Customer Ratings & Reviews

Is a great product and easy to work with it no more battery to us

I recently tried the TERK universal remote and I was optimistic about its touted 6-device support, backlight feature, and rechargeable convenience. Truth be told, it delivers on those points. I was pleased to find that it seamlessly integrated with all my devices, and the backlit keys were a welcome feature during those late-night movie marathons. The rechargeable factor also made it an appealing alternative to the constant battery replacements of my previous remotes. But as I grew accustomed to the TERK remote, its shortcomings became hard to ignore. The first thing that struck me was the feel of it. It didn't convey the quality you'd expect from such a promising gadget. The plastic felt flimsy, even cheap, detracting from the overall user experience. The design itself seemed a bit rushed. The remote's sharp edges, where the two plastic shells met, were an annoyance. I found myself more aware of them each time I held the device, an unexpected discomfort. And the buttons? They left much to be desired. The adjective that comes to mind is 'inferior'. They performed as expected, yet lacked the solid, satisfying click I associate with well-made remotes. In the end, the TERK universal remote was a mixed bag. It gets the job done, sure, but the overall quality and design aspects could use a revisit. I hope future iterations show improvement.

This remote is the best. Everything consolidated into one.

It worked once and then it made me reset it and now it is not working with my TV

Was looking for a remote that would control our tv, sound system, and cable box. Had Geek Squad set it up when they delivered and set up our new tv. This does not control the sound or the cable box at all. Instructions are impossible to follow. Will stick to my Comcast voice remote.

I’ve never had much luck with universal remotes. They work OK for the basic functions, but not for much else. I haven’t purchased one in years. However, I have a soundbar that has a broken original remote. I can use an app, but for those who don’t have the app on their device (i.e., the children), it’s hard to use without the remote. When I saw the Terk Remote, I thought I’d give universal remotes another try. The technology has to be better now, right? One of the big selling points of this remote for me was the rechargeable battery. Anyone with standard remotes know they eat batteries. Because it doesn’t use standard batteries, the remote is very light. Almost too light. If it’s in your pocket, you might forget it’s there. What I don’t understand, in this day and age, why this remote is not programmable by app. The remote comes with a paper list of codes for various brands and devices. You cannot customize the buttons at all. It is what it is. For reference, I have a Hisense TV, a Samsung Soundbar, and a cable box from Spectrum. Instructions on how to program is included in the box, along with the codes. First thing I did was charge the remote. It uses a USB-C cable (included) to charge. To program, in short, you turn on the device, try a code, and press Power to see if the Terk remote will turn the device off so see if the code works. You program one device at a time. All three of my devices powered off with the first codes on their respective first tries. The remote has some shortcut buttons for streaming services. The Netflix button worked for the Hisense TV. The Menu button did pull up the settings for the TV. However, the other buttons didn’t work (outside of Power). The volume buttons for the soundbar didn’t work at all. The display on the bar appeared that it was receiving input but the volume never changed. The channel buttons and Power worked for the cable box. I could also tune the box using the numbers. I thought maybe the codes were the problem with the lack of functionality, so I tried the next set of codes. I got the same results. One feature that I wish this remote had that my cable box remote has is a button that turns off all devices at once. With this remote, you have to turn off each item individually. Overall, I’m disappointed. It’s a nice design, lightweight, easy to hold, appealing to look upon. However, the lack of functionality will cause it to be put in the remote bin as a backup, not as the main remote.

The TERK Rechargeable 6-Device Backlit Universal Remote is aimed to be your total remote but falls short tremendously compared to another remote I use for my home system. The remote has features like backlighting, light weight and is rechargeable, along with being easy to program but the 2 main things that make me dislike this remote already made me go back to my old remote. The device is decent, the shape is easy to hold, even my little kids can use it. The lightweight of it is awesome as well, one of the reasons it got a star, the other is no more batteries until it no longer holds a charge and is useless. The reasons for the missing 3 stars all comes down to execution of holding the correct codes and settings to keep them working in unison. I set the remote for my Bose soundbar over 10 times in 2 days, it would not save it after I used it one time, that made the first strike. Next came up the Roku, this remote it bar far more worse than the Roku remote, you have to make sure the sensor is aimed right at the Roku, the original remote does not, that is minus 20 stars for me. My Hisense TV does not like anything about this remote, multiple keys do nothing that should, trying all the codes, no volume control, no menu, no mute, no input change and the power button does not register 90 percent of the time. I could go on and on, but, you get the point. I do not know if I got a bad one or if my electronics are just not compatible with it, but it now sits in a basket while my 5 year old H brand remote still works and works perfectly on my 2023 Hisense TV I bought at Best Buy.

The TERK Rechargeable 6-Device Backlit Universal Remote is a multifunctional device that promises to simplify your home entertainment experience. While it offers several convenient features, it falls short in certain crucial aspects, leaving users with a mixed impression. Pros: 1. Multi-device Functionality: One of the biggest advantages of this universal remote is its ability to control up to six devices, making it ideal for managing various entertainment gadgets in a home theater setup. 2. Rechargeable Battery: The built-in rechargeable battery is a welcome feature, as it eliminates the hassle of replacing batteries frequently. The included charging dock ensures that the remote is always ready for use. 3. Backlit Buttons: The remote's backlit buttons are a useful addition for dimly lit environments, allowing users to easily navigate their devices even in the dark. Cons: 1. Backlit Button Quality: Unfortunately, the backlit buttons on the TERK remote fall short of expectations. Some users have reported issues with uneven lighting and button labels that are not clearly illuminated. This inconsistency can be frustrating and counteracts the convenience the backlit feature is supposed to offer. 2. Non-Intuitive Programming: Setting up the remote to control various devices can be a challenging and frustrating experience for many users. The lack of intuitive programming instructions and convoluted setup process may deter less tech-savvy individuals from fully utilizing the remote's potential. 3. Limited Device Compatibility: While the TERK remote boasts six-device control capability, it doesn't always work flawlessly with every device. Some users have encountered compatibility issues, particularly with newer or less common models. 4. Ergonomics: The remote's design and button layout could be improved for better ergonomics. Some users may find it uncomfortable to hold for extended periods, and the buttons may be too closely packed together, leading to accidental presses. Final Verdict: The TERK Rechargeable 6-Device Backlit Universal Remote offers a compelling promise of convenience and simplicity for managing multiple devices. However, its drawbacks, notably the underwhelming backlit button quality and non-intuitive programming, prevent it from achieving greatness. If you prioritize the ability to control multiple devices from one remote and can overlook its shortcomings, the TERK remote might be worth considering. Nevertheless, potential buyers should be aware of the device's limitations and explore alternative options with more positive user feedback.

This remote is a wonderful. To start off, this remote has the ability to connect six different devices. I have a television that I have lost the remote to and I couldn’t really do anything with it but this remote made it possible to make it function. Not only did I program the television that I could not find the remote to but I was able to hook up all of my devices to accompany it. It controlled my television, my blue ray machine and the sound bar as well. This remote came with easy to set up instructions to be able to program all of the other devices. I love that it lights up so I don’t have to turn on the lights when I want to change the channel. The shortcut buttons on it make it easy to go right to a specific channel if you want it to. The fact that it comes with the USB cord to charge it is extra helpful. The fact that more devices I own takes this same cord makes it great if I happen to leave this cord upstairs or if I happen to misplace it. I love a remote that controls more than one device and this one is fantastic because it is rechargeable. Great product.

Offered in 4, 6, and 8 device options, the TERK Universal Remote brings a lot of features to the table in an inexpensive and straight forward package. Add the fact it is backlit and rechargeable and my initial thought was "these folks are essentially printing money!" as batteries + remotes is one of the most annoying "first world problems" most of us continue to have to deal with. But the devices inability to consistently connect to those 4, 6, or 8 devices (I have the 6 device model) had me contemplating if I would sacrifice said rechargeability just to have the remote aspect of it's functionality work each and every time. Afterall, that is the entire purpose of purchasing such a device. More on that: device makers have lists of codes which you input until finding the one that works for you. Some devices (like my TCL Roku TV) have a single code. Luckily this code worked first try and was also the first device I attempted, so I got excited thinking the rest was going to go smoothly. Not the case. My Onkyo receiver had nine codes...none of which worked. I continued on around the house testing different devices in different rooms and TVs seemed to be the easiest to connect to. Gaming consoles (I tested on an Xbox One and PS5) and DVD/Blu-Ray players (connected to one of each) were relatively pain free, too. Sounds bars (attempted an LG and a DT) were a bit more of a headache, but not quite to the level of the Onkyo receiver. All said and done the rooms that gave me the least amount of issues were those that had very straight forward setups. A simple TV + soundbar was a couple minutes and a TV + soundbar + console was still under 5 minutes so long as you had all the codes to try through ahead of time (I looked up each device and jotted them down at the start of my testing). The design of the remote itself it pretty basic and the backlighting, while nice, is nothing spectacular or fancy. You can see what button is what, but it is all washed out the same color. On the flip-side of this approach is the remote for Nvidia's Shield Pro, for example. That remote has individual lights under each button so there is no bleeding. It is very nicely done. So, while I appreciate the backlighting, it could be done better for a dedicated device. But I get it, profit margins and blah blah blah. Button-wise follows the same approach. Your main contact points are fine, but there isn't really any markers or elevated areas to really keep track of so that you can "blindly" navigate around the thing. You will keep having to look down at it to see exactly what you need. On the same topic of buttons: there are a lot of them, so they are crammed all up and down the body. Anything at the upper-most or bottom-most areas is a two-hand operation. It is simply too awkward of an angle to try and get some of them with a single hand. It's a good device, nothing ground breaking aside from the recharging aspect which really is great. At the price-point it isn't much of an investment, so I'd say give it a whirl and if you really don't care for it, take it back. It isn't going to provide you the same "chuck ALL of your device remotes!" as say one of those $200+ offerings in the universal remote realm, but that is a completely different price-point altogether. Bottom-line: a good purchase If you're willing to accept that you'll likely still need a remote or two that isn't the TERK.

GOOD - Inexpensive - Rechargeable - Backlit buttons - Fairly easy to program - Shortcut buttons - Wide IR firing cone BAD - Central D-pad cluster difficult to use by feel - Typical compatibility limitations of "universal" remotes - No Bluetooth or WiFi capabilities for NLoS devices TLDR The Terk's low price makes it a good enough universal remote to use in a pinch, if you need a replacement or just don't want to juggle multiple remotes. But the poor design of the central button cluster makes it decidedly clumsy to use. DETAILS For the price, the Terk has some good functionality for a universal remote. As expected, you can manually set the command code in the remote for a given device, but it will also scan through a pre-programmed set of codes to find the best ones for you. Also, as expected, be prepared to experience limitations in how those codes work with your equipment. While the main controls like power, volume, channel, and input switching should always be fine, more advanced buttons like the four media shortcut buttons on the button can be hit and miss. You might also have some quirks between the "menu," cube, home, and asterisk buttons. The control itself feels light and cheap. Hey, it is cheap, so no real complaints there. The plastic is quite glossy and gathers fingerprints and smudges very easily. The buttons are a little mushy, but they are backlit. A single glow-in-the-dark light button at the bottom of the remote will turn on the backlight for about 7 seconds. thenkfully, instead of needed to swap out AA/AAA batteries, the remote has a rechargeable battery that uses a normal USB-C connector. However, the critical feature of any remote is how easily it can be used, especially how well you can handle it without looking. The button layout is largely sensible and intuitive. I think it'd be better if the all the special navigation buttons like "home," "menu,""back," and "exit" were grouped together. But by far the biggest problem is the central D-pad cluster. As these buttons are typically the most used, especially the directional buttons to browse current streaming services, these should be a complete no-brainer to use. Instead, the directional navigation buttons, center select button, volume up/down, and channel up/down buttons are all the same height and are only divided by small gaps. Finding the correct button by feel alone can be done, but not instinctively. All it would take is the directional button ring to be slightly raised above the rest to give a tactile reference point. Instead, you need to actively think about where your thumb is to press the correct button. This is inexcusable in a remote control. The other small complaint is the lack of WiFi, Bluetooth, or any kind of wireless communication. This means the remote may not work with some of your non-line-of-sight devices, but it's also not expected that such an inexpensive remote would have those features either.

The Terk Universal remote is a sleek, stylish, rechargeable remote control. Measuring only 7" x 1-3/4" and 1/2" thick its small compact design looks great and fits easily in your hand. Easily program up to 6 devices (some models do more, others less) and it really was easy! Simply look up the device manufacturer in the attached paperwork, and enter the 6-digit code to program the device. There are multiple codes provided for each device ensuring that you'll find a code that works! I've tried several universal remotes through the years and usually give up on them when they won't control enough devices, or will work on almost all of them, leaving one out. The Terk easily controls my television, audio system, cable box/antenna, and DVD player. It also has the ability to control streaming devices and has buttons designated for Netflix, Hulu, Disney, and YouTube. It also includes a special offer for Sling TV! The Terk operates all of your devices with its Pause, Play, FF, and Rew buttons. The volume up/down and channel up/down also operate flawlessly, just like the original manufacturer remote would. It has a "light" button for subtle backlight allowing you to easily see the controls in low-light situations and eliminating the need to bother others by turning on the lights. However, I think the greatest feature is that it's rechargeable! No more running out of AA/AAA batteries in the middle of a program/movie. The Terk can be recharged with the included USB-C cable and claims a 6-month battery life. The infrared signal can control devices up to 40 feet away and it works with all major device brands. Finally, a universal remote that actually works!

I’ve tried a few Universal Remotes over the years to declutter my space of the 6 remotes used for TV, Soundbar, Cable Box, Blu-ray Player, Roku, Apple TV. There are always tradeoffs. The buttons are adequately sized and spaced where you’re not pressing wrong or two buttons at the same time. This remote is light weight, thin and toward the narrow width end of remotes. A thumb can comfortably reach across the entire width of the remote. The length is longer than most, longer than any other remote I have. You’ll be sliding and pushing this remote up and down through your palm during use to reach different buttons. It’s easy to do as the backside is hard plastic that slides easily. I’ve never found one that duplicates every function/feature. Some buttons serve distinct functions for different devices. As a result, their label may not match the labels on any remote. They may not be labeled in a way that makes their function readily apparent for each device. These remotes will get you by with the most common user functions. But chances are not the unique seldom used ones such as getting into the device’s setup and control settings for sound (Dolby, bass, treble, etc.), picture adjustments, Internet setup, etc. You’ll want to keep your old remotes around for these seldom used but necessary functions. If you’re looking to replace a broken or forever lost remote, you’ll do better to find a direct replacement from the manufacturer, or on the used market to have access to every function. The button backlighting is very legible and works well. As I often watch TV with the lights off or very dim, I would not get a remote without it. My only gripe is the button to turn the backlight is at the bottom and the most used control buttons are at the top. This requires extra motion sliding the remote up and down in your palm each time. You can scan for all the codes for your device type or enter them directly. With support for so many devices and the long pause between each one when scanning, I found this too slow and cumbersome. You will want to enter the codes directly. If all the expected features do not work, try another code. I entered the codes for 6 devices and was done in less than 10 minutes. A few Coin Batteries, which I generally don’t have spares of when needed. This Terk remote has a built-in rechargeable battery and provides a short USB cable to use when charging. This solves the issue of having a spare battery on hand when needed or having to use an external battery charger. Just recharge. However, the rechargeable battery is not user replaceable like my razor and Ooma phones. As a result, this remote will last only as long as the battery accepts a recharge. After that it’s another limited life throw away item. In this day of sustainability and landfill anxiety, I look for devices that embrace that whenever possible. In summary, compared to other button remotes I’ve used; this is one is a bit better in use than average for common functions. It is easy to set up, use, and it does not overwhelm with too many small to reach buttons. But placing the backlight button at the opposite end of the most often used buttons was a strange choice. As with other remotes it takes getting used to and some memorization is needed as to what some buttons do with your devices, like the button with a cube that seems to duplicate the home Roku button. Why do I need that? This will not control everything and totally replace your other remotes, none of them do. The lack of a user replaceable rechargeable battery seems like an oversight with the green movement these days.

I was really quite impressed with this TERK - rechargeable six device backlit universal remote. I used it to control my LG Smart TV, Yamaha soundbar, Apple TV, and Samsung Blu-ray player. Set up was very easy utililzing the codes on the enclosed "cheat sheet." The remote is rechargeable via USB cord (included, but a wall plug is not included.) I fully charged the device and it took about three hours for it to get fully charged. The charge has lasted a good while as I have used the remote for a couple of weeks and not had to recharge it yet. The only complaint that I have is that this 6 device remote control can only control one device at a time. So if you want to turn up the volume you have to select the soundbar button then adjust the volume to where you want it. Then if you want to change the channel on the TV you have to select "TV" and then change the channel. Same with operating the streaming device like an Apple TV. The remote did operate some of the TV controls including the settings of the TV but it did not do some things. Overall a very good device and if it would be a little smarter and control the various devices without me having to switch devices and included a wall charger it would have received a 5 star review.

For a set up which includes components from multiple brands, a universal remote is a must-have accessory. This remote control can control up to 7 different devices, including your TV, DVD player, Blu-ray player, cable box, satellite box, sound bar, and more. It also has the ability to program multi-step controls for easy turn on and off. The TERK 6 device remote control is compact and fits easily in your hand. The buttons are a little cramped, but have a nice visual design. The remote control also has a backlit display, so you can use it even in low-light conditions. This remote is rechargeable using a USB-C connection, the same as most cell phones. Overall, I found it hard to use the remove without looking at it. It worked with my set up, but only because I have a CEC compatible TV, streaming box, and receiver. This meant that other components are all controlled via my TV. It also meant I couldn’t utilize some of the special functions listed such as 1 touch access for Disney, Hulu, and Netflix. I have a Fire TV Cube, which is not directly supported by the remote. I was further disappointed that even if you have a compatible streaming box (such as Apple TV), the buttons are not configurable. You can use the ‘green’ button to select Paramount, for example, instead of Hulu. While it’s nice to see replacement remotes in a good since and reasonable price range, it’s discouraging that manufactures are stuck using 20 year old technology. I would only recommend this if you stream everything using your TV’s

I needed a remote for my LG TV, a remote for my Bose 900 Soundbar, and a remote for my Direct TV receiver. Having to keep track and keeping the three remotes of different sizes was a pain. Especially for the Bose remote which was the smallest and would get lost between the sofa cushions despite my best efforts. And I think we all know how frustrating it can be when you’re anxiously looking for a misplaced remote. In the past, I’ve been leery of universal remotes because most of the time, they don’t sync up with all of my electronics. However, I found the TERK Universal Remote to be accommodating. Mostly. Setup: Out of the box, the remote has a charge but I do suggest that you charge it fully (as stated in the instructions). There is a list of codes for various TV, Soundbar, and TV receiver manufacturers included with the TERK. The input codes for my TV, soundbar, and receiver were accepted on either the first or second code. Performance: You’re going to have to get familiar with the buttons meaning that some buttons on the TERK won’t state what they do compared to your original remote. For example, on my Direct TV remote, I would press Guide and a list of upcoming shows and channels appeared. But on the TERK, I need to press the Home symbol to access the same menu. Depending on your device, you will probably need to do a small trial and error of exploration and correlating the button functions. One definite performance flaw for me was that I needed to point the TERK remote almost DIRECTLY at the TV, receiver, or soundbar for the command to register whereas my previous remotes were acknowledged when pressed lazily pointed at a wall. A bonus feature of the TERK remote is the illuminated buttons. With the press of the lightbulb icon, the remote backlight comes to life for about five seconds, allowing you to see whatever button you may be seeking. When using the TERK remote, you may be sacrificing features that your previous remote(s) may have offered. For example, the LG “wand” feature isn’t featured nor is any sort of voice command. There are direct shortcut buttons for Netflix, Disney Plus, and Hulu at the bottom of the remote. Design: The TERK remote is thin and light in weight. Be wary of accidentally stepping on this device. The TERK claims that a single full charge can last up to six months before needing recharging. This is welcomed since using AA or AAA batteries feels so outdated in this day and age. The TERK Universal Remote is a sure answer to the ‘too many remotes’ issues. While it doesn’t offer all the bells and whistles that your default remotes may offer, knowing that you don’t have to scramble and search for the others is peace of mind.

The TERK - Rechargeable 6-Device Backlit Universal Remote is a handy remote-control device which enables you to control multiple devices. It comes with a pretty extensive list of codes to use to program the remote for various components that you may have. Function wise it all centers around the second row of device buttons towards the top that allows you to set the codes for each one of those devices, the TV, A/V receiver, DVD/Blu-ray player as well as cable/satellite or other audio-video components. As for the ergonomics of a remote, I found it to be a bit challenging, especially if you have bigger hands, the functionality revolves around the center button and arrow control. It’s meant to be a multi-functional, directional control area, but given that it’s so tightly packed with small buttons it is a little difficult to use The channel up and down buttons and volume up and down buttons, the most common functions are all concentrated in the middle part of the remote and givin the size of the buttons. It makes it a bit difficult to use. Although the challenging ergonomics, this universal remote does a pretty decent job. It does have a built-in battery which can be recharged (USB C) with a charging indicator light that green when the remote is fully charged For low-cost universal remote, It is not bad, but I have seen better. >>> Pros: + a plethora on device codes are provided which cover just about any device you can think of + rechargeable via USB-C plug. >>> Cons: - ergonomic, the buttons are just awkward and concentrated in the middle of the remote with too many other buttons.

The TERK 6 Device Remote does have several very useful design points. It is lightweight, it is rechargeable and it is programmable for many kinds of units including TV’s, Satellite boxes, Cable boxes, DVD players, Sound Bars and some Streaming sources. It also has some problems so that overall I cannot recommend it. I did like that it does have an LED which turns from red to green when it is fully charged and that it uses the newer USB-C for its recharge port. It also has a button to light up the keys when needed – very useful. The designers missed the mark badly for the joystick pad. The center joystick buttons are not raised enough higher than the surrounding buttons that control volume up/down and channel up/down. The problem is if you want to hit a center button for cursor up/down/left/right or 'okay'; you also may hit the outer controls. A design change could be to either raise the middle buttons more or move the channel and volume controls to another area on the remote. In any event this does make the TERK hard to use unless you have very skinny fingers. There is a broad range of covered devices, so that is great. I used the remote to set up a SONY TV and that worked well except I had to try multiple codes that turned the TV on/off but didn’t enable all of the remote's buttons. Although the original remote provides more keys and a better layout, if you lose the remote or just want a second lightweight remote; then this is an good device to have around. This is true especially if the original remote needs batteries and you don’t have any readily available, then the rechargeable design of the TERK remote is a good option. You can try codes separately or you can use a process that steps through every code for any brand of TV till it finds the correct one. That’s a nice feature. However, another problem came up with the use of the 4 direct jump-to buttons for Netflix, Disney, Hulu and YouTube. When trying a particular code, it will turn the TV off/on and cause this remote to run many of the TV functions, but then you find that all of the 4 jump-to buttons may not work. So, you have to try to find a code that turns the TV off/on AND also enables these buttons on the remote. Actually, for my SONY TV, the best I could do was find a code that worked for Netflix, Disney and YouTube; the Hulu button never did work. I can’t be sure if this means a lack of testing and documentation from the TERK engineers or in fact the Hulu button on my device was broken. I also tried to program in my DirecTV (Streaming) set top box remote. But none of the available listed DirecTV codes worked. I called support and although the TERK support people responded within an hour, I eventually assumed they did not understand that their TERK remote only supported the old Satellite type set top boxes for DirecTV. The new streaming DirecTV boxes are ‘not line of site’, but use a different method to read your input from the remote that comes with the DirecTV streaming type box. This fact should be pointed out in their TERK documentation and the their code list. I did try programming the 'STREAM device type button' on the TERK remote to get my DirecTV box to work, but that also failed. I think the design of this remote is great in some areas but is badly lacking in other areas that I have pointed out. Overall, I cannot recommend this remote.

Overall a decent remote. However the buttons can be confusing for some as to how to access all features on a Samsung Smart TV

It did not provide the results I had expected. This may be due to part of my limited technical abilities, but I was not able to get it to function as a universal remote.