overview

THE GOOD
Better shape than previous Harmony remotes; strong backlight; choice between device or activity usage; intuitive, Web-based programming.

THE BAD
No rechargeable battery option; numeric keypad buttons are too small and grouped too closely together; Web interface might intimidate nontechie users.

THE BOTTOM LINE
The PC-programmable Logitech Harmony 550 universal remote control offers a sleek design, an impressive feature set, and a manageable price tag.

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Average CNET Reader Rating: 7.5 out of 10

CNET Reader Reviews

  1. March 6, 2007 07:36
    Good
    1.5/5
    Even though my tv's exact model number was in Harmony's database, the remote was unable to control my tv! It was unable to change the input (it just caused the menu to be displayed), and what it was trying to do wasn't even close to how my tv works!...  read more »

    - bstreakx

  2. May 1, 2006 09:00

    4.5/5
    After taking the plunge into HD in Janurary, and purchasing a new Sony Bravia XBR40 LCD TV, a Pioneer Elite 72vsx Receiver, Sony DVP-NS70H DVD player, & a Directv H-20 Sat receiver and adding them to my Panasonic VCR & Sony LD player, my rem...  read more »

    - friver

  3. October 12, 2006 07:44
    Terrible
    0.5/5
    I bought this remote and was all fired up and ready to rock. I opened the box, loaded in the software, loaded up my devices and I was rolling along for a week then it died! No biggy, I just took it back and got another. After going thought the pr...  read more »

    - solarisx


Where to Buy

Store In Stock Shipping Price
Dell Small Business Yes

$89.99

J&R Music and Computer World

Savings, Selection & Service since 1971

Yes

$89.99

Best Buy Yes

$99.99

Amazon.com Yes

$79.99

* Taxes and Shipping costs are estimates and may vary slightly from stores' exact taxes and shipping costs.

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