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Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars with 16178 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

    Best Controller

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

    Best controller por Shooter Games, grip 10/10, Joystick 10/10

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

    Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Bad build quality

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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 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.

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

    Awesome

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    Posted . Owned for 9 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Quality packaging size life lived up to my standards

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Buy!

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

    Great conreoller. Very reactive and adjustable. With option for paddles which changes the game!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Controller quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great OEM upgrade!

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

    Way better than any other generation. Used all controllers from original Xbox, Xbox 360, Xbox One S, Xbox One X and Xbox Series X. This one is great!

    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 controller I've ever owned, bar none. Sometimes the obvious solution is indeed the correct one.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Controller quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Xbox Elite Controller

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

    Best controller hands down! Definitely buy this if yous already have the og one to save some money! Same great premium feel and is cheaper than the new PlayStation one. I use this on pc and works perfectly.

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

    "Elite Gaming Experience!!!"

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

    The Xbox Elite 2 Controller exceeds expectations with its exceptional build quality and customizable features. The premium materials offer a comfortable grip, while the adjustable thumbsticks and paddle configurations enhance gameplay precision. The improved durability ensures longevity, making it a worthwhile investment for serious gamers. The responsive controls and seamless wireless connectivity contribute to an immersive gaming experience. Though it comes with a higher price tag, the Xbox Elite 2 Controller delivers unparalleled performance and customization options, making it a must-have for enthusiasts.

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

    Great controller would recommend

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

    There’s so much accessibility and customization within this controller works well with PC. You can even set. Key binds for keyboard bind help win games don’t have controller accessibility

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

    Solid

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

    nice solid build, so far so good The Microsoft Elite Series 2 Controller is a premium gaming controller that offers a variety of features to enhance your gaming experience. With customizable buttons, adjustable thumbstick tension, and swappable D-pads, this controller allows you to tailor it to your preferences. The controller also has durable build quality and a rechargeable battery for convenience. Overall, the Microsoft Elite Series 2 Controller is a great choice for gamers looking for a high-quality, customizable controller.

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

    Comfortable

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

    Fits your hand perfectly. Great grips. Easy to use and update...

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

    A great choice for fsp gaming and PC

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

    Great controller love it especially on Black Ops 6

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

    Great controller get a warranty.

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

    I love this controller. It looks and feels like a quality piece of kit. Sadly as good as it is I find it breaks often. Definitely recommend getting a replacement warranty on this controller. I expect a controller to fail eventually but this thing always has a failure within a year. I’m by no means hard on my controller either I in fact take great care of my stuff. For nearly $200 I’d like this thing to not have a back button that fails to register after 6 months of use. I still rate it high because it is arguably one of the best controllers ever made but it seems they cheaped out on some components.

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

    Xbox elite controller

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

    The ultimate gaming controller definitely my go to controller for gaming with the stick tension adjustment and back paddles.

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

    Greater Controller

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

    This Controller enhanced my Halo game playing experience.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Controller quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great controller for casual or competitive!

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    Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great controller, better that the elite 1. I use it for both competitive an casual gaming on a broad spectrum of gaming genres! Highly recommend!

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

    Excellent b-day gift

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

    Absolutely love this controller. Got it as a birthday gift just as my previous one was quitting on me. Wife was able to order and pickup with ease.

    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.

    Have one of these controllers at home, so decided to pick one up for my travel laptop. Woks great!!

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

    100% recommend

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

    I’ve had this for a month now and It’s the best controller I’ve ever had. I don’t plan on buying paddles, but the handles feel very comfortable and the customization of how far the triggers go makes the experience feel much more snappy

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Controller quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Xbox elite series 2 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 like customizing controller and the built quality is solid and nice plus the accessories is well made to fit your hands and your control love the product.

    I would recommend this to a friend