# RoByte vs Remote control for Sky

The clearest difference is ads: RoByte at none against Remote control for Sky's shown. RoByte also leads on rating (4.5 vs 4.1) and ratings volume (256K vs 32). Remote control for Sky's advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs every 5 weeks) and iOS requirement (13.1 vs 16.0). On price, review sentiment, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. RoByte sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Remote control for Sky sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

RoByte holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: RoByte has 256K ratings behind it against 32, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 53% of RoByte's written reviews are positive against 50% of Remote control for Sky's.

RoByte ships an update every 5 weeks, Remote control for Sky every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | RoByte | Remote control for Sky |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (256K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/robyte-remote-for-roku-tv-app/id1099541177/reviews)** | [4.1 (32 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-control-for-sky/id1451079366/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **256K** | 32 |
| Positive reviews | **52.9% of reviews** | 50.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | **Every 4 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 18 MB | 87 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **13.1** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Tinybyte Apps LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1592418784) | [Oz Shabbatth](https://appshunter.io/developer/1451079365) |

## What reviewers say

### RoByte

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/robyte-remote-for-roku-tv-app/id1099541177)

Control your Roku device with your iPhone or iPad. Easily navigate channels, adjust volume, and use your keyboard for text entry. Offers a touchpad for seamless navigation and pairing with multiple Roku players.

**Highlights:** Automatic network scanning for Roku devices, One-tap channel changing, Volume adjustment, Keyboard for text entry, Touchpad navigation, Pair with multiple Roku players

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| RoByte Pro | $2.99 | per month |
| RoByte Pro | $3.99 | per month |
| RoByte Pro | $19.99 | per year |
| RoByte Pro | $23.99 | per year |
| premium feature: Keyboard | $0.99 | one-time |
| premium feature: Channels | $1.99 | one-time |
| premium feature: Volume+Swipe | $1.99 | one-time |
| RoByte Premium | $3.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great app, works well
- 🚀 Responsive and fast
- 💡 Useful when remote is lost
- 👍 Aesthetically pleasing

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Connectivity issues, app disconnects frequently
- 💰 Paid features should be free
- 🔒 Poor customer support and lack of communication
- 🔋 Volume controls not working as expected

**Reported bugs**

- Upgrade purchase not working
- Keyboard not functioning properly
- Volume controls not working consistently

**Requested features**

- Add channel support
- Ability to customize TV names
- Improve keyboard functionality
- Add power on/off button


### Remote control for Sky

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-control-for-sky/id1451079366)

Control your Sky devices with this third-party remote app. It offers a user-friendly interface and saves your last remote for quick access. Enjoy a seamless experience without installation.

**Highlights:** Saves last remote, Quick access, No installation required, Easy interface, User-friendly design

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| No Ads | $3.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy setup and installation process
- 🎯 Works like the physical remote control
- 💰 Free to download with optional ad removal
- 🔌 No IR required, works over WiFi
- ⚡ Quick response and minimal delay

**What reviewers complain about**

- 📺 Frequent intrusive advertisements
- 🔌 Inconsistent connection issues
- 🔄 App crashes and won't open after updates
- 🔊 Volume button doesn't work
- 💳 Ads persist even after paying for ad-free version

**Reported bugs**

- App won't open or crashes on launch after recent updates
- Cannot find Sky Q box even when on same network
- Manual IP address entry fails to connect
- Up/Down buttons continuously repeat without stopping
- Right arrow button doesn't work for channel navigation

**Requested features**

- Support for Sky Glass and Sky Stream devices
- TV guide and Sky Planner integration
- Voice control functionality
- Improved ad placement to avoid blocking controls
- Accessibility features for visually impaired users


## Frequently asked questions

### Is RoByte free?

RoByte is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Remote control for Sky free?

Remote control for Sky is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, RoByte or Remote control for Sky?

RoByte is rated higher. RoByte averages 4.5 out of 5 from 256K ratings, while Remote control for Sky averages 4.1 from 32 ratings.

### Do RoByte or Remote control for Sky have ads?

Remote control for Sky shows ads; RoByte does not.

### Which is updated more often, RoByte or Remote control for Sky?

RoByte ships an update every 5 weeks, and Remote control for Sky every 4 days. Most recently, RoByte was updated on October 31, 2026 and Remote control for Sky on October 29, 2026.

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