The Best Xbox Series X/S Controllers - Budget to Best

[@saucyisawesome]

The best controller are the ones that doesn’t stick drift which is none of them.

[@OkayHxze]

Every single controller made will have stick drift I’ve had the razed wolverine v2 for almost a year and 0 stick drift

[@alfieleach5071]

So how you going to play without a controller?

[@biizzlle]

@@alfieleach5071 mouse duh

[@alfieleach5071]

@@biizzlle 😂

[@skips7529]

Razer Wolverine 2 is a Beast

[@Raven.Bloodrot]

They need to bring down the scufs price by about $100 for it to even be considerable.

[@austinbaxter7427]

Right !? It’s as expensive as the console itself, ridiculous!!

[@Mfrancojr]

Elite Series 2 is only great for about a year. I’m on my 2nd one after MS warrantied it twice. Bumper died on the first, and now on the replacement, the bumper sticks, the Y button gets stuck, and horrendous amounts of stick drift. My Xbox friends are also having similar issues with theirs almost a year later after we all bought them.

[@BriggsGingras]

Same bro, the left stick just didn’t work after like a few months.

[@cataranciuc]

Mine as well. This sux Microsoft: you hear us!

[@pumpkinhead8921]

My bumper just broke on my series 2 elite controller but it lasted me like 3 to 4 years

[@ghostseptic7008]

mine rubber on the right side fell off

[@alejandrozamora3468]

It’s the bumpers on those bro, the regular controllers are better imo in terms of reliability

[@Dinoboyification]

The absolute best thing about the wolverine V2 is the extra set of bumpers. You'd never realize how useful it is without using one, it surprises me more 3rd party controllers don't implement that.

[@threethickbitchesandaphone5261]

What game do you play most

[@reeteereetee3636]

Would you say the controller is worth buying? I’m thinking about buying one

[@ericcortez5328]

One of the biggest finds I’ve came across is the Turtle Beach Recon Controller. Not only does it have a great feel to it, but it acts like a DAC/Amp that you can set multiple EQ and customized settings to it. My favorite of the year for sure!

[@mikrobyo1790]

how is the durability?

[@JstSway]

@@mikrobyo1790 I’ve seen some reviews on it saying it doesn’t last. People saying stick drift or other problems came to them in less than 6 months.

[@gavinsmith9466]

​@oogabooga8387 Stick drift appeared in the first couple hours for me

[@Skix567]

Broke in 3 weeks replaced it lasted a month

[@gavinsmith9466]

@Skix567 Yeah just buy victix gambit if you fps and gamesir g7 se if you dont

[@imDeify]

The scuff doesnt require batteries. Simply plug in a USB C and bam. Quicker response time also.

[@dummyquiccc9695]

The problem with power A is that they are very prone to breaking. One of my thumb sticks always give out after a few months.

[@d4niel4311]

And they start drifting after a week

[@itsomarbitchess]

My joystick broke after 3days, 3days for 30something dollars 🤣

[@austinbaxter7427]

Power A has gone out on me every month without fail. I’m taken care of by my warranty but idk how the company sustains after so many returns lol

[@KarmaMusik]

Buyed 2 PowerA Enhanced both died after a month, buyed PowerA Fusion Pro 2 no problems since over a year

[@tahutiperaa9432]

It's the scuf wireless controller for me, with the D&D dice skin. 😏

[@jordanhughes3137]

PowerA is a great option, very low price compared also - my only issue is I’ve only had it 7 months and I’ve been suffering from light stick drift for at least half of that, but only really the last fortnight it’s become more serious. Other than that I’ve found it great to play with.

[@Julie-my6ds]

A lot less painful compared to the £60 xbox controller which lasts just as long!

[@bigpoppa4264]

@@Julie-my6ds lol my xbox one controller is 4 years old and still working fine no issue.

[@Szecskavag0]

@@bigpoppa4264 same

[@skibididopdooyes]

@@bigpoppa4264I wouldn't even piss on the Xbox series s controllers the Xbox one controllers are elite

[@Zbychu93]

@@Julie-my6ds facts ... I've had my Xbox series S controller for 6 months and recently my RB broke. Got drift stick after 4 months.

[@jamesvancam]

3:52, an insult to all PS players...

[@mysticaljp1]

It’s terrible placement tbh, PlayStation should change it.

[@TheBean87]

@Michael why would ms fix perfection?

[@K3Vz0]

@Michael it has support for rechargable batteries tho

[@TheBean87]

@Michael supports battery options , perfect stick placement(which is why Nintendo used it), majority of gamers use a headset, see previous answer, most annoying thing about the ps controller is the touchpad, haptics are a cool gimmick but that’s as far as they get.

[@ioasisyumich]

@@TheBean87 Nintendo Switch Pro controllers which are the exact shape of an Xbox controller, has Sony style stick placement. Your Nintendo argument fell through entirely.

[@spurs_7798]

Once you get the elite controller.. there is no way back

[@lambasted6886]

The only thing holding me back is micro usb.

[@TheBean87]

@UC_BSFL0jyFFYj90d6qSi9sQ that’s subjective, personally never cared for the ps controllers once they added the sticks.

[@spurs_7798]

@Michael Dualdrift controller?

[@TheBean87]

@Michael correction drifts more according to user reports. Also costs more.

[@spurs_7798]

@Michael keep telling that to yourself. All while you just admitted that your shitty controller drifts lmaoooooo

[@RowKing2323]

People IGN don't know how to make a budget Xbox controller list seen they hadn't made one. Ok let me help : 5)PDP Rematch - range from lowest $32.99 to $37.99 the highest, entry level pro controller 4) PowerA Enhance - range from lowest $30.00 to $34.99 the highest, Entry level pro controller 3) PowerA Advantage - range from lowest $37.99 to $44.99 highest, Has trigger Stops and a more tactile pro controller. 2) Gamesir G7- range from lowest $40.00 to 44.99 the highest. the second best pro budget controller out there that have mechnical buttons and 250hz,500hz, 1000 hz polling rate for fast response time and less latency from input. 1) Gamesir G7 SE- $44.99. This is the greatest budget xbox controller ever and out there right now. Hall Effect stick for no drifting, Hall Effect triggers so that the trigger do not wear out, and 250hz, 500hz, 1000, polling rate for seamless gameplay. This controller is better than almost every expensive controller out there. This controller is definitely in the top five of greatest xbox controllers of all time right now. Personally for me it's the #1 xbox controller of all xbox controllers, like for instant the price, hall effect stick for no drifting, hall effect triggers, (250hz, 500hz, 1000hz) polling rate to choose from for less input latency all just for $44.99. Sorry but nothing beats this controller G7 SE. All these controller are under $50 for anyone that wants an budget xbox controller.

[@DanimalUpchurch]

These are all wired right?

[@dejesusgaming6989]

Been using my Xbox Elite series 2, been my sidekick ever since.

[@darrenjk5438]

The best controller for sure

[@MaxVids1]

I'm a controller using PC gamer and I've been using the PowerA controllers. They are inexpensive and work great. Plus mine has LEDs and it glows.

[@jch8376]

My power a controller stops working randomly, does that happen to you?

[@FryDaddy]

Been rocking with the razer wolverine ultimate wired controller for a while now, great option if you don't like the v2 bulkier design

[@zTriiGzz]

Yeah until you drop it 30 centimeteres from your floor and the bumper button breaks like it's back in the xbox 360 days ☹

[@MrNobody-zx4jz]

Victrix Gambit vs razer wolverine vs thrustmaster eswap s?

[@infxmous3697]

Do NOT get the razor wolverine ultimate. The triggers aren’t triggers, they are buttons, even in the deep trigger mode, it will act as a button so in car games, it will accelerate your car instantly instead of gradually.

[@yoshi555king]

same. Got the V1

[@od813]

And it looks a lot better too

[@justinclemente7927]

Razer wolverine will be the best xbox controller for me when it comes on competitive games

[@tonydisabatino]

Every single controller from here on out should come with an integrated battery and a wireless induction charging.

[@lesterama6110]

Yeah, but Xbox doesn't want to grant the license to use their wireless protocol

[@heman9346]

8BitDo Pro 2 Wired Controller is amazing and it's only $45 beats all the ones on this list for sure

[@jordanns010]

cool if you like the ps style layout...

[@MrNobody-zx4jz]

Victrix Gambit vs razer wolverine vs thrustmaster eswap s?

[@dredddpatrol]

I'm something of a thrustmaster myself

[@ETAFRanger]

OMG! How can you talk about the Scuf Instinct Pro without even mentioning the amazing backside paddles/buttons!!! They are the best designed and implemented back-of-the-controller buttons on any controller, including MS's own Elite controllers. Also failed to mention the 3 programmable hot-swap profiles built into the controller, which can be programmed on the fly without any additional software required. Fine, you put it at the top of the list, but sheesh, at least explain all of the pertinent reasons why it's the best.

[@alejandrozamora3468]

The elite series is great, but after a year or so, the RB or LB buttons tend to go out. I’m on my 4th set already. Been wanting to try out the scuff but they cost a pretty penny.

[@RektomWreker]

Does anyone know of a controller like the thrustmaster where you can change the right analog stick to where the buttons are for xbox?

[@Kariu]

Are there any controllers that are authorized by XBOX series S/X that have a “Turbo” button feature.

[@MegaLPlover]

this video would've made alot more sense in 2020

[@andrewbieler4752]

I've gone thru 3 razer wolverine controllers in less than a year. They just break. It's comfortable but they just stop working after a few weeks

[@xGXRDINx]

What about the v2 chroma? Definitely the most reliable 3rd party controller

[@benavidesemilio]

Do the PowerA controllers have the same sensitivity of a official Xbox controller?

[@eyezerocool]

The pink black and blue one is awesome. Does it work on PC?

[@devinchristensen9225]

That "mis-shapen madcatz" joke in the beginning is so spot on. They were the WORST.

[@Benny_B0O0]

Do any of them last more than a year tho

[@smokedogg202]

Wolverine chroma is my favorite

[@strawberrysherbet96]

Best budget one is just the original series 2 controller. Way better than the power As

[@fdgfdg2055]

youre comparing a $30 controller to a $200 controller…

[@austinbaxter7427]

Anything is better then Power A

[@TheDarkstorm77]

8bitdo ultimate wired is awesome too and it's only $45

[@HikariSakai]

or just you know... buy a microsoft series x controller lol, I've always considered the stock controllers to be the best ones imo

[@HikariSakai]

@@applepie1911e but you literally only need to spend like 10$ more for a regular Xbox Series controller lol, you're telling me you cannot spend the extra 10$ for more quality?

[@drofftensive8032]

Power A stick drift within 4 days. Best controller for cheap is 8Bitdo Xbox controller. ZERO STICK DRIFT AND BUTTON MAPPING THROUGH YOUR PHONE.

[@zamsasu2004]

What's wrong with having them side by side?

[@Robyxz3D]

This entire video could have been an email bro

[@DDS.D4V3]

Power a ends up failing on the sticks. Left stick ends up moving the right stick.

[@austinbaxter7427]

Power A controllers break monthly without fail

[@DirtBoyTrilla]

That sounds great!

[@saphired02]

So out of curiosity, where would the elite 2 end up in the list?

[@danielbaker7166]

Don’t buy it LB and RB will stop working 8 months in had three due to warranty and all did the same thing waste of money

[@livibam]

Elite 2 is the only controller you need.. but the problem is, they brake fairly easily. I’m on my 7th across both gens.

[@Theone-be8xl]

If it brakes easily then maybe that’s a clue that perhaps that’s NOT the controller we need lmao

[@felixsalazar4475]

you literally just contradicted yourself lol. that sounds like the last controller anyone should buy

[@livibam]

@@felixsalazar4475 contradictions are a positive not a negative. Nothing lasts forever. It’s still the best Xbox controller regardless of its faults.

[@livibam]

@@Theone-be8xl that’s 1 controller per year. You just buy another. Like every material thing in life. It’s not a revolutionary concept.

[@JIMN_GG]

@@livibam if you spend 100+ on a controller that breaks within 5 months you're either very rich or just plain.........

[@Tayace1]

How is PDP not on this list?

[@patyson5823]

3:48 do this controller on bluetooth ??

[@stijnVDA1994]

The scuff feels like a slightly modified xbox controller. It feels like if you do it yourself it's much cheaper!

[@Armadyz]

Wired is a deal breaker, how far are you from your TV?

[@JakeMeOff1904]

Gamers need wired

[@paulvelez6824]

What they don’t mention is the amount of drift stick issues with these controllers

[@giovannigiorgio2262]

drift stick issues are common problem its dont matter ur controller price sooner or later ur stick will drift

[@Liljuan061]

It's a scam

[@88Opportunist]

See, that's the thing with the Thrustmaster model. It doesn't matter. You just buy new sticks and not a whole new controller.

[@acurisur]

The Power A controller lets you re calibrate the sticks when you get stick drift. Gets rid of the problem immediately

[@aarondavidson131]

@@88Opportunist right, where are you buying them from? They are always out of stock for me.

[@nandus6183]

How often do you need to update your power a controller on the software And do you need to update firmware

[@emansgaming910]

Got the power a ehanced for 10 bucks for my pc on offer up, best deal ever

[@doktorcorona4916]

Turtle controlle4 missing

[@9TIMES-Gaming]

Finally IGN came in clutch with this video other then some nerd in there moms house making this video back to back everyday 😂

[@MrNobody-zx4jz]

Victrix Gambit vs razer wolverine vs thrustmaster eswap s ?

[@conradeskins3362]

Best controller is the standard xbox controller and buy a strike pack if you are wanting paddles.

[@RichHomieBodhi]

the power a enhanced is an excellent controller. easily found for $20-25.

[@fazewindshield5140]

but it breaks in like 2 weeks

[@notaacreativehandle]

drift sets in quickly

[@Snipertjee]

Turtle beach controller?

[@seadx6]

What about fight sticks or fight pads?

[@noobtubephails]

My Power A started drifting after 3 weeks. Not even PDP is that bad.

[@xKillZone99]

wolverine v2 chroma probably the best

[@jumrug0175]

w

[@ManuXinzo]

5:00 199$ BUDGET

[@svaphynumber2]

The best controller is the one where the RB button still works

[@vincea2996]

Wow a gaming site and they don't even do research before putting out videos. The Wolverine which the so called professional didn't mention is that it does not have force feedback on the triggers like the regular and elite controls.

[@esportsmiyagi]

Not caring about budget what controller is best for competitive fps

[@bodhibra6988]

The elite series 2 controller is not good, I’ve gone through 2 of these in 1.5 years, the rubber grips on the handles start to peel, after a while of use the grips will literally be hanging by a thread, don’t but it

[@Edvardas96]

Sad the Razer one hasn't got extra buttons on the back

[@macblink]

Im here cause my xbox one s/x controller RB button is failing, dissapointed for such a costly controller in my country

[@jeevesss7752]

The best Series S/X controller is a Brooks Wingman XB and a Dualsense...

[@ericstowe8285]

how do u use a dual sense? w the cron adapter?

[@jeevesss7752]

@@ericstowe8285 Brooks Wingman XB adapter... let you use most Playstation controllers & even a Switch Pro controller.

[@officialbergenie]

Subbed and liked ✅️

[@jamesvancam]

W

[@belladonnasbat5816]

If you're looking at power A controller for theor price point, it might be worth looking at Gamesir G7. Similar price point to power A but its a much better controller.

[@nayeebG]

The Razor one is the winner for me in this video. Specially that click.

[@cool5402]

Ninja theory video games are cool

[@RetroGamerN64]

The worst controllers are the original Xbox one they always drift they only last a couple of months

[@GamingCornerYT]

Elite 2 seems to have the worst reviews! Stick Drift etc etc just puts me off unless anyone on here can convince me? 🤯

[@kovelli6711]

These are only the comments about it being bad

[@princewhitely7981]

Anything over 60 dollars IS NOT budget friendly though

[@robertoarcos6805]

Get a job and it will be

[@loneisdead8760]

Drop if few times its broke

[@muzza191282]

Elite controller stick drift after 4 months light use. UK supplier refused to take back as Microsoft didn't warranty after 4 months. Won't be buying a MS one again...

[@dark_rexuz3082]

Imho is the best 3rd party Controller the Turtle Beach Recon Controller. Never had a better one.

[@MrA-wd7gm]

He must not actually use the controllers obviously. There’s 2 button you can remap button too, not 3.

[@ThatAccumulator]

Razer Wolverine ultimate is better than all of these. Ign is slacking these days.

[@bobbydazzle4113]

The thumb sticks on all xbox controllers are to loose.

[@mohdimansaifullizan6193]

Marvel & Dc game pls

[@lunarity9034]

bro says this is budget. then proceeds to show a 200 dollar controller

[@mhnoni]

Nothing beats the OEM xbox 360 controllers. a premium product that lasts for years for only $50. we are getting scammed and we are happy about it. why does a controller need to cost > $70?

[@Kristianfreknu]

You should do a video about Playstation 5 controllers!

[@UNKNOWNB6]

just in time, my controller just started drifting

[@dadeffone]

8bitdo is fire

[@g-unit-rl7xz]

Default Controller Gang

[@TheBean87]

That’s me, they last an entire generation.

[@adventuresofanartist2265]

Check for redgear pro wireless it is budget controller really goes face to face with power a

[@gazilbanglachannel2371]

Please develop State Of Decay2 For Nintendo Switch 💌💌💌💌🌹

[@TheBean87]

Why?

[@Soniclover001]

One word. Battery Pack

[@hanes2]

Too bad the elite suffer from so many flaws as the original Xbox controller…

[@paradiseb5950]

If you play fighting games, the original xbox controller is awful, after about 5 months the d-pad will break and the bumpers also.

[@johnnylag2580]

Stop right there just get yourself a elite controller and you are done ✔️ 2-3 years

[@Bytesthedust]

Xbox elite 2 my fav controller of all time

[@craigrobinson5287]

The eswap is absolute junk. Works great for about a month then the sticks just start throwing you everywhere. Had 2 now and wont be buying again, awful

[@FernsHobbies]

llooll. the elite series 2 doesn't deserve to be on any list. that shiz breaks in less than 6 months sometimes even 3. It's very unreliable. These reviewers never use the controllers for a long time

[@michaelherrera333]

ive gone through 3 v2 chromas. terrible controllers

[@rramos7488]

How about $15 for a cheapy knockoff that works just fine. lol.

[@akosiboy3174]

What controller has haptic feedback and a touchpad? 😁

[@adityabahl]

Gimmics

[@jcmphreek]

@@adityabahl gimmicks until you try it and then it changes the immersion completely. Life long xbox player, first time I’ve gotten both consoles and gotten into PS, and their controller blows Microsoft away and it’s almost embarrassing. Easy to say it’s gimmicky until you actually sink time into it and into games that truly take advantage

[@maliciousmelon629]

when you bring console wars into everything

[@mysticaljp1]

@@jcmphreek the features are better on the dual sense but the actual comfort and ergonomics just don’t compete with Xbox. If we could have a controller with the dual sense features in an Xbox controller body, it’d be the best damn controller ever made.

[@acurisur]

Umm is that the gimmick controller that Sony made by any chance? What makes your comment even more hilariously misguided is the fact that this video isn't even about 1st party controllers

[@sychepsk]

ive got the powerA infinity its great and cheap

[@austinbaxter7427]

Terrible product