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Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars with 16686 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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  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Worth Every Penny

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

    Finally made the decision and bought the Elite Series 2 controller and wish I bought it years ago but for the price I was able to get it for couldn’t say no!

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Worth it!

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

    Awesome upgrade! Feels a lot better, new trigger options, tension control, internal batt. Feels good, looks good, owns good! Firm handshakes to the develops over at MS. Woo!

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

      It's fantastic to hear that you're enjoying the comfortable feel and customization features of your new Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2. We're thrilled that it's been a good upgrade for you, and we hope you have a lot of fun with it.

      Happy gaming,
      Chuck
      Xbox Customer Care Microsoft

  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good gets job done

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

    Cool looking works well. Much better then classic controller

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Quality

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

    Excellent controller, easily customizable with great comfort

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

    Satisfied

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

    Great fit, love the position of the pads, and seems accommodating for a faster reflex action

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Broken Arm

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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 for my grandson who is 9 years old with a broken left arm who is a total gamer but was having a difficult time playing due to his unfortunate accident.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love it

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

    Very good controller currently using it on my PC and it just feels really premium

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

    Customer service

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

    The device was not functioning by any means the whole left side was dead. But that’s to Best Buy I got my money back the next day great service but hope that the open box stuff gets tested better and actually deemed fit for resell

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

    Best controller for the money

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

    Was always hesitant because of the price to pick one up, super glad I finally did. Highly recommend.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    The best

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

    If you want to elevate your gameplay get this controller. It’s sturdy, holds a long charge, and the paddles are game changing.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome Purchase

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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.

    A little pricey but if you have the money and love gaming, this controller is definitely worth it. Every single button is customizable and so is the brightness/color of the xbox logo. Magnetic swappable switches and joysticks are awesome, as is the weight and feel of the controller.

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

    5 star

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    Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Love this controller best part about it is the paddles on the back. High quality feel

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great

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

    Very nice controller. Heavy and durable. Best that i have used

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great value

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

    Its a great controller. The quality of it is good, it's heavy, durable, everything about it is pretty cool. Also, it's cool that it has C type charger

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

      Thanks for sharing your thoughts. We're happy to hear that you're enjoying the quality and design of the Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2. We hope it elevates your gaming experience!

      Cheers,
      Kiernan
      Xbox Customer Care Microsoft

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    There’s no better controller out there!

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

    Impressed with how much of a upgrade the elite 2 is compared to the elite 1, it brought a smile to my face and was not regretting my purchase as soon as I held the elite 2 in my hands! The improved choices of analog sticks makes the controller feel like it was made for you. Having 3 configuration for the back paddle mapping compared to the 2 on the elite1 is the prefect amount, with also having a default setting making it seem like 4 button mapping layouts. Would recommend to anyone especially the to the elite gamers who want the most out of their gaming experience!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Amazing controller if you're going pro

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

    At first I thought the 200+ price point was outrageous but actually using the controller I can see why it was necessary. The controller is great, at first the diamond textured grips felt wierd but i got used to it. I have been using this non stop and the best part is I barely have to charge it. I played games for an entire week on one battery charge which to me is pretty outstanding. And the adjustable control sticks just make it all come together. Whatever game I choose to play the sticks are able to support the comfort and usefulness that i look for. I highly recommend this as a pick up.

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

      Thanks for recommending the Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2! We're glad that it has enhanced your gaming experience and that you're enjoying its comfortable grip. We hope you win a lot of game matches with it.

      Happy gaming,
      Chuck
      Xbox Customer Care Microsoft

  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Would have been a keeper if not for the itchy palm

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    Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I really wanted to like this controller, it felt very solidly well made, except for just one annoying thing: the rubber or latex or whatever material the black side grips are made of made my palms very itchy. Im not sure why. If it did not do that, i probably would have happily kept using this controller. Heres hoping microsoft uses a different, non itchy material for their future elite series 3 controller, if and when they release it.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Button quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Nifty controller.

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

    It’s nice to have different color controllers. Other than that, it works exactly like the other elite series 2 controllers. No problems with the buttons sticking or falling off.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Treat Yo Self

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

    Love the way this controller feels in the hand and the customizations that it's capable of.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Helpful

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

    Great controller. They helped me pick the right one for me. Great service yet again.

    I would recommend this to a friend