# FireStick Remote Control vs TV Remote

FireStick Remote Control and TV Remote both sit at 4.7 stars, but that hides the real split: 93% of TV Remote's written reviews are positive against 34% of FireStick Remote Control's. TV Remote also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 3 months). FireStick Remote Control's advantage is chart position (#65 vs unranked). On price, rating, ratings volume and in-app purchases 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 and TV Remote sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for FireStick Remote Control against 4.7 for TV Remote. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 30K and 15K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 34% of FireStick Remote Control's written reviews are positive against 93% of TV Remote's.

FireStick Remote Control ships an update every 3 months, TV Remote every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 30, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | FireStick Remote Control | TV Remote |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (30K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/firestick-remote-control/id1492703474/reviews) | **[4.7 (15K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-control-smart-tv/id1598795880/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **30K** | 15K |
| Positive reviews | 34.0% of reviews | **92.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Best chart rank | **#65** | — |
| Size | 30 MB | 13 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Bhim Singh](https://appshunter.io/developer/1577936321) | [君瑛 高](https://appshunter.io/developer/1541563673) |

## What reviewers say

### FireStick Remote Control

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

**Currently charting:** #65 Top Free · Lifestyle, #139 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


### TV Remote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-control-smart-tv/id1598795880)

Transform your iPhone into a universal remote for smart TVs and streaming devices. Effortlessly control multiple devices, navigate with a touchpad, and use smart text input for searches. Enjoy quick app access and full playback control from your wrist or phone.

**Highlights:** Multi-device control, Smart Wi-Fi detection and pairing, Touchpad navigation, Smart text and voice input, Apple Watch control, One-tap app launching, Full playback control

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Annually | $9.99 | per year |
| Croissant | $1.99 | one-time |
| Coffee | $2.99 | one-time |
| Pizza | $3.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Works well even when remote is lost
- 👍 Convenient remote control on phone
- 🔒 Connects easily to TV
- 💡 Useful backup remote option
- 👍 Free to use all features

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional connectivity issues
- 💸 Ads can be intrusive
- 🔍 Difficulty switching between TVs

**Reported bugs**

- Volume controls not working for some users
- App crashing on certain devices

**Requested features**

- Add support for Fire TV remote
- Improve TV switching functionality
- Reduce ad frequency


## Frequently asked questions

### Is FireStick Remote Control free?

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

### Is TV Remote free?

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

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

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

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

FireStick Remote Control shows ads; TV Remote does not.

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

FireStick Remote Control ships an update every 3 months, and TV Remote every 3 weeks. Most recently, FireStick Remote Control was updated on October 30, 2026 and TV Remote on October 30, 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.*