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The comparable value price is $99.99

Customer reviews

Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars with 1490 reviews

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    Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.5 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.5 out of 5 stars

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87%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers admire the Backbone One controller for its portability, comfort, and ease of use. They appreciate its compatibility with various devices, including the iPhone 15 and Android phones. However, some users express concerns about the subscription requirement for certain features, the relatively high price, and the size and quality of the joysticks.

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  • Cons mentioned:
    Size

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Needs XL version

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Works fine just needs a bigger version for people with big hands

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Backbone- great mobile gaming platform

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Fantastic product! Very helpful when away from home, keep in mind you need to have a stable data or internet connection on both ends at all times however.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Its useful but not perfect

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    While it definitely has its purpose, Playing games like spiderman 2 isnt one of them. There is some latency with the trigger controls.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Doesn't support phone cases

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The biggest problem with this controller is it doesn't support cases. Phones cost anywhere between 500 and 1500 dollars and break easily if dropped. If you don't have your phone in a case this controller is awesome. I was able to play Xbox game pass without any issues but constantly taking my phone out of the case became irritating.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Amazing

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    One of the best things I’ve ever bought in game wise, you can play on your phone with it computer PlayStation from wherever

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Works great

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    My girlfriend loved it she is very happy with it and has no problems with sticks or buttons it works on her older phone too. Android

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    PS backbone

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great little device to have for my children when we were on the road. Great for entertainment and to keep them busy.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Playstation portal alternative

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    You can play the PS5 games using playstion app on your smartphone devices plus you can use it for playing iOS on your iPhone

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great product but to small

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is a great product, but with large hands, it is too small and not comfortable for long play sessions

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Not fun

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    Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Was not thrilled with the backbone or the almost required subscriptions to actually use it. Felt cheap, played bad. Others may like it, I did not!

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Backbone

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great item, but just be careful on how you unplug your phone from the device. My first one broke. Overall great item

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    A keeper

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Nice really enjoy it easy to put together… will definitely recommend

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Wow

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    Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    My son really like it he enjoy it and take it to go

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best Mobile Accessory ever

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The controller feels just like a PlayStation controller. Rubberized clickable thumbsticks, the "Sacred Symbols", everything. Paired with OnePlus 11.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best controller that works with small cases.

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Works Great with my iPhone 15 Pro Max with Apple Case or without it. Most other controllers force you to remove your case any time you want to use it.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Unfortunate subscription costs

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    Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Really disappointed with this. Wanted something to help make free phone games a little easier to play, as i am used to a traditional controller. This thing doesnt work with the game i play, and then wants me to pay a monthly fee on top of purchase price?!? Nope. Not so i can play free games!

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good

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    Posted . Owned for 8 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Good but it gets tiring on your hands after a few minutes.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love it.

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Love it. Better than a regular controller for sure. I just wish they dual labeled the buttons and did away with the PlayStation/Xbox BS though.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best controller

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Best controller for mobile gaming. Thr response time is very good and you wont notice any delays. Highly recommend

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Size

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Would be legit if it just fit!

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Needs to be a larger version for adults. Too small

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend