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Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars with 16617 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:
    Weight

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome controller for PC gaming

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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 heavier than a regular controller but definitely a lot more grip and customization available. It feels comfortable while gaming and having it connect to the pc via wireless usb n gaming with a 65” 4k tv is awesome. I would definitely recommend this controller for pc.

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

    Elite series 2

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

    So far so good. My last one lasted about 2 years before the right bumper started not responding. Hoping this one will ladt longer.

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great controller

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

    This is a best controller. Easy to set up and use. Has vibration and does not stick like others cheaper controllers.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Best Buy Employee

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    I love the controller. Has a couple flaws though

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

    Problems: buttons (LB AND RB) start to work less over time, causing presses to not register. Some minor issues with the rubberized material peeling at the seem after a while. Too expensive to be having this problem at $180 pros: great controller with amazing customization. love the paddles too. it is great to hold and aiming with them is pretty much a breeze. I also love the adjustable triggers, and the case it comes with that can charge the thing.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Xbox

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

    Good for change custom color plus long lasting batterry

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great improvement over the elite 1

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

    I’ve been using the elite 1 controller since release and must say the elite 2 has some improvements that caught my eyes, the joystick can finally be adjusted and they no longer bouncing back and forth like the elite 1.

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    We bought 2

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

    These are easy to sync to the Xbox. Also, the controllers can be modified for sensativity, which helps my son in game controlling. The magnetic pieces are great because it makes the look of the controller customizable. Highly recommended!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Best Buy Employee

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Comfy Controller

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

    While it may be a little rough on the back end, the Elite controller does hold up pretty well. Has a nice grip on them and you can even adjust the the left and right triggers to where you won’t go overboard on them.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    The best

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

    Very comfortable you’re able to adjust a different settings and the Xbox light change color to I set it too I love it.

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

    Xbox elite controller

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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 Xbox elite controller. They last years. Second one I've bought. The first one I had lasted about 3-4 years traditional controllers are dead within a year.

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

    The ultimate upgrade for my Alienware R16 setup

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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 on the market, period. I use this for almost all my gaming on my Alienware R16 and the build quality is night and day compared to a standard controller. The adjustable-tension sticks and paddles make a huge difference in feel and precision. If you’re serious about gaming on a PC or console, it’s worth every penny.

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

    Joystick and fighting games

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

    Did not realize twisting the joystick makes it come off. During street fighter the joystick gets loose and i have to re tighten during a fight.

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

    Elite 2 core > original elite 2

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

    Great controller, has proven to be more durable than the original elite 2 while being slightly lighter in weight. Ive used elite 2 controllers for about 3 years and the bumpers always fail withing the first year or shortly after and this elite core has been running the longest, so in comparison i definitely would put the core on top, and you can get cool colors.

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

    Amazing

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

    Overall amazing product, has the weight and durability you’d expect for a top of the line product. Feels amazing in fps games, it’s snappy and never lets you down

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

    Gif ti yuor birthday

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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.

    Like my son play all the have times and say mom go to the Best Buy because this store have guarantee to the all customer.

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

    Great controller! But when that stick drift happens it’s a wrap. Worth getting the geek squad insurance so you walk in and out with a new controller without any fuss.

    I would 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.

    When I first saw the price on this controller, I said in my head no Controller was worth this money, but sure enough when I opened up the box and finally used this thing I was like omg , and the settings that you can do, I refused to use any other controller now

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

    Elite Series 2, Great Buy!!!

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

    Always satisfied with the Microsoft Elite Series 2 controllers. I have owned multiples of this item over the years and am still amazed with the quality of product that I have received. Great buy if you are looking to up your gaming controls!

    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 deal if you already have the paddles for the back! Very satisfied to not have to buy a whole new setup when im just in need of the core controller!

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

    review elite series controller

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

    i got this for my boyfriend for christmas and he LOVED it hes been wanting a new controller and this is the one he wanted

    I would recommend this to a friend