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Rating 4.1 out of 5 stars with 133 reviews

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Customers highly value the improved grip and enhanced protection these Armor Guards offer for their Nintendo Switch Joy-Cons. Many appreciate the added comfort and snug fit, finding them easy to install and use. The available colors are also a popular feature, allowing for personalization. Overall, the product receives positive feedback for its quality and ability to prevent wear and tear on the controllers.

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  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Don't buy!

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

    The come out too easily, and when they do.. they hit the shoulder buttons on the way. There are far better grips available. All of which will prevent use of the Joy-Con grip. So, you should keep that in mind. I'm using some rubber, sleeve-type grips on my main set of Joy-Cons, right now.. and i love them. However, i am using the thumbstick grip protectors from this set, and they are a nice addition.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Comfort, Grip, Protection

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Nice protection and more grip!

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

    These Joy-con armor guards are handy for multiple reasons: -More grip for handheld mode -More grip for when you hold a single Joy-con sideways -Offers protection if you drop the Switch or if you drop a Joy-con I looked at multiple solutions online, and most of them were silicone covers that seemed like they would slide off and also impede your ability to push buttons. These armor guards stay on and allow you to keep them on your Joy-cons even when you dock the Switch with the Joy-cons attached. I give them 4 stars because, while they don't impede your ability to press the face buttons like the silicon covers, they can get in the way of pressing the L & R buttons. They don't interfere with the ZR and ZL buttons, though. These also come with thumbstick grips that can spare wearing and tearing on the actual thumbstick tops, but they are convex and can make your thumb slide off sometimes. As a side note, these armored guards are the same as the blue ones that come with the Zelda Switch starting kit, and those thumbstick grips were better because they were a little convex compared to these stand-alone ones. Overall, I think these are the best solution if you're trying to find a way to make playing handheld mode more comfortable, and it also works as a solution to give you more to grip onto if you're playing with a single Joy-con sideways. I am used to how I have to reposition my fingers in order to push L & R while using these, but it did take some time.

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    very comfortable

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

    ugh, the average man size; 5'8" My hands are not big but I tell my wife they are not small either. The joy-cons are a bit small and these grips really help with making it feel just a little bit bigger. These grips are not the best, but for all around use they are great. You can use it in handled mode or docked mode, that's the best part of it. Other grips require you to remove it from it's interior if you want to change "play" mode. They also don't feel cheap.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Comfort, Grip

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    They do the job!

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

    We purchased these covers to help with grip and hopefully reduce the chance of our kiddos dropping the joycons. They do the job they were intended to do. :)

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Protection for Joy-Con

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

    While most of the previous reviews deal with complaints about the colors the person received, they don't generally focus on the product itself. The Armor Guards do provide a good level of protection for the Joy-Cons. They have the added bonus of making them easier to grip as well. While I've been lucky enough not to have tested the durability of the Armor Guards, it seems likely that they will offer at least some security from dropping the Joy-Cons.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Color, Grip

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Gives color

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

    Because my son has the gray switch, he likes these guards because it as color to his joy-cons; Easy to snap on & gives a good grip to controller. He has several colors.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Fit

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Fits good on the controllers

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

    The fit and the quality of the armor guards are good. Fits snugly on the controllers. Comes in two pairs so i have an extra for my other console. Good deal.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Grip

    Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Feels like Hard Plastic

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

    First the Pros - Nice if you have bigger hands and need more of a grip -Adds color (but only to the side/thumb) _You get a black set included with whichever color BestBuy GIVES YOU _Easy to put on and take off Cons -No way to pick which color you get (Grey, Blue or the Red). Black is always the second color _Might be just me but its a heavy plastic. After a long play (handheld) this may start to wear out your hands Overall: Best for people who want a second set and dont mind the hard plastic. Also if you have bigger hands. Otherwise it is hard to recommend considering you CAN NOT PICK THE COLOR (Lucky for me I got the one I wanted). In my opinion if you can get the Gel version that covers the entire joy-con get that. It is more comfortable but keep in mind that is more cosmetic but still has the thumb grip.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Grip, Protection

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great product!

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

    The grips keep your thumbs from slipping off the joysticks. Good protection at a great price!

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Color, Grip

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great

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

    This grips hold well with the switch. I liked the colors.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Comfort, Fit

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    great protctor

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

    fits great covers well stays on while playing kees

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Comfort

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Not too bad

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

    They definitely make holding the joy cons easier on the hands but because of the hard plastic can hurt after long sessions of gaming.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Grip

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    I wish it protect the buttons.

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

    Definitely gives a good grip to the joysticks. My only concern is that there is not way to protect the buttons.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Protection

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good for kids

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

    Got this as a gift to go with my nephew's switch and it so far has made sure he doesn't break them.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Protection

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    accessories for the Nintendo switch

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

    got this for my grandson's Nintendo Switch to protect the controllers.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Protection

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Basic Guards

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

    These are basic guards to protect your Joy-Con from damage.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Color

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good product and feels nice on the controller

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

    These are good but like many reviewers it would have been nice if they covered the entire controller. At the discounted price I say sure get them it makes the switch look more colorful;I bought the all gray Switch.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Comfort, Protection

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Offers adequate prrotection

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

    The armor guards offer adequate protection for the Nintendo switch controllers, worth the price to help prevent damage and having to replace the controllers.

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

    a little protection for your switch

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

    The best thing about this product: The joystick thumb covers. It makes using the joysticks a lot more comfortable. The armor itself is just okay. I find myself fidgeting with the armor every so often because it is not a super snug fit. The armor actually comes on and off quite easily. I dropped my switch on the carpet once and the armor just popped off. The good thing about having the armor on is that you're able to set your switch down without any part of it touching the table. The armor does not provide a better grip. It actually feels less comfortable holding the switch with the armor on. Overall, the thumb stick covers are nice, but the armor itself could be much improved.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Variety...

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

    Since our controllers are gray, these guards add the color. Snaps on very easily. Havent had any problems with them coming off.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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