Comparison

Smart Remote Control for TVs 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

Smart Remote Control for TVs

Transform your smartphone into a universal remote for your smart TV. Control Sony, TCL, Philips, Hisense, Sharp, and other brands with an intuitive interface. Navigate your TV faster and more conveniently than ever before.

Highlights
  • Smartphone as TV remote
  • Control multiple smart TV brands
  • Intuitive user interface
  • Centralized command control
  • Faster navigation
Features
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One of the main goals of Smart Remote is to provide users with unparalleled flexibility when using their Sony, TCL, Philips, Hisense, Sharp and other smart TVs. Instead of relying on a traditional remote control, this app transforms your smartphone into a fully integrated control unit. All commands are centralized, and thanks to its intuitive interface, mastering the basic functions takes only moments — making navigation faster, easier, and more convenient than ever before.

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

Smart Remote Control for TVs4 screens
Remote Control for FireStick4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is monetization model: Smart Remote Control for TVs at free with in-app purchases against Remote Control for FireStick's subscription. Remote Control for FireStick's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (92% vs 83%). On price, rating, update cadence and in-app purchases 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. Smart Remote Control for TVs sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 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.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Smart Remote Control for TVs against 4.9 for Remote Control for FireStick. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 24 and 115 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 83% of Smart Remote Control for TVs's written reviews are positive against 92% of Remote Control for FireStick's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Smart Remote Control for TVs ships an update every 5 weeks, Remote Control for FireStick every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 20, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Smart Remote Control for TVs versus Remote Control for FireStick: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSmart Remote Control for TVsRemote Control for FireStick
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (24 ratings)4.9 (115 ratings) — better
Positive reviews83.3% of reviews92.3% of reviews — better
Number of ratings24115 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.015.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size44 MB72 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDREAMTEAM APPS sp. z o.o.AppLiks Sp. z O.O.

Customer experience

Smart Remote Control for TVs

All ratings24 ratings
Positive95.8%
Neutral0.0%
Negative4.2%
Written reviews6 reviews
Positive83.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative16.7%

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

3 purchases

Smart Remote Control for TVs

Subscriptions3
  • 1 Week Premium Access$0.997 Days
  • 1 Week Premium with Trial3 Days trial$0.997 Days
  • 1 Year Premium$6.991 Year
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 Smart Remote Control for TVs free?
Smart Remote Control for TVs 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, Smart Remote Control for TVs or Remote Control for FireStick?
Remote Control for FireStick is rated higher. Smart Remote Control for TVs averages 4.8 out of 5 from 24 ratings, while Remote Control for FireStick averages 4.9 from 115 ratings.
Do Smart Remote Control for TVs or Remote Control for FireStick have ads?
Smart Remote Control for TVs shows ads; Remote Control for FireStick does not.
Which is updated more often, Smart Remote Control for TVs or Remote Control for FireStick?
Smart Remote Control for TVs ships an update every 5 weeks, and Remote Control for FireStick every 2 months. Most recently, Smart Remote Control for TVs was updated on September 20, 2026 and Remote Control for FireStick on September 21, 2026.

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