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Build Quality
Customers are highly satisfied with the build quality of the AKNES 8Bitdo Pro 2 Bluetooth Controller. They praise its sturdy construction, ergonomics, and quiet buttons. Some customers have had their controllers for years and continue to love them. The retro design is also a popular feature among buyers.
Compatibility
Customers are highly satisfied with the compatibility of the AKNES 8Bitdo Pro 2 Bluetooth Controller, reporting it works seamlessly on various devices including Switch, Apple, Windows, Steam Deck, Android and Raspberry Pi. Some customers have had minor issues but overall the controller is praised for its versatility and ease of use across multiple platforms.
Connectivity
Customers are highly satisfied with the connectivity of the AKNES 8Bitdo Pro 2 Bluetooth Controller. They praise its ease of use, quick pairing capabilities, and ability to seamlessly switch between multiple devices. The controller's responsive app and programmable back buttons further enhance the user experience.
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Quality
I love the way the back buttons can be easily modified and has a nice click when pressed
It's built very well, the size and erganomics are perfect, the buttons are not loud/ clicks, and the selector switch on the bac... Read More
Battery life is quite long and setup isn't too hard.
I still wish you could swap hotkeys via the controller itself, but the app is good enough at this point that i can forgive it.
Competitiveness
It was very similar to this product without the extended downward handle bars.
Still, it is a good value and much better than the cheaper ones out there.
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- This product had a total of 86 reviews as of our last analysis date on Mar 2 2025.
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Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
I wish there was better information on what the different modes actually do and dont do and it could be a lot easier to find the configuration program
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Battery life is quite long and setup isnt too hard
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
I dont know if im the right or wrong person to review this because ive been a bit 8bitdo fan for years
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
All of my favorite retro and modern controllers are by 8bitdo these days except my sega saturn pad i dont know why theyre missing the ball on that one
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
I still wish you could swap hotkeys via the controller itself but the app is good enough at this point that i can forgive it
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
It comes with some bonus analog knob covers that look great but honestly dont feel good to use i hope they revise these in the future they are too convex and basically cover up the ideal shape of the default stick
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
I honestly like it over than the 8bitdo ultimate and the only feature it doesnt have here is the 2
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
The first controller i got from 8bitdo was flatter like a snes controller in terms of shape
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