SofaBaton U2 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

Setup app does not work on Android 13 or on Amazon tablet. In both cases it is impossible to get to the point where you can connect with the device, but they fail in different ways.On Android 13 the app returns you to the Android desktop after you log in successfully. The app is still running, but when you switch to it you're just dumped to the desktop again. There are no errors or warnings. I've tried every possible comb of rebooting the phone, setting up the necessary locations service either before or after running the app for the first time, and every other thing I can think of.On the Amazon Fire tablet you get to the screen where you choose which remote type you're setting up, you get a popup telling you that location services need to be turned on for the app, and when you click Confirm you're taken to the Settings app regardless of whether or not you already turned the service on. When you return to the app you get the same warning again. You're stuck in an infinite loop.with no way to move forward.in my opinion software testing is not high on the priority list for this company, and therefore it's best to avoid their products.Such a shame, as the old U1 remote was so easy to set up.

Purchased the Sofabaton U2 remote about a week ago and have been having fun learning and using all it powerful capabilities. Bottom line: Great price for a remote to replace all your other remotes including both IR and Bluetooth. Probably 4 1/2 stars. If it had a hub, then it would get 5 stars.Details: Out of the box, easily connected to the Sofabaton app and started adding devices. Added DVR, AppleTV, Samsung TV and Audio System. Their code base picked up all my components with all the buttons working as advertised. Because this remote won't look exactly like your other component remotes, it is easily configured/programmed for the specific functions you want to add.If you don't do anything else, this remote can replace all your other remotes. But the real power lies in the macros and other customizable features. For example, turning on entire system to TV or DVR or AppleTV or DVD or ??? Normally you'd have to do each component separately (not just power but the right input and output). Cable companies provide remotes that can do this but are a challenge to program for the novice (most of us). This U2 is visual programming for anyone.After creating a couple of macros using the colored keys at the bottom and a few others, the remote is seamless in function. If you need to change the macro or key or function, again, easy to connect to your Sofabaton app on your phone (iPhone or Android). Really like the direct access number pad for going straight to your preferred TV channel or entering information.Maybe the best part of the great price point for all the value. Only drawback is it is essentially line of sight for IR. If you can use Bluetooth, then line-of-sight is not longer required.

Fantastic remote. Controls all of my devices and great customer service.

This remote control exited me as soon as I opened the box and the panel lit up. It learns from your OEM remote plus there are codes from the cloud that will program the remote profile. Light and easy to use with the app. Scroll between devices and be the master of the SofaBaton!

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.