Let me tell you, this remote is what the original SHOULD have been. My Frigidaire's stock remote was a flimsy flat piece of plastic that required Jedi-level precision to work. This replacement? Night and day difference.

The moment I popped in AAA batteries (not included, but easy to find), it worked instantly - no pairing, no codes. The raised buttons are SO satisfying to press compared to the original's touch-sensitive nightmare. I can actually feel when I've pressed a button!

Range is incredible - I tested it from across my 20ft living room at odd angles and it never missed a beat. The larger size means I'm not constantly dropping it between couch cushions like the tiny original.

Pro tip: Check battery contact springs if it stops working suddenly. Had to adjust mine slightly after a few weeks, but since then it's been flawless for months.

If your Frigidaire AC came with that disappointing flat remote, do yourself a favor and upgrade to this immediately. It transforms the whole user experience from frustrating to fantastic.