ULTIMATE Comparison: Budget Xbox Pro Controllers From $25-$100

[@vhsodre]

Cuda, 8BitDo released an updated version of their Ultimate for Xbox, that now includes detachable cable and hall effect sticks.

[@vCuda]

My god how did I miss this. It's not a separate device, so I assume there wasn't much marketing but I still should've looked to make sure. Huge mistake on my part! Thank you for telling me about this. I will link it in the description! That puts it more in line w/GameSir's controllers, providing the sticks perform better today than they did when first used on the Switch Ultimate controller. I'll be purchasing one today!

[@vhsodre]

​@@vCuda They also updated that Pro 2 Wired for Xbox, adding a detachable cable, but this one still doesn't have hall effect sticks. I believe they released both not that long ago.

[@sbattosai]

It's not very good. It hurts my hands (a little smaller), like bad. Also the included cable is shorter than Gamesir's and for me, the major dealbreaker is the non reactive Y button when using the RB/RT buttons (I play efootball a lot). Gamesir G7 SE was better overall but had the same Y button issue. I returned both. Today I just received the G7 with microswitch buttons and I will test over the weekend but I am really hopeful it's going to be IT for me. Thanks for reading

[@n64slayer]

​​​@@vCudaNo fly didgi apex 4 or vader 3 😢 flawed review (jk i love u ❤️) Apex 4: $85 aliexpress, $160 amazon (if in stock) Vader 3: $50 aliexpress, $80 amazon

[@yeahboah307]

hey man between t4 kaleid and G7 SE which one shoukd i buy? for pc only, and appart from that, if i should decide between those 2 and the 8BitSo, which one would you recommend? @@vCuda

[@jacenchrisbaker]

All Gamesir has to do is make a 4 back button, clicky trigger, hall effect controller with their level of quality, and they immediately put a dent into the pro controller/custom controller market. That breaks the 'meta', and I think they will actually do it at some point.

[@eag8999]

Make one like that for $70 and one wireless with same refresh rate at $100 and it is the insta goat. Trigger stops would be cool too. I actually love the back button locks on my g7se for rocket leage

[@kwoni3337]

This, it's like they've all made a secret pact to not make the perfect controller, because once one of them does it all of them will have to follow suit.

[@snowwsquire]

with gyro and dualshock 4 emulation

[@snowwsquire]

and bind back paddles to keyboard buttons

[@camarochrislt1]

Might want to look at a flydigi vader 3 pro

[@Nickentowd]

was not ready to watch cuda standing up

[@vCuda]

Standing on controller-related business 🤓

[@LiljamezZz]

Hes so big 😍

[@kaistadler007]

​@@LiljamezZzbro... what!?!?

[@Thysonofchungas]

He can stand?!?

[@BRIGHT_LORD_C]

Should we stand too? Don’t want him to feel alone

[@quynguyenkhanh5983]

We are so back, i love you vCuda

[@DennisxDaring]

Glad to see you get back to it. Please know that we want you to be great and we belive in you.

[@vCuda]

❤❤❤

[@Argosh]

Me not even owning an xbox or a ps, or even actually playing games with controllers still geeking out about your content 😂

[@douglepong]

I bought the Gamesir T4 Kaleid because of you man. Nicest controller I ever used thanks to you.

[@CheersToYou007]

Too bad PS5 can't get this amount of love from you, Cuda, seeing that PS5 doesn't allow as many 3rd party controllers like Xbox does.

[@mechaboy0226]

They don’t ???

[@Ghosty2004]

Sony wont allow love so yea they're the only ones to blame lol

[@arcticowl1091]

Sony likes money, so they only want you to buy the official controllers mostly.

[@CheersToYou007]

​@@mechaboy0226 No, there's only 4 to 5 3rd party ps5 controllers.

[@77wolfblade]

Wasn't there an firmware update that damaged the third party controllers on the PS5?

[@death2abrahamism]

More than happy to be seeing these types of comparisons. Bonkers this video has been 3 years in the making! 👍

[@Bruvv0]

Love the videos met you a few years ago not sure if you still live in the neighborhood or not but your a cool dude

[@user-mi7nw5kt4w]

Your review of the g7 se convinced me to get one and I couldn't be happier with it

[@neat2014]

Hey, how is it after 2 months?

[@user-mi7nw5kt4w]

@@neat2014 still works great, no issues yet and I've been using it a lot

[@user-mi7nw5kt4w]

​@@neat2014it still works great, no issues yet and I use it all the time

[@pivad1388]

​@@neat2014 i have just g7, it's still as good as it was when i bought it. absolute zero regrets

[@Teeski4Wunna]

@@neat2014well I’ve have had mine for a lil more than a month and I’ve been playing fortnite everyday it’s def better than the regular Xbox controller and still working like brand new 🤷🏾‍♂️

[@xKHA0Sx]

Great videos and vibes! The GameSir G7 has been my go-to since last year.

[@candyman1310]

Yeah ever since cudas video on the g7 se I was lovin it but I had moved and forgot my controller at a friends house so now I either buy a new one or just wait like a year til I move back (I’m 100% just gon buy a new one)

[@xKHA0Sx]

@@candyman1310 It's a great one!

[@jaymes3939]

how is the wired connection holding up? i have a standard series X controller and the audio drivers/type C connection are failing

[@nextggz]

I love my Gamesir G 7 SE. It has been the best controller I've ever used since the Razer wolverine TE. All recommended by you. Keep up the great work.

[@slashfan1019]

My razor wolverine TE is starting to wear down (thumb sticks are peeling off and left bumper starting to work less and sometimes the x button near my left trigger gets stuck) after 4 years 😢. Too bad they discontinued. I was planning on buying the g7se because the paddles look like they’re in a similar position. Would you say the switch was easy and comfortable?

[@nextggz]

@@slashfan1019 yes. It's as small as the wolverine. I have big hands since I'm 6'5". The X button started to get stuck as well on my controller. That's why I went with the gamesir g7 SE. I love it.

[@nextggz]

@@slashfan1019 oh. I forgot to mention that the only downfall is that It can slip of your hands so getting the grips it will help.

[@slashfan1019]

@@nextggz sounds good, thank you!

[@Ejp23_]

Gamesir se or raver wolverine te, which one is better brand new?

[@BK-td6st]

Yessssir glad to see you uploaded bro 👊🏾 hope you feeling a little better and remember WE ARE HERE FOR YOU ! Great video and keep talking to us, see you soon ! 👊🏾❤

[@Viralityoflife]

I have the PowerA and I love it. Great controller overall, low latency.

[@mvpgigasimpakaHoltzmen]

Yo bro thanks so much this’ll help me pick me budget pro controller. Cheers mate

[@SonicCraft]

I'm curious about your thoughts on FlyDiGi controllers (Vader 3 Pro, Direwolf, Apex 3/4, etc.), do you have a video about those in the works?

[@vCuda]

Maybe Probably Yes

[@Triro]

Glad to see you back vCuda. Also I don't know how long ago this was filmed. But I think Gulikit's KK3 should've made this list.

[@mister3speed727]

If you're playing on Windows 10, the Gamesir G7 SE can only go up to 500hz/2ms. To use 1000hz/1ms, you need Windows 11. I'm not sure about any other OS or the regular G7. I still highly recommend the G7 or G7 SE, depending on your preference. I'm using the SE on Windows 10, and I love it. Thanks for making these vids vCuda.

[@mister3speed727]

@@SanSan-fv1um I dunno.

[@olytorres4499]

What about on the xbox console?

[@mister3speed727]

@olytorres4499 I'm not sure. 500hz/2ms works fine on console, but iirc it disables the mic functionality on the controller until you set it back to 250hz (at least on console). I haven't tested the mic on pc, and I haven't tested the 1000hz/1ms mode on any of the consoles.

[@SleepyWindex]

The Vader 3 pro not being on here is straight robbery

[@mo_venegas]

...Xbox is in the title lmao

[@SleepyWindex]

@@mo_venegasit can work on Xbox

[@jedirayden]

Is that usable on Xbox? Genuine question.

[@SleepyWindex]

@@jedirayden yes

[@MillerTheOriginal]

Such a brilliantly made review video. Easy to gather information and dun while your at it.

[@jamestoth2594]

You're the only one I found that actually made a video specifically for what I was searching for liked and subscribed

[@lahso4274]

love you fam, we always here for you man, keep the videos coming

[@outatim3216]

Glad to see you back keeping you in my prayers! Great video it was worth the wait.

[@CobraF1]

Really awesome video in terms of info! And very nicely produced 🙌 Thanks vCuda

[@tnep69]

Just got the g7 se a couple days ago. Absolute game changer

[@antwong6999]

game sir is highly recomended due to his last review on them i picked one up. after about 7 months my right tigger stopped working and they worked with me and sent a brand new controller since the warenty was not up. Amazing.

[@chito8313]

Man, you come up with some of the funniest things. No one else does humor like you 🤣. Thanks for these videos. As you probably noticed, I really enjoy them. 👏👏

[@jd3666]

Love your videos. Glad to see you back at it. The pre gain on certain channels is too high for audio. So usually i can crank my phone and do somethings else with fine audio. This one is scratchy? Its not really bad but it punches and has noise.

[@Ian-ox1hi]

It's always gunna be a good day when I wake up and see that you've got a new video out. I don't ever even need a new controller lol, I just enjoy your content.

[@ModderForka]

You are the only person i go to for checking out the gritty details on controllers.

[@bluntmanj1441]

I've been using my gambit for a year till the lb broke I emailed them and they responded pretty fast it took awhile to come but once I sent all the info they were pretty good so maybe they heard you! So thanks for that! Always love the vids and appreciate your input! Once my gambit goes I'm going with the new bfg for Xbox that one looks amazing! Can't wait to see your thoughts on it! Also I saw your going through some stuff and just wanted to say stay I know it hard but there's people out there who got your back!😊

[@m2pmd70]

Thabk for the thorough review. I also appreciate your work with Thin Lizzy. ;)

[@711ramen4]

Your videos are a welcome alternative to me getting my FIFTH Xbox core controller.

[@christopherantoin]

Speaking as someone who only plays fighting games; the octagonal gates on the Gambit, and Pro BFG also from Victrix, are THE selling point for a fighting game pad. No one else is offering them for PC, Xbox, or PS controllers. Additional buttons, trigger stops, low latency, etc. are pretty much common place and while those are all fantastic features of a 'pro' controller, absolutely nothing beats the confidence you get during a combo than being able to securely slam the analog stick into one of those 8 beautiful corners. If you prefer a leverless or traditional arcade stick for fighting games, or you're playing anything other than a fighting game or classic arcade title, then you won't find them useful.

[@slumbur.]

ayyy bro is back, shit made me smile seeing an upload

[@rhoadsy]

After 3 xbone controllers failed on me, I made the leap to an elite series 2. Stick drift day one out of the box. I was pissed. Naively, I exchanged it instead of returning it, however, the spirit of Phil Spencer must've been watching over me since the replacement has been going strong for over a year now, which is an eternity in the elite controller world from what I've gathered. But, I'm walking on eggshells, just waiting for the day it dies. When it does, that G7 SE def has my eye. I always look forward to the vids, dude!

[@_wanderingrocks_]

Elite 2 would be perfect if they hadn’t cheaped out on components. I went through two in about a year and on both the bumpers started failing: first one after about eight months and the second one after only ten weeks of semi-daily use. I have a Vader 3 pro arriving today, sorry Microsoft, you really dropped the ball with Elite 2

[@3191nato]

I had 2 Gamesir G7 SE's and both got the bad grinding on the left thumbstick at the top where it meets the anti-friction ring. I decided recently to try another one and this new one does not have the grind at all so maybe they fixed that but I can say that it is an awesome controller. Highly recommend.

[@DemonidPvP]

Finally, i been waiting for this video for like 2 months, thanks a lot vCuda, take care men!

[@nicolasherrera5602]

Really appreciate your hard work and dedication

[@clintmurphy5436]

I bought a Gulikit KK pro 2 because of you bro.. I beat it to death and it wont quit. I think it deserves a spot on this list for sure, Thanks bro!!

[@kevingauvreau2156]

What a comeback! Thanks Cuda!

[@mrmasher1126]

rapid fast comparison. Thanks for the review bro.

[@TM-pw6zb]

Glad to see you back at it! Love your channel bro

[@gamingduck006]

Bro, I fucking love the Marty McFly 2015 jacket bro

[@phillipstodgell7303]

Jacket still looks FRESH! Better late than never right!! 👏

[@jayceg.9180]

Thank you for being the best channel on KZbin for this content.

[@Zapplezz]

Great video man. Good to see you doing what you love. I heard in the comments you have a video coming out for PS controllers, but I was also wondering if you’d be interested in doing a video for universal (PC, Android, Switch) controllers. I’m a pc guy trying to turn my rig into a console-like experience (smart tv, router, moonlight, etc.) but so far I haven’t decided on a controller. Appreciate it, keep up the good work!

[@interseth]

Surely one of the most useful videos you've put out. Thanks for the content and keep hanging on dude ♥

[@notprix]

you da GOAT cuda, we appreciate you fa making reviews dope nd entertaining to watch ❤

[@juanpablogonzales7214]

Always nice watching your videos bro 😎 keep up the amazing work ✌🏼

[@clappingguys]

ty for introducing me to the controllers, watching the whole video 🙏

[@raphaelorozco7950]

love your videos they always make me laugh! and great and honest reviews too 👍🏻

[@purplestang4742]

Love the vid man. I'm still rocking an old spectra and it gets me by I'm thinking about jumping over to gamesir but I'm waiting to see if they combine all the features for a more premium controller 🤞 hopefully this year

[@matrixhasyou13]

I'm not sure if you use Kontrol Freeks, but maybe if you do, in the future, could you please let us know? Love your channel! Super glad I found it!

[@hardtobearit]

Sorry I'm 2 hours late to this. I haven't slept yet so I'm gonna come back to this when I wake up. Big ups man.

[@hardtobearit]

ok fully watched. solid video

[@Jimcar777]

Excellent video, which of these gamepads would be best for Street Fighter 6.

[@danielnguyen102]

Love ya work mate

[@Savage80]

Great video I also recommend game sir I just randomly bought the kaleid controller with rgb and for $50 you get alot of bang for buck great controller do yourself a favor buy one you won't be disappointed

[@MasterChef1957]

8:36 I actually have this controller still. But after a bit over a year almost a year and a half i can report two recent breackages. The first was the right thumb stick breaking off... this was fixed with a toothpick (no im serious) widdled down to the perfect size and then shoved into the hold where the joystick broke...Still works really well. But the second breakage was the left bumper. Idk what happened but now it rattles and isnt staying properly attached to the controller anymore. Still works kinda

[@theshaunawagner]

Yes that controller is really well but the company spent most of their attention on the inside of the controller and how fast it is instead they should have spent more attention on the durability for it

[@merciless972]

Great review, appreciate it!

[@CosmicJubatus]

i've been hitting my head against the metaphorical wall of reseachin pro-controlers for PC, so this review & the next one are coming in clutch for me ¡thanks 🙏🏽

[@ULTRAKOPIA]

You're missing the best budget Xbox/PC controller. Which is called the "Snakebyte GAMEPAD PRO X" that has both Hall-effect Triggers and thumb sticks along with hair trigger stops and two remappable back buttons all for just $80!!!

[@oldie-worldie]

I just watched your (im not reviewing the scuff controller) from 2 years ago, man your voice has changed a lot. Yo getting old 🫣, wait, that means i am 😅 keep up the good work bro.

[@KB5G]

thanks for making this video, it helps a lot

[@peacebestill439]

Great video my man, really helpful and definitely sold on the Gamesir G7!

[@harunoderso]

wait for flydigi vader 4 pro. 80$ for pro controller with all the features and unable to get stickdrift

[@peacebestill439]

@@harunoderso that's amazing. I'd like to know what the build quality is. BTW, I'm loving the G7!!!

[@harunoderso]

@@peacebestill439 I bought it and it is amazing, would recommend

[@BrxdyBeamZ]

5:42 I have that controller it’s pretty good but has a lot of stick drift now and I’ve only had it for 3-4 months so I gotta buy a new one already I’ll be buying the Game sir g7 now because I’ve been hearing a lot about it and a controller with no stick drift for 40 dollars sounds good to me

[@ThePegcitydude]

Welcome back my friend!

[@RowdyLowdy]

So pumped for this video!!!

[@mightydazken]

I'm almost 2 years in using my Gambit with all 4 backbuttons. Essentially replacing the facebuttons for me in all shooters. I agree the top buttons placements are a bit awkward, but they still feel great for detachable buttons tbf. LB/RB breaking too easily is really my only gripe.

[@MariusHeier1]

Thanks for the mention ❤❤❤

[@2mten]

Thanks! Was just looking for a budget controller. Albeit got my Brook Wingman XB2, and testing my old trusty dualshock PS4 on my Xbox Series S. Buttons on the DS is much better, but after your review, i need to look into Gamesir 😊

[@jbtripleog522]

Another dope video bro, But can you let us know about the Gamenetics controllers? Looks really good and it comes with 4 clicking back buttons and triggers. It would be a dope video cuz no one has talked about it in here

[@overmedium2]

vCuda, thank you so much for this helpful review! Gamesir g7 se purchased on your affiliate link - no brainer there!

[@kylegibson5933]

Glad to see you back 🤙🔥

[@roguexranger9043]

Everybody talking about the flydigi apex 4... have you heard of it? Great video btw!

[@philipwensel]

You’re the best man, thanks for another banger

[@blicky308]

Broke my elite series controller , dropped it off at gamestop , got the power a enhanced for $22 bucks as a cheapo replacement. The back buttons are what sold me . I mapped one to jump and the other to slide for COD movement . I actually like the back button placement. I dont think ill have stick drift issues as i wont wear down the joysticks from pressing l3 and r3 . Once my elite series arrives im giving it to my kids to play roblox on pc since they like paddle jumping . They scratched that itch of wanting to try back buttons , the fusion looks dope but throw an extra 90 to it and you got an elite series . You're the best cuda !!

[@gojitsu305]

Can you rewiew the Snakebyte Gamepad Pro controller with hall effect sticks and 5 years of warranty?

[@Zorba007]

That GTA 6 wallpaper looking clean af

[@aidansvids]

Another PEAK video from Cuda again, I’ve been using the Elite Series 2 and Thrustmaster Eswap for COD, they are both very good controllers, after the last video I was really worried another Etika situation would occur, but here we are. Thank you for putting out some of the most entertaining and informative content I’ve on seen KZbin.

[@mr_epic_beast]

I actually really like the powerA fusion pro 3, good customer support imo (had one replaced quickly), good case, can use the faceplates from previous models, I mainly like the back buttons more then any other controller I've tried.

[@mr_epic_beast]

But also got it for like $60 on sale and it does have software.

[@Cprids]

thanks for making this. hope you're doing well man. I feel like controllers these days are so close to being great but always have some fundamental flaw. I wish we could get a controller with good ergonomics, two buttons up top by the bumpers/triggers, and two on the back, 1 ms response times, and hall effect sticks. I'm still rocking my 3 year old razer wolverine te (v1) and the sticks are balding. Razer is very close, if they could get hall effect sticks and 1 ms response time I feel like they'd have the market in a chokehold.

[@DBailey94]

The "chitty chitty bang bang" edit from bad boys had me geeeeeekin out 😂

[@LT21Titans27]

Recently got the 80$ Snakebyte controller. Braided wire cable for connection, hall effect sticks, two back buttons, and good trigger stops.

[@llittlle]

I’m on PlayStation but I can’t resist vcuda content

[@XDark187]

amazing video as usual, can you make a detailed video on the FlyDigi Apex 4?

[@vCuda]

Plan on it!

[@pjslon9219]

Flydigit Apex 4 has solved the gradual loss of centering due to the spring loosening with its "flat bar return to center" mechanism. And it has hall sensors too. So, I believe it's the first pad to have solved the stick drift on the sensor and the mechanical level!

[@cherrypoptart2001]

I would recommend staying away from Power A controllers as much as possible. 2 of my buddies including me got stick drift out the box, my bumpers became unresponsive within a few months despite never dropping it once and zero physical damage to the bumper or the contact.

[@franky8450]

I got the elite core and tbh I love it. Hasn’t broke on me for a while now and I have heavy hands when playing games. Love it

[@samaantree]

Looking healthy V great review as always 🤟🏿

[@indonesia5000]

Glad to see ya fam. 🎉🎉

[@yodaddykiyoshi4557]

Can you check out the hyperx clutch gladiate? Also glad you see you back bro, hope you're doing well

[@kadndelondor5982]

nice video and lego minifigure XD !! im waiting the gamesir t4 cyclone pro review i already bought it XD but im waiting the review anyways

[@Curtiscr859]

LOVED THE VIDEO!

[@MTM_Draws]

I have the G7 SE. For the first few months of owning it I really enjoyed it! I installed a pair of Kontrol Freek thumb grips on my controller (Playstation version of the thumb grips not the xbox version) and it worked for everything I wanted it to work with! That was until a week ago (got the controller in november 2023) when the A button stopped responding. Because this issue was most likely just a dirty contact on the board and it was super easy to get down to the thumb stick modules for cleaning I figured that I could do the same with the A button. Unfortunately, as soon as I removed the screws from the layer where the faceplate snaps into place, the controller just exploded. Do not get this controller! Hall effect sticks do not guarantee that something else won't fail over the same time frame as a regular controller!

[@garrettstrutz7421]

Well arnt u a smart one. Should have just sent it back for a new one on warranty. It comes with 1 year

[@MTM_Draws]

@@garrettstrutz7421 my point here is that it lasted about the same amount of time as a regular xbox wireless controller while also costing about the same when they are on sale and is not repairable by the end user therefore it was not worth it for me

[@R3AL-AIM]

In the market for another controller, good timing 👍

[@mkatakm]

G7 SE is a wired gamepad which is way inferior to V3 Pro. I know because I have both. Yet their prices are close. That I don't know why.

[@Jimcar777]

Which of these gamepads would be best for Street Fighter 6.

[@mkatakm]

@@Jimcar777 sorry I only play racing games.

[@trickedsyco4571]

Bro said “the titanics customer service is faster” im crying 😂

[@MrWoldWide12]

I'm a bit confused didn't you review the 8bitdo ultimate controller back in the day? I remember searching for reviews for it before getting it and this was how I found you in the 1st place.