By One Clear Choice Garage Doors Owner Chris Chapman
It is something so small yet it wields so much power. It is your garage door remote. Most likely attached to the visor in your car, this handheld device gets you in and out of your garage with just the click of a button.
Have you ever had to shop for a new garage door remote? If you have, then you know that the choices can be overwhelming.
We were here to help simplify things for you. When it comes to remotes you only need to remember 3 things:
Not only can universal garage door remotes cause frequency interference; they are not always compatible with your garage door opener even though they say they are “universal.”
The LiftMaster 893MAX is compatible with all LiftMaster openers manufactured since 1993. It has a motion lighting system so that you can see the buttons in the dark and is appealing to the eye as well.
From LiftMaster: This powerful multi-door control can operate three garage door openers or gate operators, or MyQ™ enabled light accessories.
It features Security+2.0™ rolling code technology that significantly reduces radio wave interference and makes it virtually impossible for anyone to steal yourremote control signal.
Plus, it’s compatible with all LiftMaster® garage door openers manufactured since 1993. Also, this garage door remote:
The 893Max 3-Button Visor Remote Control by LiftMaster retails for $41.95.
Our other top picks for best garage door opener remotes:
For price:
371LM Single-Button Remote Control from LiftMaster, retailing for only $34.95, which is amazing considering all of its features.
“Our basic single-button remote control isn’t so basic,” says LiftMaster. This garage door remote can operate a single garage door or gate, or turn your garage door opener lights on/off.
It can also be used as an extra remote control to turn on lights or small appliances inside your home – all from the comfort of your car. It features Security+® rolling code technology that sends a brand new code every time it is used. One 5-year 3-volt battery is included.
For size/convenience:
If you are a person on the go, and want a smaller garage door remote option, consider the 890MAX 3-Button Mini Remote Control. It is small enough to fit on your keychain, or in your purse or pocket.
The 890MAX is also powerful enough to control up to three garage door openers or gate operators, or MyQ™ enabled light accessories.
For added safety, it features Security+2.0™ rolling code technology that virtually eliminates interference and sends a brand new code every time it is used.
A 5-year 3V battery is included, and it is compatible with all LiftMaster® garage door openers manufactured since January 1993, and all 315MHz Security+® LiftMaster and Elite® gate operators.
The LiftMaster 890MAX garaged door remote retails for $41.95.
If you’re still unsure of the best garage door opener system – whether it be an opener, or just a remote – give us a call at 303-565-6409 and we will be happy to help you decide what is right for you.
