV from an Android device. We particularly liked that CiderTV was purely focused on AppleTV, making it one of the easiest applications to set up.
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A Custom Solution for Apple TV CiderTV

What We Like Free to download and install Custom interface for Apple TV Easy to navigate and control Intuitive swipe-gesture interface What We Don't Like Doesn't offer IR-blaster support CiderTV is an excellent application for controlling your AppleTV from an Android device. We particularly liked that CiderTV was purely focused on AppleTV, making it one of the easiest applications to set up.
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We also enjoyed the app&#39;s swipe controls which feel more like Apple&#39;s latest Apple TV remote. In its free state, CiderTV can control a single Apple TV, with a Pro subscription needed for more devices. Advertisements are present and also may only be removed with a Pro subscription.
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We also enjoyed the app's swipe controls which feel more like Apple's latest Apple TV remote. In its free state, CiderTV can control a single Apple TV, with a Pro subscription needed for more devices. Advertisements are present and also may only be removed with a Pro subscription.
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As with some other Android apps, we did find that CiderTV occasionally had problems communicating with our TV, but we still hold it in high regard as our second recommendation due to its ease of use. Pricing: Free, Otherwise $4.99 for Pro Version Download CiderTV 03 of 06 <h2> SURE A Smart Remote with Extras </h2> What We Like Free to download and install Intuitive interface for controlling devices Over 1 million different supported devices Voice control and built-in media player Offers legacy IR-blaster support What We Don't Like Interface isn&#39;t as focused on Apple TV as some users may want The SURE Smart Home and TV Universal Remote app is the perfect option for Android users that demand a mountain of functionality. SURE is designed to work with over 1 million different devices, including Apple TV.
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As with some other Android apps, we did find that CiderTV occasionally had problems communicating with our TV, but we still hold it in high regard as our second recommendation due to its ease of use. Pricing: Free, Otherwise $4.99 for Pro Version Download CiderTV 03 of 06

SURE A Smart Remote with Extras

What We Like Free to download and install Intuitive interface for controlling devices Over 1 million different supported devices Voice control and built-in media player Offers legacy IR-blaster support What We Don't Like Interface isn't as focused on Apple TV as some users may want The SURE Smart Home and TV Universal Remote app is the perfect option for Android users that demand a mountain of functionality. SURE is designed to work with over 1 million different devices, including Apple TV.
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Fire the application up, and add in all your home devices to get started. Or, go old school and control devices with an IR-blaster on any supported smartphones or tablets. Once set up, SURE really begins to shine with its extra features that we enjoyed including the ability for voice control and a media player.
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Fire the application up, and add in all your home devices to get started. Or, go old school and control devices with an IR-blaster on any supported smartphones or tablets. Once set up, SURE really begins to shine with its extra features that we enjoyed including the ability for voice control and a media player.
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SURE is also very security conscious, telling you precisely why it needs access to different systems on your phone. If you demand uncompromising functionality, then the SURE Remote app is here to please. Pricing: Free, Otherwise $6.99 for Pro Version Download SURE Smart Home and TV Universal Remote 04 of 06 <h2> Control with Television Extras Peel Smart Remote </h2> What We Like Free to download and install Visual TV guide experience High reliability when compared to other Apple TV remotes Able to remind you when your favorite shows are available What We Don't Like Advertisements and lock screen widget are intrusive Interface doesn&#39;t place focus on the Apple TV remote Different app variations can be confusing for users Peel Smart Remote combines both a universe remote experience and an interactive-visual TV guide within its bounds.
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SURE is also very security conscious, telling you precisely why it needs access to different systems on your phone. If you demand uncompromising functionality, then the SURE Remote app is here to please. Pricing: Free, Otherwise $6.99 for Pro Version Download SURE Smart Home and TV Universal Remote 04 of 06

Control with Television Extras Peel Smart Remote

What We Like Free to download and install Visual TV guide experience High reliability when compared to other Apple TV remotes Able to remind you when your favorite shows are available What We Don't Like Advertisements and lock screen widget are intrusive Interface doesn't place focus on the Apple TV remote Different app variations can be confusing for users Peel Smart Remote combines both a universe remote experience and an interactive-visual TV guide within its bounds.
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While we felt that the Peel Smart Remote app had one of the more overwhelming interfaces, we did appreciate its additional offerings. Perfect for anyone who uses an Apple TV paired with a television subscription, opening Peel gives you first glance at what is playing on network and cable television. Only once you click the tiny remote icon will you be brought to control your Apple TV.
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While we felt that the Peel Smart Remote app had one of the more overwhelming interfaces, we did appreciate its additional offerings. Perfect for anyone who uses an Apple TV paired with a television subscription, opening Peel gives you first glance at what is playing on network and cable television. Only once you click the tiny remote icon will you be brought to control your Apple TV.
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There are other easier to use applications than Peel, but if you&#39;re looking to keep a close eye on your TV-guide and control your Apple TV, there is no better solution. Pricing: Free Download Peel Smart Remote 05 of 06 <h2> The Best IR-Blaster Solution AIR Remote </h2> What We Like Free to download and install IR-blaster is extremely easy to use Interface is one of the best for Apple TV remotes Choose between buttons or gesture interface Ad-free version is only a few dollars What We Don't Like Requires an IR-blaster to function IR requires line of sight with Apple TV The AIR Remote app is the first application in our list to control Apple TV using a phone&#39;s built-in IR blaster.
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There are other easier to use applications than Peel, but if you're looking to keep a close eye on your TV-guide and control your Apple TV, there is no better solution. Pricing: Free Download Peel Smart Remote 05 of 06

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What We Like Free to download and install IR-blaster is extremely easy to use Interface is one of the best for Apple TV remotes Choose between buttons or gesture interface Ad-free version is only a few dollars What We Don't Like Requires an IR-blaster to function IR requires line of sight with Apple TV The AIR Remote app is the first application in our list to control Apple TV using a phone's built-in IR blaster.
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As with other IR-blaster applications, AIR Remote is limited to only working with devices that include an IR-blaster. However, if your Android tablet or smartphones does include an IR-blaster, then AIR Remote is the best pick for you. Featuring an extremely easy to use interface, users merely launch the app and begin controlling their Apple TV — no need for pairing.
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As with other IR-blaster applications, AIR Remote is limited to only working with devices that include an IR-blaster. However, if your Android tablet or smartphones does include an IR-blaster, then AIR Remote is the best pick for you. Featuring an extremely easy to use interface, users merely launch the app and begin controlling their Apple TV — no need for pairing.
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AIR Remote also allows users to switch between the control method they prefer, either a button-based controller or swipe gestures. Pricing: Free, Otherwise $3.49 for Pro Version Download AIR Remote 06 of 06 <h2> An Alternative IR Solution TV Apple Remote Control </h2> What We Like Free to download and install IR-blaster is extremely easy to use Interface is familiar for Apple TV owners What We Don't Like Requires an IR-blaster to function IR requires line of sight with Apple TV No option for removing the in-app advertisements Interface design can feel cheap If the previous option isn&#39;t your cup of tea, we suggest checking out the TV Remote Control app for your Android device. Requiring an IR-blaster, setup is as easy as just opening the application on your device and clicking a button.
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AIR Remote also allows users to switch between the control method they prefer, either a button-based controller or swipe gestures. Pricing: Free, Otherwise $3.49 for Pro Version Download AIR Remote 06 of 06

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The interface is modeled after an actual 3rd-generation Apple TV remote which some users may enjoy, but others might find gimmicky and unattractive. We do wish there was a paid version of this application as it contains advertisements, and we pine for an option to disable or remove them. Otherwise, it makes an excellent Apple TV remote app for your Android smartphone or tablet.
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The interface is modeled after an actual 3rd-generation Apple TV remote which some users may enjoy, but others might find gimmicky and unattractive. We do wish there was a paid version of this application as it contains advertisements, and we pine for an option to disable or remove them. Otherwise, it makes an excellent Apple TV remote app for your Android smartphone or tablet.
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