Aren RF and Bluetooth better?
Generally the simple answer is No. Not for hand-held remote controls. RF (Radio Frequency) is regulated and only available at specific frequencies. The same frequencies shared, overlapped or just plain interfered with by hundreds of other devices. The biggest issue with RF is its lack of interoperability. There’s no such thing as a learning or universal RF remote, so you’re always stuck with the specific unit you have. Even though RF can go through objects, the signal degrades rapidly in remotes and the very computer you’re usually trying to control is an enormous source of interference. Distances of up to 60 feet are possible with some devices, but practically speaking, expect closer to a 5-30 foot range for most. Bluetooth was never intended for transmission over great distances. Its short range is more suited for a PDA to communicate with a phone in a jacket pocket or for a mouse that’s used only 2-5 feet from a computer. It operates at a frequency that’s also problematic around mic
