Best controller on Reddit

255 reviews from r/Controller, r/buildapc, r/SteamDeck and 53 more subreddits

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#1

8bitdo

4.4
(32)
"8bitdo makes the best controllers out there."
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"I use 8bitdo because of the hall effect sticks and back buttons."
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"Personally been using the 8BitDo controller ever since i got my pc about 3-4 years ago."
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"Go for 8bitdo controllers"
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"8bit is the way if you're looking for a good price, and good quality."
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"I use an 8bitdo SN 30 pro."
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"Wireless version of the 8bitdo pro 2 hall fits all of those."
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"I've been using the 8bitdo Pro 2 wired bc it's a hybrid between the SNES controller and the original dualshock."
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"8bitdo makes some great controllers"
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"Great dpad on that thing."
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#2

Sony

4.5
(27)
"Dualsense edge is the true answer."
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"This question comes up a lot, and the answer is the same: Sony Dualsense."
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"Playstation 5 - DualSense Wireless Controller. It’s a solid controller."
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"Get a PS5 controller. The best."
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"Buddy recommended ps edge and I love it."
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"PS5 edge is great. It’s built well."
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"I’ve had a dualsense edge since MWII and haven’t even gotten stick drift yet."
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"PS5 Edge controller 100%."
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"Bought a ps5 edge yday, absolutely insane controller."
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"Best latency? Dualsense edge. And you can swap the stick modules."
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#3

GameSir

4.3
(26)
"Gamesir G7 SE is the best controller if you want an xbox one."
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"Gamesir g7 se that is all."
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"I would recommend the cyclone 2 with 2 back buttons."
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"Both great Xbox controllers with Hall Effect sticks."
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"Gamesir g7se is my fav controller ive ever had."
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"The cyclone 2 is a magnificent controller!"
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"Gamesir g7 SE for me, had 5 controllers and this 45$ controller just feels the best."
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"If you don't want to spend 200$ on a roller, it's a great option. Usually costs like 50$."
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"I use Gamesir G8 modded a bit to fit the case with my iPhone 15."
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"GameSir and 8bitdo are the only 3rd party controllers I've used that work ootb about as well as first party controllers do, of which I think GameSir is slightly better."
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#4

Flydigi

4.6
(22)
"The Flydigi apex 4 or the Vader 4 pro are prob your go to for 3rd party options."
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"Vader 4 Pro (personal recommendation)"
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"Vader 4 Pro is the Controller that is the most recommended by r/Controller and had excellent Controller review rating for Top controller of 2024"
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"When I purchased mine the best reviewed was the Flydigi Vader Pro 3."
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"Flydigi Vader 4 pro or flydigi apex 4."
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"Have a look at the Flydigi Vader 4 pro. I much prefer it to my Elite 2."
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"Vouching for the Vader 4 pro."
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"I'd say: the Vader 4 pro with the mayflash magic x."
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"Vader 4 Pro for sure."
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"Spend a little more and get a Flydigi Vader 4 pro."
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#5

8Bitdo

4.6
(12)
"For the basics: 8Bitdo Ultimate 2C."
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"I absolutely love it."
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"Do yourself a favor and get the new 8bitdo ultimate 2c wireless controller."
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"8bitdo Ultimate 2C,it has Hall triggers and sticks."
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"8bitdo ultimate 2C. All of what you asked and for only 30$."
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"8bitdo Ultimate 2C,it's cheap af, and has Hall Affect sticks and triggers."
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"8 bit do ultimate 2c is better than everything right now in that price range."
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"I used the Ultimate 2 with the charging cradle for a while and really rate it."
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"I prefer the 8bitdo Ultimate 2C."
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"8bitdo ultimate 2c is a controller that seems to fit your needs."
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#6

8BitDo

4.8
(11)
"Normally i would say the xbox elite but i bought a 8bitdo ultimate recently and its great."
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"The 8 bit do ultimate comes with a charging dock and is super Hella comfy."
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"Ive been having lots of fun using 8bitdo ultimate."
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"I'm using the 8bitdo ultimate and it's great."
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"Using mine a few years now with literally nothing to complain about, they are great."
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"I love my 8bitdo 2c it's only 35 for wireless."
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"8bitdo ultimate, either the 2.4g hall effect or the one for the switch."
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"8bitdo ultimate with charging dock is crazy value."
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"Get 8bitdo 2c from bangood."
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"I also am really liking the 8bitdo Ultimate."
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#7

Xbox

4.5
(11)
"Xbox controller is still the best by a long shot"
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"The regular xbox controller is just hard to beat for me."
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"I use a XBOX Series Controller,the D-Pad is amazing for fighting games"
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"Xbox One controller has been great for me."
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"Xbox Series controllers are great."
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"The Red with white backing and black buttons series controller is the best OG $80 controller."
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"Xbox is way easier to set up, and personally I just think the controller is better."
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"I say Xbox controller because you can use it for PC gaming as well or other Bluetooth control controller supported devices."
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"Just get a normal there is nothing wrong with them, and they work on every windows pc without extra software."
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"I love the dualsense but i primarily use the xbox controller on PC."
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#8

Razer

4.4
(10)
"Razer wolverine V3, comes with hall effect thumb sticks."
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"Battle beaver or the new Razer wolverine v3 pro for xbox."
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"Razer Wolverine 3 for xbox is excellent."
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"Both are amazing rollers."
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"A Wolverine V3 Pro which is wireless."
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"Personally I use a Razer Kishi Ultra."
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"Razer Raiju Mobile ! I know it's suppose to be considered a mobile controller but it's also a REALLY good PC controller as well !"
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"I decided to order Razer's new Wolverine V3 Pro due to its compatibility with Xbox and PC, along with hall effect sticks."
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"Early secondhand reviews from friends rave about the Razer Wolverine V3, highlighting its 1000hz polling, extra shoulder and paddle buttons, and hall effect sticks."
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"Not really a reasonable price tho"
#9

Microsoft

4.0
(8)
"The Elite Series 2 controller is a top-tier choice, even if you’ve never owned an Xbox before."
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"Xbox is the de-facto PC controller, with excellent compatibility and support."
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"One tip is to rebind L3 and R3 to paddles instead of clicking in the analog sticks."
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"I've had my elite control for 4 years now and it's just starting to have problems."
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"These controllers are awesome."
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"I have always preferred the original Xbox controller with its USB wireless receiver."
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"The Elite Series 2 has only 2 back buttons."
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"Still not as good as PlayStation controllers."
#10

Gulikit

4.8
(6)
"I recently got a Gulikit Kk3 Max and wow the quality is amazing."
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"I bought this after having a third Xbox controller develop stick drift and Bluetooth issues."
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"Gullikit KK3 Max is a pretty damn good, Hall Effect controller for under $100."
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"It's been the best controller I've ever used, and very affordable for all the features it packs."
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"Get the Gulikit KK Pro 3 Max. It’s Hall effect joysticks makes it way better than standard Xbox or PS controllers."
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"Look into the Gulikit KK3 max controller as well."
#11

8BitDo Pro 2

4.3
(6)
"Now I have the 8bit pro 2, which I really love."
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"Go with an 8bitdo Pro 2 Controller."
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"The 8bitdo controllers are fantastic because they’re generally smaller and more ergonomic."
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"The 8BitDo Pro 2 is a solid alternative."
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"Have a look at 8bitdo Pro2."
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"If you need potstation style sticks, then the 8bitdo pro 2 is your best bet."
#12

Xbox Controller

4.6
(5)
"Xbox controller for me"
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"I love my Xbox controller, I just use regular AA rechargeable batteries in it."
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"Xbox controller + IKEA Ladda = battery king"
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"Xbox controller or 8bitdo."
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"Xbox controller is great. Not mini but comfy and not that expensive"
#13

8BitDo Ultimate 2C

4.2
(5)
"Best thing on the market for 30$."
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"8Bitdo Ultimate 2c is going for 2500 on banggood in sale."
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"8bitdo ultimate 2c"
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"You could consider the 8BitDo Ultimate 2C."
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"Have a look at 8bitdo ultimate 2c."
#14

Sony DualSense Edge

4.0
(5)
"If budget is unlimited and the Alpakka doesn’t appeal to you, dualsense edge is easily the way I’d go."
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"The dual sense edge is elite."
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"Dual sense edge is a very reliable option if you really want paddles."
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"Dual sense edge, two paddles is plenty for COD."
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"DualSense Edge has garbage battery time."
#15

Nintendo

3.8
(5)
"I use a Nintendo Switch Pro Controller for all of my gaming on PC and it's never let me down."
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"I'm still on my first one from five years ago. Love the battery life in particular."
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"Just a Pro Controller. But make sure they're official Nintendo procons and not the 3rd party ones."
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"I recommend a switch pro controller."
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"Switch Pro Controller working very well with UCB-C Cable but very bad via Bluetooth."
#16

Sony DualSense

4.3
(4)
"I’ve been using the PS5 dual sense too. Works great!"
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"Dualsense 5 is definitely what Apple wants you to use and what they test with"
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"Dualsense or Xbox series controller."
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"It serves great."
#17

Scuf

4.0
(4)
"I would recommend the scuf instinct pro (it's with mouse click triggers)."
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"If you have a PC. You should have gotten the Scuf Envision Pro."
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"It's an awesome controller. Bought myself one a few years ago to have air roll for rocket League on the back paddles."
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"Scuf instinct pro."
#18

Flydigi Vader 4 Pro

4.7
(3)
"Flydigi Vader 4 Pro."
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"For FPS definitely go for Vader 4 pro."
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"I suggest vader 4 pro"
#19

Vader 4 Pro

4.3
(3)
"I got a vader 4 pro. Great controller no complaints."
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"Vader 4 pro, Blitz 2 tmr/alps, Gamesir T3 pro, 8BitDo ultimate 2c."
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"Vader 4 pro is a 1000hz 4 paddle controller."
#20

8BitDo Controller

4.0
(3)
"Look into 8bitdo controllers. I use the ps5 dualsense myself tho, it's my fav."
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"8bitdo controller has a lighter weight."
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"I don't have small hands, but can confirm the 8BitDo is smaller than the PS4 and PS5 controllers."
#21

Sony PS5 Controller

5.0
(2)
"Original Sony PS5 controllers are the best in my opinion."
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"PS5 controller works great"
#22

Apple

5.0
(2)
"Touch OSC is a great app for building custom midi controllers and learning about midi."
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"I recommend TouchOSC for parameter control. Easy to make your own custom templates for controlling VSTs and Bitwig functions."
#23

PS5

5.0
(2)
"I used the ps5 controller. It’s great because you can map the touch pad as a mouse."
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"Honestly, PS5 controller has the most functionality."
#24

Victrix

4.5
(2)
"Best of both worlds. You can swap the stick and button layouts. Software is easy to use."
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"I’ve been using the Victrix Pro BFG. The rumble feels good."
#25

8BitDo Ultimate

4.5
(2)
"8bitdo ultimate controllers are probably best bang for your buck controller."
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"8BitDo ultimate is relatively small but still comfortable."
#26

Flydigi Apex 4

4.0
(2)
"I can recommend the flydigi Apex 4, it feels more premium than the Elite 2."
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"Flydigi Apex4 or Vader 4 Pro."
#27

HexGaming

4.0
(2)
"HexGaming Phantom with Hall sticks."
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"Another one to consider would be the Hex Gaming Phantom."
#28

8BitDo Ultimate 2.4G

4.0
(2)
"I own a 8bitdo Ultimate 2.4G and it's a treat to use."
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"8bitdo ultimate 2.4g officially supported."
#29

PowerA

4.0
(2)
"They have good reviews."
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"The best controller for PC is Power A Battle Dragon."
#30

Manba

5.0
(1)
"Highly recommend the manba one. Best controller I've used on PC."
#31

Cinch

5.0
(1)
"I am now using cinch. Zero issues zero stick drift."
#32

Backbone

5.0
(1)
"Backbone, it’s like a whole new handheld device."
#33

Xbox Elite

5.0
(1)
"I use the Xbox elite with a phone clip. It’s superior."
#34

Retrofighters

5.0
(1)
"If you want a solid 3rd party controller, get a Retrofighters Defender."
#35

DualSense

5.0
(1)
"Dualsense (perfect gyro with minimal latency, touchpad for virtual menus or keyboard with steam input)"
#36

ELO

5.0
(1)
"ELO vagabond is pricey but is absolutely amazing."
#37

EasySMX

5.0
(1)
"EasySMX X15. Magnetic sticks don't drift over time."
#38

SCUF

5.0
(1)
"Scuf over elite controllers 10000000%."
#39

Hyperkin

4.0
(1)
"Quality construction, feels good in the hand, and a long wired cord."
#40

Wolverine

4.0
(1)
"For premium feel your choices are the wolverine v3 or Dualsense edge pretty much."
#41

Rotor Riot

4.0
(1)
"Get yourself the Rotor Riot controller, “RiotPWR” looks like an Xbox but no batteries needed and can charge your phone while playing."
#42

Spice Orange

4.0
(1)
"Best 3rd party controller I ever used."
#43

JK02

4.0
(1)
"I suggest you the jk02 controller it has cooler so you dont have to worry about over heating."
#44

Blitz

4.0
(1)
"I will recommend Blitz 2 or Cyclone 2."
#45

Vader

4.0
(1)
"Vader 4 pro is one of the best in that price range."
#46

Easysmx

4.0
(1)
"Has type C, no battery but has bluetooth."
#47

Comic Byte

4.0
(1)
"A good hall effect sensor controller."
#48

Frame1

4.0
(1)
"Frame1, B0XX, or similar imo."
#49

Logitech

4.0
(1)
"I think the Logitech F710 gets recommended the most."
#50

Flydigi Direwolf 3

4.0
(1)
"Flydigi Direwolf 3 seems to be quite interesting."
#51

Retrobit Tribute 64

4.0
(1)
"Retrobit Tribute 64."
#52

Gamersir

4.0
(1)
"I would say try the new gamrsir cyclone 2."
#53

8BitDo Stick Replacements

4.0
(1)
"Get 8bitdo stick replacements and cord extensions for your OG controllers."
#54

Nintendo N64 Switch Online Controllers

4.0
(1)
"OG or the n64 switch online controllers for $50 each new directly from Nintendo."
#55

8BitDo N64 Mod Kit

4.0
(1)
"You can use the 8bitdo n64 mod kit with a blueretro adapter."
#56

Steel Stick 64 Module

4.0
(1)
"I took my fav official Nintendo 64 controller and put in a Steel Stick 64 module."
#57

Farmstick

4.0
(1)
"I'm using the farmstick without the wheel and it's good."
#58

Power A

1.0
(1)
"Power A controllers are dreadful. Avoid them at all costs."

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