Comparison

Roku Remote (Official) vs Roku・TV Remote Control

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

Head to head
About

Roku Remote (Official)

Control your streaming devices with a mobile remote, search for content using voice or keyboard, and enjoy private listening. Stream free movies and live TV on the go, and cast media from your phone to your TV.

Highlights
  • Mobile remote control
  • Voice and keyboard search
  • Private listening with headphones
  • Stream free movies and live TV
  • Cast media from phone to TV
  • Add and launch channels
Features
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The official remote app for your Roku® device. Roku Remote (Official) turns your phone into a feature-packed remote control for Roku players and Roku TVs. Enjoy convenient, easy control of your Roku devices, quickly launch your favorite apps and channels, search with your voice, type with your phone’s keyboard, and listen privately with headphones — all from the device already in your pocket. The free Roku Remote app features: * Remote control — a full-featured Roku remote on your phone, with the same buttons as the one you lost in the couch * Keyboard — type search terms, passwords, and Wi-Fi info with your mobile keyboard instead of the on-screen grid * Voice search — say what you want and get to it faster * Private listening — plug headphones into your phone so you can stream without waking the house * Cast photos and video — share what's on your phone to the big screen * Control your apps — easily add new apps to your Roku device, or quickly launch your favorites * Free TV - stream a huge selection of free movies, live TV, and more right from your phone. Works with Roku TV™ models and Roku streaming players. To use certain features, connect your phone or tablet to the same wireless network as your Roku device. Some features require a compatible Roku device and may require signing into your Roku account. Feature availability: • Voice search is available in English in the US, UK, and Canada, and in Spanish in Mexico and the US. • The Roku Channel can be viewed in the mobile app in the US and Mexico only. • Some channels require payment, can change, and vary by country. For more information, go to http://support.roku.com Privacy Policy: go.roku.com/privacypolicy CA Privacy Notice: https://docs.roku.com/published/userprivacypolicy/en/us#userprivacypolicy-en_us-CCPA

About

Roku・TV Remote Control

This app turns your device into a comprehensive remote for Roku TVs and streaming devices. Easily navigate channels, control playback, launch apps, and manage inputs with a user-friendly interface. Enjoy features like private listening and a touchpad for seamless entertainment control.

Highlights
  • Full Roku remote functionality
  • Quick channel access
  • Launch streaming apps
  • Private listening via headphones
  • Touchpad navigation
  • Wi-Fi control
  • Keyboard input
Features
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Roku・TV Remote Control transforms your device into a powerful remote for your Roku TV and streaming devices. Navigate channels, control playback, and manage apps with a sleek, intuitive interface designed for seamless entertainment. Key Features: - Full Roku remote functionality: power, volume, navigation, and shortcuts - Quick access to your favorite channels - Launch streaming apps and switch inputs effortlessly - Private listening via headphone support - Easy-to-use touchpad for smooth navigation - Wi-Fi connection for reliable, instant control - Keyboard input for fast typing and searches - Works with Roku TVs, players, and sticks Take control of your Roku experience from anywhere in the room with Roku・TV Remote Control. Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at the time of purchase confirmation. Subscription renews automatically unless it is cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage and cancel your subscriptions by going to your account settings on the App Store after purchase. Terms of Use & Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/13_D9LmLPsuNTvFTgnFgRwg6GVqx-vqdthAicWdN3Cm4/edit?usp=sharing https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Bt-_HcwKzanYzB5EXilI6PAusiQIfkMtfnbg_p0d1xc/edit?usp=sharing

Screenshots

Roku Remote (Official)4 screens
Roku・TV Remote Control4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Roku Remote (Official) at none against Roku・TV Remote Control's 4. Roku Remote (Official) also leads on ratings volume (6.2M vs 853) and chart position (#16 vs unranked). Roku・TV Remote Control's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, rating, review sentiment 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. Roku・TV Remote Control sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Roku Remote (Official) asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Roku Remote (Official) against 4.6 for Roku・TV Remote Control. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Roku Remote (Official) has 6.2M ratings behind it against 853, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 64% of Roku Remote (Official)'s written reviews are positive against 68% of Roku・TV Remote Control's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Roku Remote (Official) ships an update every 3 weeks, Roku・TV Remote Control every 6 weeks. Both last shipped on October 17, 2026.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
Roku Remote (Official) versus Roku・TV Remote Control: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRoku Remote (Official)Roku・TV Remote Control
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (6.2M ratings) — better4.6 (853 ratings)
Positive reviews63.8% of reviews68.2% of reviews — better
Number of ratings6.2M — better853
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 6 weeks
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#16 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — betteriPhone
Requires iOS16.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size229 MB74 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperROKU INCLiridon Cela

Customer experience

Roku Remote (Official)

All ratings6,165,080 ratings
Positive93.3%
Neutral3.0%
Negative3.7%
Written reviews6,778 reviews
Positive63.8%
Neutral6.5%
Negative29.7%

Roku・TV Remote Control

All ratings853 ratings
Positive88.7%
Neutral4.2%
Negative7.0%
Written reviews22 reviews
Positive68.2%
Neutral4.5%
Negative27.3%

Bugs and requests

Roku Remote (Official)

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • App crashes or freezes frequently
  • Fails to detect or connect to Roku devices
  • Loses connection during use
  • Inconsistent performance across devices
  • Unreliable private listening mode

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add volume control for Roku sticks
  • Improve Bluetooth/headphone connectivity
  • Allow remote access over mobile data
  • Add widget for quick TV controls
  • Optimize app for iPad's larger screen

Roku・TV Remote Control

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Roku Remote (Official)

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

Roku・TV Remote Control

Subscriptions4
  • Roku TV Remote, Play Control$5.997 Days
  • Roku TV Universal・Smart Remote3 Days trial$5.997 Days
  • Roku TV Universal・Smart Remote$19.991 Month
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  • Roku TV Remote, Play Control$39.991 Year

Questions

Is Roku Remote (Official) free?
Roku Remote (Official) is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Roku・TV Remote Control free?
Roku・TV Remote Control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Roku Remote (Official) or Roku・TV Remote Control?
Roku Remote (Official) is rated higher. Roku Remote (Official) averages 4.7 out of 5 from 6.2M ratings, while Roku・TV Remote Control averages 4.6 from 853 ratings.
Do Roku Remote (Official) or Roku・TV Remote Control have ads?
Roku Remote (Official) shows ads; Roku・TV Remote Control does not.
Which is updated more often, Roku Remote (Official) or Roku・TV Remote Control?
Roku Remote (Official) ships an update every 3 weeks, and Roku・TV Remote Control every 6 weeks. Most recently, Roku Remote (Official) was updated on October 17, 2026 and Roku・TV Remote Control on October 17, 2026.

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