App Feature

Roku Tv Remote Control turns your Android device into a universal remote for Roku TVs and streaming players. It offers simple navigation (D‑pad, playback, home/back, volume), voice and keyboard input for faster searches, auto-discovery/pairing over the same Wi‑Fi, optional IR control (if your phone supports it), and quick access to channels with favorites and store browsing/install.

Verdict

A handy Roku remote replacement with useful extras, but frequent ads and occasional connectivity hiccups hold it back.

Who is it for

Real-world User Experience

Is it Worth Paying For?

The free tier covers core remote functions but includes ads. Paying to remove ads may be worthwhile if you use it daily and value uninterrupted control, though budget-minded users can stick with free. Compare the paid value against the official Roku app, which is ad-free and free.

How it Compares to Alternatives

Compared to Roku’s official mobile app, this offers similar core controls plus touted IR support and channel store browsing within one place, but it’s hampered by ads and more variable reliability. Versus other third‑party remotes, it’s feature-rich (voice, keyboard, favorites) yet shares the common downsides of aggressive monetization and mixed device compatibility.

Summary

Roku Tv Remote Control is a capable stand‑in for a lost or inconvenient physical Roku remote, bundling straightforward navigation with voice, keyboard input, and channel favorites. Auto-discovery makes pairing simple, and IR support can help on phones with blasters. However, ads and upsells interrupt the flow, and some users encounter pairing delays or model‑specific quirks—especially for power control over Wi‑Fi. If you can tolerate ads, the free version gets the job done; otherwise, consider paying to remove ads or trying the official Roku app for a cleaner, more consistent experience.