Comparison

Fire Remote for TV vs Remote for Fire Stick・

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Fire Remote for TV

Control your Amazon Fire TV devices with your iPhone or iPad. Stream photos, videos, and music from your device or cloud storage directly to your TV. Includes a keyboard for easy text input and quick access to apps.

Highlights
  • Fully functional remote control
  • Keyboard for text input
  • Quick app access
  • Cast photos and videos
  • Stream cloud media
  • Web content casting
Features
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Smart Remote for Amazon Fire TV is designed specifically to control Fire TV using your iPhone, iPad. Supports Fire TV Box, Fire TV Stick, Fire TV Cube, and Fire TV. Easily stream media content (photos, videos) directly from your Camera Roll. Cast any media from your cloud acount (Google Drive, Dropbox) to Fire TV. Just connect an iPhone and a TV or media player to the same Wi-Fi network and you will be able to control it using a mobile device after a simple pairing routine. Features: - Fully functional remote control Fire TV Stick - Keyboard feature to simplify text input and search - Quick access to your favorite apps and channels. Cast feature: - Cast photos, videos from Camera roll - Cast music from music library - Cast media content from Google Drive, Dropbox - Cast web content to FireStick TV Streaming: - Music videos streamer - News & Sport TV channels Premium Subscription The app includes an optional auto-renewable subscription to access current and future premium categories (price may vary depending on location): - Subscription start from USD 2.99. - a 1-week subscription - a 1-month subscription - a 1-year subscription with 7 days free trial • Check in app for exact pricing in your region • Payment will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase and will automatically renew (at the duration/price selected) unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. • Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal. • You can manage your subscription and/or turn off auto-renewal by going to your iTunes Account Settings, but refunds will not be given for any unused portion of the term. Terms of Service: https://tvcastapp.net/policies.html#tos Privacy: https://tvcastapp.net/policies.html Disclaimer: TV Cast Co., Ltd is not an affiliated entity of Amazon.com Inc. and "Smart Remote" application is not an official product of Amazon.com Inc. or its affiliates.

About

Remote for Fire Stick・

Transform your smartphone into a comprehensive remote control for your Firestick and Fire TV devices. Effortlessly navigate, control volume, switch apps, and cast media. Includes diagnostic tools for optimal performance.

Highlights
  • Complete remote control toolkit
  • Built-in keyboard and touchpad
  • Media casting (photos & videos)
  • TV diagnostic tools
  • Quick app switching
  • Reliable WiFi setup
Features
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Unlock the full potential of your Firestick and Fire TV devices with the ultimate Remote App — a fast, reliable, and intuitive way to control your TV effortlessly, without any subscriptions, hidden fees, or ads. ● WHAT’S INSIDE OUR APP? • Complete Remote Toolkit Turn your phone into a powerful remote — apps, navigation, volume, power — all streamlined for your convenience. Control every aspect of your device with: – Built-in keyboard, – Responsive touchpad, – Directional buttons, – Power ON/OFF button, – Volume and channel control, – Quick app switching. • Prime Video Guide Quickly discover and enjoy your favorite Prime content. • Media Casting Cast photos and videos from your smartphone directly to any Fire TV‑enabled device. • TV Diagnostic Tools Ensure optimal performance with comprehensive tests: – Dead Pixel Test – Backlight Bleed Test – Backlight Uniformity Test – Gradient Smoothness Test – Audio Channel Test ● WHY CHOOSE OUR APP? • Reliable and Smooth Performance Forget connection drops and pairing issues. Set up easily via WiFi — no remote needed. Enjoy stable, consistent control every time. • Intuitive and User-Friendly UI Enjoy a beautifully streamlined interface that's designed for maximum ease-of-use. No lag, crashes, or disruptions — your TV or Stick experience remains smooth and enjoyable at all times. • Dedicated customer support We are dedicated to your satisfaction. Our responsive support team is always available to help with any setup, troubleshooting, or usage questions. Contact us anytime within the app or via email at support@redpaket.net. ● Compatibility Works with all Fire TV‑enabled devices and Firestick models that support Wi‑Fi, including older versions. ● Disclaimer This application is an independent third-party tool and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates. It is designed solely to enhance your Fire TV and Firestick experience. ● Terms of Use & Privacy Policy Users must agree to our Terms of Use and acknowledge our Privacy Policy before using the app. Please visit our website to read these documents in full. Privacy Policy: https://firetv.redpaket.net/privacy-policy.html Terms of Use: https://firetv.redpaket.net/terms-of-use.html

Screenshots

Fire Remote for TV4 screens
Remote for Fire Stick・4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Remote for Fire Stick・ at 88% against Fire Remote for TV's 9%. Remote for Fire Stick・ also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.3) and ads (none vs shown). Fire Remote for TV's advantage is ratings volume (40K vs 1.2K) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Fire Remote for TV sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days and Remote for Fire Stick・ sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Remote for Fire Stick・ holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Fire Remote for TV has 40K ratings behind it against 1.2K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 9% of Fire Remote for TV's written reviews are positive against 88% of Remote for Fire Stick・'s.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Fire Remote for TV ships an update every 3 months, Remote for Fire Stick・ every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Fire Remote for TV versus Remote for Fire Stick・: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFire Remote for TVRemote for Fire Stick・
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (40K ratings)4.8 (1.2K ratings) — better
Positive reviews9.0% of reviews88.2% of reviews — better
Number of ratings40K — better1.2K
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size199 MB154 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperTV Cast Pte. Ltd.Red Paket

Customer experience

Fire Remote for TV

All ratings39,806 ratings
Positive81.0%
Neutral3.1%
Negative15.9%
Written reviews199 reviews
Positive9.0%
Neutral3.5%
Negative87.4%

Remote for Fire Stick・

All ratings1,226 ratings
Positive95.3%
Neutral2.9%
Negative1.9%
Written reviews93 reviews
Positive88.2%
Neutral6.5%
Negative5.4%

Bugs and requests

Fire Remote for TV

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App crashes after every button press
  • Remote control not working as expected
  • Casting feature not functioning properly

Requested features

3 requests
  • Volume control option
  • Improved screen mirroring capabilities
  • Better support for iPhone/iPad

Remote for Fire Stick・

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

6 purchases

Fire Remote for TV

Subscriptions5
  • Premium$1.997 Days
  • Premium3 Days trial$2.997 Days
  • Premium$4.991 Month
Show 2 more
  • Premium3 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • Premium3 Days trial$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • Premium$19.99
3 purchases

Remote for Fire Stick・

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly Pro Plan3 Days trial$8.997 Days
  • Yearly Pro Plan$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Pro Plan$39.99

Questions

Is Fire Remote for TV free?
Fire Remote for TV is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Remote for Fire Stick・ free?
Remote for Fire Stick・ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Fire Remote for TV or Remote for Fire Stick・?
Remote for Fire Stick・ is rated higher. Fire Remote for TV averages 4.3 out of 5 from 40K ratings, while Remote for Fire Stick・ averages 4.8 from 1.2K ratings.
Do Fire Remote for TV or Remote for Fire Stick・ have ads?
Fire Remote for TV shows ads; Remote for Fire Stick・ does not.
Which is updated more often, Fire Remote for TV or Remote for Fire Stick・?
Fire Remote for TV ships an update every 3 months, and Remote for Fire Stick・ every 3 weeks. Most recently, Fire Remote for TV was updated on October 29, 2026 and Remote for Fire Stick・ on October 28, 2026.

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