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Best Roku Streaming Stick Apps

244+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.5 avg rating
19 free apps
Updated September 2026

Finding the right roku streaming stick apps can be overwhelming with so many options. We've analyzed 244+ apps to bring you the best choices for 2026, from free options to premium solutions with advanced features.

Compare top Roku Streaming Stick Apps (September 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Roku Remote (Official)Roku Remote (Official)Free4.7โ˜… (6.2M)YesNoSep 2026
2Rokie - Remote for Roku PlayerRokie - Remote for Roku PlayerFree4.5โ˜… (710K)YesYesSep 2026
3Universal Remote TV For RokuUniversal Remote TV For RokuFree4.6โ˜… (2.8K)NoYesSep 2026
4TV Remote for Roku ยทTV Remote for Roku ยทFree4.5โ˜… (11K)NoYesSep 2026
5Remote Control for RokuRemote Control for RokuFree4.6โ˜… (3.5K)YesYesSep 2026
6RoByte: Remote for Roku TV AppRoByte: Remote for Roku TV AppFree4.5โ˜… (256K)NoYesSep 2026
7Universal remote for Roku tvUniversal remote for Roku tvFree4.4โ˜… (34K)YesYesSep 2026
8Remote for Roku devicesRemote for Roku devicesFree4.6โ˜… (157)YesYesSep 2026

Top Picks for Roku Streaming Stick

Roku Remote (Official)#1

Roku Remote (Official) by ROKU INC

Control your Roku devices
Editor's Choice
๐ŸŽฌ Entertainment
4.7๐Ÿ˜(6.2M ratings)
FreeAds
#19in Entertainment
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Control your streaming devices with a mobile remote, search for content using voice or keyboard, and enjoy private listening. Stream free movies and live TV on the go, and cast media from your phone to your TV.

What We Love

  • ๐Ÿš€ Convenient remote control
  • ๐ŸŽง Private listening feature
  • ๐Ÿ“ฑ Ability to control TV from phone
  • ๐Ÿ” Easy to navigate and search
  • ๐Ÿ†“ Free app with no ads

Room to Improve

  • ๐Ÿ› Frequent disconnection issues
  • โฑ๏ธ Slow to connect or respond
  • ๐Ÿ”Œ Compatibility problems with some TVs
  • ๐Ÿ”‡ Private listening not always reliable
  • ๐Ÿคฏ Frustrating when remote doesn't work
Rokie - Remote for Roku Player#2

Rokie - Remote for Roku Player by KRAFTWERK 9 LTD

Control Your Streaming Device
Strong Contender
๐Ÿ”ง Utilities
4.5๐Ÿ˜ž(710K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#66in Utilities
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This app provides a user-friendly, unofficial remote control for Roku streaming devices and TVs on iOS. It offers easy navigation with a touchpad, direct channel launching, and automatic device detection over Wi-Fi. Enjoy a simplified streaming experience with this intuitive control solution.

What We Love

  • ๐Ÿš€ Convenient remote control
  • ๐Ÿš€ Works well when connected
  • ๐Ÿ‘ Helpful for when remote is lost

Room to Improve

  • ๐Ÿ” Frequent and disruptive ads
  • ๐Ÿ› Connectivity issues and disconnects
  • ๐Ÿ”’ Paid version required to remove ads
  • ๐Ÿ› Inconsistent performance
Universal Remote TV For Roku#3

Universal Remote TV For Roku by Thanh D Vo

Remote- TCL, Hisense, Sharp TV
Worth Considering
๐Ÿ”ง Utilities
4.6๐Ÿ˜ž(2.8K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Control your Roku-powered TV with your mobile device. Easily connect via Wi-Fi or IP address for seamless remote functionality. This app works exclusively with TVs running the Roku operating system.

What We Love

  • ๐Ÿš€ Useful app
  • ๐Ÿš€ Great app
  • ๐Ÿš€ Never need to look for that little controller again

Room to Improve

  • ๐Ÿ’ฐ Expensive subscription
  • ๐Ÿ’ฐ Must pay to use
  • ๐Ÿ› Doesn't work
  • ๐Ÿ› Only one button works
  • ๐Ÿ› Doesn't connect to devices

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FAQ about Roku Streaming Stick

What are the best roku streaming stick apps for iPhone?
Roku Remote (Official) tops our roku streaming stick apps ranking as of September 2026, with a 4.7-star average from 6.2M App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes โ€” 19 of the top roku streaming stick apps we rank are free to download, including Roku Remote (Official) and Rokie - Remote for Roku Player.
Roku Remote (Official) shows ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of September 2026.
We track 244+ roku streaming stick apps on the iOS App Store as of September 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
The Roku App allows you to control your Roku streaming devices from your phone or tablet. You can use it as a remote, search for entertainment using voice or keyboard, and even stream free content like movies and live TV directly within the app.
Key features include a convenient mobile remote control, voice and keyboard search for quick content discovery, private listening with headphones, streaming of free movies and live TV via The Roku Channel, and the ability to cast media files from your phone to your TV.