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Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars with 16148 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

    Gaming controller

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

    Feels great in the hands. Battery last a long time makes gaming a lot better

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

    Best controller for reliability

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

    When it comes to reliability and performance, the Elite series stands out as my top choice. Since the introduction of the Elite 1, this controller has proven exceptional. It outperforms its cheaper Xbox counterpart by a long shot. The ability to where Customization is key to a gamer style of play this controller is it. It enhances your gaming experience with the upgraded thumbstick pegs and button mapping flaps, making it the ultimate controller for PC gaming and Xbox first-person shooters. I Couldnt be happier.

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

    Great controller for the money

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

    Best feeling controller ive ever used in my 20 yrs of gaming. If your wanting a great controller without the paddles this is it.

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

    Xbox series s controller

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

    This controller is my favorite one. It makes competitive gaming easy.

    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 used. Super easy to use and fits nicely in hand.

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

    Favorite Controller

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

    I recently purchased this controller for my Dad because i have had one for nearly 4 years and have never had an issue with it outside of needing a battery replacement, which is a very simple process. I would 100% recommend this controller to anyone who wants a high end controller for their Xbox but doesnt want to spend the $200+ that other “elite” style controllers tend to have. Additionally, remapping buttons/triggers is so simple. My dad isnt much of tech person and i was able to show him how to modify the layout within a few minutes.

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good but could be better for the price.

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

    Love these remotes just wish Microsoft would’ve fixed the stick drift issues these tend to get. Doesn’t help that I’ve seen break downs of the remote showing the same joystick design in both this premium remote and their basic remotes.

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

    New after 2yd

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

    Has lasted now almost 2 years still feels almost new.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    It's expensive, but definitely 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.

    really quality controller - love the grips on the handle and the swappable pieces are so easy to switch. also love the internal battery rather than having to switch batteries out. You really feel the step up in quality from the base model to this one.

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

    Lovely

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

    gifted to my boyfriend? he loves it he has another onebur lost the uh sticks?

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Heck yes!

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

    I don’t know what else to say other than, I really like it. The button feel, weight, responsiveness… this controller works extremely well and I have used nothing else since.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love it!!

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

    I love this controller it’s a little pricey but the quality and range is amazing.The customization is amazing too how you can get more thumbsticks for it and the D- pad I really like this controller and the white doesn’t get scuffed at all it’s really durable.

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

    Awesome 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 my second Xbox Ellite. Worth every penny. I would recommend getting the full kit with the charging dock, paddles, and case if you don't already have them though. This only come with the controller, one set of thumb sticks, and a charging cable.

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

    Microsoft Elite Controller

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

    Great product, great quality, no batteries required

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

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Meh

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

    Thought it was great bought as a open box however I later found out the left analog assembly that is soldered to the board is broke so unless i find another one and manage to solder it to the board successfully it's toast.

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

    Wordless

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

    It’s an amazing upgrade just from a regular controller.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Best Buy Employee

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love 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 the different attachments it provides me it’s very convenient to use

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Solid controller!

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

    Excellent controller compared to the one that comes with the XBOX. I’m not a hardcore gamer and probably won’t use it to its full capabilities, but the way it feels in your hand due to the weight and the smoothness of the controls; makes it a great purchase.

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

    Controller Reciew

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

    Love it! Excellent controller and much better than the original. After a year I am starting to get a little stick drift which is annoying

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Elite 2

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

    Controller is pretty good but don’t use it like I thought I would.

    I would recommend this to a friend