# XFINITY TV Remote > Smartphone and tablet app to control Xfinity TV and DVR. (iPhone/iPad app by Comcast Interactive Media.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xfinity-tv-remote/id401629893 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Comcast Interactive Media](https://appshunter.io/developer/298960160) - Category: Entertainment, Lifestyle - Price: Free - Rating: 1.87/5 from 6,914 App Store ratings · 51 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 12.0 · 28 MB - Languages: English, Spanish - Released: 2010-11-15 - Data updated: 2026-06-10 - Monetization: free - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xfinity-tv-remote/id401629893/reviews.md ## What is XFINITY TV Remote? Use your smartphone or tablet as a remote control. Change channels, browse Xfinity On Demand, TV listings, and DVR recordings--you can even use voice commands if you've got an X1 Voice Remote. This app is included with your Xfinity X1 service. Key Features: -Tune to your preferred channels on your TV from the Listings view, and use Filters to narrow down listings by categories such as Sports, Kids, High Definition, Closed Captioning, and more. -Browse the XFINITY On Demand library featuring thousands of TV shows and movies, and launch your selection onto your TV from the app. -Use the Search feature to find TV shows, movies, or channels. -Rename the cable boxes in your home for easier identification. Features for DVR Customers: -Launch existing recordings onto your TV right from the app and delete them when you’re finished -View scheduled recordings Exclusive Features for X1 Customers: -Say it and see it with the new X1 voice remote feature. Use voice commands to change channels, find shows, get recommendations, launch apps, and more! -Conveniently change channels on your TV using the channel number keypad. -Use the directional (up, down, left, right) pad on the app for on-screen navigation, just like you would on your X1 remote. Requirements: -Reliable WiFi or cellular internet connection -XFINITY TV service with a compatible cable set-top box (for TV and DVR control). For more details, please see http://customer.comcast.com/help-and-support/xfinity-apps/eligible-cable-boxes-cable-tv-app/ -XFINITY username and password. See help links below if needed. -Some restrictions may apply. Not available in all areas. Get Help Signing In: -Create an XFINITY username and password: xfinity.com/getstarted -Look up your existing XFINITY username: xfinity.com/username -Reset your XFINITY password: xfinity.com/password Questions: -Help and support page: xfinity.com/support/xfinity-apps ## Key features - Change channels - Browse Xfinity On Demand - Manage DVR recordings - Voice command control (X1) - Search for shows and movies - View TV listings with filters ## What do users think of XFINITY TV Remote? Overall sentiment: neutral **Pros** - 👍 Convenient remote replacement - 🚀 Effective for navigating guide and on-demand - 🙌 Works well when set up properly - 💯 Great for controlling TV when remote is lost **Cons** - 🔇 No volume or power controls - 🤔 Confusing user interface with multiple sections - 🐛 Frequent crashes and connectivity issues - 🤷‍♀️ Missing key remote features like channel up/down **Commonly reported bugs** - Guide data frequently missing or unavailable - Unable to delete old/unused TV devices - Randomly launches into voice command mode - Fails to load channel guide information **Most requested features** - Add volume and power controls - Consolidate UI into a single intuitive layout - Restore remote recording functionality - Allow filtering on-demand content by 'free to me' ## Recent user reviews (10 of 51) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xfinity-tv-remote/id401629893/reviews.md ### 2/5 — Sub-par By Far *2023-05-13* The Xfinity TV Remote app does indeed function and certainly comes in clutch during those times you just can’t find your actual remote…but sadly, that’s where the fun ends. This is in no way, shape, or form a replacement or even a viable alternative to your standard Xfinity remote; most of its features and functionality are simply not there (ie. volume, channel up/down, ‘home’ button). It’s almost as if the developer quit midway through & they just let this thing go live anyway. So, am I grateful for this app in a pinch? Absolutely. If I was talking to a friend about Xfinity & feeling helpful, would I recommend it to them or even brig it up as a ‘feature’? No way. The Xfinity TV Remote leaves much to be desired…and by the looks of it, it’s going to stay that way, since it’s been getting similar ratings & reviews since Day 1 and remains sub-par all this time later. **Come on, Xfinity. We pay a pretty penny for service…so don’t we, as loyal customers, deserve a basic functional remote app?! Even Vizio offers that & the TV I purchased from them only cost $89! (That’s less than one month’s service with you.) Do you not value our business? I’m not asking you for the ability to launch a rocket from the comfort of my living room…just suggesting you provide the basic industry standard remote app. Wuddaya say?? ### 5/5 — WORKS GREAT AND YOU MUST READ! *2022-09-25, version 3.10.0* Just as a previous comment had said, you must read. After accepting defeat of losing my remote.. I decided to download this app. When I saw all the 1 stars on here I was myself skeptical of downloading it. Went ahead just for the heck of it to see if it will somewhat do a decent job of being my new remote and turns out it works good and completely is a convenient replacement of my wandering old remote. Hate that there isn’t a volume/ power button but other than that, this app has my 5 stars! ### 5/5 — Works completely fine, ignore negative rants *2022-04-08, version 3.10.0* It’s equal parts astounding and terrifying how much of Xfinity’s negative perception would be erased if people took two seconds to think. Your iPhone CAN NOT transmit a IR signal to your tv. This is because this is PHYSICALLY IMPOSSIBLE. Your X1 remote pairs to your tv during setup and does not talk to the box when you hit the volume button. Maybe this app should be renamed to something without “remote” in it, idk. I do wish there was a dark mode though 😝 ### 5/5 — Works great *2021-11-27, version 3.10.0* Idk why this has such a low rating? It Connected with all my boxes instantly after signing in and works just like my normal remote does. Even could use the voice command function and opened up HBO max with it. Perfect for when your laying in bed and can’t find the remote lol 5⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Edit After reading reviews and seeing peoples complaints it’s obvious that no one takes the time to look through the app and find everything that you’re complaining the app doesn’t have.. it’s all there… arrow and enter buttons being able to look through the guide being able to set to record… it’s all there except a volume function but honestly not that big of a deal… anyways before posting a bogus bad review take the time to learn how to use the app.. honestly not that complicated 🤪 ### 1/5 — Don’t bother *2021-10-09, version 3.10.0* This app worked perfectly for two years—no glitches at all. Then a couple of weeks ago, it quit. Although I could open the guide, it couldn’t download the guide data that would show what show was on which channel and when. I thought it was a slowdown and would resolve itself, but it didn’t. I tried a few times a day to access the guide, and it would give me the same error message: “Unable to load information because the server stopped responding.” I upgraded my iOS, and made no difference. I even deleted the app and reinstalled, and I get the same error. Obviously the problem is on Xfinity’s end, and they’ve had at least two weeks to fix it, but they either are unable to fix it or don’t care. Bottom line: don’t plan on using this app for its guide or remote purposes, because you’ll just get frustrated. I also have DirectTV, and its app works perfectly, so I’m abandoning this Xfinity app in favor of DirectTV. ### 1/5 — Poor design *2021-09-09, version 3.10.0* This app is so poorly designed. Why on earth would developers think users want to see a blank screen a keyboard when first opening the app. There’s no reason why the app can’t open up to the actual controls. You have to press the microphone just to get to the main screen that, for some reason, has 3 separate sections?? voice, directional controls, number pad. All this would literally fit on one screen. When changing the tv you want to control, a whole screen pops up just so the device names can be tiny in the corner. this app is so crudely designed. I don’t know who designed this or who is in charge of the maintenance, but I suggest they find another job because this is a poor attempt at good user interface. It hasn’t changed in YEARS. The ONLY positive thing about this app is that in the event there’s an issue w the remote, I can control the TV. Wish there was power/volume controls though. Also not sure why xfinity has a million apps. Why can’t there just be ONE app to consolidate my account, xfi, remote, home, hotspot, like this is annoying. The only separate app I can understand is the Stream app. do better Xfinity. Customers don’t pay an arm and a leg just to be neglected. ### 5/5 — Saved by an angel *2021-09-01, version 3.10.0* My remote disappeared & the service rep who answered my call saved the day! . He patiently walked me through the steps to download the tv remote app . Yes, it is not perfect but having my original remote that came with the tv saved tv the day. The app does not have an on/off switch but the remote that came with the tv did. The tech , Angel, shifted my ang into a smile by the time we were finished! Wish I had requested a new remote . In the grand scheme of things it all happened as it could. ### 4/5 — Changes needed for this to be really good. *2021-06-30, version 3.10.0* I love this app for iPhone & iPad. It's voiceover and Zoom friendly for those who are blind and visually impaired. However I have large print enabled on both of my devices and the app wont cater to that. So while large print enabled on my devices it'll show is very small print for the app. That definitely needs to be changed. Also, several of my friends in the Linus community have noticed that the remote feature and this app does not include buttons for power on/off and volume/mute as well as channel up/down. It has every other button available. This too needs to be changed. There also needs to be a way to toggle accessibility settings on and off through the app like an actual remote. Other than that it's a really great app. ### 4/5 — It works now *2021-06-05, version 3.10.0* ***If you update your TVs or cable boxes, you may need to delete and reinstall the app!*** My previous review of one star has now been upgraded to four stars, almost 5. This is because they fixed almost all issues. The remote works fine on both of my Samsung smart TVs. The only issue so far, is that it is not possible to delete previous or old TVs. I switched out my TVs and updated the cable boxes and now the “Edit Devices” section in Settings shows both new and old TVs with no option to remove or delete. The app still works but can be confusing if TV names are the same. iPhone 12 Pro Max iOS 14.6 ### 5/5 — Cannot click to day and time *2021-04-26, version 3.10.0* Since last update, cannot change day and time to look at. Have to scroll screen to get to a future date? Previously could go to date and time in upper left hand corner. Find it glaring, with the enormous amount of complaints, there are no comments from “ app support” ? Either they have no intention on fixing the problems, and or do not care! Newest update appears to have resolved prior day and time issue. Changing to 5 stars for now. ## Frequently asked questions about XFINITY TV Remote ### What does the XFINITY TV Remote app do? This app allows you to use your smartphone or tablet as a remote control for your Xfinity TV service. You can change channels, browse Xfinity On Demand content, view TV listings, manage DVR recordings, and even use voice commands if you have an X1 Voice Remote. ### What are the key features of the XFINITY TV Remote app? Key features include tuning to channels with filters, browsing and launching Xfinity On Demand selections, searching for content, managing DVR recordings, and for X1 customers, voice command control and on-screen navigation. ### Is the XFINITY TV Remote app free to use? Yes, this app is included with your Xfinity X1 service and is free to use for eligible customers. There are no additional costs associated with downloading or using the app itself. ### What are the requirements to use the XFINITY TV Remote app? You need a reliable WiFi or cellular internet connection, Xfinity TV service with a compatible cable set-top box, and your Xfinity username and password to sign in. Some restrictions may apply, and it's not available in all areas. ### How can I use the XFINITY TV Remote app for my DVR? If you are a DVR customer, you can use the app to launch existing recordings onto your TV, delete them when you're finished, and view your scheduled recordings directly from your mobile device. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 3.10.0 — 2021-04-26 Now it's even easier to see what you can watch in the future. We've fixed a bug with our latest version so you can select future dates and times of TV listings. ### 3.9.0 — 2020-11-19 Your privacy is important. We’ve made it easier to learn about Xfinity’s privacy practices in this latest release. Visit us at Xfinity.com/privacy. ### 3.8.4 — 2020-01-02 Your privacy is important. We’ve made it easier to learn about Xfinity’s privacy practices in this latest release. Visit us at Xfinity.com/privacy. ### 3.8.3 — 2019-05-29 Now, Comcast Business customers can use the Xfinity TV Remote app to change the channel on multiple devices with one, easy-to-use interface. When you’re in the app, simply tap on the channel you want and select the devices you’d like to tune to that channel. ### 3.8.2 — 2019-04-22 We’re open for business! 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