Comparison

Remote Control for Roku etc. vs JournalBear

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

Head to head
About

Remote Control for Roku etc.

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
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Can't find your remote again? Here is an easy way to find a replacement without leaving your home! Lost your TV remote control? Say goodbye to the hassle of searching for your remote. Simply connect it to the same Wi-Fi network as your Roku TV, you can effortlessly turn the TV on/off, switch channels, adjust the volume and manage content playback - just like a typical physical remote control. It even has a touchpad and voice input for added convenience. Enhance your TV experience with the TV remote app today! Here are the guidelines for using the TV remote app: 1. Download and install the universal roki TV Remote app. 2. Select a Roku TV that is connected to the same WiFi network. 3. Tap to connect. 4. Voila! The TV Remote control is now all set up. Enjoy seamless control of your Roku TV with these simple steps! With the TV Remote app, you'll enjoy a range of convenient features: - Automatic detection of Roku TVs on the same WiFi network makes setup a breeze. - Rapid Roku TV control gives you instant access to volume adjustment, reverse, and fast forward functions. - Experience smooth and efficient TV control with the touchpad feature. - Swift text input and search functionality help you find your favorite shows and movies quickly. - Power on/off your Roku TV directly from your device for added convenience. - Take advantage of voice search functionality for hands-free control. Enjoy the functionalities and features of the app at your own discretion. For troubleshooting: - The app can only connect to the same WiFi network as your Roku device. - For connection failure with Roku TV, app reinstallation and TV reboot are suggested to resolve most issues. Please note that the TV Remote is not an official application and is not affiliated with Roku. However, it provides a convenient and user-friendly way to romote control your Roku TV. Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/tv-remote-ios-privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://sites.google.com/view/tv-remote-ios-terms-of-use

About

JournalBear

Features
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JournalBear is a private, encrypted journal that lives in a single file only you can open. Everything you write is sealed with AES-256 encryption, using a key derived from your password. There is no account, no cloud, and no tracking: your journal never leaves your device unless you move it yourself. WRITE FREELY * Entries are Markdown: headings, lists, quotes, tables, and code blocks render beautifully * Attach photos straight from your library ONE PORTABLE FILE Your entire journal is a single encrypted .zjournal file. Keep it in Files, back it up anywhere, and open the same file with JournalBear on your desktop. PRIVATE BY DESIGN * AES-256 encryption, with the key derived from your password (PBKDF2) * No account, no analytics, no data collection * Works entirely offline — the app never touches the network * Your password is the only key: nobody, including us, can recover a forgotten one

Screenshots

Remote Control for Roku etc.4 screens
JournalBear3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: JournalBear at none against Remote Control for Roku etc.'s 9. JournalBear also leads on ads (none vs shown). Remote Control for Roku etc.'s advantage is iOS requirement (18.0 vs 26.0). On price and device support 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. Remote Control for Roku etc. sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days. JournalBear asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Remote Control for Roku etc. versus JournalBear: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRemote Control for Roku etc.JournalBear
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (5.1K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews25.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings5.1K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS18.0 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size104 MB10 MB
Age rating9+4+
DeveloperSEAMOBI TECH PTE LTDRahul Yedida

Bugs and requests

Remote Control for Roku etc.

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Remote control buttons not functioning properly
  • Frequent crashes and freezes

Requested features

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

JournalBear

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

9 purchases

Remote Control for Roku etc.

Subscriptions6
  • Pro 1 Week$7.997 Days
  • Weekly Plan for TV Remote3 Days trial$8.597 Days
  • Roku Remote Pro Annual$19.991 Year
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  • Roku Remote Pro 1 Year1 Year trial$39.991 Year
  • Roku Remote Pro 1 Year$39.991 Year
  • Roku Remote Pro 1 Year3 Days trial$39.991 Year
One-time3
  • Unlock all features for 1 week$5.99
  • Premium for TV Remote$39.99
  • Pro Life Time$49.99
None

JournalBear

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Remote Control for Roku etc. free?
Remote Control for Roku etc. is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is JournalBear free?
JournalBear is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Remote Control for Roku etc. or JournalBear have ads?
Remote Control for Roku etc. shows ads; JournalBear does not.

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