# Remote Control for Android TV vs Stick

The clearest difference is ads: Stick at none against Remote Control for Android TV's shown. Stick also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 5 months) and ratings volume (16K vs 2.2K). Remote Control for Android TV's advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). On price, rating, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Remote Control for Android TV sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Stick sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Stick holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Stick has 16K ratings behind it against 2.2K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 35% of Remote Control for Android TV's written reviews are positive against 45% of Stick's.

Remote Control for Android TV ships an update every 5 months, Stick every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Remote Control for Android TV | Stick |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (2.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-control-for-android-tv/id6443958773/reviews) | **[4.5 (16K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stick-remote-control-for-tv/id6470928223/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 2.2K | **16K** |
| Positive reviews | 35.1% of reviews | **45.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 59 MB | 113 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [MOBILESOURCE CORPORATION](https://appshunter.io/developer/1624979797) | [APPSPRO LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1852212807) |

## What reviewers say

### Remote Control for Android TV

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-control-for-android-tv/id6443958773)

Transform your smartphone into a versatile remote for your Android TV. Easily control multiple smart TVs and TV boxes from one device, offering a convenient alternative to traditional remotes. Enjoy features like touchpad navigation and app control.

**Highlights:** Control multiple Android TVs, Automatic network scanning for TV detection, Touchpad navigation, Control installed TV apps, Universal compatibility with various brands, No setup required

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Remote | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Automatic device detection
- 🚀 Responsive remote control
- 💡 Useful for when remote is lost

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Connectivity issues
- 🔋 Frequent disconnections
- 📢 Excessive ads
- 🔒 Unreliable pairing

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes on connection attempt
- Buttons not working as expected
- Inability to turn TV on/off

**Requested features**

- Add TV power on/off functionality
- Improve mouse/keyboard support
- Reduce ad frequency
- Enhance reliability and stability


### Stick

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stick-remote-control-for-tv/id6470928223)

Transform your smartphone into a versatile TV remote control. Easily navigate menus, change channels, and type using your phone's screen. Offers a touchpad, joystick, and keyboard for seamless interaction with various TV models.

**Highlights:** Universal TV compatibility, Touchpad and joystick control, On-screen keyboard for typing, Channel and audio control, User-friendly interface

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Stick - Premium | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Stick - Premium for One Year | $29.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Quick connection
- 💡 Useful for lost remotes
- 🆓 Free with no ads

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Connectivity issues
- ⚠️ Paid version required for full functionality
- 🔌 Disconnects when switching apps

**Reported bugs**

- Doesn't connect to TV
- Stops working after updates
- Fails to detect TV on network

**Requested features**

- Add source/input button
- Improve compatibility with more TV brands


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Remote Control for Android TV free?

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

### Is Stick free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Remote Control for Android TV or Stick?

Stick is rated higher. Remote Control for Android TV averages 4.3 out of 5 from 2.2K ratings, while Stick averages 4.5 from 16K ratings.

### Do Remote Control for Android TV or Stick have ads?

Remote Control for Android TV shows ads; Stick does not.

### Which is updated more often, Remote Control for Android TV or Stick?

Remote Control for Android TV ships an update every 5 months, and Stick every 3 weeks. Most recently, Remote Control for Android TV was updated on October 27, 2026 and Stick on October 30, 2026.

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