Customer Ratings & Reviews

I literally have to change them every year or so because the buttons keep getting stuck.

This controller is excellent from the standpoint of functionality, ergonomics, and customizability. It has everything from multiple profiles, customizable triggers, adjustable stick tension, swappable D-Pads, and 2-4 paddles depending on user preference. It's also basically plug and play on PC. Where it falls short is build quality. Despite being quite an expensive controller, it has only a 1 year warranty, which admittedly is up from the 90 days offered on the Elite v1. I have returned 7 of these in the last 4 years - they do not last. Stick drift, sticking triggers, and unresponsive bumpers (typically R1) are the most common issues. I don't think any of them have lasted a full year. They're also the same issues I had on the Elite v1. Given that it's almost a decade since the original Elite was released, I think it's clear the manufacturer isn't willing or able to address the quality control issues. This is underscored by the fact that a bare bones version (the Core) was released without the Series 2 accessories. Presumably this was to offer a lower cost option to people whose controllers had failed, and were out of warranty.

I had bought one online but it was damage in shipping so had to buy a new with the warranty

No matter how much I tweaked the thumbstick tension and spent time "breaking in the sticks" or adjusting thumbstick curves in settings, it just never gave me the level of responsiveness that some stock controllers do (Dualshock 4, Dual Sense, Gamesir G7, Wolverine v3 TE, 8bitDo Ultimate 2). AND those controllers are a fraction of the price. It's unfortunate because the feel of this controller is above and beyond all others. It has a nice weight and overall feel in the hands. The back paddles are also excellent. It's just a shame that the actual responsiveness does not match.

Great controller, no issues with it at all. If you already own the paddles this is the perfect controller for you.

I never have to use the regular buttons. Fully mapped them to the back paddles and the two extra shoulder ones. Fits well, comfortable, battery lasts decently long. No complaints.

Excellent controller. Has the first series and I wasn’t a fan but this series 2 controller is perfect! Much better quality than the previous generation!

I love how the controller feels and gives better gaming experience

The only bad thing its that the joystick make a little draft even when they are new

Controller is great! It's great quality at a good price.

Great controler, good feel and functionality, have had many now and always seem to get bumper issues or stick drift just after the warranty ends.

Boy friend loves it. It’s heavier then the regular controllers.

Gets the job done nicely. retains a good charge and is very responsive

The Elite Series 2 Core Wireless Controller is worth every penny. It feels great in my hands, and the customizable buttons and triggers give me the competitive edge I need. It’s a must-have for serious gamers.

Great xbox controller, i bought to use on my pc and my xbox.

Second purchase for kiddos. Great controller. No changing batteries, just charge. Many configurations to suit needs for different games. Highly recommend

Always been a fan of these controllers, and this one doesn’t get drift really unlike the black version.

Best controller I’ve ever played with it’s extremely comfortable in the hands when playing

I bought this after having to Elite Series 2 controllers fail on me in less than 3 years and decided to try the cheaper Core version to save some money. It didn't go well. The right joystick was loose, and the cap not screwed on tightly and the stick spun freely. I was able to hand tighten it but didn't exactly feel confident at that point. I connected the controller and discovered the right stick was drifting badly out of the box, over 17% percent on input tester. Beyond that, the sticks just didn't feel nearly as good as a standard Elite Series 2, the right stick felt like it was grinding on the shell, not the smooth feel of the original, and the joysticks just overall felt cheaper. The whole controller just felt cheaper in general, and I decided not to pick up another one upon returning it. I'm just going for a cheaper controller at this point. I'm sick of having such bad build quality on $130+ controllers.

Been a great purchase so far Ive has it a couple months now the exchangeable sticks are great for different types of games and the triggers give you just a little edge on everone else