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Rating 4.2 out of 5 stars with 869 reviews

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    Rating 3.9 out of 5 stars

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81%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers are delighted by the Instinct Pro Wireless Performance Controller's overall performance, adjustable triggers, helpful paddles, comfortable grip, and customization options. Many appreciate its lightweight design and how it feels. However, some customers have reported issues with stick drift and feel the controller is overpriced. There are also some concerns about the battery life and the design of the back buttons.

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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome Controller!!

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

    Paddles are in more comfortable postion for me than the elite controller. Didn’t think I’d like the trigger stops but feel like they make me quicker maybe its all in my head.

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

    Not worth the money

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

    All hype, limited customization, high input latency, no app support, felt like a glorified factory controlled

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Corsair
      Posted .

      Hello,

      What are the specific issues? Please contact our team directly on our site for assistance.

      -Art CorsairGaming

  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Take it back

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

    Its gross. Take it back. Its really not worth the price and the mouse click buttons are so hard to push. Take it back.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Corsair
      Posted .

      Hello Stephen,

      Do you have any specific issues our team can help with?! Please do reach out to them if so, directly on our site at any time.

      -Art CorsairGaming

  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    It broke

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

    It broke in less that 2 months don’t buy this item

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Corsair
      Posted .

      Hello Claudia,

      How did this break? Please contact our team directly right on our site for assistance!

      -Art CorsairGaming

  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Save your money!! Stick drift in 10 days.

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

    I love the feel of this controller but in 10 days the right stick is drifting up so much that I have to hold down constantly. I would expect better quality for $250.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Corsair
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      Hi,

      Sorry to hear about your experience. Please get in touch with us, we'd appreciate the opportunity to further look into this and provide a solution: support.scufgaming.com

      -Albert CorsairGaming

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Controller

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

    Great controller. Love the feel of the buttons and triggers. Back triggers are buttons and in a convenient place.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Grip, Overall performance, Triggers
    Tech Insider Network Member

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Better than the original!

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    Tech Insider Network Member
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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I love this--- it is everything I would like in a controller. First of all, it is very sturdy -- no squeaky noises like the usual “affordable” ones I buy elsewhere, grips firmly, and feels very durable. The feel on the hand is perfect while the rubber surface and the texture is nice to hold. It does not feel odd to grip, even though it is not an OEM Xbox controller. In fact, it really feels comfortable. Connectivity is great too. I just plugged it in my PC and it recognizes it. On Epic Games, even if I unplug it, as long as there is the battery of course, it still works perfectly without any lag. On other streaming services though I have to keep it plugged in. But it is fine because the cord is nicely made too and seems very durable. Audio Jack is great, and is expected for this device. I click on the main Xbox button and it pulls up my Xbox profile plus the settings without any set up. It also has remappable profiles with some preset buttons. The back buttons though—it does take some getting used to. I just can’t map them as jump buttons yet, because I accidentally press them when I panic. But they are good extra buttons to have. The triggers too have a quick fire setting or a gradual press setting which is perfect for driving games. What I like most about it is the durability of it. I know I have only had it for a couple of days—but the fact that I can change the thumbsticks and remove the D pad gives me comfort that this controller will last me, even if I play more than 4 hours a day, for months. I am sure, once I get more used to the extra buttons and its fully customizable mappings, I will always have more Battle Royales!

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

    Listen to the bad reviews …

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

    I should listened .. bumpers got stuck . A button randomly doesnt work .. terrible .. elite is so mich better

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Corsair
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      Hi,

      Sorry to hear about your experience. Considering this controller carries a 1-year warranty, please contact support via SCUF's website - we'd appreciate the opportunity to further look into this and provide a solution.

      -Albert CorsairGaming

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great buy

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

    It’s great. I love the paddle configuration and the interchangeable thumb sticks

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

    Scuff

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

    Good controller paddles are alittle awkward i would recommend to other's

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

    Best controller by far

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

    If you ever wanted a upgrade from the elite controllers this is it!

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

    Great

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

    Nothing to dislike high quality controller need another

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Battery life, Stick drift
    Tech Insider Network Member

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent wireless/wired xbox controller

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

    I have been very happy with this controller so far. I like how the faceplate is magnetic and pops on/off easily to swap out the sticks. It feels like a standard XBox Series controller, though it feels a bit heavier and sturdy, which is a good thing. I primarily use it in wired mode, and the performance has been flawless so far. The zero travel setting on the L and R buttons is great, and makes your triggers which typically have a long travel just click like a standard face button. I can see how some FPS players would like this adjustment since it makes the trigger buttons instantly responsive. I have not been able to fully test battery life yet, as I mainly use this controller wired to my gaming PC, but I have had zero issues with sensitivity or stick drift so far. It fits in my hands well, and all buttons have a solid feel to them. The domed spare sticks that come with it feel very nice, and I can see them adding precision while aiming. Another feature I like is that no 3rd party software is needed to update or customize the controller settings, it is customizable just like any 1st part xbox controller in the xbox settings, or on PC in the XBox Accessories app.

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

    Sucks

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

    Drift fist day horrible controller with no customer support

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Corsair
      Posted .

      Hi,

      Sorry to hear about your experience. Please contact support via SCUF's website - we'd appreciate the opportunity to look into this and provide a solution.

      -Albert CorsairGaming

  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Scuff trash

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

    Not worth the price trigger are kinda crap just buy a regular controller

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Corsair
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      Hi,

      Sorry to hear about your experience. Did you encounter an issue with the adjustable instant triggers? Please contact us - we'd be happy to provide assistance: help.corsair.com

      -Albert CorsairGaming

  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Best Controller For Hard Gaming, Hands Down!

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

    I can never understand the difference in price between the white, black and this design. Why is the white controller $219, the black one $229 and the black and red $239? As a marketing professional, I understand demand, availability, and if there is a special promotion such as a "COD" controller design, etc., there is going to be a higher price simply because demand. But it's a little frustrating. With that being said, the Scuf Instinct Pro is the best controller I have ever used and it takes so long before it has stick drift, even for me who is rough on controllers due to severe nerve damage! I buy a couple other different ones simply for looks but I don't use them for shooter or games I want to compete in. The Scuf Instinct Pro is, by far, the BEST CONTROLLER on the market, hands down!

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

    Horbbile

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

    Got it with ripped box looks like it was opens and used

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Corsair
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      Hi,

      Sorry to hear about your experience. Please contact Best Buy and inform them of the situation - they'll be sure to take care of you. If you have any questions regarding the SCUF Instinct itself, we'd be happy to assist: support.scufgaming.com

      -Albert CorsairGaming

  • Pros mentioned:
    Grip
    Cons mentioned:
    Battery life
    Tech Insider Network Member

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great but needs more extras

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

    This is the first premium controller I have ever owned. I love this controller. It works great and I couldn't be happier. The design is sleek and modern with texture and grip. It fits comfortable and feels good in my hands when using all the buttons and joysticks. I really like that it has the customizable triggers. I play a lot of first person shooters and fighting games and having the reload and switch weapon buttons so easily at my fingertips really makes a pretty big difference in my gameplay experience. I shaved a decent amount of time when replaying levels in one of my favorite games. It syncs with my xbox one x and my pc effortlessly. Works great for both machines. The headset port and the 3.5mm headphone jack are a nice convenience. Work great with my headset. The ability to change out the joysticks is nice but it would be better if it came with interchangeable d pads, trigger paddles and other joystick options. I feel it would be better for a wider audience if it has these things. Also, I do not like that it doesn't come with it's own rechargeable battery. At this price point, it should. All in all it is a great controller that could use a few extras to make it perfect.

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

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Stick drift hit really fast

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

    I literally got stick drift within two months of having the remote, maybe even less time than that. I play daily for hours at a time and, at its price point, you'd expect it to hold up pretty well but that was not my experience. This is the third pro style gaming controller I've owned and I'd have to say this one got stick drift the fastest hands down. The remote feels good, the mappable buttons are great, but stick drift this soon or a remote at this price is a huge let down.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Corsair
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      Hello Terrek,

      Our team can assist, please reach out directly right on our site at any time.

      -Art CorsairGaming

  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance
    Cons mentioned:
    Battery life
    Tech Insider Network Member

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Solid heavy duty XBOX Controller, durable/sturdy

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

    I have used a lot of controllers for both XBOX and Playstation and I like a hefty, weighted type controller that can last the abuse of heavy game play. This controller holds up to that task with a sturdy, durable exterior, and heavy duty shell. The problem with most XBox controllers, they are just a shell of plastic and seem durable but when it comes down to it, they easily break and dont hold up to heavy game play. This controller is similar to other higher priced controllers, has interchangeable buttons and seems like it can hold up to the rigors of heavy game play. The only issue I saw with this controller, it is in fact battery operated and did not come as a rechargeable controller with a charging stand. It also is not compatible with charging stations due to the battery door not being compatible with the included battery door designs of rechargeable stands. I am not a fan of battery operated controllers due to the length of battery life and was surprised the door was not compatible with my charging stand. However still a solid controller and one I will enjoy using.

    I would recommend this to a friend