# Roam: A Better Remote for Roku — A you-first remote for Roku

> Free Roku remote app with cross-platform support and advanced control features. (iPhone/iPad app by Scott Driggers.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/roam-a-better-remote-for-roku/id6469834197 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Scott Driggers](https://appshunter.io/developer/1712026053)
- Category: Utilities, Entertainment
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.70/5 from 278 App Store ratings · 115 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 18.6 · 35 MB
- Languages: American English, Arabic, Filipino, French (France), German (Germany), Italian, Brazilian Portuguese, Punjabi, Chinese (Simplified, China), Latin American Spanish and 1 more
- Released: 2023-11-01
- Data updated: 2026-08-27
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/roam-a-better-remote-for-roku/id6469834197/reviews.md

## What is Roam?

Roam is a free app with no ads!

-   Runs on Mac, iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, VisionOS and (soon) Apple TV!
-   Smart platform integration with keyboard shortcuts on Mac and keyboard/volume control on iOS
-   Use shortcuts, widgets or Siri to control your TV without ever opening the app
-   Private listening support on Mac and iOS (play the audio from your TV through your headphones)
-   Discovers devices on your local network as soon as you open the app
-   Intuitive design with apple's native SwiftUI design system
-   Fast and lightweight (8 MB download) and opens instantly

## Key features

- Cross-platform control (Mac, iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, VisionOS)
- Keyboard shortcuts and volume control
- Siri and widget integration
- Private listening via headphones
- Automatic device discovery
- Intuitive SwiftUI design

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lunch | $10.00 | one-time |
| Black Coffee | $3.00 | one-time |
| Latte | $5.00 | one-time |
| Dinner | $20.00 | one-time |


## What do users think of Roam?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 🚀 Fast and responsive
- 👍 Intuitive and user-friendly
- 🔒 Secure and reliable
- 💡 Innovative features
- 🎨 Smooth and polished design
- 💸 Free and open-source

**Cons**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes or bugs
- 🔌 Connectivity issues
- 🔊 Audio/headphone problems
- 🖱️ Suboptimal control layout

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App crashes or fails to open
- Remote controls not working as expected
- Connectivity issues between app and Roku device

**Most requested features**

- Add support for more devices (e.g., Google TV, Apple TV)
- Implement voice control or voice search
- Allow customization of the control layout
- Improve the widget/menulet functionality

## Recent user reviews (10 of 115)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/roam-a-better-remote-for-roku/id6469834197/reviews.md

### 5/5 — What the Roku App should have been.

*2026-08-22*

Launch your favorite Roku apps with a touch; raise, lower and mute the sound (even on a sound bar); shut everything down when it’s time for bed.  Can our TV-viewing lives get any better?

### 5/5 — How novel, free and functional!

*2026-07-24*

The app works well. It includes no ads, no subscriptions, no one time buy. The app is easy to use. It includes volume controls, which is very nice. The app seems to be very lightweight and so far no buggy behaviors. Excellent work thank you!

It’s really sad that all of these features being free seems to be a novel idea anymore.

### 5/5 — It just works

*2026-05-15, version 1.48*

Thank you Scott for this app!  My routine on the couch is to switch focus between Roku TV and MacBook.  Handy to be able to mute sound or do other stuff without having to reach for physical remote.

### 5/5 — Awesome!

*2026-05-05, version 1.48*

This is such a great app to have; deafently recommend!

### 5/5 — A Flawless Roku Remote for Free!

*2026-05-02*

My Roku remote power button stopped working, so I needed an app to replace it. I was frustrated that so many of the other apps required a subscription for something so basic. This app worked right away and has been excellent. It is actually better than the original remote, and the fact that it is free makes it even better. I have been very happy with it and highly recommend it.

### 5/5 — This app is great…

*2026-04-15, version 1.48*

So convenient to use my desktop iMac to control my TCL Roku TV.  In fact, it’s better than the remote!

### 5/5 — hiu

*2026-04-08, version 1.48*

bvyft

### 5/5 — Dog

*2026-04-06, version 1.48*

My dog keep eating Roku remote eat 6 remote.   Now I get you app work grate  no more dog eat  !,

### 5/5 — Clean interface, no lag.

*2026-04-05, version 1.48*

Exactly what it advertises, quick install and use. Clean UI w/ no ads. Perfect.

### 5/5 — Actual good app

*2026-03-28, version 1.48*

Refreshing to see an actual free app, and not a subscription based remote

## Frequently asked questions about Roam

### What does Roam do?

Roam is a free application designed to function as a remote control for your Roku devices. It offers a more advanced and integrated experience than the standard Roku remote, with features accessible across various Apple platforms.

### What are the key features of Roam?

Key features include cross-platform control for Mac, iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and VisionOS, smart platform integration with keyboard shortcuts and volume control, private listening support, automatic device discovery, and an intuitive design.

### Is Roam free to use?

Yes, Roam is a completely free application. It does not contain any advertisements or in-app purchases, providing a seamless and uninterrupted user experience.

### What devices is Roam compatible with?

Roam is compatible with Mac, iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and VisionOS. Support for Apple TV is also planned for future release.

### How can I control my Roku with Roam without opening the app?

You can control your Roku without opening the app by utilizing its shortcut features, widgets, or by using Siri commands. This allows for quick and convenient access to TV controls.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.53 — 2026-08-24

-   Performance improvements and bug fixes

### 1.52 — 2026-08-20

-   Performance improvements and bug fixes

### 1.50 — 2026-08-09

- Buy me a coffee

### 1.48 — 2025-06-13

-   Performance improvements and bug fixes

### 1.47 — 2025-06-12

-   Performance improvements when a user has many Roku apps loaded
-   Fixing watchOS messages crash

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## More apps by Scott Driggers

- [Artemis Care](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/artemis-care/id6474037480)
- [Artemis Setup](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/artemis-setup/id6785092150)

All apps by Scott Driggers: https://appshunter.io/developer/1712026053

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