Best for remote control quality
TCL QM7L Pro
5.0 attribute score
Highest scored product for this attribute based on supporting review evidence.
Best TCL TVs for remote control quality
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Safest pick
TCL QM8L
4.6 attribute score
Balances the attribute score, supporting reviews, and overall product strength.
Most evidence
TCL 98QM8K
8 supporting reviews
Has the broadest review evidence for this attribute.
Best overall product
TCL X11L
4.0 overall score
Strongest overall product among items with scored evidence for this attribute.
Backlit buttons are a welcome convenience when using the TV in darkness.
Pros: picture quality, black levels
Cons: viewing angles, motion clarity
The backlit silver remote is comfortable, substantial, and unusually useful. Dedicated controls make it one of the most consistently praised accessories.
Pros: picture quality, value for money
Cons: stand quality, judder handling
The backlit metallic-looking remote is a welcome upgrade, particularly in dark rooms, though buttons and battery choices are not ideal for everyone.
Pros: peak brightness, overall satisfaction
Cons: value for money, shadow detail
The backlit remote feels premium and its illuminated keys are useful in dark rooms, although the shape will not please everyone.
Pros: peak brightness, picture quality
Cons: HDMI 2.1 port count, reflection handling
The backlit remote is comfortable, practical, and more premium than many competitors include, though the cheaper finish trails TCL's higher-end models.
Pros: peak brightness, picture quality
Cons: color accuracy, viewing angles
The backlit metal-look remote feels premium, with convenient programmable and picture-adjustment buttons.
Pros: picture quality, overall satisfaction
Cons: color crosstalk, value for money
The simple voice remote is functional and pleasant to use, with backlighting an unexpectedly helpful extra.
Pros: picture quality, value for money
Cons: viewing angles, HDR performance
The remote is straightforward and pleasant to handle, with practical shortcuts and an uncomplicated layout.
Pros: black levels, picture quality
Cons: HDR performance, blooming control
The solid, backlit remote feels premium, with direct controls that are easier to use than long menu dives.
Pros: peak brightness, blooming control
Cons: value for money, motion clarity