# Universal Remote TV control* vs Fire Remote

The clearest difference is rating: Universal Remote TV control* at 4.9 against Fire Remote's 1.0. Universal Remote TV control* also leads on monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and ratings volume (13 vs 1). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Universal Remote TV control* sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days and Fire 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.

Universal Remote TV control* holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Universal Remote TV control* has 13 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Universal Remote TV control* | Fire Remote |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.9 (13 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-remote-tv-control/id6773682185/reviews)** | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fire-remote-universal-tv/id6789670626/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **13** | 1 |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Weekly | Weekly |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 113 MB | 39 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [MLKJ](https://appshunter.io/developer/1861669815) | [Mikita Kharoshka](https://appshunter.io/developer/6789670628) |

## What reviewers say

### Universal Remote TV control*

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-remote-tv-control/id6773682185)

Transform your iPhone into a universal TV remote with keyboard and touchpad controls. Easily cast videos and photos to your smart TV, and enjoy seamless one-tap connection. Perfect for managing your entertainment experience.

**Highlights:** Universal TV remote control, Keyboard for search and passwords, Touchpad navigation, Video and photo casting, One-tap Wi-Fi connection, Auto-slideshow for photos

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Start free trial | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Use immediately | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Use immediately | $29.99 | per year |


### Fire Remote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fire-remote-universal-tv/id6789670626)

Transform your iPhone into a universal TV remote. Control Fire TV, Roku, Samsung, LG, and Android TV devices with ease. Stream media, cast content, and mirror your screen directly to your television.

**Highlights:** Universal remote control for multiple TV brands, Trackpad navigation, Voice search functionality, App launcher, Cast photos, videos, and documents, Screen mirroring, IPTV playlist support

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Fire TV Weekly Subscription | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Fire TV Weekly Trial Subscription | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Fire TV Monthly Subscription | $17.99 | per month |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Universal Remote TV control* free?

Universal Remote TV control* is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Fire Remote free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Universal Remote TV control* or Fire Remote?

Universal Remote TV control* is rated higher. Universal Remote TV control* averages 4.9 out of 5 from 13 ratings, while Fire Remote averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Universal Remote TV control* or Fire Remote have ads?

Neither Universal Remote TV control* nor Fire Remote shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Universal Remote TV control* or Fire Remote?

Universal Remote TV control* ships an update weekly, and Fire Remote weekly. Most recently, Universal Remote TV control* was updated on October 20, 2026 and Fire Remote on October 21, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*