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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.
Choose your TV
Choose a brand to see its pairing method, supported features, and setup guide. Features still depend on your model, firmware, and TV settings.
Samsung
Supported Samsung Smart TVs
- Pairing Method
- PIN or TV approval prompt; Samsung Device Connection Manager settings can affect discovery.
- Power
- Supported on compatible models; wake behavior depends on TV firmware and network standby settings.
- App Launch
- Supported on compatible Samsung TVs, including custom app launch IDs.
- Text Input
- Supported where the active Samsung TV field accepts remote text input.
- Input Switching
- Supported on compatible Samsung models.
- Apple Watch
- Keypad and app launching on supported saved Samsung TVs.
- Siri Shortcuts
- Send Key, Turn On, Launch App, and Switch Input where the saved Samsung TV supports the action.
Use the Samsung custom app ID page when an app is missing from the built-in launcher.
LG
Supported LG Smart TVs and LG webOS TVs
- Pairing Method
- TV approval prompt or PIN, depending on model and webOS version.
- Power
- Supported on compatible models; wake behavior depends on TV settings and standby mode.
- App Launch
- Supported on compatible LG webOS TVs.
- Text Input
- Supported on compatible LG TVs and text fields.
- Input Switching
- Supported on compatible LG TVs.
- Apple Watch
- Keypad, app launching, and source switching on supported saved LG TVs.
- Siri Shortcuts
- Send Key, Turn On, Launch App, and Switch Input where the saved LG TV supports the action.
LG webOS TVs can also use touchpad navigation after pairing.
Roku
Roku TV, Roku Ultra, Roku Express, Roku Streaming Stick, and supported Roku devices
- Pairing Method
- Roku mobile app control must be enabled; Roku should be awake on the Home screen.
- Power
- Varies by Roku device and Roku TV model.
- App Launch
- Supported for Roku channels and apps on compatible devices.
- Text Input
- Supported for compatible Roku search and text fields.
- Input Switching
- Supported on compatible Roku TVs with HDMI inputs.
- Apple Watch
- Keypad and app launching on supported saved Roku devices.
- Siri Shortcuts
- Send Key, Launch App, and supported input actions where the saved Roku device supports the action.
Roku OS 14.1 and later may require Control by mobile apps to be enabled in settings.
Fire TV
Fire TV Stick, Fire TV Cube, and TVs running Fire TV
- Pairing Method
- Same local network with Fire TV remote control access available.
- Power
- Varies by Fire TV device, TV model, HDMI-CEC, and power state.
- App Launch
- Supported on compatible Fire TV devices.
- Text Input
- Supported where Fire TV exposes compatible text input.
- Input Switching
- Varies by TV and Fire TV integration.
- Apple Watch
- Keypad and app launching on supported saved Fire TV devices.
- Siri Shortcuts
- Send Key and Launch App where the saved Fire TV device supports the action.
Fire TV features depend on device model, Fire OS version, and TV-side CEC behavior.
Android TV / Google TV
Sony, TCL, Philips, Hisense, Xiaomi, NVIDIA Shield, Chromecast with Google TV, and other supported Android TV devices
- Pairing Method
- Same local network and Android TV pairing flow, usually with a pairing code or approval prompt.
- Power
- Varies by device, TV model, and network standby support.
- App Launch
- Supported with Android package names, including custom app IDs.
- Text Input
- Supported where Android TV accepts remote text input.
- Input Switching
- Supported on some Android TV televisions; varies on streaming boxes.
- Apple Watch
- Keypad and app launching on supported saved Android TV and Google TV devices.
- Siri Shortcuts
- Send Key, Turn On, Launch App, and Switch Input where the saved Android TV device supports the action.
Use the Android custom app ID page to copy package names and icon URLs.
Apple TV
Apple TV HD and Apple TV 4K
- Pairing Method
- Apple TV pairing flow on the same local network.
- Power
- Supported through Apple TV sleep/wake behavior where available.
- App Launch
- Supported on compatible saved Apple TVs.
- Text Input
- Supported for compatible tvOS text fields.
- Input Switching
- Not a direct TV input switching feature; depends on TV or receiver CEC behavior outside Apple TV.
- Apple Watch
- Keypad and app launching on supported saved Apple TVs.
- Siri Shortcuts
- Send Key, Turn On, and Launch App where the saved Apple TV supports the action.
Older Apple TV generations may use a separate setup path.
Hisense
Supported Hisense TVs
- Pairing Method
- Same local network with TV-side approval or platform-specific pairing where required.
- Power
- Supported on compatible models; wake behavior depends on TV settings.
- App Launch
- Supported on compatible Hisense TVs.
- Text Input
- Varies by Hisense model and active text field.
- Input Switching
- Supported on compatible Hisense TVs.
- Apple Watch
- Keypad, app launching, and source switching on supported saved Hisense TVs.
- Siri Shortcuts
- Send Key, Turn On, Launch App, and Switch Input where the saved Hisense TV supports the action.
Feature support depends on the TV platform and firmware used by the Hisense model.
Vizio
Supported Vizio Smart TVs
- Pairing Method
- Same local network with TV-side pairing or approval where required.
- Power
- Supported on compatible models; wake behavior depends on network standby settings.
- App Launch
- Supported on compatible Vizio TVs.
- Text Input
- Varies by Vizio model and active text field.
- Input Switching
- Supported on compatible Vizio TVs.
- Apple Watch
- Keypad and app launching on supported saved Vizio TVs.
- Siri Shortcuts
- Send Key, Turn On, Launch App, and Switch Input where the saved Vizio TV supports the action.
Feature support depends on model, firmware, and Vizio remote control availability.
Compatibility Table
Compare all TV platforms
| 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 Supported on compatible models; wake behavior depends on TV firmware and network standby settings. | Supported Supported on compatible Samsung TVs, including custom app launch IDs. | Conditional Supported where the active Samsung TV field accepts remote text input. | Supported Supported on compatible Samsung models. | Supported Keypad and app launching on supported saved Samsung TVs. | Conditional 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 Supported on compatible models; wake behavior depends on TV settings and standby mode. | Supported Supported on compatible LG webOS TVs. | Supported Supported on compatible LG TVs and text fields. | Supported Supported on compatible LG TVs. | Supported Keypad, app launching, and source switching on supported saved LG TVs. | Conditional 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 Varies by Roku device and Roku TV model. | Supported Supported for Roku channels and apps on compatible devices. | Supported Supported for compatible Roku search and text fields. | Supported Supported on compatible Roku TVs with HDMI inputs. | Supported Keypad and app launching on supported saved Roku devices. | Conditional 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 Varies by Fire TV device, TV model, HDMI-CEC, and power state. | Supported Supported on compatible Fire TV devices. | Conditional Supported where Fire TV exposes compatible text input. | Varies Varies by TV and Fire TV integration. | Supported Keypad and app launching on supported saved Fire TV devices. | Conditional 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 Varies by device, TV model, and network standby support. | Supported Supported with Android package names, including custom app IDs. | Conditional Supported where Android TV accepts remote text input. | Varies Supported on some Android TV televisions; varies on streaming boxes. | Supported Keypad and app launching on supported saved Android TV and Google TV devices. | Conditional 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 Supported through Apple TV sleep/wake behavior where available. | Supported Supported on compatible saved Apple TVs. | Supported Supported for compatible tvOS text fields. | Limited Not a direct TV input switching feature; depends on TV or receiver CEC behavior outside Apple TV. | Supported Keypad and app launching on supported saved Apple TVs. | Conditional 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 Supported on compatible models; wake behavior depends on TV settings. | Supported Supported on compatible Hisense TVs. | Varies Varies by Hisense model and active text field. | Supported Supported on compatible Hisense TVs. | Supported Keypad, app launching, and source switching on supported saved Hisense TVs. | Conditional 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 Supported on compatible models; wake behavior depends on network standby settings. | Supported Supported on compatible Vizio TVs. | Varies Varies by Vizio model and active text field. | Supported Supported on compatible Vizio TVs. | Supported Keypad and app launching on supported saved Vizio TVs. | Conditional Send Key, Turn On, Launch App, and Switch Input where the saved Vizio TV supports the action. |
Machine-Readable Data
The same compatibility reference is available as TV compatibility JSON for search engines, AI assistants, and external projects that need a stable data source.
Works With / Does Not Work With
Use a supported TV or streaming device on the same trusted local network. Guest, hotel, school, public, or isolated networks may block device discovery. Pairing must be allowed in the TV settings.
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.
Common questions
What TVs does Remote Control for TV support?
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.
Do all features work on every TV?
No. Pairing, power, app launching, text input, input switching, Apple Watch, and Siri Shortcuts support depend on the TV brand, model, firmware, region, and platform permissions.
Why does the app need the same Wi-Fi network?
Remote Control for TV uses local network control, so the iPhone or iPad and TV or streaming device must usually be on the same local network.