# Smart Remote for RokuTV Ctrl vs TV Remote

Smart Remote for RokuTV Ctrl and TV Remote both sit at 4.0 stars, but that hides the real split: 54% of Smart Remote for RokuTV Ctrl's written reviews are positive against 0% of TV Remote's. Smart Remote for RokuTV Ctrl also leads on ratings volume (262 vs 21) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 14.0). TV Remote's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 8 months). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Smart Remote for RokuTV Ctrl sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and TV Remote sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.0 for Smart Remote for RokuTV Ctrl against 4.1 for TV Remote. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Smart Remote for RokuTV Ctrl has 262 ratings behind it against 21, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 54% of Smart Remote for RokuTV Ctrl's written reviews are positive against 0% of TV Remote's.

Smart Remote for RokuTV Ctrl ships an update every 8 months, TV Remote fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 19, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Smart Remote for RokuTV Ctrl | TV Remote |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.0 (262 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-remote-for-rokutv-ctrl/id1309039588/reviews) | **[4.1 (21 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-smart-controller/id6448697911/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **262** | 21 |
| Positive reviews | **53.6% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 8 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 16 MB | 21 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 14.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [TINAC Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/539875795) | [BETREX TECHNOLOGIES SMC PRIVATE LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1685642969) |

## What reviewers say

### Smart Remote for RokuTV Ctrl

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-remote-for-rokutv-ctrl/id1309039588)

Control your Roku TV with your phone. Offers remote functions, a keyboard for easy text input, and the ability to beam photos to your TV. Ensures seamless connection to previously used devices.

**Highlights:** Roku TV remote control, Keyboard input for TV, Automatic device connection, Photo beaming to TV, Wi-Fi network control

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Upgrade | $1.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use and intuitive interface
- 🆓 Free app with minimal ads
- 📱 Works well as lost remote replacement
- 🚀 Fast connection to Roku devices
- 💡 Can control multiple Roku TVs

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Controls frequently reverse/go backwards
- ❌ No power on/off button
- 🔇 No volume control functionality
- ⏱️ Slow device detection/connection
- 😤 Requires app restart when closed

**Reported bugs**

- Arrow key controls reverse randomly (up/down, left/right swap)
- App enters 'opposite day' mode intermittently
- Device location takes excessive time
- Beam photos feature non-functional
- Roku requires restart when app closes

**Requested features**

- Power on/off button for TV
- Volume control functionality
- Closed captions toggle for YouTube
- Video streaming from phone to TV
- Keyboard input for Pro version


### TV Remote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-smart-controller/id6448697911)

Transform your iPhone into a universal remote for your smart TV or streaming device. Control channels, launch apps, and manage playback with an intuitive interface. Discover new content and enjoy seamless streaming from anywhere.

**Highlights:** Quick setup without extra hardware, Intuitive and user-friendly interface, Dynamic channel and app control, One-touch play for instant viewing, Customizable shortcuts for apps and channels, Advanced search for content discovery, Enhanced playback controls, Multi-device and universal streaming support

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Roqu remote Monthly Pro | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Roqu Remote Monthly Pro | $4.99 | per month |
| Roqu Remote lIfetime Pro | $14.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Smart Remote for RokuTV Ctrl free?

Smart Remote for RokuTV Ctrl is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is TV Remote free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Smart Remote for RokuTV Ctrl or TV Remote?

TV Remote is rated higher. Smart Remote for RokuTV Ctrl averages 4.0 out of 5 from 262 ratings, while TV Remote averages 4.1 from 21 ratings.

### Do Smart Remote for RokuTV Ctrl or TV Remote have ads?

Neither Smart Remote for RokuTV Ctrl nor TV Remote shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Smart Remote for RokuTV Ctrl or TV Remote?

Smart Remote for RokuTV Ctrl ships an update every 8 months, and TV Remote fortnightly. Most recently, Smart Remote for RokuTV Ctrl was updated on September 19, 2026 and TV Remote on September 28, 2026.

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