BinBok's New Switch Controller Is...

BinBok's latest handheld only Joy-Con alternative is here! BinBok are known for the Nintendo Switch controllers and Joy-Con alternatives, we've covered many on the channel but this is their first handheld only alternative. It's essentially a dockable controller that can only be used for on the go gaming.
Since it's for handheld only it is cheaper than their wireless counterparts but, despite this, it's still packed full of features. It has gyro, rumble, turbo, macro assignable back paddles, RGB LED's, PD USB-C charging port and more.
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0:00 Intro
0:33 First Look, Feel, Buttons Etc.
2:47 Compatibility
3:47 Installation, Ergonomics Etc.
5:08 Connection
5:37 In Use & RGB LEDs
6:48 Turbo, Rumble & Assignable Back Paddles
8:24 Price
8:52 My Thoughts So Far
10:08 Check These Out Next

[@alluringming]

Oh another of my favorite controller types for Nintendo switch and by binbok. Didn't think they would this type of controller. ^^ Might look into this or the nexigo gen 2. This are my preferred method of joycon alternative when in handheld mode.

[@AggroNoobs]

Going down the rabbit hole looking for that perfect set up for my tate games while waiting for the slimmer wireless controllers to become available again. Seeing this I'm really loving the ergos and size and casually hoping they bring this design to full wireless as another revision of their original big wireless joycons. The size looks to be right in the middle of the large ones and the smaller bois on offer.

[@xPRxMEx]

Loved the video! Deciding our do this one and the retroflag! Did you ever drop your in-depth review to this (Binbok) one?

[@128KB]

Thank you! I love the retroflag but this is good for the price. Sadly never got around to doing a review of this one , haven't had time unfortunately!

[@alluringming]

Brother got this and i must say compare to the nexigo/dobe version the feel of this one does feel a bit better. Thumbstick arent as senstive and grip seems better with even dpad even. Currently have no joycons so thinking either using traditional joycon that nintendo makes or one of the alternatives im seeing. I used to use joycons for certain games that allowed me to use it and some were fun using the controller more than others. Do you recommend sticking with traditional joycon by nintendo or perhaps specific brand of joycon made by third party companies?

[@diegorieger1309]

Wow love the concept for the controllers but I’m worried about the vents in the switch

[@128KB]

Yeah agreed

[@AH_1102]

@@128KB is this an issue with the Oled or just the switch? Love your reviews!

[@HUYI1]

Do you think the OG switch using this will overheat? 🤔

[@diegorieger1309]

@@HUYI1 there’s a chance

[@HUYI1]

@@diegorieger1309 I've been using it for a while now and no issues I can see, controller is comfortable too 😀😀

[@TheBirdyFantana]

Now that the two sides are connected, is it possible to map the left back paddle with right side buttons? That would be huge

[@128KB]

Yes

[@muertito9249]

Wait so it is possible ?

[@HUYI1]

Didn't know the name of the controller when i typed it in KZbin as i wanted to see what feedback others had, i just got the clear rainbow version so I'm assuming the lights will be different on my controller as the whole thing lights up, i agree on the d pad its a bit stiff but i think over time the d pad will peform good enough, only downside is you can't use nfc with this controller so you will have to change back to the original joycons to do that but everything else is there, i brought this mainly because it had a proper d pad, rumble and gyroscope built in which is fair, thanks for the tip about the settings i need to do that when i install this controller, I'm curious to see how this would look on a OG v1 switch instead of a oled, guess i will soon find out 😊 have he done a full review of the controller would like to check that out also

[@camosnake31]

Have you tried the ovio grip? It's like the satisfy but it's only 25$. I have a pro controller with a mount, Hori split pad pro and now the ovio grip and so far it's my new favorite switch accessory. Haven't tried skull and co or satisfy personally

[@128KB]

No I haven't! I'll have to take a look

[@podracer35]

I personally prefer having the option of using controllers wirelessly, so I like the flexibility the Joy-Con style controllers offer. That said, this style looks really nice and I can see the appeal of a more sturdy feeling handheld experience

[@128KB]

Yeah that's fair enough!

[@jahquinbrown-es9xx]

Just got this in the mail today. Gonna use it for my oled. I only play switch handheld so it's great for. I'm using the nyxi hyperion case for it which it fits in perfectly. Can't wait to play tears of a kingdom using this. It also has gyro capability in it.

[@Achilles51]

How is it? Im thinking of getting them?

[@ascheme9705]

Yes, please tell us how you feel about them!

[@gregorycocco9043]

Really wish you can turbo the back buttons. Other than that I really like it.

[@Overtracked1102]

Bought this, waiting for it to arrive. Does this has the metal pins on the sides to hold the switch like some older similar models? A friend of mine used one a few years ago and scratched the switchs ink on the side. Also is there much center deadzone on the analog sticks? Thanks

[@weisun38]

How is this grip comparing to the Nitro Deck? Cause I just got my nitro deck and loved it until I start playing First person shooter games.

[@VictoriaDeMinico]

Interesting.... I've been struggling to find a good controller that has turbo and macro functions, and had to take back one controller already.

[@128KB]

Yeah this has most things if you're looking for handheld only!

[@smamurai]

How are these vs the hori split pad compact?

[@j.ctheanimated1146]

Can you remap the back buttons of the opposite sides like ABXY buttons on the left side?

[@AH_1102]

How is the deadzone? Any noticeable differences between this and the Nyxi Hyperion outside of this being wired?

[@HUYI1]

Finished up on NSMB U deluxe with the D pad, I guess that is a win win situation, the D pad is far more comfortable than using the og switch joycon one that is for sure 👍

[@danielmcphee2546]

Not really into the rgb for this wired controller. I have a nexigo/done type controller like this that I love despite a few nitpicks. My eye is on nitrodeck that's coming out in few months.

[@mndjr]

hello. At first glance, which one do you like best? this binbok or the retroflag?

[@128KB]

Retroflag

[@donatellod.dabbins3609]

I can't get mine to connect to my switch. I've tried turning the pro controller wired communication on and off multiple times. My nephew tried it on his switch, and it connects to his. He doesn't have the pro controller communication on though. Any tips would be helpful.

[@RyanDoesAnimation]

From what I’ve seen these are exactly the same as the NXYI Hyperion s, I don’t know for sure but they seem exactly the same.

[@haile_yeah86]

Do the “notches” that protrude out over the screen inhibit use with a screen protector?

[@128KB]

No, I'm using a glass screen protector with no issues

[@NFreddplayz]

I like the split pad compact better... A mouse doesn't have rumble or gyro... And that's fine with me.

[@128KB]

Yeah fair enough!

[@ImaFnT-Rex]

So with that felt material up against the back of the Switch with a game that really heats up the Switch And for the vents Is the Switch gonna be able to get fresh air fast enough in that tiny space offered

[@128KB]

Yeah that's my concern too

[@Cheffthechefguy4040]

is this controller okay, being thrown in a bag, without case?

[@graymatter9431]

Can you compare this to the nitro deck

[@the_number_645]

Is it possible to dock this with the controller on it? I feel like it would be tedious to remove the screen every time I wanna play on tv mode instead of handheld

[@Banzahut]

No, u need remove the screen :(

[@NateTheGrate14]

Those r literally the exact same as the nyxi Hyperion but there just wired

[@luiscotto6659]

I have the dobe and love the thing

[@rogelioscar2]

Looks a lot like the nixy Hyperion

[@128KB]

Yeah, that's why I made a little joke in the video ;)

[@nightmaster9840]

Can it work for the original switch to

[@bboy458]

If I want a controller in the style of this one? Which would you suggest? I was considering the NexiGo Gen 2

[@juanpecan7089]

Seems like the exact same product with different branding

[@bboy458]

@@juanpecan7089 there are subtle differences between each.

[@mza2001]

@@bboy458 but its from the same factory though, its a matter of fine lines so either you get a binbok transparent joycons or hyperion while having your original joycons in the backseat

[@artyboy1377]

This looks exactly the same as the Linyuvo but its anyone's guess which is a clone of the other. The Nyxi also looks like the Binbok and Linyuvo so I'm guessing some OEM company made the same controller for 3 companies and just smack on a different name plate lol. I don't know how they can charge so low (compared to the Nyxi) with everything working perfectly out of the box. This grips are definitely miles away in comfort compared to the original joycons and the LEDs and adjustable vibration levels are certainly extra icing on the cake. I honestly wonder how the Chinese can make these very capable grip controllers and sell them at a much lower price than Nyxi. What remains to be seen is their longevity.

[@Luggi83]

BinBok, Nexigo, Nyxi - it's all the same. I have this exact controller labeled as the Nexigo Gripcon. It's the EXACT same mold. I'll switch it out for the Nyxi Hyperion Pro, which I didn't know about when I bought the Nexigon - despite being 2 Joycons it again is the EXACT same mold.

[@Trigger200284]

What FF is that on switch?

[@pablovazquezvera4809]

I got one of those but the usb-c didnt ling up properly, it had to be forced up a bit so that it could go in, did yours have the same problem??

[@TheInfiniteNine]

Which switch do you have? Regular model? Or OLED model? If you watch the video, you'll see he says his is an OLED and did not have any issues plugging it in to the USB port.

[@128KB]

Sounds like a manufacturing problem, I'd return that! As I mentioned and as the comment above said, my OLED works fine but I'm unsure if it fits the base Switch.

[@HUYI1]

You don't have to force it in, it has to be lined up with the port and it just clicks in fine, don't need to be rough with it

[@dennisnguyen9568]

We need an update for the nyxi GameCube controller regarding smash

[@128KB]

Yeah it'll be a little while yet, sadly my Smash expert friend is experiencing some personal issues currently.

[@tertianend]

It's the dam Nyxi Hyperions with a backplate attaching them as 1 😂

[@128KB]

Pretty much yeah, all the same factory

[@tenebrasm]

Probably know the answer, but since Switch register it as a pro controller, you can't play Pokémon Let's go Pikachu/Eevee with it, can you?

[@fernandodeleonzz]

nicee vid bro

[@johnsducks9816]

Wow, I would totally buy these if I still used my switch..... long live the steam deck which has no need for extra accessories to be comfortable.

[@128KB]

Love the Steam Deck, expect some content soon...

[@HUYI1]

Love the steam deck also but it's too tinkery for me to bother with it anymore, some switch games I want to play don't work on the steam deck hence the reason I brought my v1 switch to life and use that instead, steam deck is still good for emulation and I will still use it for that, plus it's more difficult to use mods for switch games on the deck because of Linux, not a problem now on the switch so I'm gonna explore more of that

[@TheKidblazer1]

i feel like its a step back

[@128KB]

Yeah this is really only for handheld players tbh

[@markomlikotic6673]

These are the best!! 😎👍👍👍👍👍

[@danielmcphee2546]

I like these controllers but so many companies having exact copy of one another just slapped with their brand name. My brother wants this since I have done the version he likes, but we both can't wait for nitrodeck but that's a few months away

[@128KB]

Yeah I get you. Can't wait for the nitro deck!

[@danielmcphee2546]

@@128KB still want get perfect set of joycons but everytime I get some they only last 3-6 months lol

[@LennyLacey]

Great review, but I will stick with wireless :)

[@ricoyoutube6512]

DOYOKY Wired RGB Joycon Controller is its new name.

[@128KB]

They've binned the BinBok branding?

[@capyburrs]

@@128KB yep

[@frankievargas4834]

Got mine it didn’t even work

[@somedumbwizard6525]

Isn’t NYXI and BinBok the same brand?

[@Jeno_Sinatra]

Gotta say this again.. they share the same manufacturer, but Binbok doesn't have the Hyperion.. yet their joy-cons are made in the same factory but they just slap their own brand on them.

[@somedumbwizard6525]

@@Jeno_Sinatra Alright

[@128KB]

As above, yes.

[@lmstudio4298]

Do the binbok slims drift?? Wheres the update video?

[@somedumbwizard6525]

No, they don’t drift, I’ve had a pair of binboks slim for about a year now and they still havent drifted

[@lmstudio4298]

@@somedumbwizard6525 omg thanks 🙏 🙏 am buying them for my b day and no one has answered my questions so THANKS 👍👍.

[@NFreddplayz]

Yes they do my left stick drifts randomly I have to fix it using the settings stick configuration.

[@lmstudio4298]

@@NFreddplayz so how long so you have them for?

[@NFreddplayz]

@@lmstudio4298 a year now. I don't use them as much now tho. I like them for a pro controller but not handheld

[@victlrrobert3199]

Joystick deadzone?

[@128KB]

Yeah little bit

[@shadowwolf-vr8gy]

Ios it dockable

[@TheRealMafoo]

Just a production comment. You have a red border around your thumbnail, this threw me off, and I almost didn't click on the video, as when I watch a video, KZbin shows a red bar across the bottom of the video, and they look very similar.

[@128KB]

Oh you mean you thought you'd watched it because it looked like the play bar?

[@TheRealMafoo]

@@128KB Yep :)

[@JavierSegura]

Binbok is the "original" but these days it feels liks Nyxi is going beyond on their improvements and Binbok is falling behind... Even if they are allegedly the same thing and are competing with themselves. This "wired" controller feels unnecesary tbh.

[@128KB]

They're from the same factory, I think the only thing NYXI has done differently recently is their own Wizard controller.

[@JamesGowan]

Love everything BUT,… lack of ventilation!!! BINBOK,…. NO! Won’t buy!

[@128KB]

Yeah :'(

[@georged7627]

Nintendo steam Deck

[@128KB]

Hahaha

[@ricoyoutube6512]

That's exactly what it looks like to me. 😁

[@rogelioscar2]

Oh. First one

[@128KB]

🏅

[@knight67010]

Close but still trash..

[@knight67010]

I understand your job and showing products but there trash..

[@128KB]

I'd say you get what you pay for really, they're cheap and that is reflected.

[@ukbondraider]

These are terrible. I bought the NYXI versions and I wish I didn't bother. These youtubers must be getting kickbacks recommending these terrible products.

[@iMind-Juris]

I don't know, I got my transparent Hyperions through Nyxi for $47 and I don't think you can find anything better for the price, and it's certainly better than stock joycons. The only issue I have with it is the axis-sticking on the analog sticks, but I only play games like Pokémon where that doesn't affect the experience at all (just bugs me in an OCD sort of way). Even with that issue I'd say the sticks are better than the clunky miniaturized joycon sticks. Oh, I guess I should also say I really like the clicky D-Pad and I'd say it feels great whenever I use it

[@Mingodough]

I can somewhat agree, I like them but the d pad barely functions. Can’t even do diagonals, I feel somewhat ripped off. So I getcha

[@ricoyoutube6512]

Really, I love these. I have the Dobe version and it's the only reason I play hand held. Plus the look and feel of them are way better than the little white joy cons.

[@128KB]

NYXI Don't make a version of this. We get no kickback at all, other than a free sample to check out in a video. The main issue with most 3rd party, non licenced products, is consistency in manufacturing and build quality.

[@ukbondraider]

I bought the NYXI Hyperions. The best way forward after trying these and the Hori Split Pads is just to use the standard joycons with the NeoGrip. The NYXI feels cheap and tacky. As others have mentioned they are dropped shipped products so are cheap generic chinese stuff branded as either Nyxi, Binbok or any other name. They are however all the same because they come out of the same factory in china. They probably are only really worth £20 each but have their own massive mark up depending on which brand is stuck on them.

[@r2b2sw25]

all these 3rd party are just junk....