Customer Ratings & Reviews

This little device has changed my gaming experience. I have been able to connect to my PS4 with a nice setup when home and away. I have grown to love other mobile games because now the ability to play them has been made a lot easier. When I travel this a true must have.

This controller is amazing! Compatible with tons of games on Google Play. Works fantastic with emulators as well. Look forward to getting a PS5 and using the remote play function. Backbone app is pretty decent. Feels very comfortable in the hands.

Perfect for gaming on the go. I use my Xbox, PS5 and emulators on my phone with this. I use a Galaxy S24 Ultra.

Connects easily, smooth online process, portable, friendly interface

The Backbone controller is one of the best plug-and-play devices for turning your phone into a handheld gaming console. The concept is excellent, and the device worked seamlessly—when it worked. I really enjoyed the gaming experience while it was functional. However, like many other users, I encountered an issue with the left-side joystick/buttons. They stopped responding after a while. I attempted to request a refund/replacement, but the process was frustrating. I submitted the request once, but was told it was rejected due to selecting the wrong color in the return form. Unfortunately, I didn’t have time to go through the process again. In short, while the Backbone offers a great user experience and innovative design, there appear to be some hardware reliability issues—particularly with the left-side controls. It’s disappointing that I couldn't get a replacement, because I would have definitely continued using it. Still, I think it's a great product with a lot of potential—just needs better quality control and customer support.

I’ve been really impressed with how smooth and reliable this product has been. The design feels modern, and it’s clear a lot of thought went into making it easy to use. Setup was quick, and I didn’t run into any unnecessary issues. Overall, it’s been a great addition to my everyday routine.

I picked up the Backbone Gen 2 as a compromise for the Steam Deck since im currently going through older games on my backlog (Gameboy and PSP. Playing through RetroArch). The controller is built well and not very flimsy from what i noticed. Triggers are weird but kind of nice. Its a controller for your phone so theyre short and not of the quality of a PS or XBOX. Sticks are fine, DPad is fine, DPad feels kind of stiff to me, and the Face Buttons feel slightly less stiff as the DPad. Overall the controller is good and the headphone jack + usb-c port to charge your phone while the controller is plugged in is great. Biggest downside is having to download an app but thats really not that bad either.

Great product. The latest version allows me to keep my iPhone case on and attach the backbone. Tons of gaming options with XBox, Steamlink, Delta, etc… I would recommend to any gamer that wants to game on the go.

Great for mobile gaming and easy to use. I really enjoy using it.

Effortlessly transforms my sons iPhone device into a powerful gaming platform, offering versatility with a wide range of supported games. Its ergonomic design, impressive compatibility, and the ability to charge phone while gaming is great. Super easy to set-up.

Worth every penny. This backbone was a gift and it gets used EVERYDAY, I had to purchase a case and bumpers for the toggels. The accessories were super cool (and purchased separately). This backbone is litterally a PSP but cheaper and you use your phone. I would recommend getting a warranty because the analong sticks and triggers started to stick and that is common with backbones.

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.

I love this controller. Works great on my Android phone.

Mobile gamers UNITE! This little guy is the perfect companion for you when it comes to either casual gaming or a little bit more competition, regardless I’d highly recommend if you enjoy mobile gaming or emulation

Only reason this isn't 5 star is the joystick, specifically the left one are kind of trashy and for 105 dollars, they should be much better. Other than the sticks I absolutely love this thing. I really thought it would be a once in a great while type of thing but I use it more often than not. It's simple, clean, and the buttons feel amazing. I do wish it had more. I don't use a turbo button that often but that wouldve been nice. Also a pair of remappable buttons would have also been nice, but honestly it's the one controller where I'm forgiving of it besides the Nintendo switch pro controller. I do feel like the price is steep (also like the Nintendo switch pro) but I somehow have no issue with it if it lasts and keeps doing a great job.

I personally dont like phone games. But i purchass it for my wife so she could have an easier time playing her games. The controls and the set up is easy. She has an iphone 15 plus and it fits perfectly

This product is a perfect companion for smartphones. with better portability than standard console bluetooth controllers, it leaves the house with me daily just in case i have time to kill and want to game.

This is an amazing product, you can easily play any game with your phone, saves a lot of time, space, can take it anywhere!

Awesome product. Comfortable in hands. Makes certain games a lot better on the phone.

Some days I just want to play games while lying on my bed or couch. Plugging this into my phone and streaming games from my PC is fantastic. Only downside, is that the usb-c port on the controller doesn't seem to support data passthrough to my iPhone. It would have been great if I could attach it to a dock that would passthrough power and an ethernet connection. Other than that all the buttons are responsive and the app launcher make it well worth it.