Best gaming controllers on Reddit
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#1
Xbox
4.4
(27)
"I'd say get an Xbox controller, because it just works."
"Xbox controllers... connecting is easy since it's Microsoft and the layout is perfect."
"Xbox controller for better compatibility."
"Get an xbox controller."
"I used Xbox wireless controller and 8BitDo SN30 Pro."
"The setup is so easy as pressing a sync button."
"Xbox One. It's the best one."
"Xbox One controller is best in my opinion."
"Xbox controller is the way to go I’ve had mine last for years."
"I recommend the Xbox One controller. You're going to get the least amount of fuss from it."
#2
Microsoft
4.5
(15)
"Buy the new xbox one controller with bluetooth"
"Take the xbox 360 controller - add paddles on the back."
"The xbox elite with its back paddles has changed my life."
"Xbox 360 controller working great here"
"The 'best' controller is probably the Xbox 360 controller as it has the most support."
"I have a wired 360 controller. IMO this is definitely the best because it works natively with Android."
"I use a xbox 360 controller with an adapter and every game i have is compatible with it."
"XBOX 360 controllers are some of the best PC controllers IMHO."
"I use both for diff computers, both are great in my mind"
"Wired Xbox 360 Controller for Windows (~$30 CAD) and it's been really good to me"
#3
8BitDo
4.6
(10)
"I like 8bitdo personally."
"8bitdo haven’t let me down yet"
"8bitdo pro 2 is what you're looking for."
"Love my 8BitDo Pro 2."
"And wow those are good."
"I've been really happy with the NES30. Nice and compact to fit in your pocket or bag with worrying about breaking joysticks."
"8bitdo and Gulikit both make Xbox style controllers with Hall effect sticks."
"For $40+ I agree with the 8bitdo recommendations."
"I've had a good experience with the sn30 pro+."
"Look up the 8bitdo controllers."
#4
Logitech
3.9
(11)
"Logitech F710: https://github.com/RetroPie/RetroPie-Setup/wiki/Logitech-controllers"
"If you want a good wireless one try [this logitech one](http://www.amazon.com/Logitech-940-000117-Gamepad-F710/dp/B0041RR0TW)."
"Logitech F710, or Microsoft controller."
"I have Logitech f310 - 2,095/- and cosmicbyte wireless 1549/- in my wishlist."
"Wife and I like our Logitech F710's."
"[Logitech f310] is pretty awesome."
"I already had a Logitech F710 for my PC, I just plugged the dongle into the cable."
"I got a wired Logitech USB controller and haven't looked back."
"Compatibility with PC games is good with Xbox style controller."
"Logitech ones feels cheaper than the rest but they cost way less than a normal controller."
#5
Xbox 360
4.4
(8)
"Been using my wired USB 360 controller for years."
"The 360 controller was the best controller until the Xbox One controller came out."
"Xbox 360 controller for sure."
"360 controllers are the greatest controller ever, period."
"Wireless Xbox 360 controllers plus a cheap Chinese wireless dongle."
"Xbox 360 controllers are the cheapest out there."
"I prefer the transforming Xbox 360 controller."
"Just go for a 360 controller."
#6
Xbox Controller
4.7
(7)
"Xbox controller or dualshock 4 + DS4 windows (software)."
"Pretty much all modern controllers are PC compatible. Xbox controllers are the most plug and play."
"Just grab an xbox or Playstation controller. Should work just fine."
"Just use an Xbox or PS controller."
"Wireless Xbox controller works for me too."
"I use xbox Controller and have no lag unless playing Game Pass."
"Xbox controller."
#7
Sony
4.6
(7)
"Works fantastic in my model Y, Bluetooth"
"Love it, simple program ds4 windows and it works with every game I try it on"
"I use a ps3 dual shock for all emulators and love it."
"I'm using a wireless PS4 controller with mine, love it."
"I'm a fan of my DS4 controller. Works wired and wireless."
"To game i'm just using a PS3 controller with root for wireless capability."
"A PS3 controller is the best imo."
#8
GameSir
4.0
(7)
"The usb is on the left so the fold5 is oriented comfortably."
"GameSir x2 is great."
"Currently using the Gamesir X2 bluetooth version and having a good time with it."
"I'm thinking about Gamesir X2 Bluetooth."
"Look into Kishi 2 and Gamesir x2."
"Gamesir x2 Bluetooth."
"It was great for about 20 days, then half the buttons would not respond."
#9
PS4
4.0
(6)
"Ps4 controller works perfectly fine for me."
"Everything else is flawless."
"PS4 controller feels more 'in the groove'."
"Works fantastically."
"I've had the best experience with the PS4."
"I'm quite fond of the Dualshock 4. Easy to configure & use."
#10
PS5
4.4
(5)
"I like using the PS5 controller."
"PS5 controller. Underneath that, PS4 controller."
"The PS5 controller is the best IMO."
"PS5 for features like gyro, touchpad, or 8Bitdo Ultimate 2C wired/wireless for cheap"
"I like the ps5 controller."
#11
Switch Pro
5.0
(4)
"The Switch Pro Controller has been amazing since I bought it."
"I use a switch pro controller for steam games."
"I really like the Switch Pro Controller."
"Switch Pro Controller is my go to for steam."
#12
DualShock 4
5.0
(4)
"Gyro and rumble work out of the box."
"My go-to recommendation for PC gamepads these days would be a dualshock 4."
"I use a Dualshock 4. Works flawlessly."
"I'm using a DualShock 4. Support is perfect."
#13
Xbox One Controller
5.0
(4)
"Get an Xbox one controller."
"Can't beat the XBOX One controllers, if you ask me."
"Pretty sure any controller Xbox one/ PS4 or newer will work as long as it's wired."
"Everything changed when i got my hands on the XB1 controller though, its size allowed my palms to actually be sort of flat against the grips."
#14
MOGA
4.0
(4)
"Does anyone use the MOGA controller that Samsung was recommending when the Tab 7+ first came out?"
"I’ve used the MOGA XP5, wireless and wired Xbox controllers, and a DualShock 4."
"Works great on my Tab S7 and phone."
"I use the pocket moga controller because they were giving them away for free a couple years back."
#15
PS4 Controller
5.0
(3)
"I use my ps4 controller."
"PS4 controller. I prefer the XBOX controller layout, but I play Rocket League."
"The normal PS4 Controller is great, and there is no better Controller for Gaming at the moment."
#16
Steam
4.3
(3)
"Steam controller, hands down."
"Love the Steam Controller."
"I have a steam controller, and it's neat, but I never really use it."
#17
Steam Controller
3.7
(3)
"Well by default I’d say Xbox One controller for games that support it natively. But I actually like the steam controller."
"I used a PS3 DS3 until I got my Steam controller."
"Say what you will about the Steam Controller."
#18
SteelSeries Nimbus
4.0
(2)
"I love my nimbus."
"SteelSeries Nimbus."
#19
PlayStation 4
4.0
(2)
"If I wanna use a controller on my phone or tablet, I just use my PS4 controller."
"While PS4 controllers are higher in quality, easy to set up and have rechargeable battery included."
#20
PlayStation 4 Controller
4.0
(2)
"I use a PS4 controller."
"I’d honestly just save up the money for a PS4 controller."
#21
Valve
4.0
(2)
"The steam controller was a step in the right direction."
"My go-to controller these days is the Steam controller."
#22
PowerA
4.0
(2)
"I prefer the cheap third party wired see through controllers I think they're made by powerA."
"The Moga Controllers are nice."
#23
Razer
4.0
(2)
"I got a razer Wolverine and it's pretty nice."
"I use the razor kishi for my Note20 Ultra, it works with all of my emulators."
#24
Nacon
4.0
(2)
"I am quite happy with it. Works with ClassicBoy Pro emulator, as well as current games that have built-in support for controllers."
"In hand it feels great, heavier than any other controller I had."
#25
Switch
3.5
(2)
"You should buy a cheep switch controler."
"I use a knockoff switch controller."
#26
Moga
3.5
(2)
"Moga xp5-x plus has been a surprisingly good controller."
"Has anyone tried one of the moga controllers with the clamp for the phone attached?"
#27
Xbox One S Controller
5.0
(1)
"I just use my Xbox one S controller with a mount."
#28
Logitech G-13
5.0
(1)
"I think this gives me the best of all worlds."
#29
Sony PS3 Sixaxis
5.0
(1)
"I'm completely happy using a PS3 sixaxis."
#30
PotatoStation 2 Controller
5.0
(1)
"I think the PotatoStation 2 Controller is the best."
#31
MOGA Hero Power
5.0
(1)
"Great portable controller. With the clip and charging, beats everything I have tried. About 25$"
#32
Microsoft Xbox 360 Wired Controller
5.0
(1)
"This is what you want:"
#33
Gamesir
5.0
(1)
"X2 pro is the only real option if you need good joysticks and triggers."
#34
SteelSeries
5.0
(1)
"I use the SteelSeries Nimbus. Had it for a while with no issues."
#35
8Bitdo
5.0
(1)
"This is my favorite controller"
#36
Scuf
5.0
(1)
"The scuff is really good. Having the extra buttons to jump without removing your thumb from the analog stick make it worth it."
#37
Xbox One
5.0
(1)
"I really think the xb1 controllers with the wireless dongle will be your best bet."
#38
Astro
5.0
(1)
"Love that controller."
#39
Xbox/PS
5.0
(1)
"Just buy a normal xbox or ps controller trust me way better than any other."
#40
Tronsmart Mars G02
4.0
(1)
"I bought this like 2 years ago for playing games on mobile."
#41
Sony DualShock 4
4.0
(1)
"The touchpad works well as a mousepad :D"
#42
Microsoft Xbox One Controller
4.0
(1)
"Xbox one controller."
#43
Sony PS3 Controller
4.0
(1)
"You could hook your PS3 controller up to your PC via USB."
#44
Valve PC Gaming Controller
4.0
(1)
"I'm pretty excited for a Valve-designed PC gaming controller."
#45
Gamesir X2 Bluetooth
4.0
(1)
"I got Gamesir X2 Bluetooth but can't test it now. It is my christmas present :D and my wife wont let me open it xD"
#46
8BitDo SN30 Pro
4.0
(1)
"I know not what you asked for but I use 8bitdo Sn30 pro."
#47
Logitech F710 Wireless Gamepad
4.0
(1)
"I use a Logitech Wireless Gamepad F710."
#48
Google Stadia Controller
4.0
(1)
"I'm a fan of the Stadia controller."
#49
Unknown Controller
4.0
(1)
"I'm currently using this one, https://www.amazon.in/dp/B08GCVX1X6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_uAfIFb6MTQMAG and its real good."
#50
SteelSeries Stratus XL
4.0
(1)
"Steelseries Stratus XL."
#51
Scuf Infinity 4PS Pro
4.0
(1)
"Just get a scuf infinity 4ps pro."
#52
Razer Serval
4.0
(1)
"Quality - Razer Serval."
#53
Goigame DualShock 3 Controller for PS3
4.0
(1)
"I bought a knockoff ps3 controller and it works perfectly on both my pc and tablet."
#54
PlayStation
4.0
(1)
"Gearbest.com has some $8 PlayStation types that have treated me well."
#55
ASUS
4.0
(1)
"Works flawlessly with KOTOR, Stranger (Oddworld), and everything else I've tried."
#56
Rock Candy
4.0
(1)
"Wired 360 controller is pretty much the jam at that price."
#57
PDP
4.0
(1)
"I picked up a wired PDP Xbox One controller the other week."
#58
Redgear
4.0
(1)
"Redgear pro wireless would be better."
#59
Wii U
4.0
(1)
"Wii U Pro controller. Usually around $30 on ebay."
#60
Mad Catz
4.0
(1)
"I would guess the Mad Catz LYNX 9 has to be the highest quality Bluetooth controller around."
#61
Hyperkin
4.0
(1)
"I love the hyperkin Duke, which is a copy of the original Xbox controller."
#62
Wired 360
4.0
(1)
"It's hard to beat a Wired 360 Controller."
#63
PS4/Xbox
4.0
(1)
"Ps4 controller or x box."
#64
Snakebyte
4.0
(1)
"I use a [snakebyte](http://www.amazon.com/Snakebyte-iDroid-Rechargeable-Bluetooth-Controller/dp/B0090WBXSM) for emulated N64, NES, SEGA, and GB games."
#65
Nintendo
4.0
(1)
"Switch joycons will work"
#66
Microsoft Xbox 360 Controller
3.0
(1)
"You can use a 360 wired or wireless pad."
#67
Generic Switch Controller
3.0
(1)
"I use a knockoff switch controller."
#68
iCade
3.0
(1)
"Well there is the iCade Arcade and 8-Bitty. They work with a lot of different games."
#69
Xbox 360 Controller
2.0
(1)
"I dislike how hard you have to press buttons on the xbox360controller."
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