# Remote Control for Samsung vs Roku・TV Remote Control

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Roku・TV Remote Control at 68% against Remote Control for Samsung's 15%. Roku・TV Remote Control also leads on rating (4.6 vs 3.8) and ads (none vs shown). Remote Control for Samsung's advantage is ratings volume (27K vs 871) and device support (4 vs 1). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Remote Control for Samsung sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days and Roku・TV Remote Control sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Roku・TV Remote Control holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Remote Control for Samsung has 27K ratings behind it against 871, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 15% of Remote Control for Samsung's written reviews are positive against 68% of Roku・TV Remote Control's.

Remote Control for Samsung ships an update every 2 months, Roku・TV Remote Control every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Remote Control for Samsung | Roku・TV Remote Control |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.8 (27K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-control-for-samsung-tv/id983088149/reviews) | **[4.6 (871 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rokutv-remote-control/id6478630710/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **27K** | 871 |
| Positive reviews | 14.6% of reviews | **68.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 6 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 52 MB | 74 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Quanticapps Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/511757906) | [Liridon Cela](https://appshunter.io/developer/1852510561) |

## What reviewers say

### Remote Control for Samsung

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-control-for-samsung-tv/id983088149)

Control your smart TV with your iPhone, iPad, or Apple Watch. This app offers seamless navigation, channel changing, volume control, and even quick launching of favorite apps. It supports most smart TVs from 2015 onwards.

**Highlights:** Control TV with iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Turn TV on/off, Change channels and volume, Mute sound, Switch input sources, Access Smart TV features, Program favorite buttons, Siri Shortcuts

**Features:** Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Subscription | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Remote Control Yearly Discount | $29.99 | per year |
| Remote Control - Yearly | $44.99 | per year |
| Premium Pack for Smart TV | $8.99 | one-time |
| Customise Pack | $8.99 | one-time |
| Full Premium Pack | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Works well
- 💡 Useful remote control features
- 👍 Convenient for lost remotes

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent disconnections
- 💰 Paywall for basic functionality
- 📺 Compatibility issues with certain TVs
- 🔍 Difficult to set up/connect
- 📢 Excessive ads in free version

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes after updates
- Inability to turn on TV without physical remote
- Inconsistent performance after premium purchase

**Requested features**

- Landscape mode support
- Keyboard functionality without premium
- Improved Apple Watch integration
- More customization options


### Roku・TV Remote Control

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rokutv-remote-control/id6478630710)

This app turns your device into a comprehensive remote for Roku TVs and streaming devices. Easily navigate channels, control playback, launch apps, and manage inputs with a user-friendly interface. Enjoy features like private listening and a touchpad for seamless entertainment control.

**Highlights:** Full Roku remote functionality, Quick channel access, Launch streaming apps, Private listening via headphones, Touchpad navigation, Wi-Fi control, Keyboard input

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Roku TV Remote, Play Control | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Roku TV Universal・Smart Remote | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Roku TV Universal・Smart Remote | $19.99 | per month |
| Roku TV Remote, Play Control | $39.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Remote Control for Samsung free?

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

### Is Roku・TV Remote Control free?

Roku・TV Remote Control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Remote Control for Samsung or Roku・TV Remote Control?

Roku・TV Remote Control is rated higher. Remote Control for Samsung averages 3.8 out of 5 from 27K ratings, while Roku・TV Remote Control averages 4.6 from 871 ratings.

### Do Remote Control for Samsung or Roku・TV Remote Control have ads?

Remote Control for Samsung shows ads; Roku・TV Remote Control does not.

### Which is updated more often, Remote Control for Samsung or Roku・TV Remote Control?

Remote Control for Samsung ships an update every 2 months, and Roku・TV Remote Control every 6 weeks. Most recently, Remote Control for Samsung was updated on October 28, 2026 and Roku・TV Remote Control on October 27, 2026.

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