# Roon Remote (Legacy) — Control for legacy Roon 1.8

> Control and play your Roon 1.8 music library on compatible audio devices. (iPhone/iPad app by Roon Labs LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/roon-remote-legacy/id1639558753 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Roon Labs LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1014764082)
- Category: Music, Music
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.75/5 from 4 App Store ratings · 3 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 11.0 · 401 MB
- Released: 2022-09-20
- Data updated: 2026-06-11
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/roon-remote-legacy/id1639558753/reviews.md

## What is Roon Remote (Legacy)?

*** Requires a valid Roon subscription ***

Important: Roon Remote (Legacy) works with Roon version 1.8 only. The latest version of Roon is 2.0. 

With Roon 1.8 installed a Mac, PC, Nucleus, or other server, Roon Remote (Legacy) lets you browse and play your music library on over 1,000 compatible audio devices. 

What is Roon?

The ultimate music expert: 
Roon combines your files and streams into one vast, interconnected digital library, inviting you on new and immersive journeys of musical discovery - every time you jump in. Artist photos, credits, bios, reviews, lyrics, tour dates, and composers are located automatically, then interconnected by links to build a 360º view of your music collection. Filter and sort virtually any music in Roon by performer, producer, composer, label, and a wide variety of other parameters.

Roon goes far beyond the “algorithmic recommendations” you’ll find in mass-market streaming apps. Using its deep metadata and an understanding of over 100,000 expert listeners, Roon surfaces and suggests music with uncanny sensitivity and insight.

Roon plays all of your music on every device:
Roon plays music flawlessly on thousands of Roon Ready, Airplay, Chromecast, USB and HDMI devices. Roon also allows you to enjoy your music everywhere with multi-room playback on every platform or device. 

Get the best possible sound quality from your audio gear: 
With bit-perfect playback, exhaustive format support, and powerful DSP, Roon gets the best possible sound quality from your audio gear. It's also the world’s only player with end-to-end MQA (high-resolution streaming) support, even for those without MQA-capable hardware.

## Key features

- Browse and play music library
- Connects to over 1,000 audio devices
- Deep music metadata and discovery
- Bit-perfect playback
- Multi-room audio support
- Control Roon 1.8

## Recent user reviews (3 of 3)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/roon-remote-legacy/id1639558753/reviews.md

### 1/5 — This will cause great pain

*2023-02-20*

Roon is a hassle overly complex and doesn’t work correctly and the NO Support.

### 1/5 — Does not showing my iPhone12 Max

*2022-10-13, version 1.8.01126*

I’m not ready to 2.0 but staying 1.8 .. i downloaded 1.8 legacy ver 1126 then install this compatibility app so on .. it does not play music or showing my iPhone like the Roon remote 1.8 before i used to … it’s very annoyed.

### 1/5 — Does not connect with Roon Core 1.8 build 1105

*2022-09-22, version 1.8.01126*

Unfortunately the transition to Roon 2.0 is mangled. Now I cannot use the Roon app on my iPhone or iPad because it fails to connect with the legacy Roon Core. Works only if I remotely log into my Mac Mini server to control the playback on the server.

## Frequently asked questions about Roon Remote (Legacy)

### Does Roon Remote (Legacy) work with the latest Roon version?

No, Roon Remote (Legacy) is designed exclusively for Roon version 1.8. It does not support Roon 2.0 or later versions. Users requiring the latest features will need to use the newer Roon Remote application.

### What is Roon and what does it do?

Roon is a music management and playback software that combines your local music files and streaming services into a single, interconnected library. It automatically enriches your collection with artist bios, credits, reviews, and lyrics, facilitating deep musical discovery.

### What audio devices are compatible with Roon Remote (Legacy)?

Roon Remote (Legacy) can control playback on over 1,000 compatible audio devices, including Roon Ready, Airplay, Chromecast, USB, and HDMI devices. This allows for extensive integration with your existing audio setup.

### Can I play music in multiple rooms with Roon Remote (Legacy)?

Yes, Roon Remote (Legacy) supports multi-room playback, allowing you to enjoy your music across different rooms and devices simultaneously. This feature ensures a consistent audio experience throughout your home.

### What is the sound quality like with Roon Remote (Legacy)?

The app provides bit-perfect playback and supports a wide range of audio formats, including end-to-end MQA. This ensures you get the best possible sound quality from your audio gear, even without MQA-capable hardware.

### How often is Roon Remote (Legacy) updated?

The last update for Roon Remote (Legacy) was on November 15, 2022, with version 1.8.01151. As it is a legacy application for Roon 1.8, major feature updates are unlikely, with focus likely on critical bug fixes if any.

### What is the age rating for Roon Remote (Legacy)?

Roon Remote (Legacy) has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for children and general audiences, with no mature content concerns.

### Does Roon Remote (Legacy) require a subscription?

Yes, Roon Remote (Legacy) requires a valid Roon subscription to function. The application itself is free to download, but access to Roon's services and library management is contingent on an active subscription.

## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 1.8.01151 — 2022-11-15

Roon 1.8 has a completely new look and feel, but the differences are more than skin deep. Roon uses its deep metadata and an understanding of over 100,000 expert listeners from Valence, to suggest music with uncanny sensitivity and insight. In 1.8, Roon’s Focus feature goes beyond your library, giving you a 360º- view of artists, genre, performers, and composers. Classical recordings also have a new layout, designed to make it easy to find the classical recordings you’re looking for.

### 1.8.01136 — 2022-10-13

Roon 1.8 has a completely new look and feel, but the differences are more than skin deep. Roon uses its deep metadata and an understanding of over 100,000 expert listeners from Valence, to suggest music with uncanny sensitivity and insight. In 1.8, Roon’s Focus feature goes beyond your library, giving you a 360º- view of artists, genre, performers, and composers. Classical recordings also have a new layout, designed to make it easy to find the classical recordings you’re looking for.

### 1.8.01126 — 2022-09-20

No release notes.

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