Comparison

Roku Remote vs RukRemote

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

Head to head
About

Roku Remote

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
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Roku Remote Control Universal is the ultimate companion for your streaming devices. Take full control of your Roku streaming player or Roku TV with this powerful app. Seamlessly integrate your smartphone with your device and transform your entertainment experience like never before. Key Features Intuitive Navigation Navigate effortlessly through your TV channels apps and settings using the intuitive touchpad and gesture controls. Swipe tap and scroll with ease to find and select your favorite content on Netflix Hulu YouTube HBO Disney Plus Amazon Prime Video and more. Quick Access Buttons Instantly launch popular TV channels or apps with dedicated quick access buttons. Enjoy one touch convenience for Netflix Hulu YouTube and more right at your fingertips. Voice Control (Coming Soon) Please note: This feature is currently unavailable. In a future update you will be able to use the built in voice control feature to search for movies TV shows and apps simply by speaking into your smartphone. Effortless and hands free control at your command. Customizable Interface Tailor the app to suit your preferences by customizing the remote interface. Choose from various themes colors and layouts to create a personalized remote control experience. Keyboard Functionality Type and search quickly with the on screen keyboard. Effortlessly enter text on your TV device using your smartphone making account logins and content searches a breeze. Device Switching Seamlessly switch between multiple devices in your home. Control your TV in the living room then effortlessly transition to your streaming player in the bedroom all from the same app. Private Listening (Coming Soon) Please note: This feature is currently unavailable. In a future update you will be able to enjoy a private listening experience by connecting headphones to your smartphone. Listen to your favorite shows and movies without disturbing others. Media Casting Cast media files from your phone like videos and photos directly to your TV. Share your favorite moments on the big screen effortlessly with screen mirroring capabilities. Notification Center Stay informed with the notification center providing updates on software upgrades new features and exciting content recommendations directly within the app. Pairing Made Simple Effortlessly pair your smartphone with your device using the simple setup process. Connect quickly and start enjoying the convenience of the Roku Remote Control Universal app. Compatibility Compatible with all Roku models including Roku 1 Roku 2 Roku 3 Streaming Stick Express Express Plus Premiere Premiere Plus Ultra and Roku TV. Works with popular TV brands TCL Roku TV Sharp Roku TV Hisense Roku TV Insignia Roku TV Vizio TV Samsung Smart TV LG TV Element TV and more. Also compatible with Fire TV Fire Stick Apple TV and other streaming devices. Subscription and Premium Features Free Features include remote control play pause fast forward rewind and pairing with multiple devices. Premium Features unlock channel switcher volume control keyboard voice search touchpad ad free experience and unlimited access to the Interaction tab. Payment Options include 14.99 USD for lifetime access with a one time payment 9.99 USD per year or 2.99 USD per month. Requirements Your device must be connected to your home Wi Fi network. Your smartphone or tablet must be connected to the same Wi Fi network as your device. Privacy Policy and Terms of Use Privacy Policy https://funnstudio.freshdesk.com/support/solutions/articles/154000105273-privacy-policy Term of Use https://funnstudio.freshdesk.com/support/solutions/articles/154000105637-terms-of-use Disclaimer Funnstudio is not an affiliated entity of Roku Inc and this app is not an official product of Roku Inc. Experience the magic of complete control with the Roku Remote Control Universal app. Download now and elevate your TV entertainment to new heights.

About

RukRemote

Transform your iPhone into a smart TV remote with an intuitive interface and quick setup. Easily control power, volume, and navigation with seamless touchpad functionality. Works with most smart TVs via Wi-Fi without any external hardware.

Highlights
  • Intuitive remote interface
  • Power, volume, and mute controls
  • Touchpad navigation
  • Instant Wi-Fi connection
  • Works with most smart TVs
  • No external hardware needed
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Razo: Remote Control for TV turns your iPhone into a powerful remote control for your smart TV.  With an intuitive interface and quick setup, controlling your TV has never been easier. Key Features: - Easy-to-use remote for your TV - Quick access to power, volume, mute, and input - Touchpad navigation for seamless browsing - No setup required — connect instantly - Works with most smart TVs via Wi-Fi Razo: Remote Control for TV is ideal for replacing lost remotes or improving your smart home setup.  Just launch the app and start controlling your TV right away. Why Razo: Remote Control for TV ? - Smooth and responsive controls - Beautiful, user-friendly design - No external hardware needed - One-time setup, unlimited use Disclaimer: Razo is not affiliated with or endorsed by any TV brand or electronics company. All trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Download the app immediately to experience it! Terms of service: https://sites.google.com/view/term-of-use-ntb-software Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/privacypolicyntbsoftware

Screenshots

Roku Remote4 screens
RukRemote4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Roku Remote at none against RukRemote's shown. Roku Remote also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs monthly) and ratings volume (939 vs 131). On price, rating, review sentiment and in-app purchases 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 Remote sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and RukRemote sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Roku Remote against 4.6 for RukRemote. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Roku Remote has 939 ratings behind it against 131, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 91% of Roku Remote's written reviews are positive against 95% of RukRemote's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Roku Remote ships an update every 2 weeks, RukRemote monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Roku Remote versus RukRemote: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRoku RemoteRukRemote
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (939 ratings) — better4.6 (131 ratings)
Positive reviews91.5% of reviews95.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings939 — better131
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterMonthly
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, Apple Watch — betteriPhone
Requires iOS17.016.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size17 MB18 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer晓龙 金Nguyen Thi Bay

Customer experience

Roku Remote

All ratings650 ratings
Positive91.2%
Neutral3.1%
Negative5.7%
Written reviews82 reviews
Positive91.5%
Neutral0.0%
Negative8.5%

RukRemote

All ratings130 ratings
Positive92.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative7.7%
Written reviews20 reviews
Positive95.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative5.0%

User reviews

Roku Remote

From 939 App Store ratings

What we love

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

Room to improve

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

RukRemote

From 131 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 User-friendly interface
  • 🚀 Effortless control
  • ✅ Quick and hassle-free setup
  • 💡 Control from anywhere
  • 🪄 Works flawlessly

Room to improve

  • 💰 Paywalls for features
  • 💸 Makes you pay to use all features

Bugs and requests

Roku Remote

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Connectivity problems
  • App not working as intended

Requested features

2 requests
  • Dark mode option
  • Ability to control volume

RukRemote

Requested features

1 request
  • Consider offering a free tier with basic functionality.

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Roku Remote

Subscriptions3
  • Monthly$2.991 Month
  • Quarterly$4.993 Months
  • Yearly7 Days trial$9.991 Year
One-time1
  • Roku Remote Lifetime Access$14.99
3 purchases

RukRemote

Subscriptions2
  • Remote TV Weekly$5.997 Days
  • Remote TV Yearly3 Days trial$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • Remote TV Life Time$39.99

Questions

Is Roku Remote free?
Roku Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is RukRemote free?
RukRemote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Roku Remote or RukRemote?
Roku Remote is rated higher. Roku Remote averages 4.7 out of 5 from 939 ratings, while RukRemote averages 4.6 from 131 ratings.
Do Roku Remote or RukRemote have ads?
RukRemote shows ads; Roku Remote does not.
Which is updated more often, Roku Remote or RukRemote?
Roku Remote ships an update every 2 weeks, and RukRemote monthly. Most recently, Roku Remote was updated on November 7, 2026 and RukRemote on November 4, 2026.

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