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Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars with 5658 reviews

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    Rating 3.9 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.2 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars

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93%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers are satisfied with the Xbox Elite Wireless Controller for Xbox One's build quality, customization options, and the inclusion of paddles, which many find to be game-changing. Positive feedback also highlights the controller's weight, feel, and responsive buttons and triggers. However, some customers express concerns regarding the controller's high price and battery life. A small number of users also reported issues with stick drift and the durability of the bumpers.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Customization

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    My son loves it!

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

    Great controller for the hardcore gamer. Comes with a couple different magnetic sticks so that the controller can be customized to your liking. It also connects to the Xbox accessory app and the controller comes with two different profiles so you can customize it two different ways for different games. I was hesitant to spend this much on a controller, especially after reading mixed reviews, but my son loves it. I bought the two year Best Buy warranty for a piece of mind just in case.

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

      Hey there,

      We're overjoyed that your son is loving his new Xbox Elite Wireless Controller. Its customizable button layout is perfect for hardcore gamers who want an edge on the competition. We hope he continues to get a lot of use out of it!

      Happy gaming,
      Chuck
      Xbox Customer Care Microsoft

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great controller for xbox

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

    Never take your thumbs off the sticks!!! This controller is great for all games especially first person shooters. There are extra buttons on the back of controller allowing you to map the buttons you would normally press with your thumb to them. Which gives you full control of your aim. Takes a while to get the hang of using the back buttons but once you do it's easy to do moves like jumping and shooting or going to a crouch and shooting or even a prone shot.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best controller ever!

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

    This control is great, heavy controller, but making personal settings for my buttons and controls is great!

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

    very good for 720 instaswaping noobs

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

    i have played with this controller and i have hit 360s 720s 1080s and the unstopping is great too it also looks great when it is covered in dorito dust and being drowned in mountain do great decoration!

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

    Best controller ever!

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

    I really love this controller a lot. It feels great while playing hours at a time. I want another one now lol

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

    Better than the stock controller

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

    While the paddles on the back cause some initial missteps, once one becomes accustom to their presence, they distribute the strain of endurance gaming more effectively across all digits.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Solid controller!

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

    Very solid, Great feel and weight. Love all the options for customization.

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

    Great all around Xbox One controller

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

    I have had many XBOX one controllers since the beginning. I purchased an XBOX one elite console package a few months back and sold it, with this remote. I couldn't play without it, the feeling of the grip and the overall feel of the controller made things better. The set up of the controller and where everything is placed makes it worth the extra money. It has been dropped, hit, punched and thrown and it handles well!

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Solid controller

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

    Great controller - build, quality, everything. Makes playing online multiplayer so much more fun. Price is a little steep.

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

    great controller

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

    this controller is awesome with the switch to change from the regular to hair triggers but it doesn't work for sniper rifles at least in battlefield hardline and im still learning what it can do. the only thing is its price

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome!

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

    Son loves the heft of the metal controller and the ability to customize the buttons.

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

    $150 and broken

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

    Preordered this in July 2015 and received in October 2015 - the presentation is awesome and it feels fantastic... But, the hair trigger settings are not helpful. The slider to go between hair trigger and "standard" broke not even 3 weeks after putting it in heavy use with Call of Duty Black Ops 3. The slider seems to be broken and at first feels like it "locks" in to place, but one firm press of the trigger and the trigger goes back to normal. Would return for a replacement, but the controller is sold out everywhere. Have to go to Microsoft for a replacement and not holding my breath on that one either.

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great controller

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

    This controller is great, and although it is a bit pricey, it's worth it if you are looking to take your gameplay to the next level. I've been playing Apex legends since launch and playing with this controller has easily made a big difference in my gameplay. The only reason for 4 stars and not 5 is because when the controller arrived, the box was EMPTY... however I did contact best buy, and they sent out a new on the next day.

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

      Hey there,

      Thank you for sharing how much of a difference your new Xbox Elite Wireless Controller has made in your gaming. It's great to hear that it was a worthwhile investment, though we're also sorry that you experienced some trouble in getting it. Hope you win a lot of matches with it!

      Happy gaming,
      Chuck
      Xbox Customer Care Microsoft

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Daaaaaamn!!!

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

    Dis so gud! Press up and guy walks, AMAZING!!! I purchase many many controller yet this one make guy walk best. He even go sideways! WOW!!! Must buy now!!!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Build quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Like Holding A Soft Kitten In Your Hands

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

    When I say this controller feels like the most comfortable thing your hands could be on for over an hour its not a lie. The build quality and overall feel of this thing is second to NONE. I would pay $300 after playing with this thing because it STEPPED UP MY GAME! Just shy of a fluffy puppy or new born rabbit nothing is a better rest place for your hands than this thing!

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love this thing!

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

    So I'm new to Xbox One, and I have the controller that came with the Guardians edition. Its nice, but this is much nicer. You can configure it exactly the way you want it. The configuration utility is really good and you can really tweak any button and trigger. I like the feel as well and it is very sturdy. Its pricey, but for me I love it.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Build quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great so far

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

    Have had it for a day and it is great so far. Still getting use to the paddles but practice and muscle memory is all that will take. I have read several reviews about the quality not being up to par but that’s why you spring for the replacement plan when you purchase high dollar items.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Elite2 Controller

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

    Fantastic feel in the hands. Good weight for me but heavy for some others. Vibration settings are customizable. Much better than it's predecessor. Controller surface is easy to clean

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

    Best controller ever!!

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

    this controller will make you a better gamer. really good for call of duty.

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

    Perfect!

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

    The Elite Controller is the best gaming controller I've ever used. So much better than the standard controller.

    I would recommend this to a friend