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Rating 4.5 out of 5 stars with 540 reviews

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    Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.3 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars

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89%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers are enthusiastic about the quality, ease of use, and long cord of this wired Xbox controller. Many appreciate its compatibility with both Xbox and PC, as well as its lightweight design. While some users reported experiencing stick drift or lag, others found the controller responsive and lag-free. The overall feel and functionality of the controller received positive feedback.

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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent Controller

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

    Bought the wrong controller but still a great chocie.

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

    Xbox

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

    Great controller thanks a ton !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Horrible. Lasts 2 weeks

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

    Im not sure who is giving this controller a good ratings but they most of those have to be fake reviews. I bought this controller because i havent had a microsoft xbox controller that works past a month. So i decided to try this and the first one i got right out the box had a defect, so i exchanged it. It took a couple days because they had to order it. When i got the 2nd one, it lasted 2 weeks and then the joystick started to malfunction. To late to return. They all ask to sell warranty for these things and thats because they know they will all break and dont last at all. i havent had a good controller since the xbox 360.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from PowerA Team
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      Hi there, we really apologize for the inconvenience. Here in PowerA, it is our responsibility to provide seamless experience with our products. We would like to gather more information about this issue you are having so that we can find a way to resolve this. Please submit a ticket at https://www.powera.com/support/submit-case-request/ to be further assisted. powera-alpine

  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Not the best product

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

    Good enough for what it is. Cheap, barely a week of use and the triggers are sticking causing issues in a variety of ways. The is a cheap alternative to a proper controller that likely wont last long under an abid gamer. The cable thay comes with it is loose at times and disconnects the controller without ever coming unplugged.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from PowerA Team
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      Hi Zachc,

      Thank you for bringing this to our attention. Here at PowerA, it is our responsibility to provide a seamless experience with our products. We would like to gather more information about this issue you are having so that we can find a way to resolve it. Please submit a ticket at
      https://www.powera.com/support/submit-case-request/
      to be further assisted. powera-alpine

  • Cons mentioned:
    Stick drift

    Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    don't buy it!

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

    my controller had stick drift the second i had it i bought in store and the left trigger was moving the head hated it my pc is a good pc and i thought it was the cord but it wasn't

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from PowerA Team
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      Hi MatthewN, Thank you for bringing this to our attention. Here at PowerA, it is our responsibility to provide a seamless experience with our products. We would like to gather more information about this issue you are having so that we can find a way to resolve it. Please submit a ticket at
      https://www.powera.com/support/submit-case-request/
      to be further assisted. powera-alpine

  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Faulty pad

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

    After a couple of weeks the LT stopped working. And i couldn't return because i left the country

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

    Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Dont buy used at all

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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.

    I bought this item open box excellent condition for it not turn on i went to store return got new one works, this controller is bigger than oem xbox controller hurts ur hands and feels clunky

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from PowerA Team
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      Hi Bill, Thank you for bringing this to our attention. Here at PowerA, it is our responsibility to provide a seamless experience with our products. We would like to gather more information about this issue you are having so that we can find a way to resolve it. Please submit a ticket at
      https://www.powera.com/support/submit-case-request/
      to be further assisted. powera-alpine

  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Basic 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 works great, basic Xbox controller. Make sure to not drop it too any times or analogs with get wonky.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from PowerA Team
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      Thank you for taking the time in leaving a review and your suggestion. If you ran into any issues, please let us know by submitting a ticket on our support page https://www.powera.com/support/submit-case-request so we can assist you further. powera-alpine

  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    You get what you pay for

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

    The bumper stopped working after a few weeks. It was an OK controller before that for the price.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from PowerA Team
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      Thank you for taking the time in leaving a review. We're sorry to hear about it. Please know that PowerA always aims to provide you with a great gaming experience with our products. You can file a warranty claim on our support page https://www.powera.com/support/submit-case-request/ and we'll be glad to help you further. Stay safe! powera-alpine

  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Dysfunctional triggers

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

    Disfunctional left & right Triggers - Get what you pay for. Otherwise a fair affordable controller

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from PowerA Team
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      Hi Jordan! Thank you for letting us know about this. Your feedback helps us do better. We would like the opportunity to investigate your feedback further. Please reach out to our support at https://www.powera.com/support/submit-case-request/. powera-alpine

  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Get what you pay for

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

    I purchased one of these in February at a BestBuy that closed down and what do you know I’m back in may to buy another. Never mind the one year warranty nobody honored because the closed down Best Buy left no trace of my purchase

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

    Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Stick drift.

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

    Worked for what I needed it for however it came with stick drift. The stick drifts to about .05.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Controller for Xbox Series X|S - Black

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

    My 2nd one this year I brought . Cheapest put together Xbox controller u can buy everything on it is horrible. Buy these controllers if u wanna throw your money away plastic Lego controller

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from PowerA Team
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      Hi! We’re so sorry that your experience did not match your expectations. Please know that we do our best to ensure that our customers have a great experience with our products, and we make sure that each of our products goes through several quality-check procedures. If you haven't done so yet, you may reach out to BestBuy for a replacement under warranty if you're still within the return period. Otherwise, please submit a ticket at https://www.powera.com/support/submit-case-request/ for further assistance. Thank you! powera-alpine

  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Review

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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.

    Feels a little loose with the joysticks. I also own the more expensive version which is better quality

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

    Good enough controller

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

    The controller itself works fine, only problem is when a headset is plugged into it. Keep hearing own voice echo through it.

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

    Okay

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

    Seams to work well. No complaints. Little bulky. Quality okay

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    It works, for a short while.

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

    Controller was showing failure in trigger and buttons eoth moderate use in less than 6 months. Spend the extra money get something thatll last..

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from PowerA Team
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      Hi Sean, Thank you for bringing this to our attention. Here at PowerA, it is our responsibility to provide a seamless experience with our products. We would like to gather more information about this issue you are having so that we can find a way to resolve it. Please submit a ticket at
      https://www.powera.com/support/submit-case-request/
      to be further assisted. powera-alpine

  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Below Average Quality

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    Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This controller was good for about 3 months or so until I accidentally dropped it once from my desk and the left joystick suffers from major issues where it's not responsive. Honestly it's good for a short term controller but it's better to get an official Xbox controller.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from PowerA Team
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      Hello. Thank you for bringing this to our attention. We’re sorry you had a bad experience. Please know that we do our best to ensure that our customers have a great experience with our products, and we make sure that each of our products goes through several quality-check procedures. If you have further concerns, feel free to submit a ticket at
      https://www.powera.com/support/submit-case-request/. powera-alpine

  • Cons mentioned:
    Stick drift

    Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Xbox wired controller

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

    Didn't last very long before it started drifting..

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from PowerA Team
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      Hi, Brad. You may try to recalibrate the controller to see if it'll resolve the drifting problem. If it still won't work out, feel free to reach our customer care support at https://www.powera.com/support/. Thank you and stay safe! powera-alpine

  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Stopped working after 2 months!

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

    Controller just stopped working after purchasing in January 2025 ( date of review March 2025). I used it with my Xbox Series S plugged into the front USB port. Very disappointed in this product. I will never purchase from this company again.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend