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Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars with 16727 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:
    Customization

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Nice upgrade

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

    I owned 3 Series 1 Elite Controllers. Those 3 were fine. I had no problem with them. This version is a slight upgrade to the Series 1. I enjoy the customization of changing out the paddles and D pad. I would recommend this controller to the hardcore gamer only.

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

      Thank you for recommending Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 to hardcore gamers! We're glad that you're enjoying the upgrade from its predecessor. We hope you have a lot of fun playing games with it.

      Happy gaming,
      Chuck
      Xbox Customer Care Microsoft

  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Elite Series 2 Core Wireless Controller

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

    My son loves this extra controller to play wit his friends and cousins.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best Buy ever!!!!

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

    Hands down best upgrade from buying the regular controller. The customization is epic!!! Must buy

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

    Xbox elite controller

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

    Works perfectly! I’ve been using it to play call of duty and rocket league and it’s been working flawlessly!

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    The best

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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 it for a Christmas gift, and they told me that it was the best gift I could give. The best, excellent quality

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

    Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Last about a year

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

    Ive bought about 5 of these over the years and every single one had the left or right bumpers stop working after about 8 months to a year. Getting the best buy warranty makes the next one only $60 but its getting really annoying having to buy another one every year. But besides that its a decent controller if you want paddles.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Xbox upgrade

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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.

    Finally decided it was time to upgrade i was always on the fence on getting this item but when I saw for a good fair price i got on it

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

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Xbox Series 2 elite controller

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

    It is a great heavy controller,but it a shame that this controller with the high price tag has issues and I needed to get the extended warranty Mine had issues with left stick wandering and right bumper reacting slowly. I like the built in battery though. So I had to go to Best Buy (I did set an appointment) with the Rep on phone said controller was in stock.of course no controller In stock.best buy was going to give me store credit,but finally said they can order me another one( I had to rebuy the warranty again) Prior to this I called Microsoft and their warranty on this controller is only 90 days so extended warranty did help from Best Buy

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Elite is the way to go

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

    This is now the only controller that i use it feels so goos in the hands . I have not even gotten into the programable buttons to elevate gameplay more. I use this on both pc and console.

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

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Great controller. Easily gets stick drift

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

    So I LOVE the elite controller. It’s great to use, has great features, and feels so comfortable. Definitely prefer it over the regular controller. I have had 2 in the last 3 years though because it is known for how easily it gets stick drift. I basically only play FPS (apex specifically), and the stick drift happens randomly and seems unfixable. Luckily, there is a warranty with microsoft for this so you can repair it but you shouldn’t have to repair a $200.00 controller that is always taken care of (placed in case every time after use and never dropped).

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    the best quality stock from manufacture

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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.

    By far the best purchase at Best Buy. Seems like the get the best quality stock because my controller hasn’t failed me once

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Plug and play with old parts

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

    So far so good. The old elite 2s bumpers and paddles would go out on me playing fortnite competitively so hopefully these ones are more durable.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best controller tbh

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

    OG feel, havent had stick drift yet. Love the adjustable triggers and sticks to adjust firmness

    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.

    This is a great controller. Customizable in many ways, with my fav being the ability to make the triggers into hair triggers with a simple switch on the bottom of the controller. I love that it's rechargeable and contains the built-in charger in the carrying case.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Perfect Upgrade for Controller

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

    Exactly as advertised, a very versatile controller for XBox One with swappable joysticks and D-pad along with paddles and hair triggers on the back. Excellent battery life as well and comes with a great case to store the extra swappable parts, paddles, and charging station.

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

      It's fantastic to hear that Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 has been a perfect upgrade for you. We're glad that you're enjoying its customization features, internal rechargeable battery, and handy storage case as well. We hope you get a lot of use out of it.

      Happy gaming,
      Chuck
      Xbox Customer Care Microsoft

  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Nice controller

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

    This controller feels nice and easy to use. I have not had any issues with it so far. All though this controller uses a rechargeable battery, the battery life on this controller is very good.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great controller

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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.

    Buy the warranty. This is my 3rd elite 2. Phenomenon controller but they get stick drift after months. The second one I bought did not even get much use and got it. Best Buy has been great with honoring the warranty at least.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best choice for gaming

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

    One of the best controls I’ve played with, I own one and making this purchase as a gift to a friend. recommend this controller.

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Service plan a must

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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, just waiting for the dreaded stick drift. Get the service plan. I have had about 5 different controllers already.

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Could have been Great!!!

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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.

    Great Controller for playing on Xbox but with an asterisk. If you want to save your money get the protection plan as the controller will inevitably fail. I am on my 4th one now and so glad that I always get the protection plan.

    I would recommend this to a friend