SofaBatonU2 Universal Remote with APP, All in One Universal Remote Control to Replace All Your Remotes

OK. Yes, a little harder to program but overall most folks should be able to do it. Add your devices first. In our case we use a Roku box, Samsung TV and a Sonos soundbar. I just programed a few extra buttons on the Roku button assignments and done. Did a simple macro to power off the TV (Roku and Sonos turn off automatically) using the main power button on the top.Replacing a Harmony that is finally giving up the ghost. I do wish SofaBaton would bring the guided setup like their more exspensive remotes to this version. Not certain why that would be so hard. I do feel like overall a good value and works as intended

This remote is designed for people who are perfectly comfortable with using multiple remotes to control their entertainment system, but just don't want to SEE multiple remotes on the coffee table. The thumb wheel on the U2 allows the user to easily toggle between remotes for multiple devices, but you still have to choose which remote to use (i.e. TV, DVD, Apple TV, etc.). You can design some macros as long as you don't need anything sophisticated, like a long delay. These macros must be assigned to specific buttons, not activities (i.e Watch TV, or Watch DVD). I guess I expected an interface like the Sofa Baton X1. If you are a fan of the X1, you will be as disappointed in this product as I was.

Positive: the app is easy to use and setting up the remote was simple and fast. The remote is priced well and works reliably. I also like the it uses traditional batteries rather than a built in rechargeable battery.Negative: I found the macro command setup a little counterintuitive but it was easy enough to learn quickly. The lack of tactile differences on the buttons make it difficult to use in the dark (would be a big help if it had tiny raised bumps on the volume keys, for example).

I was not expecting much from this inexpensive remote. After adding my devices and a short one day learning curb. I found the remote to be a great device and replacement. I always used Logitech Harmony remotes. Although they offer more bells and whistles there price point is very high. The SofaBaton was very simple and easy to use. Button layout is very accessible in your hand. I like the weight of it. Feels very sturdy and looks well made. My wife would never use the Harmony Logitech remote. She always found it confusing. She actually uses the SofaBaton only now. I was able to put all my other remotes away.Great Remotes..Thanks

New Update: 1/20/2025They are now sending me my THIRD remote. Their remotes no longer work with Roku. Today all my devices did not respond to their remote. Do not waste your money on this.UPDATE: They sent me a new remote with a personal tech person. I was able to get it to work as I wanted with his help. He gave me codes to fix the buttons being too sensitive. I got codes so now my Logitech works with my Home Theater so I did not try to set up macros. My advice is that if you need a remote that performs on multiple devices, this unit will fill your needs. They have excellent tech support that will fix your issue.I had read all positive reviews. Then a few days ago and I saw a tech article giving this item bad reviews. I had already ordered the remote. I dismissed the Tech review, some of them are too critical. A few years ago, I saw a critical review of a Garmin GPS because it was too thin. I guess they had to write something negative.I was hoping from what I read here that this remote would replace my Logitech which did not work with my new dumb as a rock smart TV. I soooo miss my Logitech. Logitech, PLEASE get back in the remote business. This remote did not have codes for Onkyo receivers, one of the best selling brands in the USA. The buttons are way toooooooooo sensitive. Everytime I pushed a number button, it repeated it.I have a home theater which is why I need the remote. I needed it to switch HDMI connections and inputs. This remote does not do that. There aren't any instructions on how to set up a "routine". My Logitech remote, I tapped "Watch TV" or Watch DVD' and it would turn on all the devices and switch to the appropriate inputs and ports. This does not do that. It has a clunky wheel you scroll for each function. If you have cable or satellite as your provider, there isn't a dedicated "Guide" or "DVR" button.This functions the same as any $10.00 remote. If you just have streaming services, this is just a fancy remote. This remote is absolutely worthless if you have a home theater.

I replaced my Logitech Harmony remote with this one. So far, it's worked well and is easier for others in my household to use due to its simpler design. I primarily chose this remote because it's compatible with my Apple TV, LG soundbar, and LG TV. I like the ability to assign specific buttons to different devices; for example, the volume keys control the soundbar even when the remote is set to TV mode.

I really wanted to like this remote to replace all of my remotes. I have an old programmable remote that I think may have been a predecessor to these Sofabaton's, but they miss the mark with this unit. For whatever reason the most basic function of running my cable box from about 15-18 ft was a struggle. While most of the common functions actually worked after setup in app (and by most let's say 70%), I had to press the buttons multiple times and work the angle of the remote, adjust how I sat, etc to get the button to work. I don't think this was a button problem, I think it was a distance/strength problem, and again I'm only about 15 ft away and the cable box is on top. I tried to program the master on button, but that didn't seem to work for the same reasons mentioned above, I think the program would have worked fine, just struggled to get message to all devices. Maybe that's why they have the new one with the base station to receive the signals, IDK, but just missed the mark.