Customer Ratings & Reviews

Friend gifted me this and I feel bad when we play together because I don't want to hurt his feelings by not using the controller he got me but man is this thing a pile of trash. Here's all the things I've found to dislike about it in the 6 months since I've had it: 1. Bluetooth connectivity is a joke. Frequently drops connection and takes 5-10 secs to reconnnect. I'm told buying the $30 xbox wireless adapter helps but considering the $180 price tag for this that's a slap in the face. 2. Analog sticks have "stick flick bounce" which means when you flick the analog stick to one side very quickly and then it returns to the center there is a chance the controller registers the stick going the opposite direction which makes certain games with fast tight directional character control virtually unplayable. 3. Palm grips have an unpleasant artificial rubber smell that does not go away even with use and which makes you want to wash your hands after every use. 4. Trigger buttons feel horrible to use and only depress maybe 20% of the way into the sleeve with no satisfying click feedback. 5. Customization is very limited and must be done with the Xbox Accessories app. No deadzone customization (which could have helped point 2). There's lighting controls but the only thing that lights up is the Xbox logo. None of the A, B, X, Y buttons light up. 6. Microsoft bought the patent for the rear triggers on the back and have forbidden other controller makers from incorporating the design and limiting it to their $$$ Elite controllers only. Even then the buttons feel worse than that of the Steam Controller's rear triggers with inconsistent actuation force needed depending on the location pressed. Also the bottom two, because of the drooping shape, dig into your pinky when holding the controller normally so I mostly pulled them off and didn't use them. Build quality and physical customization is nice but IMO this controller isn't worth 60$ let alone the extortionate $180 Microsoft is charging.

Great product and price. Really enjoy using this product

I'd like the the triggers on this it's really good but it would recommend something else

Going on my third unit because #1 had sticky/intermittent A & X buttons, and #2 has developed a very annoying sticky right trigger (thank goodness for Geek Squad protection.) When it's working properly (which isn't for long) it's a nice controller, but it's been plagued with quality control issues.

Eh was ok not great not what described took along time to get

If you have an Xbox, you need to get this controller.

I have my second elite controller version 1. That one is not functional due to the buttons and sticks breaking. Microsoft XBOX should let you trade in the first 150.00 controller for a discount on Elite 2. Elite2 is very responsive and adds an extra dimension to the fun. It is too expensive, that is the problem. Please give those who bought the first version of the controller a break.

This is worth every penny. Works flawlessly. You'll love the upgrade.

The best controller available but the bumpers are quite literally made out of paper (no seriously, look it up). I have gone through 8 of these in 3 years, they are so good that I cant go back to any other controller but they break even when you take great care of them. I never slam or drop my controllers, I keep them in their case when not in use, and I dont mash the bumpers, yet my bumpers never have lasted more than 3 months. If they fixed this, would be a perfect controller.

I've bought this controller three times and have used them across three years. However, they always end up having the same problem. The LB always ends up failing. Even after extensive cleanings, the LB and RB buttons always end up failing. These controllers are great and I love them, however, I highly recommend buying the 2 year warranty if you purchase this controller.

Takes some getting used to but worth the money! I’d recommend

I have owned 2 different elite series 2 controllers and in the time I have owned them I have been nothing but disappointed. Recently had to use my warranty on my first one because the A button would stick inside the controller (numerous attempts to clean were made) and at certain points buttons on my controller would randomly choose to go off. After getting the new controller, I opened the box and started using it to find that the A button would stick inside the controller, and the thumb sticks had horrendous controller drift. I am severely disappointed with the condition my controller was in fresh out of the box and I will never be buying any more Best Buy, or Xbox products. If you are spending this kind of money on a controller buy one from skuff.

It has some flaws but it's a great controller It has its problems but overall AA controller

I bought this controller and used it for about 3 months. I loved it. At first it was the best controller I’ve ever imagined but after 3 months both bumpers stopped registering. Love the feel and look but it’s not worth replacing every 3-6 months.

This is the quality wine of controllers. Absolutely worth the money, a lot of effort went into this design and performance.

Does this work on Iphones? I really want to up my CODM experience

Got this controller and the sticks started drifting within a few days. Glad I got the protection plan on it so I can exchange it when it starts to really annoy me.

Had the controller for just over a year. Noticed in FPS games left trigger stopped registering so would zoom in and out randomly while holding left trigger. Trouble shot online and made sure the triggers were free of dust no luck left trigger continues to worsen in responsiveness. Have dealt with it over the past few months but no A button starting to not register clicks. Replaced with a brand new Elite controller with same issues in less than 3 months. $175 for a controller that last no more than 1 year and I only play games roughly 1-2 hrs 3 nights a week. Do not recommend., Would Look into Scuff much better quality and customer service.

Awesome delivered on time in excellent shape very happy

Nice handling and tabs on the back are great. Would recommend