Comparison

Roku TV Remote Control・ vs Remote Controller for TV

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

Head to head
About

Roku TV Remote Control・

Control your Roku TV with your phone. Navigate channels, adjust volume, and cast media from your device. Offers voice search and multi-device support for a seamless entertainment experience.

Highlights
  • Complete remote control functions
  • TV casting for videos, music, and photos
  • Quick Wi-Fi connection
  • Intuitive user interface
  • Voice search and channel shortcuts
  • Multiple Roku TV support
Features
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Take full control of your Roku TV with this easy-to-use remote app. Enjoy seamless navigation and effortless TV casting right from your phone. KEY FEATURES: - Complete remote control with all standard buttons for easy channel surfing, volume adjustment, and power management - TV casting functionality to stream videos, music, and photos from your device directly to your Roku TV - Simple and quick connection setup via Wi-Fi - Intuitive interface designed for smooth and convenient control - Support for voice search and shortcuts for your favorite channels - Multiple device support to manage several Roku TVs from one app - Ad-free and lightweight for optimal performance This app is your perfect companion for turning your device into a versatile Roku TV remote and casting tool anytime, anywhere. Subscription terms: The App offers auto-renewing subscriptions to provide you with unlimited access to all features with no limits while you maintain an active subscription. Payment will be charged to the credit card connected to your iTunes Account when you confirm the initial subscription purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current subscription period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and the cost of the renewal will be identified. You may manage your subscription and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to your Account Settings after the purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription, where applicable. Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1erIJOy4vqEZC-oPKigJouKc_Q4Drg98hVybqSWWvciY/edit?usp=sharing Terms of Use: https://docs.google.com/document/d/16L5_ILgVomdL5jm3js9d9VnkTx2p0L-5XaOlAbPKaLE/edit?usp=sharing

About

Remote Controller for TV

Transform your smartphone into a powerful remote for your smart TV. Control channels, volume, navigate menus with a trackpad, and perform text searches directly from your device. Connects easily over Wi-Fi to compatible smart TV models.

Highlights
  • Smart TV remote control
  • Channel and volume management
  • Built-in trackpad navigation
  • Text search functionality
  • One-tap app launching
  • Automatic Wi-Fi connection
Features
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Remote Controller for TV gives you all the controls of a standard Roku Smart TV remote. Use Remote Controller for TV to manage & change channels, fast forward, rewind, skip back, adjust volume and much more. You can also navigate menus using the built-in trackpad or make text searches right with your phone’s keyboard. Connecting the app to your device is simple. Just ensure your iOS device and Roku TV are connected to the same Wi-Fi network and you’re good to go! Key Features: --------------------------------- • Connect automatically to Roku TVs on your Wi-Fi network • Access all Smart TV buttons for seamless control • Spacious Trackpad for easy menu and content navigation • Effortlessly manage & change TV channels • Launch popular platforms like Youtube, Netflix, Tubi, HBO, Prime Video, and more with a single tap • Make fast searches with text entry using your device's keyboard for channels such as Netflix or Youtube, or for searching on your Smart TV • Compatible with all TV models running Smart TV OS NEVER LOSE YOUR REMOTE AGAIN Constantly misplacing your TV remote? Remote Controller for TV acts as the original remote control, granting access to all your device's functionalities straight from your smartphone! SEAMLESS CONTROL With its straightforward design and intuitive interface, there's no clutter of buttons or intricate configurations. Use Remote Controller for TV just like you would a regular TV remote! CONNECT IN SECONDS With TCL Roku, setup is a breeze. Remote Controller for TV automatically detects and lets you connect to every Smart TV on your network with a tap! Note: Some apps like YouTube and Hulu+ utilize their own on-screen keyboards instead of the iOS keyboard. Remote Controller for TV is compatible with all Roku models including Roku 1, Roku 2, Roku 3, Streaming Stick, Express, Express+, Premiere, Premiere+, Ultra, Roku TV, TCL Roku TV, Sharp Roku TV, Hisense, Philips, Onn Roku TV & more. * Please note that Remote Controller for TV is not an official Roku product, and we are not affiliated with the Roku company. Privacy Policy https://loopmobile.io/privacy.html Terms of use https://loopmobile.io/tos.html

Screenshots

Roku TV Remote Control・4 screens
Remote Controller for TV4 screens

Verdict

The call

Roku TV Remote Control・ and Remote Controller for TV both sit at 4.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 72% of Roku TV Remote Control・'s written reviews are positive against 11% of Remote Controller for TV's. Roku TV Remote Control・ also leads on ratings volume (2.8K vs 691). Remote Controller for TV's advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and update cadence (weekly vs every 4 months). On price, rating, ads 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 TV Remote Control・ sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days and Remote Controller for TV sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 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 — 4.6 for Roku TV Remote Control・ against 4.5 for Remote Controller for TV. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2.8K and 691 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 72% of Roku TV Remote Control・'s written reviews are positive against 11% of Remote Controller for TV's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Roku TV Remote Control・ ships an update every 4 months, Remote Controller for TV weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Roku TV Remote Control・ versus Remote Controller for TV: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRoku TV Remote Control・Remote Controller for TV
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (2.8K ratings) — better4.5 (691 ratings)
Positive reviews72.3% of reviews — better11.1% of reviews
Number of ratings2.8K — better691
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationSubscriptionFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPhone, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.1 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size30 MB18 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRoqo LLCLOOP MOBILE FZCO

Customer experience

Roku TV Remote Control・

All ratings2,826 ratings
Positive88.9%
Neutral3.7%
Negative7.4%
Written reviews65 reviews
Positive72.3%
Neutral1.5%
Negative26.2%

Remote Controller for TV

All ratings691 ratings
Positive86.3%
Neutral3.8%
Negative10.0%
Written reviews9 reviews
Positive11.1%
Neutral0.0%
Negative88.9%

Bugs and requests

Roku TV Remote Control・

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Remote control not working
  • Trouble connecting to TV

Requested features

2 requests
  • Improve connectivity
  • Offer free remote app

Remote Controller for TV

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

8 purchases

Roku TV Remote Control・

Subscriptions7
  • Watch TV without restrictions$5.997 Days
  • Seamlessly control your TV3 Days trial$5.997 Days
  • Roku TV Smart Controle Remoto3 Days trial$6.997 Days
Show 4 more
  • Roku TV Smart Controle Remoto$7.997 Days
  • Roku TV Smart Remote Control・3 Days trial$7.997 Days
  • Roku TV Smart Remote Control・$9.991 Month
  • Roku TV Smart Controle Remoto$49.991 Year
One-time1
  • Seamlessly control your TV$9.99
5 purchases

Remote Controller for TV

Subscriptions4
  • Premium$6.997 Days
  • Premium3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Premium3 Days trial$39.991 Year
Show 1 more
  • Premium$39.991 Year
One-time1
  • Premium$44.99

Questions

Is Roku TV Remote Control・ free?
Roku TV Remote Control・ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Remote Controller for TV free?
Remote Controller for TV is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Roku TV Remote Control・ or Remote Controller for TV?
Roku TV Remote Control・ is rated higher. Roku TV Remote Control・ averages 4.6 out of 5 from 2.8K ratings, while Remote Controller for TV averages 4.5 from 691 ratings.
Do Roku TV Remote Control・ or Remote Controller for TV have ads?
Neither Roku TV Remote Control・ nor Remote Controller for TV shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Roku TV Remote Control・ or Remote Controller for TV?
Roku TV Remote Control・ ships an update every 4 months, and Remote Controller for TV weekly. Most recently, Roku TV Remote Control・ was updated on October 16, 2026 and Remote Controller for TV on October 17, 2026.

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