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$139.99

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Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars with 16952 reviews

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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 product's great overall performance, excellent battery life, and extensive customization options. They frequently praise its comfortable feel, good weight, and comfortable grip. However, a significant concern raised by users is the issue of stick drift, which appears to develop quickly. Additionally, some customers have experienced problems with button quality and found the price to be a point of hesitation.

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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  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Don't buy

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

    They need to fix the sticks Microsoft must have had a faulty blueprint

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

    Disappointed in this product

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    Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This product is very bad, I had so much hope in the Gen 2 because my Gen 1 works to date, but I have had nothing but problems since I bought this product.

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

    Came broken out of the box

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

    Left stick was defective as well as the left trigger

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

    Poor quality control

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

    Came out of the box with the d-pad lopsided. More than one I got came this way.

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

    Battery disappointment

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

    About 3 months after purchase controller will not hold a charge. Very disappointing considering the cost. Would not recommend.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Best Buy Employee

    Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Elite controller review

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

    [Employee of bestbuy] horrible, buttons are in an awkward spot and breaks easily

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

    Buy the extended warranty

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

    Broke within 2 weeks. Didnt buy the extended warranty so it trash

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

    Open Box Buyer Beware!

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

    I will never purchase another open box item from Best Buy! I purchased Microsoft - Elite Series 2 Core Wireless Controller for Xbox One, Xbox Series X, and Xbox Series S - White in the open box EXCELLENT. The item came without any accessories. When I called Best Buy's customer service I was told I couldn't return the item I would have to go to the store and when you purchase open box items there is no guarantee all the accessories will be included! However if you check on the website it states that in EXCELLENT condition all accessories are included. Clearly they don't honor what they state. I now have to waste gas money driving back and forth to the closest store. Buying the open box didn't actually save me any money. I expected better quality from Best Buy.

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

    Quality not as good as series one

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

    Dropped it one time and L3 broke. The analog sticks from the series one controllers also offered better options.

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

    Useless in 90 days

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

    Terrible product. Joy stick no longer works after just 3 months. It's really unfortunate I cannot get a refund for such a poorly made product.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from MicrosoftOutreachTeam
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      Hi there,

      We're sorry that there are issues with your Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2. The limited manufacturer's warranty for this product has been extended to one year. If you're within the warranty period, we recommend contacting our team at Xbox Support for assistance here: https://beta.support.xbox.com/en-US/help/hardware-network/controller/wireless-controller-solution

      Hope that helps,
      Chuck
      Xbox Customer Care Microsoft

  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Was not Brand New

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

    Was not brand new. I was sent a previously used controller. Box sticker seal was broken. Controller inside had visible dirtiness and usage.

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

      We're sorry that your Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 hasn't met expectations. If you haven't done so already, we recommend exchanging it for a new one through Best Buy.

      Hope that helps,
      Chuck
      Xbox Customer Care Microsoft

  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Excellent Condtion??

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

    Missing the charge cord, thumb sticks wont charge.

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

    Used

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

    Missing usb-c cord, scuffed up, and stick tension not uniform. Was so excited and then so crushed, thanks.

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

    Left thumb stick issues

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

    It was delivered today I got it hooked to the console hoped on one game of modern warfare and the left stick started to malfunction would not recommend

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from MicrosoftOutreachTeam
      Posted .

      Hi there,

      We're sorry there's an issue with the left thumbstick on your new Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2. If it's within Best Buy's return period, we first recommend contacting Best Buy to see if it's possible to exchange for a new one. If that's not an option, please contact Xbox Support for assistance here: https://beta.support.xbox.com/help/hardware-network/controller/wireless-controller-solution

      Hope that helps,
      Chuck
      Xbox Customer Care Microsoft

  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Open box item

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

    It was an open box had to return, but I ended up getting a new one

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

    Needs better buttons

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    Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It feels great in the hand and the joystick are accurate but the x button has now failed. It only works half the time.

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

    Not so good.

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    Posted . Owned for 8 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I'm not happy this purchase. I bought these and less than 5 months later it drags a little. I don't think they are worth it.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from MicrosoftOutreachTeam
      Posted .

      Hello there,

      We're sorry there is an issue with your Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2. The limited manufacturer's warranty for this product has been extended to one year. If you're within the warranty period, we recommend contacting our team at Xbox Support for assistance here: https://support.xbox.com/en-US/help/hardware-network/controller/wireless-controller-solution

      Hope that helps,
      Chuck
      Xbox Customer Care Microsoft

  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Terrible

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

    Terrible input lag. This controller is awful and overpriced.

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

    Sticks were hard to push down after time.

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

    Dont buy! The left and right sticks could stop working after pushing down on them, like both of mine have done.

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

    Unresponsive buttons

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

    Y button was pushed in and locked in place, rb button as well completely pushed in and locked in place causing no function possible on controller

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

      Hello there,

      We're sorry that there's an issue with the buttons on your Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2. If it's still within Best Buy's return period, we recommend exchanging it for a new one. If that's not possible, please reach out to Xbox Support for assistance here: https://beta.support.xbox.com/help/hardware-network/controller/wireless-controller-solution

      Hope that helps,
      Chuck
      Xbox Customer Care Microsoft