# Remote for Fire devices vs Remote control for FireApp

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Remote control for FireApp at 100% against Remote for Fire devices's 30%. Remote control for FireApp also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.4). Remote for Fire devices's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (5.6K vs 8). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Remote for Fire devices sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Remote control for FireApp sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Remote control for FireApp holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Remote for Fire devices has 5.6K ratings behind it against 8, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 30% of Remote for Fire devices's written reviews are positive against 100% of Remote control for FireApp's.

Remote for Fire devices ships an update every 2 weeks, Remote control for FireApp fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Remote for Fire devices | Remote control for FireApp |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (5.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-for-fire-devices/id1455920735/reviews) | **[5.0 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-control-for-fireapp/id6450437644/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **5.6K** | 8 |
| Positive reviews | 30.4% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 41 MB | 66 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.1** | 15.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Oz Shabbatth](https://appshunter.io/developer/1451079365) | [Pin Creation Technology Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1759292053) |

## 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


### Remote control for FireApp

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-control-for-fireapp/id6450437644)

Control your smart TV with your phone using this app. It offers features like channel switching, voice control, screen mirroring, and a built-in keyboard, all without needing infrared equipment. Connect easily via Wi-Fi for a seamless remote experience.

**Highlights:** Wi-Fi connection, no infrared needed, Fast and delay-free connection, Channel and volume control, Voice control for Alexa, Cast photos and videos, Low latency screen mirroring, Built-in keyboard and touchpad

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Premium Monthly New | $3.99 | per month |
| Premium Weekly | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| test | $12.99 | per month |
| Premium Monthly | $19.99 | per month |
| Premium Yearly Offer New | $19.99 | per year |
| Premium Yearly  Offer | $19.99 | per year |
| Premium Yearly | $19.99 | per year |
| Premium Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| Premium Lifetime | $29.99 | 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 Remote control for FireApp free?

Remote control for FireApp is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

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

Remote control for FireApp is rated higher. Remote for Fire devices averages 4.4 out of 5 from 5.6K ratings, while Remote control for FireApp averages 5.0 from 8 ratings.

### Do Remote for Fire devices or Remote control for FireApp have ads?

Remote control for FireApp shows ads; Remote for Fire devices does not.

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

Remote for Fire devices ships an update every 2 weeks, and Remote control for FireApp fortnightly. Most recently, Remote for Fire devices was updated on September 25, 2026 and Remote control for FireApp on September 23, 2026.

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