# AI Remote：TV Remote Controller vs Remote Control for Roku etc.

The clearest difference is rating: Remote Control for Roku etc. at 4.6 against AI Remote：TV Remote Controller's 4.3. AI Remote：TV Remote Controller's advantage is iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.0). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. AI Remote：TV Remote Controller sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days and Remote Control for Roku etc. sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Remote Control for Roku etc. holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2K and 5.1K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 24% of AI Remote：TV Remote Controller's written reviews are positive against 25% of Remote Control for Roku etc.'s.

AI Remote：TV Remote Controller ships an update every 9 days, Remote Control for Roku etc. every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on October 30, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | AI Remote：TV Remote Controller | Remote Control for Roku etc. |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ai-remotetv-remote-controller/id6475768158/reviews) | **[4.6 (5.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-control-for-roku-etc/id6503810233/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 2K | **5.1K** |
| Positive reviews | 23.7% of reviews | **25.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 9 days** | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 157 MB | 104 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 18.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [LockApps Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1725110767) | [SEAMOBI TECH PTE LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1459370949) |

## What reviewers say

### AI Remote：TV Remote Controller

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ai-remotetv-remote-controller/id6475768158)

Transform your iOS device into a universal TV remote. Control your television with an intuitive interface, effortless text input, and voice commands. Always at hand and no line-of-sight required, it revolutionizes your living room experience.

**Highlights:** Universal TV control, Intuitive user interface, Effortless text input via device keyboard, Network-based control (no line-of-sight), AI voice commands, Always accessible on your phone

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Your Phone == Your Remote | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Upgrade to VIP | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Your Phone == New AI Remote | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Upgrade to VIP | $12.99 | per month |
| Unlock Your Phone = AI Remote | $19.99 | per year |
| Upgrade to VIP | $29.99 | per year |
| Upgrade to VIP | $34.99 | per year |
| Upgrade to VIP | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Wonderful app
- 👍 Works great!

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Not free
- 💰 Charging money to use the remote
- 🐛 Remote gets stuck bouncing between apps
- 🐛 Remote not working correctly
- 🐛 App not connecting to TV

**Reported bugs**

- App is blank when selecting TV
- App not working without Wi-Fi
- App switches TV to HDMI 3 unexpectedly

**Requested features**

- Add a way to cancel subscription easily
- Provide instructions on how to use the app


### Remote Control for Roku etc.

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-control-for-roku-etc/id6503810233)

Easily control your Roku TV from your smartphone. Connect to the same Wi-Fi network to turn the TV on/off, change channels, adjust volume, and manage playback. Features include a touchpad and voice input for a seamless experience.

**Highlights:** Wi-Fi connection to Roku TV, Power on/off, Channel and volume control, Playback management, Touchpad control, Voice search

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro 1 Week | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Plan for TV Remote | $8.59 | per 7 days |
| Roku Remote Pro Annual | $19.99 | per year |
| Roku Remote Pro 1 Year | $39.99 | per year |
| Roku Remote Pro 1 Year | $39.99 | per year |
| Roku Remote Pro 1 Year | $39.99 | per year |
| Unlock all features for 1 week | $5.99 | one-time |
| Premium for TV Remote | $39.99 | one-time |
| Pro Life Time | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🌟 Convenient and efficient remote control
- 💻 Seamless integration with Roku TVs
- 📺 Enhances streaming experience

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Requires paid subscription for basic features
- 🤬 Aggressive in-app purchase prompts
- 🚫 Falsely advertised as 'free'

**Reported bugs**

- Remote control buttons not functioning properly
- Frequent crashes and freezes

**Requested features**

- Free access to all remote control features
- Option to disable in-app purchase prompts


## Frequently asked questions

### Is AI Remote：TV Remote Controller free?

AI Remote：TV Remote Controller is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Remote Control for Roku etc. free?

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

### Which has better reviews, AI Remote：TV Remote Controller or Remote Control for Roku etc.?

Remote Control for Roku etc. is rated higher. AI Remote：TV Remote Controller averages 4.3 out of 5 from 2K ratings, while Remote Control for Roku etc. averages 4.6 from 5.1K ratings.

### Do AI Remote：TV Remote Controller or Remote Control for Roku etc. have ads?

Both AI Remote：TV Remote Controller and Remote Control for Roku etc. show ads.

### Which is updated more often, AI Remote：TV Remote Controller or Remote Control for Roku etc.?

AI Remote：TV Remote Controller ships an update every 9 days, and Remote Control for Roku etc. every 2 weeks. Most recently, AI Remote：TV Remote Controller was updated on October 30, 2026 and Remote Control for Roku etc. on October 30, 2026.

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