COMPARING Razer Kishi V2 VS V1 - Mobile Gaming Controller

Kishi V1: walmrt.us/4a602hX | amzn.to/3Tcc57s
Kishi V2: walmrt.us/3uIPpSd | amzn.to/3NbtJUZ
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[@ciceromingori1980]

Bro sounds like Christopher Walken 🤣

[@richparkinson9647]

Read this while watching and that's all I could hear afterwards 😆

[@shayne8932]

I was just thinking the same thing

[@ManBearPotato13]

Dude I can’t unsee this comment… when he said , “ PlayStation 5 D-pad” I lost it 7:08

[@Gaetano.94]

I don't hear it

[@unverifiedbiotic]

Needs more cowbell

[@YOUR_NARRATOR975]

I do like how the v2's back support seems better but for portability the v1 definitely wins.

[@kris8165]

I'm glad I've stumbled on this video! I've watched quite a few videos on the never version of the Kishi,and only few reviewers mentioned that new version joysticks have lesser travel,and I don't want that!😅 I have found version 1 Kishi,here in Croatia,for 42€+ 6€ delivery cost..The cheapest price on the never version,was around 90-100€ So,the older Kishi, for half the price,yes thank you!😁 Greetings from Croatia from Kris 😎

[@techbyleon]

Thank you for the comment @kris8165

[@CoffeeBeans4901]

Your video really sealed the deal for me with the recent sale for the V1 Can’t wait to get it 😊

[@artistasha9331]

Same!!

[@domq1543]

Amazing review! Very detailed and lots of information as well! Subbed! :D

[@deusxyz]

Great review!! I appreciate the attention to details

[@techbyleon]

Thank you for the kind comment 🙏

[@16Bit-Jafu]

does the v1 work with s23 plus? im getting it at 40 usd?

[@Kivencito]

Nice review! thank you!

[@rknight9561]

were you able to get the v2 to be usable playing remote play for the ps5?

[@luisfonseca811]

When I first got the V1, it was confusing to me for some reason as well but once you get it- it's super easy, your brain will pick it up lol (; I like it

[@kononsmf6917]

Hello im planning to by the v1 but for like some game you gotta map it what app do you use?

[@klimankhmeron7636]

Former owner of RK v1.It's great controller while it is working, Ergonomic, cheap, no lag.. Mine quit working after 50 days within the warranty. The customer support is atrocious, they were dragging and dragging this issue answering me once a day strictly.. I just threw away and bought Gamesir pro. I would never buy anything again from Raze

[@chrheca]

Is the V2 more sturdy due to the rigid structure in the middle?

[@henriquep1910]

Related to the use of the razer kishi v2, does anyone know how to change the audio input to some earbuds ou Bluetooth earphones because in game the phone (s22) uses the phone microphone itself and the controller blocks the microphone.

Good review, thank you. I think I will go for Kishi v1

[@johnmccrossin9191]

Will a Samsung Galaxy AO3s fit in the original kishi?

[@thehappygamerguy]

I just bought a v1, I've been playing with my Xbox controller clipped to my phone for the last year or two. I do night audit at a hotel so it's important to be able to game 🤣 but after purchasing the V1 and then watching your video, I got to say I like the V1 better. There are some functions that are great about the V2. But you can't even take a screenshot on cloud so I see no reason for that, and I definitely don't like the smaller joysticks on the V2. I'm happy with my purchase, thanx man! 🙌

[@metagaminguniversemgu2240]

I've been trying to decide which controller to get, and I think I've come to the conclusion that V1 will be better. Because of the sticks, its compact nature, and the back does not touch the camera lenses on the phone.

[@wiseguy240Winston]

Is the v2 compatible with the s22 ultra? I can't get it to work

[@zamiryusof8239]

Bought the V1 recently on impulse because a guy selling it very cheap since he mistakenly bought Android version instead of iPhone. Compared to mobile controller with backbone which I also have, V1 fits my lifestyle better because of its compact size. The only major differences is app support as the Razer Nexus app only support v2 hence the touch key mapping feature is not available for V1 although the same feature can be supported on other app like Mantis.

[@blizzard369]

With mantis you need another controller right!?

[@icefire5799]

Thanks man i got myself the v1s now

[@aboelrouk]

Thanks a lot!

[@veyspixelboy]

Thanks for the video, you make me love the v1 but I have the s23 ultra so it wont fit in it? Thats what you saying 😢

[@crazyrice82513]

What phone case do you use that fits the razor kishi v2. My old phone could fit a case in the v1. I have recently upgraded to a s22 ultra and v1 doesn't fit. I have v2 on the way but I want a case that will work! Thank you!

[@jjshotdat]

YOUR NOT SUPPOSED TO USE A PHONE CASE WHEN YOUR USING THE RAZOR KISHI V1

[@kivros206]

On that S22 Ultra, I'm pretty sure he's using a Spigen case.

[@stephenang499]

​@@jjshotdat Why not?

[@AlexanderVFX]

Just bought a razer kishi V1 and want to note the app doesn't work on the latest version of android in fact it doesn't show up in the store as incompatible apps are filtered out of the search results. The controller works pretty well anyway but sometimes takes a bit to be recognized by phone. If anyone knows if i'm missing out on any features the app offers let me know

[@zamiryusof8239]

You're not missing much except for the app works as game launcher and hub for controller supported games.

[@AlexanderVFX]

@@zamiryusof8239 thanks for reply dude, I thought maybe it would be less compatible without the app 👍

[@kenduwilliamson5436]

@ Tech by Leon have you tried the new Razer Kishi Ultra? Its awesome

[@techbyleon]

Wow...intersting...work with iPad Mini!

[@kenduwilliamson5436]

@@techbyleon I have mine on my Amazon Fire 8 and my S22 ultra. It's awesome

[@BackForwardPunch]

Thanks! Got the v1 based on your review!

[@danitabarton7548]

The kishi v1 looks like it has more clearance with the right joystick so I don’t have to bend my thumb as much to use it compared to v2. I want comfort when playing for hours

[@sophiamauve]

i feel like you could do a really good christopher walken impersonation

[@techbyleon]

🤣

[@TemporalOnline]

I woukd like to know more about the strain on the usbc port between the 1 and the 2, it would be a bummer if the strain on the port would render my phone unusable.

[@user-it2hc6bx5t]

type C ports strain the male part in order to avoid this exact scenario, which means it doesn't matter.

[@candyman111881]

REALLY love your videos. 👍♥️❤️💜💙💚💛🧡♥️❤️💜💙💚💛🧡♥️

[@techbyleon]

Thank you 🤗

[@robertjv]

What I just find lacking so much is how the trigger feels weird to press and the right stick should be moved to the left a lot more, since using the moving it it feels ackward and also the sticks are too small for my thumbs to use. Because of these it's kind of disappointing and how mobile games doesn't support razor kishi as much

[@lunadevil4322]

I bought a razer Kishi V2 and mine had a slight left joystick delay, I noticed it when emulating smash bros, pressing left joystick -> plus B didn't do the directional attack it was supposed to. it's a very hard to notice lag in most games, like 1/8th of a second delay, but I easily notice it in fighting games like smash bros. I returned it and got another Kishi V2 and it had the same error... tested with my V1 and xbox controller and neither had this issue. Anyone else have anything like this?

[@ropeburn6684]

1/8 of a second? That's very noticeable and a shame for a directly plugged in device.

[@lunadevil4322]

@@ropeburn6684 Exactly! It doesn't sound like a lot but you notice it very quickly for things that require precise input

[@glentaker]

im really disappointed getting V2, even taken out the rubber part, my iphone SE2 with UAG case still cannot fit correctly to play, so still have to take out case to play every time.

[@extra4542]

Ngl the compactness and portability of V1 makes it much more appealing to throw in my bag. I feel like the extension part of the V2 could snap in my bag, as well as taking up more space

[@ElonMask-ux6iy]

left side of kishi stopped working one month after warranty. This issue is known online. I should have got an xbox controller and clip combo. Now i have to buy a third party flexcable and replace the original (which is going through that rubbery belt thing and is impossible to remove because its glued on). So i will have to tape the new cable on top of the old cable... which will look very ghetto.

[@techbyleon]

Oh man! Sorry to hear that. I have some clip combo. The issue is the phone is so heavy on top, I can't play it for a long time.

[@bahamut3441]

What I wanna know is can V2 work on apex mobile cuz the V1 only the right side of the gamepad work

[@bamsmith6116]

I think if yoy map out the controls you can

[@ruisilva1536]

I love you video, very usefull poco x3 pro is compatível for razor v1???

[@hugokhalil994]

Great video😇

[@techbyleon]

Thank you 😁

[@HotSizzleTV_]

Well this sucks I just got the v1 2 months ago for my iPhone I didn’t know they had a 2 out. The v2 looks like an backbone. Now can these support ps4/5 Xbox cloud ? I don’t even know how to set it up to work with my Xbox or PlayStation can you make a video to show how it works with PlayStation and Xbox please thank you.

[@techbyleon]

I will! Thanks for the feed back. And don’t worry, The V2 is not available for IOS yet.

[@unbreakableironman]

For PS5, I use PS Play which is a $6 app that is totally worth it. My only gripe is that I don't know if it's the Kishi or my Google Pixel 4a, but when I play MLB the Show, I cannot bat as I do on the console, I am swinging late all the time. I have my PS5 wired and my phone is on 5 ghz. I have V1 Kishi.

[@Cub__]

@@unbreakableironman That's funny, I also have a Pix4a and have been playing D2 with little issues on Stadia. I've had it for two weeks and have been having an absolute blast, it still blows my mind how well it actually works.

[@Brentonius_III]

Really glad I watched this because now I won't be spending the extra money on v2 I like the compact v1 a bit better

[@techbyleon]

If you like the V1, Check this one out. kzbin.info/www/bejne/foGVoJWnj8elo80&ab_channel=THISVSTHAT

[@ElitePortraits]

After 1 year with kishi v1, i open and close this controller with eyes closed, it just happens automatically. Ill stick with this one. They definitely should make v3 with the same phone factor as the v1 but better like for example, be able to collapse the controller and plug in with usbc to a pc and use it also to play pc games.

[@techbyleon]

For me the collapse feature of the V1 was a very small learning curve. Check out the Gamevice flex. it's the same as the Kishi V1 but support cases. kzbin.info/www/bejne/foGVoJWnj8elo80

[@cyber_crypto]

8:07 The v2 thumbsticks are just like the backbone, which are trash for fps or precision.

[@pejaiillahi6254]

V1 and v2 can play same game?? And support same apps??

[@DpadFinder]

Yes, it's all a matter of if the developer of the game has included controller support by default. If not you can use Mantis Pro.

[@patrickgalligan9629]

Do these work with remote play on playstation

[@techbyleon]

Yes.

[@patrickgalligan9629]

@@techbyleon thanks

[@ChawalanK]

I Think That I Love The V1 More, BC You Can Collaps Back In To Be A Smaller Portable Controller, But The Problem Of The V2 Is The Bridge, BC If You Are Putting It In Your Bag Or Maybe If You Accident​ally Sit On It, The Bridge Would Cause A Damage Or Breakout In Half... Ya Those Are My Thoughts, So Maybe Some People Like It, Some People Don't 👍🏼

[@12Kurdt]

Will both fit the S23 Ultra?

[@fahyth821]

That's what I'm wondering

[@youngstyle9080]

Ive had V1 for iPhone and Android. The iPhone version has a better response than the Android

[@HentaiGod-sama]

Do these works over 5G?

[@benjohnston3871]

They don't connect via Bluetooth so as long as you can plug it in then yes

[@GuitarGamerRPG]

I'm currently trying to get one for a low price, thing is: i only find v2 used, and i would prefer the v1 because of portability

[@techbyleon]

Here’s an V1 iOS Xbox version a.co/d/g6RtiaH

[@bouncingseal9651]

V1 is currently 40bucks off on Bestbuy if you haven't bought yet

[@phlr]

Does the V1 fit the iPhone 14 pro?

[@techbyleon]

Have not gotten a chance to test that yet. Will do in the next few days and let you know.

[@DEMONDRAE]

I would say yes kzbin.info/www/bejne/f3rTi6GZe5KHfsU

[@nice7186]

Can Razer Kishi V2 and V1play Honkai Impact 3 and Genshin Impact?

[@techbyleon]

I know Genshin will work. I have not played Honkai with this yet.

[@danialraziqadwa]

The problem with both you can't use cooler

[@sanillustration]

For me V1 like more Xbox controller, the best version, I only need a headphone imput.

[@blissvii]

Does it work with playstation

[@techbyleon]

Yes, they both do because the the PlayStation app makes it possible.

[@golbibulbus5183]

Razer should make a V2 with V1 style buttons and Analog Sticks.

[@maynardud2]

the other issue it that v2 is 60 bucks more. I think for a casual gamer the answer is clear, v 1 for me.

[@techbyleon]

Interestingly, I originally got the V1 because it was on sale compared to all the other model out there that goes for $100.

[@markfrancis81]

Been using the v1 for nearly 2 years, firstly with S21 Ultra and now with S23 Ultra, no rubber inserts and pataka case works brilliantly. Used for Stadia initially until they cancelled it and now XBox Game Pass. So easy to pack away and take with you.

[@techbyleon]

Same here, used it for cyberpunk on stadia for a long time. Now using it for Xbox game pass

[@markfrancis81]

@@techbyleon you mean the only platform that could play cyberpunk at the beginning?? I loved Stadia but the never really marketed it. Still miss it now and think it worked better than Game Pass.

[@techbyleon]

@@markfrancis81 Yes. When everyone was having all sorts of issue with Cyberpunk.

[@matheus_m_88]

Hi friend. Let me ask you... I have a s23 ultra and I order a Kishi V1...here in my country it is not easy to return equipment/device that you open. So, just to be sure... Your S23 fits. But these rubbers are made to be removed?

[@markfrancis81]

@Miglioli yes the rubbers will pull out with some force and the phone will fit but will be a little loose. I use a pitaka case on my phone and this adds just the right amount of thickness to help it feel more secure.

[@Gaetano.94]

No one uses that Xbox One controller anymore. Don't know why you would compare a 10 year old controller vs a 2 year old controller.

[@zZiL341yRj736]

Google Stadia? That died a long time ago.

[@Gaetano.94]

The Fold is the biggest phone Samsung has. I'm loving it with the Kishi V2. Was so sad that Including use it with the V1 but now I'm not:)

[@storefarmer8554]

V1 the best

[@M.A.J.H]

The V1 seems to be better…

[@Zeppelinpuppy]

I like version 1 better

[@bagabundo1015]

This guy tries hard to not sound like he would sound 🤣

[@cannibalgaming1714]

Don't buy kishi it half of it will stop working

[@KamenRiderBlackSun]

V2 has a switch thumb sticks ew…. V1 has better sticks

[@tahzib1451]

V2 had a downgrade on the sticks...those flimsy sticks wont last

[@USAUSAM82]

Razor is garbage. Bought the kishi for my note 10+ because it was advertised as supported...NOPE! Ill never mess with razor again for false advertising. 👎👎👎👎

[@ianbranham4552]

Bro this review is terrible felt like someone just dropped this on your desk and you immediately started the review. A review with the words like "should work" or the sizes are "about the same" on each devices. Your comparing 2 devices and you haven't even played on the v2 yet 5his review is ling and drawn 9u5 and i learned absolutely nothing about the new design that i couldnt see by jus5 looking qt it

[@carlosflores4179]

This is not a review my friend, it's a comparison

[@masterbellamont909]

Great upload. After a lot of wondering I now can finally say I’m going v1 and saving money along with it. V2 looks like another typical Razer cash grab in comparison. The First isn’t broke. We didn’t need Another one Actually I still have one thing I need to find out. I am a bit envious of the Ps5 Themed backbone. They’re boasting the PlayStation backbone can connect directly to the Ps store and stream my ps games. And we all know Razer for the most part is a Microsoft product. Hence they Only show commercials of it being used with the Xbox app. Will I still be able to get it to work if download the PlayStation app?

[@amaninator9985]

I can say with just recently getting a V1, unfortunately it will not directly work with the official PSremote play app, there are work around though, just an unfortunate hurdle to get through.

[@ghosttiee9212]

Backbone is the best