Higher ratedRanked #2 in Best PC Gaming Controllers
8BitDo Ultimate 24.2
3 sources$56.99as of Oct 20Thesixthaxis found that the 8BitDo Ultimate 2 Wireless delivers elite-tier performance at a fraction of the cost, utilizing advanced TMR magnetic sticks and Hall Effect triggers to ensure precision and longevity. PC Gamer highlighted the controller's excellent ergonomics for smaller hands and its highly customizable software suite, which allows users to fine-tune deadzones and response curves. While reviewers praised the tactile mechanical shoulder buttons and included charging dock, some noted that the secondary back paddles are awkwardly placed. This controller is an ideal choice for PC gamers seeking a premium feature set without the high price tag of first-party options.
Strengths
- — Features TMR magnetic analog sticks that reviewers describe as smooth and free from stick drift.
- — Includes Hall Effect triggers with adjustable trigger lockouts for faster reaction times in shooters.
- — Comes equipped with four programmable back buttons (two on the grip, two near the shoulder triggers).
Watch-outs
- — The small extra inputs located just beyond the shoulder buttons are considered unintuitive by reviewers.
- — Firmware updates required to enable Nintendo Switch 2 compatibility can cause confusion with other models in the lineup.
