Comparison

Widget Remote for Roku vs Roku・TV Remote Control

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

Head to head
About

Widget Remote for Roku

Control your Roku or NOW TV device directly from your iPhone or iPad with a convenient widget. Quickly play, pause, navigate, and launch your favorite channels. Easily input text and manage multiple devices.

Highlights
  • Widget control without opening app
  • Launch favorite channels instantly
  • Easy text input via device keyboard
  • Manage multiple Roku/NOW TV devices
  • Custom channel shortcuts for actions
  • Gesture-based navigation
  • Enhanced TV controls (Power, Volume, Input)
Features
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Roku & NOW TV Widget Remote Misplaced your remote? Lost it down the sofa? Take control of your Roku or NOW TV device instantly with a fast, simple, and powerful remote right from your iPhone or iPad. Control your TV in seconds Access a fully featured remote directly from your iOS widget — no need to open the app. It’s the quickest way to play, pause, navigate, and switch channels. Launch your favourite channels instantly Browse and open all installed channels from one screen. Skip the endless on-screen menus and jump straight into the apps you love. Easy text input Use your device’s keyboard to enter text quickly and comfortably — perfect for searches, logins, and passwords. Manage multiple devices Have more than one Roku or NOW TV device? Switch between them effortlessly, rename them for easy recognition, and remove old devices anytime. Custom channel shortcuts Automate common actions by recording remote commands and saving them as custom channels. Launch your favourite tasks with a single tap. Enhanced TV controls On supported Roku TVs, unlock additional buttons for: Power Volume Input selection And more Gesture-based control Use swipe gestures to navigate your TV smoothly — control playback without constantly looking at your phone. Quick and simple setup Just connect your iPhone or iPad to the same Wi-Fi network as your Roku or NOW TV device and it will appear automatically. Disclaimer: This app is not affiliated with or endorsed by Roku or NOW TV. It is designed solely to control compatible devices.

About

Roku・TV Remote Control

This app turns your device into a comprehensive remote for Roku TVs and streaming devices. Easily navigate channels, control playback, launch apps, and manage inputs with a user-friendly interface. Enjoy features like private listening and a touchpad for seamless entertainment control.

Highlights
  • Full Roku remote functionality
  • Quick channel access
  • Launch streaming apps
  • Private listening via headphones
  • Touchpad navigation
  • Wi-Fi control
  • Keyboard input
Features
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Roku・TV Remote Control transforms your device into a powerful remote for your Roku TV and streaming devices. Navigate channels, control playback, and manage apps with a sleek, intuitive interface designed for seamless entertainment. Key Features: - Full Roku remote functionality: power, volume, navigation, and shortcuts - Quick access to your favorite channels - Launch streaming apps and switch inputs effortlessly - Private listening via headphone support - Easy-to-use touchpad for smooth navigation - Wi-Fi connection for reliable, instant control - Keyboard input for fast typing and searches - Works with Roku TVs, players, and sticks Take control of your Roku experience from anywhere in the room with Roku・TV Remote Control. Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at the time of purchase confirmation. Subscription renews automatically unless it is cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage and cancel your subscriptions by going to your account settings on the App Store after purchase. Terms of Use & Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/13_D9LmLPsuNTvFTgnFgRwg6GVqx-vqdthAicWdN3Cm4/edit?usp=sharing https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Bt-_HcwKzanYzB5EXilI6PAusiQIfkMtfnbg_p0d1xc/edit?usp=sharing

Screenshots

Widget Remote for Roku4 screens
Roku・TV Remote Control4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Roku・TV Remote Control at 4.6 against Widget Remote for Roku's 4.1. Roku・TV Remote Control also leads on ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (68% vs 42%). Widget Remote for Roku's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 6 weeks) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Widget Remote for Roku sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Roku・TV Remote Control sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Roku・TV Remote Control holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 186 and 853 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 42% of Widget Remote for Roku's written reviews are positive against 68% of Roku・TV Remote Control's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Widget Remote for Roku ships an update every 2 weeks, Roku・TV Remote Control every 6 weeks. Both last shipped on October 13, 2026.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Widget Remote for Roku versus Roku・TV Remote Control: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWidget Remote for RokuRoku・TV Remote Control
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.1 (186 ratings)4.6 (853 ratings) — better
Positive reviews41.7% of reviews68.2% of reviews — better
Number of ratings186853 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 6 weeks
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.6 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size26 MB74 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJohn BensonLiridon Cela

Customer experience

Widget Remote for Roku

All ratings186 ratings
Positive75.3%
Neutral5.9%
Negative18.8%
Written reviews24 reviews
Positive41.7%
Neutral4.2%
Negative54.2%

Roku・TV Remote Control

All ratings853 ratings
Positive88.7%
Neutral4.2%
Negative7.0%
Written reviews22 reviews
Positive68.2%
Neutral4.5%
Negative27.3%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Widget Remote for Roku

One-time1
  • Remove Adverts$2.99
4 purchases

Roku・TV Remote Control

Subscriptions4
  • Roku TV Remote, Play Control$5.997 Days
  • Roku TV Universal・Smart Remote3 Days trial$5.997 Days
  • Roku TV Universal・Smart Remote$19.991 Month
Show 1 more
  • Roku TV Remote, Play Control$39.991 Year

Questions

Is Widget Remote for Roku free?
Widget Remote for Roku is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Roku・TV Remote Control free?
Roku・TV Remote Control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Widget Remote for Roku or Roku・TV Remote Control?
Roku・TV Remote Control is rated higher. Widget Remote for Roku averages 4.1 out of 5 from 186 ratings, while Roku・TV Remote Control averages 4.6 from 853 ratings.
Do Widget Remote for Roku or Roku・TV Remote Control have ads?
Widget Remote for Roku shows ads; Roku・TV Remote Control does not.
Which is updated more often, Widget Remote for Roku or Roku・TV Remote Control?
Widget Remote for Roku ships an update every 2 weeks, and Roku・TV Remote Control every 6 weeks. Most recently, Widget Remote for Roku was updated on October 13, 2026 and Roku・TV Remote Control on October 13, 2026.

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