Remote Control for Vizio TV

What it does

Remote Control for Vizio TV turns a compatible Android phone or tablet with an infrared transmitter into a remote for a Vizio television. It suits people who want to send commands directly from a device that already has the required IR hardware. The app does not work by itself as a general-purpose remote: the device needs an IR blaster, and that transmitter must be pointed toward the TV.

What to check before relying on it

Compatibility depends on the specific phone or tablet, not just its Android software. The supplied information names some older HTC, LG, Lenovo, Alcatel and Samsung devices as examples, but does not establish support for every model in those families. It describes a typical operating distance of about 3 to 10 feet. On some tablets, the IR transmitter is on a side edge rather than the top, so its position and aim can affect whether commands reach the television.

Who stands behind it

The listed developer is npe. The app’s disclaimer says it is not affiliated with or endorsed by Vizio. That distinction matters: the name describes the televisions it is intended to control, but it does not indicate that the television maker publishes or supports the app. The supplied material also says the software is provided without warranties and limits the developer’s liability.

Listing record

The app is listed in Video Players & Editors. It has a 3.5-star rating from 5,555 ratings and more than 1,000,000 installs. Those figures show that many people have tried it, but they do not confirm that it will work with a particular device or television. Check for an IR transmitter on your Android device before treating this as a replacement for a physical remote.