# Roku Remote (Official) vs Roku・TV Remote Control

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.

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.

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.

Roku Remote (Official) ships an update every 3 weeks, Roku・TV Remote Control every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Roku Remote (Official) | Roku・TV Remote Control |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (6.2M ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/roku-remote-official/id482066631/reviews)** | [4.6 (853 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rokutv-remote-control/id6478630710/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **6.2M** | 853 |
| Positive reviews | 63.8% of reviews | **68.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#16** | — |
| Size | 229 MB | 74 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [ROKU INC](https://appshunter.io/developer/482066634) | [Liridon Cela](https://appshunter.io/developer/1852510561) |

## What reviewers say

### Roku Remote (Official)

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/roku-remote-official/id482066631)

**Currently charting:** #16 Top Free · Entertainment, #63 Top Free (US App Store)

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:** Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Convenient remote control
- 🎧 Private listening feature
- 📱 Ability to control TV from phone
- 🔍 Easy to navigate and search
- 🆓 Free app with no ads

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent disconnection issues
- ⏱️ Slow to connect or respond
- 🔌 Compatibility problems with some TVs
- 🔇 Private listening not always reliable
- 🤯 Frustrating when remote doesn't work

**Reported bugs**

- 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**

- 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

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rokutv-remote-control/id6478630710)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Roku TV Remote, Play Control | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Roku TV Universal・Smart Remote | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Roku TV Universal・Smart Remote | $19.99 | per month |
| Roku TV Remote, Play Control | $39.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked 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 18, 2026 and Roku・TV Remote Control on October 17, 2026.

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