# VivoRemote vs Remote for Fire TV

The clearest difference is rating: Remote for Fire TV at 4.5 against VivoRemote's 1.0. Remote for Fire TV also leads on review sentiment (31% vs 0%) and ratings volume (11K vs 2). VivoRemote's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 5) and ads (none vs shown). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Remote for Fire TV sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. VivoRemote asks for nothing beyond the download.

Remote for Fire TV holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Remote for Fire TV has 11K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of VivoRemote's written reviews are positive against 31% of Remote for Fire TV's.

VivoRemote ships an update every 2 weeks, Remote for Fire TV every 8 months. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | VivoRemote | Remote for Fire TV |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vivoremote/id1080287749/reviews) | **[4.5 (11K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-for-fire-tv-firestick/id1504877398/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **11K** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **31.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 8 months |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 3 MB | 29 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [ASUSTek](https://appshunter.io/developer/389745902) | [Tripti Kumari](https://appshunter.io/developer/1523421832) |

## What reviewers say

### VivoRemote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vivoremote/id1080287749)

Transform your mobile device into a wireless keyboard and mouse for your VivoStick PC. Control media playback, access hot keys, and launch applications with customizable shortcuts.

**Highlights:** Wireless keyboard and mouse control, Hot keys for quick access, Media playback controls, Voice controls, ASUS Launcher shortcut customization

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

**In-app purchases:** none


### Remote for Fire TV

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-for-fire-tv-firestick/id1504877398)

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.

**Highlights:** Comprehensive remote control, Quick keyboard access, Voice control with microphone, Cast photos and videos, Smooth touchpad navigation, Automatic device connection

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Promotional Offer | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Remote for Fire Stick Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Fire TV Remote Monthly | $14.99 | per month |
| Fire TV Remote Lifetime | $19.99 | one-time |
| Fire TV Remote Premium | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

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

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent ads
- 🐛 Significant lag/delay
- 🐛 Doesn't work with all Fire TV devices
- 💰 Requires paid subscription to remove ads

**Reported bugs**

- Fails to connect to Fire TV
- OK button doesn't work
- Keeps disconnecting

**Requested features**

- Bluetooth connectivity
- Ability to control volume
- Option to save device IP addresses


## Frequently asked questions

### Is VivoRemote free?

VivoRemote is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Remote for Fire TV free?

Remote for Fire TV is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, VivoRemote or Remote for Fire TV?

Remote for Fire TV is rated higher. VivoRemote averages 1.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Remote for Fire TV averages 4.5 from 11K ratings.

### Do VivoRemote or Remote for Fire TV have ads?

Remote for Fire TV shows ads; VivoRemote does not.

### Which is updated more often, VivoRemote or Remote for Fire TV?

VivoRemote ships an update every 2 weeks, and Remote for Fire TV every 8 months. Most recently, VivoRemote was updated on October 16, 2026 and Remote for Fire TV on October 27, 2026.

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