# TV Remote Control Universal + vs Remote Control for Roka TV

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.

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.

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.

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.

## The numbers

| Metric | TV Remote Control Universal + | Remote Control for Roka TV |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (13K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-control-universal-plus/id1644910903/reviews) | **[4.7 (231 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-control-for-roka-tv/id6554001596/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **13K** | 231 |
| Positive reviews | 15.5% of reviews | **83.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 weeks** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 195 MB | 29 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15** | 17.5 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [TVSMART.APP](https://appshunter.io/developer/1674705623) | [AppLiks Sp. z O.O.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1804335622) |

## What reviewers say

### TV Remote Control Universal +

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-control-universal-plus/id1644910903)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Premium TV Remote | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Smart TV Remote Control | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Universal Remote Pro \| Weekly | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Universal TV Remote - Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Weekly Supper Sale \| TV Remote | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Universal Remote Pro \| Monthly | $18.99 | per month |
| Yearly Premium TV Remote | $34.99 | per year |
| Yearly Smart TV Remote Control | $39.99 | per year |
| Yearly Supper Sale \| TV Remote | $39.99 | per year |
| Universal TV Remote - Lifetime | $44.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

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

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 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

**Reported bugs**

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

**Requested features**

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


### Remote Control for Roka TV

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-control-for-roka-tv/id6554001596)

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:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Access with Trial | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Access | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Access with Trial | $9.99 | per month |
| Monthly Access | $9.99 | per month |
| Yearly Access | $24.99 | per year |
| Yearly Access with Trial | $24.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Access | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

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

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🙅‍♂️ Paid app


## Frequently asked 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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