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Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars with 16816 reviews

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    Rating 4.2 out of 5 stars

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88%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers are satisfied with the overall performance, battery life, and customization options of the Xbox Elite Series 2 Core Wireless Controller. Many appreciate the comfortable feel, good weight, and useful paddles. However, some customers have reported issues with stick drift and button quality. The price point and bumper durability were also concerns for some users.

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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good game controller

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

    Controller feels great and the weight makes it feel premium. Bought the controller for the rear buttons and it works well. Xbox controller software lets you tune the controller to your liking. May be on the expensive side because a regular Xbox controller functions the same minus the back buttons and the tuning capability.

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

    Absolute Elite

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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 my 5th Elite controller. They're very good for competitive players, but can easily use them for casual laid back gaming. Has plenty of customizations and sure is pretty to look at. I would recommend getting the Geeksquad Protection though, as the controllers tend to drift after a year of use.

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

    Controller

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

    I like that the charge lasts long I definitely want to buy another . It works great I haven't had any issues with I've had it for roughly a month now .

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

    Great quality and customization.

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

    You can feel the difference in quality on this controller compared to the standard Xbox ones. Even if you are not looking to use all of the features, you might have gone through two or three controllers already because they broke. Good investment to make if you are in that situation or if you do not want to keep on replacing part on your controller. The customization on the elite is endless. The four paddles feel great. The ability to tighten and swap out the joy sticks is also great.

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

      Thanks for sharing how much you're enjoying the Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2. We're glad that you're a fan of its customization features and back paddles, too. It's great to hear that it's been a good investment and we hope you have a lot of fun with it.

      Happy gaming,
      Chuck
      Xbox Customer Care Microsoft

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome Competitive 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 traded my old Elite Series 2 (RB, back paddles, and B button would get stuck occasionally) for a new Elite Series 2 controller they had at the Best Buy store, and oh boy was the new one better. Now, the buttons and everything function as intended. Onto the specs. The controller is heavy, but I do not mind the weight and it is comfortable. I like the four back paddles as I do not have to remove my thumbs away from the thumbsticks to press the buttons that are on the front of the controller. This is a game-changer for me because you will have a faster response time than other players who own a regular controller and do not own back paddles. Overall, this controller is worth the price if you want a competitive edge and desire everything that is included with this version of the controller. Just be aware that it might be a defective one.

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

    Best of the best

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

    I bought a lots of other brand but this one are my favorite, its so comfortable so light and smooth

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

    Best Xbox controller ever

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

    Best controller ive ever had hands down. Open box deal through best buy and ive had this for a year as my everyday Xbox and PC controller. It is mt favortie and if it ever breaks i will gladly pay to replace it. Heavier and made with better materials than a traditional xbox controller

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

    Excellent controller, just buy the warranty. Lol

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

    Absolutely love my Elite controller. Heavier weight, textured rear grip, customizable binds, home button color, joy stick resistance, customizable trigger settings, & more. My ONLY issue is the stupid bumpers are still cheaply made. BUY THE WARRANTY!!

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

    Solid Performer

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

    By far the heaviest of the XBox controllers out there mainly due to a 40 hour rechargeable battery. The rubberized grips do make it a much more pleasant controller to use. Easier to hold on to. The variety of buttons and sticks is always nice and they are simple and easy to replace. Extra buttons with three button profiles to save to. With an indicator light to tell you which profile you are using. The charging hub is not large and can easily sit on top of the console. Con: Expensive!

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

      We're glad that you're enjoying the comfortable feel and updated customization features of your new Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2. It's great to hear that you're a fan of its internal rechargeable battery and lengthy battery life as well. We hope you have a lot of fun with it.

      Happy gaming,
      Chuck
      Xbox Customer Care Microsoft

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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great pro

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

    Its a great feeling controller that does what a pro should be able to do. Last 40 hours with a single charge, can be customized on the xbox and saves the data. Only draw back is you need to buy the attachments so plan for a extra 50 down the road.

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

    Works amazingly. Durability is sus for sure

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

    These controllers are great. Pros: Customizable Feels great Love the grips Cons: About to get my 4th one is 6 years. Had 1 with bad stick drift after a year (common issues) 1 both bumpers stopped working consistantly (common) Was able to use paddles to solve this problem. 1 that the house cracked (might have came that way), but spread. Treated the controller carefully too. So, love the controller. But i am also prepare to replace it every year lol.

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

    Great controller!!

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

    Battery life is great! And the most comfortable controller I own. Love that you can change the sensitivity on the sticks and triggers. Haven’t had any drift issues in the year and many hours I’ve been using it.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Best Buy Employee

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love this 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.

    [Employee of bestbuy] I originally bought this controller on a whim (I had a rewards certificate that was going to expire). I was originally a Playstation controller person stretching back to my PS2 as a kid, but I'm in love with the elite. The extra weight of the controller was a bit weird at first but now other controllers seem like a cheap toy in comparison. This is high quality and can take a beating as it travels with me. One word of caution: Use the included case if you're traveling with it. Because the D-pad and analog sticks are hot-swappable that means they're also removable. The analog sticks especially can and WILL fall off if you just throw this in a backpack or something. It comes with a really nice case, so just use that. I don't like the paddle buttons in the back but that's okay because you can take them off. Very happy with this purchase and I'll get another one or an Elite 3 when the time comes to replace it.

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

    Great product

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

    The elite 2 is a great controller. Very durable. Many custom options available at your fingertips and it has a perfect weight to it.

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

    Game changer

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

    This should be the standard for all controllers to achieve. The amount of tweaking and customizing is insane, and only goes to show how much care Microsoft put into this controller. Travel case, charging dock, swappable d-pads/control sticks, textured grips, cables, tension tool, programmable profiles, trigger stops, paddles, I mean, I don't know what else they could do to make this thing even better. My hat goes off to you, Bravo!

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

    It feels real!

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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 controller is heavier than the regular Xbox controller. You can change out thumb sticks, d-pad and paddles. The thumb sticks have adjustable tension and it allows you to save four presets including the default to the controller (double the first elite controller). The triggers have three settings which are good for those needing to setup for faster shooting in games. This is a durable alternative to the original controller and totally worth the investment for serious gamers.

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

    Amazing

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

    The controller is very comfortable and easily costumizable. Also instead of the constant need to change out the batteries this controller contains a built in battery pack you just need to charge and should last up to 1 whole day or even 2 depending on how much you game.

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

    The Best Controller On The Market.

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

    I think Microsoft went above and beyond with this controller. It’s super comfortable to hold, it’s a good weight and the mapping is immaculate. I love the paddles and the interchangeable joysticks. If you want to invest money into another controller, make it this one.

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

    Nice controller

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

    Awesome, sleek controller. Has a nice weight to it. The buttons on the back are really convenient for fast-paced gameplay and has an ergonomic design. Love that it is rechargeable, I can go about a week between charges. My only issue is that the 'A' button has already started acting up, only about a month into my use.

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

    Amazing controller

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

    Battery lasts days, everything is as promised and better. Buttons feel great, grip is amazing doesn’t feel and the controller doesn’t feel broken or cheap. You’ll know you’re holding an amazing piece of technology. Only problem is that I have had it for half a year and the bumpers are already broken, would be a huge issue but I purchased the warranty. Everyone else beware of your controller breaking easily.

    I would recommend this to a friend