The BEST Pro Controller Is...

[@InJeffable]

I have that exact red 8BitDo Ultimate Controller hooked up to my Switch and the blue one hooked up to my PC. I understand the reservation about the analog triggers, but I think it's a good feature to have if you're also using it as a PC controller. I'm having a hard time wrapping my head around someone not liking the SNES-style d-pad, but to each their own. And for me, any minor flaws the 8BitDo Ultimate Controller has are overcome by the beautifully done functionality of the charging dock. As long as I have the dock plugged into my Switch or PC, all I have to do is take the controller out of the dock and it automatically turns on and connects. When I'm done, I just place it back in the dock and the controller disconnects and shuts off. The convenience factor is next level.

[@EdOSullivan]

I got the KK3 Pro (after watching your review) from AliExpress - was £53.76 all in (with the additional analogue stick tops for varying height) and arrived in less than a week 👍

[@IVIi147]

Just ordered mine 10 minutes ago, can't wait, how's the controller btw.

[@bigbean7273]

u getting any qc issues so far?

[@EdOSullivan]

@@bigbean7273 Touch wood - none so far. Ticking along nicely

[@IVIi147]

@@bigbean7273 controller works as advertised,no issues on my end,really loving it too.

[@tomasleyva8336]

I've been using the Gamesir Nova for a couple months now and it's my favorite controller so far. A cousing gave me an Original Nintendo Pro Controller with very little use a couple weeks ago so i could make the comparison. OG feels sturdier and more solid but i found the size of the Nova more comfortable, the distance between the buttons is perfect for Metroid Prime Remastered (Nintendo Pro feels like buttons are a bit far away from each other) quite satisfied with my purchase. Also thanks for acknowledging the travel issue in the Mobapad Chitu, i loved that controller before it was stolen but i was always a bit uncomfortable with the face buttons they always felt too soft and too close to the surface i dunno if this is a thing with all mechanical buttons or maybe im too used to membrane because i absolutely adore the resistance and clickiness on the Gamesir Nova. KK3 MAX looks tempting taking my satisfied experience with the Nova into account (this controller sounds like a high quality version) but with the Switch about to enter it's Eleventh Hour i think i'll wait a couple years to buy a Switch 2 and and see what third party brands offer on controllers.

[@128KB]

According to Mobapad all third party controllers will still work with the new Switch. But you are right to be slightly cautious.

[@TheUndersigned]

I really hope 8bitdo's followups to the Ultimate and like, the Pro 3 have togglable trigger stops like what Flydigi has.

[@MrDarkAvitar]

I have both the 8bitdo ultimate and the KK 3 max control. I prefer the KK3 max over the 8bitdo my hands just fit it better. But yeah that rumble is insane.

[@linkssz1699]

The vibration when tapping the nova is the ps5 like hd rumble motors, i think so far the nova is my favourite because of the enhanced hd rumble and the extra features like hall effect sticks.

[@tofuteh2348]

Am i the only person who doesnt like the left analog stick being on top and not like playstation's that are aligned?

[@emandm1822]

No I can't stand the sticks not being next to each other. The dpad being up to the left on ps controller is way better imo

[@StardustLegacyFighter]

Most PS players would agree with you, but despite also being one I actually prefer Xbox layout, especially for the games that I like to play.

[@askeladden450]

Most modern games rely on a joystick+ABXY scheme, so having them on top is most comfortable for most games. PS style is only good for retro games. For modern games, the joystick is too far away unless you have giant hands, and this reduces the amount of subtle control you have over them. I tried playing Hollow Knight with both and Xbox style was soooo much easier and comfortable.

[@tofuteh2348]

@@askeladden450 so PS style is only good for retro games and yet you said Xbox was soooo much better for hollow knight, a retro inspired game. Fact is that all these arguments are arbitrary and subjective. I could just as well say most modern games rely on left joystick + right joystick more than joystick + face buttons. The truth is people are just brainwashed into thinking what they're used/prefer to is what's universally best for everyone. Companies make unaligned joysticks are unaligned because that's what people are used to, not because of ergonomics.

[@askeladden450]

@@tofuteh2348 more games use joystick + ABXY than DPad + ABXY. Thats why most controllers have that scheme. End of story.

[@Psmgamer]

GameSir Nova is really good for the price.

[@Yntricate]

Just ordered it few mins ago 😊

[@TH3_LAMB_OF_GOD]

bought the kk3 and after 2 months of playing every day, the back paddle plastics inside the controller broke, and the trigger stops feel gross. Good thing I only had to buy 1

[@Wu_36]

Get in contact with Aknes. The controller should have a lifetime warranty. The same happened to me with the back button socket. I contacted their customer support, was asked to send pictures of what the damaged item was and they sent out new reinforced parts. Their customer service is top notch and they stand by their product. Don’t give up on this controller

[@iceorangutan]

got the KK3P for 29$ lol, love this thing, havent got any qc issue so far and i hope it stays that way

[@MaxMustermann-zk7vp]

would love to see how Mobapad N1 HD compares to those four.

[@128KB]

Coming really soon 🫡

[@caiofernandes9951]

Gamesir nova or mobapad chitu?

[@Cele303]

I have 8Bitdo Ultimate Bluetooth Controller, it is around 1 year old and no problems so far, my son (8yo) is playing games on pc, and now he wants second controller when his friend comes to visit, what do you think is better option, to buy KK3 Pro or second 8Bitdo Ultimate Bluetooth, they cost the same at this moment (53€)

[@StardustLegacyFighter]

The best pro controllers around right now aren't being sold by Nintendo, Sony or Microsoft. 😂

[@effinjamieTT]

The only game I've been looking forward to this year

[@johnsducks9816]

I want the 8bitdo dpad with the buttons of the official pro controller

[@errata2412]

This moba controller or the m6 HD joy cons? which one is better?

[@Faizu777]

Well you can use the joycons as a controller even tho it doesn’t come with the center piece. So just buy the mobapad m6 HD the Chitu HD is also great I love mines

[@morterox2]

How to know this was a paid advertisement video? Never mentioned the 8bitdo ultimate dongle that comes with the controller that does the same thing as the one in the kk3 and it also has a charging base.

[@128KB]

@@morterox2 if it was a paid advertisement we'd have to clarify, it's KZbin's terms and conditions. Also, whoever would have sponsored it would want us to shout it out to get their name out. That's just how sponsors work. That aside, you're 100% right, that info was omitted because I didn't bring the dock with me (out of sight, out of mind) and it is important info. The dock is excellent, as is its capability of becoming a dongle extender. As we said at the start though, all of these are excellent controllers in our eyes and we were really going by the controllers themselves and how they feel etc.

[@128KB]

I love how people are so sure that things are a paid advertisement. Honestly dude it's not, we say when a video is. We just make videos about things we like. If we missed something, cool, do let us know in the comments. But that or not agreeing with our thoughts doesn't make this a paid ad. Also of the dozens of controllers we've reviewed these are the BEST 4. As we say in the video, any on this list are a great buy.

[@morterox2]

@@128KB Ok, I believe you. Sorry for being or sounding harsh with my first comment. Frankly, your discussion and points of analysis were interesting and valid. I will continue supporting you and in the future I will try to be better towards you. I ended up buying the Mobapad M6 HD for your review and I am really grateful for that. Again sorry for my comment and thank you for taking the time to answer me.

[@onassisjavierdiazestrada3767]

Ya probaron la vibración del KK 3 MAX con la nueva actualización de firmware? 4.6

[@jakesmith5278]

Got the Pro 2 from 8bitdo years ago and have no reason for any other controller since. Dpad for fighting and platforming is fantastic. Might try the switchable dpad on that KKK3 controller and see but I don't have much hope considering these guys are not fighting gamers.

[@johnsducks9816]

I hate how only the king Kong 3 max comes with xbox layout buttons I would want it for pc but really would prefer to not pay 80 bucks

[@Toxic3610]

Chitu pro hd cant be found on Amazon lately

[@jaredgardner6042]

Why do you prefer the Gullikit KK3 Pro over the KK3 Max? Is it because of the extra features getting in the way on the max or is there a difference in the feel and buttons on the controllers.

[@128KB]

All of that really! I personally don't care for the extra features but the rubbery feel of the Max I wasn't overly keen on, the plastic design of the pro I feel has better longevity. Sometimes rubber goes sticky etc over time

[@SchiggyCGN]

The Design of the Controller also just looks so much nicer.

[@j.ctheanimated1146]

In other words if you also play on pc , get the Max. If your strictly on switch then this is the perfect version for it .

[@RichieRandy]

I wonder if IINE ELITE PHANTOM is under your radar, since it’s extremely lovely and almost perfect for me.

[@Nomeborreslacuentasinmotivonot]

Yo tengo el 2 y el 3 Max, le puse los botones del 2 al 3 max por que on planos, mucho mejores ahora.

[@thiagovilela1785]

For me the best one is the Chitu HD, just so much better than the regular old pro controller from nintendo (wich is also amazing, but there is no comparison with those mechanical buttons)

[@joshuacitron899]

Where does the NXYI Wizard fall in this convo?

[@GrandeGio95]

If you love controllers you should try Nacon !

[@abo_omar5880]

I am kind of confused between the Mobapad Chitu HD and the Mobapad Huben M9 HD, which is better?

[@TheInfiniteNine]

Depends what you are looking for. Although the Huben M9 has ALPS joysticks so it would be more likely to develop drift than the hall effect sticks in the ChituHD, if you happen to get unlucky in that way. Also the M9 has a more xbox controller style layout/design where the ChituHD looks more like the shape of Nintendo's Pro Controller. I have both and I like them both very much. It is tough to say which one I'd chose over the other, personally.

[@abo_omar5880]

@@TheInfiniteNine My priorities are HD rumble ,good ergonomic ,and good build quality, so I really need to know which is better in these aspects.

[@TheInfiniteNine]

@abo_omar5880 both are good build quality and have HD rumble. Both are good ergonomically. At that point it's up to your preference if you want to have the feel of a nintendo pro controller or more of like an Xbox one controller

[@AlanJames1987]

Why is this a video when it can be a short text list?

[@128KB]

youtube hasn't mastered the text list yet. When it does we'll be all over it

[@JohnnyPenicillin]

For a second I was like damn 60 pounds. That's a heavy controller.

[@StardustLegacyFighter]

Americans. 😂

[@mythydamashii9978]

Where vader 4 pro

[@Zaytehs]

Apex 4 & Vader 4 beat all these without fail

[@rayray0987]

Hate how the 8bitdo won't turn the switch on.

[@seanlusain5037]

Just shake the controller after turning it on

[@tracyhess3373]

Honestly the 8bitdo ultimate controller is good. Those it does have a few things i dont like. One is the placement of the d-pad. Especially with the style of d-pad it uses. Feel like if they kept in the same place like pro2 model. Really the other is the analog triggers. Have switches that give u that digital press on the fly. If they can make upgrade with these changes. Pur anti-friction rings it would be really good. But honestly thr bestvpro controller is fhe mobapad chitu. Love the mechanical switches and absolutely feel of rhe controller.

[@biancasouza_mg]

Please, help me… Who is the best for Switch? Gamesir Nova or 8Btido Ultimate C Bluetooth?

[@djethreii]

I prefer the Ultimate C mainly bcs of the dpad and the overall feel and look (I have the pastel blue one). but you can't go wrong with the Nova since it has better features than the Ultimate C.

[@Faizu777]

@@djethreiithe ultimate c is good I didn’t buy it tho since I have the pro 2 with hall effect joysticks

[@AndrewLamas19]

ultimate 2c came out

[@Faizu777]

@@AndrewLamas19 for the switch?

[@AndrewLamas19]

@@Faizu777 works for it with Bluetooth and wired. The Bluetooth latency is better than the Xbox controller with the 2.4 dongle

[@chanderule605]

Vader for me

[@reikiessence11]

ABSOLUTELY missing the PXN 9607X $39 (AUD) or around $15 USD. No back paddles - BUT nada lag, lasts 100hrs, wakes the switch, turbo, amiibo, hall affect, wireless (or wired) no leds (don't think required). Texture is lovely. D pad is rad. Has rumble - and can be increased or decreased through the app, as can many other settings) If you want to spend more, I'm sure some of the pricier ones will feel slightly better - but comparing it to an Xbox remote, 8bitdo, etc, it wipes the floor. (Just my opinion. No I don't have a channel, nor am I affiliated - purely from my experience - a great one for a low low cost)

[@StardustLegacyFighter]

100 hours of use from a 550MaH battery? They're only advertising 20 hours, which is still great, but 5x less than what you're claiming. Also, they don't advertise having hall effect joysticks for this controller, so I have no idea where you're getting that information from. I think it's a decent choice if you're on a very tight budget, but most Switch users are affluent, so something like this is probably not worth buying for them.

[@reikiessence11]

@@StardustLegacyFighteryou're correct I'm sorry, on the hours. I'm not a reviewer or pro. The sticks however are definitely hall affect :) At the price point, speed of charge - and how it feels - I'm not sure how the others are better performers. Think there's a reason so many have reviewed it. Again, apologies for hours of charge mistake.