Top-of-the-Line Remote Controls

• Top-of-the-line remote controls offer you versatility and convenience. Geir Pettersen/Digital Vision/Getty Images

  There is little more relaxing than watching your favorite TV shows and movies from the comfort of your own home. A top-of-the-line remote control can make your lifestyle and home-entertainment experience more fulfilling and convenient. The universal remote control, in particular, allows you to operate multiple electronic items, such as your television, DVD or Blu-ray player, audio systems, and more. Although many top-of-the-line remote controls vary in size and function, they share similarities in superb quality and are highly favored by consumers.

Philips Pronto TSU9600

• If you want a luxury remote that controls entertainment, music and even the lights in your home, the Philips Pronto TSU9600 is your best choice. This top-of-the-line remote has a large 3.7-inch colored touch screen that is also compatible with IR and RF home appliances. This is the only remote control you will need to turn on and off your home electrical appliances. However, the Pronto TSU9600 is quite expensive, as it is a luxury product. Because of its complexity, you will also likely need to obtain professional help to set the remote control.

Logitech Harmony One

• Hailed by reviewers as one of the best universal remote controls, the Logitech Harmony One is a wand-type remote control equipped with touch-screen controls. Setting it up is easy with a web-based process. This universal remote control is capable of operating as many as 15 devices through infrared only. It is expensive, though, and you may need to spend more money if IR capability is not enough for you.

Logitech Harmony 1100

• The Logitech Harmony 1100 is universal remote control that is designed like a tablet with a large 3.5-inch screen. It has a rechargeable battery and improved performance over its predecessor. You can set up this model easily using the Internet. Unlike the previous model, which received poor reviews from consumers, Logitech Harmony 1100 has a user-friendly interface with a more responsive touch screen. Although it can take up more space when set on a coffee table, it is easy to grasp, like wand-type remotes. The remote can control up to 15 devices in your home, but they should all be in range, because the Logitech Harmony 1100 is only infrared-capable. You will have to pay an extra amount to add a radio-frequency feature. This top-of-the-line remote control is luxury priced.