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Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars with 16637 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

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Customers are positive about the Elite Series 2 Core Wireless Controller's high-quality build, excellent battery life, and comfortable grip. Many appreciate the customization options and the controller's overall feel and weight. However, customers are negative about the prevalence of stick drift issues reported by some users, as well as concerns about the durability of certain buttons and bumpers. The positive feedback on features like customization and feel is frequently offset by negative experiences with controller longevity.

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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great design.

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

    Worth every penny! This is a great design and the buttons on the back help with FPS.

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

    Warranty is awesome!

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

    I just got xbox elite series 2 yesterday! Love the feel, the extra buttons, and mainly the warranty! I have had issues with thumbsticks / sensors wearing out in the past on regular xbox controllers, but Microsoft's warranty covers it with this controller!!!!! I am so happy and can not wait to really get grinding with this controller! I initially was going to purchase a Scuf, but after a great review I watched on Youtube.com (Scuf vs Elite series 2), I asked to cancel the order and asked for a refund and headed straight to Bestbuy. Even though Microsoft covers it for a year (and you can buy 2 additional years), i opted to by the warranty through the GeekSquad for 2 years, because they would replace it immediately (and i would not have to wait to send the controller in and wait for one to be sent back).

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

    Decent Purchase

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

    Good controller but only the core you have to purchase attachments to fully utilize all functions.

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

    Not worth the money

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

    So so controller. The “grip” feels slick and is already peeling with moderate use. The stick clicks feel unresponsive sometimes and feels off in hands compared to standard controller. I am already experiencing some slight stick drift too and would not recommend buy this to anyone.

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

    Great controller

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

    This is a great controller. The controls work well and it’s very easy to use. There’s also no delay on the controls.

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

    W controller

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

    Overall been amazing controller, sticks are firm the back paddles make it great for fps games.

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

    Less expensive pro controller but less goodies in

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

    Great controller if you want paddles. However, it doesnt come with the case or the exta paddles. This is great if you have paddles already and just want a pro controller.

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

    Birthday Present

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

    I bought this controller for my grandson birthday and it loved it so much I had to go out and buy one for myself!

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

    Good Controller - Premium Price

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

    This is a great rechargeable controller option for Xbox. I do wish that the paddles were included with each controller. It seems like a miss to charge extra for those on the side. Controller performs well, and had great battery life.

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

    A bit of an upgrade

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

    Get the edge over the competition. My only gasp is that it doesn’t come with the alternative buttons for below, their competitors did.

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

    Good Old Reliable

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

    It's the best feeling controller to use with paddles and after trying other controllers, it's definitely the best all around.

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

    Controller

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

    Definitely a better controller than what came with the system

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

    Good controller but…

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

    The controller feels really good and the chnageable stick are very nice but the controller like any other is susceptible to drift after a while and you would think with how much it costs it would last longer than a normal controller.

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Xbox Elite Series 2 Controller Review

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

    Works better than the original controller that came with the series S, we like it a lot.

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

    Great Controller but need bumpers

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

    Great quality controller, if you have the back bumpers already and need a replacement, this is the controller for you.

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

    Great Xbox controller.

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

    Solid build heavier the the standard Xbox controller. Customizable to your ply style with 3 different setup settings. Worth the money.

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

    Open box controller

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

    Was a little skeptical at first because it was open box. No problems whatsoever.

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

    Xbox Elite Series 2 Black Controller

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

    I had gotten an opened-box all black one for roughly $60 plus $35 warranty. Easily the best controller for any shooter game or even a regular gamer that needs buttons that are easier to press. My opened box one was missing the usb-c cable but that wasn’t a big deal. The controller functions like it is brand new. Easily the best controller I have owned and when this warranty is over and the controller breaks down the line I will 100% be buying another one!!

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

    Almost a must have

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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 controllers out there, period. Great customization for buttons and sticks. Nice weight and works on almost anything. And remember that your settings are saved on the controller so they travel with you. Downside is that this can only be programmed on a PC or Xbox (as far as I know). The one thing that is bad is that I've had two of these and within 2 years the RB button stopped working on both(this is a known issue) so get a warranty. If Microsoft could fix this it would be perfect (for most)

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Needs to be cheaper

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

    Knocked off a star because value isn’t great unless you already have accessories. As a controller it works well. I like the color vs. all black.

    I would recommend this to a friend