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Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars with 16940 reviews

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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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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 1 out of 5 stars

    Poor durability

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    Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    These things are made to be fixed. I'm on my 5th one and the warranty on this one will probably expire before I'm able to send for another replacement. These are too expensive to be this fragile.

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

    Bad Product, Worse Service!

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    Posted . Owned for 10 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Crappy product. The left joystick quit working. Apparently a massive defect. Microsoft finally acknowledged huge issues and extended the warranty, but you have to mail it to them and wait months for a repair. Horrible customer service!

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

    Not worth it

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

    Not worth the extra 120$. The one I bought stopped being seen by my Xbox one as soon as the battery died. Less than a week. Xbox wouldn’t even see it plugged into the USB port. Save the money & just buy a regular one. I’ve also read the suffer the same drift issues as a regular controller. Thumbs down.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from MicrosoftOutreachTeam
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      Hello Nano,

      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 1 out of 5 stars

    Too many issues

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

    My controller started having bumper issues and would double register or not register. The switches on the back for the triggers also broke very easily. I sent it back to Microsoft for a replacement and the exact same thing happened again for the 2nd time. Would not recommend

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

    CONTROLLER DRIFT

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

    I’ve had the controller for a little over a week and I noticed that the right stick has drift which was supposed to have been fixed in the prior Series 1 but somehow Microsoft did not care to fix this problem. Waste of $180, please do not buy this Scuff controller you will regret it after a couple hours.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from MicrosoftOutreachTeam
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      Hi there,

      We're sorry that there's an issue with the right thumbstick on 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. If that's not possible, please contact Xbox Support for assistance under the controller's 90-day limited manufacturer's warranty from Microsoft: https://beta.support.xbox.com/help/hardware-network/controller/wireless-controller-solution

      Hope that helps,
      Chuck
      Xbox Customer Care Microsoft

  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Little low response

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

    It have a little response compared to the original xbox controller maybe by a fraction of second but is there also is the second i have first one the right trigger stop working out of the blue after 3 days

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

    Drift and unresponsive thumbstick after 3 months

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

    After 3 months, thebleft thumbstick already has drift upwards and pressing up in menus only works about 10% of the time. Of course it's 2 weeks past warranty and breaks, guess I'll look into buying a scuf

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

    High priced junk

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

    This controller WILL break. After 4 returns I finally just took a store credit and put that towards the new turtle beach controller, hopefully it’s better

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

    Eh,

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

    Right joy stick is already starting to stick to the right side

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from MicrosoftOutreachTeam
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      Hi there,

      We're sorry that there are issues with the right thumbstick on 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

  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Great idea, poor execution

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

    This controller has a ton of potential but poor quality control holds it back.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from MicrosoftOutreachTeam
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      Hey Andrew,

      We're if there's an issue with your Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2. Xbox Support may be able to help! Please contact them for assistance here: https://aka.ms/AA4w2z7

      Hope that helps,
      Chuck
      Xbox Customer Care Microsoft

  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Sucks, drifting 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.

    This product doesn't even have a 1 year warranty, 90 days and then you're on your own for another 100$ to have them send you a refurb. Don't get duped for $180 not worth it. At least give a 1 year warranty with your product Microsoft.

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

    Useless protection plan

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

    Spent $220 on this controller plus the protection plan. Left joystick gave out 3 months in. Can't use product replacement with zero stock available since a long time ago. Tried shopping open box for now only to have that order immediately cancelled. The listing is there but it's not actually available.

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

    Not "Excellent" condition

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

    There was a dent in the controller, and there were crumbs in the case. This is my second negative experience with Best buy open box, do not recommend.

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

    Bad controller!

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

    Sucks. Microsoft controller keep disconnecting during critical battles. Not all the time, but enough for me to upgrade to a ps5.

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

    Broken 1 week after unboxing.....again

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

    the Y button on the controller does not input correctly, making this my 2nd faulty controller i got since launch. The previous lost its clicking on the right joystick and left bumper broke on it. I'm returning this hoping to get a Scuf controller that's better. DO NOT RECOMMEND BUYING

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

    Great controller bad experience

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

    The controller itself is awesome, but i was supposed to get next day delivery. It was then rescheduled for 2 weeks later. Not happy with best buy.

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

    Great controller, terrible bumpers

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

    Good controller if you already own an elite and have the bumpers/thumb sticks However the bumper issue STILL exists with these controllers and not even two months after purchase, the left bumper maybe works half the time Immensely disappointed in Microsoft’s inability to figure this problem out.

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

    Dead zone makes it unusable

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

    Two controllers, both with massive dead zones right out of the box. Stock controllers have less dead zone. It is not worth the money since Microsoft could care less about the issue.

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

    Poor Remote

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

    Poor quality remote. Expensive remote overrated seriously

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

      We're sorry if there is an issue 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 1 out of 5 stars

    Sus 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 controller turns off during intense sections. When I tighten my grip it turns the controller off during play.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend