Comparison

Stick Master vs Tap Beacon

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

Head to head
About

Stick Master

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
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Stick Master - Remote Control Transform your smartphone into a stylish remote for your TV with Stick Master! No more hunting for physical remotes—enjoy effortless control right from your pocket. Key Features: - Wide Compatibility:Easily manage and Samsung TVs. Switch channels, adjust the volume, and navigate menus with simplicity. - Touchpad & Joystick Functionality:Use your phone’s screen as a dynamic touchpad or joystick for smooth navigation. - Integrated Keyboard:Quickly type and select channels with the built-in keyboard for instant access. Simplify your TV control experience with Stick Master - Remote Control. Elevate your viewing convenience today! Upgrade to Premium: - No Ads and Limits - Unlimited Control - Touchpad / Keyboard Subscription Details: Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription with a 3 days 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: $3.99 - Lifetime: $24.99 For other currencies, the price corresponds to the same tier on the App Store Pricing Matrix. With Stick Master, control experience will be easier and more enjoyable! Privacy Policy: https://stick-master.notion.site/Privacy-Policy-1251a2f92b8c804a96e6c1d4b48b41da Terms & Conditions: https://stick-master.notion.site/Terms-Conditions-1251a2f92b8c8062962cf05d9121c79a Support: https://stick-master.notion.site/Support-1251a2f92b8c806ea09dd9ee73ebaa55v

About

Tap Beacon

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Tap Beacon makes sharing your live location fast and reliable—no accounts, no sign-in. What you can do * Tap to send: Compose an SMS with your live location link in one tap. Or share via the system Share Sheet. * Groups: Organize recipients (family, friends, colleagues) and reuse them anytime. * Message templates: Save common messages so sending is even faster. * Emergency SOS: One-tap SOS uses your SOS template and default group. (You can choose the group in Settings.) * History logs: See when and where you sent messages (stored securely on your device). Pro (one-time purchase) * Safe Walk: Background check-ins with gentle reminders at intervals (1, 5, 7, 10, 15 minutes). * Unlimited groups & templates * No ads Privacy * Your location and message history stay on your device. * We do not run accounts or a cloud service. * Location and Notification permissions are only used to build messages and schedule Safe Walk reminders. Notes * Tap Beacon is not a substitute for emergency services. Call your local emergency number when needed. *Support* Questions or feedback? We’d love to hear from you. https://ujjeong-official.github.io/ *Terms of Use* https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Stick Master4 screens
Tap Beacon4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Tap Beacon at none against Stick Master's shown. Tap Beacon also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs every 3 months). Stick Master's advantage is iOS requirement (16.4 vs 18.2). On price, 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. Stick Master sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days and Tap Beacon sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Stick Master ships an update every 3 months, Tap Beacon every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Stick Master versus Tap Beacon: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterStick MasterTap Beacon
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.9 (82 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews9.1% of reviews—
Number of ratings82 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 4 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS16.4 — better18.2
Further details — not scored
Size31 MB8 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMiroslav CiubinidzeUI JIN JEONG

Bugs and requests

Stick Master

Reported bugs

9 issues
  • 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
Show 4 more
  • Connection error when selecting TV
  • LG remote doesn't work
  • Failed to connect
  • No Russian language support

Requested features

2 requests
  • Need to connect when TV is off
  • Need to connect when phone is off

Tap Beacon

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Stick Master

Subscriptions1
  • Stick Master - Weekly3 Days trial$3.997 Days
One-time1
  • Stick Master - Lifetime$29.99
1 purchases

Tap Beacon

One-time1
  • TapBeacon Pro$4.99

Questions

Is Stick Master free?
Stick Master is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Tap Beacon free?
Tap Beacon is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Stick Master or Tap Beacon have ads?
Stick Master shows ads; Tap Beacon does not.
Which is updated more often, Stick Master or Tap Beacon?
Stick Master ships an update every 3 months, and Tap Beacon every 4 days. Most recently, Stick Master was updated on November 4, 2026 and Tap Beacon on October 28, 2026.

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