Comparison

Stick vs Mi Remote

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

Head to head
About

Stick

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
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Stick - Remote Control For TV turns your phone into a simple and easy-to-use remote for your TV. A physical remote is always hard to find, but this one stays in your pocket for the whole time! Key Features: *** - Works with many different TV models: Control your TV easily. It’s simple to switch channels, control audio, and navigate the menu! *** - Touchpad and Joystick on Your Phone: Use your phone's screen as a touchpad or joystick to control the TV. *** - Type and Select with Ease: Comes with a keyboard for typing and numbers for channel control. *** - Simple and User-Friendly: Designed for everyone to use without any hassle. Disclaimer: Stick - Remote Control For TV is NOT the official application for any TV brand, and it is NOT affiliated with or endorsed by any company. Try Stick - Remote Control For TV and make controlling your TV simple and convenient with just your phone! Upgrade to Premium Unlock exclusive features with the Premium version: - No Ads: Enjoy your app experience without any ads. - Smart Keyboard: Easily type and search on your TV using your phone’s keyboard. - Unique App Themes: Personalize your remote with unique custom themes. Subscription Details: Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription with a free trial period will automatically renew to a paid subscription. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period at the rate of the selected plan. Subscriptions and auto-renewal may be managed by going to Account Settings after purchase. You can cancel your subscription or free trial in the iTunes settings at least 24-hours before the end of the free trial period. The cancellation will take effect the day after the last day of the current subscription period and you will be downgraded to the free service. Subscription Options: - Weekly: $6.99 - Annual: $29.99 For other currencies, the price corresponds to the same tier on the App Store Pricing Matrix. Privacy policy: https://aiapps.com.co/privacy-policy/ Terms of use: https://aiapps.com.co/terms/ Contact: support@aiapps.com.co

About

Mi Remote

Transform your iPhone or iPad into a universal TV remote for your Mi TV and MI Box. Control your TV with essential buttons, navigate with a simple interface, and cast photos and videos. Connects via Wi-Fi and offers home screen widgets for convenient access.

Highlights
  • Universal TV remote control
  • Wi-Fi connection
  • Essential TV buttons
  • Cast photos and videos
  • Home screen widgets
  • Ad-free premium option
Features
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Turn your iPhone or iPad into a universal tv remote for your Mi TV & MI Box. Easily control your TV with all the essential buttons, navigate effortlessly with a simple interface, cast photos and videos on your TV using Chromecast technology. This app is simple to connect, works with all OS-based TVs, and offers interactive home screen widgets. Download for free and upgrade to premium version for an ad-free experience and all awesome features! App highlights: - Universal Compatibility: Mi Remote works with all Mi products, as well as a large number of other OS-based TVs. - Wi-Fi Connection: The app connects to your TV over the same Wi-Fi network, eliminating the need for an IR blaster. - Essential Controls: The app provides all necessary remote control buttons, including power, volume, and navigation. - Casting Functionality: Users can cast photos and videos from their iOS or iPadOS device to their TV using built-in Chromecast support. - Widgets: The app includes interactive home screen widgets for quick and easy control. - Freemium Model: The app is free to download and use, with a premium version available for additional features. Disclaimer This is a third-party application and is not officially affiliated with Xiaomi. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1j8izsYp6FSa5871M40oxUJ1Y5xk49nw4/edit?usp=share_link&ouid=107752087148868770802&rtpof=true&sd=true Terms of Use: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HL6g2Mgp9NBcUPtlFqY3kO-ZTUuBCWGr/edit?usp=share_link&ouid=107752087148868770802&rtpof=true&sd=true Contact: sulimaaksanahelp@gmail.com - Pricing in countries may vary and actual charges may be converted to your local currency depending on the country of residence. - Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. - Subscription will be automatically renewed. Auto-renew can be turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. - Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal. - Subscriptions may be managed by you and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's iTunes Account Settings.

Screenshots

Stick4 screens
Mi Remote4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Stick at 16K against Mi Remote's 442. Stick also leads on review sentiment (45% vs 33%). On price, rating, update cadence and ads 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. Stick sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days and Mi Remote sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 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 — 4.5 for Stick against 4.5 for Mi Remote. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Stick has 16K ratings behind it against 442, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 45% of Stick's written reviews are positive against 33% of Mi Remote's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Stick versus Mi Remote: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterStickMi Remote
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (16K ratings)4.5 (442 ratings) — better
Positive reviews45.5% of reviews — better33.1% of reviews
Number of ratings16K — better442
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFreemium
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS16.016.0
Further details — not scored
Size113 MB117 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAPPSPRO LTDAksana Sulima

Customer experience

Stick

All ratings15,832 ratings
Positive86.1%
Neutral3.3%
Negative10.6%
Written reviews770 reviews
Positive45.5%
Neutral3.0%
Negative51.6%

Mi Remote

All ratings416 ratings
Positive88.5%
Neutral3.4%
Negative8.2%
Written reviews142 reviews
Positive33.1%
Neutral1.4%
Negative65.5%

Bugs and requests

Stick

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Doesn't connect to TV
  • Stops working after updates
  • Fails to detect TV on network

Requested features

2 requests
  • Add source/input button
  • Improve compatibility with more TV brands

Mi Remote

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Stick

Subscriptions2
  • Stick - Premium3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • Stick - Premium for One Year$29.991 Year
9 purchases

Mi Remote

Subscriptions7
  • Weekly Special7 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • Free Trial Pro Access3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • Weekly Pro Access$6.997 Days
Show 4 more
  • Weekly Special Pro Access$6.997 Days
  • Yearly Pro Access$19.991 Year
  • Monthly Pro Access$19.991 Month
  • Yearly Pro Access$29.991 Year
One-time2
  • Lifetime Pro Access$9.99
  • Lifetime Pro Access$69.99

Questions

Is Stick free?
Stick is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Mi Remote free?
Mi Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Stick or Mi Remote?
Mi Remote is rated higher. Stick averages 4.5 out of 5 from 16K ratings, while Mi Remote averages 4.5 from 442 ratings.
Do Stick or Mi Remote have ads?
Neither Stick nor Mi Remote shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Stick or Mi Remote?
Stick ships an update every 3 weeks, and Mi Remote every 3 weeks. Most recently, Stick was updated on October 30, 2026 and Mi Remote on October 27, 2026.

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