VmoteVmote at a glance
- App
- Vmote: Remote for Vizio, by Swift Applications Inc.
- What it does
- Controls a VIZIO TV from an iPhone over Wi-Fi
- Works with
- VIZIO SmartCast TVs (2016 and newer), VIZIO Home Screen TVs, onn. TVs that run VIZIO OS
- Not for
- onn. TVs on other systems, VIZIO TVs before 2016, soundbars or other brands
- Pairing
- The 4-digit code your TV shows. No account, no sign-in
- You need
- iPhone with iOS 17 or newer on the same Wi-Fi as the TV, with any VPN turned off
- Price
- Free. Optional Vmote Pro: $1.99 weekly, $3.99 monthly or $9.99 yearly
- Apple Watch
- Included with Vmote Pro (watchOS 10 or newer)
- Languages
- 25
- Permission
- Local Network only. No microphone, camera, photo or location permission
How to use your iPhone as a Vizio TV remote
- Same Wi-Fi. Put your iPhone and your TV on the same Wi-Fi network.
- Allow Local Network. Open Vmote and allow Local Network access. It finds your TV on its own.
- Type the code. Tap your TV and type the 4-digit code it shows. You only do this once.
TV not found? Add it by IP address. Several TVs? Save them all. Trouble pairing? See the support page.
What you can do with Vmote
The remote you know
A big D-pad with OK, Back, Home, Menu and Info, or a swipe pad: swipe to move, tap for OK. Volume and mute, with hold-to-repeat. Play, pause, rewind, fast-forward, channel keys and a number pad. Signature or Classic layout, large keys, left-handed mode and haptics.
Inputs and apps
Switch HDMI inputs with one tap, by your TV's own input names. Open your TV's apps from the Apps tab and pin favorites to the remote.
Type from your iPhone
Search and sign in to TV apps with your iPhone's keyboard, or dictate with its mic. The TV accepts English letters, numbers and symbols only.
Cast photos and videos
Send photos and videos to your TV from the Cast tab. Cast support depends on your TV model and firmware. Vmote has no web browser and casts photos and videos only.
Power, sleep and screen
Turn the TV on from your iPhone when its Power Mode is set to Quick Start. Sleep timer from 15 to 90 minutes and a volume slider that shows your TV's real level. Power off, screen off with the sound on, and restart, on TVs that support them.
Several TVs, 25 languages
Save every TV in the house and switch between them. Vmote is available in 25 languages.
Free remote, optional Vmote Pro
The remote itself is free: the D-pad, swipe pad, keys, volume, inputs, apps, keyboard, cast and sleep timer never need a subscription. Vmote Pro unlocks the features marked PRO in the app and stays ad-free, always.
Apple WatchPRO
D-pad, playback, volume and Home on your wrist, through your iPhone.
WidgetsPRO
Home Screen and Lock Screen widgets with D-pad, playback and volume.
Control Center and Action buttonPRO
Play/pause, mute, volume, power and Open Remote (iOS 18).
Siri and ShortcutsPRO
Say "Pause the TV with Vmote". They all work once a TV is paired in the iPhone app.
Weekly
$1.99 per week
Monthly
$3.99 per month
Yearly
$9.99 per year
Prices are in US dollars; your local price is shown in the app before you buy. Payment is charged to your Apple Account when you confirm the purchase. A subscription renews automatically unless it is cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period; your account is charged for the renewal within the 24 hours before the period ends. Manage or cancel any time in your Apple Account settings. Restore Purchases is on the Vmote Pro screen. Terms of Use (EULA) and Privacy Policy.
Which TVs and iPhones work with Vmote
- Works with: VIZIO SmartCast TVs (2016 and newer), VIZIO Home Screen TVs, and onn. TVs that run VIZIO OS.
- Not for: onn. TVs on other systems, VIZIO TVs before 2016, soundbars or other brands.
- You need: an iPhone and a TV on the same Wi-Fi, with any VPN turned off, and iOS 17 or newer. Control Center controls need iOS 18, and the Apple Watch app needs watchOS 10.
Privacy in short
- No account. Pair with the code on your TV; no VIZIO or Walmart login.
- Commands go straight to your TV over your home Wi-Fi. Your pairing stays in your iPhone's Keychain.
- Local Network is the only permission Vmote asks for, to find your TV. No microphone, camera, photo or location permission.
- No tracking. Anonymous usage and crash reports help us fix bugs; turn them off in Settings > Privacy.
- App names and icons load from the internet.
Read the full Privacy Policy.
Frequently asked questions
How do I use my iPhone as a Vizio TV remote?
Put your iPhone and your VIZIO TV on the same Wi-Fi, open Vmote and allow Local Network access. Tap your TV in the list and type the 4-digit code it shows on screen. You only pair once; after that the D-pad, volume, inputs, apps and keyboard are on your iPhone.
Does it work with Vizio SmartCast and onn. TVs?
Yes. Vmote works with VIZIO SmartCast TVs (2016 and newer), VIZIO Home Screen TVs and onn. TVs that run VIZIO OS. It is not for onn. TVs on other systems, VIZIO TVs before 2016, soundbars or other brands.
Do I need a Vizio account?
No. Vmote has no account and no sign-in, and it never asks for a VIZIO or Walmart login. You pair with the 4-digit code your TV shows.
Why can't the app find my Vizio TV?
Check that your iPhone and TV are on the same Wi-Fi with any VPN turned off, and that Local Network is allowed for Vmote in iPhone Settings > Privacy & Security > Local Network. A sleeping TV in Eco Mode cannot hear Wi-Fi, so wake it or set its Power Mode to Quick Start. You can also add the TV by its IP address.
Can it turn on my Vizio TV?
Yes, when the TV's Power Mode is set to Quick Start. In Eco Mode a sleeping TV cannot hear Wi-Fi, so Vmote cannot wake it. Vmote can also power the TV off, turn the screen off with the sound on, and restart it, on TVs that support them.
Can I type and search with my iPhone keyboard?
Yes. Search and sign in to TV apps with your iPhone's keyboard, or dictate with its mic. The TV accepts English letters, numbers and symbols only.
Can I cast photos and videos?
Yes. The Cast tab sends photos and videos from your iPhone to your TV. Cast support depends on your TV model and firmware, and Vmote casts photos and videos only, with no web browser or web links.
Is it free? What is Vmote Pro?
The remote is free: the D-pad, swipe pad, keys, volume, inputs, apps, keyboard, cast and sleep timer never need a subscription. Vmote Pro is an optional subscription that unlocks the features marked PRO in the app, such as the Apple Watch remote, widgets, Control Center controls and Siri Shortcuts, for $1.99 a week, $3.99 a month or $9.99 a year in US dollars. Your local price is shown in the app before you buy, and you can cancel any time in your Apple Account settings.
Does it work on Apple Watch and widgets?
Yes, with Vmote Pro. The Apple Watch app has the D-pad, playback, volume and Home, and it sends every press through your iPhone. Home Screen and Lock Screen widgets, Control Center and Action button controls (iOS 18) and Siri Shortcuts such as "Pause the TV with Vmote" also work, once a TV is paired in the iPhone app.
Is Vmote made by Vizio?
No. Vmote is an independent app and is not affiliated with, endorsed by or sponsored by VIZIO, Inc. or Walmart. VIZIO, SmartCast and onn. are trademarks of their respective owners, mentioned only to describe the TVs Vmote works with.
More help: Vmote Support, or write to support@swiftsofts.com.
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