Click Cast vs RoControl
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Click Cast
Control your smart TV with your iPhone, casting media and using your phone as a keyboard. Access TV apps and manage common functions from your wrist with an Apple Watch companion. Basic controls are free, with an optional premium for advanced features and ad removal.
- Smart TV remote control
- Media casting (photos/videos)
- iPhone keyboard input for TV
- Quick TV app launching
- Automatic TV discovery
- Apple Watch companion app
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Control compatible Sony BRAVIA and LG webOS TVs from your iPhone on the same Wi-Fi network. Click Cast helps you discover, pair, and control supported TVs with a familiar remote experience. KEY FEATURES • Discover compatible Sony BRAVIA and LG webOS TVs on your local network • Control power, volume, navigation, menus, and number keys; available controls vary by TV • On compatible Sony BRAVIA TVs, use supported app, input-source, and text-input features • Cast photos and videos to compatible Google Cast or DLNA devices — not screen mirroring • Use Apple Watch for basic remote controls while your iPhone remains nearby • Optional Premium removes ads and unlocks keyboard input, touchpad, casting, and quick launch REQUIREMENTS • Your iPhone and TV must be connected to the same Wi-Fi network • Local Network permission is required for device discovery and control • Photos permission is required only when selecting media to cast • Remote control support is limited to Sony BRAVIA and LG webOS TVs; feature availability varies by model and brand LEGAL Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://jinshuihupro.github.io/click-cast-privacy.html?lang=en Additional Terms: https://jinshuihupro.github.io/click-cast-terms.html?lang=en
RoControl
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Take full control of your viewing experience with our advanced remote control solution for Smart TV devices. This app turns your iPhone or iPad into a powerful, intuitive controller for a seamless navigation. Please note: This app requires an active subscription to access its full functionality, including remote control features, touchpad, and keyboard input. New users can take advantage of a 7-day free trial period to explore all features. Key Features: Instant Connectivity: Automatically discover and pair with compatible devices on your network. Intuitive Touchpad: Navigate menus and apps with smooth, responsive gestures. Smart Keyboard: Type searches, passwords, and URLs effortlessly from your mobile device. Quick Channel Access: Launch your favorite streaming services with a single tap. Volume & Playback Control: Full control over power, volume, and media playback. Subscription & Free Trial: Access to all features requires a paid subscription. Enjoy a 7-day free trial to test all functionalities. Payment will be charged to your iTunes Account at the end of the trial period unless canceled. Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. LEGAL DISCLAIMER: This application is not an official product of Roku, Inc. and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or associated with Roku, Inc. in any way. Roku, Roku TV, the Roku logo, and the Roku d-pad design are trademarks or registered trademarks of Roku, Inc. in the United States and other countries. This app uses the official Roku External Control Protocol (ECP) but is an independent tool designed for user convenience. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Click Cast at none against RoControl's 2. RoControl's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 3 days vs weekly). On price, device support and iOS requirement 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
Both are free to download. RoControl sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Click Cast asks for nothing beyond the download.
Click Cast ships an update weekly, RoControl every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on September 15, 2026 and September 12, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Click Cast | RoControl |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Weekly | Every 3 days — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 72 MB | 48 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | 玉婉 祝 | Vsevolod Fedotov |
In-app purchases
Click Cast
No in-app purchases
RoControl
- Monthly$1.991 Month
- Yearly7 Days trial$17.991 Year





