# Universal Remote For Sceptre

> Sceptre Universal Remote is easy to configure by following two-step guideline.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.illusions.sceptreuniversalremote](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.illusions.sceptreuniversalremote)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.illusions.sceptreuniversalremote`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** illlusions Inc
- **Category:** TOOLS
- **Downloads:** 30,870
- **Rating:** 2.87 / 5 (146 ratings)
- **Version:** 2.0
- **Last updated:** 2023-07-06
- **First published:** 2019-04-08
- **Publisher country:** PK
- **Size:** 9.17 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-09
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.illusions.sceptreuniversalremote)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://privacy-policy-illution.blogspot.com/p/privacy-policy.html](https://privacy-policy-illution.blogspot.com/p/privacy-policy.html)

## Description

The **Universal Remote For Sceptre** by Illusions Inc is a lightweight, easy-to-install Chrome extension designed to emulate all functions of a traditional Sceptre remote control. Users can configure the remote following a simple two-step guide, with helpful screenshots available for reference. Once configured, devices are saved under "Saved Devices" for quick future access.

This IR-based remote requires a built-in IR blaster on your device and supports controlling various Sceptre products including TVs, set-top boxes, projectors, AV receivers, home theaters, and DVDs. Additional features include toggling vibration feedback on button presses and managing multiple configured devices easily. Note that this is a third-party app developed for user convenience and is not officially affiliated with Sceptre.

## Rankings

- #364,522 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.TRANSMIT_IR`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.applovin.array.apphub.permission.BIND_APPHUB_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.illusions.sceptreuniversalremote.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

User experiences with 'Universal Remote For Sceptre' vary widely. Some users find it very helpful and fully functional, especially with non-Sceptre devices. However, multiple reviews highlight significant drawbacks such as frequent and disruptive ads, failure to work with many Sceptre TVs, complicated setup, and lack of customer support, making it frustrating for many.

### Pros

- Works perfectly for some users
- Helps users a lot when it works
- Compatible with various devices beyond Sceptre TVs

### Cons

- Excessive and intrusive advertisements
- Does not function with many Sceptre TV models
- Requires reprogramming each time before use
- Difficult or impossible setup process
- Poor or no support and no response to emails

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.illusions.sceptreuniversalremote)