Comparison

Rockbot Remote 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

Rockbot Remote

Manage your business's background music and TV channels remotely. Adjust volume, skip tracks, change playlists, and even ban unwanted songs or artists directly from your smartphone or tablet. Control multiple locations from a single app.

Highlights
  • Adjust volume
  • Skip songs
  • Start/stop music
  • Change playlists/channels
  • Preview upcoming songs
  • Ban songs/artists
  • Control multiple locations
Features
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Rockbot Remote is the remote control app for business owners and managers using Rockbot Music and Rockbot TV. Easily adjust the volume, skip songs, start and stop the music, and change playlists or channels right from your phone or tablet. For Music users, Rockbot Remote also lets you quickly preview upcoming songs, view your playlist history, and ban songs or artists in seconds. Want to stream music from the Rockbot Remote app? Simply connect your mobile device to the location’s sound system and press play. Have multiple locations streaming Rockbot Music or TV? Use Rockbot Remote to access and control any of your locations from anywhere. Users must have Rockbot admin permissions in order to access and utilize Rockbot Remote. Any non-business will be automatically removed. Looking for the Rockbot Social Jukebox App? Find it in the app store and download it for free.

About

Remote for Fire TV

Control your Fire TV devices with your phone. This app offers a comprehensive remote, keyboard for easy typing, and voice search functionality. Cast photos and videos directly to your TV for an enhanced viewing experience.

Highlights
  • Comprehensive remote control
  • Quick keyboard access
  • Voice control with microphone
  • Cast photos and videos
  • Smooth touchpad navigation
  • Automatic device connection
Features
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“Remote for Fire TV - FireStick” allows you to control your Fire TV, Fire TV Cube, Fire TV Stick and Fire TV Box. Connect your iPhone / iPad to the same WiFi network as your Fire TV device and application will automatically detect the Fire TV device. Key Functionalities: • Comprehensive Remote Control: Enjoy a fully functional remote packed with all the essential features you need for a smooth viewing experience. • No More Batteries: Say goodbye to the hassle of traditional remotes and battery replacements. • Quick Keyboard Access: Effortlessly type with our intuitive mobile keyboard for swift navigation. • Cast Your Favourites: Instantly share your favourite photos and videos directly from your phone to your TV. • Voice Control: Utilize the instant microphone feature to search and navigate without the frustration of typing. • Smooth Navigation: Experience the familiar feel of a rounded touchpad for fluid and responsive control. • Automatic Device Connection: The app remembers your previously connected devices, ensuring a hassle-free experience every time. • Easy Channel Access: Quickly access your favourite channels with just a tap. Subscription Options: • The “Remote for Fire TV - FireStick” app is free to download and offers convenient auto-renewing subscription options for unlimited access to all features. • Upon subscribing, you’ll unlock the full potential of the app and enjoy an enhanced viewing experience. • Payment will be charged to your iTunes Account upon confirmation of purchase. • Your subscription will automatically renew unless you disable auto-renewal at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. • Your account will be billed for renewal within 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period, and the renewal fee will be clearly displayed. • Manage your subscriptions easily by visiting your Account Settings after purchase. Elevate your entertainment experience with the “Remote for Fire TV - FireStick” app today! Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/tripti-kumari/privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://sites.google.com/view/tripti-kumari/termsconditions Disclaimer: Tripti Kumari is not an affiliated entity of Amazon and “Remote for Fire TV - FireStick” application is not an official product of Amazon or its affiliates.

Screenshots

Rockbot Remote4 screens
Remote for Fire TV3 screens

Verdict

The call

Rockbot Remote and Remote for Fire TV both sit at 4.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 67% of Rockbot Remote's written reviews are positive against 31% of Remote for Fire TV's. Rockbot Remote also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 2 months vs every 8 months). Remote for Fire TV's advantage is ratings volume (10K vs 1.5K). On price, rating, 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. Rockbot Remote sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Remote for Fire TV sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Rockbot Remote against 4.5 for Remote for Fire TV. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Remote for Fire TV has 10K ratings behind it against 1.5K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 67% of Rockbot Remote's written reviews are positive against 31% of Remote for Fire TV's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Rockbot Remote ships an update every 2 months, Remote for Fire TV every 8 months. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 26, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Rockbot Remote versus Remote for Fire TV: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRockbot RemoteRemote for Fire TV
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (1.5K ratings) — better4.5 (10K ratings)
Positive reviews66.7% of reviews — better30.9% of reviews
Number of ratings1.5K10K — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 months — betterEvery 8 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS14.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size42 MB29 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperRockbot, Inc.Tripti Kumari

Customer experience

Rockbot Remote

All ratings1,503 ratings
Positive89.3%
Neutral2.9%
Negative7.9%
Written reviews12 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%

Remote for Fire TV

All ratings10,241 ratings
Positive87.0%
Neutral4.4%
Negative8.6%
Written reviews149 reviews
Positive30.9%
Neutral4.7%
Negative64.4%

User reviews

Rockbot Remote

From 1.5K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Great service
  • 👍 Variety and selection of music
  • 👍 Cleaned music content
  • 👍 Easy to control from phone
  • 👍 Truly rocks

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Horrible company, cannot get in touch
  • 🐛 App stops playing music when using other apps
  • 🐛 Buggy and slow app
  • 🐛 Outdated music selection

Remote for Fire TV

From 10K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Works great
  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 🚀 Responsive remote
  • 👍 Convenient for when remote is lost

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Frequent ads
  • 🐛 Significant lag/delay
  • 🐛 Doesn't work with all Fire TV devices
  • 💰 Requires paid subscription to remove ads

Bugs and requests

Rockbot Remote

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Charges credit card but never sends player
  • Music keeps playing during phone calls
  • Slow loading times, too many images in updated app

Requested features

1 request
  • More access for managers to repeat songs and add to queue

Remote for Fire TV

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Fails to connect to Fire TV
  • OK button doesn't work
  • Keeps disconnecting

Requested features

3 requests
  • Bluetooth connectivity
  • Ability to control volume
  • Option to save device IP addresses

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Rockbot Remote

One-time1
  • Roqbot for Business Trial$4.99
5 purchases

Remote for Fire TV

Subscriptions3
  • Promotional Offer$2.997 Days
  • Remote for Fire Stick Weekly$4.997 Days
  • Fire TV Remote Monthly3 Days trial$14.991 Month
One-time2
  • Fire TV Remote Lifetime$19.99
  • Fire TV Remote Premium$29.99

Questions

Is Rockbot Remote free?
Rockbot Remote 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, Rockbot Remote or Remote for Fire TV?
Rockbot Remote is rated higher. Rockbot Remote averages 4.6 out of 5 from 1.5K ratings, while Remote for Fire TV averages 4.5 from 10K ratings.
Do Rockbot Remote or Remote for Fire TV have ads?
Remote for Fire TV shows ads; Rockbot Remote does not.
Which is updated more often, Rockbot Remote or Remote for Fire TV?
Rockbot Remote ships an update every 2 months, and Remote for Fire TV every 8 months. Most recently, Rockbot Remote was updated on September 25, 2026 and Remote for Fire TV on September 26, 2026.

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