Logitech Harmony 688

Pros: Excellent programmability, usability, ergonomics, convenience

Cons: Web interface awkward; need to re-program multiple times to get settings right

The Bottom Line: Recommended as long as you are willing to put in the time to get it setup just right and are not frustrated by web-based programming.

Review: I spent a lot of time researching the right remote... one that would give me all of the ability to control various components of my system as I'd like to without reaching for other remotes, and at the same time let my wife figure out how to play a tape ...

Pros: Great remote; backlight; automates home theater setup; good help system on the remote

Cons: No real user manual. Web access required to program

The Bottom Line: If you have a relatively complex home theater setup, this remote is a wonderful addition. Even with the cons, I highly recommend it.

Review: This remote worked great for all my devices. I use this one remote for my upstairs setup and my downstairs setup. I just use different names for each device. I have two other TVs to add but I'm too lazy to add them and don't use those TVs enough to ...

Pros: Easy to use, very versatile, backlight, LCD menu

Cons: Very small buttons.

The Bottom Line: This remote is super flexible and easy to use. It will handle most any situation that you can throw at it. Tech support is super!

Review: I was tired of using multiple remotes to watch TV! More than that, I was the only one in the house who could get the system to do certain things. The remotes that come standard with most devices simply don't cut it! The last straw was when I bought a new ...

Pros: Versatile, powerful, intuitive, and designed around actions, not devices

Cons: Settings require internet connection

The Bottom Line: definitely worth it if you can afford to shell out $200 for a quality remote

Review: I bought this remote a week ago for my entertainment system and it has to be one of the best purchases I have ever made. In a word, this remote can be described as 'Simple'. Logitech has centered the remote around a user's actions, rather than the ...

Pros: easily configurable, easily upgradable, easily used

Cons: cost (unless you don't have internet access)

The Bottom Line: if you've got multiple components in your home theater this product is worth whatever you have to pay.

Review: i should have gotten a harmony remote years ago. let me start my saying this...this is not the first multipurpose home theater remote i've purchased. this is, however the first one that is different from all the rest. i guess that i just got used to ...

Pros: Not likely to be outdated quickly, Spouse friendly, Awesome tech support, Can download tv listings

Cons: Couple of buttons a little small and not intuitive, Uses batteries quicker than cheap remotes

Review: Well, I have a Harman Kardon receiver for my home theater and I needed a remote to control everything. The problem is the on/off command is actually 2 distinct signals. I tried a cheap remote from Wal-Mart, no luck. Tried the Kameleon remote, it would ...

Pros: Internet programming. Can actually operate ALL components and features, unlike other 'universal' remotes.

Cons: Buttons are easier on other remotes I have used.

Review: I have this remote for my bedroom, and the Harmony 659 remote for downstairs. They are both similar in function and the fact that they can simply plug into your computer for updates and programming is FANTASTIC. The only difference that I can remark ...

Pros: Excellent at the basics.

Cons: Internet connection required, difficult to customize, poor tech support.

Review: This remote has excellent potential - the power and capabilities of the device are outstanding. Unfortunately, it's many shortcomings outweigh the benefits. It is an abomination ergonomically. It is extremely difficult (if not impossible) to reprogram or ...