SofaBaton U2 Universal Remote with APP, All in One Universal Remote Control to Replace All Your Remotes

Replacing a very old and dated Logitech Harmony remote I wanted something simple setup but still able to handle multiple devices as needed. Stumbled upon this in some forum recommendations and rolled the dice for a $50 controller I was skeptical. It has a simple backlit LCD screen you use a roller wheel to interact with, this selects you various added devices. The overall feel of the controller is sturdy and not cheap in anyway, with batteries it has a decent heft and shaped on the back to sit well in the hand of any user a very agronomical design. The buttons are a firm rubber and feel clicky without being mushy they will hopefully hold up well as the previous remote had peeling/fading keys so you could not ID them by sight anymore. Setup is easy and quick by downloading an app to your phone and pairing the remote via Bluetooth to setup the devices connecting was fast and simple. Most common brands are listed and setup is practically a few clicks, if not you can "learn" buttons from the controller so long as they are transmitted via IR to the device you are using, AppleTV has a button you need for app suspension it is not transmitted via IR so you cannot program this to the remote is why I point this out. I believe I have the general setup going in under 20 minutes, though after you have your devices added you can re-assign and change buttons for everything you need to do with them as well as setup Macros for complex operations like switching devices, turning all devices on, etc. Highly recommend setting up your primary viewing device with the options needed to control all the devices on that setting. For example we watch most content through the AppleTV so our macro is the power button that activates all the devices (TV, Sound bar, etc) then sets AppleTV to home and places the controller on the AppleTV device control. The button setup for the AppleTV is set so Volume controls are for the Sound Bar and various other inputs for TV functions. This way you're "watching TV" but all your functions are set to do so properly. Another catch was when setting a macro to power off the devices some devices may not go off, merely go to the macro and add a few extra 'power off' options set to 0.0 for that device and it will then turn off, apparently some devices require a longer power off signal than others. We've had the controller for about 3 months and so far everyone has had no major issues adjusting or complaints on function. Super happy and would consider other models from this brand in the future for sure!

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.

Edited 4/2026: SofaBaton reached out and offered a refund. I said yes. They countered with some questions about my issues, and then never replied further. I again asked about the refund they offered and they are not replying. So, THEY LIED TO ME. Original review: Wow. NOT a great answer tor eplacing a Logitech 650, which is a smart remote. This thing never claims to be smart, and they are correct. I have two BIG issues with it: First, and almost fatal, it DOES NOT HAVE ENOUGH BUTTONS! Yeah, they cover the generic sort of play/pause/forward/rewind and volume stuff. Beyond that, there are only 3 icon labeled buttons at the top (3 lines, home and Info?) and the 4 color coded buttons at the bottom. On most any device I have, that doesn't work out well, and if you look at your original remotes, you will see why! I cannot possibly cover the functions I want with any sort of logic...I am supposed to remember I needed to program "Star" on my Roku remote as "Blue" on this? And if you use an A/V receiver, with all of it's functions, then you are just plain screwed!!!! Second, it does not have much of any "database" of devices, so you are pretty much going to have to have it "learn" every single button on every single one of your remotes!! Hell, this is their business; shouldn't *they* be helping with that? Lastly, the macros thing doesn't help much, if at all. Since it is not "state aware", it doesn't know that you are already watching on Roku, so if you program a button to "Turn on the TV and switch to DVD", it will send the power toggle instruction to the already "on" TV and turn it off, not on! Then, the LITTLE BUT ANNOYING THINGS: 1. It does not transmit IR signals if you have it sitting still and press a button. You need to pick it up to turn it on. Or hit a button to wake it and then hit the button again. So you can;t use it laying on the couch or furniture arm next to you. 2. Anytime you hit the TV on function, it sets the device to whatever the top listed device is. So turning your system back on does not put it back where it was when you turned it off. 3, Buttons are NOT intuiitively placed and lack the tactile shapes to easily identify without looking at the remote. If you have a very simple setup, this is maybe a good one remote solution. But it is lightyears away from the intelligence and adaptability of the Logitech remotes that sadly have been discontinued!

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

I've had this remote for 5 months now and it's a live hate relationship. I like how easy it is to set up, and controls everything that I want to control. I hate however that I have to press a button 2-3 times before it functions when the remote has been setting for a while.

New Update: 1/20/2025 They 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 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

After ordering, setting up, and using the first one we got, ordered this one. Same as before, easy setup and use except for one issue. This appeared to be a used product as three items were already programmed into it. Do not know if it was a test from the factory or a returned and resold product.