Customers frequently mention the Harmony 650 8-Device Universal Remote's easy setup, compatibility with multiple devices, and affordable price. The remote's help button and durable design are also well-received. However, some users express concerns about battery life, a learning curve, programming difficulties, and occasional inconsistent performance.
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Pros mentioned:
Easy setup, Multiple devices
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great universal controller
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We had the Geek Squad set this controller up for us. At a push of a button we can watch TV, DVD player and online apps (i.e. Netflix), or listen to iPod Music, and control our Surround Sound. The controller is simple enough that our 10 yr old granddaughter can watch her DVDs and take appropriate actions.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Easy setup, Help button, Multiple devices
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Good for a universal remote, with a few miscues
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This unit takes a few minutes to set up, but once you have the web-based setup out ofhe way it easily replaces a half dozen or more remotes and even works with an Apple TV. It has macros that allow you to set up multiple devices with one button (set up TV, receiver and Blu-ray to watch a movie with the 'watch a movie' button) but I'd be a lot happier if the standard macro buttons included 'Watch Apple TV'. It sometimes has issues with running the macros when you first get started, however the help button can get things fixed. If it weren't for these slight issues it would be a five star product. I'm still quite pleased with it however.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Multiple devices
Cons mentioned:
Battery life
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Love it but battery's die
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This remote is amazing for controlling different devices at once but the battery's died fast and the charger would not charge them... Had to replace the device and same thing happen to the second one... Overall it's wonderful to have if you have multiple devices but keep lots of battery's on hand...
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Easy setup, Price
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Good wireless remote.
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My old remote finally went bad after 7 years. It was extremely durable and expensive. I paid about $1100 for it back in 2006 but that is when 50" and 60" DLP's and LCD's were in the $5,000 to $6,000 range. This is a good remote for the money. It appears durable thus far as I have dropped it several times on a carpeted floor and no damage. Pretty foolproof and easy to set up. Just very tricky if you have an old Directv receiver. I had to go online to the troubleshooting site and it listed different codes for the Directv receiver and I just used a different code than the receiver I had and now it works perfect. I have had for several months and don't want to jinx it but it appears thus far to be working fairly well.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Easy setup, Universal
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great remote!
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I took 3 remotes out of my living room & replaced them with the Harmony. It's really amazing. You hook it up to a computer with a USB cable and you can program the remote in minutes. I was skeptical because of the price, but I absolutely love it! My wife can now operate our home theater system that required the use of all 3 remotes at one time or another. But no more. Just one remote for me.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Easy setup, Price
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Bought to replace existing/defunct Harmony 650
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Easy setup, component assignment and function settings.
Operates/controls all of my A/V components with basic and some additional functions without having to go into additional programming on the Harmony software (which is quite easy btw). Bought this to replace my existing, aging and failing 650 that was nearing 7 years old.
Great product without breaking your wallet!
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Easy setup, Multiple devices
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great Product
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I bought this product for my wife on Valentines Day because I thought that the name Harmony was appropriate for the gift. I have a TV, Receiver, DVD player and Cable box. She always complained that she couldn't just sit down and watch the TV. The new remote is very easy for her to operate and she can use the TV without my help Now she's happy. "Happy wife , Happy life"
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Easy setup
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
BEST UNIVERSAL REMOTE SINCE SLICED BREAD!!
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I was skeptical about purchasing this remote control because I am not technologically savvy at all. However, the salesperson talked me into buying it, and boy am I glad I did! Before owning this remote, I had one for the TV, one for my Bose Cinemate Home Theater speaker system, and last but not least one for the DVR. When the Geek Squad came to hook-up my new Sony TV they programmed the remote for me, too. And because the remote has the capacity to program up to 8 devices, they programmed my PS3, too. The only downside is that I have to operate the PS3 with the controller, e.g., when watching a DVD and I want to pause or fast forward, etc. But really that's no big deal neither. It's SO cool how you can just pick it up and it automatically will have two choices appear, i.e., WATCH SMART TV & WATCH TV on the screen. The SMART TV mode is all of your apps, internet, etc. Then you can push a button right under the screen where it has all your devices listed and take your pick!! Trust me when I tell you, you can't go wrong with this purchase. It's definitely worth the money! Logitech has some of the best products you can buy. I made a very good choice if I must say so myself! I even purchased a Logitech wireless mouse for my laptop a few years ago that can be used on any surface and it's been great!
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Easy setup, Multiple devices
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great Remote excellent price point
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The remote was incredibly easy to program and use. The remote was purchased for my parents to eliminate confusion with multiple remotes. The ability to program functionality variations for controls based on a selection of cable, movie, and other devices was exactly what was needed to enable them to enjoy all of their electronic devices without having to call for help.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Easy setup, Universal
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Recommended
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Our " man who can do everything" was setting up a new DVD player for us and recommended this remote to us saying he had one and liked it very much. Being universal, we could use just one remote instead of two. Most of today's technical stuff is beyond us now, so we rely on younger and more experienced guys who know what they are doing. It is working fine.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Price
Cons mentioned:
Learning curve
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Have enjoyed the product so far.
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Have enjoyed the product so far. Great price for what it has to offer. A little bit of a learning curve but no big deal really. Some of the supported devices don't respond exactly as you would expect them to, so had to learn the quirks of a few items. Apple TV control in particular is not great.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Easy setup, Multiple devices
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Best remote ever invented
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Have to give my husband credit for this purchase. It is the best remote I've ever used. We have it hooked up to the TV, DVR box, sound bar, & blue tooth DVD. Sorry that I can't comment on setting it up because that was all him. I do know he had to go online and it was a bit tricky/time consuming to get it all figured out. He is very tech and computer savvy.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Easy setup, Help button, Multiple devices
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great remote!!!!
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I set this product up for my parents. It helps to be technilogically inclined. However, once it's tweaked to perfection, you'll never be able to go back to your old remote. We all absolutly love it. You push one button and everything that needs to come on comes on. There's even a Help button in case something didn't come on or if everything didn't turn off after powering down. They have every single device you can think of available, even our space heater so you can have it turn on right along with everything else. Have a ceiling fan with a remote? You can control that too. I absolutly love this product and cannot imagine life without it.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Easy setup, Universal
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Does the work of all my remotes in one controler!
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Had to replace 3 remotes (puppy destroyed old ones) and this one does it all. Got on line and set up the remote in about 10 minutes and had it working all my components with the one remote. It took me a while to learn how to get to all the functions but my daughter only took about 2 minutes. It is easy to use and works better than the originals.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Easy setup
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
one of best unversal remotes ever!
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logitech has made it so easy to set up then sync remote with your computer—no pointing the separate remotes together or complicated programming, just enter model #s of components into computer program (logitech's database is huge) then connect w/ the cable and sync. can even customize further if desired. only downside: cost is a little high for remotes whose buttons will likely fail after 3-5 years. BUT, if you accept that they have a limited shelf life, no other brand I've looked into can touch logitech's. they also have much more pricey other types of remotes with touchscreens (I find it hard to use the touchscreen on my phone and the layout on these remotes is not intuitive for your hand), rechargeable bases (I like regular batteries I can replace), and remotes with home automation functions as well. just do your research and read reviews (both good and bad) on different sites (here, logitech's, & amazon.)
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Price, Universal
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Works Great
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Always wanted a nice universal remote but didn't want to spend the money. This one came up as a Deal of the Day and tried it out. Glad I did. Have every device hooked up in my theater room and don't have to be scrambling to find anymore remotes. 1 and done
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Easy setup, Help button, Price
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Great universal remote for the price
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First off I got this remote for $30 so it was a great deal and love it at that price point. For $80 I wouldn't be as happy, but I also only have a receiver, TV, PS3, PS4(which can't be fully controlled with this remote yet) hooked up with this thing. At a discounted price I thinik this thing is great.
When it works it works wonderfully. When it doesn't work it can usually be fixed pretty easily by just clicking the help button and it will correct itself.
A final thought: The buttons feel great I can't really describe it... they just feel very solid, responsive, and nice. Also very easy to setup.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Easy setup, Price
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great Item
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The Harmony 650 is my first Logitech remote. Out of the box, I was able to set it up in about 30 minutes, including downloading the software from the Logitech website. I’m truly using just one remote to control all of my Sony products and the patience trying cable box. The I’m somewhat amazed what the device will do if you take the time to set things up with favorite channels and so forth. All things considered, the price of this remote was worth it. Logitech has me curious as to what all the other pricier remotes can do?
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Easy setup, Price
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Best Bang for the Buck
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At $80, this remote will likely do everything that you need it to do. The software is very easy to use, and can program fairly quickly. If you need help with programming, there are people out there that are very good at it. If you have a complicated system, though, look elsewhere. The harmony's will only take you so far.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Easy setup, Help button
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Excellent remote.
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Excellent remote. Very easy to set up and works great. On those very few times when things go wrong, the help button resolves the issue for you.
However, if you do have to contact customer support, "GOOD LUCK"
Took them 2 weeks to even answer my email!