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Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars with 16926 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

    Dope

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

    This thing is a monster! I immediately noticed a completely different change in my gameplay with this remote. The thumb sticks are all cool and the paddles are dope. Very happy with the remote and would recommend to freinds!

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

      Hi Alan,

      We are happy to hear that you would recommend the Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2. We hope you continue to enjoy the thumb sticks and paddles. Thank you for sharing your thoughts!

      Cheers,
      Kiernan
      Xbox Customer Care Microsoft

  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Loving it

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

    I dont think I'll ever be able to go back to the basic controller. Will juat have to see how it holds up.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Stick drift

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good purchase

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

    I got about five of these things had problems with thick drift, but Microsoft always fix the problem

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    I’m not having a good time

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

    This controller feels great in the hand, has excellent features (hair triggers and custom profiles) and excellent accessories but has one massive dealbreaker. It won’t register 1 out of every 5-10 button presses. Initially I thought it was my fault. “Maybe I’m still acclimating to the new controller and not pressing the button properly”. I know that’s a stupid thought but when you buy a $100+ controller, surely that can’t be the source of the problem. Well, it is. Google it. You’ll see it’s widespread and there’s no fix. Microsoft support will tell you to update the controller firmware. That’s nice but never once had that made the problem less noticeable. If you bought directly from the Microsoft store you’ll be able to send it back to them for a warranty replacement. That’s good I guess.. but should there really be so many forum posts about replacing $100 peripheral? Ok, so how bad is a few missed key presses? Do you play shooters? Imagine doing everything right and taking your time to set up an ambush only to get wrecked because your controller literally said “ lol what?” My recommendation, skip this altogether and spend money on a ps4 or xb1 controller and use them with the usb cable. They’re lightweight, familiar in the hand and they’ll listen to you.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Works great on Xbox, feels great in hand

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

    Only major issue is that windows does not like connecting to xbox controllers via Bluetooth I just have a lot of issues. Otherwise this is a great control, lots of customization, and the vase and magnetic charging mount are great

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Top quality

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

    This controller os of top quality and feel. It does not come with the back trickers but you can add them. Be sure to plug it in and upgrade firmware beforw using it

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Stick drift

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Controller

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    Posted . Owned for 11 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    HUGE improvement over the original. Haven't experienced the stick drift that the first generation was susceptible to.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Stick drift

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Nice Controller - Developed drift after six months

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

    Fairly decent controller. Had drift after several months and had to contact Microsoft for warrenty repairs. Microsoft upper their warrenty time frame to a year from purchase.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Customization

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great controller

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    Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Came to my door. Great controller really like the customization. Bestbuy did a great job with delivery as well

    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.

    Does it's job well. I am a little bit larger (6'4) with larger hands and it fits comfortably and feels well. Responsive and put together well.

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

    Xbox controller

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

    After hours of gaming you still have amazing grip on the controller and I like how you the back paddles are able to switch or be left off to your playing style

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Best Buy Employee

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good elite controller

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

    [Employee of bestbuy] Awesome controller, very sleek and grips are great.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Hope its better than series 1

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

    Feels sturdy and high quality. I like the options for configurations. I just hope its has better longevity than series 1...

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Price

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Elite controller

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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.

    I thought this controller was a little too high in price. You should remember that but after using it in messing with all the features I really like this controller. Great for 1st person shooter games

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

    Elite for a reason!

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

    Love this controller! My son had spent more money on other types like a scuff controller and it broke in a few months this is a great purchase for competitive gaming!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Customization

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Very versatile controller

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

    Really cool controller for those who need extra mappable buttons and the cool thing Is that the settings I customize on it is that it saves to the controller so you can use the same controls on mobile, and pc

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best controller

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

    Best controller I’ve purchased! Hands down best controller I would recommend for anybody…

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

    solid

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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.

    most solidly built controller I've ever felt. definitely worth the money with a warranty to fiber any possible drift or sticky buttons

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

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Elite?

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

    Remote felt very odd to me, the buttons felt sticky compared to the OG.. disappointed.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    The BEST controller there is

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

    I play PC only really & rarely play on controller but I’ve been wanting a controller for a while & finally decided to grab one & you can’t go wrong.

    I would recommend this to a friend