What does this mean?Ask Fakespot Chat questions about this productAlpha
Initializing Fakespot Chat
System error,
Add detailed feedback
Message
Loading suggested questions
Suggested Questions
Suggested Questions
No suggested questions were found
Pros & Cons
pros
See Details
pros
See Details
Easy Setup
Customers have reported a straightforward and effortless setup process for the Philips Universal Remote Control, with most expressing satisfaction in completing it within minutes. The remote is praised for its ease of use and programming capabilities.
Universal Compatibility
Customers have expressed overwhelmingly positive feedback regarding the universal compatibility of this Philips remote control, allowing them to easily operate various devices including Smart TVs, LG, Vizio, Sony, Blu Ray, DVD, Roku, and streaming players. Some users have mentioned that it even works with older non-smart TVs. However, a small percentage of customers have reported issues with the remote not working with certain brands such as Panasonic or Sharp.
neutral
See Details
neutral
See Details
Multiple Device Control
Customers have generally positive feedback regarding the multiple device control feature of the Philips Universal Remote Control. Many users were able to control their TV, soundbar and streaming players with ease. However, some users mentioned that the button mapping was sub-par and some functions did not work as expected on certain devices like Roku or Samsung TVs.
Quiet Button Press
Some customers are pleased with the quiet button press feature on the Philips Universal Remote Control, specifically mentioning its importance for bedroom use. However, several customers have reported issues with the functionality and durability of the remote, including buttons not working or the remote suddenly stopping.
Highlights
Quality
Extremely easy to program and even easier to use.
Was very easy to program and all of the features of my original remote were duplicated
Many new tvs do not even have a power button and cannot be used at all without a remote.
Our vizio remote (the original that came with the tv) finally stopped working: replacing the batteries did nothing.
Price
Good replacement for a samsung tv control, for the price i can't ask for more
Price is affordable, easy to use, easy to install, control tv, volume level works, remote is easy to control.
It was honestly so cheap i almost bought another one.
It's a great price, cheaper than cheap.
Shipping
I had to contact amazon to get it on the delivery van & finally delivered - about 1 week later than the original delivery date.
The only problem was getting it delivered: amazon indicated it was on the way, then said it wasn’t.
Competitiveness
Samsung seems to be the most popular tv brand used by the hotels and resorts i visit and this remote works with those out of th... Read More
Works as good as the sony remote.
Overview
- How are reviewers describing this item?
easy, good, universal, stopped and great. - Our engine has profiled the reviewer patterns and has determined that there is minimal deception involved.
- Our engine has detected that Amazon has altered, modified or removed reviews from this listing. We approximate total reviews altered up to 34020.
- Our engine has discovered that over 90% high quality reviews are present.
- This product had a total of 16,489 reviews as of our last analysis date on Jan 4 2025.
Helpful InsightsBETA
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
It was honestly so cheap i almost bought another one
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
It’s very small but not like a normal roku remote that tends to be lost easily and the ease of operation is simple
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
I was looking for a remote that would work with my toshiba fire tv smart tv and fios
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
I only need to work these 2 items but noticed theres only 3 device options so that might be limited
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
The buttons are not backbiting so i cant see what im pressing
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
Our vizio remote the original that came with the tv finally stopped working replacing the batteries did nothing
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
The only problem was getting it delivered amazon indicated it was on the way then said it wasn’t
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
I had to contact amazon to get it on the delivery van finally delivered about 1 week later than the original delivery date
Review Count History
Price History
Ask Fakespot Chat questions about this productAlpha
Initializing Fakespot Chat
System error,
Add detailed feedback
Message
Loading suggested questions
Suggested Questions
Suggested Questions
No suggested questions were found
Add Fakespot to your browser, Secure Shopping on the go.
Download Fakespot for Browsers
