How to Install Zwift on Roku Connected TV

Are you a fitness junkie and are wondering whether you can install Zwift on your Roku connected TV? Then, you have come to the right place. Let us take a look at how you can access Zwift on Roku.

Let’s face it: Considering the sudden shift in the world at the moment, a great number of us are bound to spend a lot of time indoors. With more gyms and workout studies facing temporary closures, you may need to quickly adapt to the uncertain times and opt for digital workout routines and classes that you can stream from the comfort of your home. Generally, physical activity or exercise has been proven to boost your mood and improve both your mental and physical health. Most importantly, regular activity has the potential to improve the overall quality of your life. Fortunately, you can always access a fitness guide or game from multiple brands on different streaming platforms including your Roku connected TV.

That said, what is Zwift, and how does it work?

Zwift is one of the most popular online Fitness games forcycling and running. To play it, you need to connect your cycling machine or treadmill to the Zwift app, before you start competing among a large number of players who are playing online. It is set to be both physical exercise and entertainment at the same time. The Zwift app simply helps you keep track of the number of hours to which you have been working out, the distance traveled, the number of calories you have burned during your workout, and so much more. The Zwift app is available as a native app on specific devices such as Apple TV, Windows, Mac, iOS, and Android smartphones. Native apps are simply designed for specific operating apps. That means that for any other devices such as your Roku connected TV, you can only access Zwift through screen mirroring. Screen mirroring technology allows a tablet, Computer or  smartphone  screen to display media content wirelessly on another device screen.

What should I do before Screen Mirroring the Zwift app to my Roku Connected TV?

First, you need to connect the two to the same Wi-Fi network. To do this;

1. Power on your Roku device, in this case, the TV.
2. Ensure that both the Roku device and the casting device are connected to the same Wi-Fi network. Open settings and check the ‘About’ tab.
3. Next, you need to allow the screen mirroring technology on your Roku device. To do this,
4. Using your Roku remote, press the Home button.
5. Click the ‘Settings’ option from the menu
6. Tap on ‘Screen Mirroring mode’ and ‘Screen Mirroring’, then click on ‘Always Allow’

The Screen Mirroring Process

Method One: Mirroring the Zwift app on your Roku connected TV via an Android device

1. Go to the Playstore on your Android device and search for the ‘Zwift App’, then click download and install.
2. Once the download and installation process is complete, open settings in your device and navigate to either ‘Wireless connection’ or ‘Device Connection’ depending on your device’s display and orientation.
3. Select the ‘Cast/Multi-screen/Smart View interaction’ option and slide the Cast/Multi-screen/Smart View interaction button to turn it on.
4. Choose your Roku device from the suggested list of available devices.
5. Once you have established a stable connection, open the Zwift app on your smartphone. Doing this should display it on your Roku-connected TV.
6. Now you can start exercising as you interact with other fun games.

Method Two: How to mirror the Zwift app on your Roku connected TV via an iOS device

1. Go to the App Store on your iOS tablet or smartphone, and search for the Zwift app, then click install.
2. Once it has been downloaded and installed successfully, go back to the App Store and search for ‘Mirror for Roku’ this time around. Select ‘Get’ to download and install it.
3. After installation, open the app on your device and pick out your Roku device from the list of available devices.
4. When you do this, you need to add the Mirror for the Roku channel on your Roku-connected TV. Once you click on add Channel, select it one more time to open it.
5. Next, you should select your Roku device from the list of available devices on your iOS device, one more time.
6. At this point, you will be asked permission to ‘Allow Notifications’ from your iOS device. Select the ‘Allow’ option.
7. After, select the ‘Start Mirroring’ icon to mirror your devices, and select ‘Start Broadcast’ when a notification bar pops up on your screen.
8. Once the screen mirroring option starts, open the Zwift app on your device. That it. You can begin your workout as you enjoy some cool games on your Roku-connected TV.

Method 3: Connecting the Zwift app from your PC to your Roku Connected TV

1. Go to the browser and download the Zwift app on your Windows PC.
2. Open the start menu and go to your settings.
3. Tap on the ‘System’ option under settings and click on ‘Display’ from the left pane
4. Scroll downwards until you find ‘Connect to a Wireless Display’. When you do this, a sliding panel should appear from the left side of your PC screen.
5. Pick out your Roku device from the list of available devices to establish a connection.
6. Open the Zwift app to start running or riding as you view on your Roku connected TV

Conclusion

Currently, you can only access the Zwift app on your Roku-connected TV through screen mirroring. However, it is expected that a native Zwift app will be launched on Roku soon for a more direct installation process.

FAQs

1. How much does the Zwift app cost?

At first, the Zwift app is free. However, you would need to pay $14.99 per month once your 7-day free trial runs out.

2. Can I race with other people on the Zwift app?

Yes, you can race.