# N Controller・Smart Game Remote vs FireApp

N Controller・Smart Game Remote and FireApp both sit at 4.4 stars, but that hides the real split: 49% of FireApp's written reviews are positive against 0% of N Controller・Smart Game Remote's. FireApp also leads on update cadence (every 2 months vs every 31 months) and ratings volume (419 vs 7). N Controller・Smart Game Remote's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (14.1 vs 16.0). On price, rating, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. N Controller・Smart Game Remote sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days and FireApp sells 18 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 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 — 4.4 for N Controller・Smart Game Remote against 4.3 for FireApp. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: FireApp has 419 ratings behind it against 7, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 0% of N Controller・Smart Game Remote's written reviews are positive against 49% of FireApp's.

N Controller・Smart Game Remote ships an update every 31 months, FireApp every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 9, 2026 and October 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | N Controller・Smart Game Remote | FireApp |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.4 (7 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/n-controllersmart-game-remote/id6451426074/reviews)** | [4.3 (419 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fireapp-tv-remote-control/id6469784774/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 7 | **419** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **49.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 31 months | **Every 2 months** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 245 MB | 192 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.1** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [James Addis](https://appshunter.io/developer/1806343763) | [ZipoApps](https://appshunter.io/developer/1671444635) |

## What reviewers say

### N Controller・Smart Game Remote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/n-controllersmart-game-remote/id6451426074)

Transform your iOS device into a smart TV remote. Effortlessly change channels, control volume, and navigate streaming services. Connect via Wi-Fi for a seamless experience without needing a physical remote.

**Highlights:** Control smart TVs from iOS device, Switch channels easily, Adjust volume, Navigate streaming services, Wi-Fi connectivity, No physical remote needed

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Smart TV Remote Control App #1 | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| TV Remote Controller PRO #1 | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Smart TV Remote Control App #1 | $9.99 | per month |
| TV Remote Controller PRO #1 | $29.99 | per year |


### FireApp

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fireapp-tv-remote-control/id6469784774)

Control your Smart TV using your iOS device. This app offers a virtual remote with a touchpad, keyboard, and volume controls. It connects automatically and supports a wide range of TV models, with regular updates for new devices.

**Highlights:** Virtual remote control, Automatic device connection, Touchpad navigation, Built-in keyboard, Volume adjustment, Power off function

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

**In-app purchases (18)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlimited access | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| Unlimited access | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Unlimited access | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Unlimited access | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Unlimited Access | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Unlimited access | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| FireApp: TV Controller - Show | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| FireApp TV Weekly Trial | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Unlimited access | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Unlimited access | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Unlimited access | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Unlimited access | $8.99 | per 7 days |
| Remote Control for FireApp Now | $9.99 | per month |
| Unlimited access | $9.99 | per year |
| Unlimited access | $19.99 | per year |
| Unlimited access | $29.99 | per year |
| Unlimited access | $39.99 | per year |
| Unlimited access | $49.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 👍 Good remote control
- 👍 Works well

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Doesn't work
- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 🔍 Too many ads
- 🐛 Connection issues

**Reported bugs**

- Freezes and crashes
- Fails to connect to devices

**Requested features**

- Volume control
- Improve compatibility with devices


## Frequently asked questions

### Is N Controller・Smart Game Remote free?

N Controller・Smart Game Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is FireApp free?

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

### Which has better reviews, N Controller・Smart Game Remote or FireApp?

N Controller・Smart Game Remote is rated higher. N Controller・Smart Game Remote averages 4.4 out of 5 from 7 ratings, while FireApp averages 4.3 from 419 ratings.

### Do N Controller・Smart Game Remote or FireApp have ads?

FireApp shows ads; N Controller・Smart Game Remote does not.

### Which is updated more often, N Controller・Smart Game Remote or FireApp?

N Controller・Smart Game Remote ships an update every 31 months, and FireApp every 2 months. Most recently, N Controller・Smart Game Remote was updated on October 9, 2026 and FireApp on October 21, 2026.

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