Comparison

FireStick Universal TV Remote vs FireApp

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

Head to head
About

FireStick Universal TV Remote

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
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Smart TV Remote Control is specifically designed to bring an easy remote to control your TV. Just connect your remote control app to your TV and start controlling it.. Smart TV Remote control provides you with many useful features such as: Fully Functional TV Remote Control Stable Device Connection Mechanism Fast Keyboard for Quick Search Channel Shortcuts for easy access Automatic Connection to Devices Please make sure that your phone is connected to the same Wi-Fi network as your TV. Here is how the app works with your TV: Install this app on your phone. Launch and tap on the device connection screen. Wait for a few seconds for the app to find and connect with your TV. Start using the remote control.It is that simple. Premium Screen: You can be a premium user through an auto-renewing subscription: 1-Month Plan, first 3 days free and then $1.99/Month- Payment will be charged to 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- Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal – Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user’s Account Settings after purchase - You may cancel a subscription during its free trial period via the subscription setting through your iTunes account. This must be done 24 hours before the end of the subscription period to avoid being charged. Please visit http://support.apple.com/kb/ht4098 for more information - You may turn off the auto-renewal of your subscription via your iTunes Account Settings. However, you are not able to cancel the current subscription during its active period- Any unused portion of a free-trial period, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription Privacy Policy: https://1drv.ms/t/s!AhFqsfV6n6ePbZ-D1y5mhg_VWxg Terms of Usage: https://1drv.ms/t/s!AhFqsfV6n6ePblD397_rLo_cfV4?e=BauqUz If you have any query, feel free to contact us at contactus@pironapps.com

About

FireApp

Control your Smart TV using your iOS device. This app offers a virtual remote with a touchpad, keyboard, and volume controls. It connects automatically and supports a wide range of TV models, with regular updates for new devices.

Highlights
  • Virtual remote control
  • Automatic device connection
  • Touchpad navigation
  • Built-in keyboard
  • Volume adjustment
  • Power off function
Features
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FireApp — TV Remote Control is your go-to virtual remote for seamlessly managing your Smart TV with your iOS Device. Functionality: — Enjoy a fully functional remote control at your fingertips. — Experience automatic device connection for hassle-free setup. — Navigate with ease using the touchpad for menu exploration and quick typing on web apps. — Adjust the volume up or down effortlessly. — Simplify your searches with the built-in keyboard. — Power off your TV with a single tap. — Stay up-to-date with regular updates to support a wide range of new TV models. To utilize this remote control, ensure that your iOS device and TV are connected to the same Wi-Fi network. — If the connection encounters any issues, try restarting your iPhone, Smart TV, and Wi-Fi router for a smoother experience. Subscription Details: — Payment will be charged to your iTunes Account upon confirmation of purchase. — Subscriptions will automatically renew unless you turn off auto-renew at least 24 hours before the current period ends. — Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours before the current subscription period concludes, specifying the renewal cost. — Manage your subscriptions and disable auto-renewal by accessing your Account Settings after purchase. — Any remaining time from a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited upon purchasing a subscription to the respective publication, where applicable. Terms of Use: https://zipoapps.com/fireappcontrolios/terms/ Privacy Policy: https://zipoapps.com/fireappcontrolios/privacy/

Screenshots

FireStick Universal TV Remote2 screens
FireApp4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: FireApp at 49% against FireStick Universal TV Remote's 0%. FireApp also leads on rating (4.3 vs 3.9) and update cadence (every 2 months vs every 4 months). FireStick Universal TV Remote's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, ratings volume, 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. FireStick Universal TV Remote sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and FireApp sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

FireApp holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 3.9. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 163 and 419 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of FireStick Universal TV Remote's written reviews are positive against 49% of FireApp's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

FireStick Universal TV Remote ships an update every 4 months, FireApp every 2 months. Both last shipped on November 3, 2026.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
FireStick Universal TV Remote versus FireApp: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFireStick Universal TV RemoteFireApp
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.9 (163 ratings)4.3 (419 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews49.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings163419 — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS14.5 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size33 MB192 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPIRON APPSZipoApps

Customer experience

FireStick Universal TV Remote

All ratings163 ratings
Positive71.2%
Neutral5.5%
Negative23.3%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral20.0%
Negative80.0%

FireApp

All ratings417 ratings
Positive81.8%
Neutral4.1%
Negative14.1%
Written reviews51 reviews
Positive49.0%
Neutral5.9%
Negative45.1%

Bugs and requests

FireStick Universal TV Remote

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

FireApp

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Freezes and crashes
  • Fails to connect to devices

Requested features

2 requests
  • Volume control
  • Improve compatibility with devices

In-app purchases

2 purchases

FireStick Universal TV Remote

Subscriptions2
  • TV Remote Monthly Subscription3 Days trial$1.991 Month
  • TV Remote Yearly Subscription$9.991 Year
10 purchases

FireApp

Subscriptions10
  • Unlimited Access$4.997 Days
  • Unlimited access3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • FireApp: TV Controller - Show$5.997 Days
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  • FireApp TV Weekly Trial3 Days trial$5.997 Days
  • Unlimited access3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • Unlimited access3 Days trial$8.997 Days
  • Remote Control for FireApp Now$9.991 Month
  • Unlimited access3 Days trial$9.991 Year
  • Unlimited access3 Days trial$19.991 Year
  • Unlimited access3 Days trial$49.991 Year

Questions

Is FireStick Universal TV Remote free?
FireStick Universal TV Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is FireApp free?
FireApp is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, FireStick Universal TV Remote or FireApp?
FireApp is rated higher. FireStick Universal TV Remote averages 3.9 out of 5 from 163 ratings, while FireApp averages 4.3 from 419 ratings.
Do FireStick Universal TV Remote or FireApp have ads?
FireApp shows ads; FireStick Universal TV Remote does not.
Which is updated more often, FireStick Universal TV Remote or FireApp?
FireStick Universal TV Remote ships an update every 4 months, and FireApp every 2 months. Most recently, FireStick Universal TV Remote was updated on November 3, 2026 and FireApp on November 3, 2026.

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