Quick Answer
Remote Control for TV supports compatible Samsung Smart TVs, LG webOS TVs, Roku devices, Fire TV devices, Android TV and Google TV devices, Apple TV, Hisense TVs, and Vizio TVs. The core requirement is usually the same local network, while feature support varies by TV platform, model, firmware, and TV-side settings.
Last updated: May 7, 2026.
Compatibility Table
| Brand | Platform | Pairing Method | Power | App Launch | Text Input | Input Switching | Apple Watch | Siri Shortcuts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Samsung Setup guide | Samsung Smart TV / Tizen | PIN or TV approval prompt; Samsung Device Connection Manager settings can affect discovery. | Supported on compatible models; wake behavior depends on TV firmware and network standby settings. | Supported on compatible Samsung TVs, including custom app launch IDs. | Supported where the active Samsung TV field accepts remote text input. | Supported on compatible Samsung models. | Keypad and app launching on supported saved Samsung TVs. | Send Key, Turn On, Launch App, and Switch Input where the saved Samsung TV supports the action. |
| LG Setup guide | LG webOS | TV approval prompt or PIN, depending on model and webOS version. | Supported on compatible models; wake behavior depends on TV settings and standby mode. | Supported on compatible LG webOS TVs. | Supported on compatible LG TVs and text fields. | Supported on compatible LG TVs. | Keypad, app launching, and source switching on supported saved LG TVs. | Send Key, Turn On, Launch App, and Switch Input where the saved LG TV supports the action. |
| Roku Setup guide | Roku OS | Roku mobile app control must be enabled; Roku should be awake on the Home screen. | Varies by Roku device and Roku TV model. | Supported for Roku channels and apps on compatible devices. | Supported for compatible Roku search and text fields. | Supported on compatible Roku TVs with HDMI inputs. | Keypad and app launching on supported saved Roku devices. | Send Key, Launch App, and supported input actions where the saved Roku device supports the action. |
| Fire TV Setup guide | Amazon Fire TV | Same local network with Fire TV remote control access available. | Varies by Fire TV device, TV model, HDMI-CEC, and power state. | Supported on compatible Fire TV devices. | Supported where Fire TV exposes compatible text input. | Varies by TV and Fire TV integration. | Keypad and app launching on supported saved Fire TV devices. | Send Key and Launch App where the saved Fire TV device supports the action. |
| Android TV / Google TV Setup guide | Android TV / Google TV | Same local network and Android TV pairing flow, usually with a pairing code or approval prompt. | Varies by device, TV model, and network standby support. | Supported with Android package names, including custom app IDs. | Supported where Android TV accepts remote text input. | Supported on some Android TV televisions; varies on streaming boxes. | Keypad and app launching on supported saved Android TV and Google TV devices. | Send Key, Turn On, Launch App, and Switch Input where the saved Android TV device supports the action. |
| Apple TV Setup guide | tvOS | Apple TV pairing flow on the same local network. | Supported through Apple TV sleep/wake behavior where available. | Supported on compatible saved Apple TVs. | Supported for compatible tvOS text fields. | Not a direct TV input switching feature; depends on TV or receiver CEC behavior outside Apple TV. | Keypad and app launching on supported saved Apple TVs. | Send Key, Turn On, and Launch App where the saved Apple TV supports the action. |
| Hisense Setup guide | Hisense Smart TV | Same local network with TV-side approval or platform-specific pairing where required. | Supported on compatible models; wake behavior depends on TV settings. | Supported on compatible Hisense TVs. | Varies by Hisense model and active text field. | Supported on compatible Hisense TVs. | Keypad, app launching, and source switching on supported saved Hisense TVs. | Send Key, Turn On, Launch App, and Switch Input where the saved Hisense TV supports the action. |
| Vizio Setup guide | Vizio SmartCast | Same local network with TV-side pairing or approval where required. | Supported on compatible models; wake behavior depends on network standby settings. | Supported on compatible Vizio TVs. | Varies by Vizio model and active text field. | Supported on compatible Vizio TVs. | Keypad and app launching on supported saved Vizio TVs. | Send Key, Turn On, Launch App, and Switch Input where the saved Vizio TV supports the action. |
Machine-Readable Data
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Works With / Does Not Work With
| Works With | Does Not Work With |
|---|---|
| Supported TVs and streaming devices listed in the compatibility table | TVs or streaming devices that do not expose a compatible local remote control interface |
| Devices on the same trusted local network | Guest, hotel, school, public, or isolated networks that block device discovery |
| Platform pairing flows, PIN prompts, and TV approval prompts | Devices where pairing is rejected, disabled, or blocked by TV settings |
| Apple Watch, widgets, and Siri Shortcuts where the saved platform supports the requested action | Actions that the saved TV platform, firmware, or model does not expose |
Platform Notes
Samsung
Supported Samsung Smart TVs use Samsung Smart TV / Tizen. Use the Samsung custom app ID page when an app is missing from the built-in launcher. Open the Samsung setup guide for pairing instructions.
LG
Supported LG Smart TVs and LG webOS TVs use LG webOS. LG webOS TVs can also use touchpad navigation after pairing. Open the LG setup guide for pairing instructions.
Roku
Roku TV, Roku Ultra, Roku Express, Roku Streaming Stick, and supported Roku devices use Roku OS. Roku OS 14.1 and later may require Control by mobile apps to be enabled in settings. Open the Roku setup guide for pairing instructions.
Fire TV
Fire TV Stick, Fire TV Cube, and TVs running Fire TV use Amazon Fire TV. Fire TV features depend on device model, Fire OS version, and TV-side CEC behavior. Open the Fire TV setup guide for pairing instructions.
Android TV / Google TV
Sony, TCL, Philips, Hisense, Xiaomi, NVIDIA Shield, Chromecast with Google TV, and other supported Android TV devices use Android TV / Google TV. Use the Android custom app ID page to copy package names and icon URLs. Open the Android TV / Google TV setup guide for pairing instructions.
Apple TV
Apple TV HD and Apple TV 4K use tvOS. Older Apple TV generations may use a separate setup path. Open the Apple TV setup guide for pairing instructions.
Hisense
Supported Hisense TVs use Hisense Smart TV. Feature support depends on the TV platform and firmware used by the Hisense model. Open the Hisense setup guide for pairing instructions.
Vizio
Supported Vizio Smart TVs use Vizio SmartCast. Feature support depends on model, firmware, and Vizio remote control availability. Open the Vizio setup guide for pairing instructions.
Known Feature Limits
| Feature | Why It Can Vary |
|---|---|
| Power and wake | Some TVs cannot wake over Wi-Fi because standby networking is controlled by the TV platform |
| Hotel and guest Wi-Fi | Hotel Wi-Fi can block remote apps through client isolation and discovery blocking |
| App launching | App launching varies by TV brand because platforms use different app IDs, packages, channels, and deep links |
Compatibility FAQ
Why does one feature work on one TV but not another?
TV brands expose different local control APIs. Even within one brand, features can vary by model, firmware, region, standby setting, HDMI-CEC behavior, and whether the TV accepts text or app-launch commands from a network remote.
Can the app control a TV from another network?
No. The app is designed for local network control. Use the same trusted Wi-Fi network or a personal hotspot when possible.
Where can I find custom app IDs?
Use the Samsung custom app IDs page for Samsung TV app IDs and the Android custom app IDs page for Android TV and Google TV package names.