Comparison

RoControl vs TV Remote Control

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

Head to head
About

RoControl

Features
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Take full control of your viewing experience with our advanced remote control solution for Smart TV devices. This app turns your iPhone or iPad into a powerful, intuitive controller for a seamless navigation. Please note: This app requires an active subscription to access its full functionality, including remote control features, touchpad, and keyboard input. New users can take advantage of a 7-day free trial period to explore all features. Key Features: Instant Connectivity: Automatically discover and pair with compatible devices on your network. Intuitive Touchpad: Navigate menus and apps with smooth, responsive gestures. Smart Keyboard: Type searches, passwords, and URLs effortlessly from your mobile device. Quick Channel Access: Launch your favorite streaming services with a single tap. Volume & Playback Control: Full control over power, volume, and media playback. Subscription & Free Trial: Access to all features requires a paid subscription. Enjoy a 7-day free trial to test all functionalities. Payment will be charged to your iTunes Account at the end of the trial period unless canceled. Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. LEGAL DISCLAIMER: This application is not an official product of Roku, Inc. and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or associated with Roku, Inc. in any way. Roku, Roku TV, the Roku logo, and the Roku d-pad design are trademarks or registered trademarks of Roku, Inc. in the United States and other countries. This app uses the official Roku External Control Protocol (ECP) but is an independent tool designed for user convenience. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

TV Remote Control

Transform your iPhone into a universal smart TV remote. Control your TV over Wi-Fi with full functionality, including casting, voice search, and app shortcuts. Offers a free version with an optional Pro upgrade for advanced features.

Highlights
  • Wi-Fi TV control
  • Full button functionality
  • Trackpad and air-mouse
  • Voice control and keyboard
  • One-tap app shortcuts
  • Cast photos and videos
  • Wake-on-LAN support
Features
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Your iPhone is now the only TV remote you need. Control your Smart TV over Wi-Fi — no extra hardware, no complicated setup. Just connect and you're in control. — FULL CONTROL, ZERO HASSLE — • Every button: power, volume, channels, D-pad, OK, back, home and more • Smooth trackpad & air-mouse — navigate like a laptop touchpad • Number pad, playback controls and one-tap app shortcuts — DO MORE THAN A REAL REMOTE — • Cast photos & videos from your phone straight to the big screen • Voice control & keyboard — search and type without the painful on-screen keyboard • Open Netflix, YouTube, Disney+, Prime Video and more in a single tap • Wake-on-LAN — turn your TV on right from your phone • Connect and switch between every TV in your home — WORKS WITH YOUR TV — Samsung (Tizen), LG (webOS), Roku, Hisense (VIDAA) and Philips — with more brands added regularly. Your phone and TV just need to be on the same Wi-Fi network. — FREE TO USE • PRO UNLOCKS EVERYTHING — Download and start controlling your TV for free. Upgrade to Pro for unlimited control, casting, trackpad, voice, keyboard, multiple TVs and every premium feature — with a 3-day free trial. Pro is offered as a weekly, monthly or yearly auto-renewable subscription, with a 3-day free trial on the weekly plan. Payment is charged to your Apple ID at confirmation of purchase. Your subscription renews automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel anytime in your App Store account settings. Terms of Use (EULA): https://remotetvglobal.com/terms Privacy Policy: https://remotetvglobal.com/home/privacy Got a request or a TV that isn't working? Reach out — we read every message.

Screenshots

RoControl4 screens
TV Remote Control4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: RoControl at none against TV Remote Control's shown. RoControl also leads on update cadence (every 3 days vs every 3 weeks). On price, in-app purchases, 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

Both are free to download. RoControl sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and TV Remote Control sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

RoControl ships an update every 3 days, TV Remote Control every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
RoControl versus TV Remote Control: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRoControlTV Remote Control
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 days — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.115.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size48 MB46 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperVsevolod FedotovEmre Ayar

In-app purchases

2 purchases

RoControl

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly$1.991 Month
  • Yearly7 Days trial$17.991 Year
3 purchases

TV Remote Control

Subscriptions3
  • One Week Subscription3 Days trial$5.997 Days
  • Monthly Subscription$9.991 Month
  • Yearly Subscription$49.991 Year

Questions

Is RoControl free?
RoControl is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is TV Remote Control free?
TV Remote Control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do RoControl or TV Remote Control have ads?
TV Remote Control shows ads; RoControl does not.
Which is updated more often, RoControl or TV Remote Control?
RoControl ships an update every 3 days, and TV Remote Control every 3 weeks. Most recently, RoControl was updated on October 16, 2026 and TV Remote Control on October 24, 2026.

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