As part of a limited time Lightning Deal, Amazon is offering the excellent 8BitDo Ultimate Wireless Controller for only $39.99 – a 20% discount – but it’s selling out quickly. It’s compatible with Nintendo Switch, Steam Deck, PC, Android, and even iOS (officially supported by Apple). The 8BitDo Ultimate is often considered one of the best 3rd party wireless controllers for the Nintendo Switch and it’s a lot cheaper than the Pro controller. Check out our 8BitDo Ultimate review.
8BitDo Ultimate Wireless Controller (Switch Compatible)
The 8BitDo Ultimate controller connects via Bluetooth 5.0 (Switch only), 2.4GHz wireless, or USB Type-C cable. It works with the Switch out of the box with no dongle required. At $30 less than the price of a Switch Pro controller, it has a lot going for it. The controller has been updated with hall effect joysticks, so you won’t have to worry about stick drift. In addition to the core buttons, it also has a Mode switch button (X-input, D-input), 2 Pro back paddle buttons, and a custom profile switch button (supports up to 3 profiles). The buttons are remappable and you can even adjust analog stick, hair trigger, and rumble sensitivity or set up macros via the Android, iOS or PC app. It is powered by a 1,000mAh rechargeable battery that will give you about 22 hours of playtime and a charging dock is included.
In terms of fit and feel, the 8BitDo Ultimate is excellent. It’s lighter than the Switch Pro controller but it still feels very solid and comfortable in your hands. The D-pad and analog joysticks react precisely, and the buttons have nice clicky tactile feedback. The retro style looks great.
Compared to the official Switch Pro controller, it is missing a few features like HD rumble (although it does have standard rumble), amiibo sensing, and the ability to wake the Switch from sleep. In exchange, you get extra buttons, the ability to remap buttons, hall effect joysticks, a better D-pad, more customization options, and compatibility outside of the Nintendo Switch platform, all at a significantly lower price.
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