# MapUs vs Remote for Roku

The clearest difference is monetization model: MapUs at free with in-app purchases against Remote for Roku's subscription. Remote for Roku's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (362 vs 110). On price, rating, review sentiment and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. MapUs sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days and Remote for Roku sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for MapUs against 4.7 for Remote for Roku. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 110 and 362 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

## The numbers

| Metric | MapUs | Remote for Roku |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (110 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mapus-phone-tracker-location/id6748817487/reviews) | **[4.7 (362 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-for-roku-tv-control/id6749854437/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 110 | **362** |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | — | Every 5 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 48 MB | 33 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17 | **16.0** |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Anne Lage](https://appshunter.io/developer/1827445482) | [Ihor Bilous](https://appshunter.io/developer/1833228051) |

## What reviewers say

### MapUs

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mapus-phone-tracker-location/id6748817487)

Easily share your live location with trusted contacts using secure, time-limited links. This app simplifies meeting up, checking on loved ones, and coordinating group travel without constant texting. Enjoy peace of mind with full control over your location visibility.

**Highlights:** Instantly locate phones via verified number, Share real-time, time-limited location links, Create trusted family/friend networks, Smart tracking tools for peace of mind, Full control over location visibility, Ad-free interface with priority support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| mapusAnnWeekly | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| MapUs - Phone Tracker Location | $8.99 | per 7 days |


### Remote for Roku

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-for-roku-tv-control/id6749854437)

Transform your phone into a powerful remote for your smart TV. Navigate menus, change channels, control apps, and manage playback without a physical device. Connects easily over Wi-Fi for convenient control.

**Highlights:** Change channels and navigate menus, Launch and control apps, Adjust volume and playback, Connect over Wi-Fi, Alternative to physical remote

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| TV remote control in one app | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| TV remote control in one app | $9.99 | per year |
| TV remote control in one app | $9.99 | per year |
| TV remote control in one app | $14.99 | per year |
| TV remote control in one app | $19.99 | per year |
| TV remote control in one app | $19.99 | per year |
| TV remote control in one app | $29.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is MapUs free?

MapUs is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Remote for Roku free?

Remote for Roku is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, MapUs or Remote for Roku?

Remote for Roku is rated higher. MapUs averages 4.7 out of 5 from 110 ratings, while Remote for Roku averages 4.7 from 362 ratings.

### Do MapUs or Remote for Roku have ads?

MapUs shows ads; Remote for Roku does not.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*