Comparison

Remote for Roku・ vs VideoFlow

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

Head to head
About

Remote for Roku・

Control your Roku TV with your smartphone. Navigate menus, launch apps, change channels, adjust volume, and use the keyboard for searches. Works seamlessly over Wi-Fi with all Roku devices and compatible TV brands.

Highlights
  • Access Roku TV menus
  • Launch streaming apps
  • Change channels and navigate
  • Adjust volume
  • Use keyboard for search
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Your Roku remote control has run out of battery? Or perhaps your remote is damaged or lost again? Say goodbye to your worries! With the « Remote for Roku » app, you can manage your Roku TV effortlessly. Key features of the « Remote for Roku » app: ● Access the menus of your Roku TV ● Access apps: Netflix, Amazon, Disney, Apple Music, Spotify etc. ● Easily change channels and navigate quickly. ● Adjust the volume of your Roku Smart TV. ● Use the keyboard for search etc. Additional details: • Developed with a strong focus on quality and user-friendliness. • Requires no complex setup process. • Works seamlessly with your home Wi-Fi network. Compatible with all Roku TVs: TCL, CHiQ, JVC, Sharp and many more and all Roku devices, including Express, Express 4K+, Streaming Stick 4K, and Ultra. Disclaimer: This app is not an official Roku application or any other trademark. We are not affiliated with Roku inc. in any way. However, it has been meticulously crafted to provide you with an exceptional remote control experience for your Roku TV. Our aim is to simplify how you interact with your Roku device using your iPhone. Terms of use : https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

VideoFlow

Features
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VideoFlow is a powerful, privacy-first web browser engineered specifically for a seamless media experience. Whether you’re listening to web streams, casting videos to your living room, or securely navigating the internet, VideoFlow gives you total control without the bloat of traditional browsers. KEY FEATURES: • Background Audio Playback: Keep listening to your favorite web videos and audio streams even when you minimize the app or lock your screen. • Cast to Smart TVs: One tap to instantly stream extracted web media directly to your Google Cast compatible Smart TV. • Private Vault: Secure your sensitive tabs behind a biometric FaceID/TouchID wall seamlessly integrated into the Tab Manager. • Ad & Tracker Blocking: Enjoy a cleaner, faster, and more private web experience with our native content blockers. • Unlimited Tabs & Links: Organize your workflow with infinite saved links, favorites, and smart isolated tabs. Upgrade to VideoFlow Pro to unlock the ultimate media experience, including Background Audio, Smart Casting, and the Biometric Private Vault. Privacy Policy: https://raw.githubusercontent.com/wrr094/VideoFlowApp/refs/heads/main/PrivacyPolicy.md Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Remote for Roku・4 screens
VideoFlow4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Remote for Roku・ at none against VideoFlow's 1. Remote for Roku・ also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.8). VideoFlow's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 9 months). 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. VideoFlow sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $0.99 per month. Remote for Roku・ asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Remote for Roku・ ships an update every 9 months, VideoFlow every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Remote for Roku・ versus VideoFlow: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRemote for Roku・VideoFlow
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (2.1K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews51.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings2.1K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 9 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.8
Further details — not scored
Size28 MB5 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperPylabBishow Raj Adhikari

In-app purchases

None

Remote for Roku・

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

VideoFlow

Subscriptions1
  • VideoFlow Pro1 Month trial$0.991 Month

Questions

Is Remote for Roku・ free?
Remote for Roku・ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is VideoFlow free?
VideoFlow is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Remote for Roku・ or VideoFlow have ads?
Remote for Roku・ shows ads; VideoFlow does not.
Which is updated more often, Remote for Roku・ or VideoFlow?
Remote for Roku・ ships an update every 9 months, and VideoFlow every 3 weeks. Most recently, Remote for Roku・ was updated on October 27, 2026 and VideoFlow on October 11, 2026.

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