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Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars with 16829 reviews

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88%would recommend to a friend

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Customers are satisfied with the overall performance, battery life, and customization options of the Xbox Elite Series 2 Core Wireless Controller. Many appreciate the comfortable feel, good weight, and useful paddles. However, some customers have reported issues with stick drift and button quality. The price point and bumper durability were also concerns for some users.

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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best upgrade from the original Elite

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

    Compared to the original Elite controller this one is by far an amazing upgrade. Having the ability to adjust the tension on the thumbsticks is great for dialing in the accuracy for FPS games, the extra middle trigger stop is awesome if you're not wanting to go all the way to the short stop for other games as well, and the adjusted paddles on the back are much better without having to worry about accidentally hitting them while playing. The built in rechargeable battery is a step above the play and charge kit battery. I have definitely noticed a significant increase in play time before needing to charge it. If you're on the fence whether to keep your original Elite over this one then you're missing out. The Elite 2 is definitely worth the money for the upgrade.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from MicrosoftOutreachTeam
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      Hey there,

      Congratulations on upgrading to Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2! We're glad that you're enjoying its updated customization features and built-in rechargeable battery. Thank you for sharing your experience; we hope you have a lot of fun with it.

      Happy gaming,
      Chuck
      Xbox Customer Care Microsoft

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome

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

    Very grippy which is exactly what I needed, paddles and sizable knobs are also a big +

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Elite

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

    Love the button mapping ease. Ergonomics and color variety.

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

    Amazing.

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

    Goodness gracious this controller is amazing rechargeable and solid controls 10/10 recommend.

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

    Great controller would recommend

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

    There’s so much accessibility and customization within this controller works well with PC. You can even set. Key binds for keyboard bind help win games don’t have controller accessibility

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

    Pretty cool. But..

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

    The greatest controller ever, feels quality in the hand. Response time is quicker but not really worth the premium price. The old version was only 150 and felt better. This one is a bit smaller

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

    Best controller

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

    One of the best controllers i have owened i love it

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

    Honest review.

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

    For the price, I would get it on sale. I have the core model which does not come with the paddles. The quality of this controller is very premium. The side handles are very grippy. The bumpers and triggers are could be better. There are a little on the soft side. The thumbsticks are very grippy and swappable with other colors. The D-pad is the best. It is made of aluminum and feels so good. I would get another one when the time comes.

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

    Feels good, but Bad Quality control and not worthy

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

    Overall, the controller felt good when sitting on the hands. The dome joystick and the adjustable tension makes it really comfortable to play games. But there are still some issues on the controller I received. I can hear something when I shake it; the dead zones of the joysticks are even larger than my regular one s controller; the top part along with the bumpers is a bit loose. I don't think paying almost $200 for a possible defective controller is a wise choice. Also, as a PC gamer, I don't feel the upgrade worth that much of penny that is 3-5 times more than a regular one s controller.

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

      We're sorry to hear 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 reach out to Xbox Support for assistance here: https://aka.ms/AA4w2z7

      Hope that helps,
      Chuck
      Xbox Customer Care Microsoft

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good controller

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

    Xbox elite 2 is the best feeling controller. Nice rubbery feel and nice weight.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    It's nice, but $180 nice?

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

    I'm not sure why everyone says this controller is so great. It's pretty nice and all, but worth the $180 I'm not so sure. It's comfortable, comes with interchangeable parts, 4 paddle buttons on the bottom, rechargeable, thumbsticks triggrts are adjustable, and control scheme profiles. To anyone reading this that has read other reviews of people talking about the thumbsticks feeling lose out of the box, they are adjustable. It comes with a tool that you can use to make them stiff or loose. It's actually pretty nice being able to adjust how much tension is required to move the stick. Can make fine point aim easier.

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

    Excellent Controller

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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 easily my favorite controller to use, easily configurable, durable, and overall just premium. Customer service was also great as I couldnt find the color I wanted and a service tech helped me out.

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

    Worth it

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

    Huge upgrade over stock controller. Feels better in every way. Long battery life too. Very pleased.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Pay attention when they scan you exchange

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

    The price is up and quality is down on these elite remotes. As i was not paying attention when i was doing a warranty exchange and was only given credit for a core elite so im out the 70$ difference. My mistake i guess

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

    Best controller around

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

    Love the grip and the battery lasts a long time as well, will never go back to an original controller

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

    Great 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.

    Son LOVES this controller. This one has weight behind it with metal used throughout. He loves have you can actually customize the controller changing button function and the flippers.

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

    Love it 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.

    Works great love it.!! Rating it a 10 out of 10,!!

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

    Pretty good if on sale

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

    I use this for my new gaming laptop, it’s great and better then my razor Controller I have. BUT buy on sale for the price I say you can get the razor and be happy, if on sale then it’s perfect

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

    Amazing controller

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    Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This controller has sveral more functions than the standard remote which makes it more entertaining while playing games. Giving you more abilites and control of the game makes it well worth the money. The battery lasts a long time and I have not had it die on me yet. I definitely recommed.

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

    Very good value

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

    Very good Xbox controller. Elite is the way to go!

    I would recommend this to a friend