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$199.99

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Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars with 16940 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.

This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.

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

    A Button Broken…. Again

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

    Second time I bought this controller and the A button didnt work.

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

    issues.

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

    30 days into owning the controllers its having issues with the headphone jack. Not what I was expecting when paying 200 bucks.

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

      Hi Mitchell,

      We're sorry that there's an issue with the headset jack 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 htat's not possible, please reach out to Xbox Support for assistance under the manufacturer's warranty here: 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

    Waste

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

    It was broke within a month of using it. It would be connected by the usb cord and it still would just disconnect mid game.

    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 random disconnects with your new Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2. We recommend troubleshooting the issue with Xbox Support; they may also be able to assist with repair under its 90-day limited manufacturer's warranty from Microsoft. Contact Xbox Support here: 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

    Not good

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

    Had it for a little over two weeks and two of the back flippers no longer work.

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

    Great idea but poor execution

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

    I went through 3 of these controllers before I finally gave up. Great design but each had build quality issues.

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

      Hello Chris,

      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

    Get a Scuf instead

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

    These controllers are trash. The bumper is so cheap

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

    Item came broken

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

    Controller came broken. Rb and lb didnt work. Dissapointing

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

    Broken

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

    It was broken as soon as it arrived. The joysticks drift and the A button only registered being pressed half the time.

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

      Hi Chris,

      We're sorry that there are issues with 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 its 90-day limited manufacturer's warranty here: 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

    Broke, not worth it

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

    Broke within the first month, and tried to order a new one but it was all sold out so NOT WORTH THE MONEY

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Used

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

    Do not but open box xbox controllers. You will thank me later

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

    Not worth the price - 6 months not working

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

    Lasted about 6 months before right bumper quit responding. I expected better for a $200 price.

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

      Hello,

      We're sorry there's an issue with the right bumper button on your Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2. The limited manufacturer's warranty for this product has been extended to one year. We recommend contacting our team at Xbox Support for assistance here: https://support.xbox.com/en-US/help/hardware-network/controller/controller-warranty

      Hope that helps,
      Chuck
      Xbox Customer Care Microsoft

  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Get the standard xbox controller

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

    Y button doesn't work right out of the box, $200 for a piece for junk

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

    Broken out of box

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

    The controller came broken with the A button not responding. This is a known issue and do not recommend buying.

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

      Hi there,

      We're sorry that there's an issue with the A button 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, then please contact 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

    Inconsistent buttons

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

    The buttons dont register when lighty pressed. The cheaper version of $70 doesnt have this issue.

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

    Dont even bother

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

    Worse product by Microsoft. I gave up at 7 returns

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

    dont waste your money

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

    never buying these controllers again i bought the elite 1 and 2 and both are falling apart

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

      Hello,

      We're sorry that 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://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

    Watch out, breaks quickly

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

    Wow, bought this 2 months ago, and already the left trigger is broken, what's up, Microsoft?!

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

      Hi there,

      We're sorry that there is an issue with the left trigger button on your Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2. The limited manufacturer's warranty for this product has been extended to one year. Please contact 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 1 out of 5 stars

    Not for Windows

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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.

    Unusable with Bluetooth. 200 usd for a wired controller? No thanks

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

    DON’T BUY IF YOU USE PC

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

    I bought this to play on PC and CONSTANTLY have bluetooth connection issues.

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

    xbox one elite controller series 2

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

    broke after 2 weeks went thru 4 of these spent 100 on warranty and it was the worst experience.

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

      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