# Roku TV Remote Control Mobile vs IPTV Smart Player⁺

The clearest difference is monetization model: IPTV Smart Player⁺ at free with in-app purchases against Roku TV Remote Control Mobile's subscription. IPTV Smart Player⁺ also leads on update cadence (every 2 days vs monthly). Roku TV Remote Control Mobile's advantage is ratings volume (1.8K vs 100) and review sentiment (44% vs 33%). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Roku TV Remote Control Mobile sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and IPTV Smart Player⁺ sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Roku TV Remote Control Mobile against 4.5 for IPTV Smart Player⁺. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Roku TV Remote Control Mobile has 1.8K ratings behind it against 100, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 44% of Roku TV Remote Control Mobile's written reviews are positive against 33% of IPTV Smart Player⁺'s.

Roku TV Remote Control Mobile ships an update monthly, IPTV Smart Player⁺ every 2 days. Both last shipped on November 12, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Roku TV Remote Control Mobile | IPTV Smart Player⁺ |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (1.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/roku-tv-remote-control-mobile/id6476518479/reviews)** | [4.5 (100 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/iptv-smart-player/id6743433436/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **1.8K** | 100 |
| Positive reviews | **43.9% of reviews** | 33.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 2 days** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 120 MB | 12 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **16.6** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Benjamin Ouellet](https://appshunter.io/developer/1866225138) | [Lori Nguyen](https://appshunter.io/developer/1872689629) |

## What reviewers say

### Roku TV Remote Control Mobile

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/roku-tv-remote-control-mobile/id6476518479)

Transform your smartphone into a powerful remote for your Roku TV or streaming device. Effortlessly control playback, volume, navigate menus, and launch apps with an intuitive interface. Enjoy seamless wireless control from the palm of your hand.

**Highlights:** Full remote functionality (power, volume, channels, playback), Touchpad navigation, Quick app launch, Voice and keyboard input, Fast Wi-Fi connection, User-friendly design

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Navigate and explore your TV! | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Customize your viewing | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Manage, control, and enjoy | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Get personalized TV experience | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Elevate your TV control | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Elevate your TV control | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Elevate your TV control | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Simplify your TV navigation | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Simplify your TV navigation | $19.99 | per month |
| Customize your viewing | $39.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Responsive app
- 💡 Useful features
- 🔒 Secure connection

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Connectivity issues
- 💰 Paid subscription required
- 🤖 Not the official Roku app
- 🙅‍♂️ Buttons don't work as expected

**Reported bugs**

- App not recognizing TV
- Frequent crashes or freezes

**Requested features**

- Free version without subscription
- Improved remote control functionality


### IPTV Smart Player⁺

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/iptv-smart-player/id6743433436)

Stream live TV, movies, and on-demand content with this smart player. It supports various IPTV playlists, offers high-quality playback, and features an intuitive interface for easy channel management and viewing.

**Highlights:** M3U & XSPF playlist support, High-quality streaming, Fast and simple setup, Multi-screen support, Electronic Program Guide (EPG), Parental controls, Chromecast & AirPlay support

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Player PRO (weekly) | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Player PRO (monthly) | $12.99 | per month |
| Player PRO (yearly) | $39.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Roku TV Remote Control Mobile free?

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

### Is IPTV Smart Player⁺ free?

IPTV Smart Player⁺ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Roku TV Remote Control Mobile or IPTV Smart Player⁺?

Roku TV Remote Control Mobile is rated higher. Roku TV Remote Control Mobile averages 4.6 out of 5 from 1.8K ratings, while IPTV Smart Player⁺ averages 4.5 from 100 ratings.

### Do Roku TV Remote Control Mobile or IPTV Smart Player⁺ have ads?

Neither Roku TV Remote Control Mobile nor IPTV Smart Player⁺ shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Roku TV Remote Control Mobile or IPTV Smart Player⁺?

Roku TV Remote Control Mobile ships an update monthly, and IPTV Smart Player⁺ every 2 days. Most recently, Roku TV Remote Control Mobile was updated on November 12, 2026 and IPTV Smart Player⁺ on November 12, 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.*