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Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars with 16976 reviews

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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 pleased with the product's great overall performance, impressive battery life, and extensive customization options. They also frequently praise its comfortable grip, good weight, and responsive feel. However, a significant number of customers have reported issues with stick drift developing quickly and concerns regarding the durability of the buttons, including the bumpers. Despite some initial hesitation about the price, the positive attributes like its overall comfort and useful paddles generally contribute to a positive user experience.

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The vast majority of our reviews come from verified purchases. Reviews from customers may include My Best Buy members, employees, and Tech Insider Network members (as tagged). Select reviewers may receive discounted products, promotional considerations or entries into drawings for honest, helpful reviews.
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  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Defective Unit

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

    I just picked this up a few hours ago, got home and loaded up some games, and the L3 button doesn't work right. I was hoping these would be better than the V1's, but it's more of the same.

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

      Hi there,

      We're sorry that there's an issue with your new Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2. Since you just purchased it, we strongly recommending exchanging it for a new one at Best Buy. If you feel the problem is something that may be fixed, we urge you to reach out to Xbox Support for assistance here: https://aka.ms/AA4w2z7

      Hope that helps,
      Chuck
      Xbox Customer Care Microsoft

  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Read before you buy!

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

    Really didn’t want to believe the reviews I read saying the RB goes funky after a while but it’s true. After a couple months of use my RB barely registers and won’t work at the home screen or during games like cod. It sometimes registers and sometimes hasn’t and the crazy party is the controller has never been dropped. For an $180 controller this is very poor I’m upset that I need to buy a new controller and I just wasted the money on it. A Walmart or cheaper Xbox controller last longer. Buy at your own risk.

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

      Hi Ethan,

      We're sorry that there's an issue with the RB button on your Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2. Every new Xbox controller comes with a 90-day limited manufacturer's warranty from Microsoft so we recommend reaching out to Xbox Support for assistance here: https://beta.support.xbox.com/help/hardware-network/controller/wireless-controller-solution

      Hope that helps,
      Chuck
      Xbox Customer Care Microsoft

  • Cons mentioned:
    Button quality

    Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Poor quality & customer service

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

    Don't waste your money on this $180 garbage. Buttons started failing after 14 months and Microsoft could care less.

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

    Looks good, works terribly

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

    Description was for an open box controller. Controller was used as a display and although it’s in good looking condition some of the buttons don’t work well and have to be pushed hard or multiple times to work. Open box seemed like a good deal but not for a broken controller.

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

    Great product

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

    It's a great controller. Very easy to use. Easy to set up. Buttons don't stick. Joysticks are comfortable on the fingers.

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

    Each replacement, faulty out of the box.

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

    Don't waste your money. It might be an amazing controller for a few weeks or less, but does not last. I'm on my 6th replacement, and this time Microsoft finally emailed me and asked if I'd just like a refund instead of a 7th attempt at getting a non-faulty controller. So I'm searching for other controllers with paddles because now I don't want to game without paddles. Maybe the Elite Series 3 will have better QA and build quality.

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

    Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    avoid this "elite" garbage

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

    massive stick drift that now costs almost $100 to repair

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

    Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Garbage

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

    Drift after 3 months...garbage! The fact that bestbuy sells this trash is laughable.

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

    Broken and drifting thumbsticks.

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

    I really wanted to like this controller, it is a great idea concept wise. If the controller worked brand new out of the box it would be 5 stars. The thumbsticks are the issue. The left thumbstick does not click properly as it should so there is little to no feedback if you try to press it in. The right thumbstick gets stuck and will drift. Both thumbsticks bounce in the opposite direction when let go. There is no excuse for any of this with the price of this controller.

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

    dissapointed

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

    very upset. right out of the box my lower right paddle is not responding. iv ran updates, powered on and off, remapped other commands to that paddle and still, nothing. hoped on youtube to watch honest review of the unit and hundreds of people are having similar issues plus other issue. maybe a bad batch. im going to return my today at gamestop. thats where i bought it, and get another one. fingers crossed.

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

    Terrible investment

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

    Would not recommend, I have already had 2 of these controllers within the past 2 years. The first one had a problem with right bumper and I didn't have it for a year yet. The second one I recently got before the end of 2020 and the left stick has a terrible drift and doesn't even register movement at all. Dont blame Best Buy, blame Microsoft for shoddy craftsmanship and charging $200 for a controller that breaks easily.

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

      Hi there,

      We're sorry that there are issues with both of your Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 controllers. 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 1 out of 5 stars

    Garbage controller

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

    Only have had for a few moneths. Constant issues with right and left triggers not working or double clicking. Not the left stick when pushing up does not work unless you push hard. Stick with the regular xbox controllers i have a few of them all the way back to the 360 and they work fine.

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

    Do not buy

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

    Honestly dont buy the controller it will break on you. I have sent mine in over three times and still has issues not worth the hassel.

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

    TRASH! COMPLETE DOWNGRADE!

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

    too small. paddles are half the size, less accessories, same cheap plastic molding (especially the bumpers and abxy buttons), cheapest possible materials, the torque is a trash gimmick, complete downgrade from thr original. avoid and hope they redesign. had the original elite with warranty, made me pay the difference for the elite 2, for a downgrade, would take my money back if I could. too bad these reviews go into a black hole.

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

      Hey there,

      We're sorry that you're not satisfied with your new Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2. Inspired by fan feedback, the Elite 2 has been designed with the most passionate gamers in mind. In fact, the bumpers, thumbsticks, and grip were completely redesigned for improved durability. We hope you stick with it, and if you do run into any issues, please reach out to Xbox Support for assistance here: https://aka.ms/AA4w2z7

      Hope that helps,
      Chuck
      Xbox Customer Care Microsoft

  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Right Trigger gets stuck

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

    RT gets stuck, no drops or spills. Worst of all, this $200+ controller has a THREE MONTH warranty from Microsoft. Do yourself a favor, and get the BBY warranty on it. OR better yet go with a Razer Wolverine and get a controller from a company that actually stands behind it's products (They offer a 1 year warranty).

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

    boyfriends best friend

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

    great purchase. He has had no issues at all so far! and he loves the component pack!!

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

    horrible

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

    bought this after I loved the series 1 controller that I got with my xbox one elite years ago. Bought this in January and was good at first until end of May the left joystick stopped working. Controller is in perfect condition and I know I didn't drop it. I contacted Microsoft and didn't want to do anything about it. Sad that after almost $200 they only guarantee their product for 90 days.

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

    Don't buy it just buy a normal xbox controller

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

    controller is not worth $200 after a month of using the left and right bumper would mess up and the game i was playing wasnt registering that i was pressing them down. I accidentally dropped it a couple months after and the "A,B,X, and Y button stopped working only way to get it to start working again was to hit it against my hand

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

    Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Short lifespan

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

    Really great controller, for about 4 months. Save your money

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

      Hey there,

      We're sorry that there's an issue with your new Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2. Every new Xbox controller comes with a 90-day limited manufacturer's warranty from Microsoft, and this controller's warranty has been extended to one year. We recommend contacting 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

  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Great controller, but it breaks easily.

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

    This is an awesome controller when it works, but sadly it breaks all the time. I bought in January. The left trigger had issues 2 months in. To get a replacement from Microsoft takes 11-14 business days. Kind of outrageous with season 2 of Warzone just starting. You are better off getting a Scuf through best buy then this product.

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

      Hey 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://support.xbox.com/en-US/help/hardware-network/controller/wireless-controller-solution

      Hope that helps,
      Chuck
      Xbox Customer Care Microsoft