Comparison

TV Remote Control Universal + vs Remote Control for Roka TV

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 Universal +

Transform your smartphone into a universal remote for all your smart TVs. Control power, volume, channels, and playback with intuitive gestures and voice commands. Enjoy features like a built-in keyboard, quick access to streaming apps, and casting capabilities.

Highlights
  • Universal TV control
  • Voice commands
  • Smart touchpad navigation
  • Built-in keyboard
  • Quick access to streaming channels
  • Cast photos, videos, and web content
  • Private listening (Roku only)
Features
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Universal TV Remote – Smart Control for All Your TVs Tired of juggling multiple remotes for every device in your home? Transform your smartphone into a smart, all-in-one remote control for your TV. Whether you're watching your favorite movie, switching between streaming apps, or searching for a show — everything becomes effortless. Our app is built to work with all major smart TV brands, from Roku, Samsung to Chromecast TV, Apple TV, and more. Just connect and take full control of your entertainment. ONE APP - FULL REMOTE CONTROL No more lost remotes or dead batteries. Our full-featured remote gives you everything: - Power on/off your TV - Adjust volume & mute instantly - Change input sources - Navigate menus with smart gestures - Control playback and channel navigation Whether you’re watching cable, streaming films, or casting a video — control it all from your phone. UNIVERSAL TV REMOTE CONTROL - ADVANCED FEATURES: - Quick Access to Streaming Channels: Jump right into your favorite shows and apps with a single tap. Instantly launch popular platforms. No more endless navigation. Just tap and go. - Control with Your Voice: Use your voice to search, switch channels, adjust volume, or open an app. Say it, and let the app do it for you. Perfect for hands-free control or when you're across the room. - Smart Touchpad & Swipe Navigation: Replace clunky buttons with smooth gesture-based control. Swipe to scroll, tap to select — just like using a smart touch controller. Navigating your TV has never been this intuitive. - Built-in Keyboard: Typing on a TV is painful. Use your phone’s keyboard to enter search terms, login info, or type messages — fast and easy, just like texting. - Customizable Smart Themes: Make your remote interface match your style and TV type. Choose from smart layouts designed for better visibility, quick access, and ease of use. - Cast to Your TV: Want to share photos, videos, or web content on your TV? Use the Cast feature to project directly from your phone to the big screen — great for family moments, presentations, or binge nights. - Private Listening (Roku Only): Watching late at night? Use your headphones and stream your TV audio directly to your phone for a private and immersive experience — without disturbing anyone. * Reclaim control of your TV with just one app. Whether you're relaxing on the couch, in bed, or even hosting friends — our Universal TV Remote gives you everything you need at your fingertips. * Download now and experience TV control the smart way. SUBSCRIPTION PRICING & TERMS - Payment will be charged to your iTunes Account as soon as you confirm your purchase while using Universal TV Remote Control App. - You can manage your subscriptions and turn off auto-renewal from your Account Settings after the purchase. - Subscriptions will renew automatically unless you turn off auto-renew at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. The renewal cost will be charged to your account 24 hours before the end of the current period. - When the subscription is canceled, it will stay active until the end of the period. Auto-renewal will be disabled, but the current subscription will not be refunded. - If offered, any unused portion of a free trial period will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription. DISCLAIMER: TV Remote Control Universal is not affiliated with any trademark mentioned. Thanks for downloading our app. If you have any problems with this app, please contact us at: contact.tvsmart@gmail.com Privacy Policy: https://smarttvcast-screenmirroring.web.app/policy.html Terms of Service: https://smarttvcast-screenmirroring.web.app/term.html

About

Remote Control for Roka TV

Transform your smartphone into a powerful TV remote control. Manage channels, volume, menus, and playback functions with ease. Connect via Wi-Fi for a seamless and convenient entertainment experience.

Highlights
  • Control TV functions remotely
  • Manage channels and volume
  • Playback controls (play/pause/stop)
  • Direct channel launch
  • User-friendly interface
  • Haptic feedback
Features
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Lost your TV remote? Remote control battery dead? Welcome to the TV Remote app, your solution to all these issues. TV Remote is a user-friendly and convenient application that allows you to control your smart TV with your iPhone. This app mimics the functions of a handheld remote, enabling you to manage everything: channel lists, volume, menu, information, tools, and other controls (play/pause/stop, etc.). Simply connect your iPhone and your TV to the same Wi-Fi network, and your touchscreen will transform into a comprehensive remote control. Key Features: • User-Friendly Design: Acts as a physical remote, always available at your fingertips. • Haptic feedback: Provides excellent vibrations for a realistic experience. • Direct channel launch: Access your favorite channels directly from the app. With a TV Remote you’ll never have to worry about lost remotes or dead batteries again. Simplify your TV watching experience and enjoy seamless control over your entertainment system. You can purchase an auto-renewable subscription to get full access. Your subscription will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase. The subscription automatically renews for the same price and the duration period depends on the selected plan (weekly, monthly, yearly) unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can turn off the auto-renewal feature at any time by changing your account settings. Please choose from our standard subscription options below: 1-week subscription from $6.99; 1-month subscription from $9.99; 12-month subscription from $24.99. Prices may change depending on your country. Privacy Policy: https://appliks.com/privacy-policy ​​Terms of Use: https://appliks.com/terms-of-use

Screenshots

TV Remote Control Universal +4 screens
Remote Control for Roka TV4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Remote Control for Roka TV at 83% against TV Remote Control Universal +'s 16%. Remote Control for Roka TV also leads on rating (4.7 vs 4.4). TV Remote Control Universal +'s advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and ratings volume (13K vs 231). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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 Control Universal + sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days and Remote Control for Roka TV sells 7 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

Remote Control for Roka TV holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TV Remote Control Universal + has 13K ratings behind it against 231, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 16% of TV Remote Control Universal +'s written reviews are positive against 83% of Remote Control for Roka TV's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TV Remote Control Universal + ships an update every 5 weeks, Remote Control for Roka TV every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 11, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
TV Remote Control Universal + versus Remote Control for Roka TV: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTV Remote Control Universal +Remote Control for Roka TV
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (13K ratings)4.7 (231 ratings) — better
Positive reviews15.5% of reviews83.3% of reviews — better
Number of ratings13K — better231
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15 — better17.5
Further details — not scored
Size195 MB29 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTVSMART.APPAppLiks Sp. z O.O.

Customer experience

TV Remote Control Universal +

All ratings12,627 ratings
Positive84.4%
Neutral3.2%
Negative12.4%
Written reviews238 reviews
Positive15.5%
Neutral1.7%
Negative82.8%

Remote Control for Roka TV

All ratings218 ratings
Positive92.2%
Neutral1.8%
Negative6.0%
Written reviews12 reviews
Positive83.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative16.7%

User reviews

TV Remote Control Universal +

From 13K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Works great as a remote control
  • 👍 User-friendly and easy to navigate
  • 🔒 Reliable connection to TV
  • 💡 Useful backup for lost physical remote

Room to improve

  • 🔒 Requires subscription to access basic remote functions
  • 💰 Expensive subscription fees
  • 🔍 Lack of free features
  • 🐛 Frequent disconnections and reconnections required
  • 🤖 Aggressive in-app ads and upsells

Remote Control for Roka TV

From 231 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Easy navigation experience
  • 👍 Easy setup process
  • 👍 Haptic convenience
  • 👍 Direct channel launch
  • 👍 Easy Wi-Fi setup

Room to improve

  • 🙅‍♂️ Paid app

Bugs and requests

TV Remote Control Universal +

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App not compatible with certain TV models
  • Inability to cancel subscription
  • Remote control functions not working as expected

Requested features

3 requests
  • More free remote control features
  • Ability to control TV power and volume without subscription
  • Better customer support and communication

Remote Control for Roka TV

No bugs or feature requests surfaced in reviews.

In-app purchases

10 purchases

TV Remote Control Universal +

Subscriptions9
  • Weekly Premium TV Remote$5.997 Days
  • Weekly Smart TV Remote Control3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • Universal Remote Pro | Weekly$9.997 Days
Show 6 more
  • Universal TV Remote - Monthly$9.991 Month
  • Weekly Supper Sale | TV Remote3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Universal Remote Pro | Monthly$18.991 Month
  • Yearly Premium TV Remote$34.991 Year
  • Yearly Smart TV Remote Control3 Days trial$39.991 Year
  • Yearly Supper Sale | TV Remote7 Days trial$39.991 Year
One-time1
  • Universal TV Remote - Lifetime$44.99
7 purchases

Remote Control for Roka TV

Subscriptions6
  • Weekly Access with Trial3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • Weekly Access$6.997 Days
  • Monthly Access with Trial3 Days trial$9.991 Month
Show 3 more
  • Monthly Access$9.991 Month
  • Yearly Access$24.991 Year
  • Yearly Access with Trial3 Days trial$24.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Access$29.99

Questions

Is TV Remote Control Universal + free?
TV Remote Control Universal + is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Remote Control for Roka TV free?
Remote Control for Roka TV is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, TV Remote Control Universal + or Remote Control for Roka TV?
Remote Control for Roka TV is rated higher. TV Remote Control Universal + averages 4.4 out of 5 from 13K ratings, while Remote Control for Roka TV averages 4.7 from 231 ratings.
Do TV Remote Control Universal + or Remote Control for Roka TV have ads?
Both TV Remote Control Universal + and Remote Control for Roka TV show ads.
Which is updated more often, TV Remote Control Universal + or Remote Control for Roka TV?
TV Remote Control Universal + ships an update every 5 weeks, and Remote Control for Roka TV every 2 months. Most recently, TV Remote Control Universal + was updated on November 11, 2026 and Remote Control for Roka TV on November 4, 2026.

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