Comparison

Remote Control for FireStick vs ScreenSpy

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

Head to head
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

About

ScreenSpy

Monitor your child's computer activity remotely in real-time. Track websites, apps, and games to ensure their online safety and manage screen time. Easy setup provides peace of mind.

Highlights
  • Real-time remote desktop viewing
  • PC/Mac surveillance
  • Parent remote access
  • Child activity tracking
  • Easy setup
Features
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ScreenSpy shows you what's on your kid's computer screen right now, straight from your phone. Is your child doing homework or playing games? Instead of guessing, tap once and see the actual screen of their Windows PC or Mac in a few seconds. ◆ How it works 1. Install the free ScreenSpy app on the computer: open screenspy.app on the PC or Mac 2. Scan the QR code on the computer screen with this app 3. Tap "Take a screenshot" whenever you want to check ◆ What you get • A screenshot of your kid's PC or Mac screen on demand, from anywhere • Screenshot history grouped by day • Several computers in one app, each with online status • Access for the other parent: connect a second phone to the same computers • Works over the internet, so you don't need to be home or on the same Wi-Fi • Nothing to install on your kid's phone ◆ Made for parents ScreenSpy is a parental control tool for family computers. Use it only on computers you own or manage, and let your children know it's installed. ◆ Subscription ScreenSpy is free to download. Taking screenshots requires a subscription, and new subscribers can start with a free trial. Payment is charged to your Apple ID at confirmation of purchase. The subscription renews automatically unless it is cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel it in your App Store account settings. Terms of use: https://screenspy.app/terms_of_use Privacy policy: https://screenspy.app/privacy_policy

Screenshots

Remote Control for FireStick4 screens
ScreenSpy4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is monetization model: ScreenSpy at free with in-app purchases against Remote Control for FireStick's subscription. ScreenSpy also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months). Remote Control for FireStick's advantage is rating (4.9 vs 4.3) and ratings volume (120 vs 6). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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. Remote Control for FireStick sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days and ScreenSpy sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Remote Control for FireStick holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Remote Control for FireStick has 120 ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Remote Control for FireStick ships an update every 2 months, ScreenSpy fortnightly. Both last shipped on October 30, 2026.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Remote Control for FireStick versus ScreenSpy: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRemote Control for FireStickScreenSpy
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (120 ratings) — better4.3 (6 ratings)
Positive reviews92.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings120 — better6
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationSubscriptionFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.615.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size72 MB34 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAppLiks Sp. z O.O.App Machine SIA

Customer experience

Remote Control for FireStick

All ratings115 ratings
Positive95.7%
Neutral1.7%
Negative2.6%
Written reviews13 reviews
Positive92.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative7.7%

ScreenSpy

All ratings5 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

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
3 purchases

ScreenSpy

Subscriptions2
  • Subscription1 Month trial$4.991 Month
  • Yearly subscription$39.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime access$49.99

Questions

Is Remote Control for FireStick free?
Remote Control for FireStick is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ScreenSpy free?
ScreenSpy is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Remote Control for FireStick or ScreenSpy?
Remote Control for FireStick is rated higher. Remote Control for FireStick averages 4.9 out of 5 from 120 ratings, while ScreenSpy averages 4.3 from 6 ratings.
Do Remote Control for FireStick or ScreenSpy have ads?
Neither Remote Control for FireStick nor ScreenSpy shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Remote Control for FireStick or ScreenSpy?
Remote Control for FireStick ships an update every 2 months, and ScreenSpy fortnightly. Most recently, Remote Control for FireStick was updated on October 30, 2026 and ScreenSpy on October 30, 2026.

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