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Build Quality
Customers are overwhelmingly positive about the build quality of the 8BitDo Ultimate Wired Controller, with many praising its solid feel and premium design. The controller's sturdy construction, comfortable grip, and responsive buttons have been highlighted as major strengths by numerous reviewers. However, a small group of customers have noted that the thumbsticks have a stiff resistance and the triggers are somewhat stiff compared to other controllers. Overall, the build quality is seen as a significant improvement over many other third-party controllers in the market.
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Compatibility
Customers have positive opinions about the compatibility of the 8BitDo Ultimate Wired Controller with various devices including PC, Android, Raspberry Pi and Switch. Some customers had issues with previous controllers but found this one to be a significant improvement for gaming experiences. The controller's software allows users to program macros or button swapping, and its wired connection eliminates the need for constant switching between devices. However, some customers mentioned minor difficulties in pressing certain buttons while playing games.
Durability
Customers have mixed opinions on the durability of the 8BitDo Ultimate Wired Controller, with some praising its smooth and responsive feel and vibration, while others reporting issues with stick drift after only a few months of use.
Highlights
Quality
Very sturdy (no flimsiness), feels comfortable, feels like first party.
Time will tell if these are good in the long run, but they seem to be very well made.
The extra back pedals on the controller as well as the extra star pace button are not recognized by default by games which make... Read More
" but in cyberpunk 2077, i was struggling to get on target quickly enough, and i was basically a drunk driver.
Price
For the price, this is the best controller one could get!
I upgraded to the 8bitdo ultimate wired controller, still a reasonable price at $44, and wow, what a difference!
This company is killing it within this price range.
Bought 4 and for what i paid it was a great deal.
Packaging/appearance
I got this as a christmas gift and overall like it and am keeping it.
Competitiveness
8bitdo just consistently stands at the top of third-party controllers.
Basically identical to their very good xbox controllers except without the logo.
I wouldn't say it's as good as the recent official xbox / playstation controllers, but on the other hand, it's usually almost l... Read More
Almost comparable to the actual switch pro controller.
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good, great, right, left and long. - Our engine has profiled the reviewer patterns and has determined that there is minimal deception involved.
- Our engine has discovered that over 90% high quality reviews are present.
- This product had a total of 279 reviews as of our last analysis date on Aug 31 2024.
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Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
I was having issues with the analogue sticks getting glitchy when used with my switch
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
I almost blamed the controller but it turned out it just needed a firmware update
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
The wire is long enough to get to my seat comfortably but not so long that it is a hinderance
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
If what you are looking for is a feature with a good dpad and vibration for less than 30 this is the one
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
At first i blamed myself and figured i just had to get good at the game but as time went on i realized i wasnt the problem
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
That said it has its share of issues which might be benefits for other potential users
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
Thumbstick covers are a bit small which is not good for large hands but okay for smaller hands and decent for medium ones
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