Comparison

TV Remote vs Roku Remote

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

Head to head
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
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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/

About

Roku Remote

Transform your smartphone into a powerful remote for your streaming devices. Navigate menus, launch apps, and cast media to your TV with ease. Offers customizable interfaces and quick access buttons for a seamless entertainment experience.

Highlights
  • Intuitive touchpad and gesture controls
  • Quick access buttons for popular apps
  • On-screen keyboard for easy text input
  • Customizable interface themes and layouts
  • Media casting from phone to TV
  • Seamless switching between multiple devices
Features
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Roku Remote Control Universal is the ultimate companion for your streaming devices. Take full control of your Roku streaming player or Roku TV with this powerful app. Seamlessly integrate your smartphone with your device and transform your entertainment experience like never before. Key Features Intuitive Navigation Navigate effortlessly through your TV channels apps and settings using the intuitive touchpad and gesture controls. Swipe tap and scroll with ease to find and select your favorite content on Netflix Hulu YouTube HBO Disney Plus Amazon Prime Video and more. Quick Access Buttons Instantly launch popular TV channels or apps with dedicated quick access buttons. Enjoy one touch convenience for Netflix Hulu YouTube and more right at your fingertips. Voice Control (Coming Soon) Please note: This feature is currently unavailable. In a future update you will be able to use the built in voice control feature to search for movies TV shows and apps simply by speaking into your smartphone. Effortless and hands free control at your command. Customizable Interface Tailor the app to suit your preferences by customizing the remote interface. Choose from various themes colors and layouts to create a personalized remote control experience. Keyboard Functionality Type and search quickly with the on screen keyboard. Effortlessly enter text on your TV device using your smartphone making account logins and content searches a breeze. Device Switching Seamlessly switch between multiple devices in your home. Control your TV in the living room then effortlessly transition to your streaming player in the bedroom all from the same app. Private Listening (Coming Soon) Please note: This feature is currently unavailable. In a future update you will be able to enjoy a private listening experience by connecting headphones to your smartphone. Listen to your favorite shows and movies without disturbing others. Media Casting Cast media files from your phone like videos and photos directly to your TV. Share your favorite moments on the big screen effortlessly with screen mirroring capabilities. Notification Center Stay informed with the notification center providing updates on software upgrades new features and exciting content recommendations directly within the app. Pairing Made Simple Effortlessly pair your smartphone with your device using the simple setup process. Connect quickly and start enjoying the convenience of the Roku Remote Control Universal app. Compatibility Compatible with all Roku models including Roku 1 Roku 2 Roku 3 Streaming Stick Express Express Plus Premiere Premiere Plus Ultra and Roku TV. Works with popular TV brands TCL Roku TV Sharp Roku TV Hisense Roku TV Insignia Roku TV Vizio TV Samsung Smart TV LG TV Element TV and more. Also compatible with Fire TV Fire Stick Apple TV and other streaming devices. Subscription and Premium Features Free Features include remote control play pause fast forward rewind and pairing with multiple devices. Premium Features unlock channel switcher volume control keyboard voice search touchpad ad free experience and unlimited access to the Interaction tab. Payment Options include 14.99 USD for lifetime access with a one time payment 9.99 USD per year or 2.99 USD per month. Requirements Your device must be connected to your home Wi Fi network. Your smartphone or tablet must be connected to the same Wi Fi network as your device. Privacy Policy and Terms of Use Privacy Policy https://funnstudio.freshdesk.com/support/solutions/articles/154000105273-privacy-policy Term of Use https://funnstudio.freshdesk.com/support/solutions/articles/154000105637-terms-of-use Disclaimer Funnstudio is not an affiliated entity of Roku Inc and this app is not an official product of Roku Inc. Experience the magic of complete control with the Roku Remote Control Universal app. Download now and elevate your TV entertainment to new heights.

Screenshots

TV Remote4 screens
Roku Remote4 screens

Verdict

The call

TV Remote and Roku Remote both sit at 4.4 stars, but that hides the real split: 91% of Roku Remote's written reviews are positive against 20% of TV Remote's. Roku Remote also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs monthly). TV Remote's advantage is ratings volume (605K vs 650) and chart position (#6 vs unranked). On price, rating, 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. TV Remote sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Roku Remote sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Roku Remote holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TV Remote has 605K ratings behind it against 650, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 20% of TV Remote's written reviews are positive against 91% of Roku Remote's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TV Remote ships an update monthly, Roku Remote every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
TV Remote versus Roku Remote: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTV RemoteRoku Remote
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (605K ratings)4.6 (650 ratings) — better
Positive reviews20.3% of reviews91.3% of reviews — better
Number of ratings605K — better650
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#6 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, Apple Watch
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size188 MB17 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperEVOLLY.APP晓龙 金

Customer experience

TV Remote

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

Roku Remote

All ratings650 ratings
Positive91.2%
Neutral3.1%
Negative5.7%
Written reviews80 reviews
Positive91.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative8.8%

User reviews

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

Roku Remote

From 650 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Easy to use
  • 👍 Convenient remote control
  • 👍 Works with multiple Roku devices
  • 🚀 Fast connection
  • 👍 Intuitive interface

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Connectivity issues
  • 🐛 Doesn't always work as expected

Bugs and requests

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

Roku Remote

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Connectivity problems
  • App not working as intended

Requested features

2 requests
  • Dark mode option
  • Ability to control volume

In-app purchases

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
4 purchases

Roku Remote

Subscriptions3
  • Monthly$2.991 Month
  • Quarterly$4.993 Months
  • Yearly7 Days trial$9.991 Year
One-time1
  • Roku Remote Lifetime Access$14.99

Questions

Is TV Remote free?
TV Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Roku Remote free?
Roku Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, TV Remote or Roku Remote?
Roku Remote is rated higher. TV Remote averages 4.4 out of 5 from 605K ratings, while Roku Remote averages 4.6 from 650 ratings.
Do TV Remote or Roku Remote have ads?
TV Remote shows ads; Roku Remote does not.
Which is updated more often, TV Remote or Roku Remote?
TV Remote ships an update monthly, and Roku Remote every 2 weeks. Most recently, TV Remote was updated on September 24, 2026 and Roku Remote on September 24, 2026.

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