# Remote for Fire devices vs Fire TV Remote

The clearest difference is ads: Remote for Fire devices at none against Fire TV Remote's shown. Remote for Fire devices also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 3 months) and ratings volume (5.6K vs 59). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Remote for Fire devices sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Fire TV Remote sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Remote for Fire devices holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Remote for Fire devices has 5.6K ratings behind it against 59, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Remote for Fire devices ships an update every 2 weeks, Fire TV Remote every 3 months. Both last shipped on October 30, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Remote for Fire devices | Fire TV Remote |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.4 (5.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-for-fire-devices/id1455920735/reviews)** | [4.1 (59 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fire-tv-remote-fire-stick/id6443976240/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **5.6K** | 59 |
| Positive reviews | 30.4% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 41 MB | 33 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.1** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Oz Shabbatth](https://appshunter.io/developer/1451079365) | [Hamza El karmouni](https://appshunter.io/developer/1642379528) |

## What reviewers say

### Remote for Fire devices

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-for-fire-devices/id1455920735)

Control your Amazon Fire devices with a user-friendly interface. Features a fast touchpad and keyboard for easy navigation and typing. Saves your last remote for quick access.

**Highlights:** Saves last remote for quick access, No installation required, Fast touchpad and keyboard, Easy-to-use interface, Supports Fire TV, Cube, and Stick

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| No Ads | $1.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Works great
- 👍 Able to control multiple Fire sticks
- 👍 Looks and functions like the physical remote
- 👍 Reliable and authentic substitute for the physical remote

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Doesn't work/connect consistently
- ⏱️ Slow response/commands take too long to register
- 💰 Too many ads/in-app purchases
- 🔌 Requires original remote for setup

**Reported bugs**

- Frequently disconnects/requires reconnecting
- Doesn't detect/connect to Fire TV devices properly
- Crashes or freezes unexpectedly

**Requested features**

- Add power button
- Make buttons more accessible on screen
- Allow volume control from phone
- Improve connection speed and reliability


### Fire TV Remote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fire-tv-remote-fire-stick/id6443976240)

Control your Fire TV and Fire Stick with ease using this app. Features include a built-in keyboard for quick searches, trackpad navigation, and voice control. Connects automatically or manually to your device for seamless operation.

**Highlights:** Fire TV/Stick remote control, Built-in keyboard for search, Trackpad navigation, Voice control, Auto and manual connection, Access favorite apps/channels

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

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| TV Remote For Fire Devices | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| TV Remote For Fire Devices | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| TV Remote For Fire Devices | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| TV Remote For Fire Devices | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| TV Remote For Fire Devices | $8.99 | per month |
| TV Remote For Fire Devices | $9.99 | per month |
| TV Remote For Fire Devices | $29.99 | per year |
| TV Remote For Fire Devices | $29.99 | per year |
| TV Remote For Fire Devices | $39.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Remote for Fire devices free?

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

### Is Fire TV Remote free?

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

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

Remote for Fire devices is rated higher. Remote for Fire devices averages 4.4 out of 5 from 5.6K ratings, while Fire TV Remote averages 4.1 from 59 ratings.

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

Fire TV Remote shows ads; Remote for Fire devices does not.

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

Remote for Fire devices ships an update every 2 weeks, and Fire TV Remote every 3 months. Most recently, Remote for Fire devices was updated on October 30, 2026 and Fire TV Remote on October 30, 2026.

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