Have you lost remote recently and now you are searching for the best universal remote for Google Chromecast with Google TV? Well, last night when I was watching my favourite movie and wants to increase volume then I found that some of the remote keys were not functioning right.
This makes me very nervous as I don’t have any idea what to do next so after that I start searching on the internet regarding a replacement. When I search for some hours I was able to get several options and then I bought a few of them to test which one of them is working fine.
I then start using those remotes to test how they are working and which features are not available in them. Now that I have gathered all the information, I am here to provide you with a suitable choice. If you are willing to get the right choice just don’t forget to keep reading this article until the end.
Or else if you don’t want to read the whole article but rather want my recommendation then you should simply check out the conclusion section at the bottom.
Best Universal Remote For Google Chromecast With Google TV 2021
Now before I proceed to the list of the best universal remote for Google Chromecast with Google TV there are few things that you need to know. For instance, the latest Chromecast with Google TV has a completely new remote control while the old one doesn’t have any remote.
Another that you should bear in mind before purchasing a replacement remote is does that remote supports Google Voice assistant? It is because there are few brands that support Alexa while others support Google but few of them supports almost all voice assistant.
In this way, if you are using a FireTV remote then you won’t be able to use the voice command feature or else the replacement only uses Alexa then the result will be the same. Instead of this, you should also take note if that specific remote supports RF or Bluetooth connectivity.
Since most devices like Chromecast with Google TV and FireTV Stick or any other Streaming Stick don’t support IR anymore. That means if you purchase an IR based remote then unfortunately it won’t work that’s the reason why I only choose those remotes that are actually working along with Google Assistant.
Logitech Harmony Companion All in One Remote Control
I have been using harmony remotes for years and when it comes to a replacement remote-first I give a try to one of these products. So, for Google Chromecast with Google TV, I used one of my favourite Harmony Companion all-in-one remote control that does the job as it says.
This replacement remote has the ability to control over 8 devices including your FireTV Stick, Nvidia Shield, DVD Player, Blu-Rays and even some of your smart home devices. Harmony Companion also supports the voice assistant feature in which you can either use Alexa or Google Assistant.
This remote can be improved further by just adding a Google Home device in which you can dim, full or turn off lights just by using your voice. Instead of this, it comes with the Harmony Hub a device used to control IR-based devices and this is why it is called All-in-One remote control.
With this, you just need to connect all the IR-based devices to the Hub and then use the same remote to control those devices as well. It also comes with the support of an application in which you can control Google Chromecast with Google TV directly using your Android or iOS mobile.
Pros
- Harmony Companion supports Google Assistant.
- Control Home devices using Alexa.
- It works pretty fine with all Chromecast devices.
- This solves the hassle of having 8 different remotes.
- It uses both Bluetooth and IR connection.
- A mobile app is also available to control paired devices.
- Companion Hub is used to support IR devices even behind the wall.
- It has the premium look with a black finish.
- Pairing with IR devices is very easy.
Cons
- Harmony Companion is expensive (but worth the money).
- There is no LCD or Touchscreen display.
- Doesn’t support rechargeable batteries.
SofaBaton U1 Universal Remote For Chromecast with Google TV
SofaBaton U1 is the latest universal remote for Chromecast with Google TV that does support the voice command feature. With the help of this device, you can control around 15 devices including FireTV Stick, Chromecast, Nvidia and so on. The price of this remote is way cheaper than the Harmony Companion but still supports too many devices.
Unlike Harmony Companion this remote doesn’t come with the Hub but yet it has the support for IR based devices like Blu-Ray, DVD Player and so on. Since it supports IR technology that means you don’t need to use a separate remote for your TV or any other Infrared based devices at your house.
SofaBaton is packed with an OLED display that will help you to see a device that you are connected to and also provide light to use in the dark. Even though you are also getting a mobile application to manage the connected device or customize shortcut keys (these keys are only useable with IR devices).
There are three different ways to connect the device that includes IR matching mode in which you don’t need to use the original remote.
The second method is Bluetooth Mode that is used to pair Stick based devices including Chromecast and FireStick and the last one is Learning Mode that requires an original remote.
Full Review: Updated Sofabaton U1 Universal Remote Control
Pros
- SofaBaton is budget-friendly and advanced remote.
- It controls over 15 Infrared or Bluetooth devices.
- Instant pairing with IR devices using Matching Mode.
- Small OLED Screen to see which devices you are using.
- A wheel is used to toggle between different devices.
- Macro buttons to customize actions for IR devices.
- An Android and iOS app to manage devices and customize macro buttons.
- Simple and amazing design that is easy to carry.
Cons
- It doesn’t offer rechargeable batteries but you can give it a try.
- This remote doesn’t support WiFi connectivity.
- It lacks voice command capability.
Nvidia Shield Replacement Remote For Chromecast 4K UHD
Nvidia is a popular brand that is known for manufacturing gaming products but they also introduced their android box known as the Nvidia Shield TV Pro.
The best part is that this remote uses the Alexa and Google Voice assistant features which means it is also one of the best universal remote for Google Chromecast with Google TV.
I have paired this remote with my Chromecast and everything was working perfectly fine just like with the original remote. Even though there is a huge benefit because Nvidia remote has an IR Blaster. That means with this single remote you can control your TV and Chromecast easily without pairing.
I personally love this remote a lot because it has the backlit feature that you cannot see in the original one. The backlit is activated automatically when it feels motion that helps to expand battery life. It has the fastest response time and you won’t face any lag while changing the channel or controlling media.
Despite being an amazing replacement remote Nvidia is also a budget-friendly option that means you can get advanced features and save money at the same time.
I have been using it for a while and I am simply addicted to it because I don’t need to use a second remote to turn off my TV or control volume.
Pros
- This is a budget-friendly remote with advanced features.
- It supports both Alexa and Google Voice Assistant.
- IR blaster helps to control the TV without an additional remote.
- Pairing is not required to work with the TV.
- Backlit keys to use remote in the dark.
- Motion Activated backlit increases battery life.
- Quick launch button for Netflix.
- Customization button to launch apps quickly.
Cons
- There is no option to turn off backlit for a while.
- Rechargeable batteries are not supported.
- You may feel a little bit delay after using it for a long time.