# YI Home vs FireStick Remote Control

The clearest difference is update cadence: YI Home at every 2 weeks against FireStick Remote Control's every 3 months. YI Home also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). FireStick Remote Control's advantage is rating (4.6 vs 4.3) and review sentiment (33% vs 12%). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. YI Home sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and FireStick Remote Control sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

FireStick Remote Control holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 71K and 26K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 12% of YI Home's written reviews are positive against 33% of FireStick Remote Control's.

YI Home ships an update every 2 weeks, FireStick Remote Control every 3 months. Both last shipped on September 25, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | YI Home | FireStick Remote Control |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (71K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/yi-home/id1011626777/reviews) | **[4.6 (26K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/firestick-remote-control/id1492703474/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **71K** | 26K |
| Positive reviews | 12.4% of reviews | **32.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | #60 | **#53** |
| Size | 286 MB | 30 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [ZK (HK) LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1769973640) | [Bhim Singh](https://appshunter.io/developer/1577936321) |

## What reviewers say

### YI Home

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/yi-home/id1011626777)

**Currently charting:** #60 Top Grossing · Lifestyle (US App Store)

Monitor your home remotely with live video streaming and two-way audio. Receive alerts for detected motion and control your camera's view. Enjoy clear 1080p HD footage, day or night, with secure video storage options.

**Highlights:** Real-time video streaming, Two-way conversation and audio, Motion detection alerts, Pan, tilt, and zoom controls, 1080p HD video, Day and night vision, Micro SD card storage

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Wallet

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 7d. Loop(30d.), 1 Cam | $4.99 | per month |
| 7d. Loop(30d.), 1 Cam, CVR | $7.99 | per month |
| 15d. Loop(30d.), 5 Cam | $11.99 | per month |
| 5 cams,15 days history, motion | $11.99 | per month |
| 30d. Loop(30d.), 5 Cam | $14.99 | per month |
| Kami Cloud Entry Plan | $15.99 | per month |
| Kami Cloud CVR Plan | $18.99 | per month |
| Kami Cloud Standard Plan | $22.99 | per month |
| Kami Cloud Plus Plan | $25.99 | per month |
| Kami Cloud Entry Plan | $59.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Affordable and amazing camera system
- 🔒 Robust security features
- 👍 Easy setup and intuitive app
- 🔍 Clear video and audio quality
- 🔍 Excellent night vision

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy app with crashes and freezes
- 🔒 Privacy concerns with data sharing
- 💰 Aggressive push for paid cloud subscription
- 🔒 Difficult to cancel subscription
- 🔍 Downgraded functionality in recent updates

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes on launch
- Inability to view recordings beyond 24 hours
- Cameras randomly going offline
- Issues with connecting to new WiFi networks

**Requested features**

- Add iPad app with multi-camera view
- Improve video playback controls and timeline
- Allow more flexible motion detection zones
- Provide option to disable motion alerts but still record
- Add background audio support for baby monitor use


### FireStick Remote Control

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/firestick-remote-control/id1492703474)

**Currently charting:** #53 Top Free · Lifestyle, #166 Top Grossing · Lifestyle (US App Store)

Control your Fire TV devices directly from your iPhone or iPad with intuitive swipe gestures. This app simplifies text input, allows casting of photos and videos, and provides quick access to your favorite apps and channels. Connect your device and TV to the same Wi-Fi network for seamless control.

**Highlights:** Intuitive swipe-based remote control, Keyboard for easy text input and search, Cast photos and videos, Quick access to favorite apps, Automatic device connection, User-friendly interface

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Fire Stick Remote Weekly | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Fire Stick Remote Monthly | $11.99 | per month |
| Fire Stick Remote Yearly | $19.99 | per year |
| Fire Stick Remote Lifetime | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Convenient remote functionality
- 🚀 Easy setup and pairing
- 💡 Helpful when remote is lost

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤯 Excessive ads in free version
- 🔒 Concerns about security and privacy
- 🐛 Frequent disconnections and lag
- 💰 Expensive subscription model

**Reported bugs**

- Inability to connect or reconnect device
- Crashes and freezes during use
- Unreliable remote control functionality

**Requested features**

- Volume control integration
- Ability to use without physical remote
- Reduced ad frequency in free version


## Frequently asked questions

### Is YI Home free?

YI Home is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is FireStick Remote Control free?

FireStick Remote Control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, YI Home or FireStick Remote Control?

FireStick Remote Control is rated higher. YI Home averages 4.3 out of 5 from 71K ratings, while FireStick Remote Control averages 4.6 from 26K ratings.

### Do YI Home or FireStick Remote Control have ads?

Both YI Home and FireStick Remote Control show ads.

### Which is updated more often, YI Home or FireStick Remote Control?

YI Home ships an update every 2 weeks, and FireStick Remote Control every 3 months. Most recently, YI Home was updated on September 25, 2026 and FireStick Remote Control on September 25, 2026.

### Which is more popular, YI Home or FireStick Remote Control?

YI Home currently peaks at #60 in the App Store charts, and FireStick Remote Control at #53. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*