# FireStick Remote Control vs GlassOuse

The clearest difference is rating: FireStick Remote Control at 4.7 against GlassOuse's 3.0. FireStick Remote Control also leads on ratings volume (30K vs 2) and chart position (#48 vs unranked). GlassOuse's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4) and ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence, device support and iOS requirement 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. GlassOuse asks for nothing beyond the download.

FireStick Remote Control holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: FireStick Remote Control has 30K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

FireStick Remote Control ships an update every 3 months, GlassOuse every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 22, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | FireStick Remote Control | GlassOuse |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (30K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/firestick-remote-control/id1492703474/reviews)** | [3.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/glassouse/id1559843362/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **30K** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 34.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 2 months** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#48** | — |
| Size | 30 MB | 8 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Bhim Singh](https://appshunter.io/developer/1577936321) | [EnnoPro Group Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1559838470) |

## What reviewers say

### FireStick Remote Control

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

**Currently charting:** #48 Top Free · Lifestyle, #143 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


### GlassOuse

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/glassouse/id1559843362)

This app customizes a wearable device for individuals with limited mobility to control phones, tablets, and computers. It allows users to assign functions to connected switches, adjust sensitivity for precise control, and save all device settings in one place.

**Highlights:** Assign switch functions, Adjust X/Y axis sensitivity, Reset to factory settings, Save all device settings, Connect to three devices, Control as Mouse, Switch Control, or Joystick

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is FireStick Remote Control free?

FireStick Remote Control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is GlassOuse free?

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

### Which has better reviews, FireStick Remote Control or GlassOuse?

FireStick Remote Control is rated higher. FireStick Remote Control averages 4.7 out of 5 from 30K ratings, while GlassOuse averages 3.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do FireStick Remote Control or GlassOuse have ads?

FireStick Remote Control shows ads; GlassOuse does not.

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

FireStick Remote Control ships an update every 3 months, and GlassOuse every 2 months. Most recently, FireStick Remote Control was updated on October 27, 2026 and GlassOuse on October 22, 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.*