Comparison

TV Remote vs Firestick TV Remote Adless

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

Head to head
About

TV Remote

Transform your iPhone into a universal smart TV remote. Control volume, channels, playback, and use your keyboard or voice for searches. Browse and launch TV apps with ease.

Highlights
  • Universal smart TV control
  • Keyboard and voice search
  • App launching
  • Touchpad for LG TVs
  • WiFi connectivity
  • No account required
Features
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Lost the remote? Take back control. Turn your iPhone into a powerful remote control for your smart TV. Change the volume, find your next show and get back to watching. YOUR COUCH. YOUR TV. YOUR RULES. Stop hunting between the cushions. TV Remote puts everyday controls, a keyboard and TV app shortcuts right in your hand. Connect over WiFi, pair your TV and make yourself comfortable. No extra hardware. No account to create. A UNIVERSAL TV REMOTE FOR YOUR EVERYDAY WATCHING • Tap to navigate, adjust volume, change channels and control playback. • Press and hold volume or channel buttons to keep the action going. • Type searches with your iPhone keyboard on supported TVs. • Dictate into supported TV search fields instead of tapping letter by letter. • Swipe and point with the touchpad on compatible LG webOS TVs. • Browse and launch supported apps installed on your TV. • Find your TV over WiFi or add it by IP address, then reconnect for your next session. ONE TV. EVERYDAY CONTROLS. FREE. Use the in-app remote for one TV with advertising. Enjoy supported keyboard, voice input, app launching and LG touchpad features without a subscription. GO PRO ONCE. GET MORE FROM YOUR TV. One purchase unlocks TV Remote Pro: • Remove ads. • Save multiple TVs and switch between rooms. • Customize your TV app shortcut row. • Use Siri and Shortcuts for supported actions on a paired, saved TV. Buy once. No recurring subscription. MADE FOR POPULAR SMART TV PLATFORMS • Samsung TVs running Tizen • LG TVs running webOS • Roku TVs and streaming players • Google TV and Android TV models, including compatible Sony, TCL, Hisense and Philips TVs • Amazon Fire TV devices with ADB debugging enabled • Vizio SmartCast TVs Compatibility and available controls vary by TV platform, model and firmware. Keyboard, voice input, touchpad, app launching and power controls are available where supported. Streaming apps and their content or subscriptions are not included. GET READY IN THREE STEPS 1. Connect your iPhone and TV to the same WiFi network. 2. Find your TV and approve any pairing request on its screen. 3. Open the remote and take control. Remote commands travel directly from your iPhone to your TV over your local network. Optional diagnostic reports help us investigate connection problems and can be turned off in Settings. Download TV Remote and put your next movie night back in your hands. Support: https://tvremote.puresoftltd.com/support Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Firestick TV Remote Adless

Transform your iPhone or iPad into a high-performance remote for compatible smart TVs and streaming devices. Enjoy a refined interface with seamless navigation, fast keyboard input, and reliable connection for everyday use.

Highlights
  • TV remote control
  • Swipe and touchpad navigation
  • Fast keyboard input
  • Directional pad controls
  • Playback controls
  • Streaming app access
  • Automatic device discovery
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The Stick TV Remote. High-Performance Controller: Transform your iPhone or iPad into a convenient remote for compatible smart TV systems and streaming devices. Refined Interface: Clean, modern controls designed for fast navigation and comfortable everyday use. Seamless Navigation: Browse menus, control playback, enter text, and access supported streaming apps from one unified interface. Reliable Connection: Automatically discover compatible devices on your local Wi-Fi network or connect manually using an IP address. KEY FEATURES • TV remote control • Smooth swipe and touchpad navigation • Fast keyboard input from iPhone or iPad • Directional pad with select, back, home, and menu controls • Play, pause, rewind, and fast-forward controls • Quick access to supported streaming apps • Automatic device discovery • Manual IP address connection • Simple pairing and fast reconnection • Optimized for iPhone and iPad EASY CONNECTION Connect your iPhone or iPad and compatible TV streaming device to the same Wi-Fi network. Select the discovered device, complete pairing, and start controlling your TV. If automatic discovery is unavailable, you can connect manually using the device IP address. SMART TV CONTROL Navigate menus, enter text, control playback, switch between supported apps, and manage your TV experience directly from your phone. COMPATIBILITY Designed for compatible TV streaming devices available on the same local Wi-Fi network. Available commands and features may vary depending on the device model, installed applications, software version, and network configuration. Disclaimer: This is an independent application and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by any device manufacturer or service provider. All product names, trademarks, logos, and brands are the property of their respective owners. We are not responsible for third-party products, services, or content.

Screenshots

TV Remote4 screens
Firestick TV Remote Adless4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: TV Remote at 100% against Firestick TV Remote Adless's 50%. TV Remote also leads on rating (5.0 vs 3.4). Firestick TV Remote Adless's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ratings volume (11 vs 2). On price, update cadence, ads and device support 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. TV Remote sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Firestick TV Remote Adless asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

TV Remote holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Firestick TV Remote Adless has 11 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of TV Remote's written reviews are positive against 50% of Firestick TV Remote Adless's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TV Remote ships an update every 4 days, Firestick TV Remote Adless weekly. Both last shipped on October 31, 2026.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
TV Remote versus Firestick TV Remote Adless: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTV RemoteFirestick TV Remote Adless
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings) — better3.4 (11 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings211 — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 days — betterWeekly
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesAd-supported — better
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS17.617.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size41 MB26 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperVietTS CO., LTDPhan Du

Customer experience

TV Remote

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Firestick TV Remote Adless

All ratings11 ratings
Positive27.3%
Neutral63.6%
Negative9.1%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

TV Remote

One-time1
  • TV Remote Pro Lifetime$14.99
None

Firestick TV Remote Adless

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is TV Remote free?
TV Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Firestick TV Remote Adless free?
Firestick TV Remote Adless is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, TV Remote or Firestick TV Remote Adless?
TV Remote is rated higher. TV Remote averages 5.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Firestick TV Remote Adless averages 3.4 from 11 ratings.
Do TV Remote or Firestick TV Remote Adless have ads?
Both TV Remote and Firestick TV Remote Adless show ads.
Which is updated more often, TV Remote or Firestick TV Remote Adless?
TV Remote ships an update every 4 days, and Firestick TV Remote Adless weekly. Most recently, TV Remote was updated on October 31, 2026 and Firestick TV Remote Adless on October 31, 2026.

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