The question is, which one do you choose?

Is the Pro 2 controller comfortable to hold?

It feels like the PlayStation and Super Nintendo controllers had a baby.

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The Pro 2 has modern comforts like joysticks, trigger buttons, and grips.

The build quality is rock solid.

Button clicks are satisfying.

A leaked screenshot of the aleged Oblivion remaster.

While holding the controller, I haven’t once wished that I were holding a different one.

The design is subdued and, dare I say, elegant.

The black finish looks great paired with anything you want to connect it to.

8BitDo Pro 2 controller with a mobile game in the background.

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Maybe that sort of thing doesn’t bother you, but it bothers me.

But you aren’t limited.

The joysticks are positioned nicely for 3D titles, too.

Shoulder buttons on the 8BitDo Pro 2 controller.

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The triggers are perfectly accessible and do not feel like afterthoughts.

There are four of them, plus two paddles on the back.

In addition to the Start and Select buttons, you have dedicated Home and Screenshot buttons as well.

Input switch on the 8BitDo Pro 2 controller.

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If you’re able to game on a PlayStation, you’re able to game with this.

That, ultimately, is a matter of preference.

That’s not the case.

8BitDo Pro 2 controller with battery cover removed.

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Connecting either an Xbox or PlayStation controller to a Nintendo Switch requires an adapter.

Some newer controllers don’t work with older mobile games.

It can be an exercise in trial and error.

The Pro 2 uses Apple’s MFi protocol and iscompatible with iPhones, iPads, and Macs.

Plus, there’s amobile clip for holding your phone.

The Pro 2 also works just fine with Linux PCs.

Unfortunately, there isn’t any pop in of PlayStation compatibility.

A Rechargeable Battery That Can Be Replaced With AAs

Early wireless controllers used disposable batteries.

Replacing disposables with rechargeable lithium-ion packs solved that issue.

you’re able to now charge your controller like you do your phone.

Unfortunately, that gives controllers the same fate as many modern electronics.

When the battery no longer accepts a charge at all, you’re out of luck.

Time to buy a new one.

The Pro 2 offers the best of both worlds.

This sets it apart from 8BitDo’s more expensive Ultimate controller, which does not take AAs.

But if you don’t want to fuss about with AA batteries, you don’t need to.

it’s possible for you to tweak the vibration intensity if you prefer more or less rumble.

it’s possible for you to also set up your own macros.

Download8BitDo Ultimate Softwarefor free to start customizing your controller.

Are there other good controllers out there?