# Stick vs Stick Master

The clearest difference is rating: Stick at 4.5 against Stick Master's 3.9. Stick also leads on review sentiment (45% vs 9%) and ads (none vs shown). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Stick sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days and Stick Master sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Stick holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Stick has 16K ratings behind it against 83, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 45% of Stick's written reviews are positive against 9% of Stick Master's.

Stick ships an update every 3 weeks, Stick Master every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and October 22, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Stick | Stick Master |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (16K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stick-remote-control-for-tv/id6470928223/reviews)** | [3.9 (83 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stick-master-remote-control/id6736367450/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **16K** | 83 |
| Positive reviews | **45.4% of reviews** | 9.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 113 MB | 31 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 16.4 |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [APPSPRO LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1852212807) | [Miroslav Ciubinidze](https://appshunter.io/developer/1795058472) |

## What reviewers say

### Stick

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stick-remote-control-for-tv/id6470928223)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Stick - Premium | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Stick - Premium for One Year | $29.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Quick connection
- 💡 Useful for lost remotes
- 🆓 Free with no ads

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Connectivity issues
- ⚠️ Paid version required for full functionality
- 🔌 Disconnects when switching apps

**Reported bugs**

- Doesn't connect to TV
- Stops working after updates
- Fails to detect TV on network

**Requested features**

- Add source/input button
- Improve compatibility with more TV brands


### Stick Master

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stick-master-remote-control/id6736367450)

Turn your smartphone into a versatile TV remote. Easily control channels, volume, and navigate menus with a touchpad, joystick, and keyboard. Offers wide compatibility for a seamless viewing experience.

**Highlights:** Smartphone TV remote, Wide compatibility, Touchpad navigation, Joystick control, Integrated keyboard, Channel and volume adjustment

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Stick Master - Weekly | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Stick Master - Lifetime | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Better than manufacturer remote
- 👍 Good when it works

**What reviewers complain about**

- ❌ Doesn't work
- ❌ Charges without subscription
- ❌ App ghost
- ❌ Overpriced
- ❌ Paid but still ads

**Reported bugs**

- App doesn't work
- App asks to buy premium constantly
- App debited money without use
- App doesn't connect to TV
- App shows ads even after payment

**Requested features**

- Need to connect when TV is off
- Need to connect when phone is off


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Stick free?

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

### Is Stick Master free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Stick or Stick Master?

Stick is rated higher. Stick averages 4.5 out of 5 from 16K ratings, while Stick Master averages 3.9 from 83 ratings.

### Do Stick or Stick Master have ads?

Stick Master shows ads; Stick does not.

### Which is updated more often, Stick or Stick Master?

Stick ships an update every 3 weeks, and Stick Master every 3 months. Most recently, Stick was updated on October 28, 2026 and Stick Master on October 22, 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.*