Comparison

CHere vs Smart Remote Roku TV

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

Head to head
About

CHere

This utility app enables remote access and playback of video feeds. It supports P2P connections via QR code scanning and IP login, along with DDNS for network access. Users can also take snapshots of live feeds.

Highlights
  • P2P QR code scan
  • IP login
  • DDNS login
  • Remote playback
  • Snapshot functionality
Features
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1.Support P2P via QR code scan 2.Support IP login 3.Support DDNS login 4.Support remote playback 5.Support snapshot

About

Smart Remote Roku TV

Features
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Turn your iPhone or iPad into a simple remote for compatible Roku streaming players and Roku TVs. Smart Remote Roku TV connects directly over local Wi-Fi—no account or extra hardware required. Discover nearby Roku devices, connect in seconds, and control your TV from a clean, responsive interface. KEY FEATURES • D-pad and swipe navigation • Home, Back, Options, Replay, and playback controls • Fast text input using the iPhone or iPad keyboard • Launch installed Roku channels from the app • Power, volume, mute, channel, and input controls on supported Roku TVs • Find Remote on supported Roku players and remotes • Automatic discovery plus manual IP connection • Remembers your selected device • Works with iPhone and iPad SETUP 1. Connect your Apple device and Roku to the same Wi-Fi network. 2. Open the app and select your Roku. 3. Start controlling. If connection is blocked, on Roku go to Settings > System > Advanced system settings > Control by mobile apps > Network access, then allow access. PREMIUM Upgrade to remove ads and unlock all premium controls. Choose Weekly or Yearly. The Weekly plan includes a 3-day free trial for eligible new subscribers. Payment is charged to your Apple Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel subscriptions in your Apple Account settings. Any unused portion of a free trial is forfeited when a subscription is purchased, where applicable. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://kog677140-dot.github.io/roku-remote-privacy/ Smart Remote Roku TV is an independent application and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Roku, Inc. Roku is a trademark of Roku, Inc.

Screenshots

CHere2 screens
Smart Remote Roku TV4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: CHere at none against Smart Remote Roku TV's 2. CHere also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (9.1 vs 16.0). Smart Remote Roku TV's advantage is update cadence (daily vs every 2 months). On price and device support 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. Smart Remote Roku TV sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. CHere asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

CHere ships an update every 2 months, Smart Remote Roku TV daily. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 26, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
CHere versus Smart Remote Roku TV: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCHereSmart Remote Roku TV
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.8 (25 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews26.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings25 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsDaily — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS9.1 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size9 MB13 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTIGERSECU, Inc.Pham Trung

In-app purchases

None

CHere

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Smart Remote Roku TV

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly Premium3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Yearly Premium$14.991 Year

Questions

Is CHere free?
CHere is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Smart Remote Roku TV free?
Smart Remote Roku TV is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do CHere or Smart Remote Roku TV have ads?
Smart Remote Roku TV shows ads; CHere does not.
Which is updated more often, CHere or Smart Remote Roku TV?
CHere ships an update every 2 months, and Smart Remote Roku TV daily. Most recently, CHere was updated on November 1, 2026 and Smart Remote Roku TV on October 26, 2026.

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