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Recommendations for a Universal Remote?

Posted by Cliff on from the pruning-the-remote-farm dept.

cpritchett asks: "I'm starting to work on my home theater system, but am wondering what to do in the way of a universal remote. Yes, touchscreen remotes and ones that give you TV listings may be nice, but they are also pricey and the touchscreen doesn't offer the nice, familiar, tactile feel of a remote we've all grown to love. So, what's your recommendation for a good universal learning remote for under $50?"

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  1. Not under $50 but... by PrinceBytor · · Score: 5, Informative

    The Home Theater Master MX-500 is the best universal remote I have EVER used. I never thought I would spend $100 on a remote control, but believe me... it is the only universal about which I have been able to say that I no longer use ANY of my other remotes - TiVo included.

    Amazing battery life, great IR output, excellent display, nice combination of hard-buttons and programmable soft-buttons.

    I also have a number of friends who have all learned the same thing about the MX-500. Buy it and never worry about remotes again.