Sometimes the best setup upgrade is the small one you should have bought ages ago. This cheap, minimalist 2.4GHz wireless remote comes with a USB receiver and keeps things very straightforward.
The big detail is what it does not have: there is no built-in IR. That means it is focused on USB wireless use rather than trying to control a TV or other gear the old-school way.
For Kodi, it seems to be a very easy fit. It worked properly on every tested platform, including Windows and Raspberry Pi systems, which makes it a handy option for media box duty.
It also works with MiSTer, and that is where it feels especially useful. If you have been juggling a wireless USB keyboard just to get around menus or basic functions, this kind of remote can feel like a cleaner answer.
The missing IR support could still be a downside for some people. If your Kodi or MiSTer setup lives on a single display, being able to map power and volume straight to the TV would have been a nice extra.
Still, that tradeoff may not matter much if you use these devices across different displays or move hardware around. In that kind of setup, a simple USB remote can be more practical than a more ambitious all-in-one controller.
Related Options Mentioned
- Fm4 USB 2.4GHz Remote Control
- A remote with a built-in keyboard
- A model with a minimalist front and keyboard on the back
- A USB keyboard that has been used with MiSTer for years
There is also a familiar lesson here: sometimes going too cheap for too long just means living with a clumsier setup. A small remote like this will not replace every keyboard use case, but for quick control, it sounds like a smart little pick.
