One for All Cinema 7Plus Universal Remote Control

Pros: Programmable, controls 7 devices, compatability, price
Cons: Button layout, flimsy number buttons

A few years back, a "universal" remote was any remote that controlled both your T.V. and your VCR. All that had to happen was the remote could change the channels on the TV and play the VCR, not much was expected in compatibility.

Now, a...

Pros: Price, programmability
Cons: Instruction manual

This is an incredible remote for $30. It is totally programmable, and without much work ran my 12 year old Sony receiver and my brand new Panasonic DVD player, and everything else in between. I have put all of my other remotes away for good. The downside...

Pros: Easy to use. Customizable Very strong IR signal.
Cons: Manuals that come with it don't do it justice.

I purchased this remote two years ago and have loved it ever since. It has plenty of devices, so it's great even for big systems.

I've found the remote to be extremely durable and reliable. It's never lost its codes like some other universal...