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  • Front. Microsoft - Xbox Wireless Controller for Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, Xbox One, Windows Devices - Pulse Red.
  • Xbox Wireless Controller - Pulse Red
  • MODERNIZED DESIGN: Sculpted surfaces and refined geometry for enhanced comfort during gameplay. XBOX
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  • Easily pair and switch between devices including Xbox Series X/S, Windows PC, iOS, and Android. Game Pass included.
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Microsoft - XBOX Wireless Controller for XBOX Series X, XBOX Series S, XBOX One, PCs, and Cloud-Enabled Devices - Pulse Red

Model:
QAU-00011
SKU:
11076406
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Customer reviews

Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars with 35189 reviews

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  • 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

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95%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers praise the overall performance, color accuracy, and ergonomic grip of this controller, which many users find both aesthetically pleasing and easy to use. While the device is widely appreciated for its seamless connectivity and impressive compatibility, some users have noted concerns regarding battery longevity and occasional issues with stick drift or button responsiveness. Overall, the product is highly regarded for its design and value, making it a popular choice despite these minor technical drawbacks.

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.
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  • Pros mentioned:
    Color

    Satisfied !

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

    Im in love with the color ! Also Best Buy always amazes me by their great service and as well as how quickly they get everything to you

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

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Controller

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

    This is better than my previous controller. It has a better ergonomic.

    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

  • Excellent

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

    Second one I bought due to being on sale. I was concerned that the white back panel would stain but still looks new with a lot of use.

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

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Its cool

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

    Color pops its for the girl friend paying more for a color is lame but that is the way of the world

    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

  • Good

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

    Good controller. Doesn’t really feel next gen though like the PS5 controller does but still a good controller

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

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Controller

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

    I bought this extra Xbox series s controller so my fiancé could play Xbox with me. Works as should and simple to connect to the Xbox.

    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

  • It’s the color for me

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

    Amazing controller!! Disappointed it doesn’t have the adaptive triggers like my ps5 controller for that 4 out of 5

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

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

    Aqua Shift Special Edition

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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.

    Excellent controller. Rubber grips and different pad are improvements over the stock controller. I do, however, miss the colored letters on the buttons.

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

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Stick drift

    Bo good

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    Posted . Owned for 10 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Only had it 6 months and it already drifts to the left having problems with all the new xbox controllers that I purchased

    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

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Xbox 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.

    These controllers are high quality and any time they are on sale I do not pass up on the opportunity to get another one for the kids.

    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

  • great replacement

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

    good replacement for a broken controller...love the feeling on joysticks with increased control.

    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

  • 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.

    Solid controller, the vibration is a little lighter than on last gen. Hard to see letters on buttons in dim lighting.

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

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

    My son likes this alot!

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

    My son said this is a really nice controller. He is very picky with his gaming stuff, so if he likes it then it’s probably good! Lol

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

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

    It works as expected

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

    Got free with a bundle, works as you would assume. I will say i feel thses controllers are rather small, little bigger would be nice

    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

  • Gaming

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    Posted . Owned for 8 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Control stopped working after a few months and buttons get stuck and it wonders

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

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend

  • Great on PC but

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

    Connects fast to a W10 PC. Drops occasionally on Forza but it might just be a game specific issue.

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

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Controller

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

    Average Can not use as a wireless xbox controller

    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

  • Blue Xbox controller

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

    It’s a blue Xbox controller, still uses AA batteries instead of internal batteries. Works just like my other ones.

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

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Aliens fireteam Bravo

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    Posted . Owned for 8 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Love the controller it was always my favorite they need to add some of the PlayStation 5 features though

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

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

    Xbox and pc use

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

    Great looking controller, love the Bluetooth ability with it as well. The color shifts slightly depending on angle looking at it, I got to use with my pc as well

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

    I would recommend this to a friend
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