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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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  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    PlayStation BackBone

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

    The PlayStation version still shows Xbox buttons configuration for some mobile games especially COD mobile. Made game almost unplayable to adapt to configuration different than the controller’s layout and there is absolutely no way to currently change it.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Customer service is a serious issue

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

    broke (left side o longer works) after 2 months. Filled out a warranty claim for a replacement -- no big deal. Have been arguing with them for 2 months trying to get a replacement and keep getting rejected for stupid reasons like " the sku does not match the sku you chose" or "the picture of the controller doesn't match the sku" it is frustrating and I wish I never purchased it.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Not a fan

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

    Too big and uncomfortable. Kinda annoyingto use. My phone wouldn't fit with phone case.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Good, but not perfect

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

    Works great, but the black USB-C edition won't let you stream from Playstation, only remote play which requires you to be within range of the console. Works well for streaming Xbox at least?

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Gray as a mobile controler

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

    Ps share play is an old app and dosent run the best. Recommend getting a portal instead. Xbox cloud gaming is smooth but also good for mobile games. Will not work with any phone case. The plug isn't long enough

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

    Meh

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

    It’s alright it’s not as great compared to a game station

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Backbone

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

    Odd fit for people with big hands, Dont reccomend at all.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Issues

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

    I dont know about this one. It was sent back by the driver it supposedly tried to deliver it. After going back and looking at the camera for that day it was shown she didnt even attempt to come in to deliver it. On top of this after calling customer service to get it beought back they made no effort at all to solve the problem so i got it from Amazon in 2 days and my son is a happy camper. I love Best Buy but only in store everytime I order something to be delivered it is always late. I should have stuck with my first choice Amazon to get what I need. Never again.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    WASTE OF MONEY!!

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

    They say you can get it for $25 online and they say you can get to play all games anywhere and everywhere but thats all lies. You HAVE TO connect to your console remotely and can only do it that way. What a waste!!!

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Doesn't work with Android PS remote play

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Very disappointed as states compatible with PlayStation. From the website: PS Remote Play not working on Android This feature of Backbone One is not currently available on Android phones as Sony has limited the Android version of the PS Remote Play app to exclusively support the DualSense and DUALSHOCK wireless controllers. We are hoping this will change very soon and are ready to leap into action the moment it does! Until then, however, Backbone One for Android cannot be used for PS Remote Play pending this change by Sony.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Poor device support

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

    Doesn't work with Google Pixel 6. Overall poor device support. Its like they didn't test it with phones that have cameras on them.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Not for me.

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

    To use I needed to sign up for play pass or another subscription so decided to return. I just went with Xbox X system and used my library of games.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Connectivity

    Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Not as expected

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

    Not at all what was expecting. Must be near PlayStation and have it turned on. Cannot use mobile on the road.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Not worth it

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

    Same as the Sony version, the gaming experience just isnt nearly the same. not even close to passable.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    They break easy.

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    Posted . Owned for 11 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    They broke after 2 weeks, probably I only used them like 5 times, I would not recommend this product. Problem: Stick drift.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Better if you portable playstation

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

    I dont like it because u need to download lot app and pay to playyour games . i think portable playstaion it better ibwishbi new that

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Ehhh

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    Posted . Owned for 9 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It’s okay. Better of investing in a switch or something more stable.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Not what I thought it would be

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

    Unable to just use without buying another monthly subscription

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Overpriced and cheap feeling

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

    Feels cheap and flimsy. Controls are good but material quality is poor

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Not for me

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

    The controller its self was okay. I tried using it on my phone the remote play and it just felt a little off for me

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend