# Fire Remote vs TV Remote Control · Universal

The clearest difference is ads: TV Remote Control · Universal at none against Fire Remote's shown. TV Remote Control · Universal also leads on chart position (#26 vs unranked) and ratings volume (1.6K vs 523). Fire Remote's advantage is rating (4.5 vs 4.3) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Fire Remote sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days and TV Remote Control · Universal sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Fire Remote holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 523 and 1.6K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 23% of Fire Remote's written reviews are positive against 17% of TV Remote Control · Universal's.

Fire Remote ships an update every 2 weeks, TV Remote Control · Universal every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on November 5, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Fire Remote | TV Remote Control · Universal |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (523 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fire-remote-smart-tv-remote/id6751626729/reviews)** | [4.3 (1.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-control-universal/id6757016336/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 523 | **1.6K** |
| Positive reviews | **23.1% of reviews** | 17.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#26** |
| Size | 126 MB | 24 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Oliaviz GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/1836107731) | [TrustOneApps L.L.C-FZ](https://appshunter.io/developer/1836507141) |

## What reviewers say

### Fire Remote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fire-remote-smart-tv-remote/id6751626729)

Transform your iPhone or iPad into a smart TV remote. Control compatible streaming devices and smart TVs with features like touchpad navigation, a keyboard for easy searching, and media playback controls. It also supports screen mirroring and TV casting for a comprehensive entertainment experience.

**Highlights:** Fire TV and Fire Stick remote control, Universal smart TV remote, Smart touchpad navigation, Built-in keyboard for easy search, Media playback control, Screen mirroring and TV casting, Fast Wi-Fi connection

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Universal Remote Weekly Premium | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Universal Remote Weekly Premium | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Universal Remote Weekly Premium | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Universal Remote Weekly Premium | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Universal Remote Yearly Premium | $29.99 | per year |
| Universal Remote Yearly Premium | $29.99 | per year |
| Universal Remote Lifetime Premium | $29.99 | one-time |


### TV Remote Control · Universal

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-control-universal/id6757016336)

**Currently charting:** #26 Top Free · Utilities, #63 Top Grossing · Utilities (US App Store)

Transform your iPhone into a smart and reliable TV remote. Control channels, volume, and navigation effortlessly over Wi-Fi. Works with most smart TV brands without needing extra hardware.

**Highlights:** Instant TV control over Wi-Fi, Intuitive and user-friendly interface, Wide compatibility with smart TV brands, No additional hardware required, Control multiple TVs, Always available when needed

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Weekly Trial | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Yearly | $35.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Fire Remote free?

Fire Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is TV Remote Control · Universal free?

TV Remote Control · Universal is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Fire Remote or TV Remote Control · Universal?

Fire Remote is rated higher. Fire Remote averages 4.5 out of 5 from 523 ratings, while TV Remote Control · Universal averages 4.3 from 1.6K ratings.

### Do Fire Remote or TV Remote Control · Universal have ads?

Fire Remote shows ads; TV Remote Control · Universal does not.

### Which is updated more often, Fire Remote or TV Remote Control · Universal?

Fire Remote ships an update every 2 weeks, and TV Remote Control · Universal every 3 weeks. Most recently, Fire Remote was updated on November 5, 2026 and TV Remote Control · Universal on November 5, 2026.

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