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Logitech Harmony 880

Identical in purpose to the other remotes in the Harmony Line, the Logitech Harmony 880 offers an excellent balance of features which places it squarely in the upper middle of the Harmony line. It allows you to control more devices than the 6xx and 5xx models but is strictly IR and therefore line of sight as opposed to the RF capabilities of the Harmony 890 and Harmony 1000. In terms of ease of use, the 880 (as well as the rest of the Harmony line) surpasses virtually every other brand of remote available. Presently, only Universal Remote Control Inc offers an equivalent level of ease of system control, however; the brands differ significantly in the features they offer. URC remotes typically allow you to control more devices (up to 255, vs. up to 15 for Harmony) but, they are also generally programmable only by the dealer.

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Logitech Harmony 880 angled
MSRP $249.00
Release date May, 2005
Brand Logitech
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74
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7 positive
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1 negative

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Activity-based control and system state awareness simplifies control of your whole system.
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Color LCD display.
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Rechargeable battery and comes with charging base.
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Fully backlit
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Extremely easy to program and customize using a PC and the web.
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Favorite channels ICONS
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Charging base is temperamental at best.
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old-fashioned user interface
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too expensive
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Poor build quality. Buttons fall off / stop working after relatively short lifetime.
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Limited to controlling only 15 devices.
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Details

By contrast, the Harmony 880 (and indeed the entire Harmony line) can be programmed by the end user in the comfort of his/her own home using the web and a PC. Among other things, this offers an enhanced level of customization as well as enhancing the users familiarity with their system. Additionally, the Harmony becomes a less expensive purchase since it is less expensive overall and bypasses the expense of having to have an installer come make a house call every time a change is made to the A/V system. Other excellent features include full backlighting, a color LCD display and rechargeable battery with charging station.

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Logitech Harmony 880

• Logitech Harmony 880 Advanced Universal Remote Control

UPC: 840356395142

EAN: 840356813028

MPN: 966187-0403

Competitors

Logitech Harmony 880 is ranked 2nd among it's competitors.  See the top picks in Universal Remotes »
Logitech Harmony One

Logitech Harmony One

MSRP  $250.00    Released  February, 2008
Pros
  • Rechargeable using included cradle
  • Full-color touch screen
  • Configurable using your computer via USB
Cons
  • No RF support
  • Display flickers
  • TV stations are difficult to configure, require images in a specific resolution and format. No database available.
ProSCORE
13 reviews
64
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vote Logitech Harmony 880 33% vs. vote Logitech Harmony One 67%
Logitech Harmony 1000

Logitech Harmony 1000

MSRP  $500.00    Released  January, 2007
Pros
  • RF remote doesn't require line of sight
  • Touchscreen interface
  • Entry-level touch screen
  • Does what it promises; simple, reliable operation of your home theater in one device
Cons
  • Lacking the customization you'd expect from a touch screen remote; too many pre-defined screens
  • Expensive
ProSCORE
2 reviews
67
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Philips Prestigo SRT9320

Philips Prestigo SRT9320

MSRP  $249.00    Released  February, 2009
Pros
  • large touchscreen
  • doesn't need a computer to be programmed
  • can control up to 20 devices
Cons
  • no RF support
  • no charging dock
  • high price
ProSCORE
5 reviews
88
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Acoustic Research ARRU449

Acoustic Research ARRU449

MSRP  $400.00    Released  November, 2007
Pros
  • Guide is available directly on the remote
  • Don't need to look up codes on the internet
  • Can check weather and sports without interrupting TV use
Cons
  • Filtering through catalog of codes can be annoying
  • News, sports and weather not really necessary
  • Expensive
ProSCORE
4 reviews
47
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Logitech Harmony 890

Logitech Harmony 890

MSRP  $399.00    Released  --
Pros
  • Great support by Logitech
  • Charging dock
  • Large database of IR codes for many devices
  • Priced well compared to other RF programmable remotes
Cons
  • hard buttons have very small writing and are very difficult to see in low light
  • One year warranty is not long enough.
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5 reviews
83
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Logitech Harmony 688

Logitech Harmony 688

MSRP  $130.00    Released  --

All of the features of the Logitech Harmony 659 plus dedicated buttons designed for digital video recorders.Easy to use, easy to set-up.Stylish design for comfortable and complete TiVo/DVR control.Page buttons for on-screen guide navigation.4 one-touch activity buttons.Full control of all brands and devices.No macro programming required.2MB non-volatile flash memory.Super bright backlight.Free TV listings for....

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Logitech Harmony 680

Logitech Harmony 680

MSRP  $150.00    Released  --
Pros
  • Once configured, using the remote is very intuitive
  • Setup is extremely easy
  • Activity-based: control multiple devices in order
Cons
  • Online software can be problematic
  • Too many Harmony models with minor differentiation
  • Not enough programmable buttons for some components (e.g., multidisc DVD)
ProSCORE
6 reviews
50
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Logitech Harmony 676

Logitech Harmony 676

MSRP  $199.95    Released  --

With the Logitech Harmony 676 advanced universal remote control, a single button is all it takes. That´s right: Just press “Watch a Movie,” “Listen to Music,” or “Watch TV” on your Harmony 676 and all your equipment turns on and automatically adjusts to the right settings. It´s called Smart State Technology®, and it will...

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Comments

1.  avatar heapatrouble said:

I've made about 8 changes to my system since I purchased this remote, and the 880 has accomodated every one. Presently, the only device in my system it doesn't control is the HTPC, which is a custom build. Since I purchased it, it has virtually eliminated tech support calls from my wife.
Aug 18, 2007 11:48pm
2.  avatar desjardinsy001 said:

This remote is a dream come true, the software is very intuitive. However the color display is just a "nice to have" but really doesn't help much. The price difference between the blue version and this one (~100$) might not warrant going color.
Dec 13, 2007 2:53pm
3.  avatar squalorking said:

I think it's really funny "limited to 15 devices" is listed as a con. Does it support media centers? As in front row or Vista media center?
Dec 13, 2007 2:57pm
4.  avatar desjardinsy001 said:

Using the screen to put icons of favorite channels is a BIG plus.
Dec 13, 2007 3:43pm
5.  avatar desjardinsy001 said:

Who has more than 15 devices in his home theater?
Dec 13, 2007 4:06pm
6.  avatar freeordie0 said:

Big improvement over 688...the buttons are much nicer. I like the web setup interface, though I would guess my girlfirend wouldn't, but then again, she would never get a universal remote. It's well designed, and feels good in the hand. I considered a touch screen model from Harmony and from others, but those are mostly two handed giants. The new logitech harmony one has a touch screen, and could be good, but is pricey.

This is the one gadget/piece of electronics that I own that my woman endorses.
Mar 04, 2008 10:13pm
7.  avatar Troy McKinnon said:

Stopped charging properly after 2 years. Won't sit correctly in cradle.
Oct 14, 2009 4:18pm
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desjardinsy001

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December 13, 2007
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1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

Pros

  • Activity-based control and system state awareness simplifies control of your whole system.
  • Color LCD display.
  • Rechargeable battery and comes with charging base.
  • Fully backlit
  • Extremely easy to program and customize using a PC and the web.
  • Favorite channels ICONS

Cons

  • Charging base is temperamental at best.

Comments

"This remote is a dream come true, the software is very intuitive. However the color display is just a "nice to have" but really doesn't help much. The price difference between the blue version and this one (~100$) might not warrant going color."
"Using the screen to put icons of favorite channels is a BIG plus."
"Who has more than 15 devices in his home theater?"

Competitors

desjardinsy001 prefers Logitech Harmony 880 over Logitech Harmony One
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heapatrouble

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August 18, 2007
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1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

Pros

  • Activity-based control and system state awareness simplifies control of your whole system.
  • Color LCD display.
  • Rechargeable battery and comes with charging base.
  • Fully backlit
  • Extremely easy to program and customize using a PC and the web.

Cons

  • Charging base is temperamental at best.
  • Limited to controlling only 15 devices.

Comments

"I've made about 8 changes to my system since I purchased this remote, and the 880 has accomodated every one. Presently, the only device in my system it doesn't control is the HTPC, which is a custom build. Since I purchased it, it has virtually eliminated tech support calls from my wife."
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freeordie0

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March 4, 2008
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ProSCORE
100
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6 pros
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1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

Pros

  • Activity-based control and system state awareness simplifies control of your whole system.
  • Color LCD display.
  • Rechargeable battery and comes with charging base.
  • Fully backlit
  • Extremely easy to program and customize using a PC and the web.
  • Favorite channels ICONS

Cons

Did not agree with any cons

Comments

"Big improvement over 688...the buttons are much nicer. I like the web setup interface, though I would guess my girlfirend wouldn't, but then again, she would never get a universal remote. It's well designed, and feels good in the hand. I considered a touch screen model from Harmony and from others, but those are mostly two handed giants. The new logitech harmony one has a touch screen, and could be good, but is pricey.

This is the one gadget/piece of electronics that I own that my woman endorses."
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Fernando Arias Marqu?s

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July 27, 2009
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67
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Pros

  • Activity-based control and system state awareness simplifies control of your whole system.
  • Color LCD display.
  • Rechargeable battery and comes with charging base.
  • Fully backlit
  • Extremely easy to program and customize using a PC and the web.
  • Favorite channels ICONS

Cons

  • Charging base is temperamental at best.
  • old-fashioned user interface
  • too expensive

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mshovelt

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August 6, 2009
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ProSCORE
71
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5 pros
2 cons
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Pros

  • Activity-based control and system state awareness simplifies control of your whole system.
  • Color LCD display.
  • Rechargeable battery and comes with charging base.
  • Fully backlit
  • Extremely easy to program and customize using a PC and the web.

Cons

  • Charging base is temperamental at best.
  • Poor build quality. Buttons fall off / stop working after relatively short lifetime.

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yvedb

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April 29, 2009
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1 pro
3 cons

Pros

  • Activity-based control and system state awareness simplifies control of your whole system.

Cons

  • Charging base is temperamental at best.
  • old-fashioned user interface
  • too expensive

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Sri

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February 24, 2008
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4 pros
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0 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

Pros

  • Activity-based control and system state awareness simplifies control of your whole system.
  • Color LCD display.
  • Rechargeable battery and comes with charging base.
  • Extremely easy to program and customize using a PC and the web.

Cons

Did not agree with any cons

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Erik

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August 19, 2007
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Pros

  • Activity-based control and system state awareness simplifies control of your whole system.

Cons

Did not agree with any cons

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Erik prefers Logitech Harmony One over Logitech Harmony 880
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Troy McKinnon

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October 14, 2009
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"Stopped charging properly after 2 years. Won't sit correctly in cradle. "
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