Tap to select
Long-press = Back
Your devices
Add a TV, streamer, soundbar or box. Pick its brand and we choose the best connection.
App launcher
One tap opens the channel on Roku devices. Free: 4 apps · Premium: all apps + custom app IDs.
Macros & scenes PREMIUM
Record a button sequence once, replay it with one tap — e.g. “Movie night”: Home → Netflix → Volume 30.
Sleep timer PREMIUM
Settings
Backup & reset
Connect in 3 steps
- Put your phone/computer on the same Wi-Fi as the TV.
- Find the TV’s IP: Roku → Settings › Network › About. Samsung → Settings › General › Network › Network Status. Or tap Scan network.
- Roku: go to Settings › System › Advanced system settings › Control by mobile apps › Network access and choose Default. Samsung: accept the “Allow” prompt on the TV.
Voice commands
Keyboard shortcuts
Universal Remote Control App: Control Your Roku TV From Any Phone
Lost the remote in the couch again? OmniRemote Pro turns your phone, tablet or laptop into a Roku-style remote in seconds, with voice control, one-tap apps and macros in Premium.
Open the free remote →What is a universal remote control app?
A universal remote app replaces the plastic remote with your phone or computer. Instead of infrared, modern smart TVs and streaming players listen for commands over your home Wi-Fi network. Roku built an open control interface for exactly this purpose. That's why a well-made remote app can do everything your physical Roku remote does, plus a few things it can't, like typing searches with a real keyboard.
OmniRemote Pro runs right in your browser. There's nothing to install from an app store, and the free version covers everything most people need day to day.
Features that make it feel like a real Roku remote
Familiar Roku layout
Power, Home, Back, a big D-pad with OK, replay, options and media keys, right where your thumb expects them.
Hold-to-repeat volume
Hold volume or arrow keys to repeat, just like a physical remote. Mute and channel keys included.
One-tap apps
Jump straight into Netflix, YouTube, Prime Video, Disney+, Hulu, Max and more without scrolling.
Voice control
Say “open Netflix”, “volume up”, “pause” or “type stranger things” (Premium).
Type on your TV
Stop pecking letters with arrow keys. Type searches and passwords with your phone keyboard (Premium).
Macros & sleep timer
Record “Movie night” once and replay it with one tap, or have the TV switch off after 30 minutes (Premium).
Touchpad mode
Swipe to move, tap to select and long-press to go back. Handy with one hand (Premium).
Network scan
Can't find your TV's IP? The scanner searches your Wi-Fi for Roku devices automatically.
Multi-device + backup
Save several TVs, switch between rooms in one tap, and export a backup of your setup.
Which TVs and devices does it work with?
Here's what you can control today and how each brand connects. We'd rather be upfront than promise “every TV ever made”.
| Brand / device | Connection | Status | Control coverage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roku Express, Streaming Stick, Ultra | Wi-Fi | ✔ Full support | |
| Roku TVs: TCL, Hisense, onn., Sharp, Insignia, Philips, JVC, RCA, Westinghouse | Wi-Fi | ✔ Full support | |
| Samsung Smart TV (Tizen, roughly 2016–2020) | Wi-Fi | Beta | |
| LG, Sony, Vizio, Fire TV, Apple TV, Google TV | Wi-Fi | Roadmap | |
| Soundbars, projectors, cable boxes | HDMI-CEC via your Roku | Indirect |
How to connect your phone to your Roku TV in 3 steps
Join the same Wi-Fi
Your phone (or laptop) and your TV must be on the same home network. Guest networks and mobile data won't work.
Allow mobile app control on the Roku
Press Home, then go to Settings › System › Advanced system settings › Control by mobile apps › Network access and choose Default. Most Roku devices already have this on.
Add your TV in OmniRemote Pro
Tap Scan network, or find the IP under Settings › Network › About on your Roku and type it in. Press Test, then Add device. That's it.
Free vs Premium: what do you get?
| Feature | Free | Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Full Roku-style remote, D-pad, media & volume | ✔ | ✔ |
| Wi-Fi control + network scan | ✔ | ✔ |
| Saved devices | 2 | Unlimited |
| One-tap app launcher | 4 apps | All 12 + custom apps |
| Voice control & type on TV | — | ✔ |
| Touchpad, macros & sleep timer | — | ✔ |
| Premium themes & ad-free | — | ✔ |
| Feature coverage |
Premium costs $2.99/month or $14.99 once for lifetime access, and there's a 7-day free trial, so you can test voice control and macros before paying anything.
Phone remote vs buying a new remote
| Replacement remote | OmniRemote Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| Wait for shipping | Yes | No, works now |
| Batteries | Needed | Never |
| Keyboard for searches | — | ✔ (Premium) |
| Control several TVs | One remote each | All from one screen |
| Works when Wi-Fi is down | ✔ | — |
7 pro tips for a smoother remote experience
Reserve your TV's IP address
In your router settings, set a DHCP reservation for the TV so its IP never changes and you never need to re-add it.
Bookmark it on your home screen
Add the tool to your phone's home screen so it opens like an app.
Use keyboard shortcuts on a laptop
Arrows move, Enter selects, Space plays/pauses, + and − change volume, M mutes and H goes home.
Name devices by room
“Bedroom TV” beats “Roku 3” when you switch rooms at night.
Build a “Movie night” macro
Home → Netflix → volume up. One tap gets everything ready (Premium).
Wired Roku? Check the IP range
If your TV uses Ethernet, it must be on the same network range as your phone (for example, both 192.168.1.x).
Export a backup
Save your devices and macros once, and restore them on a new phone in seconds.
Frequently asked questions
Can I control my Roku TV without the remote?
Yes. Any Roku player or Roku TV on Wi-Fi can be controlled from your phone. Connect both to the same network, make sure “Control by mobile apps” is set to Default, and add the TV in OmniRemote Pro.
Is OmniRemote Pro really free?
Yes. The free version includes the full remote, Wi-Fi control, network scan, 2 saved devices and 4 one-tap apps. Premium adds voice, typing, touchpad, macros, sleep timer, unlimited devices and no ads.
Does it work with every TV brand?
Not yet, and we won't pretend otherwise. Roku players and all Roku TVs are fully supported, and Samsung Tizen TVs are in beta. LG, Sony, Vizio, Fire TV and others are on the roadmap. You can still save them as demo devices.
Does my phone need an IR blaster?
No. OmniRemote Pro controls your TV over Wi-Fi, so any phone, tablet or computer works, iPhone included.
Why does the remote on this page say “Demo mode”?
Browsers block secure (HTTPS) websites from contacting devices on your home network. Download the tool and open it on a device on your Wi-Fi for real control. The demo lets you try every feature first.
My TV isn't found by the scan. What now?
Check that both devices are on the same Wi-Fi (not a guest network), that “Control by mobile apps” isn't disabled, and that the subnet in the scan box matches your network. You can always type the IP from Settings › Network › About.
Can I turn my Roku TV on from my phone?
Usually yes, as long as the TV stays connected to the network in standby. Roku TVs with Fast TV Start turned on keep Wi-Fi active while “off”, so the power button works.
Is it safe to let apps control my Roku?
Roku designed this open control interface for remote apps, and it gives no access to your Roku account. Only devices on your own Wi-Fi can send commands, so keep your Wi-Fi password-protected.
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