# Universal TV Remote Control > Universal remote for Samsung, LG, Roku, Fire TV, Sony, TCL and more Smart TVs. Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.remote.control.forroku](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.remote.control.forroku) ## Overview - **ID:** `com.remote.control.forroku` - **Platform:** Android - **Type:** Android app - **Status:** Available - **Publisher:** TKTech Global - **Category:** TOOLS - **Downloads:** 662,429 - **Rating:** 4.11 / 5 (11,756 ratings) - **Version:** 1.2.2 - **Last updated:** 2026-06-18 - **First published:** 2024-01-21 - **Publisher country:** VN - **Size:** 70 MB - **Data as of:** 2026-09-23 - **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.remote.control.forroku) - **Website:** [https://tktechglobal.blogspot.com](https://tktechglobal.blogspot.com/) - **Privacy policy:** [https://sites.google.com/view/remoteroku-term](https://sites.google.com/view/remoteroku-term) ## Description Universal TV Remote Control lets you turn your Android phone into a powerful, easy-to-use remote for Roku and most smart TVs. The app auto-detects compatible devices on the same Wi‑Fi network and provides intuitive controls including a responsive touchpad, virtual keyboard, quick channel launch, and voice search. Stream videos from your phone, mirror your screen in Full HD, and cast web videos or live streams directly to your TV for a seamless viewing experience. Designed for broad compatibility (Roku, Samsung, LG, Sony, Vizio, TCL, Hisense and more), the app supports multiple formats and offers favorites management, smooth navigation, and subscription-based premium features. Note: this is not an official app of any TV manufacturer. A premium subscription unlocks advanced functionality; manage auto-renewal in account settings. Privacy Policy and Terms of Use are available via the app. ## Rankings - #86,306 — Overall ## Permissions and access ### Permissions - `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID` - `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION` - `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS` - `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE` - `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE` - `android.permission.CAMERA` - `android.permission.CHANGE_WIFI_MULTICAST_STATE` - `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE` - `android.permission.INTERNET` - `android.permission.READ_MEDIA_AUDIO` - `android.permission.READ_MEDIA_IMAGES` - `android.permission.READ_MEDIA_VIDEO` - `android.permission.READ_PHONE_STATE` - `android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO` - `android.permission.VIBRATE` - `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK` - `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE` - `android.permission.WRITE_SECURE_SETTINGS` - `com.android.vending.BILLING` - `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE` - `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID` - `com.remote.control.forroku.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION` - `com.remote.control.forroku.audio.REMOTE_AUDIO` ## Review summary User feedback is mixed. Many users find it useful as a replacement remote and report good performance when it connects, with strong positive views like BEST REMOTE and excellent. However, the most common criticisms revolve around ongoing subscription costs, reliability issues where the app fails to respond to TV commands, compatibility limitations with older models, and occasional startup or loading delays. Overall, it can be a promising universal remote for compatible devices, but cost and reliability concerns limit its appeal. ### Pros - Useful replacement remote, handy when the original remote is lost - When it connects, it works well and delivers solid performance - Positive sentiment in reviews (e.g., BEST REMOTE, excellent, great) - Some users find it convenient and easy to use ### Cons - Requires paid subscription; ongoing costs are a major complaint - Not reliable or consistently responsive; frequently reported as not working - Limited compatibility with older TVs; mainly useful on newer smart TVs - Startup/launch issues and slow loading times ## Similar extensions and apps - [Universal TV Remote App](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.tv.remote.universal.control.cast) — 14,914 users - [Universal TV Remote Control](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.universal.tvremote.screenmirror.android) — 19,158 users - [TV Remote Control For Smart TV](https://chrome-stats.com/d/tv.remote.control.roku.remoteforroku) — 28,810 users - [Remote Control for RokuTV](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.tvremote.rukutv) — 5,568 users, 2.67 / 5 - [Universal TV Remote: Roku TV](https://chrome-stats.com/d/universal.tv.remote.roku.tv.remote.tvremote.free.rokutv) — 80,712 users - [TV Remote Control for Roku](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.al.remote.control.tv.casting) - [Universal Roku Remote Control](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.universal.roku.smart.tv.remote.control) — 328 users - [TV Remote Control, Cast to TV](https://chrome-stats.com/d/universal.tv.remote.cast.video.control) — 19,620 users, 4.49 / 5 - [TV Remote Control for Roku](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.rokuremote.controlremote.smarttvremote) — 162,023 users, 4.52 / 5 - [Remote Control for Roku & TV](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.tv.remote.universal.control.smart.screen) — 152 users - [Universal TV Remote Control](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.dongbasiki.remotetv.smart.casttv) — 71,819 users - [Smart TV Remote & Cast](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.roku.tv.remote.rokutv.starnest) — 107,297 users, 3.88 / 5 --- Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.remote.control.forroku)