Comparison

Fire Stick Remote for TV vs Remote Control for FireStick

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

Head to head
About

Fire Stick Remote for TV

Transform your smartphone or tablet into a powerful remote for your Amazon Fire TV devices. Navigate menus, launch apps, and control media playback with ease. This app simplifies your streaming experience.

Highlights
  • All-in-one remote control
  • Quick app launcher
  • Media playback controls
  • Universal compatibility with Fire TV devices
  • Intuitive navigation
Features
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Introducing Fire Stick Remote for TV, the ultimate companion for your Amazon Fire TV! Seamlessly control your Fire TV Stick, Cube, or any other Fire TV device with this intuitive and user-friendly app. Transform your smartphone or tablet into a powerful remote control that simplifies navigation, enhances your streaming experience, and offers a range of convenient features. Key Features: All-in-One Remote Control: Effortlessly navigate your Fire TV device using your smartphone or tablet as a remote. Easily switch between menus, control volume, and change channels with a tap or swipe. Quick App Launcher: Access your favorite apps and channels with the custom app launcher. Arrange and categorize your most-used apps for quick and easy access. Media Playback Controls: Play, pause, fast forward, and rewind your favorite movies and TV shows using the app's intuitive playback controls. Universal Compatibility: Fire Stick Remote for TV is compatible with a wide range of Amazon Fire TV devices, including Fire TV Stick, Fire TV Cube, and Fire TV Edition smart TVs. Please note: This app is not affiliated with or endorsed by Amazon or its subsidiaries. Amazon, Fire TV, Fire TV Stick, and Fire TV Cube are trademarks of Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Remote Control for FireStick

Control your streaming devices with your phone. Navigate menus, launch apps, and input text easily using a familiar interface. Connect via Wi-Fi for a seamless entertainment experience.

Highlights
  • Swipe-based touch controls
  • Built-in keyboard for text input
  • One-tap app and channel access
  • Large touchpad for navigation
  • User-friendly interface
Features
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Introducing Remote Control for TV Stick and other streaming devices — the ultimate solution for managing your entertainment experience directly from your phone! With intuitive swipe-based touch controls and seamless connectivity, you can effortlessly navigate your device from anywhere in your home. Simply connect your phone and your streaming device to the same Wi-Fi network, and you're ready to go. Key Features: • Easy Text Input: Simplify text input and searches with the built-in keyboard feature. • Quick Access: Access your favorite apps and channels with just one tap. • User-Friendly Interface: Enjoy a straightforward, easy-to-use interface for hassle-free control. • Large Touchpad: Ensures easy navigation through menus and content. Say goodbye to lost remotes and dead batteries. Simplify your TV watching experience and enjoy seamless control over your entertainment system. You can purchase an auto-renewable subscription to get full access. Your subscription will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase. The subscription automatically renews for the same price and the duration period depends on the selected plan (weekly, monthly, yearly) unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can turn off the auto-renewal feature at any time by changing your account settings. Please choose from our standard subscription options below: 1-week subscription from $5.99; 1-month subscription from $14.99; 12-month subscription from $34.99. Prices may change depending on your country. Privacy Policy: https://appliks.com/privacy-policy ​​Terms of Use: https://appliks.com/terms-of-use

Screenshots

Fire Stick Remote for TV3 screens
Remote Control for FireStick4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Remote Control for FireStick at 92% against Fire Stick Remote for TV's 20%. Remote Control for FireStick also leads on ads (none vs shown). Fire Stick Remote for TV's advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and update cadence (every 3 days vs every 2 months). On price, in-app purchases and device support 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. Fire Stick Remote for TV sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Remote Control for FireStick sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Fire Stick Remote for TV ships an update every 3 days, Remote Control for FireStick every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Fire Stick Remote for TV versus Remote Control for FireStick: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFire Stick Remote for TVRemote Control for FireStick
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.9 (120 ratings) — better
Positive reviews20.0% of reviews92.3% of reviews — better
Number of ratings—120 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 days — betterEvery 2 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size52 MB72 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRuvixAppLiks Sp. z O.O.

Customer experience

Fire Stick Remote for TV

All ratings94 ratings
Positive86.2%
Neutral5.3%
Negative8.5%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive20.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative80.0%

Remote Control for FireStick

All ratings115 ratings
Positive95.7%
Neutral1.7%
Negative2.6%
Written reviews13 reviews
Positive92.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative7.7%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Fire Stick Remote for TV

One-time1
  • Fire TV Remote Control$6.99
7 purchases

Remote Control for FireStick

Subscriptions6
  • Weekly Access$5.997 Days
  • Weekly Access with Trial3 Days trial$5.997 Days
  • Monthly Access with Trial3 Days trial$14.991 Month
Show 3 more
  • Monthly Access$14.991 Month
  • Yearly Access with Trial3 Days trial$34.991 Year
  • Yearly Access$34.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Access$39.99

Questions

Is Fire Stick Remote for TV free?
Fire Stick Remote for TV is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Remote Control for FireStick free?
Remote Control for FireStick is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Fire Stick Remote for TV or Remote Control for FireStick have ads?
Fire Stick Remote for TV shows ads; Remote Control for FireStick does not.
Which is updated more often, Fire Stick Remote for TV or Remote Control for FireStick?
Fire Stick Remote for TV ships an update every 3 days, and Remote Control for FireStick every 2 months. Most recently, Fire Stick Remote for TV was updated on October 30, 2026 and Remote Control for FireStick on October 24, 2026.

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