Roomie Universal Remote X vs Custom Controller App
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Roomie Universal Remote X
Transform your iPhone or iPad into a powerful universal remote for your smart home and entertainment devices. Control TVs, lights, thermostats, and more with an intuitive interface, even remotely. Offers personalized media guides and advanced automation for effortless home management.
- Vibrant Liquid Glass Interface
- Broad Device Compatibility
- Personalized TV & Media Guides
- Smart Home Control
- Family-Friendly Features
- Voice Control
- Automation & Macros
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Take control of your home with Roomie Remote X, the next generation of the leading app turning your iPhone, iPad, or Mac into a powerful Universal Remote, with Apple TV as a dashboard or always-on Primary Controller. Seamlessly manage TVs, media players, A/V receivers, switchers, lights, thermostats, cameras, and more with a vibrant, intuitive interface—whether at home or across the globe. Control 1 Smart TV for free — no subscription needed! Subscriptions unlock unlimited devices, rooms, and advanced features. Free Trials are available. Roomie Remote X unifies your entertainment and smart home devices in one elegant app, with unmatched compatibility, personalized media guides, and advanced automation. Key Features: * Vibrant Liquid Glass Interface: A modern, color-rich design in Light and Dark mode. * Broad Device Compatibility: Control TVs (LG, Samsung, Sony, Vizio, TCL, Roku), Apple TV, Fire TV, Sonos, Plex, Kodi, and thousands more with automatic network discovery, plus Harmony import. * Personalized TV & Media Guides: Access TV listings for the Americas and Europe, plus guides for Plex, Sonos, Kaleidescape, Zidoo, and more with episode and cast details. * Smart Home Control: Integrate with Lutron, Philips Hue, Ecobee, Mitsubishi Kumo Cloud, SmartThings, Home Assistant, and more. * Family-Friendly Features: Set Restricted Rooms, View-only mode for kids, and setup for users under 13 with no account needed. * HomeKit Integration: Manage HomeKit accessories alongside audio/video devices for unified control. * Voice Control: Command your home with Roomie Voice (on-device, far-field), Siri, or Amazon Alexa. * Apple Watch App: Start activities, control transport, and adjust volume from your wrist — with hands-free voice. * Camera Monitoring: View HomeKit, Ring, Reolink, UniFi, RTSP, and ONVIF cameras, with their own windows on iPad and Mac. * Sonos & Receiver Management: Run Sonos systems, group speakers, and control receivers from Denon, Yamaha, Marantz, Trinnov/JBL, and more, including HEOS and MusicCast. * Intercom: Connect via video conferencing between Roomie devices or send announcements to Sonos speakers and HomePods. * Automation & Macros: Trigger lights on motion, shut systems down at night, plus Siri Shortcuts integration. * Remote Access: Control your home from anywhere with instant, secure connectivity — no VPN needed. * Three Up Layout: View Activities, Remotes, and Guides simultaneously for easy navigation. * Synchronization: Instant sync across devices, so the whole family shares one home. * Spotlight, Controls & Widgets: Find rooms and activities in Spotlight, and run them from Control Center, the Lock Screen, the Action button, or Home Screen widgets. * History: Every action is recorded with its origin, and the State tab charts what each device did across the day. * Works with Claude: Connect claude.ai and the Claude app to view, control, and diagnose your home from anywhere. Choose a Plan: Free: 1 Smart TV, 1 Room — no subscription required. Unlimited: Unlimited Devices, Rooms, Activities, Homes, Family Sharing — as a subscription or a one-payment 3-Year Pass. One Home: 1 Home, 5 Rooms, 8 Activities per Room, 24 Devices, Family Sharing. One Room: 1 Home, 1 Room, 5 Activities, 8 Devices. Getting Started: Requires iOS/iPadOS/tvOS/macOS 26. All subscriptions include support for all platforms with a single universal purchase. Some features, like Amazon Alexa support, need an always-on controller (e.g., a dedicated iPad, iPhone, Apple TV, or a Mac running the app in the background). Controlling some legacy devices may require an infrared adapter. Visit the Compatibility Assistant in the app for details. Upgrading from Roomie Remote 9? Active subscriptions carry over, and Unlimited Perpetual owners choose a plan in the app. Visit roomieremote.com for details and start mastering your home today! Privacy Policy: https://roomieremote.com/app-privacy Terms of Use: https://roomieremote.com/terms-conditions/
Custom Controller App
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One app. Total control. No central processor needed. Custom Controller lets you control Audio-Visual (AV), ELV, and IoT devices—all from your device. Whether you’re managing a home theater, lighting system, or enterprise-level AV setup, Custom Controller makes it simple, fast, and flexible. *Please Note: This app is for authorized users only. An account must be created and provided by Alter Electronics to access and use the system. KEY FEATURES: Easy Setup & Deployment -Sign in, download your custom design, and you’re ready to go. Use it on one or multiple devices—your control system travels with you. All-in-One Control -Forget switching between different apps for different devices. Control projectors, AV receivers, lighting, relays, and more—all in a single interface. Offline Support -Need to run in a secure, internet-free environment? No problem. Just sign in once and stay signed in—your design stays with the app.* (*Some systems may require local design distribution hardware.) Protocol Support -Supports TCP, UDP, WebSocket, and more coming soon (HTTP/REST API). Works with a wide range of IP-based AV and control devices. Interactive & Real-Time -Buttons, toggles, sliders—you name it. Custom Controller supports real-time feedback and interactive control elements tailored to your setup. Interested or want to learn more? Visit us www.alterelectronics.com or contact us sales@alterelectronics.com
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Custom Controller App at none against Roomie Universal Remote X's 7. Custom Controller App also leads on iOS requirement (18.0 vs 26.0). Roomie Universal Remote X's advantage is device support (5 vs 2). On price and ads 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. Roomie Universal Remote X sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Custom Controller App asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | Roomie Universal Remote X | Custom Controller App |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.3 (92 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 27.3% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 92 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Subscription | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV, Apple Watch — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | 18.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 139 MB | 52 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Roomie Remote, Inc | Hong Way Khow |
In-app purchases
Roomie Universal Remote X
- One Room Monthly$4.991 Month
- Unlimited Monthly$14.991 Month
- One Room Annual7 Days trial$49.991 Year
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- One Home Annual7 Days trial$89.991 Year
- Unlimited Annual3 Months trial$129.991 Year
- Unlimited Annual7 Days trial$129.991 Year
- Unlimited 3-Year Pass$299.99
Custom Controller App
No in-app purchases
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