# TivoCFR > Tivo DVR remote control for iPhone and Apple Watch. (iPhone/iPad app by John Weiblen.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tivocfr/id1584214636 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [John Weiblen](https://appshunter.io/developer/1584214638) - Category: Entertainment, Utilities - Price: Free with in-app purchases - Rating: 3.00/5 from 2 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 13.0 · 9 MB - Languages: English - Released: 2021-12-01 - Data updated: 2026-06-05 - Monetization: free with in-app purchases - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tivocfr/id1584214636/reviews.md ## What is TivoCFR? TivoCFR is a wifi remote control for Tivo DVRs. It is a fully functional remote on both iPhone and Apple Watch. The app breaks the Tivo remote into a well organized 4 page remote and maximizes button sizes, especially on Apple Watch. Swipe left and right to page through the different sections of the remote. The iPhone app is free (ads supported) and fully functional after download. It also serves as a settings companion for the Apple Watch app. The Apple Watch app is free to download with functionality limited to trick play functions.  Test the watch app in this limited state. Then get the 7-day trial to unlock all features before you buy. Use the iPhone app to discover/add/send Tivo devices and change/send settings to the Apple Watch app. Please reference the Initial Setup in Settings > Help on the iPhone app. Features: The Apple Watch app is totally independent of the iPhone app. Long press the Pause/Device button to switch Tivo devices. All Settings, Device discovery and Purchases are handled by the iPhone app. Quick Play - (Apple Watch app only). This setting is optional and can be turned off in Settings. Used when fast forwarding or rewinding. The Tivo device returns to play state the next time the watch is activated. Grid Display - Turn on Grid Display to see how the grid fits iPhone or Apple Watch. ## Key features - Full Tivo DVR remote on iPhone and Apple Watch - Organized 4-page remote layout - Maximized button sizes - Device discovery and settings management - 7-day trial for full feature unlock - Quick Play feature on Apple Watch ## Pricing and in-app purchases Base price: Free. **One-time purchases** | Purchase | Price | Type | | --- | --- | --- | | Purchase TivoCFR | $2.99 | one-time | | Free 7 Day TivoCFR Trial | Free | one-time | ## Recent user reviews (1 of 1) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tivocfr/id1584214636/reviews.md ### 1/5 — Totally unreliable *2024-03-25* Totally unreliable. Stops working. Dead-ware? ## Frequently asked questions about TivoCFR ### Does TivoCFR have ads? The iPhone version of TivoCFR is free and ad-supported. The Apple Watch app is free to download with limited functionality, and a trial is available to unlock all features before purchase. ### What devices does TivoCFR support? TivoCFR is supported on iPhone, Apple Watch, iPad, and iPod. It is designed to control Tivo DVRs. ### How do I switch Tivo devices with TivoCFR? You can switch Tivo devices on the Apple Watch app by long-pressing the Pause/Device button. All device discovery and management are handled through the iPhone app. ### Is TivoCFR free to use? The iPhone app is free and ad-supported, offering full functionality. The Apple Watch app is free to download but has limited features, with a 7-day trial available to unlock everything before buying. ### What is the Quick Play feature in TivoCFR? Quick Play is an optional feature on the Apple Watch app that automatically returns the Tivo device to a play state when fast forwarding or rewinding, the next time the watch is activated. ### How often is TivoCFR updated? The latest version of TivoCFR is 2.0.9, last updated on August 14, 2022. Updates typically address bug fixes and feature enhancements. ### What is the age rating for TivoCFR? TivoCFR has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for users of all ages, with no mature content. ### Where can I find setup instructions for TivoCFR? Initial setup instructions for TivoCFR can be found in the Settings > Help section within the iPhone app. ## Version history (last 4 releases) ### 2.0.9 — 2022-08-14 iPhone app is now fully functional with free download (ads supported).  The remote can be reduced for one-hand control whether you are right or left handed. The Apple Watch app is free to download. Unlock all features with a 7-day trial before you buy the full app. ### 2.0.7 — 2021-12-19 Updated Watch Connectivity ### 2.0.6 — 2021-12-04 Improved Data sharing between iPhone and Apple Watch ### 2.0.3 — 2021-12-01 No release notes. ## Apps similar to TivoCFR | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [KKNI-FM](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kkni-fm/id1403969598) | — | Free | Entertainment | | [InfinityLink TV](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/infinitylink-tv/id1632568900) | 5.0 (2) | Free | Entertainment | | [TiVo](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tivo/id401673976) | 2.0 (3,256) | Free | Entertainment | | [Purple Dragon Stickers](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/purple-dragon-stickers/id6462783939) | — | Free | Entertainment | | [EsthervilleTV](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/esthervilletv/id1616564043) | — | Free | Entertainment | | [HomeStreamTV](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/homestreamtv/id1483172641) | 2.3 (14) | Free | Entertainment | ## More apps by John Weiblen - [RokuCFR](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rokucfr/id1600362337) All apps by John Weiblen: https://appshunter.io/developer/1584214638 --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-06-05.*