How to Download and Use Roku Remote App to Control Roku TV

The Roku mobile app lets you control your Roku-connected device, stream movies, live TV, and more. It is the better option to use if you encounter Roku TV Remote not Working issue. With this app, you can use voice commands to search for any entertainment content you wish. In addition, you can plug in your headphones on your smartphone and listen to your favorite content privately. It also allows you to cast movies, TV shows, and photos from your mobile to the TV. Furthermore, you can use the Roku app as a convenient TV remote to control the Roku TV.

How to Download Roku Remote App (Android/iOS)

The Roku app is available on the Google Play Store and App Store. Click the below button to download the Roku app based on the device you have. Make sure you have iOS 11.0 or later to download the app on your iPhone. If you want to install the Roku app on Android, it must be Android 5.0 or later.

How to Connect the Roku TV Remote App to the TV

Before you start, it is mandatory to connect Roku-connected smart TV and your smartphone to the same WIFI network.

1. Open the Roku app on your Android or iOS device.

2. Sign in to your Roku account.

3. Click on Devices at the bottom right corner.

4. It will search for nearby Roku devices.

5. Select the name of the Roku-connected smart TV.

6. Once it is connected, click the Remote button.

7. The app switches to the remote interface.

You can start using this mobile app as a remote control.

Note: Like the Roku app, you will find the Mi TV Remote App, with which you can control your Xiaomi Mi TV when the physical remote controller isn’t working.

How to Use Voice Controls on Roku TV Remote App

You can use voice commands to launch any channel, discover categories, play a particular show, or even change the input. The voice search feature is available in the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, and Mexico. Moreover, you can use English or Spanish language for voice searches.

Examples of Voice Commands

• Switch to HDMI 2
• Launch Netflix on Roku
• Set a sleep timer for 30 minutes

Note: Check out the procedure to Change Input Source on Roku TV with or without the remote controller.

Bonus: Third-Party Remote App

Remote for Roku & Fire TV is a third-party remote control application for Roku. It is available on the Google Play Store and App Store for free download. The app can control Roku TVs like Hisense, Sharp, Insignia, TCL, Element, Hitachi, JVC, Philips, and RCA TV. You shall consider this app as an alternative to Roku mobile app because it doesn’t need any subscription.

Other Supported Devices

• Roku Stick
• Roku Express
• Premiere & Ultra
• Roku Streambar
• Now TV Stick
• WOW TV
• Telstra TV

Frequently Asked Questions