Saturn Remote vs Sentient Control
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Saturn Remote
Control your PC media from your phone. Launch apps, browse content, and manage playback with integrated media keys. Access streaming services easily for a seamless entertainment experience.
- PC media remote
- Launch applications
- Browse content
- Tinker and tile
- Access streaming services
- Integrated media keys
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Saturn Remote is the ultimate media remote for PC. Launch, browse, tinker and tile. Access the best streaming services in a snap. Take full control of your media with integrated media keys.
Sentient Control
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Smarter Streaming for Roku TV Users Sentient is a companion app that makes your Roku TV launch exactly what you want. Skip menus and go straight to your favorite entertainment. With Sentient, you can: • Detect all your Roku TVs on your home Wi-Fi network • Assign a default app (like Netflix, YouTube, Disney+, and more) to each TV • Automatically launch your selected app when the TV turns on • Manage multiple Roku TVs in one household, each with its own app preference How it works: 1. Plug in the Sentient device 2. Open the Sentient app 3. The app detects Roku TVs on your Wi-Fi network through the device 4. Select the app you want each TV to launch when powered on 5. Create schedules so you never miss your favorite shows Why choose Sentient? • Quick access to your favorite streaming apps • Works across multiple TVs in your home • Simple setup and easy control Note: This app requires the Sentient hardware device for full functionality. Disclaimer: Roku is a registered trademark of Roku, Inc. This app and product are not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Roku, Inc.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Sentient Control at none against Saturn Remote's 9. Saturn Remote's advantage is update cadence (every 5 days vs every 2 months). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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
Both are free to download. Saturn Remote sells 9 one-off in-app purchases. Sentient Control asks for nothing beyond the download.
Saturn Remote ships an update every 5 days, Sentient Control every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 22, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Saturn Remote | Sentient Control |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 5 days — better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 15.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 13 MB | 18 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Student Driver, LLC | Opogy LLC |
In-app purchases
Saturn Remote
- HBO$1.99
- Netflix$1.99
- YouTube$1.99
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- TV+$1.99
- Prime Video$1.99
- Disney+$1.99
- Media Buttons$5.99
- Streaming Buttons$5.99
- All Buttons$11.99
Sentient Control
No in-app purchases
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