Comparison

Widget Remote for Roku vs N Controller, Gamepad for TV

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

N Controller, Gamepad for TV

Control your Roku TV or streaming device directly from your smartphone. Easily navigate menus, launch apps, adjust volume, and switch inputs with a user-friendly interface. Offers quick setup and convenient features like an on-screen keyboard and shake-to-play functionality.

Highlights
  • Automatic device discovery
  • Full remote functionality
  • Power and volume controls
  • On-screen keyboard
  • HDMI input switching
  • Shake to play/pause
Features
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Say hello to N Controller—your convenient way to control your TV and enjoy compatible games right from your iPhone. N Controller turns your phone into a powerful N Remote and virtual Gamepad, making it easy to navigate your TV, launch supported games, and control your entertainment from one place. Simply connect over your local Wi-Fi network and start using your device in just a few moments. Please note: This is an unofficial third-party application. While we strive to provide the best possible experience, compatibility may vary depending on your TV model, firmware version, and local network configuration. With N Controller, you can use your iPhone as a wireless Gamepad for compatible games, navigate your TV with N Remote controls, and connect quickly over your local Wi-Fi network without additional hardware or cables. The app is designed with a clean, intuitive interface that makes both gaming and everyday TV navigation simple and comfortable. To help prevent fraudulent refund requests, anonymous information about app usage may be shared with Apple as described in our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. Contact: afarruslan@gmail.com Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1C8X9zSnGe8qOgWRWGFJMm-6rdqi1T5cOSlJ-EgsZYPI/edit?usp=sharing Terms of Use: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1C8X9zSnGe8qOgWRWGFJMm-6rdqi1T5cOSlJ-EgsZYPI/edit?usp=sharing

Screenshots

Widget Remote for Roku4 screens
N Controller, Gamepad for TV4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: N Controller, Gamepad for TV at 100% against Widget Remote for Roku's 42%. N Controller, Gamepad for TV also leads on rating (4.7 vs 4.1) and ads (none vs shown). Widget Remote for Roku's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 15 months) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, ratings volume, 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 N Controller, Gamepad for TV sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

N Controller, Gamepad for TV holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 187 and 147 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 42% of Widget Remote for Roku's written reviews are positive against 100% of N Controller, Gamepad for TV's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Widget Remote for Roku ships an update every 2 weeks, N Controller, Gamepad for TV every 15 months. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Widget Remote for Roku versus N Controller, Gamepad for TV: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWidget Remote for RokuN Controller, Gamepad for TV
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.1 (187 ratings)4.7 (147 ratings) — better
Positive reviews41.7% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings187 — better147
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 15 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.6 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size26 MB57 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJohn BensonHUIS KIEN

Customer experience

Widget Remote for Roku

All ratings187 ratings
Positive75.4%
Neutral5.9%
Negative18.7%
Written reviews24 reviews
Positive41.7%
Neutral4.2%
Negative54.2%

N Controller, Gamepad for TV

All ratings139 ratings
Positive90.6%
Neutral2.2%
Negative7.2%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Widget Remote for Roku

One-time1
  • Remove Adverts$2.99
2 purchases

N Controller, Gamepad for TV

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly Subscription$6.997 Days
  • Weekly Trial Subscription3 Days trial$6.997 Days

Questions

Is Widget Remote for Roku free?
Widget Remote for Roku is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is N Controller, Gamepad for TV free?
N Controller, Gamepad for TV is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Widget Remote for Roku or N Controller, Gamepad for TV?
N Controller, Gamepad for TV is rated higher. Widget Remote for Roku averages 4.1 out of 5 from 187 ratings, while N Controller, Gamepad for TV averages 4.7 from 147 ratings.
Do Widget Remote for Roku or N Controller, Gamepad for TV have ads?
Widget Remote for Roku shows ads; N Controller, Gamepad for TV does not.
Which is updated more often, Widget Remote for Roku or N Controller, Gamepad for TV?
Widget Remote for Roku ships an update every 2 weeks, and N Controller, Gamepad for TV every 15 months. Most recently, Widget Remote for Roku was updated on October 26, 2026 and N Controller, Gamepad for TV on October 30, 2026.

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