Customer Ratings & Reviews

This controller is amazing. The buttons are larger, the controller isn't too heavy, and no battieries required. In fact, the battery life is so good that I havent even needed to charge it yet and I've had it for 2+ weeks. When I'm not playing the switch in handheld mode, this is my go-to controller. The out of the box joycon controller attachment is too small and strains my hands after a prolonged session. Now that I have one of these in my house, my room mate and I constantly fight over who gets to use the Pro Controller when playing Mario Kart. 10/10 controller. in comparison to the PS4 and Xbox 1 controllers, this is my favorite. The color of the controller is more of a transparent dark grey, which is fine but I expected a jet black color based on pictures I saw. I do wish it came in different colors and I'm sure Nintendo will do that in the future. Would not play the switch on the TV without this, it definitely enhances the experience.

This control is a better choice than classic Joy Cons in most games, unless you need some kind of freedom like in Mario Odyssey or Just dance, the control is superior in every aspect compared to JoyCons, it's a little expensive, but it's still worth.

Love this controller compared to the original joycons that come with the Switch. It is much larger and easier to hold. I am able to get a better grip using this controller. Love it. Definitely recommend. Long battery life and charges quickly .

Great buy. I have large hands, makes playing my switch a lot easier at home, or at work with a stand lol. Charges quickly and lasts forever on the charge. Buttons are responsive, and I have had zero issues. A bit pricey but I got what I paid for.

I definitely felt like I was splurging when I was purchasing this controller because there are many cheaper alternatives. I’m glad I got this one because I can turn on my switch remotely if it’s in the dock. it’s so comfortable to hold, has vibration, and holds battery for a very long time. Not the end of the world if I didn’t have this controller, but I love how quickly and easily it connects to the switch.

I've been using the joy cons for about 2 years and finally decided to get the pro controller. It's a huge difference much more comfortable and I don't have to deal with any drift. It has a decent battery life as well.

I would give this a 4.5 if I could. This controller may be one of my all top favorite controllers with one slight disappointment. First the pros. The ergonomic feel and layout of the buttons and grip handling of the Switch Pro Controller is far superior to the joy-cons. The face buttons are also larger than the buttons on the joycon which gives more comfort for longer gaming sessions. The triggers feel and respond just right. The controller build quality is very solid with a little weighty feeling that doesn't cause hand fatigue. I the handles themselves also have a nice textured grip that just feels great to handle. The only major negative that I have is that there is no 3.5mm headphone jack on the controller, but this speaks to the overall complexity of the voice chat experience with the system that is still being worked out. I hope that with the Switch Online service to come in September of 2018 that voice chat will be made simpler and maybe a revision will come to allow wired headset connection to the controller. Until then though- if you want to game on the Switch with comfort and satisfaction- get this controller. I've had no d-pad issues whatsoever.

Works wonderfully! Batteries last a long time very comfortable to hold buttons are in fact close enough for great thumb control and comfort the black matches my console perfectly charging is easy and simple!

Solid, great weight (not too heavy), long battery life. But i do think $70 for any controller is a bit mich.

soooo much better than the regular joycons, which tend to drift :/ this feels comfortable when playing games and has better quality. it’s expensive, just like any other controller, but it’s worth it imo

I really can’t say enough good things about this Switch Pro Wireless Controller! The performance is flawless—every input is quick, precise, and responsive, making gameplay incredibly smooth. The build quality feels premium, and it’s comfortable enough for hours of gaming. Without a doubt, this is one of the best gaming purchases I’ve ever made!

I love the Switch Pro controller. Great feel and great battery life.

When I first got my Switch, whenever I played with it connected to my TV I used the JoyCon controller conversion thing that came with it. That worked fine for a while, but it just does not feel right. I decided I wanted something a little more comfortable, so I tried this controller. Boy does it make a difference. It is very comfortable, especially compared to the JoyCon thing that came with the Switch. It is wireless and charges pretty quick, but you can play with it still plugged into the Switch dock in a pinch. If I had to give a negative quality, it would be that the buttons do not click like the JoyCon buttons do, but honestly that is just nit picky, and I will not dock the score for that alone. Five stars all the way.

Fantastic controller. Buttons are responsive and it has just enough “umph” in the weight department to make it feel quality and not cheap. A great aspect since using it that I’ve noticed is how long the charge lasts. I’m lazy and forgetful. Two bad characteristics to keep things charged. This controller goes for days with plenty of play and lack of plugging in. Get it, especially if the Xbox controller is high on your list.

I was skeptical about getting a pro controller because it's pretty expensive and I'd always liked using my joy cons. But they started to drift to the point that lots of games were unplayable. A friend of mine said she was really satisfied with her pro controller and that she hasn't had any drift issues with it. I won't use anything else now! The HD rumble is really nice, especially with games where the rumble helps you navigate, etc. The textures of the different buttons are icing on the cake. My only complaint is that when I'm playing in handheld mode with the pro controller, I have to make sure the joycons aren't attached or else the switch sometimes thinks I'm using them to play and starts drifting.

i've had my switch for about a year now and only just recently picked up the pro controller in the last month. i've had few issues with using the joy-cons as my primary controller and their ability to be used independent of each other allows for way more comfort during extended play sessions. i decided to pick up the pro controller when i bought the new monster hunter release as i'm not very experienced in that games mechanics and UI and using the joy-cons during the demo was very clunky for my larger hands. the pro controller is fantastic. very comfortable and great responsiveness, and i rectifies the only major issue i have with the joy-cons, which is lack of a proper d-pad. i definitely think it's worth adding to your controller collection even if you are satisfied with what you already have.

The in-box Switch joy-con controllers are one thing, but if you have even remotely non-small hands, they typically feel cramped for any extended gaming sessions. That's where the Pro Controller comes in. Extremely comfortable to hold. Ergonomic grip, great button/joy/d-pad placement. Just the right amount of weight to it; substantial but not overtly so. Battery life is also fantastic (1300mAh). It can be used for for hours on end (sorry haven't ever quite measured it) without needing a charge. Conversely, joy-cons require far more frequent sessions. Now, if you've nearly fully drained the thing (I'd recommend not letting it drop past 30-50%) it CAN take several hours. The prod does NOT support fast charging (5V/0.5A .. roughly equivalent to a much older smartphone). However, if you allow a few hours here and there, depending on your usage, you'll really never hit that wall of concern :) Incredibly responsive, buttons, d-pad and joysticks all have a great feel. Great accuracy. Some have complained negatively about the d-pad feel compared to competitors. That hasn't been my experience. Highly recommended for anyone but the most casual gamer on the Switch. It will day-and-night improve your experience and make your sessions far more enjoyable.

I love using it for Zelda when I'm at home playing on the TV. That way I don't have to take the joy-cons off the console each time I play. I've used the controller about 20 hours and I haven't had to charge it since the initial charge. The joy cons don't have d-pads, so you'll want one if you play a lot of 2D games. Although it's bulkiness makes it more challenging to bring with you for portable play, it's a better build quality than the joy cons or even the Wii U pro controller. I still prefer the PS4 controler overall, but I could see this being a favorite with more time. I should mention that it doesn't work with all games, since many of them are designed to use the joy cons unique features. The lack of a headphone jack and no analog triggers are unfortunate, but it's your best choice for Zelda and probably other future "traditional hard-core games".

Fantastic feel, good weight, responsive sticks and buttons that are placed well, and a 40 hour battery life. Includes USB-C charging cable. I think this even trumps the 360 controller. Works natively with PC out of the box. A must have for any gamer.

Good grip, good amount of gameplay before needing a charge, built in rechargeable battery (bonus compared to Xbox), must have for wireless gaming. No complaints other than how Nintendo and Xbox have different abxy button configurations.