# Remote Plus vs FireRemote

The clearest difference is review sentiment: FireRemote at 87% against Remote Plus's 43%. FireRemote also leads on rating (4.1 vs 3.1) and ratings volume (372 vs 22). Remote Plus's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and ads (none vs shown). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. FireRemote sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Remote Plus asks for nothing beyond the download.

FireRemote holds the better App Store score, 4.1 against 3.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: FireRemote has 372 ratings behind it against 22, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 43% of Remote Plus's written reviews are positive against 87% of FireRemote's.

Remote Plus ships an update every 4 days, FireRemote every 6 weeks. Both last shipped on September 19, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Remote Plus | FireRemote |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.1 (22 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-plus/id1477804039/reviews) | **[4.1 (372 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fireremote-tv-stick-control/id6471219044/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 22 | **372** |
| Positive reviews | 42.9% of reviews | **87.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 days** | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 37 MB | 35 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Third Reality, Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1225620424) | [Linh Nguyen](https://appshunter.io/developer/1710850352) |

## What reviewers say

### Remote Plus

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-plus/id1477804039)

Enhance your streaming device experience with a dedicated accessory. Locate a lost remote with sound and light, enjoy private listening with headphones, and use the LED to see buttons in the dark.

**Highlights:** Remote Finder beep and flash, Private listening with headphones, LED button illumination, Accessory integration

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### FireRemote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fireremote-tv-stick-control/id6471219044)

Transform your iPhone into a functional remote control for your Fire TV Stick. Easily connect and navigate your device with full keyboard support for searches and quick access to streaming apps.

**Highlights:** Physical remote controls, Automatic scanning and connection, Intuitive and quick operation, Full keyboard support, Quick access to YouTube and Netflix

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| FireRemote TV Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| FireRemote TV Yearly | $24.99 | per year |
| FireRemote TV LifeTime | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🔥 Great app for Fire TV Stick
- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 🚀 Convenient and easy to use
- 💻 Enhances Fire TV Stick experience
- 🎥 Effortless navigation and control

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤑 Requires payment for full functionality
- 🐛 Connectivity issues
- 🚫 Does not work without physical remote
- 💸 Expensive for a remote app
- 📢 Excessive ads

**Reported bugs**

- Freezes during login
- Incompatible with older devices
- Fails to connect to Fire TV Stick

**Requested features**

- Volume control
- Ability to cancel subscription
- Support for multiple Fire TV devices
- Voice control integration


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Remote Plus free?

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

### Is FireRemote free?

FireRemote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Remote Plus or FireRemote?

FireRemote is rated higher. Remote Plus averages 3.1 out of 5 from 22 ratings, while FireRemote averages 4.1 from 372 ratings.

### Do Remote Plus or FireRemote have ads?

FireRemote shows ads; Remote Plus does not.

### Which is updated more often, Remote Plus or FireRemote?

Remote Plus ships an update every 4 days, and FireRemote every 6 weeks. Most recently, Remote Plus was updated on September 19, 2026 and FireRemote on September 19, 2026.

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