How to Screen Mirror on Roku Without WiFi (iOS & Android)

Can You Screen Mirror to Roku Without Wi-Fi?

Yes. Screen mirror to a Roku TV is workable.

Thought Roku devices typically rely on Wi-Fi to establish a connection, but Android and iOS have features like Wi-Fi Direct and Peer-to-Peer AirPlay that allow you to bypass the Internet.

However, it should be noted that you can only screen mirror existing content on your phone if there is no WiFi, such as photos and downloaded videos. In other words, if the content does not require a network for loading, then you can screen mirror it to Roku without WiFi.

How to Screen Mirror iPhone to Roku TV Without WiFi?

Step 1. Turn on Cellular in iPhone settings.

Step 2. Tap Celluar > Personal Hotspot > Allow Others to Join.

Step 3. On the Roku TV, go to Home > Settings > Network > Set up Connection > Wireless. Select the iPhone hotspot and connect it.

Step 4. Then go to the Roku TV Settings > Apple AirPlay and HomeKit > AirPlay. Make sure that the option is "On."

Step 5. Now swipe down your iPhone screen to access Control Center. Tap Screen Mirroring and select your Roku device from the list.

How to Screen Mirror Android to Roku TV Without WiFi?

Step 1. Install The Roku App (Official) on your Android phone.

The app is designed to enhance the Roku streaming experience on mobile devices and offers features to control and interact with your Roku TV.

Step 2. Enable Hotspot on the phone, like Samsung Galaxy.

Go to Settings > Connections > Mobile Hotspot and Tethering. Turn on the button and then configure the name and password.

Step 3. Connect the hotspot on your Roku TV.

Proceed to Settings > Network > Set up connection > Wireless. Your TV will scan the network automatically. Select the hotspot name and enter the password to connect.

Step 4. Add Roku TV to your phone.

Open the app, then go to Devices > Connect now. The TV name will appear right away.

Step 5. Select the TV and tap Media.

Now you can screen mirror media files, like videos and photos, without WiFi.