Logitech Harmony 676

Pros: Remote User friendly, Activity Based, Help Feature, Price point, Tivo Friendly, Ergonomics, Button Layout

Cons: Click Wheel, Internet Setup Software

The Bottom Line: Great remote. Strongly advise the 676 or 680 from the Harmony lineup. Especially if you have TIVO or other PVR/HTPC equipment.

Review: I have previously owned several Harmony remotes (768 & 659). The 659 has been my fav for years. But I recently added a HD TIVO to my setup and the 659 does not work well with TIVO's. (Due to button placement) So went shopping for a new remote. ...

Pros: Ability to control A LOT of devices, and know when to turn them off/on.

Cons: YOU NEED an internet connection (no workaround)!!! Price.

The Bottom Line: Adds A LOT of simplicity to your media experience IF you have a lot of media equipment. Clear labeling of activities helps older persons/kids enjoy your home entertainment capabilities.

Review: I bought this piece of equipment based on the good reviews given here on this webpage, and also because it promised to do all the things I have, for years, expected universal remotes to do. I have NOT been disappointed! This control remote took my ...

Pros: Easily programmed and updated. Sturdy and easy enough to use for all family members.

Cons: Mediocre battery life with rechargeable and alkaline batteries. Needs internet connection.

The Bottom Line: Great programmable remote control due to ease of use and sturdiness..

Review: I purchased this remote roughly 2 years ago, when I realized that my wife and (4 year old) son had a lot of difficulty controlling our Audio-Video setup, which consisted of an LCD TV, Tivo, Surround Sound receiver, and DVD player. There were too many ...

Pros: Activity based, backlight, LCD, web based programming, lightweight

Cons: the 4 aaa batteries don't last that long, especially during the initial programming phase.

The Bottom Line: Altogether, this is a good purchase, even with the somewhat steep price. Especially, if you have many pieces of equipment in your rack. I couldn't live without it.

Review: Excellent remote. It is moreover quite easy to program, thanks to a web interface and to the included USB cable. On the other hand, if your computer is not in the same room as your a/v system, it can be quite a pain to correctly setup the remote. You ...

Pros: Almost limitless programming capability, making one-button control of multiple components possible.

Cons: Programming can take a while, but the results are worth it.

The Bottom Line: If you need to control multiple components, in a home theater setup for example, the Harmony 676 is a good choice. Its ability to combine commands is great.

Review: Like most, probably, I got a Harmony remote because of the frustration of some family members when faced with remotes for a Philips TV, a Sony receiver, an LG HD tuner, a Panasonic VCR, plus connections for a Gamecube and an N64. The Harmony 676 was a ...

Pros: Controls every nuance in everything that is home entertainment, web site, user interface, backlight

Cons: Takes some time and patience to get there

The Bottom Line: Taking full advantage of the 676's potential necessitates being more than a casual couch potato. With time and patience, however, it can quickly become a powerful tool in home entertainment.

Review: Purchase through Set-up: I purchased this remote on sale, from Best Buy. I had a few RewardZone coupons burning a hole in my pocket, so I thought, "why not?" Why not indeed! For the past 6 months or so I've been using the Kameleon 8 in 1 universal, ...

Pros: Simplicity Accuracy Color cover choices to coordinate

Cons: Ummm.... it can't read your mind.

The Bottom Line: Just get this remote to make your life more simple and relieve some stress. It really is an amazing remote control!!!

Review: We bought our Logitech Harmony 676 LCD Remote Control about 6 months ago. I'm not sure how much we paid, but it was new on eBay, and paid about 2/3 of retail price. My husband is a techno guy, he has to have the newest piece of electronic equipment ...

Pros: Well built, defines "universal remote", plenty of features.

Cons: Not for the easily frustrated, setup isn't painless, expensive.

The Bottom Line: If you are willing to spend the money and the time to make it work, the 676 will solve all your remote control troubles.

Review: I purchased this remote on the hopes that it would manage to bring some order to the chaotic mess that was my entertainment system. We have a DVR and a DVD jukebox plus a cable box and receiver which all have different settings and outputs and buttons. ...

Pros: Replaced 4 remotes and does everything I need. Highly customizable. Good feel.

Cons: Hard learning curve. Poor documentation and slow customer support.

The Bottom Line: I love this remote and would rate it as excellent. However, I dropped it a rating because of documentation and slow customer support. A great buy.

Review: I use my Harmony to control my Philips TP3284 TV, Panasonic DMR-E85 DVR, Sony SLV-760 VCR, Pioneer VSX-5700 AV Receiver, and my Pioneer PD-M630 CD changer. I went from 4 remotes to 1. Initial set-up on the Harmony web site was very easy. However, ...

Pros: Cool faceplates, "techie" looking, neat concept, nice software.

Cons: Packaging misleading, technical support inept, still a $100 universal remote.

The Bottom Line: Great if you have all IR devices. The menus are fairly uncomplicated until you get past the first couple of "common" functions, then you should probably have your PhD handy.

Review: I purchased this remote because I finally got fed up with needing 4 remotes to turn my DVD player on. On the back of the package it clearly states in bold print, "Works with all systems". So I think to myself, "self, this is from Logitech and seems to ...