Best Universal Remotes for TiVo & Other DVRs

It's spreading like wildfire. All over the country, people are increasingly crazy about their digital video recorders (DVR) or TiVo systems. A busy schedule no longer has to stand in the way of you favorite television series or movie premiere - just set it to record, and be on your way. It's the hottest thing in entertainment convenience, but figuring out how to make it gel with the rest of your electronics may not be so easy. The best way to make it all work is to find a universal remote that will handle your DVR or TiVo and work your television, too. Below are some of the best universal DVR and TiVo remotes on the market today.

Logitech Harmony 670 Advanced Universal Remote ($113.39 - Buy.com)

This sleek looking device handles all of your remote control needs with single-handed ease. The Logitech Harmony 670 is designed specifically with users of TiVo and other popular digital video recorders in mind. Not only does it handle all of your DVR needs, it allows you to easily navigate your entire entertainment center. With Smart State technology, this universal remote also features a button to help users troubleshoot simple problems.

Universal Remote Control MX-500 ($68.99 - Amazon.com)

This universal remote can handle all of your DVR needs, but it much more affordable than some others, such as the Harmony line. The MX-500 universal remote features an LCD screen and joystick maneuverability, as well as automatic program cloning if more than one remote is needed. This universal remote can also send out multiple commands at once with its macros functions, so it makes navigating your entertainment system easier than ever.

8-Device Kameleon Screen Universal Remote ($40.99 - Shopila.com)

This remote may be inexpensive, but it's a great value. The electro-luminescent touch display panel displays only those buttons for the device in use, making operation a breeze. The buttons are clearly marked and easy to differentiate, so you get where you want to be more quickly. Also, the Kameleon Screen Universal Remote also learns codes from your existing remote, saving you time and effort spent in programming. It easily operates the television, DVD player, VCR, DVR or TiVo, Auxiliary and more!

Univeral DVR-compatible remotes are a great gift to yourself or someone you love. So many different devices are commonplace in the home today - televisions, satellite receivers, DVRs or TiVo, DVD players, surround sound systems. When different technologies collide, a universal remote can help bring them all together for maximum enjoyment.