In the hand, there’s no mistaking this £69.95 remote for the toy equivalents. For starters, the parts that are supposed to be metal, are, so it feels solid and weighty. Adding to the weight is the internal lithium polymer battery, which is charged via Micro-USB, hidden under the black cap on the bottom.

There’s a button on the slider that activates the remote, which otherwise uses gestures to control your devices. There are a number of different modes, including a practise mode that will tell you what you’ve just done so you know you’re getting it right.

Of course we didn’t have the chance to go through the full set-up procedure for the new Sonic Screwdriver, but we were impressed with the quality feel of it.

As a little bonus, there’s a magnet in the base, so you can stand it up using the metal plate supplied! The Tenth Doctor’s Sonic Screwdriver will be available in October from stores such as Forbidden Planet, Firebox and the BBC Shop.

Tenth Doctor Sonic Screwdriver Universal Remote – The Eleventh Doctor one was so cool, how about a Tenth? This lightweight, but altogether awesome bit of electronics was sculpted based on a scan of David Tennant’s personal sonic screwdriver prop. It works as both a remote (with programmable movements) and a screen-accurate cosplay piece or displayable item.

Following the huge popularity of the Eleventh Doctor range, The Wand Company have created an authentic Tenth Doctor Sonic Screwdriver Remote Control.

Painstakingly 3D scanned from the original screen-used prop, kindly loaned to The Wand Company by David Tennant himself (see picture below), this Tenth Doctor’s Sonic Screwdriver is a faithful clone, CNC machined from aluminium, crammed full of technology and is a fully functioning gesture-based universal remote control that looks, feels and works just like the real prop – utilising sound effects from the BBC archives.

Following the success of the 11th Doctor Sonic remote, The Wand Company have created another gem. The Tenth Doctor Sonic Screwdriver Universal Remote Control is a 1:1 scale replica of the sonic used by David Tennant’s 10th Doctor.

The remote has a number of impressive features, including an audio guide for setup, FX sounds from the show and an illuminating tip. The sonic works using advanced gesture recognition technology, which stores up to 39 gestures. The remote comes with a die cast metal stand for when you want to simply show off the remote and bask in its brilliance.

The [Wand Company’s] Tenth Doctor’s Sonic Screwdriver Universal Remote Control may not sink ships or triangulate the source of ghoulish ghosts, but it is a fully functioning replica and a must-have for aspiring Time Lords everywhere.

Painstakingly 3D scanned from the original screen-used prop, actually loaned by David Tennant himself, the Tenth Doctor’s Sonic Screwdriver Remote Control is a faithful clone. Featuring genuine extending action, made using the highest-grade materials and sizing up as a complete 1:1 replica, it looks, feels and works just like the real thing. This advanced, gesture-based universal remote control can be quickly and easily programmed utilising infrared technology to control almost all home entertainment equipment. From iPod docks, TVs and DVD & Blu-ray players this will gain complete control with a simple flick, twist or tap of the device.

The FX mode plays authentic special effect sounds from the BBC archives of Doctor Who and the bright illuminating tip will light the way no matter which corner of the universe you find yourself in. A die cast metal stand is also included, complete with Gallifreyan text inscription which doubles as a magnet making it the perfect, upright display platform. It also comes in an exquisite protective case to ensure its safe-passage through time and space.

In a move welcomed by many fans (well this fan at least) The Wand Company have released the 10th Doctor’s Sonic Screwdriver as a universal remote control. Last year’s 11th Doctor sonic was an impressive release, giving you not just a programmable IR remote, but also a solid feeling replica of Matt Smith’s sonic screwdriver. This year sees the release of David Tennant’s Sonic, a replica based on 3D scanning the actual sonic used in the TV show.

If there’s one thing The Wand Company gets spot on it’s the presentation. The 10th Doctor’s Sonic Screwdriver comes well packaged in a simple cardboard box, the perfect shape for wrapping up as a gift. Open the outer box and you’re presented with a nice plastic case with a Sonic icon etched into the plastic…

…Normally when you get instructions with some electronic device you immediately ignore them for the dull booklet they are; not so with the Sonic, The Wand Company attention to detail strikes again and they unfold into a large sheet with clearly written instructions on how to use the Sonic on one side and a blueprint style poster on the other…

…The Sonic certainly looks the business, you can extend and retract the top section with a simple slide.  However, if there is one area that lets down the overall package it’s in the materials used.  Give the price this feels too light, it feels more like a toy than a replica and it’s somewhat disappointing when you first lift it out of the case to find it so lightweight.  The primary material used is plastic, and it seems like an usual decision when last years 11th Doctor Sonic felt well weighted and like you were holding the actual Sonic prop from the show.

Included with the Sonic is a display stand.  Looking like a small coaster you might not initially realise what this is until you read the manual.  The display stand has a magnetic sweet spot, which allows you to stand the Sonic vertically upright, and it looks brilliant.  Being vertical is not only eye catching, it also means the Sonic takes up very little space to put on display.

Following the success of the 11th Doctor Sonic Screwdriver Universal Remote, The Wand Company are releasing a follow up in the form of the 10th Doctor’s Sonic Screwdriver! Recently previewed at San Diego Comic Con, the new 10th Doctor Sonic Screwdriver Universal Remote has been painstakingly 3D scanned from the original prop, kindly loaned to The Wand Company by David Tennant himself, and is crammed full of technology, and looks, feels and works just like the real thing.

Received mine a few days ago, absolutely love this sonic. My kids think it’s a real sonic screwdriver, and turning on any of our electronics with it only cements their beliefs. I plan on buying the 11th doctors sonic as well in the future, just to add to my collection now.

The motions were not difficult to learn, and programing was easy. Silent mode is handy to still be able to play with it, operating it as a remote… but, not wanting to wake up the whole house as well.

This device is an amazingly accurate recreation of the tenth Doctor’s sonic screwdriver, and it works amazingly. Learning how to program and use this product is quick and easy, and the looks on my Whovian friends’ faces when I turn on their TVs with it is priceless. Overall, I’m very happy with my purchase, I think the usefulness of the product is well worth the price, and I will happily recommend this product to any Whovian.

This is an awesome replica! Not only only does it look like the prop we all see on the TV show its also the most creative TV remote I’ve used!

The build quality it second to none! High grade polished aluminum is used on this piece, Along with it’s unique display base it makes a very nice display on anyones desk! This is a very affordable Doctor Who Sonic Screwdriver.

Great gift for someone who loves Doctor Who. I was surprised of how well made this was and how well it works. Definitely worth the price and would buy again for someone as a gift. It also speaks to you to let you know what mode you are in or to help you train the motions.

My fiancee loved this! I got it for him for a Christmas, but I was so excited when it came in, that I gave it to him anyway. At first, he thought it was a just a Sonic Screwdriver, which he was perfectly happy with. But once he felt the box and how heavy it was, he realized it was something much better. The magnetic stand in the case makes the box heavy. The screwdriver, itself, is very light in that expensive metals kind of way. It works great! After charging it, the sound effects are fun to play with. We’ve programmed it to so many things. He looks like he has so much fun goofing off with it. Worth the price!

Love, love, love mine! I received it last Christmas as a gift, and use it pretty regularly. It can be a little finicky at times with certain motions (side tap, for instance, which it sometimes mistakes for a flick to the opposite side), but overall I’m very pleased with it. I primarily use it to turn the TV on and off, switch video source, and play DVDs. I also have it programmed to control the cable box, but since my favorite station (BBCA, of course) is way up at channel 1278, it’s a lot faster to just use the cable remote for that. I still haven’t had an excuse to take it out to a waiting room with a TV, but next time I do, I’ll be sure to bring it so I turn off those annoying daytime shows. (“TV turned off all by itself. Quite strange. No, I didn’t see anyone near it.”)

Now if they’d just make one that controls RF devices like my car doors and garage door opener, I’d be all set.

When it arrived I was absolutely thrilled. It’s easy to set up, looks fantastic, has the perfect size and weight, the sounds are brilliant, it reacts well to the movements and it’s just absolutely lovely. I love this item and am carrying it around everywhere. There’s plenty of additonal functions, like a morse code version of the Doctor’s Allons-y. It can store up to 39 different controls, which is great. And if you’re a fan, like myself, you’ll probably just keep it in FX mode, so as to use it for fun.