# Universal TV Remote Control・ vs Roku Remote

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Roku Remote at 91% against Universal TV Remote Control・'s 61%. Universal TV Remote Control・'s advantage is ratings volume (81K vs 650) and rating (4.8 vs 4.6). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Universal TV Remote Control・ sells 14 in-app purchases, starting at $5.49 per 7 days and Roku Remote sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Universal TV Remote Control・ holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Universal TV Remote Control・ has 81K ratings behind it against 650, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 61% of Universal TV Remote Control・'s written reviews are positive against 91% of Roku Remote's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Universal TV Remote Control・ ships an update weekly, Roku Remote every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Universal TV Remote Control・ | Roku Remote |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (81K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-tv-remote-control/id6443877058/reviews)** | [4.6 (650 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/roku-remote-universal-control/id6444084959/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **81K** | 650 |
| Positive reviews | 61.1% of reviews | **91.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#32** | — |
| Size | 169 MB | 17 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [toggle apps](https://appshunter.io/developer/1782091955) | [晓龙 金](https://appshunter.io/developer/1525056608) |

## What reviewers say

### Universal TV Remote Control・

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-tv-remote-control/id6443877058)

**Currently charting:** #32 Top Grossing · Utilities, #38 Top Free · Utilities (US App Store)

Control your TV, streaming devices, and soundbars from your smartphone. Offers a touchpad, D-pad, keyboard, and media controls for major brands. Easy setup and regular updates ensure compatibility.

**Highlights:** Power On/Off, Touchpad and D-Pad, Keyboard input, TV Apps Management, Media Player Control, Sound Regulation, Numpad for channels

**Features:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (14)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Universal Remote Control PRO | $5.49 | per 7 days |
| Universal Remote Control PRO | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Universal Remote Control PRO | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Universal Remote Control PRO | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Individual Weekly Pro Plan | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Family Weekly Pro Plan | $8.99 | per 7 days |
| Family Weekly Pro Plan | $8.99 | per 7 days |
| Universal Remote Control PRO | $29.99 | per year |
| Universal Remote Control PRO | $29.99 | per year |
| Individual Yearly Pro Plan | $29.99 | per year |
| TV Remote for Mobile | Free | one-time |
| Lifetime Premium | $39.99 | one-time |
| Universal Remote Control PRO | $39.99 | one-time |
| Individual Lifetime - Pro Plan | $39.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast connection and pairing
- 👍 Easy to set up and use
- 💡 Works with various TV models
- 🙌 Helpful when remote is lost

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive subscription required for basic features
- 🔒 Concerns about privacy and data collection
- 🐛 Inconsistent performance, random disconnections
- 🙄 Aggressive upselling of premium version

**Reported bugs**

- TV not detected or recognized
- Buttons not functioning as expected
- App crashes or freezes during use

**Requested features**

- Volume control without subscription
- One-time purchase option instead of subscription
- More transparent pricing and feature details


### Roku Remote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/roku-remote-universal-control/id6444084959)

Transform your smartphone into a powerful remote for your streaming devices. Navigate menus, launch apps, and cast media to your TV with ease. Offers customizable interfaces and quick access buttons for a seamless entertainment experience.

**Highlights:** Intuitive touchpad and gesture controls, Quick access buttons for popular apps, On-screen keyboard for easy text input, Customizable interface themes and layouts, Media casting from phone to TV, Seamless switching between multiple devices

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Quarterly | $4.99 | per 3 months |
| Yearly | $9.99 | per year |
| Roku Remote Lifetime Access | $14.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 👍 Convenient remote control
- 👍 Works with multiple Roku devices
- 🚀 Fast connection
- 👍 Intuitive interface

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Connectivity issues
- 🐛 Doesn't always work as expected

**Reported bugs**

- Connectivity problems
- App not working as intended

**Requested features**

- Dark mode option
- Ability to control volume


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Universal TV Remote Control・ free?

Universal TV Remote Control・ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Roku Remote free?

Roku Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Universal TV Remote Control・ or Roku Remote?

Universal TV Remote Control・ is rated higher. Universal TV Remote Control・ averages 4.8 out of 5 from 81K ratings, while Roku Remote averages 4.6 from 650 ratings.

### Do Universal TV Remote Control・ or Roku Remote have ads?

Neither Universal TV Remote Control・ nor Roku Remote shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Universal TV Remote Control・ or Roku Remote?

Universal TV Remote Control・ ships an update weekly, and Roku Remote every 2 weeks. Most recently, Universal TV Remote Control・ was updated on September 25, 2026 and Roku Remote on September 24, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*