Remoku vs TV Remote ·
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Remoku
Control your Roku device or TV directly from your smartphone. This app offers a simple interface with all necessary buttons, a trackpad for navigation, and quick channel launching. It also allows for easy text input for searches and within supported apps.
- Automatic Roku TV detection
- Full button functionality
- Large trackpad for navigation
- One-tap channel launching
- Keyboard for text input
- Compatibility with all Roku OS models
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Remoku - Remote for Roku is the easiest and best app to control your Roku device or Roku TV from your phone. Simple design, intuitive interface, no pileup of buttons or complex settings. All you need is connect your iOS device and Roku TV to the same Wi-Fi network. Main features: * Automatic detection of Roku TV in the same Wi-Fi network. * All Roku buttons are available and ready to use. * A large Trackpad for convenient menu and content navigation. * Manage TV channels with this app, easily launch channels with one tap such as Youtube, Netflix, Tubi, HBO, Prime video etc. * Use your keyboard for quick text entries for channels like Netflix or Youtube or search on Roku. * App is compatible with all TV models with Roku OS. * Some applications like YouTube and Hulu+ have their own screen keyboards and do not take input from the iOS keyboard. * Remoku is compatible with all Roku models including Roku 1, Roku 2, Roku 3, Streaming Stick, Express, Express+, Premiere, Premiere+, Ultra, Roku TV and TCL Roku TV, Sharp Roku TV, Hisense, Philips, Onn Roku Tv. Remoku functions as the original remote control, take advantage of all the features on your device. * Remoku is neither an official Roku product, nor are we affiliated with the Roku company. Privacy Policy https://roku-remote0.web.app/privacy.html Terms of use https://roku-remote0.web.app/tos.html
TV Remote ·
Transform your iPhone into a TV remote control. Easily navigate channels, adjust volume, and search for content on your networked TV. Compatible with most major brands, it offers a convenient alternative to a physical remote.
- Control channel lists
- Adjust volume
- Access TV menu
- Keyboard input for search
- Haptic feedback
- Compatible with popular brands
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Lost your TV remote? Remote control battery dead? Welcome to the TV Remote app, which will save you from all these troubles. TV Remote is a convenient and easy-to-use application that allows you to control your networked TV with your iPhone. This app replicates the functions of a handheld remote, enabling you to control everything: channel lists, volume, menu, information, tools, and other controls (play/pause/stop, etc.). It's compatible with the most popular brands and supports TV models of different production years and screen sizes. All you need to do is connect your iPhone and your TV device to the same Wi-Fi network - your touchscreen will transform into a navigation panel with all the functions of a standard remote. Features: • Fast and easy to use: this app acts as a physical remote, always at hand • Haptic feedback: provides excellent vibrations and realism • Keyboard input: easily search for TV programs Subscription information: After purchase confirmation, the fee will be deducted from your iTunes account. The subscription will automatically renew at least 24 hours before the end of the current period unless auto-renewal is turned off. Renewal fees depend on your subscription plan. Users can manage subscriptions and turn off auto-renewal in the account settings. Any unused portion of a free trial period (if offered) will be forfeited when purchasing a premium subscription during the free trial period. Privacy Policy:https://remote.whlaimi.com/privacy Terms of Use:https://remote.whlaimi.com/terms
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Remoku at 4.5 against TV Remote ·'s 3.8. Remoku also leads on monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and review sentiment (32% vs 4%). TV Remote ·'s advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (fortnightly vs monthly). On price, 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
Both are free to download. Remoku sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and TV Remote · sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $6.49 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Remoku holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Remoku has 5.3K ratings behind it against 560, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 32% of Remoku's written reviews are positive against 4% of TV Remote ·'s.
Remoku ships an update monthly, TV Remote · fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Remoku | TV Remote · |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.5 (5.3K ratings) — better | 3.8 (560 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 31.5% of reviews — better | 3.8% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 5.3K — better | 560 |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases — better | Subscription |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 12.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 10 MB | 106 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | App Holdings | TRUSTED PILOT SOLUTIONS |
Customer experience
Remoku
TV Remote ·
User reviews
Remoku
From 5.3K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 Works well
- 🤩 Great app
- 🤗 Useful for lost remotes
- 🙌 Replaced physical remote
Room to improve
- 🐛 Connectivity issues
- ⏱️ Slow performance
- 💰 Paid subscription required
- 🤬 Billing issues
- 🤯 Doesn't work as expected
TV Remote ·
From 560 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 💎 Works well
Room to improve
- 💸 Extremely expensive subscription
- 🚫 Doesn't work as advertised
- 🤖 Poor customer service
- 🔒 Unauthorized charges
- 🚫 Useless features behind paywall
Bugs and requests
Remoku
Reported bugs
3 issues- Inability to connect to Roku devices
- Repeated ads preventing app usage
- Unexpected subscription renewals
Requested features
3 requests- Volume control integration
- Easier subscription management
- Better device compatibility
TV Remote ·
Reported bugs
2 issues- Remote functions don't work
- App crashes or disconnects frequently
Requested features
3 requests- Provide a free, functional remote app
- Improve transparency around pricing and subscriptions
- Offer a one-time purchase option instead of subscription
In-app purchases
Remoku
- Premium$4.997 Days
- Full Access.3 Days trial$6.997 Days
- Premium$6.997 Days
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- Full Access.$9.991 Month
- Full Access3 Days trial$34.991 Year
- Premium$34.991 Year
- Full Access$44.99
TV Remote ·
- TV Remote Control Advanced3 Days trial$6.497 Days
- TV Remote Control Advanced$6.497 Days
- TV Remote Control Advanced3 Days trial$39.991 Year
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- TV Remote Control Advanced$39.991 Year
- TV Remote Control Advanced$39.99
Questions
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