# TV Remote vs FireRemote

The clearest difference is rating: TV Remote at 4.6 against FireRemote's 4.1. TV Remote also leads on update cadence (every 3 days vs every 6 weeks) and ratings volume (60K vs 389). FireRemote's advantage is review sentiment (87% vs 56%). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. TV Remote sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and FireRemote sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

TV Remote holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TV Remote has 60K ratings behind it against 389, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 56% of TV Remote's written reviews are positive against 87% of FireRemote's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

TV Remote ships an update every 3 days, FireRemote every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | TV Remote | FireRemote |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (60K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-universal/id1670649189/reviews)** | [4.1 (389 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fireremote-tv-stick-control/id6471219044/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **60K** | 389 |
| Positive reviews | 56.3% of reviews | **87.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 days** | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#135** | — |
| Size | 63 MB | 35 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.1** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Zap Software Studio BV](https://appshunter.io/developer/1793745371) | [Linh Nguyen](https://appshunter.io/developer/1710850352) |

## What reviewers say

### TV Remote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-universal/id1670649189)

**Currently charting:** #135 Top Free · Utilities (US App Store)

Transform your smartphone into a universal TV remote. Control a wide range of smart TV brands and models with ease, eliminating the need for multiple physical remotes. Simplify your entertainment experience by managing your TV directly from your phone.

**Highlights:** Control smart TVs with your phone, Supports multiple popular TV brands, Eliminates need for physical remotes, Easy to use interface, Quick connection to TV

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Premium | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Premium | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Annual Premium | $19.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Works great
- 👍 Easy to use
- 💡 Useful when remote is lost
- 🔒 No ads or subscriptions
- 🚀 Quick connection to TV

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional connection issues
- 🐛 Compatibility problems with some TV models
- 🐛 Keyboard not working on some TVs
- 🐛 Disconnects frequently

**Reported bugs**

- App force closes when connecting to certain TVs
- Volume controls not working on some TVs
- Remote buttons not responding consistently

**Requested features**

- Add ability to turn TV on/off
- Improve keyboard functionality
- Expand TV brand compatibility
- Add option to save connected TV


### FireRemote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fireremote-tv-stick-control/id6471219044)

Transform your iPhone into a functional remote control for your Fire TV Stick. Easily connect and navigate your device with full keyboard support for searches and quick access to streaming apps.

**Highlights:** Physical remote controls, Automatic scanning and connection, Intuitive and quick operation, Full keyboard support, Quick access to YouTube and Netflix

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| FireRemote TV Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| FireRemote TV Yearly | $24.99 | per year |
| FireRemote TV LifeTime | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🔥 Great app for Fire TV Stick
- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 🚀 Convenient and easy to use
- 💻 Enhances Fire TV Stick experience
- 🎥 Effortless navigation and control

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤑 Requires payment for full functionality
- 🐛 Connectivity issues
- 🚫 Does not work without physical remote
- 💸 Expensive for a remote app
- 📢 Excessive ads

**Reported bugs**

- Freezes during login
- Incompatible with older devices
- Fails to connect to Fire TV Stick

**Requested features**

- Volume control
- Ability to cancel subscription
- Support for multiple Fire TV devices
- Voice control integration


## Frequently asked questions

### Is TV Remote free?

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

### Is FireRemote free?

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

### Which has better reviews, TV Remote or FireRemote?

TV Remote is rated higher. TV Remote averages 4.6 out of 5 from 60K ratings, while FireRemote averages 4.1 from 389 ratings.

### Do TV Remote or FireRemote have ads?

Both TV Remote and FireRemote show ads.

### Which is updated more often, TV Remote or FireRemote?

TV Remote ships an update every 3 days, and FireRemote every 6 weeks. Most recently, TV Remote was updated on November 1, 2026 and FireRemote on October 24, 2026.

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