# myTouchSmart Remote Control vs FireStick Remote Control

myTouchSmart Remote Control and FireStick Remote Control both sit at 4.5 stars, but that hides the real split: 76% of myTouchSmart Remote Control's written reviews are positive against 33% of FireStick Remote Control's. myTouchSmart Remote Control also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 4) and ads (none vs shown). FireStick Remote Control's advantage is ratings volume (26K vs 136) and chart position (#51 vs unranked). On price, rating and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. FireStick Remote Control sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. myTouchSmart Remote Control asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for myTouchSmart Remote Control against 4.6 for FireStick Remote Control. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: FireStick Remote Control has 26K ratings behind it against 136, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 76% of myTouchSmart Remote Control's written reviews are positive against 33% of FireStick Remote Control's.

myTouchSmart Remote Control ships an update monthly, FireStick Remote Control every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 7, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | myTouchSmart Remote Control | FireStick Remote Control |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (136 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mytouchsmart-remote-control/id1454767815/reviews) | **[4.6 (26K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/firestick-remote-control/id1492703474/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 136 | **26K** |
| Positive reviews | **76.1% of reviews** | 32.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Monthly** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Best chart rank | — | **#51** |
| Size | 17 MB | 30 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Jasco Products Company LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1417122391) | [Bhim Singh](https://appshunter.io/developer/1577936321) |

## What reviewers say

### myTouchSmart Remote Control

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mytouchsmart-remote-control/id1454767815)

Control multiple audio and video devices with a single remote. It supports thousands of devices from major brands and offers convenient features like master volume control and simple setup with auto scan technology.

**Highlights:** Multi-device control (up to 6), Extensive remote code library, Master volume control, Simple setup with auto scan

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Fast setup
- 💡 Useful features (e.g. find remote)
- 🔒 Reliable connectivity
- 👍 Intuitive app

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 🐛 Connectivity issues
- 🐛 Frequent resets required
- 🐛 Compatibility problems
- 🐛 Firmware update failures

**Reported bugs**

- Connectivity issues
- Firmware update failures
- Frequent crashes and freezes
- Compatibility problems with certain devices

**Requested features**

- Expand device compatibility
- Improve firmware update reliability
- Add more customization options
- Provide better troubleshooting support
- Enhance remote locating functionality


### FireStick Remote Control

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

**Currently charting:** #51 Top Free · Lifestyle, #163 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 myTouchSmart Remote Control free?

myTouchSmart Remote Control is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is FireStick Remote Control free?

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

### Which has better reviews, myTouchSmart Remote Control or FireStick Remote Control?

FireStick Remote Control is rated higher. myTouchSmart Remote Control averages 4.5 out of 5 from 136 ratings, while FireStick Remote Control averages 4.6 from 26K ratings.

### Do myTouchSmart Remote Control or FireStick Remote Control have ads?

FireStick Remote Control shows ads; myTouchSmart Remote Control does not.

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

myTouchSmart Remote Control ships an update monthly, and FireStick Remote Control every 3 months. Most recently, myTouchSmart Remote Control was updated on September 7, 2026 and FireStick Remote Control on September 25, 2026.

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