# Vacmaster vs Remote Control for Roku etc.

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Vacmaster at none against Remote Control for Roku etc.'s 9. Vacmaster also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.0). Remote Control for Roku etc.'s advantage is ratings volume (5.1K vs 4) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, rating and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Remote Control for Roku etc. sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days. Vacmaster asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Vacmaster against 4.6 for Remote Control for Roku etc.. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Remote Control for Roku etc. has 5.1K ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Vacmaster ships an update every 2 months, Remote Control for Roku etc. every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Vacmaster | Remote Control for Roku etc. |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vacmaster/id1463926213/reviews)** | [4.6 (5.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-control-for-roku-etc/id6503810233/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 4 | **5.1K** |
| Positive reviews | — | 24.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 191 MB | 104 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 18.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 17+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [SUZHOU CLEVA ELECTRIC APPLIANCE CO.,LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1463926212) | [SEAMOBI TECH PTE LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1459370949) |

## What reviewers say

### Vacmaster

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vacmaster/id1463926213)

Control your smart cleaning devices remotely. Monitor your robotic vacuum's status, view real-time cleaning maps, and schedule sessions. Access support resources and receive device updates.

**Highlights:** Remote device control, Real-time cleaning map, Schedule cleaning sessions, Initiate cleaning modes, Check device status, Access manuals and FAQs, Receive software updates

**In-app purchases:** none


### Remote Control for Roku etc.

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-control-for-roku-etc/id6503810233)

Easily control your Roku TV from your smartphone. Connect to the same Wi-Fi network to turn the TV on/off, change channels, adjust volume, and manage playback. Features include a touchpad and voice input for a seamless experience.

**Highlights:** Wi-Fi connection to Roku TV, Power on/off, Channel and volume control, Playback management, Touchpad control, Voice search

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro 1 Week | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Plan for TV Remote | $8.59 | per 7 days |
| Roku Remote Pro Annual | $19.99 | per year |
| Roku Remote Pro 1 Year | $39.99 | per year |
| Roku Remote Pro 1 Year | $39.99 | per year |
| Roku Remote Pro 1 Year | $39.99 | per year |
| Unlock all features for 1 week | $5.99 | one-time |
| Premium for TV Remote | $39.99 | one-time |
| Pro Life Time | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🌟 Convenient and efficient remote control
- 💻 Seamless integration with Roku TVs
- 📺 Enhances streaming experience

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Requires paid subscription for basic features
- 🤬 Aggressive in-app purchase prompts
- 🚫 Falsely advertised as 'free'

**Reported bugs**

- Remote control buttons not functioning properly
- Frequent crashes and freezes

**Requested features**

- Free access to all remote control features
- Option to disable in-app purchase prompts


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Vacmaster free?

Vacmaster is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Remote Control for Roku etc. free?

Remote Control for Roku etc. is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Vacmaster or Remote Control for Roku etc.?

Vacmaster is rated higher. Vacmaster averages 4.8 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Remote Control for Roku etc. averages 4.6 from 5.1K ratings.

### Do Vacmaster or Remote Control for Roku etc. have ads?

Remote Control for Roku etc. shows ads; Vacmaster does not.

### Which is updated more often, Vacmaster or Remote Control for Roku etc.?

Vacmaster ships an update every 2 months, and Remote Control for Roku etc. every 2 weeks. Most recently, Vacmaster was updated on October 14, 2026 and Remote Control for Roku etc. on October 25, 2026.

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