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Your price for this item is $79.99
The comparable value price is $99.99

Customer reviews

Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars with 1491 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

    Functional Controller, Unreasonable Subscription

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

    Functionally, it works fine with its simple plug-in and highly responsive buttons, but being required to have a subscription just to fully use this thing is completely unreasonable, even if it's only $39/year. Paying $99 is already a hefty investment, but also needing the Backbone app and again, the subscription, outweighs any potential value you could get out of this thing. Further diminishing its value is how much space the app and whatever games you have on your phone take. If you heavily play games on the go and have the cash and phone space to spare, then it's a potentially good investment, but for those who prefer budget friendliness, then give this a hard pass.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love it

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

    Very fun to play with. Worth every cent. Made out of plastic but very durable. Haven’t had any problems with it and I use it everyday.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Portability

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Backbone review

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

    Pretty great, my only inconvenience is that if you have a thick case you have to take it off. Other than that you can take it anywhere and its very convenient!!

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Its a must own

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

    Best controller i have use so far no stick Drift, no need to map buttons work right out the box. Work great with call of duty

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Compatibility

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Missing the final piece of the product

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

    Great for phones even the new model but BackBone really needs a cooling system you guys are slacking big time

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Solid product

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

    It’s a quality item. Bought it for my son so he could play our PS5 games in his phone. Works great. Feels solid.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Compatibility

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Would recommend

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

    Amazing product. I have a galaxy s24 with a case and it fits great. Backbone software app works well and is straightward.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Portability

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great way to play and not hog the tv

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

    Very easy to set up and use. No need hog the tv anymore. Can play my ps5 while others use the tv.

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

    Best controller for on the go

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

    Backbone for playstation has came my go to controller when I am on the go.

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

    Awesome added gamer

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

    Great. I like that it can be played on different screens and can be taken anywhere

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great tool for mobile gaming.

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

    The Backbone makes mobile gaming fun for a Gen Xer used to physical controllers.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Portability

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    if u a ps5 gamer, get this

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

    great product, easy to use and i can connect with my ps5 as long as i have good wifi

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Portability

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Gift

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

    My son loves using it, when we travel he can use it where ever we go,

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Comfort

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Te best Ithem.

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

    Is the best… I loved, very comfortable, I recommended 100%

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

    Excellent Purchase

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

    Great purchase. Love that I can play on the go. I bought it as a Christmas gift for my fiance but find myself using it alot.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Portability

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent

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

    Love it excellent controller easy to use and good feedback

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

    Cheaper than the PS Portal

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

    Fantastic and easy to use for when the kids got the tv in use.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Portability

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great idea

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

    Its like having a handheld console that can go anywhere.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Portability

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Review

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

    Easy-to-use and best way to have your ps5 in your phone

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

    Xmas gift

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

    My grandson loves it. U can take it anywhere and anytime

    I would recommend this to a friend