# TVO - Remote for TiVo — Fast TiVo remote & keyboard

> Fast and easy TiVo remote control for iOS devices with a full keyboard. (iPhone/iPad app by Danielle Jackson.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tvo-remote-for-tivo/id1224990564 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Danielle Jackson](https://appshunter.io/developer/1052610395)
- Category: Utilities, Entertainment
- Price: $4.99
- Rating: 3.30/5 from 197 App Store ratings · 78 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 11.0 · 98 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2017-04-13
- Data updated: 2026-08-25
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tvo-remote-for-tivo/id1224990564/reviews.md

## What is TVO?

TVO Remote is the easiest and fastest way to control your TiVo from your iPhone, iPad, or Apple Watch.

FEATURES
- Automatically discovers TiVo devices on your network
- Compatible with Series 3, Series 4 (Premiere), Series 5 (Roamio), Virgin V6, and Series 6 (Bolt and Bolt Vox) TiVos
- Easy step by step setup instructions
- Control your TiVo from your wrist by installing the Apple Watch app (included with purchase)
- View status of TiVos in your home (for example: see what channel your kid is currently watching)
- COMPLETE KEYBOARD.  Supports all the special characters supported on TiVo like @, $, *, &, etc., to make logging into services and pasting passwords easy.  Keyboard has built in controls above the keyboard to navigate your TiVo and delete text
- Bonus buttons (closed-captions on/off).  More coming soon.
- iPad: Split View supports allows you to keep your remote on the screen while you use other apps (see screenshot)
- AD FREE, fully unlocked
- Supports telnet and RPC based communications. RPC is available for Series 4+ 


SUPPORT
Please email at support@annies-ok.com for questions or support.

SUGGESTIONS
Email us at support@annies-ok.com, we'd love to hear your ideas!

## Key features

- Automatic TiVo device discovery
- Full keyboard with special character support
- Apple Watch app for wrist control
- View TiVo status
- Split View support on iPad
- Bonus buttons

## What do users think of TVO?

Overall sentiment: negative

**Pros**

- ✅ Works well with compatible TiVo models (Roamio, Bolt)
- ⚡ Quick setup process when compatible
- 📱 Apple Watch integration available
- 🎯 Network discovery functionality
- 🔄 Responsive button controls on supported devices
- 👥 Good customer support responsiveness (when available)

**Cons**

- ❌ Incompatible with TiVo Mini devices
- ❌ Incompatible with TiVo 4K streaming devices
- 🔌 Requires existing remote for initial setup
- 🐛 Frequent connection failures
- 🐛 App crashes and freezes regularly
- ⏱️ Slow response times (up to 2 seconds delay)
- 🚫 Missing power button functionality
- 🔇 Missing volume control button
- 💰 Paid app ($4.99-$6.45) with limited functionality
- 📞 Difficult to contact support
- 🌐 WiFi dependency not clearly communicated
- ⌨️ Keyboard input limited to single characters
- 🔍 Unreliable device discovery on network

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App crashes after pressing 'Got It' on intro screen
- App freezes after single button press
- Cannot connect to TiVo despite correct IP address
- Network scan fails to find available devices
- Keyboard only accepts first character
- Intro modal displays off-screen on some devices
- Connection drops and requires app restart
- Support page fails to load
- Inconsistent device recognition

**Most requested features**

- Power on/off button
- Volume and mute controls
- TV volume control integration
- Green standby button
- Subtitles on/off button
- Siri integration
- Watch face complication for quick access
- Support for multiple device switching via IP
- Multi-character keyboard input
- Better device discovery reliability

## Recent user reviews (10 of 78)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tvo-remote-for-tivo/id1224990564/reviews.md

### 2/5 — TVO Remote doesn’t work with TiVo Mini

*2025-12-04, version 1.3.6*

I bought this to use with the Mini in the bedroom, but it doesn’t 😢. Is there something I need to do to make it access the Mini and not the main box?

### 5/5 — Still works fine in 2025

*2025-10-08, version 1.3.6*

If you’re the rare individual that still uses a TiVo DVR, then you should know this app still works well as of 10/8/25.  I’ve been using it on Apple Watch to control my Roamio OTA. It does seem to be slightly slow, at least via Apple Watch. It can take up to 2 seconds for the TiVo to react after pressing a button, but it always responds so be patient.  Also it does NOT seem to be able to control a TiVo mini. Those are the only two issues I noticed.

### 1/5 — No funciona

*2025-07-31, version 1.3.6*

No funciona, no la descarguen

### 5/5 — Great way to save on used TiVo devices

*2025-03-24, version 1.3.6*

I was looking to cut-the-cord and use TiVo as an Over-the-Air DVR. I have a Lifetime License and thought it would be
Smart to pick up some cheap Bolt and Mini units that were super-low priced because they did not have a remote.

This TiVo Remote app immediately searched my network and found two models of TiVo and a Mini. Because the Mini was not listed in the app description as a supported device I tested it first and the app and I worked perfectly.

The app shows the TiVo devices by IP Address and you need to set the name manually. This is simple to do once you control each device.

This test and review was completed in March 2025.

### 1/5 — Whelp

*2024-11-17, version 1.3.6*

After a month it stopped working.  Tried over and over to make it work. Did the manual thing. 
Nothing.

### 2/5 — Will not replace lost remote

*2024-08-12, version 1.3.6*

Please note you have to have a remote to set the TiVo to work with this app.  You have been warned. If you have a remote it might work but I could not get that far.

### 1/5 — Doesn’t work with TiVo 4K

*2024-05-03, version 1.3.6*

Want my money back 😡

### 1/5 — Don’t buy, app doesn’t work

*2024-01-15, version 1.3.6*

Scam

### 1/5 — iOS Tivo remote

*2023-12-13, version 1.3.6*

What’s the point without “power” and “volume”??

Apparently a standing problem that should be addressed

### 1/5 — Awful

*2022-12-23, version 1.3.6*

Bought the app for it to not work at all, won’t connect to the TiVo, and crashes frequently. When you go to the app support page, it fails to load. You can’t contact support at all. So that was a waste of money that I guess I won’t get back.

## Frequently asked questions about TVO

### What does TVO Remote do?

TVO Remote allows you to control your TiVo device directly from your iPhone, iPad, or Apple Watch. It provides a fast and easy way to navigate your TiVo, enter text using a full keyboard, and access bonus functions.

### What TiVo models are compatible with TVO Remote?

This app is compatible with a wide range of TiVo models, including Series 3, Series 4 (Premiere), Series 5 (Roamio), Virgin V6, and Series 6 (Bolt and Bolt Vox) TiVos.

### How much does TVO Remote cost?

TVO Remote is a paid application. It is ad-free and fully unlocked upon purchase, meaning there are no in-app purchases or subscriptions required to access all features.

### Can I use TVO Remote on my Apple Watch?

Yes, the app includes an Apple Watch application that allows you to control your TiVo directly from your wrist. This feature is included with the purchase of the app.

### What are the benefits of the full keyboard feature?

The complete keyboard supports all special characters needed for TiVo, making it easy to log into streaming services and paste passwords. It also includes built-in navigation controls above the keyboard for efficient text input and TiVo navigation.

## Version history (last 5 of 5)

### 1.3.6 — 2022-12-16

Fixes RPC bug that may have caused recent connection issues.

### 1.3.5 — 2020-12-22

Various improvements and bug fixes

### 1.3.4 — 2020-10-12

Fixes issue where RPC enable switch was sometimes hidden, improvements to Watch connectivity, and improvements to TiVo discoverability.

### 1.3.3 — 2019-03-18

Adds improvement for entering long text in keyboard

### 1.3.2 — 2019-03-13

Fixes a bug that caused the back button to not work properly in some apps.

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