Sofabaton X2 Review: The Harmony Replacement with Home Assistant?

The Sofabaton X2 aims to replace multiple remotes and even step into the space left behind by the Logitech Harmony Elite. With support for IR, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and RF devices, plus direct Home Assistant integration via MQTT, this premium smart remote promises to take control of your entire entertainment and smart home setup. In this review, I test the X2 with a range of devices including TVs, soundbars, streaming boxes and consoles, explore its Activities feature, and show how it can trigger Home Assistant automations to control lighting and smart devices. But can it truly replace the Harmony Elite? And is it worth the premium price? 🔎 What you’ll learn • What’s included & build quality • Setup & app experience • Device compatibility & connectivity options • Activities & automation control • Home Assistant MQTT integration • Real-world usage & performance • Pros, cons & who it’s for 🛒 BUY THE SOFABATON X2 https://geni.us/n9BC3B Sofabaton Direct: Use Discount Code 👉 byteofgeek20 (not valid with other offers) Amazon: Use Discount Code 👉 BYTEOFGEEKX2 🛒 BUY THE SOFABATON X1S https://geni.us/IDECq Amazon: Use Discount Code 👉 BYTEGEEKX1S ℹ️ You should know that as an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. By buying through any of the links below I will earn commission at no extra cost to you, however in doing so you are helping to support the channel. 📺 Watch next: Explore my other Home Assistant tutorials and smart home setup videos here:    • Home Assistant - Smart Home and Automation   👀 Check out what Smart Home Devices I currently use https://www.byteofgeek.com/smart-home... ✨ About Byte of Geek Byte of Geek is your go-to channel for Home Assistant, smart home technology, and DIY automation. Subscribe for tutorials, setup guides, and reviews that help you build a smarter, more connected home. 👍 Remember to SUBSCRIBE to the channel so you don't miss future content 🙌 SUPPORT THE CHANNEL Become a channel member and get access to exclusive perks:    / @byteofgeek   Buy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/byteofgeek 🌐 READ MORE My Website: https://www.byteofgeek.com 🔍 YOU CAN FIND ME ON Discord:   / discord   Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/byteofgeek.b... Instagram:   / byteofgeek   Facebook:   / byteofgeek   Twitter:   / byteofgeek   #SmartHome #HomeAssistant #SofaBaton 0:00 Intro 0:52 Welcome 1:14 Unboxing 3:41 Setup 4:25 Connectivity Options 6:16 Device 1 7:30 Device 2 7:54 Device 3 8:10 Device 4 8:55 Device 5 9:49 Activities 11:20 Home Assistant 12:30 Real World Use 13:44 Comparison 14:58 Issues 16:29 Outro