# TCL WiFi vs FireStick Remote Control

The clearest difference is rating: FireStick Remote Control at 4.7 against TCL WiFi's 1.6. FireStick Remote Control also leads on review sentiment (34% vs 0%) and ratings volume (30K vs 15). TCL WiFi's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4) and ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence 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. TCL WiFi asks for nothing beyond the download.

FireStick Remote Control holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 1.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: FireStick Remote Control has 30K ratings behind it against 15, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of TCL WiFi's written reviews are positive against 34% of FireStick Remote Control's.

TCL WiFi ships an update every 2 months, FireStick Remote Control every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | TCL WiFi | FireStick Remote Control |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.6 (15 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tcl-wifi/id1483420223/reviews) | **[4.7 (30K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/firestick-remote-control/id1492703474/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 15 | **30K** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **33.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 months** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#54** |
| Size | 119 MB | 30 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [TCL Communication LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/905266157) | [Bhim Singh](https://appshunter.io/developer/1577936321) |

## What reviewers say

### TCL WiFi

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tcl-wifi/id1483420223)

Manage your TCL router and wireless network remotely from your smartphone. Easily set up network names and passwords, implement parental controls for safe internet use, and create guest networks for privacy. The app also allows for firmware upgrades and other administrative tasks.

**Highlights:** Remote router management, SSID and password setup, Parental controls, Guest network creation, Firmware upgrades

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### FireStick Remote Control

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

**Currently charting:** #54 Top Free · Lifestyle, #142 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 TCL WiFi free?

TCL WiFi 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, TCL WiFi or FireStick Remote Control?

FireStick Remote Control is rated higher. TCL WiFi averages 1.6 out of 5 from 15 ratings, while FireStick Remote Control averages 4.7 from 30K ratings.

### Do TCL WiFi or FireStick Remote Control have ads?

FireStick Remote Control shows ads; TCL WiFi does not.

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

TCL WiFi ships an update every 2 months, and FireStick Remote Control every 3 months. Most recently, TCL WiFi was updated on October 24, 2026 and FireStick Remote Control on November 3, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*