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Rating 4.1 out of 5 stars with 265 reviews

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    Rating 4.2 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.3 out of 5 stars

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81%would recommend to a friend

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Customers recognize the 8-Device Backlit Universal Remote as being easy to use and compatible with multiple devices. The backlit feature is also frequently praised. However, some users find the button size and programming process challenging, with a few noting difficulty with the instructions.

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  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Only one device

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It only works for my samsung tv. It wont work for my dish or my samsung surround sound

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from InsigniaCustomerSupport
      Posted .

      Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback regarding the Insignia™ 8-Device Backlit Universal Remote. We are sorry to hear that you are experiencing difficulties with programming the remote for your Dish and Samsung surround sound system.

      Our goal is to ensure that our products meet your needs and expectations. We understand that setting up a universal remote can sometimes be challenging due to compatibility issues. We recommend checking the user manual for specific programming instructions for your devices, as well as ensuring that your devices are compatible with the remote. Additionally, you might find helpful resources on our website that can assist with troubleshooting and setup.

      If you continue to encounter issues, please don't hesitate to reach out to our customer support team. We are here to help you resolve any problems and ensure you get the most out of your remote.

      Thank you for choosing Insignia, and we appreciate your feedback! BBY-ExBrand_Insignia

  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    You almost get what you pay for.

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It broke so fast. Unfortunately does not seem to be a well made product.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from InsigniaCustomerSupport
      Posted .

      Hi,

      We appreciate your feedback about this product. It is helpful so we can continue to make great products for our valued customers like you. If there is anything that we can assist you with, please contact us at (877) 467-4289 for further assistance.

      Insignia Support
      https://www.bestbuy.com/site/brands/best-buy-brands/pcmcat1596746025285.c?id=pcmcat1596746025285 BBY-ExBrand_Insignia

  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Best Buy return policy fail

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This remote did not work with my TV. I didn’t immediately test it to learn this. By the time I did, Best Buy would not accept the return. The store allows only 2 weeks from time of purchase to return an item. That is a ridiculously short time period in our busy lives.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    FRUSTRATION! The next time I would pay the $100 :(

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It took me FOREVER to finally figure out I had to tell it I was on a Theater system when I'm not before I could make sense of this so called universal remote. It only gave options for hdml 1 2 3 4 when all I wanted was DirectTV without finally calling it a Theater TV.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from InsigniaCustomerSupport
      Posted .

      Hello there,

      Thank you for taking the time to review our Insignia™ - 8-Device Backlit Universal Remote - Black. I understand that can certainly be frustrating. But, we would be happy to troubleshoot it and check your options for you. Please, use the link below to reach us at your earliest convenience.

      Insignia Support
      Shella
      https://www.bestbuy.com/site/brands/best-buy-brands/pcmcat1596746025285.c?id=pcmcat1596746025285 BBY-ExBrand_Insignia

  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Don't bother

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Spent a lot of time trying to program this remote, but to no avail! It's either too complicated or ( and I think this is the problem) it just does not work. Useless piece of you know what. Stay away!!!!

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from InsigniaCustomerSupport
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      Hi Marc,

      One o our priorities is to hear your feedback about our product. Hering your feedback about this remote is really important to us so we will be able to know how to keep improving the quality of this remote and its efficiency. If you need further assistance, please contact us at (877) 467-4289 for further assistance.

      Insignia Support
      https://www.bestbuy.com/site/brands/best-buy-brands/pcmcat1596746025285.c?id=pcmcat1596746025285 BBY-ExBrand_Insignia

  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Can't be programmed

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Tried everything and the remote activity buttons cannot be programmed. The so called manual is a complete waste. In fact, this was the worst possible remote to purchase as a replacement for my Logitech 650.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Not a great remote.

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Claims it works on all insignia TVs but failed to work on mine. Had to return and use my old remote on my new TV.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from InsigniaCustomerSupport
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      Hi DavidbN,

      Thank you for writing a review about our 8-Device Backlit Universal Remote - Black. We know how frustrating it is that the remote that comes with your new TV did not work. We are sorry for the inconvenience it has caused you. We would love to check on this situation further with you! Please feel free to contact us at the link below to get assistance with your unit.

      Ritchie |Insignia Support
      https:https://www.bestbuy.com/site/brands/best-buy-brands/pcmcat1596746025285.c?id=pcmcat1596746025285 BBY-ExBrand_Insignia

  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Didn't work with my equipment

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I couldn't get this remote to work with our LG TV, Sony sound bar, and Apple TV, so I returned it. Not much more to say. I guess it might be OK if your devices are compatible.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from InsigniaCustomerSupport
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      Hi there!

      Thank you for taking the time to review our Insignia™ - 8-Device Backlit Universal Remote - Black, we're very sorry to read you are experiencing this issue with one of our products, please contact our customer service at 1 (877) 467-4289 Daily 8am - 9pm CT, we'll be more than happy to assist you regarding this matter.

      Insignia Support
      Angela
      www.insigniaproducts.com/support BBY-ExBrand_Insignia

  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Crummy tv controller

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Worked for about 2 weeks not worth the money do not buy.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    No workie

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Didn't work. Tried everything. Will ne returning.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from InsigniaCustomerSupport
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      We're genuinely sorry to hear about the trouble you encountered with our product. Your satisfaction is paramount to us, and we understand how frustrating it must be to encounter issues despite your efforts. Please know that we take product functionality very seriously, and we're committed to ensuring that our customers receive reliable and effective solutions. We encourage you to proceed with the return process, and if there's anything else we can do to assist you further or provide a better experience, please don't hesitate to let us know. Your feedback is invaluable in helping us improve our products and services. Keith | Insignia Support https://www.bestbuy.com/site/insignia-8-device-backlit-universal-remote-black/6495830.p?skuId=6495830 BBY-ExBrand_Insignia

  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Universal Controller that Isn't

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Did not work even when I typed in the example in its code book. Useless. (It was on sale. I guess I know why.)

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from InsigniaCustomerSupport
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      Hi there! Thank you for writing a review about our 8-Device Backlit Universal Remote! We know how frustrating is that the universal remote doesn't working. We would love to check this situation further with you! Please feel free to contact us at the link below to get assistance with your remote.

      Rudson S.| Insignia Support. https://www.insigniaproducts.com/contact-us BBY-ExBrand_Insignia

  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Did not work

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    Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Didn’t work for my insignia tv. It’s very hard to find a replacement remote for insignia tvs

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from InsigniaCustomerSupport
      Posted .

      Hi there!


      Thank you very much for taking the time to review our Insignia™ - 8-Device Backlit Universal Remote - Black @ BestBuy +C385C372:C389C372:C392. I know that this could be an unfortunate situation, but please let us help you with it by contacting us, and we will do everything in our hands to get this solved and deliver the best experience to you.

      Insignia Support
      Shella
      www.insigniaproducts.com/support BBY-ExBrand_Insignia

  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    BostonProAudio

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Returned due to difficult instructions which did not work after so many hour tried pair/link/etc. still not a luck.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Bad choice.

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I bought it today and will be returning it tomorrow! I could not use it with my set.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from InsigniaCustomerSupport
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      Hello CindyS,
      We do apologize that the universal remote will not work with your set. Please feel free to contact us at 1 (877) 467-4289 Daily 8am - 9pm CT, and we will gladly assist you in the best way possible.
      Chelsea
      Insignia Support
      https://www.insigniaproducts.com/support BBY-ExBrand_Insignia

  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Not for firestick

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The remote works perfectly for roku but not for the firestick.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Do not buy this one.

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It is NOT easy to program!!!.. . .. .... ...........

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from InsigniaCustomerSupport
      Posted .

      Hello there,

      Thank you for writing a review for our Insignia™ - 8-Device Backlit Universal Remote - Black, I'd like to apologize for the situation that you're experiencing I know it can be dissatisfying, however I'd like you to contact our support team for further assistance, our agents will be more than happy to assist you, please follow the link below or reach us at 877-467-4289. We are available to take your calls from 8 am to 9 pm CST, 7 days a week.

      Insignia Support
      Louise
      www.insigniaproducts.com/support BBY-ExBrand_Insignia

  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Basic Remote Easy to Program!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I was just looking for a simple uni remote to replace my 4 remotes for a TV room, nothing over the top just a simple volume/component selector etc., This remote is just that, nothing fancy but it works well, super easy to program, and the keys do light up which is surprisingly handy not something I thought I needed. Low price, simple, and works as advertised

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Works

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Works well and saves some further wear and tear on my older remotes

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Mr.

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I travel a lot and need this for all the different televisions in my hotel rooms. It works perfectly.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Replaced my old Panasonic remote

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    My old Panasonic remote quit working . Purchased this universal remote. Works like a charm!

    I would recommend this to a friend