10 Best Universal Remotes UK 2022 | Logitech, One for All, and More

With all the talk of macro functionality, the number of devices you can sync up to at any one time, and Bluetooth or WiFi compatibility, it's easy to lose sight of the main reason many people are looking to buy a universal remote - to make life easier!

Our number 1 pick is an affordable replacement for lost or broken remotes. Just unpack the One for All Contour TV remote, point it at your TV, press one button to sync, and you're all set. Simple, convenient, and budget-friendly!

If you're looking to spend a little more on a hi-tech remote without breaking the bank, the SofaBaton U1 is an incredible piece of kit. It's not too expensive but still offers plenty of valuable functions that you won't find on cheaper remotes.

The OLED screen makes it crystal clear to see the status of your connected devices, and it's easy to navigate thanks to the scroll wheel. It also features brilliant macro functionality with an included timer, and the companion app makes synchronizing your devices a breeze.

This offering from Inteset is a great choice for those of you who regularly use streaming services, as it's pre-programmed to work with Apple TV, Xbox, Windows Media Centre, Amazon Fire, and many more platforms!

The macro functionality of this remote is also a step above many others, allowing you to program up to 15 commands. If you spend a lot of time streaming TV shows or movies and love the idea of tailoring your remote to your personal preferences, this is the product for you!

The Logitech Harmony Elite is the pinnacle of universal remote technology and a must-have for those with an automated home setup, as it allows you to control absolutely everything in your home from one remote. 

The included hub lets you hook up your home entertainment system via WiFi and customise different inputs into a single click of the touchscreen. Why isn't it our number 1 pick? Well, Logitech are sadly discontinuing the line - so pick it up while you can before it disappears forever!

Since their products are compatible with all the major brands, One for All are something of a leading brand in the world of universal remotes. This model is easy to set up thanks to the inbuilt IR learning, and it's compatible with up to four devices at the same time.

What we particularly like about the Essence 4 is the inclusion of a combi-control button that allows you to choose which devices are being transmitted to at any one time. While not a traditional macro button, it can turn on and operate multiple devices at once - perfect for watching Blu-ray movies in your home cinema!

There's a lot to love about this offering from Hama and the features included at such a low price point are impressive - it works on 8 devices simultaneously and has a macro button, allowing you to power on two devices at once.

The main downside of this remote is that it's fiddly to set up, requiring you to either put in four-digit codes (depending on the brand) or set it to automatically search through a code list until it gets a response. This method of synchronization can take a long time so won't be ideal for those who want to set it up quickly.

This GE universal remote is a bit tricky to review because there's a lot to like about it, but whether it's right for you will depend on which devices you have in your home - although it works with most major brands, the list of compatible devices is too large to list here!

On the one hand, this is great as it means the remote can work with devices made by different manufacturers. Unfortunately though, as it requires code entry, there's no guarantee that you'll find the model of TV that you're looking for. You'll have to check the code list online and then input it to synchronize, which isn't the best way to set up in our opinion.

As with the previous remote on our list, this slightly cheaper product is designed for those with dementia, Alzheimer's disease, and other cognitive impairments. Modern remote controls with lots of small buttons can be extremely frustrating to those with mental and physical issues, so this is a handy solution!

With seven large programable buttons, this remote is simple to use once set up correctly, and there's no danger of accidentally changing your TV's settings. You may need to check the instructions online in order to sync it up correctly for an elderly relative though.

This entry on our list is a little different from what you may typically expect when shopping for a universal remote, as it's aimed at those with limited dexterity in their hands and specifically designed for people with dementia.

The Doro HandleEasy features an ergonomic design as well as the ability to learn functions from any other remote via IR. The limited number of buttons is intended to make things easier for elderly consumers, but also means that this remote won't be suitable for those with lots of devices to control. 

Over 15 million British households own a Samsung TV, making them the most popular television manufacturer here in the UK. With this in mind, we thought we'd start off our list with a simple replacement for an old, broken, or lost Samsung remote.

There's no setup required, meaning there are no complicated codes to put in - just add the batteries and it's ready to go! Unfortunately though, this isn't an official Samsung product and it obviously isn't suitable for other brands of television.