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Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars with 17030 reviews

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88%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers enjoy the overall performance, impressive battery life, and extensive customization options offered by this controller. Users frequently highlight the comfortable grip, balanced weight, and high-quality feel during gameplay. However, some customers have expressed concerns regarding the long-term durability of the buttons and the potential for stick drift. Additionally, while many appreciate the design, some find the premium price point and specific bumper functionality to be areas for improvement.

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  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Useful for about a year.

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

    Excellent up until the thumb sticks seize. Coupled with controller drift, I’d recommend buying two normal controllers over one of these.

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

    This controller is a nightmare.

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

    If you're buying this for competitive gaming or any sort of precise input gaming, don't. Google "Elite Series 2 issues," this controller has a plethora of issues. If you play any games that require you to press, hold, and release the A button, you'll catch the controller releasing the press while your thumb is holding the button down. (Playing the new tony hawk, I ollie randomly while holding A to go) googled the issue and TONS of people are returning this controller for similar issues.

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

      Hello Joshua,

      We're sorry to hear that there are issues with your Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2. Every new Xbox controller comes with a 90-day limited manufacturer's warranty; if you're still in 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

  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Pay more for exchange?

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

    Purchased on sale received a defective item I know thats not bestbuys fault but when I take the controller back just to exchange for one that actually works they tell me the sale is no longer going on and I would have to pay the difference to get another one

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

    Ehhh

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

    Was working great I purchased this October 2019 and last week the B button is not working properly anymore I take really good care of it and it’s now not working

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

    Not worth it if

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

    I got what said excellent condition but when I received the face was vary warn and the left bumper doesn’t work unless u press pretty hard definitely just gunna get a new one next time or maybe a used from amazon they normally do pretty good with there used/refurbished

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

    Microsoft just doesn’t care

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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.

    Went through 2 brand new controllers , both of them having stock drift out of the box. Had to return them the next day. It’s not best buy fault it’s mind blowing to know this has been a huge problem since day one of the elite 2 in 11/2019. And almost 2 years later Microsoft still hasn’t fixed the issues. Smh very disappointed in Microsoft as a company..

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

    Unfortunate

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

    Controller broke after 28 days, wasn’t dropped or miss handled at anytime. Wasn’t worth the money spent. Could’ve bought something more reliable.

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

    Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Xbox controllers seem crappy anymore

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

    Man only used a little bit and is already having issues with the stick moving forward it drifts off

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

    Smart controls for Xbox

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

    New control system is amazing with my xbox and easy to use with many features and looks better than any regular Xbox controller

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

    Complete Disappointment

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

    I will be returning my second Series 2 today in under 48 hours. The first unit had a stuck A button. This one has a sticky A button and the right front paddle feels and sounds completely different. I purchased the Best Buy warranty on this because of all the negative issues surrounding it, but thought it would be worth it a few months down the line as aside from what seems to be a complete lack of quality control, the hand feel is amazing. I can’t even make it past unboxing, though.

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

    Spectacular

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

    The best controller for gaming, period. It has great response, great connectivity, totally modular, and just feels great to hold.

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

    Great Controller

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

    Amazing product. Great D-pad and removal analogue sticks. This controller makes it difficult to prefer PS4 and PS5 controllers.

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

    Ok

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

    Unfortunately didnt work. RB button was broken out of the box.

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

    Poor quality

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

    Didn’t have any button issues my problem was the right stick making creaking noise and moving inconsistently. Went back to my mint generation one after using this controller for a few weeks and hands down the older controller is much superior even in button sensitivity. Hopefully they will fix this in later batches but expect this will be out of stock for several months after Christmas due to all the returns.

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

      We're sorry that there's an issue with the right thumbstick on your new Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2. If you're unable to exchange it for a new one at Best Buy, please contact Xbox Support for assistance here: https://aka.ms/AA4w2z7

      Hope that helps,
      Chuck
      Xbox Customer Care Microsoft

  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Don't buy open box ones

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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 the open box with excellent condition twice. The first one was dirty and the USBC cable was missing. The second one had a crack and both thumbsticks were missing.

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

    The absolute junkiest worst and overpriced

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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.

    The worst most overpriced controller I've ever had the displeasure of purchasing. 3 days out of the box the left stick kept walking// wandering lol.. all Xbox products are totally made from garbage. Over the past few years I've bought 2 xbox ones ( both disk drives no longer work). I've been through 10 controller's. Everyone should stick with computer gaming and let Xbox fade away...

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

    Right bumper and right joystick malfunctions

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

    We were really impressed by the build quality and weight of the controller and looked forward to having this for a long time. Que to 2 months later when the right bumper began to have issues. Now the right joystick is malfuntioning. Long story short i would not recommend buy this. You are better off buying the off brand elite controllers.

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

    Not happy. Excellent?

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

    I bought 3 of these controllers under the open box-excellent condition. All 3 have been damaged and not working. I picked up 2 of them so you can’t say it was UPS. If it’s not excellent don’t try to sell it as excellent. Super inconvenient.

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

    Best controller!!

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

    Nice controller for gaming!! Fits your hand and finger tips for quick reaction to the game what ever game you may be playing!

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

    Broken "new" controller

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

    Received the controller and was very excited to use it, but the d-pad doesn't work very well. Would expect better from a "new" product

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend