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The comparable value price is $149.99

Customer reviews

Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars with 16150 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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  • Best Buy Employee

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Worth it

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

    "It's heavy, heavy means reliable. If it doesnt work you can hit him with it"

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

    Very Satisfied

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

    Excellent device, worth the upgrade for the price.

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

    The best controller

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

    I absolutely love the elite controllers. My first one lasted 8 years and i needed to replace it. The new elite is still the great quality with new features. I use it for xbox as well as my pc.

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

    My brother loves this 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 got my brother the Microsoft Elite Series 2 controller for Christmas, and it's a good boost. The build quality seems strong and classy, and the adjustable thumbsticks and rear paddles are quite handy for gaming. My brother claims the battery life is also very good. It's a tad expensive, but considering how customizable it is, it's worth it. He loves it, therefore I'd say it was a great gift!

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

    Good controller

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    Posted . Owned for 10 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Very good heavy controller especially for an elite controller

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

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Solid product. Too expensive.

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

    Nice product. Feels really solid. Battery life is really good. However it is just a controller like the rest of them. If tou are not intending on using paddles than buyin a reular controller at more than half the cost makes more sense.

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

    Worth it

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

    Good controller with surprisingly long battery life.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    3 out of 5 stars – Great features, but durability

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

    The Elite Series 2 controller has some fantastic customization options—adjustable tension thumbsticks, swappable components, and a built-in rechargeable battery that lasts quite a while. The grip feels premium, and the paddles can really improve gameplay once you get used to them. However, for a controller in this price range, the long-term build quality is questionable. After just a few months of regular use, I started experiencing stick drift and issues with the bumpers. It's frustrating considering how much it costs. Microsoft nailed the design and features, but they really need to improve the reliability for it to be worth the premium price.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Better Than the Original

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

    Better than the original Elite controller. I've been through three Elite controllers due to stick drift and other issues, but the Elite Series 2 has lasted the longest without any issues.

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

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Swing and a miss for Xbox

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

    Straight out of the box controller had massive stick drift. Both thumb sticks have serious drift and has been an issue the entire time I have owned. Did not have this issue with previous gen. Had high hopes but unfortunately this controller is not a home run, single at best.

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

    Buy this control!

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

    Best control in my opinion. Love the added triggers on the back of the remote and being able to customize all buttons is really helpful and useful.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 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.

    Great purchase my gaming is much smoother and controller feels much better in my hands

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

    Good 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 work very good would recommend

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

    Xbox pro controller

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

    It’s a very good controller that will last a long time. My bf has charged it maybe twice in the last 8 months of having it. It’s perfect

    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.

    Real feel and response during game play. Comfortable grip.

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

    Perfect

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

    Love this elite series controller was using the regular controller until now.

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

    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.

    This controller took time to get use to but once you get the hang of it it makes game play so much easier

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

    Love it, better than SCUF IMO

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

    Honestly the best controller I have used yet. Even without using the extra buttons and triggers, the weight and size of this controller just feel right. They seem to have resolved the issues we all had with the original Elite controller and offer plenty of customization options with extra sticks and buttons.

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

    Xbox Elite Series 2 Core

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

    It has been solid but I already have some stick drift.

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

    Must have!

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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. Must have for fps type games. It will improve your game play.

    I would recommend this to a friend