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Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars with 16935 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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  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Better than expected

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

    Best controller I've used for my series X by far. Definite bump up from the standard.

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

    Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Broken controller

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

    Bought excellent condition and the right stick was broken

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Can't put it down

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

    Picked this up while my original elite 2 was in for repairs. Haven't put it down since.

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

    Great controller poor quality

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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.

    Ordered this controller it when first came out one of the rear paddles just doesn’t register when pressed that one paddle worked when it wanted to, ended up returning and ordered a new one that I’m waiting for again. Software on the controller is a big improvement over the original. Tigger locks can register full pull while locked. The app is easier to set up the controller. Also has 3 profiles plus default.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    BEAST!!!

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

    I love the xbox Elite 2!! The best for my xbox!!!!

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

    Meh

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

    Its good when it works. After a while the controller starts to break apart from the back and have various other problems. Not as good as they use to be.

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

      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 2 out of 5 stars

    Buyer Beware Open Box

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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 thing open box "excellent" condition. The left stick was half broken, it wouldn't click down all the way when you tilt it. The right stick already had drift. Only reason I'm giving it two stars is because the return was so painless.

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Came Safe

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

    Came safe and fast and im loving it starting now, thanks best buy

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

    So.so.

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

    I started to have issues within 3 months of having this product.

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

    Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Bad Product

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    Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I want to like this controller but I don't. The buttons don't register half of the time, stick drift happens too often, and the price is off. To replace it, means having to wait for another one to come from Microsoft or shell out a lot of money.

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

    Controller

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

    The only issue i have had is with the trigger button. I had to buy another controller so wasn't happy about that.

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

    Reboxed, not open box.

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

    Open-box. Perhaps my understanding of Open-Box is skewed. Historically, those items are in the original manufacturers box, and otherwise like new. The item I received was reboxed in a generic cardboard box. When I checked warranty, the item had no warranty via Microsoft. While it was less expensive than a new controller, the trade-off was not worthwhile, so I returned it. It did not appear to have any defects.

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

    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.

    Great controller cheaper option if tou already have bought elite controller before

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

    Do not buy

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

    was nonfuntional upon arrival. Seems it was not checked to make sure it worked before shipment.

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

    Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Sad Microsoft. Left stick drift after 36 days

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

    Bought this in 9/17/20 and on 10/22/20 I have left stick drift. SMH Microsoft I cant be buying $60 warranty every month. I consider myself a casual and average gamer. I play battle royale once every couple of days and for maybe 3-5 hours at a time. Unacceptable *Note the microsoft only offers 30 manufacturers warranty. You need the best buy warranty if you are going to get this

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

    Okay, but poor life

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

    Product is nice, the first year of use is great. Having access to extra buttons is convenient. However this controller is way too expensive to only last roughly two years. I am a moderate gamer and disappointed to get so little play time out of the controller.

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

    Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Terrible

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

    I understand that it was a open box, but having stick drift that bad on a controller that should’ve been recertified tested and tested again it’s pretty ridiculous

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Xbox Wireless Elite 2 Controller

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

    Awesome Wireless Xbox controller! Does everything I had hoped and more! Love it!

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

    Poor Craftsmanship, apparently!

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

    I was very happy to get this Elite Series 2, as the first Elite Controller was fantastic. After using the Series 2, I noticed that the ergonomic design had improved slightly over the last iteration. HOWEVER, after using the controller for less than one full day, the paddles on the back of the controller stopped functioning. I tried updating the controller - no updates available. I tried turning off the controller and then powering it back on, to no avail. I then restarted my console, thinking "perhaps that will work." Yet again, I was disappointed to find that the controller's paddles still do not work. $180 down the drain, since my controller is not returnable anymore. I purchased it in advance of the Series X launch so I'd have it when my new console arrived. I guess I won't ever purchase accessories that far in advance again!!

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

      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 3 out of 5 stars

    Great controller, still has standard issues

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

    This is a great controller and feels very solid. Unfortunately, it still develops the joystick drift that I have had an issue with on all other controllers.

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

      Hey there,

      We're sorry that there's an issue with joystick drift on your new Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2. Every new Xbox controller comes with a 90-day limited manufacturer's warranty so if it's still within the warranty period we recommend contacting 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