Comparison

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

TV Remote

Control your Samsung or LG Smart TV directly from your iPhone without extra hardware. Connect easily via Wi-Fi for full remote functionality, including basic and advanced commands. Enjoy a smart, simple, and elegant interface with optional haptic feedback.

Highlights
  • Universal remote control for Smart TVs
  • Basic and advanced TV functions
  • Quick Wi-Fi connection
  • Haptic feedback option
  • No additional hardware needed
Features
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TV Remote is a tool that allows you to control your Samsung or LG Smart TV from your iPhone. No additional hardware or devices. Just have your iPhone on the same Wi-Fi network as your TV. Key features: //UNIVERSAL REMOTE CONTROL FOR SMART TV All basic and advanced functions are included: power on / off, mute / unmute, volume up / down, channel up / down, menu button, video control play / pause / stop, additional functions. You won't have the need to change your physical TV remote’s battery. Just download and use the app to control your TV. Smart, simple and elegant design will make your interaction pleasant and comfortable. //QUICK CONNECTION VIA WI-FI To use the remote control, you must have your iPhone on the same Wi-Fii network as your smart TV. Start a connection in the app by clicking the “Search TV” button, then follow app’s instructions and then accept the message that appears on your TV. Done! //HAPTIC FEEDBACK Haptic feedback makes our TV Remote tactile. But you can remove this at any time in the settings. Remote TV PRO: - Unlimited access to all TV remote functions - Auto-reconnect after getting back from background Terms of Use: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1-YGLupOVOOEUSaT7j80puwaIiXX6ygc0z615Pm99oFQ/edit?usp=sharing Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1iaDsnYMr8IKl53sT1BAnVj3U9MrEWLiw5CB-rvkbOLk/edit?usp=sharing Disclaimer: TV Remote: Universal control is NOT an affiliated entity of Samsung Electronics or LG, and TV Remote: Universal control application is not an official product of Samsung or LG.

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

TV Remote4 screens
FireApp4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: TV Remote at none against FireApp's shown. TV Remote also leads on update cadence (every 5 days vs every 2 months) and rating (4.6 vs 4.3). FireApp's advantage is review sentiment (49% vs 15%). 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. TV Remote sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days and FireApp sells 18 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

TV Remote holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 587 and 419 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 15% of TV Remote's written reviews are positive against 49% of FireApp's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TV Remote ships an update every 5 days, FireApp every 2 months. Both last shipped on October 21, 2026.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
TV Remote versus FireApp: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTV RemoteFireApp
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (587 ratings) — better4.3 (419 ratings)
Positive reviews14.8% of reviews49.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings587 — better419
Update frequencyEvery 5 days — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS14.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size48 MB192 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAdam BrickmanZipoApps

Customer experience

TV Remote

All ratings584 ratings
Positive88.7%
Neutral3.3%
Negative8.0%
Written reviews27 reviews
Positive14.8%
Neutral0.0%
Negative85.2%

FireApp

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

Bugs and requests

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

TV Remote

Subscriptions2
  • Remote TV Pro (weekly)3 Days trial$5.997 Days
  • Remote TV Pro (monthly)$9.991 Month
18 purchases

FireApp

Subscriptions18
  • Unlimited access3 Days trial$0.997 Days
  • Unlimited access3 Days trial$1.997 Days
  • Unlimited access3 Days trial$2.997 Days
Show 15 more
  • Unlimited access3 Days trial$3.997 Days
  • Unlimited Access$4.997 Days
  • Unlimited access3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • FireApp: TV Controller - Show$5.997 Days
  • FireApp TV Weekly Trial3 Days trial$5.997 Days
  • Unlimited access3 Days trial$5.997 Days
  • Unlimited access3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • Unlimited access3 Days trial$7.997 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 trial2 variants$19.991 Year
  • Unlimited access3 Days trial2 variants$29.991 Year
  • Unlimited access3 Days trial$39.991 Year
  • Unlimited access3 Days trial$49.991 Year

Questions

Is TV Remote free?
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, TV Remote or FireApp?
TV Remote is rated higher. TV Remote averages 4.6 out of 5 from 587 ratings, while FireApp averages 4.3 from 419 ratings.
Do TV Remote or FireApp have ads?
FireApp shows ads; TV Remote does not.
Which is updated more often, TV Remote or FireApp?
TV Remote ships an update every 5 days, and FireApp every 2 months. Most recently, TV Remote was updated on October 21, 2026 and FireApp on October 21, 2026.

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