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  • Front. Microsoft - Elite Series 2 Core Wireless Controller for Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, Xbox One, PCs, and Cloud-Enabled Devices - Black.
  • Limitless customization with interchangeable components
  • High 86.2 gF, Med 73.1 gF, Low 57.8 gF, Adjustable-tension thumbsticks
  • XBOX X = Y X A. 2 Wrap-around rubberized grip
  • XBQL 1.8mm 4.0mm 7.9mm Shorter hair trigger locks
  • The text on the image is: "40 hours of battery life."
  • 6 Exclusive button mapping
  • Save up to 3 custom profiles
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Microsoft - Elite Series 2 Core Wireless Controller for Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, Xbox One, PCs, and Cloud-Enabled Devices - Black

Model:
FST-00001
SKU:
6352703
Highly rated by customers for:
$174.99
Save $25
Comp. Value: $199.99

Customer reviews

Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars with 16532 reviews

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    Rating 4.2 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars

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88%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers consistently note the high-quality build, comfortable feel, and extensive customization options of the Elite Series 2 Wireless Controller. Many appreciate the improved battery life and the addition of paddles, enhancing gameplay. However, some users report issues with stick drift and the durability of certain buttons. The overall experience appears positive, but potential problems with controller components should be considered.

This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.

The vast majority of our reviews come from verified purchases. Reviews from customers may include My Best Buy members, employees, and Tech Insider Network members (as tagged). Select reviewers may receive discounted products, promotional considerations or entries into drawings for honest, helpful reviews.
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  • Awesome

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

    Excellent controller, love the options to remove paddles & d-pad. The only thing is the right stick kept backing off

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Excellent controller

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

    If you are a frequent gamer on xbox or pc this controller is well worth it.

    This review is from Microsoft - Elite Series 2 Core Wireless Controller for Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, Xbox One, PCs, and Cloud-Enabled Devices - Blue

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Xbox series 2 controller

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

    Great weight and love the underside switches. This is my second series 2 and they seem to just keep running

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Purchased for Grandson

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

    Purchased for my grandson. He loves the controller and the color.

    This review is from Microsoft - Elite Series 2 Core Wireless Controller for Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, Xbox One, PCs, and Cloud-Enabled Devices - Red

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • nice controller

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

    I wouldn't consider myself a professional gamer but this has some very nice features and some I may never use butenough that make it almost worth paying the high price

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Love

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

    I absolutely love this controller it has been my 3rd one but that is cause of my grandkids

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Great piece of hardware

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

    My son loves this controller. He says its better that the Elite 1 he had.

    This review is from Microsoft - Elite Series 2 Core Wireless Controller for Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, Xbox One, PCs, and Cloud-Enabled Devices - Blue

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Blue elite controller

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

    amazing and fantastic controller! Fireeeee! I’ll definitely get it again.

    This review is from Microsoft - Elite Series 2 Core Wireless Controller for Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, Xbox One, PCs, and Cloud-Enabled Devices - Blue

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Great Wireless Control!!!

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

    Very good controller. Has a good grip. Patals work great. The modes you can set for the controller work very good so i can setup which buttons i wanna set for it.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from MicrosoftOutreachTeam
      Posted .

      Hey there,

      It's great to hear that you're enjoying the comfortable grip and customization features of your new Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2. Thank you for sharing your experience; we hope you have a lot of fun playing games with it.

      Happy gaming,
      Chuck
      Xbox Customer Care Microsoft

  • Quality product

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

    Got this for my brother. He loves it. The thumbsticks are very smooth too.

    This review is from Microsoft - Elite Series 2 Core Wireless Controller for Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, Xbox One, PCs, and Cloud-Enabled Devices - Red

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Nice

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

    It feels very nice and grippy and I like how you can change the color

    This review is from Microsoft - Elite Series 2 Core Wireless Controller for Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, Xbox One, PCs, and Cloud-Enabled Devices - Red

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • elite series 2

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

    Elite series 2 is hands down the best controller for Xbox. I have used multiple controllers and the quality is excellent, features and overall build quality is well worth it.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Xbox contoller

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

    Excellent controller, battery life is pretty good. This controller seems to last very well.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • best controller around

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

    This is my second elite series 2 controller. love the controller and works great.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Good Controller

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

    Favorite Controller. Have one in different colors too

    This review is from Microsoft - Elite Series 2 Core Wireless Controller for Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, Xbox One, PCs, and Cloud-Enabled Devices - Red

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Controllers

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

    Have so many controllers this one is the besr out of 7 xboxs 2 series x this one i like best other ones ive bought hand grips this is good

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • great performance

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

    Great performance incredible flexibility and durability

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Pretty Good.

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

    Got it for my son he loves it!. I held it for a bit I'm an ex gamer that just plays every blue moon now but felt really good and comfortable in the hand.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from MicrosoftOutreachTeam
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      Hi there,

      Thanks for sharing your experience with the Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2. We are glad your son is loving it and you found it to be comfortable. We hope he has fun gaming with it!

      Cheers,
      Kiernan
      Xbox Customer Care Microsoft

  • Controller

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

    Best controller I’ve ever had. It is super easy to use.

    This review is from Microsoft - Elite Series 2 Core Wireless Controller for Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, Xbox One, PCs, and Cloud-Enabled Devices - Blue

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Con

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

    Really good controller Feels nice aswell

    I would recommend this to a friend
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