Mi Remote Controller is a free utility tool developed by Xiaomi for use with its range of smartphones and tablets. It is a remote control app that helps users operate and manage their appliances and electronics at home. It uses the built-in IR blaster on their devices to do so.

Compared to SURE Universal Remote for TV or Peel Smart Remote, the Mi Remote Controller app boasts a similarly clean and intuitive user interface with large buttons and clear menus. It also comes with the added benefit of wide product type support and compatibility will multiple brands and models.

Remote for everything

Xiaomi is known to offer impressive hardware and feature sets at relatively affordable price points, providing plenty of value for the money. It's also one of the few companies that still include the good 'ol IR blaster in its devices for controlling all kinds of electronic devices. It even has an in-house developed companion app called Mi Remote Controller to take full advantage of its capabilities.

Upon opening the app, you can immediately pick a device, which includes Xiaomi-branded electronics and other manufacturers like Samsung, Sony, and more. What's nice is that regardless of which one you choose, you get dynamic control layouts that adapt to the functions and capabilities of the chosen device. Each one features a sleek and modern design that is intuitive to use.

Another notable aspect of the app is that it's not exclusive to Xiaomi smartphones and tablets as it also works with other brands like Samsung, Huawei, and the like. Now, there are two things that could be improved on in future updates, with the first being overall speed and performance. The other is to extend the list of supported brands for greater compatibility.

Intuitive and capable

If you're looking for a new remote control app and your device is compatible with it, the Mi Remote Controller is a capable solution to check out. Its sleek UI is combined with wide device support and intuitive operation. Navigation could be speedier and more brands could be added to its list, but aside from that, it gets an easy recommendation. Try it and see for yourself.