There are a number of different cell controllers we examined that simply missed out on a spot above or didn’t make the grade, plus just a few that we’re eager to check quickly.
Turtle Beach Atom Controller for $80: With a intelligent two-piece design, this controller folds away neatly, however feels insecure with no again. The clamps on either side are awkward, notably with telephones sporting giant digital camera modules. I had bother connecting, and dislike that the best aspect needs to be turned on individually (press B and menu buttons). The best aspect connects wirelessly (2.4 GHz), however the controller connects to your cellphone by way of Bluetooth. It largely labored high-quality for me, however once I performed Jydge, the motion was inverted on the left stick. You get round 20 hours of battery life. It takes about two hours to cost. If portability is your foremost concern, it could be price a glance.
GameSir T4 Cyclone for $40: Comparatively reasonably priced, with a grippy end and Corridor Impact joysticks, it is a stable controller. There are a few programmable buttons round again, rumble motors within the grips, and a helpful multi-function button. It additionally helps Bluetooth, 2.4-GHz with an elective dongle, and USB-C connections. However the battery is barely 860 mAh, the GameSir app is flaky, and the LED is annoyingly vibrant.
GuliKit KingKong 2 Pro for $70: Supplanted by GuliKit’s new mannequin, this controller is a bit cheaper and continues to be a great choose for people who don’t care about again paddles. It has Corridor impact sticks, a programmable button, and a lot of the different options that the KK Max 3 listed above has.
Nacon MG-X Pro for $88: It appears like Nacon minimize an Xbox controller in half to insert an extendable cellphone cradle, however in order for you this type of controller the GameSir G8 listed above is what we advocate. The MG-X Professional is barely roomier, however the G8 is superior in each different manner.
PowerA Moga XP Ultra for $107: I like the thought of mixing a great deal of choices right into a controller, and PowerA’s loopy Moga XP Extremely is definitely versatile. It really works wirelessly along with your Xbox, Home windows PC, or Android cellphone, providing stable battery life (as much as 40 hours by way of Bluetooth or 60 hours for Xbox). However the gimmicky mini controller that slides out, Transformer-style, for gaming on the go is simply too small and onerous to grip comfortably. The buttons, triggers, and sticks are all good, and the clip works high-quality for holding your cellphone, however the D-pad is stiff. All in all, it’s a dear blended bag.
Razer Kishi V2 for $90: The Razer Kishi V2 is okay, but it surely’s slower, greater, and fewer polished than the Spine One. It is an extendable cell controller that is available in Android and iPhone variations. Each can stream PlayStation or Xbox video games and work with Home windows too. However in the end, Spine’s superior software program and headphone jack make it the higher alternative. —Louryn Strampe
Riot PWR iOS Xbox Edition Cloud Gaming Controller for $25: An MFi-certified controller for iPhone or iPad gaming (older Lightning port gadgets) that boasts pass-through charging, direct Lightning cable connection, and a 3.5-mm audio port. It feels very similar to an Xbox controller, helps Xbox Cloud Gaming or distant play, and comes with one free month of Recreation Cross Final. On the draw back, the cable is a bit messy. The Riot PWR MFi Controller for ($68) is sort of equivalent, however with out the garish inexperienced styling and coloured Xbox buttons. There’s a USB-C possibility too.
Turtle Beach Recon Cloud for $59: Right here is one other Xbox-branded controller that helps Xbox Cloud Gaming and Distant Play and comes with one free month of Recreation Cross Final. It feels good in-hand, has a stable cellphone clip, and works with Android, Xbox, and Home windows. It additionally options some audio enhancements (when plugged in), programmable buttons, and a helpful Professional-Intention characteristic that reduces sensitivity on the best stick for aiming in FPS video games. It is a good improve choose over the PowerA controller listed above, however solely in order for you the additional options.
GameSir X3 for $100: On paper, that is an improve over the X2, with refined buttons, extra choices for the joysticks, and a cooling fan on the again. However I like to recommend the cheaper X2 Professional listed above as an alternative, as a result of the fan provides bulk and weight and it wants energy by way of a devoted USB-C port. (It has a separate USB-C port for pass-through charging of your cellphone.)
PowerA Moga XP7-X Plus for $85: This controller provides every little thing the XP-5 X does however you can even take away the stand within the middle to fit in your cellphone (my Pixel 6 Professional matches properly). It’s sturdy, provides loads of buttons (solely a screenshot button is lacking), and might wirelessly cost your cellphone. However it’s costly, has a Micro USB port once I’d desire USB-C, and has solely a 2,000 mAh battery, so keep on with the XP-5 X except you actually need that spring-loaded cradle to suit your cellphone in.
8BitDo SN30 Pro for $45: Conjuring recollections of the SNES, this controller works with Android, Home windows, MacOS, and Change. It has built-in rumble, a stable D-pad, good battery life, and a USB-C port.
