# FireStick Universal TV Remote vs Remote control for FireApp

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Remote control for FireApp at 100% against FireStick Universal TV Remote's 0%. Remote control for FireApp also leads on rating (5.0 vs 3.9) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 4 months). FireStick Universal TV Remote's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (163 vs 8). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. FireStick Universal TV Remote sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Remote control for FireApp sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Remote control for FireApp holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: FireStick Universal TV Remote has 163 ratings behind it against 8, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of FireStick Universal TV Remote's written reviews are positive against 100% of Remote control for FireApp's.

FireStick Universal TV Remote ships an update every 4 months, Remote control for FireApp fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 19, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | FireStick Universal TV Remote | Remote control for FireApp |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.9 (163 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/firestick-universal-tv-remote/id1613505745/reviews) | **[5.0 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-control-for-fireapp/id6450437644/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **163** | 8 |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 33 MB | 66 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.5** | 15.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [PIRON APPS](https://appshunter.io/developer/1581268434) | [Pin Creation Technology Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1759292053) |

## What reviewers say

### FireStick Universal TV Remote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/firestick-universal-tv-remote/id1613505745)

Control your smart TV or streaming stick with your phone. This app offers a fully functional remote experience with a fast keyboard for searches and channel shortcuts. Connects automatically to your devices over Wi-Fi.

**Highlights:** Fully functional TV remote, Stable device connection, Fast keyboard for search, Channel shortcuts, Automatic device connection

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| TV Remote Monthly Subscription | $1.99 | per month |
| TV Remote Yearly Subscription | $9.99 | per year |


### Remote control for FireApp

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-control-for-fireapp/id6450437644)

Control your smart TV with your phone using this app. It offers features like channel switching, voice control, screen mirroring, and a built-in keyboard, all without needing infrared equipment. Connect easily via Wi-Fi for a seamless remote experience.

**Highlights:** Wi-Fi connection, no infrared needed, Fast and delay-free connection, Channel and volume control, Voice control for Alexa, Cast photos and videos, Low latency screen mirroring, Built-in keyboard and touchpad

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Premium Monthly New | $3.99 | per month |
| Premium Weekly | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| test | $12.99 | per month |
| Premium Monthly | $19.99 | per month |
| Premium Yearly Offer New | $19.99 | per year |
| Premium Yearly  Offer | $19.99 | per year |
| Premium Yearly | $19.99 | per year |
| Premium Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| Premium Lifetime | $29.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is FireStick Universal TV Remote free?

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

### Is Remote control for FireApp free?

Remote control for FireApp is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, FireStick Universal TV Remote or Remote control for FireApp?

Remote control for FireApp is rated higher. FireStick Universal TV Remote averages 3.9 out of 5 from 163 ratings, while Remote control for FireApp averages 5.0 from 8 ratings.

### Do FireStick Universal TV Remote or Remote control for FireApp have ads?

Remote control for FireApp shows ads; FireStick Universal TV Remote does not.

### Which is updated more often, FireStick Universal TV Remote or Remote control for FireApp?

FireStick Universal TV Remote ships an update every 4 months, and Remote control for FireApp fortnightly. Most recently, FireStick Universal TV Remote was updated on September 19, 2026 and Remote control for FireApp on September 23, 2026.

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