Comparison

Universal remote for Roku tv vs TV Remote

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Universal remote for Roku tv

Control your Roku TV or streaming stick directly from your iPhone or iPad. Connect to the same WiFi network for automatic device detection and full remote functionality. Enjoy a seamless experience with all the features of your original remote.

Highlights
  • Roku TV control
  • Roku stick control
  • WiFi connection
  • Automatic device detection
  • Full remote functionality
  • iPhone/iPad compatibility
Features
Read full description

Universal Roku remote is a tv remote that allows you to easily control your Roku tv or Roku stick device directly from your iPhone / iPad. Simple to setup: Connect your iPhone / iPad to the same WiFi network as your Roku TV, the application automatically detects the device to control and you can now use your Phone to control your device. NB: This app only works with TV with Roku system embedded. The application functions as the original remote control, take advantage of all the features with your iPhone If you have any questions / comments please email us: support@nstx.fr DISCLAIMER Universal Roku is neither an official ROKU product, nor are we affiliated with the RCA/Roku company. SUBSCRIPTION: We offer auto-renewing subscription: - Length: Weekly / Monthly / Yearly - Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase - You will be able to access the Premium features of the app for the duration of the subscription - Subscription automatically renews for the same price and duration period as the original period unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period - The account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period at the cost of the chosen package. - Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's iTunes Account Settings after purchase - No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during the active subscription period - You may cancel a subscription during its free trial period via the subscription setting through your Apple account. This must be done 24 hours before the end of the subscription period to avoid being charged. Please visit https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT202039 for more information on how to proceed. - You may turn off the auto-renewal of your subscription via your Apple Account Settings. However, you are not able to cancel the current subscription during its active period - Any unused portion of a free-trial period will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription. Privacy Policy : https://nstx.io/URR/URR_privacy.html Terms of Use : https://nstx.io/URR/URR_terms.html

About

TV Remote

Control your smart TV directly from your phone. Connect via WIFI to manage volume, channels, and navigation with a touchpad and keyboard. Supports major brands like Samsung, Roku, and LG.

Highlights
  • WIFI TV connection
  • Smart TV detection
  • Touchpad navigation
  • Keyboard input
  • Channel launching
  • Voice search
Features
Read full description

TV Remote is the ultimate solution for controlling your Smart TV from the comfort of your phone. With its easy-to-use interface and compatibility with various TV brands such as Samsung, Roku, LG, Sony, FireTV, AndroidTV, Vizio, and Hisense, this app lets you take charge of your TV viewing experience. You can connect your device to your TV via WIFI, and enjoy full control of your TV functions, including volume, channels, input sources, and more, right from your mobile device. Whether you're watching a movie, playing games, or simply relaxing, the app makes it easy to manage your TV, no matter where you are. Try it today and discover a whole new level of TV control. Main features: * Automatically detects Smart TVs on the same WIFI network * Works with most popular TV brands * Large touchpad for easy menu and content navigation * Launch channels directly from the app * Fast and simple keyboard input * Voice search for hands-free control *** Upgrade to Premium to remove ads and unlock all features*** You can choose one-time payment or a yearly subscription. (with 3-day free trial) a monthly subscription a weekly subscription – Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase (After free trial period if offered). – Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. – Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal. – Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user’s Account Settings after purchase. – Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable. This app is not affiliated with or endorsed by Samsung, Roku, or any other TV brands listed above. Privacy: https://evolly.app/privacy-policy/ Terms: https://evolly.app/terms-of-service/

Screenshots

Universal remote for Roku tv3 screens
TV Remote4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: TV Remote at monthly against Universal remote for Roku tv's every 6 months. TV Remote also leads on ratings volume (605K vs 34K) and chart position (#5 vs unranked). Universal remote for Roku tv's advantage is review sentiment (31% vs 20%). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Universal remote for Roku tv sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and TV Remote sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.4 for Universal remote for Roku tv against 4.4 for TV Remote. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TV Remote has 605K ratings behind it against 34K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 31% of Universal remote for Roku tv's written reviews are positive against 20% of TV Remote's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Universal remote for Roku tv ships an update every 6 months, TV Remote monthly. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
Universal remote for Roku tv versus TV Remote: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterUniversal remote for Roku tvTV Remote
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (34K ratings)4.4 (605K ratings)
Positive reviews31.0% of reviews — better20.3% of reviews
Number of ratings34K605K — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsMonthly — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
Best chart rank#5 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS1515.0
Further details — not scored
Size80 MB188 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developeryohan teixeiraEVOLLY.APP

Customer experience

Universal remote for Roku tv

All ratings34,000 ratings
Positive85.2%
Neutral4.7%
Negative10.1%
Written reviews171 reviews
Positive31.0%
Neutral7.0%
Negative62.0%

TV Remote

All ratings604,789 ratings
Positive85.3%
Neutral3.4%
Negative11.3%
Written reviews4,222 reviews
Positive20.3%
Neutral3.1%
Negative76.6%

User reviews

Universal remote for Roku tv

From 34K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Works great
  • 👍 Convenient remote
  • 💡 Useful when remote is lost
  • 🤩 Saved the day

Room to improve

  • 🤯 Too many ads
  • 😡 Ads disrupt usage
  • 🙄 Ads every few clicks
  • 🤬 Ads make app unusable

TV Remote

From 605K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Connects easily
  • 👍 Convenient remote control
  • 🔒 Works with multiple TVs
  • 👍 Helpful when remote is lost

Room to improve

  • 🔒 Requires original remote for setup
  • 💰 Subscription required for full functionality
  • 🐛 Frequent disconnections
  • 💰 Expensive subscription
  • 🔋 Drains phone battery

Bugs and requests

Universal remote for Roku tv

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Disconnects frequently
  • Doesn't work with all TVs
  • Buttons don't always respond
  • Inconsistent interface

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add number pad for password entry
  • Reduce ad frequency
  • Allow turning TV on/off
  • Improve volume control

TV Remote

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App doesn't recognize TV
  • Power button doesn't work
  • Volume controls not functioning

Requested features

3 requests
  • Allow remote control without original remote
  • Offer more free features
  • Improve reliability and stability

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Universal remote for Roku tv

Subscriptions3
  • Premium version$4.997 Days
  • Premium version$14.991 Month
  • Premium Version$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • iRCA Premium$9.99
6 purchases

TV Remote

Subscriptions5
  • Weekly Premium$4.997 Days
  • Weekly Premium3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • Monthly Premium$8.991 Month
Show 2 more
  • Yearly Premium$19.991 Year
  • Annual Premium3 Days trial$39.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Premium.$44.99

Questions

Is Universal remote for Roku tv free?
Universal remote for Roku tv 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, Universal remote for Roku tv or TV Remote?
Universal remote for Roku tv and TV Remote are both rated 4.4 out of 5 on the App Store, from 34K and 605K ratings respectively.
Do Universal remote for Roku tv or TV Remote have ads?
Both Universal remote for Roku tv and TV Remote show ads.
Which is updated more often, Universal remote for Roku tv or TV Remote?
Universal remote for Roku tv ships an update every 6 months, and TV Remote monthly. Most recently, Universal remote for Roku tv was updated on September 24, 2026 and TV Remote on September 24, 2026.

Other comparisons