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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Pros mentioned:
Ease of use
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Easy setup
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I've programmed several universal remotes through the years, and this was the easiest. Most of my equipment is older, and it had the codes for everything except my 33 year old CD player (remember those?). It can also copy the codes from a remote for obscure devises, like my old CD player. It has the essential features: mapping the volume and mute to one device no matter the device chosen, and the ability to program macros. The only downside is, the IR emitters seem to be weaker than the Sony universal remote this replaced.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Overall performance
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
gift for my brother
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
you never really know, the sales associate said it "should" work on my brothers old tv. Well long story short it did and everyone is happy
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from InsigniaCustomerSupport
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Thank you for sharing that, Inquis4real! We're so glad to hear the Insignia™ Universal Remote worked out perfectly for your brother’s TV—sounds like a win all around! It’s always great when things come together just right, and we appreciate you taking the time to let us know. Jeth|Insignia Support.
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use, Overall performance
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Good remote. Good price
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Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Works great. I use it for my Sony tv, roku and stb. Setup was easy.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Overall performance
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Insignia Is A Great Brand .
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
The Insignia TV Remote Works Very Well With The Insignia TV Of 65 Inches .
I would recommend this to a friend
Cons mentioned:
Programming
Rated 1 out of 5 stars
Not Even Remotely Useful
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Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
The fact that a significant majority of reviews for this remote were positive gave me the confidence to buy one. Unfortunately, my experience came closer to those customers who wrote negative reviews. For me, this remote was impossible to properly program. I found the direction booklet lacking in that it did not provide clear, step-by-step programming instructions. There were many trials and man errors; there was no success. Was it the devise? The system? Me? I don't know for sure. I have returned the remote, it was not even remotely useful.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Brand response from InsigniaCustomerSupport
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Thanks for sharing your feedback on the Insignia™ - 8-Device Backlit Universal Remote, archic. We understand your frustration with the programming process and the lack of clear instructions. We apologize for the inconvenience this has caused. We appreciate you bringing this to our attention. Please contact our Insignia customer support team (877-467-4289) for further assistance. - Mae | Insignia Support
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Good universal remote works with Sony TV
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Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Currently using this remote to control basic home theater setup. Yamaha receiver, Sony tv, cox cable box. Works good for what it is intended for. Easy to program and operate. More functions and controls available than I am using.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great remote
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
It wasn't difficult to to set up. And works just like my original remote for my cable box.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Compatibility, Ease of use
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great Remote
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Great remote. Combined cable, soundbar, TV, and stereo receiver all into meaningful one touch groupings. Solved intergrating my home systems with Comcast.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Awesome Remote
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This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Easy to program. Works great with Roku tv and Samsung Blu Ray player.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Compatibility, Ease of use
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Awesome replacement
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This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Bought this to replace the much smaller remote that the TV came with. The directions are easy to follow, and ahuge plus is that you can control many devices with just one remote.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
An easy to program remote
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Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Got this because the original remote for an Insignia TV stopped working correctly. I was able to quickly program the remote in a matter of seconds thanks to some pre-programmed options, which was great. In addition, this remote has an ability to "learn" from another remote, and I was able to use that to program a specific button as a sleep timer. I've only used this for a TV and nothing else, so I can't speak for how this remote handles multiple devices, but I'm extremely happy with this remote thus far.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Works fine
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Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
It does the job for my xbox and other streaming things and my tv. The only thing i cant get it to connect to is my surround sound.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great remote STARTER for Insignia TV
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
This enabled our TV to once again start! The old one had a faulty starter switch.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Best design and value
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This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I looked at many smart remotes and this one offered best design and value
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
quite capable for the price
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Got it to replace my Harmony Universal 665. The internal light is a little weak, does perform all 'actions' and set-up a bit awkward. but overall surprising capable for the price.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Good multi-device remote, easy to set up
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Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
High quality multi-device remote that is very easy to set-up and use. I have it set to control my soundbar, TV, cable box and apple TV. It took all of 10 minutes to setup, very easy, clear to follow instructions.
Recommend it as I now have 1 remote instead of 4.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Works very well for a basic universal remote.
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
We are very happy with our purchase. So glad that our Best Buy is near our house and items like this can be quickly replaced there if anything goes wrong.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
TV Controller
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Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
We were using a solar powered tv controller that never stayed charged. This Insignia tv controller is battery charged and worked right out of the box with our Samsung tv.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Compatibility, Ease of use
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Useful and Satisfying
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Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Remote works great! I love how we can add up to 8 devices. Very easy to use and I can easily find one remote instead of 6 LOL!
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Compatibility
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Excellent remote
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
This universal remote is perfect, finally a remote that works with my Samsung sound bar. I love only having to use one remote for everything.
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from InsigniaCustomerSupport
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Thank you for your excellent review of the Insignia™ - 8-Device Backlit Universal Remote! We're thrilled to hear that it works perfectly with your Samsung sound bar and that you love the convenience of using just one remote for everything. Your satisfaction is important to us, and we're glad the remote meets your needs. If you have any other feedback or need further assistance, please don't hesitate to reach out. We appreciate your support! Ivy | Insignia Support