Xbox Elite Controller Series 2: Is It Worth It In 2022? | Long Term Review

The Xbox Elite v2 controller is definitely top class, but it is still worth your money? Here is my experience after using this controller everyday for nearly 3 years. If you are in the market for a new controller this one still holds up today.
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[@jimmytimber7074]

I have had mine for a year so far with quite a bit of use and no issues. It's an amazing controller. Have a aim for ps5 and my elite 2 blows it away. Feels perfect in my hands paddles feel great and customization is great. Also excellent battery life. Might be the best overall controller I have ever owned. Love it so much I bought a used one on ebay with bad bumper buttons. It's a pretty easy fix. Great controller

[@CallMeIzuru]

I dont know why but I fell in love with the elite series 2, and your editing skills are awesome, good luck on your career

[@PigRipperLAW]

If it doesn’t break too soon like the first version then it’s worth it. It makes a big difference in enjoyment of playing and performance.

[@boysenberri]

Personal love the Xbox elite series 2 over any other on the market. It has the un-mapping of buttons feature that most others don’t.

[@MikeDoesStuff1]

I never thought to use the un mapping feature. That's good to know!

[@brzozx7651]

i would love it to if not the stick drift which is terrible i got 4 of them in the past and everyone end up with stick drift after a month

[@theconsolekiller7113]

@@brzozx7651 You might want to check out the King Kong Pro 2 controller with a Brook XB adapter. It uses hall sensors which doesnt seem prone to drift and feels awesome. The only issue is no back paddles and it has to be used wired on Xbox. The sticks feel super smooth and the controller offers alot of other features. Its missing trigger stops and stick tension adjustments too, so there may be some limitations depending what you use it for. I find myself switching between the Elite 2 and KKP2 depending on the game.

[@kadenielsen210]

@@brzozx7651dude new joystick modules are $8 each. Learn to solder and don’t waste $500 on controllers lmfao, average “it’s broken so I gotta buy a new one” consumer with no skills to fix their stuff

[@ajaxsid9034]

I use the paddle to shift gears manually in racing games. So satisfying, feels like paddle shifters.

[@J8suha]

I have both elite and the old razer v1 wolverine tournament edition and im glad i got the elite controller

[@Pucapuca1516]

I still use my elite controller series 2 til this day!!

[@Reznov0ps143]

underrated content creator. i like the pace of this video. good job sir.

[@MikeDoesStuff1]

Thank you appreciate it!

[@CutUhMutha]

Just so you know I love your channel I noticed you had a little subscriber rate I went ahead and subbed I been on KZbin since the days before Google owned it have a good day man 😊

[@MikeDoesStuff1]

Thank you I appreciate it!

[@CutUhMutha]

@@MikeDoesStuff1 I know you do bro I respect the grind I understand what everybody goes through for the hustle and the grind of even uploading to KZbin people don't do that for fun you know what I mean we live in a hard world everybody's trying to make a penny so I got you bro hope you're having a good night or good day or good evening good morning wherever you're at in the world 🌎🌍❤️

[@SubaruWRC1996]

I have the Scuff instict pro and I love it. Had it about a year and even accidentally dropped it a few times and still had no issues. Now you can get custom designed Elite series 2 controllers on the design lab for Microsoft I am tempted to pick one up. Will also mean I'll have two elite/pro controllers should one break.

[@Motinhox]

I absolutely love the feel of them, but unfortunately they get stick drift soooo easily. I've had 3 and all did the same. Never had the issue with the standard xbox controller

[@f44had]

When did you purchase your latest one? I'm wondering if the issues have been resolved if I were to buy one now

[@Motinhox]

@@f44had Last november

[@frenchbeluga7055]

@@f44had wait for elite 3 it’s really not worth it that much tbh.

[@f44had]

@@frenchbeluga7055 So, some funny news. I tested my luck with black elite series 2. Had stick drift right out the box. Returned and got full refund lol... Sigh..

[@CHRISFREE84]

I've had mine for 2 years I think it all depends on the quality control of the controllers at the time because I've had mine 2 years with no problems I had to replace the thumb sticks

[@jigs8437]

People actually never think of buying this as a used one. I got this controller on offerup for $80 barely used like new condition with the warranty still active

[@MikeDoesStuff1]

Good point that’s a great deal

[@JCor1-j6b]

This right here^^^ did the same for the same price

[@ISSO1407]

First off, i assume that these controllers had/have a huge issue with quality control and or issues with the consistency of the parts and youre basically rolling a dice wether you get a good or a garbage controller. Sadly this (mine) is a pretty garbage controller, it feels nice at first but is cheaply made and will probably break after a while. The paddles are nice but the small ones are the first things to go cause they just stop working properly after a few weeks of dust+sweat. The triggers arent that much better off, if i try to blow out the shoulder buttons because they decide to be sticky again for some reason on mine i shortcut circuits inside with the moisture. That causes the thing to just just fly through menues cause it permanently presses L3 button which activates sonic mode in the one/series home menu. Every time i do that accidentally im glad that the series x and ps5 are such convenient room heaters with places to dry stuff on. Heck i even burned off a chunk of plastic and rubber cause the left trigger is misalligned and was rubbing against the rubber and plastic permanenly. Just use the dang Series Controller, feels much better in the hands imo, you dont have to painfully open it every one or two months to clean it (which is very hard without damaging it) and it wont break just by using it normally. Btw, if youre on using a controller vs others in shooters on PC just throw yourself out the window please. Ive never broken a controller in 30 years even after using them at least a few hundred if not thousands of hours, not even a ps3 controller which people always complained about breaking after a few months... I assume those were mostly salty cod kids. This thing however started giving me problems after just a few weeks. Oh another huge plus is that this thing doesnt even manage to have a securely installed batterie, bad enough that its a permanently installed battery that you cant remove without opening it but mine also just disconnects if you give it a slightly over emphasized shake. At least 3 times over the last 5 years the disconnection of the batterie got so bad and basically became permanent i had to open it up to fix it, gladly i hate this thing so much i just slammed it flat on the table pretty hard to make the batterie slide back where its supposed to be, which fixed it for about a year each time. It also has the rubber becoming loose problem of the first gen Elites, just not as bad... At least as long as youre not opening this bitch up. Im glad ive got mine for free cause this thing causes nothing but misery. A while ago the left bumper started sticking again and im just mad cause i dont even use it for anything, its literally just in its charging pouch and waiting to be abused as menu navigator to open twitch/my own stream when my Series controller is used for emulators on PC at that time. At least mine doesnt have stick drift but to be honest ive never managed to cause on any pad ever, my smol hands are just too delicate to press any stick to death xD I also completely forgot about the trigger adjusting nipples on the back, theyre also a bad joke and will fly off after a while, i was lucky enough to find one of the two after they randomly fell off and super glued it back, the other one has been missing for 4 years or so cause i was not willing to search for it under my desk, and on/under the rug for hours.

[@rogerjohnson8035]

You'll reach a million subscribers someday 👍🏾

[@MikeDoesStuff1]

Thank you! Honestly it means a lot sometimes I get some people who aren’t really a fan so you wonder if people are enjoying what you’re making

[@MrThomCali]

Fantastic video! You deserve a much bigger audience!!!

[@Zenkai.boost.Kekkei.Genkai]

i'm good with the standard controller, i see no reason to get all these over expensive versions

[@squancher4977]

Yeah I just get joystick grips to help aim and that's all you really need

[@ralsterx]

great video, helped me with my decision of buying the controller! thank you.

[@JEMsTv_]

I've always loved my phones and controllers to be heavy. I never understood how people complain about it being too heavy. Light just feels super cheap to me.

[@OnePintJohnny]

I love the Elite 2, had one since a few years now but my stick drift is bad and the bumpers are broke. If you do get one, definitely get it with extended warranty:)

[@MikeDoesStuff1]

That’s a shame seems like it’s really hit or miss whether it breaks

[@ManofGears]

Boss keep posting. You are on a roll!

[@MikeDoesStuff1]

Thank you! I need to get back on the grind trying to come up with some good ideas

[@jesd319]

i love my 2 elite series 2 controllers i replaced the face plates with extreme rates faceplates through amazon one is clear the other is white

[@robsabey5190]

Here's a fun fact if you didn't know in the controller remapping section if you scroll with RB you can change the colour of the xbox light on controller

[@MikeDoesStuff1]

That’s pretty cool I’m going to check that out

[@wicho99w99]

Great video man! I liked how you are very detailed with your experience. Is it still working without issues?

[@MAZzZz32]

Moved from PS5 to Xbox X recently and I still miss the PS controller . . . do you think the Elite 2 will give me what I miss?

[@MikeDoesStuff1]

I’ve always been an Xbox controller fan by the layout I’m not sure if you like PlayStation for its layout but the scuf might be the way to go if you like both analog sticks on the bottom

[@HorDaFtW]

perfect review

[@enriquel619]

I still have the elite series 2 that I pre ordered when they came out. Still running strong and I've put it though some abuse.

[@Jeromerebirth15]

How quiet is the controller compared to the regular controller

[@enriquel619]

@Jeromerebirth15 if you're talking about the noise made from button mashing compared to the series controller, the elite is a bit louder.

[@adimart2214]

​@@enriquel619I mean the regular controller is already loud as it is so that sucks

[@Saint-14s-Shadow]

Personally my controller over the past few years has been the Razer Wolverine Ultimate. Insanely nice controller, I've only had to replace it once about a year and a half ago but then a few months ago it got some bad stick drift. So I've been using the controller that came with my XSX, now the bumper on it gave out and I'm looking for a replacement. Idk if I wanna pull the trigger on the Elite Series 2 or just go with what I know. Especially since the Elite 2 is such a dice roll, some people luck out and have it for a year or two while others are replacing it every other month.

[@joshbreaux5475]

Stupid question I'm guessing the charging station plugs into the xbox via USB. Does the station still continue charging when you turn off the xbox since there is still juice flowing to it because the xbox is plugged into the wall socket?

[@Leweise]

I use all 4 paddles & I love it. I own 2 series 1 & 5 series 2 controllers but as of right now only use the core which is the white controller.

[@tubztergaming5700]

Can I have one 😂

[@Leweise]

@@tubztergaming5700 sure lol, you can have one of the series 1 controllers they get no use anymore & they’re still pretty new if you don’t mind that it’s a series 1. They’re still pretty amazing.

[@ManofGears]

Boss great video! Subscribed for sure! Love the depth of field on the controller shots! Would love to know what lens you use?

[@MikeDoesStuff1]

I’ve been using sigma 14-24mm 2.8 and sigma 40mm 1.4 for all my videos since I got them I want to say it was probably the 40mm on those shots they are great value if you can find a deal second hand or even new on sale. Thanks for the love!

[@MikeDoesStuff1]

On Sony full frame

[@GetsOne]

I'm going on my third after-bumper failure. Overall, it's a great controller, but it isn't enjoyable to replace it.

[@azun1598]

Why the joystick when being push is impossible to click in certain angles ? i'm the only one that experience this issue ?

[@emmanueltecson8124]

new channel doing great content???? subscribed

[@YuniorGamboa]

It's a great controller, but man does it break easily. To clarify, I take care of my stuff like gold, and the right bumper started to have problems along with analog sticks. The Elite 2 has a lot of features and customizable options but it's way too delicate

[@TommyT_]

They could be the best controller in the world but their quality control doesn't exist

[@johngohar7667]

Wdym

[@squancher4977]

My friend bought one and it broke within 3 months so he recommended I don't buy one

[@j_igbo_404]

great vid brother God bless

[@famouzamir4183]

Yes it works good for me

[@f44had]

When did you purchase yours? I'm wondering if the issues have been resolved if I were to buy one now

[@AJJJ-co2vd]

I bought series 2 malfunctioned on day 3

[@darrenhunt7838]

I got stick drift straight out of the box. Because I got it through a rewards program I couldn’t see a way of getting it replaced. I certainly won’t be buying one.

[@f44had]

When did you purchase yours? I'm wondering if the issues have been resolved if I were to buy one now.

[@darrenhunt7838]

@@f44had about 18 months ago.

[@bobgrimes8618]

Mine is not charging fully using it in wireless mode. It is not quite one year old. Wired performance is perfect.

[@swh1386]

How does the joystick resistance compare to that of the series X/S controller?

[@ConsolasEight]

I love the Xbox Elite design, but my Elite 1 fell apart - stick drift, paddles became spongey and unresponsive, grips peeled away... Users have reported similar problems right out the box with the Elite 2 and it doesn't sound to me like Microsoft have said, "yes! we've definitely fixed the problems!" Those to called in their warrantees got new controllers, not the originals fixed. On the other hand I forked out £206 for a Scuff and it's going strong. Feels good, the outer paddles are great - reserve the inner one for rare uses - and I've had no stick issues in a year of use. Most of the stick response options are coming into standard game options in any event. The only thing that's lasted longer is my original basic Xbox S controller that came with my Xbox One S - never any issues with it.

[@MikeDoesStuff1]

Yeah definitely seems hit or miss with the elite 2 design is great, but many don't hold up glad your scuf is working for you! I debating on going for the scuf a while back, but was just a little too impatient at the time to wait for shipping

[@theconsolekiller7113]

Im considering Scuf after my next elite breaks. Whenever that is. Unless there is an Elite 3 that has mind blowing improvements by then. The only thing the scuf is missing is adjustable stick tension it seems. Not sure how much that would effect my performance. I got a Scuf reflex for PS5 and its a nice improvement in feel over the default controller.

[@COSMICWILLIE]

I have a normal Xbox controller and after 5 years of use it just go bad stick drift 😢

[@frenchbeluga7055]

My LB after I think a year is kinda not working but working

[@kyreewhitfield7450]

That's actually an easy fix.

[@frenchbeluga7055]

@@kyreewhitfield7450 yeah it works perfectly but now I have joy stick problems, definitely not worth the price tbh

[@kyreewhitfield7450]

@@frenchbeluga7055 I understand. I've gotten my used on ebay and just bought the accessories on Amazon and it's been great except the LB button. No way I paid full price.

[@TheGamerGuy1981]

Just still far too many quality complaints on reviews most places to recommend one. I had one and sold it.

[@Jay-im5st]

I literally had a wobbly d-pad out of the box

[@shi-woonyi2605]

Got mine yesterday, I hope it won't break too soon, I love the paddels, as a PC gamer I can change them to whatever I want and not just Xbox Buttons. I hope the elite 3 will have better quality controls and use magnetic sticks like the gulikit started doing, 8bitdo got theirs from gulikit, they CANT get stick drift. Companies should scrap the shitty sticks they buy from the same factory and really move on...

[@Aftermader]

did it break?

[@shi-woonyi2605]

@@Aftermader It's usable, but A button needs to be pressed a bit harder to respond... Left Analog Stick makes weird sounds and just doesn't feel like it's normal. :/

[@Aftermader]

@@shi-woonyi2605 that sound not so good.. i hope when i buy one it wont break early

[@castiel204]

great video

[@playboimac3059]

Can you connect a chat pad to this controller?

[@MikeDoesStuff1]

I’ve heard mixed messages some people state it works while others say it doesn’t I would maybe make sure you could return if that’s something you really want

[@cornishpasty7853]

i just got a series 2 on eBay for £50 so i hope its good

[@akandeoluwafemi2869]

Can I use the paddles for shooting ?

[@MikeDoesStuff1]

Are you rocking the Xbox Elite v2? Whats your thoughts?

[@fintan.]

great controller, but i’ve been through 4 now, luckily i’ve claimed warranty to the point of only paying for one. but it’s only been 2 years 💀

[@jdkgcp]

I don't recommend anyone who plays BR/MP buy the Elite 2. Within about a year and a half I started having massive right thumbstick stick drift. Also as far as the weight goes I don't mind a heavier controller, but the problem with the weight in the Elite 2 is it's all at the top... making it super top heavy. Mix that with the actual hand holds that imo are super undersized and not very "grippy" and the controller can go flying and just isn't comfortable or balanced. YMMV as far as hand sizes go but I think the Elite 2 is overpriced garbagio. I also agree with his statement about the back buttons. I "could" use all 4 (and have with other controllers) but there are too many accidental hits so it forces me to only use 2. Ultimately it comes down to hand size and weight/balance for me. Even if I hand little baby hands the balance is way off.

[@terenceramroop]

As long as you go in knowing that these are considered "consumables"...elite all the way. Even the standard xbox controller feels more "quality" than any competitor.

[@MikeDoesStuff1]

Yeah you got a point using one every day it’s not gonna last forever

[@delimiter2886]

The one issue I have with it that the rubber caps on the trigger stops fell off I don't even use them So I at least don't really mind

[@jackclowsley1160]

does it work on old gen xboxs or is it just the new gen ones

[@MikeDoesStuff1]

This one works on Xbox one

[@sadboy90sbub29]

Probably the worst controller I've ever used, problems with it soon as I got it out the box.. gonna stick with my razer chroma v2

[@MikeDoesStuff1]

I hear you I might give the razer a shot just to check it out seems like a decent value

[@Lobodenoche2400]

I don’t need a pro controller to be good , I just need a pro controller to be more godly

[@charlescuster6781]

Mine came with a broken audio port so my opinion it's fuckn trash, plus a sticky left trigger so I don't recommend

[@Lobodenoche2400]

Can you put the shorter pads on the bottom or do they only fit on the 2 top ones ?

[@RADERFPV]

You can interchange them however you want.

[@Lobodenoche2400]

@@RADERFPV cool

[@Lobodenoche2400]

@@RADERFPV thanks

[@RADERFPV]

@@Lobodenoche2400 👍

[@NotEyeman]

What type of thumbstick is the orange one?

[@MikeDoesStuff1]

Kontrolfreek inferno they snap on to an Xbox thumbstick

[@SipsOnLean]

where did u get that mouse pad?

[@MikeDoesStuff1]

It was faze x takashi murakami limited release they’re like $195 from resellers I think it was $60-$75 from the store still a bit overpriced but it looked cool

[@PremonitionGamingVid]

So basically it's the best controller out there IF you don't lose the quality lottery on the one you get.

[@MikeDoesStuff1]

Lol I like that quality lottery…pretty accurate!

[@PremonitionGamingVid]

@@MikeDoesStuff1 I picked one up today and it seems to make my hands sweat more but I can feel the quality

[@AlGggeee]

Just ordered one really cheap on ebay like 2 hours ago. New, sealed in box, but to be honest, I am very concerned about it having stick drift or button issues and not been able to use the manufacturer warranty.

[@jx2mtv]

see i want an elite controller but why is everyone saying they been through 3-4 of them lol

[@MikeDoesStuff1]

Lol I don’t know I’ve only had one, maybe I’m just lucky I use it a decent amount I’m starting to notice I’m developing some stick drift 3 years later after playing a lot of rocket league but never really had issues with shooters who knows

[@indethbed2546]

no gyros?

[@11bmxvids]

The elites series 2 is the best without question the only controller that will be better is the the next elite controller done story. (Yes I’ve tried tuns of all those other controllers )

[@cedargrove1016]

10 hours a day. Good golly my guy

[@MikeDoesStuff1]

The pandemic was a different time 😂

[@-MRIDGAF-]

Can you use it on ps4 now?

[@MikeDoesStuff1]

I believe it’s possible with an adapter but not out of the box

[@koozie83]

I was not impressed with how quickly mine started developing stick drift on the left stick. Only took about 2 weeks of about 1 hour a day of playing. It excels in every other aspect though.

[@travis8106]

I had a huge problem with drift for while. Do you eat while playing? Or play when you have dirty hands? I got stick drift on all of my PS4 controllers. Would get a replacement about 3 times a year. I would come home from doing construction, hop straight on. Dinner would be ready usually soon after and I would eat during downtime, only to pick the controller up with the same hands. After I looked into it, new rule, no dirty hands. Never replaced a controller since and its been a couple years.

[@MotivatedMike24]

I love the elite 2 but I got an scuf instinct pro which I like a little more

[@MotivatedMike24]

The price is of the elite 2 is really good tho the scuf is maybe 30$ more I think

[@MikeDoesStuff1]

How do the paddles feel are they flimsy? I always see reviews of the scufs breaking but the instinct design looks better

[@roninstormYT]

how dare you use a kontrol freaK STICK on oa elite 2 when it has tall thumbstick disrespect

[@MikeDoesStuff1]

To my defense I attempted to use the tall thumb stick when I first got it, but I had been using the kontrol freeks for a while already and it felt more comfortable. Had I never used them I probably would’ve just rocked the tall stick. But I get your point LOL

[@deethang867]

@@MikeDoesStuff1 bro I use kontrol freaks on mines too 🤣🤣.

[@BA3YDADDY]

Next time clean your controller before filming it 🤮

[@jamiejkk]

Had mine for around 3 years then I has stick drift I just got a new one

[@MikeDoesStuff1]

Not a bad run! I’m starting to notice some stick drift after a month of a lot of rocket league

[@oldschoolgamer5113]

These remotes are trash and make shooters and fighting games impossible for me. My hand is shaped nothing like this remote and gives me wrist and finger pain like a mouse and keyboard to the 10th power. I'm on my 10th remote. Don't buy the elite 2 on sale they are refurbished. The Duke and the s type are the perfect pistol grip and with a over the top grip and my favorite remotes. I can't play shooter's or fighting games with any Xbox one remote. I hate my elites, the sideways reach and stretch grip is terrible and my hand looks cramped just to hold it. Who's hand did they use for this design?? I use all kinds of power tools for work and have no trouble, as soon as I put this remote in my hand it's like the wrong tool for the job, like putting your shoes on the wrong foot and trying to run. Awful design and even worse quality. I have every console since the 80's all with original remotes Xbox one is the only console I have to buy new remotes for. If I could just plug in my duke or s type or 360 remote I'd be fine. These are dog shit....

[@subzero308]

we live in a world where people think COD is a good game lmao... smh i miss the days when Halo 2 and Halo 3 actaully were the skilled games.. now kids can jump into fortnite and then got to cod and just play because there is no skill involved at all.. and trust me i know halo is now dog water... anything after H3 is complete trash... but coming home from school turnin on ya xbox and jumpin into Halo 3 with a population of 800/900K players online is a different feelin... cod isnt terrible but compared to real halo games its basic.

[@MikeDoesStuff1]

Halo 2 was some of my favorite times nothing ever really touched that for me

[@mulb3rrystreett273]

Ur so mad for what? Some people enjoy cod for the nostalgia as well as the change in gameplay throughout the years. Not everyone likes it yea but u do realize how big of a playerbase the cod community still has? Warzone had 400 million people playing it with more in its peak. Vanguard was terrible and Mw2 is catered towards bad players. But u cant call Cod bad just cuz u were a halo guy back when gaming was actually good.

[@meman176]

i broke 4 of them in 2 years every single time it was bumper issues! razor wolverine v2 CHROMA can be purchased for $100 if you have amazon prime. it has 6 paddles! ELITE SERIES 2 IS GARBAGE, but it is the BEST garbage i have ever seen, and used. Loved it until it broke 4x on me. I NEVER dropped it. If you play any game that uses bumpers alot (like fortnite or assassins creed) Then the elite series 2 will only last you like 2-6 months. It will be a good 2-6 months but short lived. Get razer chroma! I have had no other issues all 4 elites had bumper issues, bumpers will register two- zero inputs at random, making gameplay impossible for any game with bumpers. The bumpers literally work based on a PIECE OF PAPER on the inside of the controller. go and look at the inside of the controller! the bumpers are literally made out of PAPER. If the paper gets bent, your bumpers break. (It will get bent from pressing bumpers alot.) Unfortunate but good controller till it breaks. It has SEVERE issues. I promise you! When your warrenty ends, you can get a new s2 elite for only $80 from microsoft. And keep the broken one! Thats a good deal, but its gonna break still. Razer wolverines have better bumpers in my opinon. And you can get a 2 year warranty on amazon. I personally bought another series 2 elite for $80 from my expired warrenty, AND the Razor Wolverine v2 Chroma. The Razor is a BEAST of a controller!

[@MikeDoesStuff1]

Solid info thanks!

[@hushslade4695]

Those rubber grips always peel off for me so I have to buy a controller sleeve to prevent that.

[@yeejay6396]

Jfc the quality of this content. Hmhmm 🤌🏾