Best Kodi Foundation Apps

250+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

3.9 avg rating

17 free apps

Updated September 2026

Whether you're new to kodi foundation or looking for an upgrade, our curated collection of 250+ iOS apps has something for everyone. Each app is reviewed and rated by real users, helping you make an informed decision.

Compare top Kodi Foundation Apps (September 2026)

#	App	Price	Rating	Ads	In-App Purchases	Updated
1	Official Kodi Remote	Free	4.3★ (367)	No	No	Sep 2026
2	Kyra for Kodi	Free	2.9★ (17)	—	No	May 2026
3	Unofficial Kodi Remote	Free	5.0★ (9)	No	No	May 2026
4	Remox - Kodi Remote	Free	3.7★ (3)	No	No	May 2026
5	SYBU for Kodi	Free	4.2★ (341)	No	No	Sep 2026
6	Koda Remote	Free	—	No	No	Aug 2026
7	Smart Kodi Remote	Free	4.1★ (228)	Yes	Yes	Jul 2026
8	Blue Remote for Kodi	Free	3.5★ (24)	No	No	May 2026

Top Picks for Kodi Foundation

Official Kodi Remote by Kodi Foundation

Editor's Choice

🔧 Utilities

4.3(367 ratings)

Free

Control your Kodi Media Center remotely with this comprehensive app. Browse your media library, manage playback, and adjust settings from your device. It offers detailed information about your media and supports multiple Kodi instances.

Kyra for Kodi by Richard Schiks

Strong Contender

🔧 Utilities

2.9(17 ratings)

Free

Control your Kodi media center with this comprehensive remote app. Manage your library, browse music and TV, and track your viewing history. Offers offline caching and advanced features for Pro users.

Unofficial Kodi Remote by Mickey Van Zeelt

Nice to look at. Great to use.

Worth Considering

🎬 Entertainment

5.0(9 ratings)

Free

Control your Kodi media center from your phone or tablet. Easily manage your library, type text, and navigate content without your TV remote. Supports the latest Kodi versions.

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Remox - Kodi Remote

Elegant & Simple Kodi Remote

Free

Control your Kodi media center with an elegant and simple remote. Seamlessly connect, access player controls, type text, and share media from your device. Send media links from various websites directly to Kodi.

No setup requiredWidget and home screen controlsEasy text input

Control your Kodi media center remotely from your device. Navigate menus, play media, and type with ease using intuitive gestures and a clean interface. Automatically discovers Kodi hosts for quick setup.

Remote control for Kodi media centerSingle screen navigationGesture support (swipe, flick, pan)

by Maximilian Kallina

Smart remote to control Kodi

Free

Control your Kodi media center with intuitive touch gestures and smart buttons. Browse and play movies and TV shows easily, and navigate through videos with a large time slider. Automatic device discovery simplifies setup.

Touch gesture navigationSmart buttonsMovie and TV show browser

🎬 Entertainment

(228)

free with in-app purchases

Blue Remote for Kodi

by Toni Nichev

Free

Control your Kodi media center with a comprehensive remote app. Navigate using buttons, gestures, voice commands, or even your Apple Watch with digital crown support.

Button controlsGesture navigationVoice control

Control Kodi from your wrist

Free

Control your Kodi media center directly from your Apple Watch. Browse your library, play movies, TV shows, and music, and manage playback with ease. The companion iPhone app helps manage your Kodi list and automatically detects media centers on your network.

Remote control Kodi menusControl current playbackBrowse and play movies/TV shows

🎬 Entertainment

(3)

free

Mia - The Kodi Remote

A neat and fast Kodi remote!

Free

Control your Kodi media center from your mobile device. Browse your library, manage playback, and even search for subtitles. Seamlessly share content from other apps to your TV.

Browse movies, series, and musicControl playback and volumeManage multiple Kodi devices

Control your Kodi media center remotely with a customizable interface and gesture controls. Download media for offline playback, manage files, and stream content directly from your device.

Customizable remote buttonsGesture controlOffline media downloader

🔧 Utilities

(5)

free with in-app purchases

Kody Remote

The best remote for Kodi

$1.99

Manage your Kodi media center remotely from your device. Stream media, view your movie and TV show collections with advanced filtering, and control playback. It also includes a social network for reviews.

Remote control KodiStream media to deviceView movie collection

🎬 Entertainment

(14)

paid

Kodimote: remote Kodi and XBMC

Remote for Kodi and XBMC

Free

Control your Kodi or XBMC media center remotely from your iPhone or iPod Touch. Connect wirelessly to manage playback, browse media, and more without needing to be physically near your device. It supports a wide range of Kodi/XBMC versions.

Wireless media center controlSupports Kodi and XBMCRemote playback management

🔧 Utilities

(36)

free with in-app purchases

Kanopy

Stream Smarter

Free

Access a vast library of films and documentaries for free with your library card. Enjoy ad-free streaming of award-winning movies, The Criterion Collection, and curated content for children, with new titles added regularly.

Free film streamingAd-free viewingLibrary card required

Control your media center with a highly customizable and efficient remote. Browse, search, and manage your media library with ease, create custom shortcuts, and enjoy built-in remote commands or create your own.

Automatic host discoveryCustomizable homepage layoutMedia filters and shortcuts

🔧 Utilities

(18)

free with in-app purchases

Music Remote Pro for Kodi

Designed For Music Lovers!

$2.99

Control your music library on a Kodi server with this elegant remote. Manage playlists, browse offline, and access artist details. Features smart search and synchronized lyrics.

Local favorites listCustomizable shortcuts panelOffline music browsing

Control your Kodi media center with this intuitive iOS remote. Manage playback, browse your library, and access live TV features seamlessly. Offers enhanced options for CoreELEC devices.

Full remote control for KodiNow Playing information with artworkBrowse movie, TV show, and music libraries

Stream local and global TV channels directly from your own links. This application allows you to watch videos while enjoying your favorite television content.

Stream local TV channelsStream global TV channelsWatch videos simultaneously

Online Hangouts Made Easy

Free

This app provides a unified platform for entertainment, combining TV, movies, games, and music. Users can create virtual rooms to invite friends and share these experiences together.

Watch TV and movies togetherPlay games with friendsListen to music collaboratively

This app provides a native player experience for video content, integrating with a platform for robust content protection, analytics, and ad network integrations. It supports live streams, online and offline playback, and features like Airplay and Chromecast.

Native player experienceContent protection with DRMRobust analytics integration

📷 Photo & Video

(3)

free

FAQ about Kodi Foundation

What are the best kodi foundation apps for iPhone?

Official Kodi Remote tops our kodi foundation apps ranking as of September 2026, with a 4.3-star average from 367 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.

Are there free kodi foundation apps for iPhone?

Yes — 17 of the top kodi foundation apps we rank are free to download, including Official Kodi Remote and Kyra for Kodi.

Does Official Kodi Remote have ads or in-app purchases?

Official Kodi Remote has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of September 2026.

How many kodi foundation apps are on the App Store?

We track 250+ kodi foundation apps on the iOS App Store as of September 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.

What does the Official Kodi Remote app do?

This app functions as a comprehensive remote control for your Kodi Media Center. It allows you to browse your media library, view currently playing content, manage playback, control volume, and even access settings and PVR features directly from your mobile device.

What are the key features of this Kodi remote app?

Key features include full remote control capabilities, the ability to browse, search, and sort your entire media library, view detailed information about movies and music, manage playback and playlists, control volume, and switch to live TV channels. It also supports managing multiple Kodi instances.