Best PlayStation 4 Remotes AI pick
Chosen by an AI model from its trained knowledge, with its reasoning.
AI pick (line): Sony PS4 Media Remote
Sony's official Bluetooth remote pairs directly with the PS4 and can control TV power and volume, which makes it the only clean remote option for streaming and Blu-ray.
Not for: Shoppers who can't find genuine stock, since it's discontinued, and anyone happy using the controller or the PS App on a phone.
What the AI looks for in PlayStation 4 Remotes
- Bluetooth pairing
- The PS4 has no infrared receiver, so a remote must pair over Bluetooth. Generic IR universal remotes cannot control a PS4 directly.
- TV control
- Check that the remote can also control your TV's power and volume. Replacing a second remote is the main reason to buy one.
- Genuine stock
- Buy only clearly genuine or new-old-stock units. Discontinued accessories attract counterfeit and used listings.
Brands that matter
- Sony: Official PS4 Media Remote, now discontinued.
What to avoid
- IR universal remotes advertised as PS4-compatible
- PS5 Media Remote, which is not designed for the PS4
Questions
Can a universal remote control a PS4?
Only Bluetooth-capable hub systems can, because the PS4 has no infrared receiver; ordinary IR remotes won't work.