The 5 Best Xbox Series x TV remotes (2023 reviews)

If you are watching a streaming service through your Xbox, this remote is the best option out there. The xbox one talon universal remote is designed to function as a normal remote that can change channels and adjust volume on your television. It works well, but unlike xbox controllers which use bluetooth, the remote needs a direct line of sight to the xbox. The look is very modern with even the battery access being hidden without any noticeable extra lines on the remote.

The backlight is just bright enough to make using it in the dark as easy as if the lights were on, but is soft enough to be easy on the eyes. The remote itself feels well-made.

Why We Like This:

Has an accelerometer based back light function which works great
Works well buttons feel good and the remote has a good feeling overall
Much nicer to use for media over the xbox controller
Perfect for setups where you just watch netflix or prime on the xbox

Best Runner up: PDP Media Remote

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This media remote helps you take control of your xbox with everything you need, right at your fingertips. It's a soft rubber touch that makes it easy to tell when you're on a button and when you've pushed a button. The Button inputs are responsive and this remote is a great addition if you're tired of turning on a controller to control media.

It works as a TV remote for your Xbox, the games you play will recognize this isn't a controller to play on, so if you try it won't work. The first second is at full brightness (which is fairly dim), while the lights are fading out through the last second. The media remote helps you take control of your xbox with everything you need, right at your fingertips. It fits tightly and does not fall off. The PDP remote is a nice addition when using the Xbox as the occasional Blu-ray player or a media center.

Why We Like This:

Works well for navigating tv apps through x box
Made life easier and xbox more practical
Nice to have a backlit remote for media usage
Very simple, easy to follow instruction

Best for Series S console: 8bitdo Xbox Series x TV Remote

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Best part: 8bitdo xbox series x tv remote costs comparatively low and it is available to ship in 24 hours. The remote control only works for the Xbox. The only "default" of it, is that the "motion" sensor in it is really sensible, and simply by walking by the remote, or putting a glass beside it can lit it up. It pretty much works out of the box when you slap in batteries. This button can be set, via the Series X|S settings app, to launch a program you have installed. All other buttons are smooth and the directional ones have tiny dots that really can't be felt.

The sensor light control is good for the dark but not sure how long battery will last with the backlight always coming on with the slightest movement. There is no back light which makes using the remote a pain in the dark.

Why We Like This:

Nice clicky buttons and good weight for its size
Back-lit buttons are not too bright and easy to see
Makes your xbox an streaming device

Best Media Remote: Nargos Xbox Series x TV Remote

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If you are looking for an XBOX remote that will give you the ability to control as much as you possibly can, then go ahead and do yourself a favor and spend the extra couple of dollars and purchase this one. The 8bitdo media remote is a solid remote. It's an infrared remote but it's powerful enough you don't have to point it at the device every time. It will only work on the xbox and the devices the console can control.

The remote works via infrared so you have to actually aim at the xbox in order to adjust the volume and not the soundbar itself. It can so long as you have HDMI arc control enabled from your xbox settings to the external soundbar. It is good in the hand and is similar size to other longer remotes. This is a great controller for the XBOX platform, no matter which console you may own.

Why We Like This:

Great for watching netflix, disney plus, hulu, ect
Good investment for long term

Best value for money: Ubay Xbox Series x TV Remote

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Not everyone likes to purchase remote for their daily purpose, but the ubay xbox series x tv remote would be an anomoly. There is no need for a manual on this type of remote, simply put 2 AAA batteries and its good to go. It is compatible with xbox xbox one, xbox series x, and xbox series preprogrammed. It has volume, channel change button/rocker w/mute button. The cover slides off for easy battery installation, then point at your system and press the buttons and boom it works. The remote also has a feature that when you pick it up the keypad backlighting comes on automatically making nighttime usage seamless.

It lights up every use completely.

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