Comparison

AFS TV Remote vs Authenticator

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

Head to head
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

About

Authenticator

This app provides two-factor authentication to secure your online accounts. It generates time-based one-time passwords for various services, offering features like cloud backup, biometric protection, and offline code generation. Protect your digital life with this reliable and user-friendly security solution.

Highlights
  • Time-based one-time passwords (TOTP)
  • Secure cloud backup and sync
  • Biometric and PIN protection
  • QR code scanner for setup
  • Offline code generation
  • Support for multiple accounts
Features
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Accurate verification codes that refresh on time, even offline. Import from Google Authenticator in a minute and keep your accounts in sync with iCloud. Keep everyday sign-ins simple, with your codes and passwords in one place. - Generate TOTP codes with 6, 7 or 8 digits, SHA1, SHA256 or SHA512, and 30- or 60-second intervals. - Import from Google Authenticator using its Transfer accounts QR codes, including transfers split across several QR codes. You can also select QR screenshots from Photos. - Scan otpauth QR codes from websites or enter a secret key manually. - Sync and back up with iCloud. Secrets are encrypted; protect access with Face ID or a passcode. - Find accounts quickly with folders, favorites, color labels and search. - Generate and store passwords, and use the built-in private browser. - Enjoy a native layout on iPhone and iPad, an iPad sidebar and the Liquid Glass design on iOS 26. - Generate verification codes without an internet connection. Authenticator+ unlocks full access to code management, iCloud sync and backup, password tools and the private browser. Choose a weekly subscription with a 3-day free trial, or a monthly or yearly subscription. Payment is charged to your Apple ID at purchase confirmation, or when the free trial ends. Your subscription auto-renews unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. To avoid a charge, cancel the trial at least 24 hours before it ends. Manage or cancel your subscription in Settings. Terms: https://telegra.ph/Terms-of-Use-07-14 Privacy: https://telegra.ph/Privacy-Policy-07-14-56

Screenshots

AFS TV Remote4 screens
Authenticator4 screens

Verdict

The call

AFS TV Remote and Authenticator both sit at 4.5 stars, but that hides the real split: 43% of AFS TV Remote's written reviews are positive against 0% of Authenticator's. AFS TV Remote also leads on ratings volume (846 vs 61). Authenticator's advantage is update cadence (every 3 days vs every 4 months). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases 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. AFS TV Remote sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days and Authenticator sells 3 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 AFS TV Remote against 4.5 for Authenticator. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: AFS TV Remote has 846 ratings behind it against 61, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 43% of AFS TV Remote's written reviews are positive against 0% of Authenticator's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

AFS TV Remote ships an update every 4 months, Authenticator every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
AFS TV Remote versus Authenticator: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAFS TV RemoteAuthenticator
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (846 ratings)4.5 (61 ratings)
Positive reviews43.5% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings846 — better61
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS1716.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size79 MB29 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJeroen BakkerDEDUSHKA DEVELOPMENT - FZCO

Customer experience

AFS TV Remote

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

Authenticator

All ratings61 ratings
Positive86.9%
Neutral1.6%
Negative11.5%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

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
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  • 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
3 purchases

Authenticator

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • Monthly$19.991 Month
  • Yearly$49.991 Year

Questions

Is AFS TV Remote free?
AFS TV Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Authenticator free?
Authenticator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, AFS TV Remote or Authenticator?
AFS TV Remote and Authenticator are both rated 4.5 out of 5 on the App Store, from 846 and 61 ratings respectively.
Do AFS TV Remote or Authenticator have ads?
Neither AFS TV Remote nor Authenticator shows ads.
Which is updated more often, AFS TV Remote or Authenticator?
AFS TV Remote ships an update every 4 months, and Authenticator every 3 days. Most recently, AFS TV Remote was updated on November 4, 2026 and Authenticator on November 5, 2026.

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