Comparison

MI Remote・TV Box Controller vs AFS TV Remote

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

Head to head
About

MI Remote・TV Box Controller

Transform your smartphone into a comprehensive remote for your Mi Box. Navigate menus, launch applications, and control playback with ease. Features voice search and a touchpad for enhanced usability.

Highlights
  • Complete remote control functions
  • App management
  • Voice search capabilities
  • Touchpad navigation
  • Quick setup
  • Multi-device support
Features
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Take full control of your Mi Box with the MI Remote Control app, turning your smartphone into a versatile remote. Navigate, launch apps, and manage your entertainment with ease—all from the palm of your hand! Key Features: - Complete Remote Control: Access all essential functions such as volume, power, and navigation buttons to operate your Mi Box smoothly. - App Management: Open, close, and switch between apps on your Mi Box directly from your phone with simple commands. - Voice Search: Use voice commands to quickly find your favorite shows, movies, or apps without typing. - Touchpad Navigation: Enjoy enhanced control with a built-in touchpad for precise navigation and smooth browsing. - Quick & Easy Setup: Pair your phone with your Mi Box in seconds and start managing your TV experience right away. - Multi-Device Support: Easily switch between multiple Mi Box devices if you have more than one. Disclaimer: This app is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or authorized by Xiaomi. It is an independent tool designed to enhance your control over your Mi Box device. Download now and enjoy seamless, convenient control over your Mi Box! Payment will be charged to the credit card connected to your iTunes Account when you confirm the initial subscription purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current subscription period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and the cost of the renewal will be identified. You may manage your subscription and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to your Account Settings after the purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription, where applicable. The App offers auto-renewing subscriptions to provide you with unlimited access to all features with no limits while you maintain an active subscription. Terms of Use: https://1drv.ms/w/s!AuLKRnT6jIVOa5TvWWveRZSYloY?e=5kMchd Privacy Policy: https://1drv.ms/w/s!AuLKRnT6jIVObPszqzm_FWKpqFs?e=kdpZPd

About

AFS TV Remote

Transform your smartphone into a powerful remote control for your streaming devices. Easily manage playback, navigate menus, and enter text with an intuitive interface. It's a convenient solution for controlling your home entertainment from your phone.

Highlights
  • Full remote control (power, volume, navigation)
  • Quick access to apps and streaming services
  • On-screen keyboard for text entry
  • Smooth Wi-Fi connection
  • User-friendly interface
  • Replacement for lost physical remotes
Features
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Turn your phone into a convenient remote for your streaming device and enjoy easy control of your home entertainment in one place. Quickly access playback, navigation, and key device functions through a simple and intuitive interface designed for everyday use. Key Features: - Full remote control for power, volume, and navigation - Easy access to installed apps and streaming services - On-screen keyboard for fast text entry and searching - Smooth Wi‑Fi connection for quick setup and responsive control - User-friendly layout for effortless daily use - Handy replacement when your physical remote is misplaced or out of reach Enjoy a simpler way to control your streaming experience and manage your favorite content from your phone with ease. Payment will be charged to the credit card connected to your iTunes Account when you confirm the initial subscription purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current subscription period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and the cost of the renewal will be identified. You may manage your subscription and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to your Account Settings after the purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription, where applicable. Terms of Use & Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/11N_HJ0iPe3LJ-oOXw4zsKF3veEguSIFPXaeMckX9CPA/edit?usp=sharing https://docs.google.com/document/d/10nIXH5CYZV7ak677ePa4g-lKAnlDKCkH3v66Flc1bxo/edit?usp=sharing

Screenshots

MI Remote・TV Box Controller3 screens
AFS TV Remote4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: MI Remote・TV Box Controller at monthly against AFS TV Remote's every 4 months. AFS TV Remote's advantage is ratings volume (846 vs 172). On price, rating, review sentiment 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. MI Remote・TV Box Controller sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and AFS TV Remote sells 9 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 — 4.4 for MI Remote・TV Box Controller against 4.5 for AFS TV Remote. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 172 and 846 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 42% of MI Remote・TV Box Controller's written reviews are positive against 43% of AFS TV Remote's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MI Remote・TV Box Controller ships an update monthly, AFS TV Remote every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
MI Remote・TV Box Controller versus AFS TV Remote: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMI Remote・TV Box ControllerAFS TV Remote
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (172 ratings)4.5 (846 ratings) — better
Positive reviews41.7% of reviews43.5% of reviews — better
Number of ratings172846 — better
Update frequencyMonthly — betterEvery 4 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS17.017
Further details — not scored
Size118 MB79 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJacob MitchellJeroen Bakker

Customer experience

MI Remote・TV Box Controller

All ratings140 ratings
Positive83.6%
Neutral3.6%
Negative12.9%
Written reviews24 reviews
Positive41.7%
Neutral4.2%
Negative54.2%

AFS TV Remote

All ratings846 ratings
Positive86.4%
Neutral4.1%
Negative9.5%
Written reviews23 reviews
Positive43.5%
Neutral4.3%
Negative52.2%

In-app purchases

10 purchases

MI Remote・TV Box Controller

Subscriptions8
  • Controller$4.997 Days
  • MI Remote TV Box Controller3 Days trial$5.997 Days
  • MI Remote TV Box Control App$5.997 Days
Show 5 more
  • MI Remote・Device Remote3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • TV$7.997 Days
  • MI Remote・Home Control App$7.997 Days
  • MI Remote・Smart TV Control3 Days trial$7.997 Days
  • MI Remote・Device Control App$29.991 Year
One-time2
  • TV Controller・MI Remote$9.99
  • Device Control App$9.99
9 purchases

AFS TV Remote

Subscriptions9
  • Fire Stick Smart Controller$5.997 Days
  • Fire Stick TV Remote Universal3 Days trial$5.997 Days
  • Fire Stick TV Remote Universal3 Days trial$6.997 Days
Show 6 more
  • Fire Stick Smart Controller3 Days trial$7.997 Days
  • Fire Stick Smart Controller$7.997 Days
  • Fire Stick TV Remote Universal3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Fire Stick Smart Controller$19.991 Month
  • Fire Stick Smart Controller3 Days trial$29.991 Month
  • Fire Stick TV Remote Universal$39.991 Year

Questions

Is MI Remote・TV Box Controller free?
MI Remote・TV Box Controller is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is AFS TV Remote free?
AFS TV Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, MI Remote・TV Box Controller or AFS TV Remote?
AFS TV Remote is rated higher. MI Remote・TV Box Controller averages 4.4 out of 5 from 172 ratings, while AFS TV Remote averages 4.5 from 846 ratings.
Do MI Remote・TV Box Controller or AFS TV Remote have ads?
Neither MI Remote・TV Box Controller nor AFS TV Remote shows ads.
Which is updated more often, MI Remote・TV Box Controller or AFS TV Remote?
MI Remote・TV Box Controller ships an update monthly, and AFS TV Remote every 4 months. Most recently, MI Remote・TV Box Controller was updated on November 4, 2026 and AFS TV Remote on November 5, 2026.

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