Nintendo Switch Split Pad Pro PRO

[@Mischieff3k]

I LOVE how the gaming channels are work together and keep it friendly, it's refreshing. They understand we want more than one source of info, and there's room for everyone.

[@Jetstreme]

I love the light around the analog stick

[@one-up7498]

Dude look it’s a terratuber

[@aidanw8015]

Hey Jet

[@thot7452]

I love wasting battery too 🥰

[@TheRealCodyCola]

@@thot7452 i was going to fight you on that but then I realized you are correct and I would look like a dush

[@thot7452]

@@TheRealCodyCola sure buddy

[@JoeNayDoh]

Honestly I just love the fact that the binbok joycons are flush with the screen and doesn't have the weird divot the split pad pro creates. Purely esthetics I know but when you are staring at something for hours that's a big deal

[@theST1NG]

Also, the Binboks don't look nearly as wide when connected to the system. Big plus for me.

[@vayeate23]

Not many people mention it, but a big negative to the Hori pad is the piece on the back which blocks the use of any sort of case (even Hori's own cases) to be on the Switch. That is a huge oversight and looks like the Bin Bok fixed that

[@FlamesOverdrive]

A year late, but the bumpers on the back are meant to hold up your switch so it doesn't get any buttons pressed when setting it down

[@pneuma6421]

No rumble and gyro really kills the SPP for me. Love the ergonomics and i still use them i just wish they added those two features and they would be perfect!

[@chip_plus_plus]

so the Pro PRO? dang this is slowly becoming a phone name.

[@m00M0om4N]

@@ShivKumar-jq3fm lol

[@tina-po4dx]

You forgot the 5G

[@SonicGamerLord]

@@ShivKumar-jq3fm & Knuckles

[@malikmalikmalikmalikma]

@@SonicGamerLord Featuring Dante from the devil may cry series

[@PercyPineda0123456789]

@@malikmalikmalikmalikma Deluxe

[@superhecflores7785]

I love those Joy con alternatives that has an LED Ring on the joysticks

[@connors.8618]

Nintendo wouldn’t do this because it would cannibalize joy-con sales, but I always though that the Pro Controller should split in half and slide into the switch like the joy-con. The regular joy-con could still exist alongside this option because the obvious portability factor

[@Long1Shot]

If they make this, they would make it more expensive than the regular joycons and therefore wouldn't ruin joycon sales.

[@redcrimson1028]

That would be cool

[@godfreyyu8132]

This was what I was looking for when the splitpad pro came out, a wireless one with gyro. Thought Hori would release their own 2.0 version but I guess this works too.

[@Nintendo_Wolf]

They need to restock NOW! (Binbok)

[@danbooke2001]

Binbok restock!

[@Sentarry]

Rebok Binstock!!

[@noahcanuel]

@@Sentarry binbok sterock

[@gabint470]

I'm really interested what's the price.

[@christophersavignon4191]

No joke, There doesn't seem to be a single unit available in all of retail. Not even on Amazon, although I'd not buy there anyway...

[@bobtista88]

I got these right before everyone started reviewing these and they are amazing, but for me weakest part is the dpad.

[@rusty8311]

Did you have a hori split pad pro? I have a pair but not sure if I should swap

[@theST1NG]

@@rusty8311 Go ahead and swap. I also took the plunge on a Binbok set before all these reviews dropped, and I'm loving it so far. So much so, in fact, that I ended up selling my Split Pad Pro because I just didn't see myself using it again after getting this set. Honestly, I'm kind of confused that Kevin prefers the Split Pad over these, even considering his explanation. I find the Binbok grips to be much more substantial and comfortable, and having rumble along with that comfort is great. The RGB lights are just the cherry on top, not to mention the other features like wireless play and gyro.

[@rusty8311]

@@theST1NG Thank you for your insight! Design alone makes me tempted, but since these actually are just like joycons, which is what I always wanted and never understood why we didn’t have it already, I’m going to try to pick up a pair. Mine will mostly be used in handheld. If I may ask, what are your thoughts on the d pad or clicking of the buttons? That seems to be a complaint from other people. I don’t think I will care about either of these - since I don’t pay attention to clicking and I don’t mash the buttons anyway, and I rarely use the d pad for my games - but it would be nice to hear your opinion on that regardless.

[@theST1NG]

@@rusty8311 The d-pad isn't the best, but I already have an 8bitdo SN30 Pro+ to take care of my precision d-pad gaming needs. That said, it works more than well enough for most types of games. Definitely won't be using it for 2D fighters any time soon, but I also haven't removed the stickers that are under the d-pad. So I don't know if that makes a big difference. Thankfully, the rest of the buttons work and feel great to me. Like Kevin said in the video, they don't feel too dissimilar to how the buttons on the Split Pad Pro feel; not clicky, but not too mushy either. It feels really good to me, not too far off from the Pro Controller in fact. The only real downside is the subpar battery life when detached. However, if you're planning to use these mostly for handheld mode, battery life becomes a non-issue since they charge off the Switch. You sound like you're looking to get the same kind of functionality out of your Joy-Con replacements as I was, so I think you'll be very satisfied with these based on what you've said.

[@rusty8311]

@@theST1NG Yes, thank you, I already expected I would like them, but hearing it from someone who already has them is reassuring. Now I just have to wait until it restocks, ugh lol. I wonder if the company will notice that the sticker makes the d-pad worse and they’ll remove it? Because it would cut cost per remote and make players happier.

[@iKingOf]

"The regular switch joy-cons are fine." NO, no they aren't. The whole reason I am here watching this video about another product is because of how NOT fine they are.

[@NonsensicalSpudz]

crampy, no grip whatsoever, even in handheld its just over to much weight so you can't really comfortably hold it. there is zero comfort thought with joy-cons. and that stick drift that has not be fixed

[@The_Dominated]

you ppl get over it :) get a life

[@iKingOf]

@@The_Dominated why the need for hostility? what's wrong? You doing alright bud?

[@mjc0961]

I don't think I've ever heard a more inaccurate statement in my life than "The regular switch joy-cons are fine."

[@NonsensicalSpudz]

@@mjc0961 totally fine nothing wrong "character slowly rotating around"

[@IsekaiApostle]

If only the hori had rumble, I’d be sold then.

[@chibidangames]

The only takeaway for me is that it's unlicensed, there's always a chance that a system update could render the controller unusable, unless it has updatable frimware.

[@whatdidyoujustcallme6242]

it does have updatable firmware

[@roachies4242]

@@whatdidyoujustcallme6242 really?

[@whatdidyoujustcallme6242]

@@roachies4242 yeah I read the Manuel it came with

[@mcsassy3]

@@roachies4242 according to the manual, you could update the controllers via PC

[@DAN_CLERGYMAN]

Yoo stuffwell

[@toontales2479]

I just noticed that this channel doesn’t even have 1 mill subs...how it’s such good quality. He deserves more that 1 mill U should definitely subscribe to give this channel what it deserves

[@chankabizarrenetworkdeluxe1984]

:/

[@benblack7330]

Definitely quality videos but a but too niche of a target audience is probably whats holding back his subscriber count. But im no expert

[@toontales2479]

@@benblack7330 that can’t be the reason because there are plenty of channels that have 1 mill subs that talk about the same stuff in their videos

[@derealratos6332]

cuz ppl like me watch his videos n dont realize we're not even subscribed

[@Brandon0159]

@@toontales2479 nah he’s right I like him but he only talks about switch stuff I’d like it if he did all 3 consoles equally.

[@AtomicSuperMe]

But is there a Pro split pad pro Pro for the rumored switch Pro and switch lite pro?

[@Pixel_Perfecto]

My brain...

[@skipbrainless7527]

I love my hori, for the price it’s a huge upgrade from the “stock” ones lol. Although I always find myself forgetting that rumble is a thing on the switch since hori doesn’t have that, but the Pokémon split pad pro is easily my all time favorite controller ever

[@NintenPizza]

Can you use the Hori's when playing docked, detached in each hand? The regular joy-cons have terrible ergonimics, cheap tiny buttons, crappy analog sticks and they positioned the right analog stick directly below the B,A,X&Y buttons. The only reemable quality is the HD rumble, the fact that you can use them detached and uh, the fun neon colors! :P

[@TornaitSuperBird]

@@NintenPizza The Hori Split Pad is geared almost exclusively for handheld play. Don't think you can use them undocked.

[@pneuma6421]

@@NintenPizza you can only use them when connected onto the switch, sadly you cannot use them as a regular joycon

[@SuperBulldogWarrior]

My partner and I both got the Binbok ones and we absolutely love them. Super good for handheld mode and they also double as an additional controller. Absolutely worth it.

[@Raidraptor_-_Ultimate_Falcon]

How are your shoulder buttons holding out? I’ve heard that they get problematic over time. Asking because I want a pair myself.

[@WavyVaporizers]

How do the thumbsticks accuracy compare to let's say a pro controller? Are the binbok thumbsticks aiming precise as a pro controller or is the precision as terrible as the joycon thumbstick precision??? (Not speaking about thumbstick drift at all)

[@Wallaceps3]

Is it still good? Been looking to buy it but most people says it's horrible because of the extreme rumble and bad deadzone of the sticks

[@angelmarquez6000]

I'm going with the Binbok because they are wireless, bigger, and the rgb lights. Thanks for the info.

[@Wallaceps3]

Have you bought it? Is it this good?

[@aalim-kn6lq]

check if you messed something up while opening up the left joycon... this might have been what caused it to stop charging through the switch

[@redcrimson1028]

Kenson, you're not giving the split pad pro dpad the respect it deserves, its actually one of the best dpad for the switch

[@jimmysocks9371]

that's what im torn on. the bonki is good with rumble and wireless use but man I definitely want a good d-pad

[@Cormano980]

Drifting like hell , definitely regret buying

[@redcrimson1028]

Agreed. I think they are the best joycons and have a flawless dpad. The dpad on Binbok is a major fail

[@trafficcone7344]

The main reason I’m considering the binboks over hori is the motion controls. I play a lot of BotW rely on the motion controls to aim the bow.

[@stk42]

splatoon players prob like these

[@hajilee4539]

As someone who loves motion controls to death, I actually don't mind aiming in BotW with the SPP. The sticks are sooo large aiming is a lot easier than you think. I still would rather motion controls though.

[@hajilee4539]

@@OliverKane3582 It would be really cool if things like the split pad pro could tap into that gyro. I'm sure it's not as accurate but it would be really cool nonetheless.

[@hbmcx519]

I legit got joycons drift on my 5 month old controller and just found these two weeks ago online and was about to order them soon haha. I'm glad you reviewed them because now I'm definitely buying them with no hesitation

[@alinepiroutek8932]

Gyro AND rumble? Ow god, this looks awesome. Take notes Hori. Take notes.

[@IvanTube0]

fr, completely failed with the left joycon with d pad too, no wireless, gyro, rumble

[@alinepiroutek8932]

@@IvanTube0 I won't buy this thing just because the dpad looks terrible to use. One should take notes from its competitor to make the ultimate gamepad.

[@sagichdirdochnicht4653]

@@alinepiroutek8932 That's exactly my issue. If that D-Pad was any good, I'd get those things without thinking twice about. The price is right unlike Horis options and it looks pretty comfortable, in any case way more comfortable then original Joycons. But that D-Pad really is a shame, because I play 2D titles quite a lot. Well, guess I'm having to rely on my 8bitdo pad and a Kickstand in the future as well.

[@sn8wball]

@@alinepiroutek8932 tbh I never use a dpad even when playing 2d games, it just feels in such an uncomfortable position so it doesn’t bother me in the slightest lol

[@Pheicou]

I have a feeling officially licensed third parties are not allowed to add rumble to their controllers so they don’t end up confusing customers with all that HD Rumble thing.

[@user-Pulse1147]

Amazon Link to the Binboks: Item Currently Unavailable "Oh ;-;"

[@keyfour356gaming4]

i think its available now. im thinking of ordering one actually

[@fraydizs7302]

@@keyfour356gaming4 its unavailable again lol

[@keyfour356gaming4]

@Fraydizs i belive so😂 thankfully i got mine in the mail

[@Nomi07]

imagine if binboc and Shank Mods teamed up and made gamecube controller themed ones :O

[@okanut]

I love my Split Pad Pro, so I'll be checking these out! Thanks!

[@burgerboy3461]

3rd party joy cons with rumble, I need this!

[@alinepiroutek8932]

AND Gyro

[@shippernessity]

Very on point in the end part of the vid, for people who already have both Hori Split Pad and Pro Controller, they'll tend to use them for its niche, but with people want to have 2 in 1 controller that can serve you handheld mode and Pro Con mode, Binbok RGB Joy Con is one of the best options, though it really ends up on whatever is your preference.

[@BrenX1]

I think this is a good option for people who cannot upgrade to the better red box switch The hori pad does draw power from switch, so with my old switch, I probably get like 2-3 hours with smash This could increase the hours with binbok pad

[@hajilee4539]

I don't understand how your Split Pad pro can draw more power when the other one has motion controls, rumble, and RGB. I get increased battery life when I use my split pad pro because it's not using those features. (Could just be me being dumb though)

[@shamallama2146]

@@hajilee4539 it’s because the binbok has its own battery so it will draw power from that too, not just the switch

[@gp8268]

As a Splatoon player, high quality gyro in a controller is ESSENTIAL for me. Definitely gonna check this one out!

[@leonardode-pinchy3234]

I don’t know, but I love my hori split pads. I play it more like that than with my joycons

[@alex12mg25]

Same i think we should get the other ones when the split pad pro stops working or something

[@leonardode-pinchy3234]

@@alex12mg25 I agree

[@Deathsight580]

Watched your video, went out and got the Hori Split Pad Pro. Best decision!

[@thejokerstyle100]

Props to other good channels gets thumbs up from me!

[@joshuagenesiscalayan]

Binbok's wireless feature doesn't really matter if you bought yourself a pro controller. That's how i roll with my split pro. It doesn't take any power from the switch as well. If im low on battery i just dock it with the split pad pro and use my pro controller instead.

[@deiradinn]

Split Pad Pro has been the best for me absolutely. If I wanna play with a controller on the TV I have a Pro controller but I like the Split Pad Pro better for handheld.

[@Raidraptor_-_Ultimate_Falcon]

How are your shoulder buttons holding out? I’ve heard that they get problematic over time. Asking because I want a pair myself.

[@deiradinn]

@@Raidraptor_-_Ultimate_Falcon for me I haven't had any issues at all but I'm not aggressive with my stuff either.

[@Raidraptor_-_Ultimate_Falcon]

@@deiradinn Thanks for the info 👍

[@deiradinn]

@@Raidraptor_-_Ultimate_Falcon absolutely, hope you like em if you get em.

[@iampoch01]

thanks for this. the d-pad issue is a deal-breaker for me. looks like i'd still go for the hori.

[@Robbie_221B]

Unrelated question: Where’d you get that Ahsoka beanie 👀

[@ragnarocknroll9445]

Mine is coming tomorrow. Soo glad I was able to purchase. Only 7 were left.

[@theST1NG]

I bought my set before all these reviews dropped, and at the time, I was kind of annoyed because I didn't know if these were legit or not. Now, I'm glad I bought them before they sold out. Lol

[@tidalphoenix2498]

Amazing Video, I have heard that Hori has released newly updated controllers fixing many of the problems by KZbin, one of those problems some say is it being too big so they released a slimmer version, could u do a review on that one comparing it to the normal binbok joycons.

[@cabledude79]

You are a stand up guy giving props to other channels that I actually follow as well. I have a huge level of respect for that and value your channel for that and the content. Keep up the amazing work.

[@MrNiek-kk3ik]

It would have been perfect if you could map the backbutton on the left side to for exemple one of the face buttons (on the right side). It’s a shame they don’t have that otherwise I would have bought them.

[@bland9876]

He said you could use the button remapping tool in the switch so just make the d-pad or some other unused button the button you want and then map it to the back of the controller. 1. I have not tested this and 2. You do have to have an unused button but that's as close as I can think of

[@MrNiek-kk3ik]

@@bland9876 Wow that’s actually realy smart. In games like fortnite were you don’t use the depad that often, I could map my jump button to my debat (through switch software) and then use it on my left backbutton.

[@thephantombooger]

I love these JoyCons. I got them with a 256GB micro sd card to play the DMC games, Rocket League, Hyrule Warriors, etc.. I wish they made the DPad better, because I love games like Tetris 99.

[@christianrafaela2482]

These Nintendo channels need more subs these guys are literally teachers

[@toast99bubbles]

My main factor against buying the HORI ones are that they're only compatible with the standard Switch in handheld, and I would want to be able to use them with both my standard Switch and my Switch Lite (for tabletop on the latter when out somewhere (when there isn't a pandemic)).

[@LaSoldier505]

Sounds like u should get the Binbok ones then.

[@toast99bubbles]

@@LaSoldier505 Yeah, that's what I'm thinking. They're just not available for purchase right now though.

[@aperuvianboy]

I love how it isn't even available on amazon already

[@theST1NG]

Lots of exposure, not enough supply.

[@aperuvianboy]

@@theST1NG yeah, makes sense

[@k1lcone]

Man. I am 40 years old and i watch some dud probably over 30 explaining for some joycons. There is verry different times now 😂

[@twinscrossing968]

Have you heard of the STOGA joycons? I think they’re cute since they’re animal crossing themed but I don’t know how well they actually function.

[@thesaucylorax]

Gyro controls aren't a "special feature" they are required for multiple games

[@89martint]

Is there any difference on the gyro control compared to regular joycons or pro controller? Im a big fan of motion aiming, and dont want something that is less responsive or not as good original nintendo products.

[@emanueleperagallo9864]

Got a pair of third party joycons gifted to me by a friend on Xmas, it's just joycons with a handle making them more comfortable but they're not larger. But they do charge with the switch, have the rumble, gyro and everything.

[@BoogieArt]

Always got cool Beenie on!

[@AWDTH1111]

So weird about the "energy" part because I noticed these floating around on amazon earlier this week and it was before I even knew about them from any video. Just noticing these are a thing now.

[@chriskim5535]

More features + cheaper = binbok by a pretty big margin

[@ChiruKobra]

Hmm... interesting thing about the D-pad. I got a binbok controller and opened the D-pad side... and found no such stickers anywhere. And I bought mine soon after Spawnwave's video so there wasn't any feasible way the makers could've gone back to make a new batch without them so... I guess it's a difference in manufacturing.

[@DClairRobinson]

"tHe ReGuLaR SwiTcH jOyCoNS aRe FiNe..."

[@adityachandrapradeepnair2920]

NoOoOoOoO

[@jeffthegamerboy3476]

They are fine for me.

[@adityachandrapradeepnair2920]

@@jeffthegamerboy3476 my drift is so bad that when I pull the joystick left my character goes right. No cap

[@jeffthegamerboy3476]

@@adityachandrapradeepnair2920, yeah. Joycon drift is a big issue but surprisingly, there's no drift on mine that came in the box. Its been 1.5 years. I am usually very unlucky but not this time lol.

[@MrNoobNub]

only if you got drift which is a huge issue....

[@fkallen3236]

So I just bought the hori controllers and loved them. Then I came across the binbok that actually have rumble and button mapping that the horis don't have. Binbok also lines up with the screne. The horis sit a quarter inch above the screne. Time to take back the horis cause I need the button mapping

[@deviousdemon9933]

I’m just looking for a solution to stick drift 😔

[@daviddevito5698]

Send them to nintendo, they pay everything, you just have to buy tape and the packaging where ur sending them

[@angryburnttoast]

@@daviddevito5698 we shouldn't have to repeatedly send them in. Replacing the parts is a temporary solution, they just start drifting again in a month. We're looking for a permanent solution.

[@daviddevito5698]

@@angryburnttoast thats true, but if you want to keep the official nintendo joy-cons, thats probably the best way to do it. If youre willing to take it that far you could probably put some sort of anti dust system on your joycons so they dont drift. Kind of like how he takes off the d-pad sticker to make the d-pad better

[@angryburnttoast]

@@daviddevito5698 i really dont care about them being official. 3rd party is fine but those dont exist because of nintendos patents and they wont liscense any 3rd party to make them.

[@daviddevito5698]

@TomTomTwig ik, and its really dtupid that they dont. They dont really have an excuse since their pro controllers can go years wthout getting drift. I’ve had a pro controller for 3 years and it got slight drift, i blew into it and i never had that problem again. If theyre making a “switch pro” they should make the joycons better, or at least liscense a 3rd party company to make an anti drift controller. But for now the best solution i can think of is sending ur joycons to nintendo and when you finish using them put them in a ziploc bag😂

[@MyGamesterGaming]

Man the camera shots in this video are on point

[@thelegendofadragon2427]

What about the sticks? I suppose they are better than the ones on the original joycons (yk bcs of the drifting issue) but u didn't mention anything ab it so I thought I'd better ask

[@derk.ex.machina]

Having owned my split pad for about a year now, I can safely say the stick on those is not prone to drifting

[@whatdidyoujustcallme6242]

@@derk.ex.machina idk dude, I just saw a comment on here that said there's drift . your probably lucky.

[@thelegendofadragon2427]

@@derk.ex.machina mhm, tho I was more interested in the binbok Joycons, but thank u anyways👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@EnigMajicc]

Like 20 minutes after I bought them on Amazon, Spawn wave released his video. I've had them for a couple days and I see this video. That was fast! I just wish they had a charging grip and an audio jack. They also block the USB porst on the Switch dock. Needs better feeling plastic. The drop off at the back to the Switch/grip should have been less sudden. The programmable stuff is a little confusing, too.

[@Wallaceps3]

Besides that is it still ok? Some people say the deadzone of the stick is bad and it is holding me from buying it.

[@JuhoSprite]

Are you kidding.... I just bought my split pad one month ago

[@danbooke2001]

No. He's not kidding.

[@marlosuper]

rip

[@Burnape]

Same. That said the dpad is a big no for me on the newer ones. I'm only using it for monster hunter anyway so nothing lost

[@saffronoak6276]

Your video was very informative and made me want to get the hori since I had a hard time looking for a new controller but I realized I use hand-held more so getting the Hori seemed more convenient.

[@redscorpion9325]

I need a better Joy Con,I’ll try one of these,I just have to make up my mind🤔

[@theST1NG]

Go for it. I got my Binboks a week ago, and they're great so far. Even if you find you don't like them, there's free returns on Amazon. 👍

[@demigodsplay]

Thanks for the in depth review on the dpad. I play fighting games on my switch so im gonna stick with hori split pad

[@Katana-cy6ky]

I just got this like a week ago

[@nygel8455]

I’m torn because I love the table top mode it’s one of my favorite. I’m currently using the hori but this binbock looks good good for that but I love the way the split pad feels and the button sizes and whatnot it’s a hard one

[@nygel8455]

Bought the binbok best joy con out. I just ordered another off Amazon just in case lol

[@chadrickplays]

For me the hori split pad pro right joycon keeps disconnecting big time and its really annoying. The left one also starts to be a lil pain im the ass and i have them for pron 8 to 9 months i believe

[@Bajso84]

Ah, good ol Hori. I wouldnt trust the other brand. The regular Joycons are not fine. They suffer from many design flaws, but to me the biggest one is the stick size. The small ball inside the controller makes precise turning very hard. The distance between zero and full input is less than a cm. Add to that the low resistance and gameplay is sure to suffer in many games, especially racers and precision platformers. The second biggest design flaw of the joycon is the ergonomy, or lack thereof. The 3rd biggest design flaw is the lack of a proper D-pad. Both of these alternatives seems to fix those issues, but Hori does it a little better, probably because they are veterans.

[@yoannnikolakopoulos632]

POG finally a good big joycon

[@bogdansgaming8106]

bruh the split pad pro is better and has been out for ages

[@Logi_Bear-sv9jg]

@@bogdansgaming8106 but the main turn off is that theyre handheld only, these binbok ons can be used wirelessly yk

[@bogdansgaming8106]

@@Logi_Bear-sv9jg I wrote that before finishing the video, you're right

[@Logi_Bear-sv9jg]

@@bogdansgaming8106 yuh, too bad the binbok ones are out of stock rn tho, i wanna get some

[@bogdansgaming8106]

@@Logi_Bear-sv9jg kinda biased since I have the split pad pro lmao

[@jaydenbenjamin4148]

My favourite part about the split pad pro is you can move the joystick

[@tjdplays6944]

I don’t think I’ve played the switch hand held since the month I got it

[@danbooke2001]

You and I might be in the same boat. I got a launch Switch and barely play it to begin with. When I do, it's always docked, I never play handheld.

[@tjdplays6944]

Daniel Booke Play mine all the time, bought it during quarantine instead of a PS4, thought I’d wait for the PS5, little did I know the assery that would ensue with the launch

[@mjc0961]

@@danbooke2001 Same here. Portable mode doesn't exist as far as I'm concerned, it is a TV connected console only. A pretty poor console that has no off button accessible via the controller, won't power on at all if the battery it doesn't even need is dead, and has comically small controllers that an adult human cannot hold. I'd really like Nintendo to make a proper console only Switch. If they can do a portable only Switch, they can make a TV only Switch too.

[@itsjustty8887]

Man, and I JUST bought a Hori split pad pro too, but it feels very plastic-y to me, and I hate that there is no rumble at all. No vibration, no wireless, I should have looked more into it, but I think that after watching this video and Wulfdens, I’m gonna buy a binbok.

[@retrodok]

What would you recommend for people who want the most durable Joyce's and switch

[@sagichdirdochnicht4653]

They should be both pretty durable and strong. Since you are propably looking for something for portable mode, the switch itself is way more fragile, so no worries. They are both also using similar-ish Joysticks, so they should be fine as well. The only controller (stick) I'm aware off, that has wide spread drift issues, are the original Joycons (tough they are cheap and easy to replace, anyone who discards or sells his drifting Joycons to get new ones is an Idiot). The question therefore is: Do you often play 2D titles? Then the answer is Hori, because of the better D-Pad. If not: get those in the Video. They offer MUCH more functionality for the same price.

[@thelookingcat]

Honestly just the regular joy cons are fine but any one of these work

[@mattjackson2799]

The connection thing is a little too wide imo.Was thinking of maybe using the one that originally came with joycons and just cutting away the grip parts so only the middle thing that connects them remains and use the Binkbok joy cons on it.

[@theST1NG]

I did this with my first party Joy-Con grip, and it works great! Just find a tri-wing screwdriver to take actual grip piece off, and you'll be golden! 👍

[@iSupermanCKi]

These seem cool, but my Switch V2 never leaves the dock since I got the Switch Lite. Funny enough I don't really cross play games between them. I have games I only play on TV and games I only play portable.

[@evergreen7754]

You're weird

[@_Nar0070x0]

I do the same. Don’t hate us cuz we have options lol

[@diarykeeper]

0:25 Good thing you mentioned it. Chose your video cause you are the most down to earth. (Switch youtube channels can at times be laid next to each other and. look. very. similar)

[@iamlordstark]

Kevin sounds like he always speaks in 2x speed.

[@ZeroPrime_Reviews]

Heh then somecallmejohnny talks in 3x speed.

[@AndorranStairway]

The binbok is a must have for handheld mode. Although I’d recommend the slim version over the regular ones to reduce bulk, especially if you’re using the wider switch oled. I just wish I could use my switch lite and continue games in handheld, but unfortunately Nintendo doesn’t allow that. Seriously though, you won’t regret getting the binbok. Decent rumble, many lighting options (although you unfortunately can’t turn it off), and you can use them wirelessly. I like the back buttons which you can map to L3 and R3 for greater convenience.

[@JC20XX]

You can't turn the light off? That's a deal breaker for me. Maybe I'll look out for a broken set but otherwise I can't.

[@MrNiek-kk3ik]

pls say it has back buttons bluetooth and doesnt run on battery’s

[@heindiez]

back buttons bluetooth and run on battery

[@newfiesig]

I wish they would fix the analog sticks on the binboks. Go into the stick calibration and do small circles in one of the 4 quadrants. With the binboks you get an awkward square, with the Hori you get a smooth circle. At the end of the day, control matters. The binbok is more comfortable, but the only games they work well in are ones that don't require much dexterity (turn based strategy, etc.) and in those games motion control and rumble is arguably not important. My wife uses them playing Pokemon and is very happy with them. As a player of FPS, etc., I go with the Hori.

[@pablomonsalve3911]

The D pad issue probably has something to do with patents. You see, everything in a controller is under a patent, and so, that perfect D pad is probably patented by Nintendo or Sony or Sega. For that reason, perfect imitations cannot be produced, companies such as Binbok must come up with their own patents, that need to be different enough so as to not be too similar to the ones that already exist. It is for that reason that these inferior design Dpads keep being released to the market. In fact, if you disassemble an Xbox controller, you will find out that the D pad insides are quite contrived and convoluted compared to the ones in Sony or Nintendo's controllers and that is because they were forced to come up with a different design quite a while after their well established competitors. I think this was the source kzbin.info/www/bejne/aJ20d3mnd9aLipI

[@chriskim5535]

Usually these Chinese manufacturers don't really care anything about patents

[@deterlanglytone]

Nintendo's patent on the dpad is no longer valid. It's gone into public domain.

[@thatanonwholurksmoar7386]

>perfect d pad >Nintendo That's a weird way to say Sony Vita D pad

[@gamingnubs7628]

@@deterlanglytone no it hasnt, Nintendo renewed it in either 2018 or 2019.

[@pablomonsalve3911]

@@thatanonwholurksmoar7386 ok, Your mileage may vary. I haven't played every console, but In any case, that's a Sony patent, so it's very hard to find a D pad as good as the Vita's because that design is patent protected

[@mcsassy3]

Great review dude. I’ve had the binboks for almost a couple months now and i agree with most everything you said. The d-pad does function better without the stickers under...no idea what those things are even supposed to be for. I haven’t used the hori ones, but it looks like they’re raised in the front, whereas the binboks have that “chin” on the back, allowing the front to be flush with the switch, which I think aesthetically is much nicer.

[@Raidraptor_-_Ultimate_Falcon]

How are your shoulder buttons holding out? I’ve heard that they get problematic over time. Asking because I want a pair myself.

[@mcsassy3]

@@Raidraptor_-_Ultimate_Falcon you mean like ZR/ZL? They still work just fine. I assigned the paddles on the back to R/L, so I don’t even use the actual bumpers themselves.

[@Raidraptor_-_Ultimate_Falcon]

@@mcsassy3 Thanks for the info 👍

[@MrNiek-kk3ik]

How are the deadzones and stick drift?

[@theflamekid]

Asking the important question. Deadzones are rarely checked in reviews while it can be a real dealbreaker imo

[@theST1NG]

Been playing Doom Eternal with these the last week, and I haven't had any issues so far. Feels about the same as playing on the Split Pad or Pro Controller.

[@jordanhamilton5368]

I turned off controller rumble a long time ago, so hori is great and has worked well, feels very comfortable. COD made me stop with the rumble, had it off ever since.

[@noellebel518]

i have the eevee split pad and there fire.

[@R3848]

NexiGo are a good alternative as well. Has the addition of RBG lights, rumble, motion controls, wireless use, good buttons, charges while dock and decent battery life.

[@NitroNTV]

Biggest difference: Hori is still available to buy, Binbok isn't.

[@trentonmcleod9776]

Binbok has a version two out, they discontinued version one due to the complaints they got for the d-pad, they’ve fixed it and redesigned the controllers as well for version two

[@Corthmic]

Gotta get it from their website, like Trenton said they took version 1 down and made a version 2 with a better D-Pad.

[@trentonmcleod9776]

You don’t have to go to their site either, they have them on Amazon, if you’re in Canada just switch to Amazon.com instead of Amazon.ca

[@Corthmic]

@@trentonmcleod9776 All I could find on Amazon (US) was a "wired" version that's half the price and had a review stating it bricked their Switch so I'm a little iffy on that.

[@trentonmcleod9776]

@@Corthmic I have my second set arriving today, I’m from Canada so I had to switch to the US Amazon, both are version 2, 49.99 USD

[@norfy]

Diggin that Fulcrum beanie

[@lucymk7198]

It would mean the world if you liked this!!! Omg thank you!!

[@shxzzie_]

he didnt like it thi

[@karp151]

I think Binbok is what I’ve been looking for but I’m gonna have to wait for it to be available again, I have the split pad pro and it’s comfortable but the takeaway for me is that it doesn’t have gyroscope and that I guess the little notches behind that go behind the switch doesn’t let me use covers on my switch for a little extra protection. I’ve not used the binbok and have primarily used the hori ones which are nice and comfortable but my cons for them are the rubber buttons which are nice but put it in your bag or something and pull it out after and you gotta clean them cause like rubber it’ll get hairs or lint type of stuff on it and the fact that it’ll wear out eventually even is you take care of them like how the gba had the rubber start and select, another con but that’s for both it seems and I can’t really complain is the nfc reader for amiibo but being honest no one is gonna walk around with amiibo on them at least I don’t think unless it’s those cards that I’ve seen online but regardless and this is for everyone it’s up to personal preference,

[@berrykage]

Wow. It's not even available anymore

[@broodingchef5542]

I saw some at best buy

[@berrykage]

@@broodingchef5542 I don't think they sell the Binbok ones on Best Buy. I already have the split pad Pro.

[@Lorentz_Driver]

Worth noting the Binbok V2 has an upgraded dpad

[@supbro293]

i love my switch, and ps5 but should i get a series S?, im not interested in the X because i just wanna play halo and dont want a PC

[@dreamsdeep1076]

You should get the series s purely for gamepass and gamepass comes with online

[@supbro293]

@@dreamsdeep1076 ok sounds like a plan

[@danbooke2001]

What does not wanting Halo or a PC have to do with getting a Series S over a Series X? Regardless, I have both a Series S and a Series X and I wouldn't get a Series S if you can swing an extra $200 for the Series X. And if you can't, and still want a Series, I would REALLY, Really, really try to get that extra $200 and still get the Series X over the S.

[@supbro293]

@@danbooke2001 its because of income, i was going to get the X and a digital ps5 but sony barely stocked so on launch i got the disc one and so i need to get the S

[@danbooke2001]

@@supbro293 Fair enough, but you have time before we see these things really getting some hefty restocks. If you can I would still say to get the Series X saving just a little bit more for it if you can. I only say that cause you will indeed miss the disc drive first and foremost. I thought I wouldn't, but sometimes I want to play a disc game I have on the TV my Series S is hooked up to and realize... oh wait, no disc drive. Second is the hard drive, man that internal SSD sucks at a little over 300gb of usable space. Sure you can cold store games on an external drive, but if it is optimized for Series S/X you HAVE to move it over, it won't even give you the option to play the Xbox One version. I don't know, if you're strictly a digital only guy and just want a GamePass machine, maybe going the Series S is the way to go, but I've got well over 300 disc games that I need a drive for, so it doesn't work out for me just having an S. $200 extra gets you a disc drive, bigger internal ssd, and a lot more processing power and output features.

[@quintenromanoh]

Design wise I find the hori split pad pro the best

[@ZeroBtw_]

First hori pro controller now pro pro XD

[@theofficialzeldamaster6377]

I wonder when you took apart the left binbok joycon if you maybe messed something up causing it not to charge when docked with the switch?

[@BrianRemite]

Binbok already not available >:-(

[@godly.x.ferris9985]

Ya just tried buying one

[@linkthehero1234]

i didnt order it yet but i found it on another listing from their page

[@joshuaowen6185]

I am certainly interested in these even though they have a short battery life. If they were unable to charge via the switch then that would be a definite no. I do wish however you could charge them at the same time via the centre connector.

[@hotcocoabomb_]

I couldn’t think of an original joke so *e*

[@SEiMEi_EXiSTS]

EE E EEEE

[@toomuchtimeonmyhands5116]

Which one would you say is closest to a pro controller feel? I like using the pro controller a lot, but as I’m finding myself traveling a lot more, I might want a backup set just in case.