Best Amazon Fire TV alternatives: apps like Amazon Fire TV

9+ similar apps compared and reviewed

4.3 avg rating
9 free apps
Updated November 2026

Amazon Fire TV is great, but it's not the only option. Explore 9+ similar apps for iPhone and iPad, each reviewed and rated by real users. Find free alternatives, premium upgrades, and hidden gems.

Top Alternatives to Amazon Fire TV

Remote for Fire TV - FireStick#1

Remote for Fire TV - FireStick by Tripti Kumari

Control Fire TV, Stick, Cube
Editor's Choice
🎬 Entertainment
4.5😞(11K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Control your Fire TV devices with your phone. This app offers a comprehensive remote, keyboard for easy typing, and voice search functionality. Cast photos and videos directly to your TV for an enhanced viewing experience.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Works great
  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 🚀 Responsive remote
  • 👍 Convenient for when remote is lost

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Frequent ads
  • 🐛 Significant lag/delay
  • 🐛 Doesn't work with all Fire TV devices
  • 💰 Requires paid subscription to remove ads
3.3😞(1.5K ratings)
Free
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Stream your favorite M3U playlists with a powerful built-in player. Enjoy Airplay mirroring to your big screen or on-the-go viewing. Supports live and VOD content with EPG and advanced format compatibility.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Great app with lots of content
  • 💡 Awesome selection of movies and TV shows
  • 👍 Works well on various devices
  • 🚀 Efficient streaming performance

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Frequent playback errors
  • 🐛 Laggy and glitchy performance
  • 🐛 Unreliable app updates
  • 🐛 Compatibility issues with cellular data
  • 🐛 Subtitles not working properly
VIZIO Remote (Official)#3

VIZIO Remote (Official) by VIZIO

Device Control, Live TV
Worth Considering
🎬 Entertainment
4.6😐(73K ratings)
FreeAds
#5in Entertainment
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Stream over 300 free live channels for news, sports, and entertainment on your mobile device. Control VIZIO devices, search across streaming services, and fine-tune audio with preset modes.

What We Love

  • 📱 Convenient mobile remote control
  • ⚡ Responsive and fast app
  • 🔍 Useful search and navigation features
  • 🤖 Voice control capabilities
  • 🔌 Works with multiple Vizio devices

Room to Improve

  • 🔧 Frequent connection issues and pairing problems
  • 🔍 Confusing or limited navigation options
  • 📺 Inability to power on/off TV from app
  • 🔒 Mandatory account creation
  • 💤 Sluggish performance and lag

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Roku Remote (Official)
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Control your Roku devices
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Transform your phone into a powerful remote for your Roku devices. Easily control playback, launch apps, search with your voice, type with your keyboard, and listen privately with headphones. Stream free movies and live TV directly from your phone.

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Movie Night: Film & TV Picker
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Discover films your group will love without endless scrolling. Swipe to match movies, view streaming options, and watch trailers together. Build your personal movie library and explore curated recommendations for your next movie night.

Swipe to match moviesStreaming service integrationWatch movie trailers
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The NBC App – Stream TV Shows
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Stream live TV, news, and favorite NBC shows, including classics and new episodes. Access content from Bravo and Telemundo. Continue watching across devices with a profile.

Stream live TV and newsWatch favorite NBC showsAccess classic TV episodes
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Flixanta Movies Now
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Track your favorite movies, anime, and TV shows with this comprehensive entertainment hub. Discover new releases, find nearby cinemas, and get personalized recommendations. Engage with a community of fans and test your knowledge with fun games.

Comprehensive tracking of movies, anime, and TV showsDiscover new releases and trending contentFind nearby cinema theaters
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