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Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars with 17018 reviews

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    Rating 4.2 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 enjoy the overall performance, impressive battery life, and extensive customization options offered by this controller. Users frequently highlight the comfortable grip, balanced weight, and high-quality feel during gameplay. However, some customers have expressed concerns regarding the long-term durability of the buttons and the potential for stick drift. Additionally, while many appreciate the design, some find the premium price point and specific bumper functionality to be areas for improvement.

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  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Got scammed

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

    Paid for a brand new in the box controller and pretty sure I got an open box or someone’s return because the paddles were already on the controller when I opened the packaging. Pretty sure I’m the one that is supposed to put on the paddles. Plus the left thumb stick had some residue around the inner ring

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Defective a,b, and y buttons

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

    A,b, and y buttons have a defect in them. They don’t register or double press right out of the box. I returned and got a different one 6 times and all had the same issues. Finally got tired or having to return them and got the Razer Ultimate which does not have this issue. Couldn’t be happier.

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

    XBOX controller

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

    Great control. Wireless is the way to go. Nothing gets in the way of gaming.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    It will break.

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

    The controller itself is great. Feels great and has great features. Get the warranty. Something will break on it. I have had 2 series 2 controllers. First one made it just a little over a year. The second only made it 6 months until I needed to replace it. Now, Best Buy is sold out online and in store. Who knows when I will actually get a replacement.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Nice but doesn’t last

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

    Analog stick wore out and started sticking after a month of use. Really disappointed.

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

    Wow amazing

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

    Amazing product thought I was over priced but was well priced for what you get

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Not worth the money/ internal battery is bad

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

    Bought this around 8 months ago the internal battery is already going out the charge gets worse and worse and now will just make the wig out when needing charging instead of alerting for low battery.

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

    Love it

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

    Great design, good price, great fit. When bought with the kit can swap buttons.

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

    Still Worth it, Same Experience

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

    Slightly cheaper package but still worth it.. best xbox /PC gaming experience

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Can't recommend

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

    Just got mine and it was already separating apart when I unboxed it vant believe how low quality this is

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Avoid

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

    Stopped working about one year from purchase date. Seems it’s happens a lot

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

    It do be ELITE

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

    yeah its heavy but you get used to it. I am very satisfied with my purchase!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Better then OG

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

    Awesome controller, terrible reliability constant disconnects

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Great at first....

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    Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Worked good for 4 months. Then after the 90 day warranty, the RB button failed completely. The left thumb stick started to drift as well. For this hefty price one would think that this is a premium product. Sadly it fails on that front

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

      Hi there,

      We're sorry that there are issues with your Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2. The limited manufacturer's warranty for this product has been extended to one year. If you're within the warranty period, we recommend contacting our team at Xbox Support for assistance here: https://beta.support.xbox.com/en-US/help/hardware-network/controller/wireless-controller-solution

      Hope that helps,
      Chuck
      Xbox Customer Care Microsoft

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Really good

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

    Great investment. I definitely recommend this if you want to up your gaming

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    LB and RB are prone to breaking

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

    I bought this on July 8th and I am buying another controller today as the RB button has broken and I can't play Rocket League anymore. I'm disappointed in how these controllers always seem to give out with either of the buttons listed, a shame really.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    The first one is better

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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 not great quality it needs work my bumper is already starting to mess up and I've only had it a week or two

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from MicrosoftOutreachTeam
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      Hey Jake,

      We're sorry that there's an issue with your new Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2. If it's still within Best Buy's return period, we recommend exchanging it for a new one. Otherwise, please contact Xbox Support for assistance here: https://aka.ms/AA4w2z7

      Hope that helps,
      Chuck
      Xbox Customer Care Microsoft

  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Defective unit

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

    Read about the defective units online and decided to wait a while before purchasing one. The quality control issues must not have been entirely fixed yet, since my controller had unresponsive face buttons out of the box. Took it back and got a refund. If they fix the issues it would be a good controller.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Price

    Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Joy stick drift

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

    Joy stick drift at 6 months, has gotten worse, not worth the price.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Xbox elite series 2 open box excellent

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

    I bought and open box excellent, upon reciving it one of the back buttons where broken, and the left bumper button wouldent work. For being in "excellent " condition it sure was bad

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend