Comparison

Fire Remote vs Universal Remote™

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

Head to head
About

Fire Remote

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
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Turn your iPhone or iPad into a convenient Fire Remote and Fire Stick Remote alternative for compatible streaming devices and smart TVs. This easy-to-use TV remote control app lets you navigate menus, adjust volume, control playback, and search for your favorite content without a physical remote. With smart touchpad navigation, a built-in keyboard, screen mirroring, and TV casting, enjoy convenient control and entertainment from one app. Main Features: ◉ Fire Remote & Fire Stick Remote Control - Use your iPhone or iPad as a remote for compatible Fire TV devices - Control supported streaming devices without a physical remote - Navigate menus, browse content, and access essential remote functions - Enjoy convenient TV remote control for everyday streaming - Easily manage entertainment with intuitive remote buttons ◉ Universal Smart TV Remote - Control compatible smart TVs and streaming devices - Navigate menus with an easy-to-use remote layout - Adjust volume and manage playback controls - Access essential TV remote functions in one place - Enjoy a convenient alternative to traditional remote controls ◉ Smart Touchpad Navigation - Swipe and tap to navigate your TV interface - Browse menus and streaming content with ease - Enjoy intuitive touchpad control - Switch between traditional remote buttons and touchpad navigation ◉ TV Remote Keyboard & Easy Search - Use your iPhone keyboard for convenient text input - Search for movies, TV shows, and videos more easily - Type faster without using an on-screen TV keyboard - Simplify text entry on compatible TV devices ◉ Media Playback Control - Play, pause, rewind, and manage media playback - Adjust volume and control supported TV channels - Navigate streaming content with essential remote buttons - Keep important playback functions within easy reach ◉ Screen Mirroring & TV Casting - Mirror supported content from your iPhone or iPad to a compatible TV - Share photos, videos, and presentations on a bigger screen - Cast supported online YouTube videos to your smart TV - Enjoy convenient wireless screen sharing and media casting ◉ Fast Wi-Fi Connection - Discover compatible TVs and streaming devices - Connect your phone and TV through the same Wi-Fi network - Pair with supported devices in a few simple steps - Access your TV remote controls whenever you need them Why Choose This Remote App? Whether you need a Fire Stick Remote alternative, a remote for your streaming device, or a universal remote control for your smart TV, this app makes everyday entertainment easier. - Convenient remote control from your iPhone or iPad - Easy navigation for compatible streaming devices - Smart touchpad and keyboard for comfortable browsing - Essential playback, volume, and TV controls - Screen mirroring and casting for supported devices - Simple interface for everyday streaming Enjoy a more convenient TV remote experience with one app designed for easy control, comfortable navigation, and home entertainment. Subscription information: Premium features may be available through weekly, yearly, or lifetime plans. Pricing is shown in the app before purchase. Subscription Renewal: Your premium subscription will automatically renew unless you cancel it within 24 hours before the current subscription period ends. The subscription fee will be deducted from your account at the beginning of each subscription period. This app is not affiliated with or endorsed by any third-party device brand. Terms of Use: https://oliaviz.com/terms Privacy Policy: https://oliaviz.com/privacy

About

Universal Remote™

Transform your phone into a smart TV remote. Control various TV brands, navigate menus, use voice search, and cast content from your device to the big screen. Features include a touchpad, keyboard input, and one-tap app launching.

Highlights
  • Smart TV remote control
  • Wi-Fi network connection
  • Touchpad navigation
  • Voice search functionality
  • One-tap app launching
  • Cast photos, videos, and music
Features
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Universal Remote™ -TV Controlis your ultimate all-in-one smart controller, screen mirroring, and media casting assistant. Turn your iPhone into a powerful universal TV remote and never search for a lost physical remote again. WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT: One Universal Remote for Everything Control your Roku TV, Samsung, LG, Sony, Vizio, TCL, Hisense, and more directly from your phone. Whether you use an Amazon Firestick, Fire TV, or Android TV, simply connect to the same Wi-Fi network, and your phone instantly becomes a fully functional smart controller. Simple Setup, Instant Connection No infrared blaster or pairing codes needed. Open the app, and it automatically detects your smart TV over Wi-Fi for an instant connection. Advanced Screen Mirroring & Cast - Screen Mirroring: Mirror your phone screen to the TV in real-time — ideal for presentations, gaming, and sharing memories. - Media Casting: Cast photos, play family videos, or stream music from your phone to the big screen. Full Control at Your Fingertips - Complete Remote Functions: Easily adjust volume, switch channels, power on/off, and navigate menus. - Touchpad Mode: Browse menus smoothly using laptop-style touchpad navigation. - Quick Keyboard Input: Type searches and passwords with your phone's keyboard — so much faster than on-screen TV keyboards. - Voice Search: Find your favorite shows and movies using quick voice commands. - One-Tap App Launch: Open streaming apps like YouTube, Netflix, Hulu, and others directly from the remote interface. SUPPORTED TV BRANDS & DEVICES Roku TV & Streaming Players, Samsung, LG, Sony, Amazon Fire TV & Firestick, TCL, Hisense, Vizio, Sharp, RCA, Toshiba, Philips, Panasonic, Insignia, Element, and more. HOW IT WORKS 1. Make sure your iPhone and TV are connected to the same Wi-Fi network. 2. Open the app — it will automatically scan and find your TV. 3. Select your TV brand and start controlling instantly. DISCLAIMER This app is a third-party tool and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or associated with Roku, Samsung, LG, Sony, Amazon, or any other TV brands listed above. SUBSCRIPTION INFO Some features require a premium subscription. Payment will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel subscriptions anytime in your iTunes account settings. Privacy Policy: http://urc.visonxy.com/#/privacy Terms of Use: http://urc.visonxy.com/#/agreement Need help? Contact us at: support@jywfx.cn

Screenshots

Fire Remote4 screens
Universal Remote™4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Universal Remote™ at none against Fire Remote's shown. Universal Remote™ also leads on review sentiment (50% vs 23%). Fire Remote's advantage is ratings volume (523 vs 91). On price, rating, update cadence 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. Fire Remote sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days and Universal Remote™ sells 5 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 Fire Remote against 4.6 for Universal Remote™. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Fire Remote has 523 ratings behind it against 91, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 23% of Fire Remote's written reviews are positive against 50% of Universal Remote™'s.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Fire Remote ships an update every 2 weeks, Universal Remote™ fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Fire Remote versus Universal Remote™: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFire RemoteUniversal Remote™
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (523 ratings)4.6 (91 ratings) — better
Positive reviews23.1% of reviews50.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings523 — better91
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterFortnightly
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size126 MB158 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperOliaviz GmbHVISONXY LIMITED

Customer experience

Fire Remote

All ratings517 ratings
Positive87.8%
Neutral2.5%
Negative9.7%
Written reviews13 reviews
Positive23.1%
Neutral15.4%
Negative61.5%

Universal Remote™

All ratings91 ratings
Positive91.2%
Neutral2.2%
Negative6.6%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

In-app purchases

7 purchases

Fire Remote

Subscriptions6
  • Universal Remote Weekly Premium7 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • Universal Remote Weekly Premium3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • Universal Remote Weekly Premium$6.997 Days
Show 3 more
  • Universal Remote Weekly Premium3 Days trial3 variants$9.997 Days
  • Universal Remote Yearly Premium3 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • Universal Remote Yearly Premium$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • Universal Remote Lifetime Premium2 variants$29.99
5 purchases

Universal Remote™

Subscriptions5
  • Weekly Membership$6.997 Days
  • Weekly Membership3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • Weekly Membership3 Days trial$8.997 Days
Show 2 more
  • Annual Membership$29.991 Year
  • Annual Membership3 Days trial$29.991 Year

Questions

Is Fire Remote free?
Fire Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Universal Remote™ free?
Universal Remote™ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Fire Remote or Universal Remote™?
Universal Remote™ is rated higher. Fire Remote averages 4.5 out of 5 from 523 ratings, while Universal Remote™ averages 4.6 from 91 ratings.
Do Fire Remote or Universal Remote™ have ads?
Fire Remote shows ads; Universal Remote™ does not.
Which is updated more often, Fire Remote or Universal Remote™?
Fire Remote ships an update every 2 weeks, and Universal Remote™ fortnightly. Most recently, Fire Remote was updated on November 5, 2026 and Universal Remote™ on October 31, 2026.

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