I did not receive any remote control with the unit at all. Pretty sure the description just needs to be rewritten, because there is no spot for it in the awesome blow molded case. It is physically smaller than I anticipated and I was able to see the laser line clearly outside in bright light up to 35 feet away. Absolutely no problem at full distance with the laser receiver purchased separately through Vevor. Inside use I would anticipate no problems. My shop is only 50' long and it is still exceptionally bright and crisp at that distance.