Every Nintendo DS EVER Compared and Reviewed [2021 Edition]

[@TechSummitTV]

Which was your favorite DS model? Would you like to see a video on the portable playstation consoles too? Let me know your thoughts in the comments!

[@n.splays5282]

Yes

[@jahkobej6157]

New 3DS Xl

[@connorbutler9888]

Dsi xl for sure

[@lucamartino5216]

I have the 3ds xl and I still play it

[@ripewatermelonlol]

Fav models are the ds lite and new 2ds xl

[@connerowens8831]

One big point you’re missing on that DSI- having you’re own camera and being able to edit and draw on the pictures yourself and then make them a screensaver or send it to your friends was NEXT LEVEL when it first dropped

[@staringcorgi6475]

The 3ds and wii can do this

[@XxBoxGoober_XDxX]

​@@staringcorgi6475how

[@lazylight6711]

It’s kinda funny how everyone’s first DS breaks really quickly but the second one lasts forever. I got a DS lite for Christmas back in 2009, but it bricked a few days later. I got a DSi shortly after, and it’s lasted to this day with no issues whatsoever.

[@irondragondxd3836]

Same, I had my first one for around a year and I dropped it and it broke in half. The second one I have is 12 years old and it works every bit as well today as it did 12 years ago. It's in perfect condition, aside from a small fracture in the hinge.

[@vicchannel4049]

Same dude. I had a Ds Lite when I was pretty much a baby, I would play on it with my sister and mom, but later it broke and I had to throw it away. Later on 2011 I got a 3DS, which I still have to this day and frequently play on when I feel like having fun

[@xStarz05]

I got my original 3ds in 2014, lasted until 2015, and got a new one in 2016 and its still going strong! (besides a faulty r button which i had to fix by taking it apart and cleaning it)

[@irondragondxd3836]

@@xStarz05 I got the original 3ds on launch and it’s still going strong

[@xStarz05]

@@irondragondxd3836 thats awesome, wish I could say the same lol

[@psychophoenix5437]

Ima be honest og ds looks dated but ds lite looks time less

[@caranook]

The funny thing is, back when it came out, people thought the DS looked futuristic. I was only about six or seven, but one kid in my class got one and I remember everyone was very impressed with the design. It’s funny that now, it looks super dated, when at the time everyone thought it was not just modern, but something out of the future!

[@tronpig]

@@caranook lol it's a cyber Truck DS

[@tronpig]

Honestly agree, the ds lite look like it could've came out next year

[@ben2808]

Jesus Christ loves you.

[@ben2808]

@@caranook Jesus Christ loves you ❤️

[@radiorain5665]

Never had one as a child. Years ago they were selling 2ds for like $60 with a Mario game. I should have jumped on it. I didn't know they would become more expensive. I'm still waiting to find a good deal on one.

[@trohyme]

Same man

[@trohyme]

On my 13th birthday a man listed a 3ds for like $70 and when we met up with him to buy it he told my mom it's 150 now, She said she would get me it if I really wanted it but I had a computer and a mobile at the time so I said to return it to the guy, Some people just don't care 🤷‍♂️

[@ericwindsor339]

At this point they seem to just be climbing but who knows. Having dual screen hardware is just annoying cos it's hard to emulate that as well as the touch screen which keeps the hardware prices high even in the used market

[@Ghostmanetx]

@@trohymeWow that sucks he did that, but that was cool of you to tell your mom to return it since you didn’t really need it. Shows you were raised right. I’m currently on the hunt for a DSi XL

[@uelleu2568]

Found a 2ds xl for $40 🎉🎉🎉🎉 picking it up tomorrow

[@charliewilson9125]

The DS Lite will forever remain amazing

[@Bezeur]

Yep

[@TailwindZ]

My first 3DS was the original 2DS and for the time I absolutely loved it! It's much more comfortable than the other 3DS systems due to being one whole shell instead of half the system holding all the controls. I put so many hours into it and I could never hate it even with the bad screen. But now I have a NEW 2DS XL & I love it so much! Better performance but not as comfortable. I had to buy a grip for it to play comfortably.

[@TS111WASD]

Aesthetically I'd say the 3DS has the best design, especially the shiny aqua blue. Feature-wise and overall, I'd say the New 3DS is the best one because of the better 3D tracking, hardware and extra buttons.

[@Night_Rider83]

Agreed. While the OG 3ds is pretty uncomfortable imo it's super premium feeling.

[@WMB213]

DSi XL looks classy

[@Kurdzo]

We need the Nintendo DS back It should be as powerful as the switch, have longer battery life than the switch, a second circle pad instead of a c stick, a bigger storage And it should keep that timeless design the ds lite had

[@wastyaza]

I agree apart from it being bigger, I think it should try be as small as possible with as much power as possible which could be achieved through the clamp shell design

[@eliserss9179]

Honestly i want that so badly but i think the better route to go is more switch models

[@JPLenzi]

13:25 it was so “disappointing” that they launched the N2dsxl and it was the biggest product on the line.

[@Sor3e]

Exactly

[@sugar.coated.030]

It feels like everyone has that light blue DSi, even I have one! I have a black stylus because I got mine used

[@Random_Nerd42]

Mine is the hot pink one with a black stylus cause I lost the original one as a kiddo lol

[@gianlucajoy8242]

Mine is the dark blue one, was my first console ever!

[@spyy59]

Mine is a maroon XL w/ light purple stylus (got it used today)

[@sara-go9mt]

I had a dark blue dsi xl

[@Night_Rider83]

I have a black one, but I like the metallic ones

[@Spencer965]

I love my ds lite, still very sleek and modern in 2022

[@Bezeur]

Yeah, I have lime green colour

[@_J.B.S._]

14:06 what’s the name of this one? I don’t think you mentioned it. You mentioned it was a redesign but I’m not sure you said which model is it a redesign of.

[@jaynuh]

new 3ds

[@Its-a-trap13]

it the new 3ds and it redesign of og 3ds

[@nathanr25]

honestly i wish the dsi xl had the gameboy slot because there wouldve been room

[@Ghostmanetx]

Yea and the only way to play gameboy games is to mod it. If it did have a slot it would’ve been way better. I’m trying to look for a DSi XL used since the last time I had a ds was the dsi lite when I was 8, which was nearly 15 years ago.

[@mannoxv8500]

Bro went from not being able to afford a DS to owning all of them, much respect and love bro❤️👊🏽

[@CooleenBooks]

I found my Nintendo DS Lite but the top was defected since I accidentally slept on it when I was younger. I bought a Nintendo 3DS XL second hand and I definitely find it more comfortable to hold and love the bigger screen.

[@stan.truetopsoul]

How was the 2ds the most uncomfortable? Don't u know how to hold it? The 2ds is the easiest jump into and play and it's very comfortable after hours of play, yes it's a compromise but for the price, usually $80 you get a lot and if u get the chance to homebrew it, it's a beast. I respect your opinion but you should give it a chance.

[@egon3705]

i do like having big meaty triggers instead of tiny ones that can't withstand mario kart ds

[@JBoogeth]

What’s wild is the OG 2DS doorstop is by far the comfiest

[@shianemi7595]

i had a dsi xl and ive had the old 3ds xl model for as long as i can remember

[@trumanbuller8256]

Man I’m going crazy trying to decide between new 3DS xl and new 2ds xl. I was going for the new 2ds xl cause I don’t like the 3d, but I heard it’s a little less comfortable and the speakers are kinda bad. (Btw idc about the IPS screens) pls someone reply what you think

[@unique-ok5in]

Yo I just saw this but I like 2ds xl cause you can play ds and 3ds and it can fold very comfortable

[@trumanbuller8256]

@@unique-ok5in thanks

[@ripewatermelonlol]

Idk if you purchased one of the models yet but I personally find the 2ds xl much more comfortable and playable since it’s lighter and a little more rounded than the new 3ds xl, also idk if it was only my model but my new 3ds xl had terrible squishy face buttons which made the clicky buttons on my 2ds xl much better to use.

[@TS111WASD]

The 3D is what gives the 3DS its unique charm but if you've already tried it and didn't like it, then the 2DS XL is probably better for you.

[@trumanbuller8256]

@@TS111WASD haha I decided to not buy one after all but thanks for your reply!

[@Random_Nerd42]

What if Nintendo combined all of the features from the DS-NN2DSXL and made an ultimate DS. One that had all the benefits and uniqueness from each counsel combined into one. Maybe even a little bigger than the XLs but with the original stylus (a lot of ppl hate the smaller 2ds stylus) with streetpass, pictochat, camera, etc. That would be epic 😎

[@Scribblebob9990]

What if they also did ds lite+dsi+3ds and able to play all gb and gba games

[@trohyme]

They are never going to do this though, it'll kill the sales and diversity of other models for new buyers.

[@alexgamez1872]

You know what we do need ? A gba classic console

[@asdfj2805]

@@Scribblebob9990 Nintendo only does backward compatible with a recent console and not a console from 22 years ago

[@iamboringlol1]

The 4ds

[@nate7892]

is a nintendo dsi for 55 bucks a good deal?

[@RandomAIpaca]

Can the 2ds play ds games

[@loudspeakertestsmorebyaida3804]

I’m never giving my “New” Nintendo 3DS XL away. I haven’t used it since 2019, but I plan on using again when I have time. These are already expensive.

[@DogeUSA]

Can you play DS games on 3DS? Like Pokemon HeartGold?

[@saturnsixtyfour]

yeah, the 3ds is backwards compatible with every ds game.

[@TheJaxJams]

If Nintendo made a 4ds, would you buy it?

[@ChicagoMel23]

The sd card move may have been an attempt to deter modders but it didn’t work

[@dwightdixon8508]

I love the look, feel & buttons of the DSi but it’s the odd duck as it’s the first with the online digital store which was pretty cool at the time but they eliminated the GBA ability. The lite is fondly remembered but it’s worth noting the original white ones have an issue with the hinge would crack even when gently used, like one day you would see a crack. The 3D on the 3DS even tho gimmicky at times is such a wonderful experience add to the fact that the eShop is incredible. The original 2DS in my opinion is the most comfortable to play on and I use it the most. The updates 2DS has a built in “non-user replaceable battery”, Nintendo doesn’t even sell a replacement battery! But it’s the NEW 3DS XL is my favorite regardless of it being too large and uncomfortable to play on.

[@Ghostmanetx]

Fortunately you can mod your Dsi and play gameboy games now

[@MrPoeGhost]

I love the 2DS, it just fits perfectly in my hands.

[@Adam1llion]

I still remember getting the original Nintendo DS. It was the red Mario kart one. No one I knew had that edition and I loved it.

[@helenaiedema49]

I have a "new nintendo 3ds" and sometimes my ds is scrolling to the menu by itself and then the buttons also don't work. Anyone know what this is and how to fix it?

[@dumdubbs2427]

Someone with big hands here: the 2DS has my favorite form factor. It all depends on how big your hands are. I tried playing Monster Hunter on a 3DS clam-shell: hated it, super uncomfortable, heavy, and scrunched. The 2DS, while I didn't originally like how it looked, fixed the issue. It also doesn't feel cheaply made to me, but I liked how inexpensive it was at the time, coming with OOT game.

[@n.splays5282]

Fantastic video i love the latest one

[@TechSummitTV]

I agree! I love it.

[@kingwhatzitbro6933]

Which one has a better screen as in bigger screen

[@Mystixor]

It has been almost a decade since I last held an original 2DS, but it's still interesting to me you pointed this one out to be so uncomfortable to hold. Many people call it quite the opposite ^^

[@ersugodesalvini1852]

U are crazy

[@ashleeramey]

I'm thinking about getting a Ds lite to play my pokemon games and my GBA games in order to transfer pokemon. Does the charger for the 3ds work for the ds lite?

[@johnny_b14]

So I want to buy one but I’m not sure I understand the very last one you showed would you be able to play the original DS games and 3DS and game boy? This is for the 2DS XL

[@Wineoclockbookworm]

The new 2dsxl will play all ds games and all 3ds games, including the games that require a faster processor. It doesn't have a slot for physical Gameboy games but many gb games are available from the eshop. If you want to go that route, though, do it soon before they close the eshop down

[@egon3705]

@@Wineoclockbookworm don't panic, the hshop exists and you can even play whatever gba games you want thanks to gbarunner2

[@andreaskeltwolfe6176]

I remember using pictochat to talk to my neighbour across the street when i was a kit

[@felipe9187]

it's so nice to see all of them in a video! a few months ago i bought an old 3ds for my birthday and it's been really fun so far :3 i do kind of regret not buying an xl / new xl solely because of the ridiculously tiny screen when playing gba and ds games on pixel perfect mode lol but i'm planning to buy a dsi xl next year :]

[@coronacreator2856]

The (NEW) 2DS XL was released in 2017.

[@gferrol118]

I still enjoy how the main selling point of the 3DS was obvious the 3D, but yet that was the worst part of it

[@TS111WASD]

It was the main selling point and it was very successful so how was it the worst part? It upgraded the graphics of every 3ds game by literally making them 3d. Idk whats bad about better immersion, you can just turn it off if you dont like it.

[@gferrol118]

@@TS111WASD because it hurts your eyes if you have it on for more than a couple of seconds, and you have to be directly infront of the 3ds for it to work properly

[@TS111WASD]

@@gferrol118 No it doesnt, its more like a couple of hours which is the same strain you'd get staring at any screen that close. With the new 3DS the 3DS works at any angle. Also, Im not trying to sound like a fanboy or anything lol, I just really like the 3D effect, it amazed me as a kid when I first saw it in a shop and no other console has ever done it.

[@zewacker]

@@gferrol118 you just have a personal problem if it hurts your eyes only after a few seconds.

[@jonathanarbelo8351]

How’s it going bro! Can you please reach out and help we with an issue man. I can’t connect my PS4 controller to my PC. I strictly play Modern Warfare. I would use Input Mapper and never had an issue. But they did an update and now I’m stuck without any way of connecting my controller. DS4 is super confusing and I’ve tried it so many times. Nothing seems to work.

[@TechSummitTV]

Are you trying to connect it wired or wirelessly? You may need to reset your controller and try reconnecting it to your PC again.

[@jonathanarbelo8351]

@@TechSummitTV I always play wireless. I’ve never had an issue up until they updated InputMapper. Which is what I used to connect my PS4 controller. I tried DS4 but it’s complicated. I’m not sure what to do anymore

[@jonathanarbelo8351]

@@TechSummitTV I’m just going to buy a Scuf Controller & call it a day. Simply so that i can just plug it in and play. I don’t want to have to go through these programs and go through my settings just to connect my regular PS4 controller. Hopefully with a Scuf. It’s be a plug and play kind of thing.

[@TS111WASD]

With input mapper I just plug in the ps4 usb cable into my laptop and connect it that way. Wireless never worked for me.

[@SolarBeamGleam]

Could anyone tell me which is bigger, a Nintendo DSi or a new Nintendo 3ds (one with the different faceplates)?

[@quackkuryu4680]

new 3ds bigger

[@Night_Rider83]

New 3DS.

[@CharlesBluTheXPicturesInc]

The Original DS Was Released 2 Weeks After The Original Incredibles Movie Was Released!

[@joeybonavita2739]

I actually liked the New Nintendo 3DS Xl from 2015. Mine is a Super Mario 3D land edition which was preloaded. I liked the New…versions better cause they actually came preloaded with a game and my sister liked them cause she realized first day with hers and mine actually that you could switch out the cover pieces

[@Mullaihaute]

there are a model called dsi ml too

[@ahlbiurgaid61]

What kind of skin is that in your og 3ds?

[@Bigjets.4573]

Where do you buy these

[@flamingtanksquad7199]

ebay

[@legianavii7725]

I remember wanting to buy a gameboy advanced sp back when i was a kid at a store but my dad can't afford it instead he bought me a tetris gamebox 😂 which almost copy the design of the gameboy. Thinkin about it now I really appreciate how my dad tried to find ways to make me happy even tho we were poor at the time. Although I missed what all the children during my age was playing (I was really jealous back then) several years later my dad actually been saving some money to buy me a handheld console which is the psp. My point is appreciate your parents, they will always try to make us happy. Now I have my own money and just bought the nintendo ds lite to treat my inner child 😂

[@Ghostmanetx]

The DSi XL looks like the best version and I’m currently on the hunt to buy a used one.

[@hugh_rafferty_]

I can’t think if I should get a ds, ds lite or a dsi! Please help

[@Ghostmanetx]

I’m gonna get the DSi XL. Most games I’m gonna play are for DS because I already have a Gameboy Advance SP, but even then if I didn’t have it, you could always mod the DSi to play both.

[@infinidominion]

Ds lite for the GBA slot

[@detectiveduck1577]

My first ds is actually a 3ds my dad got for me i never knew how lucky i was back then because of how insanely hard it was to get

[@cofeerock]

6:41 anyone know that game?

[@zacharystiebel4127]

That’s what I’m wondering

[@Wineoclockbookworm]

I know that this video was a year ago but I still wanted to comment. I currently have a ds, 3ds, 2ds, n3dsxl, and a n2dsxl. (I also own a switch and switch lite. I have a collecting problem 🙃) I play the n3dsxl almost every day however I don't know why since the n2dsxl is so much more comfortable. They are both my favorite systems to this day 💗. I really enjoyed your comparison video. It was spot on!

[@CharlesBluTheXPicturesInc]

The 2DS XL Was Actually Made In Mid-2017!

[@Tcgkirby]

3DS xl was top tier tbh. Just bought another one

[@Faizu777]

I just got the old 3ds XL in white for $75 In amazing condition on fb and nodded it ofc Idk why people hate the og 3ds XL lol it’s amazing

[@liamsmith1371]

I still play the lite

[@liamsmith1371]

What about the new Nintendo 2ds?

[@RealAshPlaysGames]

That’s just the normal 2ds xl

[@mcstompwaffle]

Are you going to review the new Xbox wireless headset when it comes out?

[@ivan_bojorquez]

i feel like if nintendo brought back the ds ( i honestly dont know which one) they would get higher sales same with the og wii

[@NeoJukes]

Bro I had the og and the regular ds my regular ds broke but I found a og one cheep somewhere and got it as a kid

[@skyshunts]

My grandma gave me the first Ds in the video and it has nintendogs stickers on it but doesn’t have nintendogs game. I’m trying to mod my 3ds this week. I’m thinking of getting nintendogs for my 3ds and the game for the ds she gave me

[@LambdaMiscellaneous]

"I forced a mini USB into it and it worked fine." No, no it didn't.

[@Plushpup-hf2ng]

tbh my sisters old Nintendo DS Lite Handheld battery got drowned and mine is hanging off a twig but the prices are annoying for another battery. Can't remember the models but my father owns some pretty old first version non ds Gameboys where so nice until the batteries exploded, kinda sucks they all got ruined even one of the first few color Gameboys. Always will be weird thinking about how my Nintendo DS Lite had small games and no camera probably before the next design.

[@VashVenus]

Honestly the best ds is probably the og 2ds, it’s super comfortable and has the best buttons of any console.

[@VashVenus]

@@Faizu777 the switch lite had that too

[@SalaciaYT]

It would be interesting to see you play tetris ds on all ten of these consoles through multiplayer

[@ngantnier]

Looks like your new 3ds has the TN upper diaplay with the nicer IPS for the touchscreen. While your new 3DS xl has the dual IPS...lucky. My new 3ds xl seems to have the IPS upper if any. Upper definitely looks better than lower anyhow.

[@the_bassiah]

dude I randomly stumbled upon that exact white and orange new 2ds you have in this video on ebay today hahaha

[@pogo3751]

I grew up with the 2DS, the screen looked fine to me, and it is comfortable for me.

[@simplyelwin]

finally got my 3ds XL yesterday :)

[@elijah7173]

new 3ds xl?

[@simplyelwin]

@@elijah7173 yup definitely New 3DS XL. Used of course lol

[@elijah7173]

@@simplyelwin no i mean the "new" 3ds xl the 2015 one

[@elijah7173]

@@simplyelwin and new not that expensive

[@shianemi7595]

i got the old 3ds XL model i think

[@magoraz0]

5:52 that picture scared the fuck out of me fr

[@RealAshPlaysGames]

Remember when Nintendo Lite devices were actually upgrades?

[@ariwiththestars]

The dslite truly was THEE ds of ds’s. None of them compared to the lite.

[@tronpig]

I want to like the video but it's at 420 rn Edit: atleast 25 more people watched your video within the past 5 days

[@eldando7659]

I think the DSi and 3DS are the best options for present time. They seem to be the most complete and with less problems (and the ones I had 😂)

[@SnakebitSTI]

The New 3DS (XL) or 2DS XL are better than the 3DS thanks to better battery life. The N3DS also has much more usable 3D than the 3DS. And they should have a bit less slowdown than a 3DS.

[@TheNGVirusYT]

Tech Summit try not to say 'per se' for 1 minute challenge (impossible)

[@conkerclub]

i recently bought a 2ds. I would have rathered a new 3ds but the 2ds was about half the price of a normal 3ds

[@useless1]

2ds my favourite but i would love it if it had bigger screens

[@largegrape]

The 2ds got so much bashing here :( It's such a great design to me

[@BillRalens]

bought a dsi LL new off amazon in 2017. Japan is funny how they carry systems on--switch was already out then--but new dsi were a steal. I remember seeing new super famicoms on amazon as late as 2008. The dsi did loose the the gameboy support but the sd card is proving really useful these days because of the rom scene and things like twilight menu.

[@quackkuryu4680]

I have the DSi and the new 3DS Super Mario edition.

[@Egg.93]

4:12

[@joshrasco6300]

every. single. one. bro i envy u

[@TechSummitTV]

Haha, no need!

[@yomarramos6310]

My 2ds is as my grandmas and she will send it to deliver to me after such a long time….i had that sds since i was 5 YEARS OLD such good memories and i still have the pictures that i will see again once it arrives to me on friday i will look back at all of those pictrues i took when i was young and play all the 4 games i used to play SUCH GOOD MEMORIES. (One of the pictures is my butt,dont ask why i took a picture of my butt cause i was 5 ok)

[@eddiedevereoxford4995]

The 2DS has by far the best feel

[@shianemi7595]

i have the old 3ds xl. and i’m not bashing anyone who has one obviously it doesn’t matter lmao but the 2ds looks so weird to me lmao

[@kotor1357]

Wait until is goes viral...I hope

[@thatkidnappedkid3414]

HEY as someone who grew up with the 2ds ITS A GOOD CONSOLE it’s comfier to hold than a couple of the others was a good price comprise didn’t have a gimmick I still have my 2ds and I still love it

[@AuthenticKale]

BRUHH THE 3D EFFECT IS SUPPOSED TO BE USED WITH 3D GLASSES-

[@Kurdzo]

No tf it isn’t It’s meant to be used without them

[@AuthenticKale]

@@Kurdzo 3 months ago i was stupid

[@Kurdzo]

@@AuthenticKale oh ok lol

[@pogo3751]

I have a blue dsi

[@QueenViolet8]

I wish that Nintendo would release a console that you could play your DS and 3DS games on your TV 😮 still playing my 3ds ohh 😲 the backlog ‼️

[@workinprogress8978]

No way to easily play 3ds games on the tv yet, but if you're willing to do a bit of work, the wii u can play ds games on the TV amazingly

[@Egg.93]

at 5:3434 he was sus

[@elvee.scary.shorts]

I only wanted a ds over a 3ds because I HATE the glossy shit

[@locadoradaraimundinha2024]

Great Vídeo!

[@Cpopcj]

I love my 3ds because is pocket friendly than 2ds

[@tipsy634]

These consoles are all great but you really shouldve wiped them clean before filming this video

[@Ali-xo2de]

I only had the DSi soo

[@Ali-xo2de]

I will continue to love it and think it's the best since i loved tsking pictures

[@Tuxum]

I'm getting my old DSi from my sister today and I'm really excited. I used to LOVE editing photos on it and when I got my 3DS I couldn't help but notice the lack of editing features and it kinda sucked

[@flamingtanksquad7199]

The 2ds is good

[@dannybz7421]

My girl just gave me her moms friends old ds lite. It’s the Zelda triforce one and I’m soooo hyped. It’s so nostalgic throwing in phantom hourglass and playing it. I’m also getting back into Pokémon, and I’m so mad I sold my 2ds pokeball edition. My boy sold me his smash bros edition 3ds and it’s so dope. He also threw me Pokémon white, alpha sapphire and some classics as well

[@josephtafur]

The best models DS lite New 3DS XL