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Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars with 16751 reviews

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    Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars

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88%would recommend to a friend
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  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great controller, iffy thumbsticks

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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.

    This was my go to controller for a long time. The back paddles are my favorite out of any of the other premium options that include back buttons. The triggers have 3 settings, great for fps games for faster trigger pulls. And the dpad is nice and responsive. My only complaint about the controller is the thumb sticks. While they do have the amazing option to adjust tension which is useful, they also have the worst recentering springs I’ve seen on any controller. There always seems to be a little extra play in the thumbstick and it never really returns to true center on its on. Overall a good controller and a solid option. If they fix the thumbsticks on the next iteration it would truly be the best option out there

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best value upscale controller

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

    Great controller and it is totally worth it. The battery last what seems like forever. I rarely have to charge and when I do it’s lightening quickly because of usb-c. If you enjoy gaming and not paying for batteries or silly pack then purchase this controller.

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

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Get protection

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

    Great controller for a few months. This does however break down after a few months.

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    From Elite One to Two

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

    I have a mix feel for this, seems like it’s beyond my Xbox one x, I’ve notice a little lag with input from time to time, but when it’s plug it, it’s perfect. There’s a lot you can do to tune it over the first series. Maybe there’s a update in the future for the lag issue or perhaps the X Series will be able to keep up. Of course if had a choice I would have brought another series 1.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Suprised on durability

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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, has lasted me a year now. Maintenance is key on keeping the controller operating in good condition.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    elite

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

    The best till new one comes out, great controller though, need haptic

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    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.

    Nice controller. I wish they were sold with paddles . Best buy has the best price on these controllers !

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

    Not for everyone, but nails it for hardcore gamers

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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.

    Lots of customization options available and more comfortable than the standard Xbox controller. I think mostly competitive players can appreciate its features but still worth while if you know what you dislike about the standard controller. Biggest issue is you can't easily swap the battery, which is disappointing considering the cost of this product.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from MicrosoftOutreachTeam
      Posted .

      Hey there,

      The ability to customize your player interface is a huge benefit, and something our users were looking for out of their controller. We're thrilled you've found the perfect solution for you in your new Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2! Thank you for taking a few minutes to share your thoughts with the community. Whether it be the comfort it brings, or the overall performance level, we're excited to be a valued addition to your next-generation gaming setup.

      Happy Gaming,
      Brad - Xbox Customer Care Microsoft

  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Amazing controller for gaming

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

    I use this controller for pc gaming and this thing is sweet. Controls are tight without drifting off. Different ways to customize the triggers to get quicker response. Would definitely recommend.

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    My Daily Driver Controller, Can't Play Without It

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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 controller, it is amazingly effective and feels great. However, I had to purchase a second one after the first one started having problems after a year. Love it though so bought a new one at full price. Would only buy if you won't be hurting after your 200 controller starts to break down in a year. Use it for Halo, COD, and Skyrim.

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

      We're thrilled that you're enjoying your Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2, but sorry that there was an issue with the first one you purchased. The limited manufacturer's warranty for this product has been extended to one year. If you have any more problems, we recommend contacting our team at Xbox Support for assistance here: https://support.xbox.com/en-US/help/hardware-network/controller/wireless-controller-solution

      Hope that helps,
      Chuck
      Xbox Customer Care Microsoft

  • Pros mentioned:
    Feel

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Master Control

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

    This Xbox Controller stabds alone as the must have for every gamer. Easy use, programmable everything, not only on console butmon PC games as well. Great Feel, and works for all Hand sizes. You will feel the difference.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    The Best Controller for Xbox

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    Posted . Owned for 9 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I use this controller everyday. USB C Rechargeable. Durable and comfortable as well as innovative.

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Nice controller

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

    Has good weight. Feels good in your hands. Nice to play with.

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

      Hey there,

      We're happy to know you appreciate the weight and design of your new Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2, and have found it to host a comfortable user interface and an optimized construction. We're glad it feels good in your hands! Thank you for taking a few minutes to share your experience with the community, we appreciate it. We're glad you are pleased with your purchase!

      Happy Gaming,
      Brad - Xbox Customer Care Microsoft

  • Pros mentioned:
    Customization

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Controller

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

    As an avid gamer, I can confidently say that the Microsoft Elite Series 2 Core Wireless Controller is an absolute game-changer. Packed with advanced features and top-notch build quality, this controller takes gaming to a whole new level of precision and customization.

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

    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.

    LOVE IT. SO MUCH BETTER THAN THE ORIGINAL!!! Ergonomic and light and fully customizable!

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Big upgrade from the standard controller

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

    I said i would never pay more then 60 bucks for a controller was at best buy and decided to give the elite a try i will never use a standard controller again the elite has improved my gaming in call of duty and lots of other games and the customizing of the controller is outstanding well done Microsoft

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

    So far been using this controller for 2 weeks. No complaints, no stick drift noticed *yet* . Ive had 3 other elite controllers that all showed drifting anywhere from 1 week to couple months out. Hoping they solved issues. Does not come with paddles however i had plenty of others from previous ones.

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

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Great...but

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

    Feels great in your hand and I like that I dont have to worry about battery packs. Bigest issue is that the thumbstick neef to be constantly re-tightened and that the extra buttons underneath can be pressed inadvertently. Still an upgrade from the core controller.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    elite

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

    way better than the normal controllers highly recommened

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Major game changer!

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

    Love the feel of this over the basic controller. The level of customization is amazing and can be applied to any play style. The latest update did cause some issues playing on an Ipad but it works well enough.

    I would recommend this to a friend