I would actually recommend replacing more than the controller. Look at one of these - Shield TV - this is the newer version, but I've had one since about 2018 and it hasn't missed a beat.
Agreed. Android boxes are way cheaper. I’m still using a 4 year old mibox s and it works great with the usual streaming apps. The only benefit appletv has is if you want to use airplay or whatever it’s called. I have an iPhone and can still stream Spotify to android with no issues.
There's also another promotion if you own a ps4 or ps5, assuming you haven't used it in the past for an extra subscription by using the Apple TV app on said console.
I'm going to test it out when I get home to see if it works and if it can stack on top of this promotion.