Appreciation EventEnds Sunday. Limited quantities. No rainchecks.Shop now

Skip to contentGo to Product Search
Main Content

Customer Ratings & Reviews

No content
  • Front. Microsoft - XBOX Wireless Controller for XBOX Series X, XBOX Series S, XBOX One, PCs, and Cloud-Enabled Devices - Pulse Cipher Special Edition.
  • The image features a red Xbox controller with a transparent red design, a silver interior, and metallic features.
  • The image features a red metallic hybrid D-pad, which is a type of control pad. The D-pad is surrounded by buttons, and the overall design is sleek and modern.
  • Two-tone thumbsticks featuring red bases and dark red tops.
  • Xbox One controller with rubberized, red grips on the back-case.
  • Xbox Wireless and Bluetooth Technology
  • Customize button mapping
  • XBOX PULSE CIPHER T/60 0 Y X B A
  • XBOX CIPHER PULSE 1 6 Y X B A A
  • Y X B A XEO Metallic D-pad and Triggers Transparent Design BMD et gchettes mtalliques Conception transparente Gatilhos e botes direcionais Design transparente metlicos Diseo transparente Pad direccional y gatillos metlicos Xbox Wireless and Bluetooth Rubberized Red Grip Xbox sans fil et Bluetooth Prise rouge caoutchoute Xbox Sem Fio e Bluetooth Punho emborrachado vermelho Xbox inalmbrico y Bluetooth Agarre texturizado en rojo De NOM S V- 480 mA //B 2025 Microsoft. One Microsoft Way, Redmond, WA 98052-6399 USA Microsoft
  • Xbox Wireless Controller Pulse Cipher Rotator View video 0 minutes 15 seconds
  • Manx R3 video 0 minutes 14 seconds

Microsoft - XBOX Wireless Controller for XBOX Series X, XBOX Series S, XBOX One, PCs, and Cloud-Enabled Devices - Pulse Cipher Special Edition

Model:
QAU-00164
SKU:
12558320
Highly rated by customers for:
$99.99

Customer reviews

Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars with 35080 reviews

Rating Filter

Rating by feature

  • Value

    Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars

  • Quality

    Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars

  • Ease of Use

    Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars

Pros mentioned filter

Cons mentioned filter

95%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers love the product's overall performance, spot-on color, and great grip, often praising its design, feel, and ease of use. They also appreciate its impressive compatibility, seamless connectivity, and good price. However, some customers have experienced issues with battery life. While stick drift was mentioned, it was often described as minimal, and a few users also noted concerns regarding the size and sticking buttons.

This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.

The vast majority of our reviews come from verified purchases. Reviews from customers may include My Best Buy members, employees, and Tech Insider Network members (as tagged). Select reviewers may receive discounted products, promotional considerations or entries into drawings for honest, helpful reviews.
Page 506 Showing 10,101-10,120 of 35,080 reviews

  • fun in your hands

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

    Good Remote was a gift for my grandson Bla Bla bla

    This review is from Microsoft - XBOX Wireless Controller for XBOX Series X, XBOX Series S, XBOX One, PCs, and Cloud-Enabled Devices - Ice Breaker Special Edition

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Good Value

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

    Easy to use and it's very light weight. My kids love it

    This review is from Microsoft - XBOX Wireless Controller for XBOX Series X, XBOX Series S, XBOX One, PCs, and Cloud-Enabled Devices - Deep Pink

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Good controller

    |
    |
    Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Needed a new control for PC gaming and decided to give the Xbox controllers a try. It's easy to plug and play on my PC and the control feels solid yet comfortable in my hands.

    This review is from Microsoft - XBOX Wireless Controller for XBOX Series X, XBOX Series S, XBOX One, PCs, and Cloud-Enabled Devices - Carbon Black

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

    Superb Design

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

    This controller is absolutely gorgeous. The designs look great and the clear trigger are amazing. I could not ask for more.

    This review is from Microsoft - XBOX Wireless Controller for XBOX Series X, XBOX Series S, XBOX One, Windows Devices - Starfield Edition

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

    Great Controller

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

    Great controller. Just like any other Xbox controller with a sleek design. My wife uses it and enjoys gaming with it.

    This review is from Microsoft - XBOX Wireless Controller for XBOX Series X, XBOX Series S, XBOX One, PCs, and Cloud-Enabled Devices - Stormcloud Vapor Special Edition

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • More is better!

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

    Works well! Compliments her unit and provides her friends with an additional controller! No more sharing!

    This review is from Microsoft - XBOX Wireless Controller for XBOX Series X, XBOX Series S, XBOX One, PCs, and Cloud-Enabled Devices - Carbon Black

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

    Works great!

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

    My son loves these wireless controllers. They're not to heavy while gaming but durable enough that they wont break if dropped.

    This review is from Microsoft - XBOX Wireless Controller for XBOX Series X, XBOX Series S, XBOX One, PCs, and Cloud-Enabled Devices - Carbon Black

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

    Xbox controller

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

    Absolutely love this controller, its super comfortable for long gaming sessions. It has a good grip and isn't bulky.

    This review is from Microsoft - XBOX Wireless Controller for XBOX Series X, XBOX Series S, XBOX One, PCs, and Cloud-Enabled Devices - Velocity Green

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

    One sturdy reliable controller

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

    I have been using this controller for these past few days and absolutely love it. Great design and color scheme

    This review is from Microsoft - XBOX Wireless Controller for XBOX Series X, XBOX Series S, XBOX One, PCs, and Cloud-Enabled Devices - Stellar Shift Special Edition

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

    So hot

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

    Beautiful color and one of my favorite controllers. I appreciate the fact that it came with an extra long cord to plug it in in case my rechargeable batteries die

    This review is from Microsoft - XBOX Wireless Controller for XBOX Series X, XBOX Series S, XBOX One, PCs, and Cloud-Enabled Devices - Electric Volt

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

    It’s just so good

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

    Comfortable and very appealing, the rubberized grip on the back helps way more than older Xbox controllers

    This review is from Microsoft - XBOX Wireless Controller for XBOX Series X, XBOX Series S, XBOX One, PCs, and Cloud-Enabled Devices - Gold Shadow Special Edition

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

    Great Controller! Can’t wait for Starfield!

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

    Love the controller. It feels great and I love the design. My only gripe is that Xbox controllers should use Hall effect sticks.

    This review is from Microsoft - XBOX Wireless Controller for XBOX Series X, XBOX Series S, XBOX One, Windows Devices - Starfield Edition

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Awesome

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

    Xbox brand series x/s controller. Good price, great performance. Id reccomend this to anyone.

    This review is from Microsoft - XBOX Wireless Controller for XBOX Series X, XBOX Series S, XBOX One, PCs, and Cloud-Enabled Devices - Robot White

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

    Like it cause I can see it!

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

    I bought this cause when I play in the dark, I need to be able to look down and see the controller!

    This review is from Microsoft - XBOX Wireless Controller for XBOX Series X, XBOX Series S, XBOX One, PCs, and Cloud-Enabled Devices - Robot White

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

    Unique

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

    Got this controller and wanted something different and I love it the quality is fantstic!

    This review is from Microsoft - XBOX Wireless Controller for XBOX Series X, XBOX Series S, XBOX One, PCs, and Cloud-Enabled Devices - Stellar Shift Special Edition

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

    Best Basic controller from Xbox

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

    Best version of the Xbox controller yet. Perfect size with long battery life. Everything feels durable with just the right weight to it

    This review is from Microsoft - XBOX Wireless Controller for XBOX Series X, XBOX Series S, XBOX One, PCs, and Cloud-Enabled Devices - Robot White

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

    Best Buy for the w

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

    Love this deep purple Xbox x controller. And of course they had it at Best Buy when other where out of stock

    This review is from Microsoft - XBOX Wireless Controller for XBOX Series X, XBOX Series S, XBOX One, PCs, and Cloud-Enabled Devices - Astral Purple

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Buttons

    Worth the hype

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

    It just works. Off brand versions already have joysticks and buttons that aren't responding correctly.

    This review is from Microsoft - XBOX Wireless Controller for XBOX Series X, XBOX Series S, XBOX One, PCs, and Cloud-Enabled Devices - Robot White

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

    Love the White color

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

    Love the white color instead of black. ! BB had the lowest price.

    This review is from Microsoft - XBOX Wireless Controller for XBOX Series X, XBOX Series S, XBOX One, PCs, and Cloud-Enabled Devices - Robot White

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

    Great product

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

    My son has been using several controllers during the past 7 years. Kind of collecting them he love this blue ones. Xbox controllers are very durable and with the xbox rechargable battery works perfect for hours of gaming

    This review is from Microsoft - XBOX Wireless Controller for XBOX Series X, XBOX Series S, XBOX One, PCs, and Cloud-Enabled Devices - Carbon Black

    I would recommend this to a friend
Page 506, Showing 10,101-10,120 of 35,080 reviews
Sign in or Create Account

Get the latest deals and more.

Best Buy appLearn more
Share on YouTubeShare on InstagramShare on TikTokShare on FacebookShare on PinterestShare on X
Best Buy Canada
AccessibilityTerms & ConditionsPrivacyInterest-Based AdsState Privacy RightsHealth Data PrivacyDo Not Sell/Share My Personal InformationLimit Use of My Sensitive Personal InformationTargeted Advertising Opt OutCA Supply Chain Transparency Act
In-store pricing may vary. Prices and offers are subject to change. © 2026 Best Buy. All rights reserved. BEST BUY, the BEST BUY logo, the tag design, and MY BEST BUY are trademarks of Best Buy and its affiliated companies.