Comparison

Universal Remote Control vs Universal Fire Smart Remote

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

Head to head
About

Universal Remote Control

Control your streaming devices with a mobile app. Search for content using voice or keyboard, enjoy private listening with headphones, and cast media from your phone to your TV. Access free movies and live TV, and manage your channels.

Highlights
  • Easy-to-use remote control
  • Voice and keyboard search
  • Private listening via headphones
  • Cast media from phone to TV
  • Add and launch channels
  • Text input on streaming device
Features
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Discover the Essential App for Streamers Take your streaming experience to the next level with the free Roku mobile app. Here’s what you can do: -Effortlessly control your Roku devices with a simple, easy-to-use remote -Quickly search for shows and movies using your voice or keyboard -Enjoy private listening by connecting headphones to your phone -Watch free movies, live TV, and more on the go with The Roku Channel -Cast videos, photos, and other media from your phone straight to your TV -Add new channels and launch them instantly from the app -Easily enter text on your Roku device using your phone’s keyboard Subscription Information: - Payment. Charges apply to your iTunes Account at purchase confirmation. - Auto-Renewal. Subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the current period ends. - Renewal Charges. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period, based on the selected plan. - Manage Your Subscription. Go to your Account Settings after purchase to handle auto-renewal and other preferences. Privacy Policy: https://telegra.ph/PrivacyPolicy-Remote-05-08 Terms Of Use: https://telegra.ph/TermsOfUse-Remote-05-08

About

Universal Fire Smart Remote

Stream photos, videos, music, and web content from your device to your Fire TV. Offers full remote control functionality with an on-screen keyboard for easy navigation and text input.

Highlights
  • Fire TV Stick remote control
  • On-screen keyboard for text input
  • Stream photos and videos
  • Cast music and web content
  • Access favorite apps and channels
  • Cloud storage integration
Features
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Stream Your Media Seamlessly to Fire TV Easily stream photos, videos, and more directly from your Camera Roll to your Fire TV. Simply connect your iPhone and TV or media player to the same Wi-Fi network, pair them with a quick and simple setup, and take control with your mobile device. Key Features: * Full-featured Fire TV Stick remote control * On-screen keyboard for easy text input and searches * Instant access to your favorite apps and channels Cast Your Media: * Stream photos and videos from your Camera Roll * Play music from your library * Cast content from Google Drive, Dropbox, or cloud storage * Share web content to your Fire TV Streaming Capabilities: * Music and video streaming * Access live news and sports channels Subscription Information: - Payment. Charges apply to your iTunes Account at purchase confirmation. - Auto-Renewal. Subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the current period ends. - Renewal Charges. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period, based on the selected plan. - Manage Your Subscription. Go to your Account Settings after purchase to handle auto-renewal and other preferences. Privacy Policy: https://telegra.ph/Remote-TV-Privacy-Policy-05-29 Terms Of Use: https://telegra.ph/Remote-TV-Terms-of-Use-05-29

Screenshots

Universal Remote Control4 screens
Universal Fire Smart Remote4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Universal Remote Control at 4.7 against Universal Fire Smart Remote's 4.3. Universal Remote Control also leads on ratings volume (459 vs 101). On price, review sentiment, 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. Universal Remote Control sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days and Universal Fire Smart Remote 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

Universal Remote Control holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 459 and 101 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 0% and 0% positive.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
Universal Remote Control versus Universal Fire Smart Remote: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterUniversal Remote ControlUniversal Fire Smart Remote
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (459 ratings) — better4.3 (101 ratings)
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings459 — better101
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS16.016.0
Further details — not scored
Size33 MB19 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAsmus Smidt,REMILOUIS JEAN MARIE VERGEZ PASCAL

Customer experience

Universal Remote Control

All ratings459 ratings
Positive91.7%
Neutral2.6%
Negative5.7%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Universal Fire Smart Remote

All ratings100 ratings
Positive81.0%
Neutral3.0%
Negative16.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Universal Remote Control

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • Monthly$14.991 Month
  • Yearly$39.991 Year
3 purchases

Universal Fire Smart Remote

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

Questions

Is Universal Remote Control free?
Universal Remote Control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Universal Fire Smart Remote free?
Universal Fire Smart Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Universal Remote Control or Universal Fire Smart Remote?
Universal Remote Control is rated higher. Universal Remote Control averages 4.7 out of 5 from 459 ratings, while Universal Fire Smart Remote averages 4.3 from 101 ratings.
Do Universal Remote Control or Universal Fire Smart Remote have ads?
Neither Universal Remote Control nor Universal Fire Smart Remote shows ads.

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