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We compiled 21 Reddit discussions about Roku Remote apps from 2 subreddits. Here's what real users recommend, complain about, and debate.

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Any good phone app remote suggestions?

r/Roku
It’s fine but it’s just a bit clumsier to use than the physical remote, I find myself needing to look at my phone screen to make sure I’m tapping the right place on the remote which makes it tricky to navigate menus etc. I found a few that used a swipe pad instead of individual arrows which was easi...

I don't have a Roku TV remote what do I do?

r/Roku
Why would you pay for a bootleg app to control tv and not a legit replacement remote? Even a bootleg remote would have been better and cheaper ... Oh boy.. ditch that app and get the official Roku app, which is free. Remote works flawlessly without having to jump through hoops.

Roku Voice Remote Pro Gen 2 - 2024

r/Roku
I’ve tried everything although it looks like it was designed for children I find the Roku far superior. Just replaced my gen 1 pro remote about a month ago. Right before this dropped I’m assuming. Never though I’d hope my dog will eat it sooner than later ... Agree. It appears on the surface to be a...

Are there any better remote options for the Roku TV??

r/Roku
It's very programmable - each button for each device can be customized in different ways - mapped to a known code, learning from another IR remote, or with multi-step macros. It's not a perfect remote, but it's working well for me. It does require a mobile app to program over bluetoot...

Are there any iPhone apps to control a Roku TV that don’t require a subscription?

r/Roku
I could only ever find the official Roku app on the US App Store. https://apps.apple.com/us/app/roku-official-remote-control/id482066631

Roku Ultra 2024 worth it, or should I go with a different streaming device?

r/Roku
It should be at a good price too for the 2024 model. ... I love my Ultra Fast, sharp and super easy to use with my Samsung tv. I tried an ONN android from Walmart and did not like it at all. ONN is google tv and the choice of apps is less than Roku. From my research if you use an iphone get Roku, if...

Can anyone recommend a better remote for my Roku?

r/Roku
Oh that would be a great idea; if I could just use an iPhone app. While the TiVo remote was sublime, I had a mini version on my watch in case I couldn’t reach the remote (I occasionally suffer from COL) 🐈 ... Any ol' universal remote will typically have codes for Roku if the Express uses IR an...

Is there an app where I can connect a roku enhanced remote to a device?

r/Roku
Replacement remote w/ 3.5" headphone jack for Roku 3 (4200x) ? r/Roku • · r/Roku · Members · upvotes · · comments · Is there any way to put a device in kiosk mode for free? r/AndroidQuestions • · r/AndroidQuestions · The place to get help for questions you have related to your Android device an...

Just go the Roku Ultra 2024

r/Roku
They may have resolved this in newer Rokus/remotes, but I've never been able to completely resolve it with my setup. ... For me, it was simply full support for Dolby Atmos. Roku Ultra 2024 worth it, ...

What's the best app for TCL Roku remote control? My IR sensor is dying.

r/Roku
Mine gave up back some months ago, ... to be getting a new remote, thank you! ... Like others have said, you should use the official Roku app with the remote built in....

Roku remote app for PC?

r/Roku
I'm unable to get it connected to either of my Roku TV's. I've tried four different laptops. Do you know of any recent updates/bugs that might be causing this? ... Are you using Chrome? It has a recent security change that stops this from working, but if you download the offline versi...

Just wondering: What 4 apps do your remote(s) have?

r/Roku
I was one of the lucky few that got to beta test Roku. Originally, the remote was big and cludgey. There was a Netflix button but at the time, it didn’t do anything. I still have the units I beta tested. ... Same. I had no idea they varied the apps! More replies ... I wish you could order extra butt...

Looking for a remote app that has a number pad not just directional arrows

r/Roku
Are you using a specific channel like YouTube TV or Fubo to watch sports? Many international Roku TVs ship with remotes with number pads, but if the app isn't setup to handle number input, that won't help.

Roku remote app

r/Roku
Is there an open source remote app for Android? r/Roku • · upvotes · · comments · Roku App $20 Fee · r/Roku • · comments · Roku reverted back to old interface · r/Roku • · upvotes · · comments · Wondering how to get local channels on my Roku? r/Roku • · upvotes · · comments · Roku TV recommendations...

Is it me or is the roku app better than the remote sometimes?

r/Roku
Roku APP doesn’t need to be aiming at the receiver since it’s a Wifi remote.

Alternative to a Roku remote...

r/Roku
I run a logitech harmony pro for all my AV stuff you usually have to find them used now but they work great, it handles all the control for my roku ultra and uses wifi not IR to link to it so no line of sight issues. ... I use a regular Harmony remote for all my stuff, and specifically got a Roku Ul...

Better alternatives to Roku devices?

r/cordcutters
I was Roku for years, once Apple fixed their remote, I tried it again. Setup the buttons to behave like a Roku and never looked back. ... It’s worth it, very fast CPU, no data selling, long lifespan (still using my ATV HD I’ve had for almost 9 years, because I haven’t upgraded to a 4K ...

App vs remote

r/Roku
With the roku app you can select channels directly. Its also via wifi so if you have a remote that requires being pointed at a senor the app will not.

3rd Party Roku Remote

r/Roku
They work well enough, but IR only. If I had it to do over again, I would have just bought direct from Roku. They cost a few more dollars (unless you catch them on sale) but worth it to have full functionality.

Upgrade Roku Express remotes & replace Roku TV remote?

r/Roku
It's the best Roku remote. ... My advice is just go with the voice remote pro. It's a better remote quality wise. It also has a built in rechargable battery, which is way better than having batteries die and you don't have any replacements lol.

Roku Remote Alternative

r/Roku
I am not really interested in buying any first party roku remotes because I do not like the branded buttons, so a recommendation for an alternate remote with programable buttons is basically what I am looking for. I also don‘t really like the app as I want the haptics of a physical remote. Thank you...

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