# Remote for LG TV Smart Control

> WiFi remote control for LG smart TV | Connect phone with TV - Universal remote

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.controlla.lgremoteapp](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.controlla.lgremoteapp)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.controlla.lgremoteapp`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** ControllaTV
- **Category:** TOOLS
- **Downloads:** 14,623,787
- **Rating:** 4.44 / 5 (263,626 ratings)
- **Version:** 4.8
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-10
- **First published:** 2023-04-04
- **Publisher country:** IL
- **Size:** 42 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-12
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.controlla.lgremoteapp)
- **Website:** [https://www.controlla-tv.com/](https://www.controlla-tv.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.controlla-tv.com/](https://www.controlla-tv.com/)

## Description

## Remote for LG TV Smart Control

This app transforms your Android phone into a powerful WiFi remote control designed exclusively for LG Smart TVs. Whether you lost or broke your physical remote, this app serves as an ideal backup that connects your phone to your LG Smart TV via the same WiFi network, enabling seamless control of your TV's functionalities. Easily turn your TV on or off, adjust volume, change channels, navigate through apps like Netflix, Amazon, and YouTube, and use specialized buttons such as color buttons, number keyboards, and media controls.

### Key Features

- Connect multiple LG Smart TVs and switch between them effortlessly.
- Auto-connect feature ensures your remote is ready whenever the app opens.
- Vibrations provide tactile feedback on button presses.
- Covers a wide range of controls including power, playback, menu navigation, and more.

Download Remote for LG TV Smart Control today to enjoy a reliable and intuitive TV viewing experience without the need for the original remote.

*Note: This is an independent app not affiliated with LG Electronics.*

## Rankings

- #10,101 — Overall
- #148 — Tools (Gross)
- #15 — control

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.BROADCAST_CLOSE_SYSTEM_DIALOGS`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_WIFI_MULTICAST_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.READ_BASIC_PHONE_STATE`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.WRITE_SETTINGS`
- `com.amazon.privacypass.ATTEST`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`
- `com.controlla.lgremoteapp.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`

## Review summary

Users praise the app for replacing a broken remote and quick TV connectivity across brands like LG and Samsung. However, many complain about heavy ads, unstable connections requiring restarts, and update loops forcing extra app installs.

### Pros

- Works with multiple TVs (LG and Samsung) and can serve as a replacement when the physical remote is lost or broken.
- Connects quickly to the TV and can stay connected even after you close the app.
- Generally easy to use and receives broadly positive reviews (described as very good / best app).

### Cons

- Excessive ads that disrupt usage (ads appear frequently).
- Unstable/inconsistent connectivity requiring restarts or clearing the cache.
- Update/install loops that force downloading additional remote apps during updates.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.controlla.lgremoteapp)