Customer Ratings & Reviews

When using detached joycons in the grip, I had to stand in front of the TV near the console or pull up a chair and keep the joycons within line of sight, otherwise connection issues would cause input dropouts. With the Pro Controller, I can sit back on the couch across the room, as comfortably as I like and have no issues whatsoever. I thought I might have to get a longer cable (the included cable is only 1 meter -- about 3.3 feet -- unlike what is mentioned as a "best answer" on a question here that incorrectly states 10 feet), as I am generally wary of wireless gaming controllers, but honestly I have not felt any lag or connection issues. Yes, it is much more expensive than the aftermarket controllers. However, those don't have motion control, which is essential for some games like Splatoon 2 (without motion control you only have coarse stick aiming; with motion control you have both coarse stick aiming and fine motion aim adjustment), and they don't have rumble, which can be essential for elements of other games, like Super Mario Odyssey which uses the rumble to let you know you're close to a hidden object. So, consider the games you play and whether these two features are important for you. Before I got this controller, I played the Switch almost exclusively in handheld mode because of the poor wireless connection quality of the joycons. With this controller, I play on the TV as much as possible. I'm obligated to point out that I am an employee of Best Buy. However, this has no bearing on the content of this review.

This controller is AMAZING to the hands and controls so well, feels light but built strong. A must have for Switch.

If you're thinking about buying a Switch, make sure that this is also a purchase. More ergonomic and reliable than the joycons that come with the system. IMO, the joycons are worthless unless you have very tiny hands and even then they are very fragile. The pro-controller offers more power and a more durable controller.

Good weight and quality. A must have for Switch owners, far superior to the joy cons.

Excellent product. A bit pricey though. Works perfectly no drift.

This is another great controller from Nintendo. I've been using it while docked on my switch to play Zelda. It just feels good and with the right heft. It works well with Zelda. I sometimes prefer this over the joy cons. Only drawback is the price. Should've been a little cheaper.

The smaller controllers on the Switch are good but this type of controller is much better. Do yourself a favor and get one of these, the whole experience is much better. Battery life is long and the feel of it is certainly good.

Comfortable controller for switch games. Battery seems to last pretty long too.

When playing on a TV, this controller seems to work much better than the joycons. Easy to hold, charges quick, and def recommend.

Controller is sized just right and feels more comfortable than the standard controls included with the system.

This controller works well, but is not cheap. Controllers should not cost more than games. But it works way better than using the numchucks. We had a similar controller start to move/drift. Hopefully this doesn't start doing that.

Long battery live and no drift issue like joycons. Feels great.

comfortable in hand good grip. Battery lasts hours before needing to be charged

Works as expected. I wanted to only purchase Nintendo brand for controllers.

Love those controller. Feels a lot like an Xbox controller. Very comfortable and great battery life!

Best controller for switch feels comfortable and quality is good.

While I think this controller is overpriced, it feels great with a real weight to it. It's probably worth the investment in the long run as in TV mode the joycons really stand out as too small for long play sessions. I used this controller for my Zelda play-through and loved it

I love the pro controller, it's 1 of my favorites out of my consoles.

I love the pro controller. It’s comfortable and it’s great from smash bro’s. I highly recommend getting the warranty with it though. All switch controllers break like nobody’s business. It is a little expensive too though.

I bought this controller as a replacement for the flimsy joy cons that stopped working. My goodness, the difference is night and day. This is a true gaming controller with way better buttons, grip, and reaction to what you are playing. Of course, the joy con has the benefit of having 2 controllers in 1, but if you are a true gamer, and enjoy the quality of playing games, you need the pro controller for your Switch.