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Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars with 16696 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:
    Feel
    Cons mentioned:
    Button quality, Stick drift

    Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Online reviews were right unfortunately.

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

    I still have 2 xbox 360s, 2 xbox ones, 1 xbox one s, and also an xbox one x along with all the original controllers. They all still work really well. Only two of the ten old controllers have a slight issue with drift. They are standard stock controllers. This series 2 has such fantastic feel to it. Loved playing with it. But it seems to have slowly acquired all the problems I've read about online. Only 5 months after purchase, it performs worse than my oldest stock 50 dollar controller. Stick drifting, buttons non reactive whenever it feels like it, and disconnecting blue tooth or even hard wired. I love all of my xbox equipment, but sad to say, i wouldn't recommend this controller until Microsoft can fix the many issues it has. Microsoft should reassess where this is manufactured and consider giving the contract for it to a more qualified manufacturer.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Price, Stick drift

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Works and feels great, but stick drift problematic

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

    Love the controller with exception of price and the stick drift issue. It's nice that Microsoft finally acknowledged that it was a problem and extended the warranty but it would be better if they would fix the issue. On my second controller in 4 months so we'll see how it holds up. A little on the pricey side when considering the quality issues they have been having.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great buy

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

    Great feel awesome sensitivity can’t go wrong getting one of these programmable controllers edition of the Puddles is awesome

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

      Hi there,

      Thanks for taking the time to share your thoughts! We are happy to hear that you like the feel and sensitivity of the Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2. We hope it enhances your gaming experience.

      Cheers,
      Kiernan
      Xbox Customer Care Microsoft

  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Long battery life

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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 battery life on these and it’s nice to charge wireless when done playing.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Gaming

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

    My Boyfriend loves it. works great and very smooth definitely recommend.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Perfect controller

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

    Perfect controller. This is my second elite controller. I still have the first, I just wanted a spare. Feels solid. The only difference is that this does not come with the carrying case or the back paddles. I got back paddles elsewhere for $15.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Btr than he. 2

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

    Btr than gen 2. Feels sturdier and hasn’t drifted yet.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Xbox control

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

    Very good item my son love that he’s very happy good item

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great controller

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

    Great controller. The trigger hardstops are my favorite part of the controller. Bumpers can show wear quickly tho in my opinion

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great controller, but 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.

    This is my fourth Microsoft Elite controller I have owned. All have been purchased from Best Buy. I always purchase the extended warranty because they always seem to develop hardware issues. The controller itself has an excellent feel and performs well. Unfortunately for me, they seem to have a fully functional life of about one year before needing replacement. Its very disappointing for a high quality item like this to have continuing issues!

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    xbox one controller feels great

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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 its the best made i wish the buttons wasn't made so cheap that's it but other then that it feel great

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

      Thanks for sharing your thoughts on the Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2, we appreciate the feedback. We are happy to hear you are loving it. Wishing you happy gaming!

      Cheers,
      Kiernan
      Xbox Customer Care Microsoft

  • Cons mentioned:
    Stick drift

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Elite remote

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

    Works great, gets stick draft after a couple months though.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome controller.

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

    Unsurpassed customization and battery life The trigger locks and adjustable stick tension make this the best controls for FPS style games.

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

      It's great to hear that you're enjoying the advanced customization features and battery life of your new Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2. We're glad that it's enhanced your experience playing first-person shooters, too. We hope you win a lot of game matches with it!

      Happy gaming,
      Chuck
      Xbox Customer Care Microsoft

  • Cons mentioned:
    Stick drift

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Ehhhh..

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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.

    If you buy this, you might as well buy two, or absolutely have a warranty. Sturdy and definitely improves ability, but it's a roulette whether the controller will gave stick drift out of the box or not. If you want to shell out more money, get a SCUF

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Xbox Elite Controller

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    Posted . Owned for 11 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Controller has been fantastic, I have been using it for almost a year up until recently when I started getting stick drift and even with the customization of the controller I am not able to fix it. I recommend getting the protection plan as the manufacturer's warranty won't replace it.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best controller available.

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

    Premium quality controller. Definitely worth the price even if you’re coming from the first elite controller. A lot more customization options

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

    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.

    I love this controller! It's changed how I play and I'm getting better. Feels really good in your hands and durable for sure.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Xbox controller Xbox controller

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

    Great controller I will highly recommend it has a good grip and good weight 

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    M

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

    Easy to handle. You can customize. Great control..

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

    Excellent Controller!

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

    Has many options and feels very good in the hands. Very satisfied

    I would recommend this to a friend