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$149.99

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Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars with 16920 reviews

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    Rating 4.2 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.4 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 frequently mention the product's great overall performance, impressive battery life, and extensive customization options. Users also appreciate its comfortable feel, good weight, and useful paddles, along with comfortable grips. However, concerns are often raised regarding stick drift and the durability of the buttons, with some customers also finding the price a point of hesitation.

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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good buy for true gamers

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

    Got this for my son, as for he had the series 1 awhile back. He loves it, says it makes his gaming easier. Good for more experienced players who are on a lot, not worth it for minimal use.

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

      We're delighted that your son loves his new Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2. It's great to hear that it has enhanced his gaming experience, too. Thank you for sharing your thoughts; we hope he continues to have fun using his Elite 2.

      Happy gaming,
      Chuck
      Xbox Customer Care Microsoft

  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Controller

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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.

    Heavy but does the job. Geek Squad Protection is needed due to life spam of controller.

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

    Way better than original controller!

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

    The features on this compared to the original are night and day. Playing shooting games it makes the hugest difference I've played with this controller for about 120 hours and it's very beneficial to have.

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

    Great controller!!

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

    Picked this up as a controller for my iPad. Could not be happier!! Almost as good as playing my Xbox at home!!

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

    Microsoft - Elite Series 2 Wireless Controller for

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

    A specialty my controller, sophisticated, easy to use but with multiple functions.

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

    Xbox 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.

    Excelllent product. Would recommend it for anyone searching for an product.

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

    Would not want to use another controller.

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

    Feels good in my hands smooth handling and adds great color to the boring other controls I have.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Controller

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

    Very comfortable but didn't last 6 months before the port messed up on me. But i was able to return it with ease.

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

    Great controller

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

    Everything works and feels nice to use. I recommend this to someone you cant afford top notch controller

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Button quality

    Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    YOU DONT GET WHAT YOU PAY FOR!

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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.

    Had to return it twice. Luckily I got the geek squad protection plan. Buttons start to Stick. Left and right stick loosen after a couple months. After a couple months some buttons become unresponsive. I love the concept and paddle placement but the overall quality is very poor. Would not recommend this product unless you purchase the geek squad protection plan. The controller didn’t even last a year.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Elite Series 2

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

    Controller works well and is easy to operate. Bottom control paddles helps with game play.

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

    Great

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

    Awesome does not have paddles etc but its great and easy to configure

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

    Time will tell

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

    I’m a huge fan of this controller but most people I know have had to get a new one within a year. If you buy, make sure to purchase the warranty for sure!

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

      Hi there,

      Thank you for sharing your thoughts with us. We are happy to hear that you are enjoying the Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2.

      Happy Gaming,
      Katie
      Xbox Customer Care Microsoft

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    He

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

    Love all the products at Best Buy. Great that they offer warranty.

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

    Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Horrible stick drift after 6 months

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

    You'd expect an Elite Series 2 to be top-notch. Sadly it's just another over-priced piece of crap that won't even last 6 months. After 5 months of average use I started to notice a consistent forward drift in the left stick, and it's just gotten worse and more prevalent in the month since. So bad I can't play competitive online shooters at all anymore. Terrible waste of money. Wait until Microsoft has ironed out the kinks I guess? Or just don't buy their crap hardware anymore. So disappointing for the money. What sucks the most is otherwise it's a fantastic controller. But drift is an unforgivable deal breaker in what's supposed to be an elite, professional controller. Just saying it's elite clearly doesn't make it so. Save your hard-earned money.

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

    Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    LB Button Stopped Functioning - Reoccurring Issue

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

    I have purchased 2 of these controllers. One a couple of years ago, and one about a month ago. Both have had the LB button stop functioning properly. It took the first one about 6 months to fail, and the second about 2 weeks (just after return period). Outside of the LB button issue, the controller is fairly solid. Since this is a repeated issue, it has to be an issue with the components. NOT what you would expect for the price. I would recommend looking at other options in the same price point.

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

    Solid Controller

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

    We had issues with normal xbox controllers where the thumbsticks would malfunction. No such issues with the Elite so far.

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

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Controller

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

    No difference from normal controller except longer battery life

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

    Best 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 must have love the color glad they have this color

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

    Comfortable

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

    The grips are so confortable and well built. Better than the normal controllers

    I would recommend this to a friend