The ALMOST Perfect Switch Controller for Handheld | The HORI Split Pad Compact | Review

[@virgil5650]

Nintendo doesnt want Hori to include those things. Hori needs to throw out the marketing gimmick of calling it "Pro"

[@mojmov6128]

It’s just what the products called man it’s not that deep.

[@watskeburten]

Soon as they dropped I picked up the apricot red. Absolutely worth the money and significantly makes playing in handheld more comfortable. They even fit in the dock, no problem.

[@cococolonel]

Dock? Say less I bought it

[@watskeburten]

@@cococolonel It's worth it. Going back to naked Joy-Con or even with Satisfye thumb grips don't feel comfortable after using this.

[@raymondddz]

I've just ordered the apricot too. Long time split pro guy, so fingers crossed for the compact version. I genuinely dislike the joy cons as standard

[@arob_3k]

Honestly, these have to be the best joy cons to play handheld. They're just the perfect size compared to the hori pad pro.

[@BustaChimes]

I love they make bigger controllers for people that need them. And people complain they’re too big.

[@actarus4631]

Minor features that are not mentioned for the few ones interested in : - the pad has no batteries so you can not turn on the switch from sleep mode with the home button. Only the power button on the top of switch will work to turn it on. - now concerning the mappable buttons: you can only map a button that is on the same pad. In other words, on the left pad you can only assign the left shoulders, d-pad, and L3. This means you can’t assign the A button or a R shoulder button to the left pad mappable button for example.

[@NEOMERCER]

I don't care about amiibo support and HD rumble has honestly been more annoying than actually interesting, I think the DualSense does a better job at highlighting how haptics can enhance an experience so those are not really a problem for me. But it would be nice if it supported motion controls for things like Mario Kart or Switch Sports which I've been playing a lot of. Honestly the first split pad gets traded in pretty often at GameStop where I work and I've had a chance to put my hands on it, it feels pretty dang cheap and pretty bulky. But this one does look nicer, more minimalistic so I could see myself liking it as long as it doesn't feel too cheaply made like the other one does.

[@kninezbanks]

No Rumble in general is a deal breaker for many...it's why I returned my switch lite and got the OLED. No rumble feels like a flat gaming experience.

[@LianCasablacks]

@@kninezbanks For me is the other way around, since I'm used to the PS4 controller vibration anything else feels like a vibrating phone and it kinda distracts me from the game itself. Specially on the Switch

[@kninezbanks]

@@LianCasablacks Good for you. For me I'd rather use a mouse and keyboard, but if i use a controller, it needs rumble, without it, i won't touch the controller.

[@LianCasablacks]

@@kninezbanks I feel you. I heard the Nyxi joy-pads do wonders in that regard, might be worth checking them out. Stay safe

[@WassupSIUU]

Does this drift for you? If so how many months did u use it until it drifted? Just got mine that’s why I’m asking

[@OhThatsBabyJoe]

I’m new to your channel I LOVE how you explains the products and GET TO THE POINT! You have a new subscriber 👌🏾

[@smamurai]

I suspect Nintendo won't licence them if they include those features because it would take away sales from their first party joycons

[@Winterstarf]

imagine being so bad at your own device you refuse to license a third party

[@akmftw1994]

Also if you get the hori split pad connector you can use either of these as a wired controller for your switch

[@TheLEGITstuff]

Splatoon is my main game on switch and i started playing handheld a lot more when i upgraded to oled.. shame there are no motion controls, i would have 100% bought this. This looks way better than the pro

[@errormessage1487]

Why can’t you play splatoon with these?

[@TheLEGITstuff]

@@errormessage1487 these dont have gyro sensor

[@pbarratt73]

2:51 thank you for showing comparison to the original joycon mate.

[@davidraquepas2344]

Had split pad pro for years and love them so much. Cant play with joycons. I get cramps in the thumbs after 10min. Ill try these.

[@MrMekmek29]

02:05 what's are does Mario and Luigi figures called? They are blinking and are cute lol

[@Fuelcut99]

Those are LEGO Mario and Luigi

[@carston101]

I just picked up a used switch that came with the exact set featured in the video. I havent played at all yet, but just holding these vs the regular joycons the hori pads feel infinitely better. They actually still feel a tiny bit too small for my hands but it's a happy middle ground between the bulky pros and the unusably small joycons.

[@miguelcastillo7346]

Hi, what about the feel when you are pressing the buttons? are they very clicky?

[@carston101]

@@miguelcastillo7346 I would compare them to the dualshock 4/dualsense. They have a soft click to them, if that makes sense.

[@miguelcastillo7346]

@@carston101 yes, thank you.

[@ramonmorales9646]

For what ever reason I feel better with the original version 😅

[@timebandit1266]

These are better than the split pad pro by far!!!

[@dandan4221]

The split pad pro weren’t that comfortable. They had this weird point on the bottom that couldn’t be gripped at all.

[@mdale8661]

Do you have a list of the games you was showing . I want to know what game was that with the sword fighting

[@joshc7457]

My thoughts exactly lol wanted to know which game that was too

[@KrisLevel]

Same did you find out?

[@fgzzsjilko1907]

Hello, what is the name of the game?1:58

[@bradleremond]

It's Bayonetta 3

[@Emily-uq3to]

I just got a pair I’m excited to use them

[@alucard3011]

I got the Gengar version of this controller and I am loving it. The only downside I found, apart of those mentioned on the vídeo, was the plastic support on the top back of the controller which is unnecessary, uncomfortable, and looks a bit fragile in my opinion.

[@rrich2709]

yeah, cant use them with a case on

[@K001A1DMAN]

How are the plus and minus on the split pad? Because I have a cheap 3rd party controller for my switch. The thing I don't like about it is the plus and minus are recessed more into the controller than a normal joy-con

[@leonardocesarfonseca7614]

What game at 01:56?

[@stewartmackie1244]

Can anyone tell me the game from 1:36 with the sword fighting?

[@misterrrpopooo8945]

bayonetta 3

[@stewartmackie1244]

@@misterrrpopooo8945thank you 👍

[@RakeemIllidge]

What is the name of the game you are playing at 3:40???

[@rrich2709]

Name of the game please 🙏🏽1:32 ??

[@lilgse]

Fr I’m tryin to find out too

[@rrich2709]

@@lilgsebayonetta 3 🫡

[@NantoShin]

How is the dpad? Can you throw Shoryukens with it?

[@anhthuantran9915]

1:35 what is the game ?

[@akmalhakim3977]

Tag me

[@selinagarcia8172]

That's exactly why I came looking into the comments I wanted to know what game.that is too

[@blackninja3303]

looks like bayonetta 3

[@RayTheGmr]

It's Bayonetta 3, completed it the other day. Awesome game.

[@Inconsistense]

Has anyone tried this compared to the skull and co grips? I am going to buy either the skull and co or this. I am not fussed about the rumble or amiibo but i do quite like using motion control in some games.

[@arabidmeerkat247]

TLDR: I have the Skull & Co NeoGrip and the Hori Split Pad Compact. I prefer using the Hori Split Pad Compact, but they are both unique products that offer different things. With the Skull and Co NeoGrip (they also sell the very different GripCase) you can use your own Joy Con with all of the features (such as motion controls and NFC). You have 3 different grip sizes which are easily interchangeable (I only use the trigger grips). They cost almost half the price of the Hori Split Pad. They are very lightweight and you can keep your shell on your Switch and transport it in some cases (you will need to remove the grips). You can also buy different colour grips to match your Joy Con. However, if you try to dock a normal Switch with the NeoGrip shell attached, it does slightly flex the dock (not sure if this applies to the GripCase). The plastic grips feel cheaply made and have no rubber for extra grip. The NeoGrip shell is very tight, with some people online saying that after removing the Switch from the shell a few times, it had left scuff marks on the edges of their Joy Con (more so 3rd party Joy Con). Also, I have found that one of my grips will no longer click into place after about 4 months of use. The Hori Split Pad feels good to use in your hands. The triggers are very well placed and are slightly larger. The buttons are all slightly larger and raised, making it easier to press them. The sticks are taller and don't seem to slip as easily as Joy Con sticks. There is a turbo feature and a mappable button for each side. They dock easily since they are a Joy Con repacement. However, since no Joy Con are attached to your Switch, you lose key features for some games (motion controls). They cost me nearly double what the NeoGrip did. You can't use the Split Pad wirelessly unless you buy an extra attachment. You can't change the grip size to suit your hands. They have no internal battery inside so will require your Switch's battery to run. They also can be difficult to transport due to their size. Both have their merits and are very different products, but in my opinion, I prefer what Hori has to offer.

[@Inconsistense]

@@arabidmeerkat247 Hey, Thanks for your reply! I actually ended up buying the Skull and co grips because although silly, I do use motion control quite a bit in Zelda etc and that is what i am currently playing mostly. I actually think for £20 they are pretty good and have definitely increased my comfort whilst playing. I have actually been looking at these Gamecube style controller now from both Doyoky and Nyxi, when I was younger I had a Gamecube and honestly I thought it was the most controller out of any console at the time for me. I haven't got around to getting one yet, but maybe soon :-)

[@arabidmeerkat247]

@@Inconsistense If I need to play a game with motion controls, then I either use the NeoGrip or just turn off motion controls (although I am growing to like them)

[@ghosttiee9212]

@@arabidmeerkat247haha same I had the neogrip but the joycon sticks feel so weird . Even eo thumb grips. And my custom gameboy joycond stopped working and I love the Hori splitpad compact in red !

[@davidraquepas2344]

Which game are you playing at 2:00 ???

[@thesilentsociety3252]

Bayonetta 3

[@yuumetal2363]

0:57 is this zelda?

[@mastermind6000]

Omission of motion controls is weak, although I turn it off every chance I get. I don't want it, but we kinda need it. My top complaint about Split Pads was the assignable rear button can only mimic buttons on it's own side. I use rear buttons in Breath of the Wild for shield menu and sword menu, which are d-pad left and right. Turns out the right pad button cannot be mapped to d-pad commands. I suppose there's no physical way the Pads can communicate with each other, and since none of those mapping functions even talk to the system, there's no other way. oh well. The ergonomic value of these things is still off the charts, just wait for sale prices.

[@Bajso84]

Some games use the motion sensor sitting in the tablet part. Classic Doom for instance can use motion aiming even with these.

[@marcosun3805]

@@Bajso84 Is this the same for Breath of the wild puzzle?

[@MacBoxTV]

What game were you playing at the 2:00 mark?

[@AnarickTheDevil]

It's bayonetta 3

[@JVRAndrew]

1:31 What game is he playing?

[@jucksalbe]

Bayonetta 3

[@kazamasta3147]

what game is that at 1:38?

[@xyz6217]

Bayonetta 3

[@ARaz-u5q]

1:40 what game is it?

[@maccaplays6921]

What's that sword fighting game? Looks cool

[@platinumjayy-topic7947]

That’s what I’m trying to figure out

[@maccaplays6921]

@@platinumjayy-topic7947 bayaneeta 3

[@silver33]

How are the ergonomics on it?

[@luisruperto773]

How do the buttons feel? Are they squishy like the switch lite or are they clicky like regular joycons?

[@watskeburten]

They are moderately squishy not clicky like Joy-Con but are easier to use with the size of the buttons. They feel more like the Pro controller buttons when pressed.

[@michaelwalthall4856]

What game are you playing in the footage?

[@AnarickTheDevil]

I saw Bayonetta 3, Immortals Fenyx rising and Splatoon.

[@radelstv1346]

Does your home button in your hori split fit controller working?mine not working

[@blazability3469]

what game are you playing at 2:00?

[@misterrrpopooo8945]

bayonetta 3

[@kowabonga3552]

What's the name of this game 0:30 you're playing? Looks like fun! 👀

[@dfsgghgfsfasfadadadw]

Boynita

[@erikedward283]

I honestly like them, but I’ve done had third-party grips from Amazon that feel a lot better and work a lot better and have the same amount of features and it makes the switch look cooler and the original split pads. They’re super bulky like what he said, but then they’re not even rounded on the back to where they feel like a actual controller so it’s just bulky and flat. I will say that the DA and the analog feel a lot better and the buttons, but that’s about it, I do like the compact a little better but again I found third-party grips on Amazon that work a lot better and cheaper

[@wrathpsp]

Can you share which other joycons work better? I really want the best dpad for fighting games

[@alanf8622]

What are the big nubs at the top/back?

[@dami9296]

How is the analog joystick? Is it more accurate than the original joycons? 

[@AdamMendesdaSilva]

I also want to know

[@gureguru4694]

no rumble huh, me realizing the PAIN of no rumble on the lite when playing dying light and RE rev 2 that absolutely needs rumble to unlock chests effectively. heck no. ty for review saved some money

[@georgesaraskeris3447]

Can i have the name of the game on 3:49 ?

[@truthtruth9056]

1:30 what game is that ?

[@oksure5963]

Bayonetta 3

[@truthtruth9056]

​@@oksure5963thank you so much !

[@d2tz]

Hey nice video, what's the game at 1:54?

[@mikesstuff007]

Looks like bayonetta 3

[@aceofspades3018]

For the love of God people please put the audio of what the buttons sounds like when pressed when reviewing....

[@adamlattea3483]

Are you still able to play let's go with these joycons in handheld mode?

[@Slithering-Pyro]

I just busted my 2nd pair of Split Pad Pro's after about a year of use. Like my other pair, the rubber grips on the control sticks wore off after only a few months of use, the sticks now have dead zones in which no input is registered, and the A ,B, Y & X buttons get stuck if I push them too hard. For some context, I play Smash Bros a lot. I have over 1500 hours in the game, and at least half of those hours are in handheld mode, exclusively with Hori Pads as I REFUSE to play that game with Joy-Cons. Do with that information what you will, but I'll say this. These controllers are EXCELENT for casual play, but they don't last long if you're a gamer who plays fast-paced, button mashy games where being hard on your controller is to be expected. If you're a gamer who plays really input heavy games that have you being harder on your controller than other games, skip the Split Pads.

[@TheBadElf]

I've never had any kind of grips wear down. Does your body secrete some kind of acid?

[@wrathpsp]

​@@TheBadElf "Reptile... Wins..."

[@mza2001]

so what do you use?

[@wilsonism17]

Can I use it for playing Breath of the Wild? My friend says better get a Pro Controller but I prefer playing handheld mode.

[@ethanbluefan127]

I got mine but the right controller was not responding for some odd reason does anyone care to explain that?

[@OtherMarch]

How does the speckled grip feel texture-wise compared to the split pad pro? I found the pro extremely rough and irritating to use, I could not stand it. Does the speckled feel like its going to scrape off, catch on anything, rough or uncomfortable? Anything that you could best compare it to? Same for the sticks, they look like they have a texturing in the middle.

[@NUKEbooster25]

Bro it feels nothing like it looks in a good way, idk how to explain properly lol

[@cold44]

How’s the build quality?

[@Sci-Mon1]

I just bought some and wow they are incredible. No jiggle at all and the controls feel incredible. I hate how it doesn’t have rumble. That’s the only feature I can about. Stock joycons actually suck IMO.

[@dchin1564]

Would the split pad pro compact fit the switch while your switch has a hard/protective casing on it?

[@raiden64_]

I know this is from ages ago but it's honestly dependant on the case. Some will, some won't, I know some cases are made for these tho

[@diegorieger1309]

What game are you playing in vid?

[@maxisenberg9093]

Do you know if there are any dockable cases for this?

[@William1987-t4n]

I use motion controls in every game possible, I was waiting for a split pad pro 2 with acelerometer , that's disappointing

[@oo0024]

Real gamers don’t use motion controls

[@Bajso84]

​@@oo0024 Nerd! **wedgie**

[@jesusramirezromo2037]

​@@oo0024 Except most gamers agree they're amazing on shooters

[@aaaaa9801]

Whats that game in 03:45

[@007lateman]

What’s the game 2:03 ?

[@_gvxzo3780]

Which game at 4:44 pls

[@NintendoWire]

Bayonetta 3

[@wills2652]

I have very small hands I can't wait to get mine tomorrow.

[@EngineerSTG]

I am really REALLY hoping the next console includes a better dpad for shmup type games. Maybe even a modular design so we can insert any type of dpad we want. The switch library is packed full of vertical shooters but the current button dpad is so unbelievably bad, especially for shmups and of course the analog stick is not even an option with those types of games.

[@wrathpsp]

I agree completely. It's the same with 2d fighting games too!

[@JamesBaxster-dc4ln]

what's an accelerometer?

[@AnarickTheDevil]

gyro

[@stephenglennon9584]

I love the SPP but the ZR button as broke twice for me. Lost their resistance and would require hard press Dunno if I should gamble on the new ones

[@AnarickTheDevil]

Damn that sucks. I've had mine since launch and other than opening the right one twice because the back button came out of its clips still work flawlessly.

[@way7952]

I think the vibrate is the thing I'm missing the most, playing celeste without the shake for every dash feels more off than i expected

[@yo.poldoo]

Could be better. No motion controls and NFC? Fine. I rarely use it anyway. But no vibration feedback and not wireless? I'll pass. There are tons of joycon replacements that are better than these.

[@omegawaffles7348]

can u share some plz? i’m trying to look for one that can do everything that has a dpad but i can’t find any just hori ones or ones that i would have to like take apart my joycon and put a shell that can put dpads on

[@jesusramirezromo2037]

​@@omegawaffles7348 The BinBok/Nyxi ones have all that, But they aren't officially lisenced and are cheaply made

[@Godlyfw]

How do u use the turbo and other button

[@liquid79]

Nintendo is doing something real sneaky with their use of accelerometer. They have us believe their accelerometer is built into the control but to my findings this is not true. You can test this with Breath of the Wild. Go to settings and then enable VR. When you enable VR the motion controls suddenly work. You can move the Switch around and you can see everything move with you. I'm not sure why but I i think Nintendo is disabling it on controllers.

[@greengus9925]

Sorry, I know this is years old, but I’m doing research as I’m also considering getting a pair myself; what’s the game around 3:40 if anyone knows? Thanks!

[@Badeendje85]

Mortal Kombat 11 if im not wrong.

[@vail9087]

what game shown in the second clip of the first few seconds?

[@XTEXMATTT]

Just got these today after my right joycon stopped working,they would be perfect if they had vibration and a bit more weight to them

[@danteblanco113]

Do they still work if they’re not connected to the switch?

[@jace2696]

Nope

[@maricograndy5787]

Can the split pad fot be carried in a normal sized carry case for the switch? The case that I have fits the switch with the regular joycons with little room left over. I want to know if ill be able to fit the switch with the split pad fit controllers in thay same case. I hope my question makes sense.

[@mariocruz6599]

1:55 what game

[@zReshii]

If I'm not mistaken, I think it's Bayonetta 3

[@mikevogler5455]

Anyone out there know of a particular travel case that is sold, that will fit the OLED, along with these particular controllers connected to it?

[@NicheInternetFunnyMan]

So can I take them off and play on the tv with them?

[@thelastdragon5551]

No. They’re not wireless. Requires power from the tablet.

[@Steelbooking541]

@@thelastdragon5551 Actually you can use them on the Tv. There’s a split pad adapter they slide into, but you have to plug it via USB into the dock. Personally id just use the wireless official Nintendo pro controller for tv. These shine the most in handheld.

[@thelastdragon5551]

@@Steelbooking541 Still not wireless.

[@Steelbooking541]

@@thelastdragon5551 He didn’t ask if they are wireless he asked if you can take them off the switch and use them on the tv, which is a yes as long as you purchase the adapter.

[@thelastdragon5551]

@@Steelbooking541 Yeah you got a point.

[@KarlRock]

No rumble 😭 But everything else looks great! I'm gonna pick one up.

[@markevans44]

The Nintendo with this joycon fits in the dock for charging?

[@Skarab2099]

Yes

[@AlePlay182]

Is there any way to put these new Hori controllers into an adapter or something to make it wireless?

[@arabidmeerkat247]

There is a Split Pad Attachment you can buy, but you have to use it wired

[@whatsnix2765]

what games are those???

[@heartcradle01]

Are these good with shooters compared to using the Joycon analog sticks???

[@ghosttiee9212]

I love the compacts a lot I have the red ones ! Joycons are okay the joysticks I just hate how they feel and you need so many accessories to improve it

[@sirC412l05]

do we can use The HORI Split Pad Compact separated as the originals?

[@Himoooo]

no battery on hori controller

[@El_oso_verde]

Does this work with regular switch ?

[@lexbeltran1354]

Yes

[@infinitaki22]

Can you remap l3 with this controller? One concern of mine playing with the original joycon is the repeated pressing of the analogue stick to sprint like in dying light or other gps game so i was wondering if you can remap this using this controller?

[@watskeburten]

Yeah. I use each back button for R3 and L3.

[@maxisenberg9093]

It it there a safe way to cut off the feet?

[@stormhought]

chainsaw

[@wrathpsp]

Light saber

[@dfsgghgfsfasfadadadw]

Name game in OLED?

[@2asteroidblue404]

What game is that?

[@malazan6004]

Could only find the white in another country so I'm eagerly awaiting them in the mail but it's taking forever. In my country was only Pokemon ones available which were ugly to me. I guess the gengar one was cool but is get sick of it.

[@arcano4571]

O.27 what game?

[@asant90]

Not having rumble is a big miss for me😞

[@AllenE1968]

Bought mine yesterday.

[@airblazerfoodgamingandrevi2952]

Same😂😂😂 but here in 2024❤❤

[@Malfouzan]

Name the games u play? Please 🙏

[@kellylovell3204]

You should do a Smash Chess: Revival! I would love that! Air: 12/25/22, please!?

[@MotionwithLotion]

Do you have to put your own ns screen for it to work

[@lexbeltran1354]

Yes, how else would it work😮

[@Xzackywacky]

I just bought some and now they aren't working. Very weird bc they are brand new.

[@mattblack3813]

Wait, is it the "Fit" or the "Compact"? I'm confused lol. Guessing its a regional thing? Also maybe I missed it, but any comment on how loud the buttons and triggers are? I find the Joycon pretty loud, maybe mines just too old, but I'm hoping for something I can play in bed without waking my wife.

[@ei..]

two months late, but yeah the name is a regional thing. The original name is fit, but it was changed to compact for the european and american market for some reason