Customer Ratings & Reviews

Great concept and much easier to play on if you haven't adapted yourself to other controllers like Xbox or PlayStation. The joysticks are just not like console controllers and way further apart. I'm sure you can get used to it with enough time but for me personally I change all my settings and sensitivities on my controllers and I play on the Xbox elite and this was just to odd to play on. I only got it for when I'm out at work in the oilfield for 7 days. I played it one time and was just not feeling it. Also I have a great phone (s24) but be darned I'm getting old and I was squinting to all heck trying to play COD zombies seriously and it wasn't happening lol I already gave it away. So most of this is my personal opinion and the quality of the backbone is there and the concept is awesome my opinion is just something to think on before you drop $100. It could be about $60-65 and would make more sense considering you're already paying for gamepass or the backbone subscription. You get 30day trial of backbone subscription. BUT it is portable and that's great as long as you have phone service!

My son is a Freshman in college. As with most boys his age, he loves to play video games. It is a way for him to relax between his studies and his other activities. The Backbone Mobile Gaming Controller is a game changer when it comes to playing video games on his phone. He was able to quickly add the controller to his existing Android phone and immediately began playing video games. If you are looking for a controller to use with your phone, I would highly recommend this product. It is easy to set up, easy to use, and fits comfortably in his hands.

This thing is absolutely incredible, best mobile Controller I’ve owned! Wish the buttons were a little quieter but that is the only complaint I have, recommend getting the case two, protects it perfectly

Literally better than any tv console I've played on, light night fast response, complete controll or axis, compatible with google play down loads, and acts as a good prop when watching movies. Backbone games are y Great and you get a free trial, lots of options to keep you busy for hours, I'm an FPS player and racer so the console is the perfect thing to use, motion sensor function would be dope for racing games because it fits in your hands like an F1 steering wheel, or a super car, only issue I have is this model doesn't have streaming capability! Solid product!

Backbone One PS Edition is and amazing device. It covers a whole bunch of game and you can literally use it anywhere you want. 4star due to having some features behind a paywall (streaming, button remapping, and some cloud games). Though this last part is not much of a deal breaker since you can access your PS, XBOX and PC games through their respective apps. The cloud service is more if you dont own a console! Menu / button layout: it might take you a few days before you can completely get used to what button does what, but its just a regular controller with a few extra features so nothing bad to say here... Grip: its not bad, though it could be better. For people maybe with small hands its perfect. For people with big hands (as myself) it a bit uncomfortable as the handle are slim and your hands will feel weird when holding it. Sound: guess it depends on the devices you use. I have Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro and i can tell you sometime it feels like i have full headset. Clear and heavy sounds. Guess it does support some sort of surround/ atmos audio (again depending on your device). Charging: It does have a USB C passthrough under he right hand handle. Have read that for some people it does not charge as fast as it depletes the battery (yes it does use some of your phone's battery for certain features) but in my experience Ive found thats NOT the case. Overall GREAT device for those looking for an alternative to a STEAMDECK, ROG ALLY, GCLOUD or ONEXFly. (yes yes i know, this is for phones and those are basically full-blown handheld PCs, but if you dont have the $ this is the way to go. )

I like the easy set up, I have big hands so it feels small but didn't want to buy the pro, so good value for the $.

Works great and feels good, could be a little bigger or i have big hands, trying to play xbox or ps stream sucks because it doesn't come on the first page, literally have to go through my phone menu but then it works fine Awesome sauce.

The Backbone One PlayStation Edition is a game-changer for on-the-go gaming, especially for PlayStation fans. Its seamless integration with the PlayStation Remote Play app means I can access my PS5 or PS4 games from anywhere, whether I’m traveling or relaxing at home. The design perfectly matches the PlayStation aesthetic, and the build quality feels premium. What I appreciate most is how portable and easy it is to set up. Whether I’m on a flight or staying at a hotel, I can dive into my favorite games with no hassle. Beyond traveling, it’s been great for more casual moments, like playing games while hanging out with my fiancé. It keeps me in the same space without feeling disconnected, and she enjoys watching me play every now and then. If you’re a PlayStation fan and want to take your gaming on the road or even just add some flexibility to your setup, the Backbone One is definitely worth it.

It all started when my 7-yr old grandson asked me to play Roblox with him. “Absolutely” was my reply, bit when it came to game playing I’ve obviously lost a few steps. Even though I have a ProMax iPhone it was still rrslly challenging to maneuver using my fingers on the screen. After multiple attempts and not getting any better I asked some college age friends for advice. Everyone in tbe group said this was the one I needed. They were absolutely right - this has been a huge help! Easy to learn and easy to use. This is Old-Man approved.

Was awesome while I had it. Ran my games on steam link and PS remote play perfectly. Unfortunately at random my left trigger, select button and capture button all stopped working.

To be fair, I didn’t even give this thing a chance against the Portal. I purchased both at the same time, but I was so blown away with the quality of the Portal, and it suited my needs perfectly. The Backbone got returned the next day. I wasn’t looking forward to having the drain on my iPhone battery while using the Backbone. I appreciate that the Portal is its own device. The Backbone may be ideal for individuals who are looking for a hyper portable gaming solution. That’s not what I was in the market for.

Works great with my wife's iPhone. She hated on screen controls. Feels great. Easy to use.

The Backbone MFi Controller is an essential and valuable accessory for my iPhone 17 Pro. It enhances my gaming experience, allowing me to enjoy games like Death Stranding and Final Fantasy VII with greater comfort and control.

I LOVE this. Works great with my Zenfone 11 Ultra. Even without the subscription it works with a bunch of games, particularly mobile adventure games. Would definitely buy again.

Amazing product. Allows me to game when i have time but cant physically access my consoles. Easy to setup as well as works with multiple platforms even the cloud based gaming platforms.

I like it. It works great! Fits in my hands very well and has good button response.

Amazing product. use it with my iPhone 15 pro max + apple case. Fits perfectly. knocked off one star for the joy-con like joystick, but this is much better than playing with the touch screen! Remote play with the ps5 works really well when Im sitting on the couch and my family is using the TV. PS portal may have a higher resolution screen, but this solution is more than half the price of that item.

Very handy but ps remote play needs work. Great for Apple Arcade though

I did a lot of research before buying the Backbone 1. I knew that the Playstation Portal was about to come out but it was going to be $100 more. I read about the Portal's limitations and decided to buy the Backbone. The portal is harder ro find, more expenaive and you'd need a very good quality wifi connection in order to even load your game. The decision was a no brainer. I would recommend this to a friend (as a matter of fact, I did!)

Great Product, don't try to mix this one with Xbox one for it will not work or other way around. For Playstation games make sure to get the white one and it works so good.