Customer reviews from Samsung US
Samsung - Standard TV Remote Controller
Average customer rating
4.7
(328 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 328 reviews
5 Stars
254
4 Stars
59
3 Stars
9
2 Stars
1
1 Star
5
99%of customers recommend this product.
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168 out of
170)
Customer Reviews for Samsung - Standard TV Remote Controller
Customer Rating
4
SAMSUNG IR REMOTE
on July 12, 2026
Posted by: Becca71
from Phoenix
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I needed a replacement remote for my Samsung TV, and the Samsung VG-TM1240AN/ZA worked great. It was super easy to use—I just put the battery in, pointed it at the TV, and it worked right away. No setup or programming was needed.
I actually like the button layout better than some of Samsung's newer remotes because it has all the buttons I use the most, like volume, channels, menu, and input. Everything is easy to find, and the buttons have a nice feel when you press them.
The only thing to keep in mind is that it's an infrared remote, so you do need to point it at the TV for it to work. That wasn't a problem for me.
Overall, if you need a simple replacement remote that works just like the original, this is a great choice. It's affordable, reliable, and does exactly what it's supposed to do.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Features
5
Performance
4
Design
5
Value
4
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
This Samsung Universal IR Remote was easy to set u
on July 11, 2026
Posted by: Huskymomma
from IN
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This Samsung Universal IR Remote was easy to set up and worked with my TV almost immediately. The buttons are responsive, and it feels comfortable to hold. It has all the basic functions I need, making it a great replacement for my original remote. The only downside is that some advanced features may not be available depending on your TV model, but for everyday use it works very well. Overall, it's a good value and I'd recommend it if you need a reliable replacement remote. The battery life is amazing and the range for this product is by far un matched.
Anyone who wants easy set up, easy to use and in my opinion it's the best on the market to date.
Anyone who wants easy set up, easy to use and in my opinion it's the best on the market to date.
Features
5
Performance
5
Design
5
Value
4
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Great from a distance
on July 8, 2026
Posted by: Beeze
from Martinez California
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I love Samsung products all the way around. I have a cell phone, tablet, TV and remote. Not a single bad experience
I would recommend this to a friend!
Features
5
Performance
5
Design
4
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
4
No degree required
on July 8, 2026
Posted by: NS75
from Houston Texas
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] So easy to setup...it was almost like it was plug n play
I would recommend this to a friend!
Features
5
Performance
5
Design
5
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
One Remote to Rule Them All
on July 7, 2026
Posted by: Remindcontroller
from Phoenix, Arizona
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This remote deserves its own GPS tracker! It controls my Fire Stick and multiple TVs so well that every time I lose it, I spend more time looking for it than watching TV. Best invention ever—I honestly can't live without it!
Features
5
Performance
5
Design
5
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
4
Great
on July 7, 2026
Posted by: Tammy
from Glasgow ky
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Great easy to use suggest you go get one even if you don't want 😉
I would recommend this to a friend!
Features
5
Performance
5
Design
5
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Great
on July 7, 2026
Posted by: Great
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I am proud to have this product it's amazing and it's reliable so thank u Samsung from the botom of my heart
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
4
Handles great
on July 5, 2026
Posted by: Jesse210jesse
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I lost my controme and bought this Samsung universal remote and it's working 💪
I would recommend this to a friend!
Features
4
Performance
5
Design
4
Value
4
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US