Comparison

TV Remote for Roku ® vs ArcoMeter

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

Head to head
About

TV Remote for Roku ®

Transform your phone into a smart remote for your Roku TV. Easily control channels, volume, navigation, and even type queries with a keyboard. Enjoy a seamless entertainment experience without the hassle of a physical remote.

Highlights
  • Intuitive Roku remote control
  • Full control features (volume, channels, navigation)
  • Roku channel manager
  • Fast keyboard input
  • Wi-Fi connectivity
  • Large touchpad navigation
  • Favorite channels list
Features
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Tired of constantly losing your remote, dealing with quickly drained batteries, or trying to distinguish between nearly identical remotes at home? Maybe your remote is slow, unresponsive, or even chewed up by a pet? If these issues sound familiar, the TV Remote Control app is the perfect solution for you. This app transforms your phone into a smart remote specifically for Roku, eliminating all these headaches. Our app provides comprehensive control over your Roku TV, making managing your entertainment experience easy and convenient. This app allows you to easily control your Roku TV, whether you're in the living room, bedroom, or kitchen. Additionally, the app supports various streaming services, making it effortless to browse and control your entertainment options. With this Roku remote app, managing your TV and streaming experience is made simple and convenient. Key Features: • Intuitive and Powerful Roku Remote: Easy to use and quickly accessible, replacing your physical Roku remote anytime, anywhere. • Personalized Settings: Offers full control features, allowing you to adjust volume, switch channels, navigate menus, power off, check info, use tools, select input sources, play/pause/stop content, control power, adjust volume, mute, access channel number buttons, menu buttons, navigate up/down/left/right, switch between AV/TV, and more—all from your iPhone. These commands give you complete control over every aspect of your Roku TV for a seamless experience. • Roku Channel Manager: Easily manage Roku channels, add new ones, search YouTube videos and streams, and quickly launch apps like Netflix, Hulu, HBO Max, Disney+, and more. Fast Keyboard Input: Type queries directly on your iPhone, avoiding the hassle of typing on the TV screen. • Haptic Feedback: Experience real-time tactile responses, making gesture-based navigation more natural and enhancing the user experience. • Wi-Fi Connectivity: Automatically detects your Roku TV on the network, enabling smart control with ease. • Large Touchpad for Easy Navigation: Replace buttons with a touchpad, making swipe navigation more convenient than traditional "down" or "right" buttons, so you can focus on what matters most—searching for your favorite movie or series on TV. • Favorite Channels: Create a list of your favorite Roku channels for quick access. • User-Friendly Interface: No cluttered buttons or complicated settings—launch Roku channels directly from the app. Disclaimer: Roku Remote TV Control is not an official app of Roku, TCL, or any other company. Subscription Information: Unlock all premium features with flexible plans—monthly, yearly, or weekly (each offering a free trial), or a lifetime option (one-time purchase)—with auto-renewal unless canceled 24 hours before the end of the current period, and manage or cancel anytime in your account settings. Privacy Policy: https://downloadauthenticator.com/tv-remote-privacy-policy/ Terms of Use: https://downloadauthenticator.com/tv-remote-terms-of-use/

About

ArcoMeter

Features
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ArcoMeter is a clean GPS speedometer and trip recorder for seeing your speed clearly and keeping a personal log of your journeys. Open the app to view your live speed in a large dashboard-style gauge, then start a recording when you want to save a route. ArcoMeter tracks the details that matter during drives, rides, runs, boat trips, and other movement: distance, duration, moving time, max speed, average speed, route points, speed history, and elevation. Make the speedometer fit how you use it. Choose from color themes including Classic, Horizon, and Graphite, switch between light, dark, or system appearance, and pick a layout preset: Comfortable, Compact, or Dashboard. Saved recordings can be reviewed, edited, and exported. Rename trips, trim the start or end, merge accidentally split recordings, and remove unusual GPS points. Trip stats, maps, charts, and exports are recalculated after edits. Main features: - Live GPS speed with a clear analog-style gauge - Speed units: km/h, mph, knots, and m/s - Trip recording with background location support - Saved trip history stored on your device - Color themes: Classic, Horizon, and Graphite - Light, dark, and system appearance - Layout presets: Comfortable, Compact, and Dashboard - Trip editing: rename, trim, merge, and fix GPS points - Route map with speed-colored path segments - Trip summary with distance, duration, moving time, samples, max speed, and average speed - Speed and elevation charts for recorded trips - GPX and CSV export through the iOS share sheet - HUD mirror mode for windshield reflection - Optional overspeed alert you control - Display calibration to match your vehicle dashboard - Adjustable dial range - Portrait, landscape, or automatic orientation - GPS status and accuracy indicator Best for: - Driving with a clear supplemental speed display - Cycling, boating, running, and outdoor movement tracking - Customizing your speed display for different vehicles or uses - Cleaning up GPS recordings after a trip - Logging routes without creating an account - Exporting trip data for maps, spreadsheets, or personal records Privacy and accuracy: Your saved recordings stay on your device until you delete or export them. ArcoMeter uses your device location to measure speed and record trips. GPS accuracy depends on signal quality, device hardware, weather, and surroundings. Continuous GPS use can affect battery life. Safety: Do not interact with the app while driving or operating a vehicle. Set up your view before you start moving and always follow local laws. Start ArcoMeter, see your speed, and keep a trip log you control. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

TV Remote for Roku ®4 screens
ArcoMeter4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: TV Remote for Roku ® at Free against ArcoMeter's $0.99. ArcoMeter's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 6). On update cadence, ads, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

TV Remote for Roku ® is free to download; ArcoMeter costs $0.99 up front. TV Remote for Roku ® sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. ArcoMeter asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TV Remote for Roku ® ships an update fortnightly, ArcoMeter every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and September 29, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
TV Remote for Roku ® versus ArcoMeter: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTV Remote for Roku ®ArcoMeter
PriceFree — better$0.99
Rating4.7 (6 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings6 — better—
Update frequencyFortnightlyEvery 9 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size28 MB46 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHearttell US LimitedJakub Gajzler

In-app purchases

6 purchases

TV Remote for Roku ®

Subscriptions5
  • TV Remote Pro Weekly3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • TV Remote Pro Monthly3 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • Universal Remote Monthly3 Days trial$9.991 Month
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  • TV Remote Pro Yearly3 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • Universal Remote Yearly3 Days trial$39.991 Year
One-time1
  • TV Remote Permanently$49.99
None

ArcoMeter

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is TV Remote for Roku ® free?
TV Remote for Roku ® is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ArcoMeter free?
ArcoMeter costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do TV Remote for Roku ® or ArcoMeter have ads?
Neither TV Remote for Roku ® nor ArcoMeter shows ads.
Which is updated more often, TV Remote for Roku ® or ArcoMeter?
TV Remote for Roku ® ships an update fortnightly, and ArcoMeter every 9 days. Most recently, TV Remote for Roku ® was updated on October 27, 2026 and ArcoMeter on September 29, 2026.

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