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$149.99

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Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars with 16924 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 frequently mention the product's great overall performance, impressive battery life, and extensive customization options. Users also appreciate its comfortable feel, good weight, and useful paddles, along with comfortable grips. However, concerns are often raised regarding stick drift and the durability of the buttons, with some customers also finding the price a point of hesitation.

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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    A truly Elite Game Controller

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

    Enhances game play. Well built design. Excellent grip. Easy to sync and program.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    great

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

    best pro controllers for the series x. great battery that last long for long game play

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Way better than the original!

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

    Everything about this new elite is a huge improvement. The grips are better designed, the buttons are more tactile, the paddles feel more natural. All around best controller on the market.

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

      Hey there,

      It's great to hear that you feel the Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 is the best controller on the market. We're glad that you are enjoying its updated design and improvements, too. We hope you have a lot of fun with it.

      Happy gaming,
      Chuck
      Xbox Customer Care Microsoft

  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best controller for xbox series x

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    Posted . Owned for 10 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    10 months and no issues. definitely worth the investment if you game a lot.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Stick drift

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent

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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 ive put about 120 hrs onto the controller already no stick drift and each button functions properly

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great

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

    Great controller excellent grips snd perfect weight

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

    Short Throw Triggers

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

    The adjustable triggers make a HUGE difference in FPS.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Controller

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    Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Works great, love the customization that is allowed.

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

    Great

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

    Great item color looks amazing in person as well feels good in hands

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    2 Thimbs Up

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

    Elite is the proper name for this controller. The features make it very versatile. I would never buy a regular controller again.

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

    I like it so far

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

    Not a major gamer, but like the ability to use paddles and adjust controller. There's not a lot of documentation on what each setting does until you search internet or install Xbox app.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    “BEST BUY”

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    Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Best Buy, no pun intended. Feels great, definitely a solid controller. Worth the investment.

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good but overrated

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    Posted . Owned for 10 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Overrated controller in my opinion, not worth the premium price now that the new PS5 controller shows us what the future is like .

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Head set

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

    Love the store and service fast and reliable in finding what i need

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

    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.

    Amazing Xbox controller that literally changes the gameplay

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    The best controller

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

    Have thought about getting one for a while and finally pulled the trigger and got it. It is incredible!! Feels great. No issues at all.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Simply the best

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

    The best controller on the market! Microsoft - Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 for Xbox One, Xbox Series X, and Xbox Series S - Black

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

    Best Gaming Controller - Built for performance

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

    Controller is excellent for gamers. Love how it can be modified and fitted to your individual game play needs. Carry case and accessories are all very well bit and in my opinion worth the money.

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

    One of the best Xbox controllers I have ever used

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

    This controller is very nicely built and comes with all of the accessories you could want 

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

    Excellent controler for xbox...

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

    Feels great to play with very comfortable I highly recommend this controler for people who are fan's of shooter's I just wish Sony would come out with one of these...

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

      Hey there,

      We are happy to hear that you would recommend the Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2! We hope you continue to enjoy the overall feel. Thanks for taking the time to share.

      Happy gaming,
      Kiernan
      Xbox Customer Care Microsoft