# Smart Remote for RokuTV Ctrl vs Remote X for Roku TV

The clearest difference is ads: Smart Remote for RokuTV Ctrl at none against Remote X for Roku TV's shown. Smart Remote for RokuTV Ctrl also leads on ratings volume (262 vs 20) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 16.0). Remote X for Roku TV's advantage is update cadence (every 3 days vs every 8 months) and rating (4.3 vs 4.0). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Smart Remote for RokuTV Ctrl sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Remote X for Roku TV sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Remote X for Roku TV holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Smart Remote for RokuTV Ctrl has 262 ratings behind it against 20, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Smart Remote for RokuTV Ctrl ships an update every 8 months, Remote X for Roku TV every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Smart Remote for RokuTV Ctrl | Remote X for Roku TV |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.0 (262 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-remote-for-rokutv-ctrl/id1309039588/reviews) | **[4.3 (20 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-x-for-roku-tv/id6502385633/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **262** | 20 |
| Positive reviews | 53.6% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 8 months | **Every 3 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 16 MB | 106 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [TINAC Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/539875795) | [Fortex Solutions](https://appshunter.io/developer/1745282454) |

## 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


### Remote X for Roku TV

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-x-for-roku-tv/id6502385633)

Control your Roku TV device with an intuitive interface and a large touchpad for easy navigation. This app offers universal compatibility with all Roku models and allows direct channel launching. Connect to the same Wi-Fi network for seamless control of your smart TV.

**Highlights:** Automatic Roku device detection, Universal compatibility with all Roku models, Large touchpad for navigation, Direct channel launching, Intuitive interface

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

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Subscription | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Yearly with trial | $19.99 | per year |
| Lifetime 80% discount | $4.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime | $4.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime 60% discount | $9.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime 40% discount | $14.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime 20% discount | $19.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime full | $24.99 | 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 Remote X for Roku TV free?

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

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

Remote X for Roku TV is rated higher. Smart Remote for RokuTV Ctrl averages 4.0 out of 5 from 262 ratings, while Remote X for Roku TV averages 4.3 from 20 ratings.

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

Remote X for Roku TV shows ads; Smart Remote for RokuTV Ctrl does not.

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

Smart Remote for RokuTV Ctrl ships an update every 8 months, and Remote X for Roku TV every 3 days. Most recently, Smart Remote for RokuTV Ctrl was updated on November 2, 2026 and Remote X for Roku TV on November 4, 2026.

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