Comparison

Universal Remote TV Control · vs Remote for Fire TV

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

Head to head
About

Universal Remote TV Control ·

Transform your phone into a universal TV remote. Effortlessly change channels, adjust volume, launch streaming apps, and cast media to your TV. Enjoy a seamless control experience without the hassle of physical remotes.

Highlights
  • Universal TV remote control
  • Volume and channel adjustment
  • Launch streaming apps
  • Cast photos and videos
  • Voice and keyboard search
  • Supports most smart TV brands
Features
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LOST YOUR TV REMOTE AGAIN? TAKE CONTROL INSTANTLY. Turn your iPhone or iPad into a powerful universal TV remote in seconds. Change channels, adjust volume, launch Netflix or YouTube, and cast photos or videos directly to your TV. No more searching for remotes. No more dead batteries. Just tap and control. TRUSTED BY MILLIONS • 10M+ downloads • Top 50 in Utilities • 4.8 rating with 50K+ reviews --------------------------------- TAKE CONTROL IN UNDER A MINUTE Connect your phone and TV to the same Wi-Fi. The app automatically detects your device. No pairing codes. No complicated setup. Start controlling your TV almost instantly. ONE APP. TOTAL CONTROL. • Change channels instantly • Adjust volume smoothly • Launch streaming apps with one tap • Power on or off supported TVs • Navigate menus faster than a traditional remote Stop switching between remotes. Everything you need is in one place. SEARCH FASTER. WATCH MORE. Typing with a TV remote is frustrating. Use your phone’s keyboard or voice search to find movies and shows in seconds. Spend less time searching and more time watching. CAST AND SHARE ON THE BIG SCREEN Show photos from your gallery. Play videos directly from your phone. Stream music for parties or family nights. Turn any moment into a big-screen experience. COMPATIBLE WITH MOST SMART TV BRANDS - Roku - TCL - Sony - LG Smart TV - Samsung - Android TV - Hisense - Fire TV - Philips - Vizio Join millions of users who replaced their physical remote. PREMIUM SUBSCRIPTION Upgrade to Premium to remove ads and unlock all features. Subscription is $6.99 per week. Payment will be charged to your iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Subscriptions can be managed in Account Settings after purchase. Universal Remote TV Control・ is not affiliated with or endorsed by any TV brands mentioned. Support: feedback@begamob.com Privacy Policy: https://begamob.com/policy.html Terms of Use: https://begamob.com/termofuse.html

About

Remote for Fire TV

Control your TV devices effortlessly from your iPhone. Navigate menus, type with a keyboard, and enjoy seamless connection over Wi-Fi. Unlock premium features for an ad-free experience.

Highlights
  • Full-featured remote control
  • Large touchpad for easy navigation
  • Integrated keyboard for typing
  • Automatic device connection
  • Premium subscription for ad-free experience
Features
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Experience effortless control of your TV devices with Firety - Remote Controller app. By connecting your iPhone and your device to the same Wi-Fi network, you can navigate and manage your devices with ease after a simple pairing process. Key Features: • Full-featured remote control: Access all the functionalities of your TV remote. • Large touchpad: Enjoy easy navigation of menus and content. • Integrated keyboard: Type conveniently using the in-app keyboard. • Automatic device connection: Your devices will connect seamlessly without manual intervention. Premium Subscription Unlock unlimited access to Premium features with a subscription. Premium users can enjoy the Interaction tab without any ads. Subscription Details: • Trial and Pricing: 1 week with a 3-day free trial, starting at $2.99 weekly, according to “Apple’s App Store Matrix” equivalent in USD. • Payment: Charged to your iTunes Account upon purchase confirmation. • Auto-renewal: Automatically renews unless turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. • Renewal Charges: Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours before the end of the current period. • Subscription Management: Manage subscriptions and disable auto-renewal in Account Settings. For more details, visit Apple Support. • Trial/Subscription Expiration: Users will be unsubscribed upon expiration of the current trial/subscription period. The active subscription cannot be canceled during its period. Access to the Interaction tab will be lost after expiration. • Forfeiture of Trial Period: Any unused portion of a free trial period will be forfeited when a subscription is purchased. Enjoy seamless control of your TV devices with Firety - Remote Controller DISCLAIMER: This application is neither affiliated with nor endorsed by any of the mentioned brands, and it is not an official product of any of them or their affiliates. Available in-app purchases: • Annual subscription, auto-renewal per year • Weekly subscription, auto-renewal per week Terms of Service: https://appfusionutilities.com/firety/terms_of_use.html Privacy Policy: https://appfusionutilities.com/firety/privacy_policy.html

Screenshots

Universal Remote TV Control ·4 screens
Remote for Fire TV4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Universal Remote TV Control · at 4.7 against Remote for Fire TV's 3.9. Universal Remote TV Control · also leads on ratings volume (144K vs 82) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). Remote for Fire TV's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, review sentiment, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Universal Remote TV Control · sells 16 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days and Remote for Fire TV sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Universal Remote TV Control · holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Universal Remote TV Control · has 144K ratings behind it against 82, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 38% of Universal Remote TV Control ·'s written reviews are positive against 33% of Remote for Fire TV's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Universal Remote TV Control · ships an update every 3 weeks, Remote for Fire TV every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
Universal Remote TV Control · versus Remote for Fire TV: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterUniversal Remote TV Control ·Remote for Fire TV
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (144K ratings) — better3.9 (82 ratings)
Positive reviews38.0% of reviews — better33.3% of reviews
Number of ratings144K — better82
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
Best chart rank#20 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS16.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size233 MB23 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBEGAMOB GLOBAL LIMITEDSuna Ordulu

Customer experience

Universal Remote TV Control ·

All ratings141,958 ratings
Positive92.6%
Neutral2.7%
Negative4.7%
Written reviews1,251 reviews
Positive38.0%
Neutral3.4%
Negative58.6%

Remote for Fire TV

All ratings78 ratings
Positive73.1%
Neutral0.0%
Negative26.9%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative66.7%

Bugs and requests

Universal Remote TV Control ·

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Subscription issues, unable to cancel
  • Incompatible with certain TV models
  • Buttons/functions not working as expected

Requested features

3 requests
  • Ability to turn TV on/off
  • Support for more TV brands
  • Ability to control volume without subscription

Remote for Fire TV

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

16 purchases

Universal Remote TV Control ·

Subscriptions14
  • Unlock all features - Weekly$3.997 Days
  • One Weekly$3.997 Days
  • 75% off first week$4.997 Days
Show 11 more
  • Unlock all features$4.997 Days
  • TV Remote Control - 1 Week Pro2 variants$5.997 Days
  • TV Remote Control - 1 Week Pro$8.907 Days
  • TV Remote Premium - Month Pro$9.491 Month
  • TV Remote Control - 1 Week Pro3 Days trial4 variants$9.997 Days
  • TV Remote Control - 1 Week Pro3 Days trial2 variants$14.907 Days
  • Yearly Premium3 Days trial$26.491 Year
  • Yearly Access3 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • Premium Pack for RokuTV3 Days trial$39.991 Year
  • TV Remote Control - 1 Year Pro$39.991 Year
  • One Yearly$39.991 Year
One-time2
  • Unlock all features for life$29.99
  • Unlock All Feature$34.99
6 purchases

Remote for Fire TV

Subscriptions6
  • Weekly$1.997 Days
  • Weekly3 Days trial$2.997 Days
  • Annual Promo$4.991 Year
Show 3 more
  • Annual Promo$6.991 Year
  • Annual3 Days trial$9.991 Year
  • Annual3 Days trial$29.991 Year

Questions

Is Universal Remote TV Control · free?
Universal Remote TV Control · is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Remote for Fire TV free?
Remote for Fire TV is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Universal Remote TV Control · or Remote for Fire TV?
Universal Remote TV Control · is rated higher. Universal Remote TV Control · averages 4.7 out of 5 from 144K ratings, while Remote for Fire TV averages 3.9 from 82 ratings.
Do Universal Remote TV Control · or Remote for Fire TV have ads?
Universal Remote TV Control · shows ads; Remote for Fire TV does not.
Which is updated more often, Universal Remote TV Control · or Remote for Fire TV?
Universal Remote TV Control · ships an update every 3 weeks, and Remote for Fire TV every 2 months. Most recently, Universal Remote TV Control · was updated on October 28, 2026 and Remote for Fire TV on October 27, 2026.

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