SofaBaton U2 Universal Remote Control with APP, Long Range Infrared, All in One Remote Control, Compatible with Smart TVs/DVD/STB/Projector/Streaming Players/Blu-ray

I had a Logitech Harmony remote, but that one died and the product line was terminated. I did look at Sofabaton a few years ago, but their library did not have all my devices.I saw a positive review from channels I trust, and it was on sale, so I tried again.Today the library of devices is extensive, and the setup was easy. Then came the hard one: my Kodi/Raspberry Pi streamer.No Kodi was listed, but there was a Bluetooth keyboard. Since Kodi has tons of keyboard shortcuts, I tried it. How Bluetooth switches between setup and device control was confusing at first, but once you trust that Sofabaton does it right and you accept to let it go.. it works. I was impressed. The arrow keys worked right away, so I knew success was in my reach. I quickly understood how to remap the keys, a really easy process with minor quirks. I did not originally plan to use Bluetooth, but I am now glad it is there.I also tried the learning mode, and was confused at first. After you realize when to use the Sofabaton or when to use the app, it goes well, is quick and easy.Once I understood how the setup worked, I went for max comfort: how to make the sound level +/- keys always control my AVR (not the selected device) and how to make selection of input really simple.The smart phone app is _really_ good. Even while the Sofabaton features are not as advanced as the Harmony, I was able to achieve a more satisfying result with less effort. You have to repeat some setup for each devices, but you don't have to commit to hours of programming training like you needed to setup the Harmony.The Sofabaton is an impressive combination of simple and flexible. In the end you can do what you want thanks to a very user friendly interface.Some comments refer to Bluetooth not working well. It worked perfectly at first, then I found that it may take one or two touch before it reconnects. A bit annoying but not a huge deal for me.I feel that Sofabaton could improve the product usability by not disconnecting so early on inactivity.. That might be necessary to save battery usage?Last but not least, I no longer get the remote desynchronized on sequences commands (multiple devices) like regularly happened with the Harmony (the Logitech process for resynchronizing is a badly designed, lengthy morasse!).Overall I highly recommend this device.Sofabaton is a Chinese company: this might be a turn off to some. It is still worth it nonetheless.

Had it for about a month now, and I'm not usually into writing reviews, but I'm glad I finally found a decent remote that actually works with my devices. In all fairness, this has been one of the easier remotes to program, and the company has an incredible selection of codes for you to access if IR programming doesn't work. But be ready with your phone in hand, it took me a bit to realize the programming works through an app you download to your phone. The app is a bit confusing (like when you press a button to assign it to a device), so make sure you go through the whole process. We have three devices we control (Roku, Denon and Samsung), and the thumb wheel will become your best friend. I have to admit, it was annoying to push a button and have nothing happen - only to realize I wasn't on the right device (you have to have the device selected). This could become an issue for those like me who want instant gratification, but I've learned to live with it. Overall, I recommend it (five stars if it holds up).EDIT 12/30/24: I meant top get back to this review when my problem started, but the scroll wheel stopped working almost completely about 10 months into owning the remote. This is an issue that other reviewers had commented on, but I hadn't seen. Have to drop it down to two stars for that, and I'm not sure I'd have bought it if I'd seen this issue mentioned.

Interested in this product? Know the facts before you buy (see below)This review is not based on a single use (I purchased 3 of them and all of them perform the same), and is also based on 2 years of use.GOOD:- Has the ability to run multiple devices from a single remote- The configuration of this product is fairly easyBAD:- The IR (infrared) sensor has a very short range and requires the "PERFECT" angle from remote IR sensor to device IR sensor. If you are used to changing the volume while standing off to the side of your TV, you will not get that luxury with this remote. If you are used to changing the volume while in bed, you're getting your ass up and standing in front of the TV.- Multi-taps! This is by far the most annoying behavior of this remote. When pressing the select button you might select the option highlighted on screen, or you may end up 4 selections in. If you click on a category to see your options, half the time it starts a show at random because it multi-taps, so just by clicking category [x] the remote has taken you to the options, chosen the 1st option and pressed play in a single click. Don't even try to type in the on screen key board. Trying to search "Comedy" may get you "Commmm" or "Comm" and when you go to delete the extra "m" now you might have "Com" (if you're lucky) or "Co" or "C" and sometimes it deletes them all and you have to type it all again.- Unresponsive, the remote may take 3 - 5 clicks before it starts recognizing you are trying to use it.Maybe it's because you were not standing in the perfect spot in the room with the remote at exactly 3.58746 feet from the ground and an angle of 32.6587456 degrees to the IR sensor of the receiving device and you just farted so the dust particles are in the air obstructing the view. Or maybe it's because the company did not hire anyone to perform Quality Control. But these are CRAP!