# Chat PLUS vs Remote Control for FireStick

The clearest difference is monetization model: Chat PLUS at free with in-app purchases against Remote Control for FireStick's subscription. Chat PLUS also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.6). Remote Control for FireStick's advantage is ratings volume (115 vs 5). On price, rating, review sentiment and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Chat PLUS sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days 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.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Chat PLUS against 4.9 for Remote Control for FireStick. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Remote Control for FireStick has 115 ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 100% of Chat PLUS's written reviews are positive against 92% of Remote Control for FireStick's.

Chat PLUS ships an update every 3 weeks, Remote Control for FireStick every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 2, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Chat PLUS | Remote Control for FireStick |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chat-plus-openchatai-assistant/id6449699612/reviews) | **[4.9 (115 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-control-for-firestick/id6504462970/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 5 | **115** |
| Positive reviews | **100.0% of reviews** | 92.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 39 MB | 72 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Shanghai Chenyuan Network Technology Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1447767868) | [AppLiks Sp. z O.O.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1804335622) |

## What reviewers say

### Chat PLUS

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chat-plus-openchatai-assistant/id6449699612)

This AI-powered assistant offers intelligent conversations, seamless translation, and writing assistance. Engage with different characters, generate professional content, and even get help with coding. Upgrade for enhanced features and access to advanced language models.

**Highlights:** Chat with different characters, Professional content generation, Intelligent conversations, Seamless translation, Writing assistance, Code assistance, Engaging games

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly AI chat assistant | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Yearly AI chat assistant | $39.99 | per year |


### Remote Control for FireStick

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-control-for-firestick/id6504462970)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Access | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Access with Trial | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Access with Trial | $14.99 | per month |
| Monthly Access | $14.99 | per month |
| Yearly Access with Trial | $34.99 | per year |
| Yearly Access | $34.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Access | $39.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Effortless device navigation
- 👍 Clutter-free navigation
- 🚀 Efficient search
- 👍 Intuitive typing experience
- 👍 Great app setup


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Chat PLUS free?

Chat PLUS 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.

### Which has better reviews, Chat PLUS or Remote Control for FireStick?

Remote Control for FireStick is rated higher. Chat PLUS averages 4.8 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while Remote Control for FireStick averages 4.9 from 115 ratings.

### Do Chat PLUS or Remote Control for FireStick have ads?

Neither Chat PLUS nor Remote Control for FireStick shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Chat PLUS or Remote Control for FireStick?

Chat PLUS ships an update every 3 weeks, and Remote Control for FireStick every 2 months. Most recently, Chat PLUS was updated on October 2, 2026 and Remote Control for FireStick on October 17, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*