Comparison

Fire Remote vs TV 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

TV Remote

Control your smart TV directly from your iPhone using this universal remote app. It offers a clean interface, simple setup, and supports popular brands for channel changing, volume adjustment, and navigation via a touchpad or directional buttons.

Highlights
  • All-in-one TV remote control
  • Works with popular smart TV brands
  • Simple setup and connection
  • Touchpad and directional navigation
  • Fast keyboard input
  • Launch channels directly
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TV Remote - Easy Universal is an easy-to-use remote control app designed to help you connect and control your Smart TV directly from your iPhone. No more searching for your physical remote. With a clean interface, simple setup flow, and support for popular Smart TV brands and streaming devices, TV Remote - Easy Universal gives you a convenient all-in-one remote experience from your phone. Whether you want to change channels, adjust volume, navigate menus, use a touchpad, launch channels, or control your TV from the couch, this app makes TV control simple, fast, and convenient. TV Remote - Easy Universal works over Wi-Fi. For best results, make sure your iPhone and Smart TV are connected to the same Wi-Fi network. - Main Features *All-in-one TV remote control experience *Works with many popular Smart TV brands and streaming devices *Simple setup and connection flow *Control your TV from your iPhone *Navigate with an easy touchpad *Adjust volume and channels *Use directional buttons for menu control *Launch channels directly from the app *Fast keyboard input for easier searching *Clean and simple remote interface *Designed for everyday home entertainment control - Easy Setup To start using the app: *Connect your iPhone and Smart TV to the same Wi-Fi network *Open TV Remote - Easy Universal *Follow the setup steps *Select or connect your TV *Start controlling your TV from your phone - Premium Access Upgrade to Premium at $9.99 per week to unlock all available features and enjoy the full remote control experience. Premium access may include advanced remote features, unlimited usage, channel control, touchpad control, keyboard input, device connection features, and other premium tools. Subscription details, free trial availability, pricing, and billing period may vary by country or region and will be shown clearly before purchase. Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current billing period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel your subscription at any time in your App Store account settings after purchase. Deleting the app does not cancel an active subscription plan. - Important Disclaimer TV Remote - Easy Universal is an independent application and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, or officially connected with any TV brand, streaming device manufacturer, or platform provider. Compatibility may vary depending on your TV brand, model, software version, region, and network environment. Terms of Use: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1TULzlxIPoaQ3-ywvAu2Se1fHVGqbSCW_SY7wX-z-BE8 Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1N5UyMGfrRUT75WtoRUEDIDHT2DcJBsIgO9WimxNLLY4 Contact: https://forms.gle/519uagRX68MZ5BFM9

Screenshots

Fire Remote4 screens
TV Remote4 screens

Verdict

The call

Fire Remote and TV Remote both sit at 4.5 stars, but that hides the real split: 100% of TV Remote's written reviews are positive against 23% of Fire Remote's. Fire Remote's advantage is ratings volume (523 vs 27). On price, rating, update cadence and ads 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 TV Remote sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $9.99 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 TV Remote. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Fire Remote has 523 ratings behind it against 27, 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 100% of TV Remote's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Fire Remote ships an update every 2 weeks, TV Remote every 6 days. Both last shipped on November 5, 2026.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Fire Remote versus TV Remote: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFire RemoteTV Remote
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (523 ratings)4.6 (27 ratings) — better
Positive reviews23.1% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings523 — better27
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 6 days — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size126 MB20 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperOliaviz GmbHEdgeAI

Customer experience

Fire Remote

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

TV Remote

All ratings27 ratings
Positive92.6%
Neutral0.0%
Negative7.4%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

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
1 purchases

TV Remote

Subscriptions1
  • Start Free Trial3 Days trial$9.997 Days

Questions

Is Fire Remote free?
Fire Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is TV Remote free?
TV Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Fire Remote or TV Remote?
TV Remote is rated higher. Fire Remote averages 4.5 out of 5 from 523 ratings, while TV Remote averages 4.6 from 27 ratings.
Do Fire Remote or TV Remote have ads?
Both Fire Remote and TV Remote show ads.
Which is updated more often, Fire Remote or TV Remote?
Fire Remote ships an update every 2 weeks, and TV Remote every 6 days. Most recently, Fire Remote was updated on November 5, 2026 and TV Remote on November 5, 2026.

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