# TV Remote vs RukRemote

The clearest difference is review sentiment: RukRemote at 95% against TV Remote's 0%. RukRemote also leads on rating (4.6 vs 4.1) and ratings volume (130 vs 21). TV Remote's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (fortnightly vs monthly). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. TV Remote sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days 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.

RukRemote holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: RukRemote has 130 ratings behind it against 21, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of TV Remote's written reviews are positive against 95% of RukRemote's.

TV Remote ships an update fortnightly, RukRemote monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | TV Remote | RukRemote |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.1 (21 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-smart-controller/id6448697911/reviews) | **[4.6 (130 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rukremote-smart-tv-control/id6471548535/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 21 | **130** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **95.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 21 MB | 18 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [BETREX TECHNOLOGIES SMC PRIVATE LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1685642969) | [Nguyen Thi Bay](https://appshunter.io/developer/1709923495) |

## What reviewers say

### TV Remote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-smart-controller/id6448697911)

Transform your iPhone into a universal remote for your smart TV or streaming device. Control channels, launch apps, and manage playback with an intuitive interface. Discover new content and enjoy seamless streaming from anywhere.

**Highlights:** Quick setup without extra hardware, Intuitive and user-friendly interface, Dynamic channel and app control, One-touch play for instant viewing, Customizable shortcuts for apps and channels, Advanced search for content discovery, Enhanced playback controls, Multi-device and universal streaming support

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Roqu remote Monthly Pro | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Roqu Remote Monthly Pro | $4.99 | per month |
| Roqu Remote lIfetime Pro | $14.99 | one-time |


### RukRemote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rukremote-smart-tv-control/id6471548535)

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remote TV Weekly | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Remote TV Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| Remote TV Life Time | $39.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is TV Remote free?

TV 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, TV Remote or RukRemote?

RukRemote is rated higher. TV Remote averages 4.1 out of 5 from 21 ratings, while RukRemote averages 4.6 from 130 ratings.

### Do TV Remote or RukRemote have ads?

RukRemote shows ads; TV Remote does not.

### Which is updated more often, TV Remote or RukRemote?

TV Remote ships an update fortnightly, and RukRemote monthly. Most recently, TV Remote was updated on October 14, 2026 and RukRemote on October 16, 2026.

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