BestRemotes for Apple TViMore2020

While all Apple TVs come with the Siri Remote, some people just don't like using it. Lucky for you, there are other options if you feel like you want a better experience. Whether you hate the Siri Remote, lost your old one, or are just scouting out the market, these are the best remotes to control your Apple TV.

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All-in-one control center: Caavo Control Center

Staff Favorite

The Caavo Control Center has included remote and is perfect for anyone that uses multiple set-top boxes, such as the Apple TV, game consoles, and more.

$60 at Amason

The OG: Apple Siri Remote

This black glass remote is what ships with all new Apple TVs. Use the touch trackpad on top of the remote to navigate through menus and control playback.

$58 at Amazon

Upgrade pick: Logitech Harmony 950

If you want a remote control that can do absolutely everything and price isn't a concern, the Logitech Harmony 950 is hands-down the best remote.

$179 at Amazon

Value pick: Logitech Harmony Smart Control

The Smart Control lets you control all of your devices, including your Apple TV, from either the remote itself or your iPhone, using the companion app.

$100 at Amazon

Built-in preset: Inteset 4-in-1 Universal remote

Simply by pushing either the A, B, C, or D buttons, you can set up the remote to function for Apple TV, Xbox One, Windows Media Center, and Roku, respectively.

$26 at Amazon

Budget pick: GE 4-device universal remote (33709)

Although GE 33709 is a very basic remote, it can still work with four devices at once. It also uses conventional AAA batteries which aren't included.

$10 at Amazon

For the gamers: SteelSeries Nimbus

Gaming on Apple TV is so much more fun with a controller, and the MFi certified SteelSeries Nimbus is one of the best options around.

$50 at Amason

Our recommendations

If you're ok with the original Siri Remote, then, by all means, stick with it. But for my money, the Caavo Control Center is the best remote around for the Apple TV. The voice controls are responsive, letting you easily switch back and forth between apps and channels across your Apple TV, cable box, and other entertainment devices (including the smart TV itself).

If you want something that doesn't require you to hook anything else to your Apple TV, try the Logitech Harmony 950. It's an excellent universal remote with programmable activities that also lets you quickly switch between devices. The touch screen allows you to quickly tap and swipe through your available devices, from your Apple TV to your Blu-ray player.

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Follow the steps for your type of remote. After each step, see if you still need help.

Siri Remote or Apple TV Remote*

1. Press Menu or Apple TV App/Home on your remote to check if your Apple TV is asleep.
2. Stay within range of your Apple TV when you use your Siri Remote, since the remote relies on Bluetooth. If you're nearby but the volume controls don't respond, move anything that blocks the path between your remote and the front of your television or receiver. For volume, your remote sometimes needs a line of sight to the IR sensor on the front of your home-theater equipment.
3. Charge your Siri Remote or Apple TV Remote for 30 minutes using a Lightning to USB cable and a USB wall charger.
4. Point your remote three inches away from your Apple TV. Then press and hold your remote's Menu and Volume Up buttons for five seconds. If asked, place your remote on top of Apple TV to complete pairing.
5. Unplug your Apple TV from the wall power outlet. Wait at least six seconds, then plug it back in.
6. If you have an Apple Remote (aluminum or white), try it instead of your Siri Remote. Or, if you already set up your Apple TV, you can use the Apple TV Remote app for iOS to control your Apple TV.
   If you still need help, contact Apple Support.

Apple Remote (aluminum or white)

1. Move anything that blocks the path between your Apple Remote and the front of your Apple TV, television, receiver, and sound bar.
2. Unlink your Apple Remote to your Apple TV. On your Apple Remote, hold down Menu and Left for six seconds. Then on your Apple TV, look for above an icon of a remote.
3. Link your Apple Remote to your Apple TV. On your Apple Remote, hold down Menu and Right for six seconds. Then on your Apple TV, look for above an icon of a remote.
4. Unplug your Apple TV from the wall power outlet. Wait at least six seconds, then plug it back in.
5. Replace the battery in your Apple Remote.

Get more help

• If you need more information about the Apple TV Remote app for iOS
• If you want to learn how to use your Siri Remote or Apple Remote (aluminum or white)
• If you need to pair or unpair your Apple Remote (aluminum or white)

*Apple TV 4K and Apple TV HD ships with the same remote everywhere. In countries and regions that support Siri, the remote is called Siri Remote. Elsewhere, it’s called Apple TV Remote. Siri works on either remote as long as your Apple TV 4K or Apple TV HD is set up with a language and country or region that supports Siri.