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Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars with 16726 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 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

    Paddles are game changer

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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 because I wanted to use the paddles. It took some getting use to but now I feel out of place using controllers that DONT have the paddles.

    I would 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.

    Best Xbox controllers you can buy. Have had several of these all the way back from the elite series 1. Will continue to buy every time i need a new controller.

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

    Nice to have paddles

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

    Paddles have definitelt helped for some games like Cod, but onw of the paddles does not seem to click when placed in certain slots on the back.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great tough controller

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

    i have a team of expert reviewers (my three grandsons) who put this controller through an rigorous testing regime over the last few weeks. They all three said that it was great. The fact that it stood up to their nonstop and sometimes energetic playing means that it is durable as well as great.

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

      Hi Bobby,

      Thanks for sharing your experience with the Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2. We are happy to hear that your grandsons are enjoying it and you're pleased with the durability. Wishing the three of them happy gaming!

      Cheers,
      Kiernan
      Xbox Customer Care Microsoft

  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    best

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

    the amount of configuration is great, the quality is even better.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    By far my favorite controller

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

    Its solid and works amazingly well on xbox and windows. If you are a mac user go for a ps4 controller. I had to have it repaired once the left joystick stopped working after it fell (short distance). But Microsoft got it all fixed up and back with very little issue ... best repair service experience I have ever had

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Its better than the regular fs.

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

    Only issue ive had is bumpers being a lil weird (notorious in all xbox controllers). They sell a kit for them though so not much of an issue.

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

    Best remote ever per price point.

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

    Best remote ever per price point. Great features and comfortable to hold.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best controller, hands down

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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.

    Elite series 2 is the best controller I've ever owned, and getting the protection plan from Best Buy (I have total tech now, so it's included in every purchase at no extra cost) was a no brainer!

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Xbox gaming control

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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.

    Best thing you can ever get for your Xbox series X or S

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

    I like

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

    Good controller, paddles can be swapped out by the scuff ones and are pretty useful. For the price compared to others not a bad buy.

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

    Great gaming controller

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

    Love the controller makes gaming a lot easier with the paddles in the back, also in the app you can change configurations for faster reactions etc .. love it .

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    amazing if you get a solidly built controller

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

    the controller is fantastic when it works, good enough to still get it 4 stars even when it breaks and you have to replace it.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love the elite pro core

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

    Love the elite pro core. Was super excited they made it in red. And upgrading wit the paddles is easy. Turns the core into a full elite 2 at a lower price.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Weight

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Elite all the way

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

    The elite controller is the only way to go. The triggers are worth it alone not to mention the weight of the elite. It’s a hefty controller.

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

    Great controller

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

    To begin inuse this for PC gaming only, i tried the PS5 edge controller and the xbox elite 2 by far is better for PC. Easier to sync up and most pc games use the xbox layout. It feels very durable and of good quality.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love the back buttons

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    Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Best controller, i play apex and I love nothing more than to feel this baby in my hands.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best gaming controller

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

    Best controller for gaming. Extremely durable and easy to use, switch or clean. Had it for 3 years and never had a problem. Several people bought this after my recommendation and loved it

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Button quality

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Button stuck out of box, but will buy again

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

    Loved the look and feel of the controller, having owned an originally elite. ‘A’ button stuck fresh out of the box, had to return it, were our of stock, will probably buy again next time I wonder into store, elites are worth the money, just need to find another

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

      We are happy to hear that you are enjoying the look and comfortable feel of the Xbox Elite 2 Wireless Controller. Thank you for sharing your thoughts with us.


      Happy Gaming,
      Katie
      Xbox Customer Care Microsoft

  • Cons mentioned:
    Button quality, Stick drift

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Amazing controller but...

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

    less than 3 months after purchasing the left stick is already drifting. Other buttons are also starting to feel like they’re underperforming. Very surprised considering I try to be as gentle as possible while using it.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from MicrosoftOutreachTeam
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      Hey Fern,

      We're sorry that there's an issue with the left thumbstick on your Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2. Every new Xbox controller comes with a 90-day limited manufacturer's warranty from Microsoft so we urge you to reach out to Xbox Support for assistance as soon as possible. They can be reached here: https://beta.support.xbox.com/help/hardware-network/controller/wireless-controller-solution

      Hope that helps,
      Chuck
      Xbox Customer Care Microsoft