Comparison

RemoteTV vs TV

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

Head to head
About

RemoteTV

Transform your iPhone into a powerful and intuitive remote for your Roku devices. Effortlessly discover and connect to your TV, navigate menus with a touchpad, and launch your favorite channels instantly. Enjoy seamless control without complex setup.

Highlights
  • Automatic Roku device discovery
  • Full remote control functions
  • Swipe touchpad navigation
  • Quick channel launch
  • Easy device switching
Features
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Use your iPhone or iPad as a remote for compatible smart TVs. Connect your phone and TV to the same Wi-Fi network, find your TV, and pair when prompted. Features: - Automatic discovery of compatible TVs on your local network - Support for multiple compatible smart TV and streaming-player control systems - Power, input, Home, Back, directional, playback, mute, and volume controls when available - Swipe-and-tap touchpad navigation on supported TVs - Keyboard input on supported TV text fields - Saved TVs for faster switching - Manual IP connection when discovery is unavailable - Clear pairing, compatibility, and troubleshooting guidance Quick access to installed TV apps and channels is available when supported by the connected TV. Compatibility varies by TV model, model year, region, firmware, and enabled network settings. RemoteTV checks the controls exposed by the connected TV and disables unavailable controls instead of pretending they work. Your iPhone or iPad and TV must be on the same Wi-Fi network. Some TVs display a pairing request the first time you connect. Find, pair, and connect to your compatible TV before subscribing. After any free preview: An active monthly or annual subscription is required to send remote commands, use the touchpad or keyboard, or open TV channels. The monthly plan has no introductory offer and renews monthly at the standard price. The App Store confirms your localized price and annual offer eligibility before purchase. One introductory offer is available per subscription group. Existing subscribers retain their access and subscription terms. Terms of Use: https://renaissanceapps.com/terms-conditions Privacy Policy: https://renaissanceapps.com/privacy-policy RemoteTV is an independent app and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by any TV manufacturer.

About

TV

Features
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Lost your remote? Batteries dead? Turn your iPhone into a fast, beautiful TV remote that works over Wi-Fi — no IR blaster, no extra hardware. TV Remote finds the TVs on your network in seconds. Pair once, control forever. WORKS WITH YOUR TV • Samsung Smart TV (Tizen, 2016 and newer) • LG Smart TV (webOS) • Roku & TCL Roku TV • VIZIO SmartCast • Sony Bravia • Philips Smart TV • Panasonic Viera A REMOTE THAT FEELS REAL • Full-size remote layout: power, volume, channels, mute, navigation • Choose a classic D-Pad or a swipe touchpad — whatever feels natural • Hold-to-repeat keys, haptics and key click sounds • Wake your TV from standby (Wake-on-LAN) — power on without touching the TV • Type on your TV with the iPhone keyboard — no more arrow-key hunting YOUR APPS, ONE TAP AWAY Launch Netflix, YouTube, Prime Video, Disney+, Apple TV, Hulu, Max, Spotify, Plex and Peacock directly on the TV from your phone. CAST PHOTOS & VIDEOS Send photos and videos from your iPhone straight to the big screen. Paste a YouTube link and play it on the TV. Family slideshows have never been easier. APPLE WATCH REMOTE The only remote you wear. Your TVs sync automatically from the iPhone — change volume, switch channels and navigate straight from your wrist. HEY SIRI "Hey Siri, pause the TV" — pause, play, power, volume and mute with your voice, from anywhere in the house. MADE FOR EVERYONE • 45 languages, full right-to-left support • 10 accent themes to recolor the whole app • VoiceOver labels on every control • 100% private: no account, no tracking, zero data collection. Everything stays on your Wi-Fi. GOOD TO KNOW • Your iPhone and TV must be on the same Wi-Fi network. • Power-on requires the TV's wake setting (e.g. Samsung "Power On with Mobile", LG "Quick Start+", Roku "Fast TV Start"). PREMIUM The first session is free. Unlimited control requires a subscription (weekly with a 3-day free trial, or yearly). Payment is charged to your Apple ID account; subscriptions renew automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the period. Manage or cancel anytime in Settings. Privacy Policy : https://britelapps.online/TvRemote/privacy.html Terms of Use: https://britelapps.online/TvRemote/terms.html Questions or a TV that won't pair? Contact us from Settings → Support — we answer fast.

Screenshots

RemoteTV4 screens
TV4 screens

Verdict

The call

RemoteTV and TV are too close to call on the numbers: across 6 compared parameters — price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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. RemoteTV sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month and TV sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

RemoteTV ships an update every 3 days, TV every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and November 10, 2026 respectively.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
RemoteTV versus TV: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRemoteTVTV
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (4 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings4 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 days — betterEvery 6 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS17.017.0
Further details — not scored
Size16 MB9 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRenaissance Apps LLCNOUR-EDDINE JAMI

In-app purchases

4 purchases

RemoteTV

Subscriptions4
  • RemoteTV Premium Monthly$7.991 Month
  • Roku Remote Yearly Premium3 Days trial$9.991 Year
  • Rokuku Premium Annual3 Days trial$29.991 Year
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  • RemoteTV Premium Annual$49.991 Year
2 purchases

TV

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly Premium3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • Yearly Premium$19.991 Year

Questions

Is RemoteTV free?
RemoteTV is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is TV free?
TV is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do RemoteTV or TV have ads?
Neither RemoteTV nor TV shows ads.
Which is updated more often, RemoteTV or TV?
RemoteTV ships an update every 3 days, and TV every 6 days. Most recently, RemoteTV was updated on November 5, 2026 and TV on November 10, 2026.

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