Best Streaming Remote Apps

243+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.2 avg rating
19 free apps
Updated October 2026

Whether you're new to streaming remote or looking for an upgrade, our curated collection of 243+ iOS apps has something for everyone. Each app is reviewed and rated by real users, helping you make an informed decision.

Compare top Streaming Remote Apps (October 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Universal Remote | Smart TVUniversal Remote | Smart TVFree4.7★ (11K)NoYesNov 2026
2Rokie - Remote for Roku PlayerRokie - Remote for Roku PlayerFree4.5★ (714K)YesYesNov 2026
3Universal Remote TV Control ·Universal Remote TV Control ·Free4.7★ (144K)YesYesNov 2026
4Sill – Mac StreamingSill – Mac StreamingFree4.9★ (44)NoNoOct 2026
5HANSATON stream remoteHANSATON stream remoteFree4.5★ (79)NoNoNov 2026
6Universal TV Remote: Smart TVsUniversal TV Remote: Smart TVsFree4.5★ (16)YesYesOct 2026
7AVStreamer - Remote DesktopAVStreamer - Remote Desktop$2.993.4★ (13)NoNoOct 2026
8DIRECTV: TV & Movie StreamingDIRECTV: TV & Movie StreamingFree4.6★ (629K)YesNoNov 2026

Top Picks for Streaming Remote

Universal Remote | Smart TV#1

Universal Remote | Smart TV by Level Clash Apps S.L.

Remote Control For All TV
Editor's Choice
🔧 Utilities
4.7😞(11K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Control your smart TV and streaming devices with your phone. Navigate menus, launch channels, adjust volume, and type text easily. Cast media from your phone to the big screen.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Easy to set up
  • 💡 Convenient remote control
  • 👍 Works perfectly

Room to Improve

  • 🚫 Requires paid subscription
  • 💰 Expensive subscription cost
  • 🔒 Unable to cancel subscription
  • 🐛 Doesn't work as expected
  • 🚫 No free version
Rokie - Remote for Roku Player#2

Rokie - Remote for Roku Player by KRAFTWERK 9 LTD

Control Your Streaming Device
Strong Contender
🔧 Utilities
4.5😞(714K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#69in 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

  • 🚀 Convenient remote control
  • 🚀 Works well when connected
  • 👍 Helpful for when remote is lost

Room to Improve

  • 🔍 Frequent and disruptive ads
  • 🐛 Connectivity issues and disconnects
  • 🔒 Paid version required to remove ads
  • 🐛 Inconsistent performance
Universal Remote TV Control ·#3

Universal Remote TV Control · by BEGAMOB GLOBAL LIMITED

Smart Remote Control for TV
Worth Considering
🔧 Utilities
4.7😞(144K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#22in Utilities
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Transform your phone into a universal TV remote. Effortlessly change channels, adjust volume, launch streaming apps, and cast media to your TV. Enjoy a seamless control experience without the hassle of physical remotes.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Works well when remote is lost
  • 👍 Convenient for families

Room to Improve

  • 💰 Requires paid subscription to use basic functions
  • 🐛 Buggy, disconnects frequently
  • 🤑 Expensive, more affordable to buy a new remote
  • 🤯 Confusing, unclear about paid features

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FAQ about Streaming Remote

What are the best streaming remote apps for iPhone?
Universal Remote | Smart TV tops our streaming remote apps ranking as of October 2026, with a 4.7-star average from 11K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 19 of the top streaming remote apps we rank are free to download, including Universal Remote | Smart TV and Rokie - Remote for Roku Player.
Universal Remote | Smart TV has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of October 2026.
We track 243+ streaming remote apps on the iOS App Store as of October 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.

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