Customer Ratings & Reviews

Honest great controller. The grip and ability to modify some pieces is really nice and convenient. Play you can modify different profiles for different games and switch with a click off a button

I bought this so I never had to take my fingers off the thumb sticks. Works great for this can map the 4 paddles to any buttons on the controller. And they are at your fingertips this said the controller is awesome. The battery lasts for every long gaming session I have charge it every night when I go to bed. I use the Xbox Stereo headset with this and it still has no problem. Only thing I would of asked was a smaller price tag.

Ergonomic design, heavy, comfortable, elegant and customizable! Honestly? Since I got my headset, this is the best purchase I’ve done for my Xbox and PC. I love the fact you can charge it INSIDE the case. And carry it without ruining the buttons, sticks or triggers. Plus other things y’all should check out about it... love it!

It's a recent generation xbox controller, so it can easily connect to your windows pc without the need of a dongle. The back buttons... on the back... are a life-changer. I would personally have a hard time going back to a controller without back buttons. You can customize the back buttons -and I think the general buttons too- however you want. You can have up to 4 back buttons in total and they are all removable. So if you are unsure about using them all at once, you can simply ease into it. The price is expensive, so make sure to properly think if you want such a product, but it is cheaper than getting the xbox core controller and the separate accessories. Great to play on your xbox or if you like to use controllers for your pc, it is easy to do so.

Got this as part of a bundle BB had for Gears I came with a series X as well as the game for the price of the series X alone. Guess they had a lot of leftover inventory! I’m really happy with it, I use it mainly for my PC. The battery it’s super long lasting and I can customize it to my liking. I use it mainly for gaming on the PC. Bomb that it doesn’t come with official colored paddles but you can find those on eBay pretty easy or I’m very happy with it.

Controller is amazing. If you already owned the original, and have all the accessories, and just want to refresh or replace the controller, this is perfect. It feels great in hand, and everything is an improvement compared to the origianl xbox controller.

Good controller, I’ve been using it for the past 7 months. There is no stick sway and all the buttons are working fine, except the left bumper is having some difficulty. I usually have to press it closer to the right side for it to have any input. Besides that, pretty good upgrade from your standard controller. (The paddles are also really great, they just don’t come with the controller, and not many games on Xbox have compatibility for them.)

I’ve been really happy with this Xbox Elite Controller. The build quality feels premium, it’s comfortable to hold, and the extra customization options make a noticeable difference while gaming. It’s definitely improved my overall experience, and I’d recommend it to anyone looking for a high-quality controller.

I bought a standard basic controller for Xbox from the custom laboratory. It was just basic custom. It wasn’t a fancy picture. It was just a red custom, soft touch plastic elite two controller but the right joystick didn’t press end and click. It was broken. I was a little bummed out because The controller is so nice. I had to be without it for a couple days till they sent me another one now that I’m using it. I really love it. I would never go back to a basic controller. It is light years better you wouldn’t think it by opening the package but when you actually start to play, you’re gonna notice the difference And I’m happy I stuck with Xbox and now I have a white controller because I can use the keypad on the controller on the set up, so I love it. This is the best decision I ever made.

Amazing controller that I couldn't recommend more. It has a nice heft that I enjoy, easily swappable sticks and D-pad, long lasting battery. I've owned many Elite Series 2 controllers and while I've heard issues with stick drift, I've almost never had any issue aside from me dropping one multiple times. My overall controller pick.

The bumpers get stuck over time but the I like this controller it lil heavier then most controllers and I like it

Super solid controller. Built well and has a good, quality, weighty feel to the controller. The accessories that come with it are great, as I love a more traditional D-Pad style instead of the default circle D-pad. My only minor complaint is sometimes the buttons can seem a bit mushy, but nothing that causes a lower star count. Reccomend this!

Xbox series 2 core black-and-white controller has a good feeling in your hands while gaming, but Microsoft has a design flaw in both triggers bumpers drumsticks with the stick drift usually after about a few weeks or a couple months a matter of when not if when the controller will start drifting on a place, other than that, it is a good controller a game on an Xbox series X digital edition Love the console I believe the polling rate is around 250 to 255 MHz which I wish it was between 1000 MHz and 8000 MHz pulling rate. Because I believe PlayStation controller pulling rate is between 500 and 800 MHz pulling rate so it’s not even really a fair advantage while going up against Xbox and PlayStation and going up against PC which have a way higher pulling rate with mouse and keyboard or even an 8K MHz controller there’s no comparison. and overtime back paddles buttons become weak.

It is a well made controller, a bit pricey compared to other controllers I’ve had, mine did come with a slight problem w the buttons but that’s fine for me, but I do suggest paying for the geek squad protection plan in any case you’re given a faulty controller, but in my own experience, I like this controller a lot, especially because of the pads on the back of the controller

Best Buy offered the best deal I could find for the Elite 2 controller. I appreciate its heavier and more durable feel compared to the regular controller. The attempt to fix the grip issue and the switch to USB-C are also positives. However, it would be even better with hall effect or a similar feature to prevent stick drift. It's worth noting that these controllers came out before hall effect joysticks became more common. Perhaps this is something they will consider for the Elite 3 design improvements.

I preordered this controller prior to release and have used it regularly since November of 2019. Overall, the controller felt like a joy to use; in almost every sense it gave the appearance of a premium product. The bluetooth and internal battery were natural quality of life improvements over the Elite 1. I used it regularly on my PC and an NVIDIA shield. Then, one morning, I went to use and felt myself being stabbed on my finger tip. Apparently, one of the tiny sleeves on the hair trigger lock popped off the controller. It happens to be in a place where I naturally hold the controller; so far from having a smooth and nice tactile feel, I get stabbed in the finger by what appears to be metal every time I use the controller. A little bit of research revealed this to be a known problem with multiple threads on the MS support site complaining of this issue. The common solution seemed to be to super glue the sleeve into the trigger (which is startling given how expensive the controller is). However, despite this knowledge, there is no option to purchase a replacement sleeve from MS and its not included in the replacement button accessory kit the company sells. The only option provided to me by MS was to buy a replacement controller; a horrifically expensive proposition for what seems an obvious and glaringly simple fix on a "premium" product that hasn't even been on the market for a year. The best MS customer service could suggest was me to engineer a fix on my own, by either sticking a piece of eraser on the stabby part or a glue on bumper. A three figure "repair" option was offered to me as well. A great and expensive disappointment indeed.

*If you want to risk it with this controller DO BUY the Geek Squad Warranty.. Because if it does out last the return period it will eventually fail.* Pros: - Swappable thumbsticks & D-Pad - Grip - Paddle Ready - First Party Wireless Capability - 10 foot Cable - Very Sleek Looking - Swappable Profiles Cons: - Terrible QC - Same tired components - No Case - Terrible buttons - Terrible buttons - DId I mention terrible buttons? Microsoft claims there are new components in these controllers but they are literally the same as previous Elites of years past. Don't get me wrong there are many people that say they have had zero problems with their controllers but I myself have had quite the opposite experience. Out of the box this controller's A button would not register every press. As a heavy Rocket League player this literally spelt disaster. I would not hit my flip or I would double jump into the air looking like a Plat I... The grip and sticks were nice but I feel the face buttons and bumpers/triggers are ALWAYS the down fall of the Elite controllers. I have had 4 different Elites over the last 5-6 years and no longer have any of them due to defects. I have had double/triple pressing RB, stick drift, Face buttons ( Such as the A button with this one) not pressing or double pressing and Paddle buttons not registering as well... For this to be labeled a premium controller yet still be plagued with issues from 5+ years ago is INSANE. There are other alternatives out there both cheaper and more expensive that I would usher you towards instead of this.. PowerA Fusion Pro 2 (still ahs its issues) or the Scuf Instinct Pro (pricier than this).

I was really skeptical about purchasing an Xbox controller that retails for over twice the price of the standard one that comes with the one in the box, but I’m glad I did. Some reviews point out that stick drift is an issue with these, and luckily for me that issue hasn’t arisen for me yet (knock on wood). Once you get used to the feel of the Elite Series, you will fall in love. The texturized rubber handles help ensure you never lose your grip mid-session. Adjusting the resistance of the thumbsticks couldn’t be easier, same goes with the triggers. I love being able to choose the color of the Xbox logo that sits atop the controller, as simple as it may be. Three different presets lets you swap between different layouts and color combinations on the fly. My only gripe with this is of course the lack of hall-effect joysticks, and the D-pad. If you’re like me and are tough on your controllers by forcefully mashing buttons during intense situations, you may find that this controller is a deal breaker. The D-pad will come off way too easily. I debated purchasing the more expensive version of the Elite Series 2, but I’m glad I cheaped out. If I ever find that I do need the extra accessories, they’re just a $50 purchase away. Not to mention the nice colors you can choose from when it comes to the Core iteration. Give it a shot, I don’t think you’ll be disappointed.

The Xbox Elite Series 2 controller stands as a pinnacle of gaming craftsmanship. Its ergonomic design, replete with customizable components, elevates the gaming experience to new heights. The textured grips provide a tactile reassurance, and the adjustable tension thumbsticks offer unparalleled precision. The wealth of programmable buttons and hair-trigger locks grant players an edge in any virtual realm. Though a premium investment, the Elite Series 2 proves itself a testament to innovation and quality, redefining the standards for gaming controllers.

Great Controller, Fast Connection to console or other device (I use it on my Steam Deck). Very customizable, Very comfortable. No Stick Drift.