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pocketty vs TV Remote App

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pocketty compared with TV Remote App
Detailpocketty logo pockettyTV Remote App logo TV Remote App
What it doesAn SSH terminal for iPhone and iPad that connects directly to your computers Control your smart TV with your smartphone or tablet instead of using a physical remote
StageNot given Established
FoundedNot given 2010
Based inNot given DE
Pricing modelNot given Freemium
PricingFree for 14 days, then $99 once (launch price, will increase to $129 later). iPhone and iPad. Every future update included. No subscription, no account, no ads. Free with optional one-time premium upgrade for ad removal and extra features
Key features
  • Native herdr integration with live Pane state
  • SSH key in Secure Enclave with Face ID protection
  • File browser with syntax highlighting in 20 color schemes
  • Localhost port preview through SSH connection
  • Control multiple TV brands including Roku, Fire TV, Samsung, LG, Android TV and VIZIO
  • Change channels, adjust volume and navigate menus
  • Search for content using phone keyboard
  • Control multiple devices from a single app
  • Works on iOS, Android, Huawei and Amazon devices
  • Access channel guides and app shortcuts
What makes it different
  • Direct SSH connection with no servers in between, ensuring terminal output never touches pocketty servers
  • Sealed notifications that only your phone can decrypt; relay and Apple see only ciphertext
  • No subscriptions required - one-time payment for premium features instead of recurring fees
  • Works with TV models from 2013 onwards and many older models
  • Backup solution when original remote breaks or gets lost
  • Built by experienced developers in Germany since 2010
Free planNot given Not given
Open sourceNot given Not given
PlatformsNot given Not given
Public APINot given Not given
Community votes00
DR (Domain Rating by Ahrefs)11 −1 (down) since last check28 no change since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)98
Citation Flow (Majestic)3119
Referring domains (Majestic)10424

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