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 a couple of that we’re eager to check quickly.
Turtle Seashore Atom Controller for $80: With a intelligent two-piece design, this controller folds away neatly, however feels insecure with out a again. The clamps on either side are awkward, notably with telephones sporting massive digicam modules. I had bother connecting, and dislike that the best facet must be turned on individually (press B and menu buttons). The best facet connects wirelessly (2.4 GHz), however the controller connects to your telephone through Bluetooth. It largely labored positive for me, however after 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 major concern, it might 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 useful multi-function button. It additionally helps Bluetooth, 2.4-GHz with an elective dongle, and USB-C connections. However the battery is just 860 mAh, the GameSir app is flaky, and the LED is annoyingly vivid.
GuliKit KingKong 2 Professional for $70: Supplanted by GuliKit’s new mannequin, this controller is a bit cheaper and continues to be decide for people who don’t care about again paddles. It has Corridor impact sticks, a programmable button, and many of the different options that the KK Max 3 listed above has.
Nacon MG-X Professional for $88: It looks like Nacon lower an Xbox controller in half to insert an extendable telephone cradle, however if you’d like this model 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 Extremely for $107: I like the concept 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 together with your Xbox, Home windows PC, or Android telephone, providing stable battery life (as much as 40 hours through 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 exhausting to grip comfortably. The buttons, triggers, and sticks are all good, and the clip works positive for holding your telephone, however the D-pad is stiff. All in all, it’s an expensive blended bag.
Razer Kishi V2 for $90: The Razer Kishi V2 is okay, but it surely’s slower, larger, 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 finally, Spine’s superior software program and headphone jack make it the higher selection. —Louryn Strampe
Riot PWR iOS Xbox Version Cloud Gaming Controller for $25: An MFi-certified controller for iPhone or iPad gaming (older Lightning port units) 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 Move Final. On the draw back, the cable is a bit messy. The Riot PWR MFi Controller for ($68) is nearly similar, however with out the garish inexperienced styling and coloured Xbox buttons. There’s a USB-C choice too.
Turtle Seashore 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 Move Final. It feels good in-hand, has a stable telephone clip, and works with Android, Xbox, and Home windows. It additionally options some audio enhancements (when plugged in), programmable buttons, and a useful Professional-Goal characteristic that reduces sensitivity on the best stick for aiming in FPS video games. It is a good improve decide over the PowerA controller listed above, however solely if you’d like 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 a substitute, as a result of the fan provides bulk and weight and it wants energy through a devoted USB-C port. (It has a separate USB-C port for pass-through charging of your telephone.)
PowerA Moga XP7-X Plus for $85: This controller gives every little thing the XP-5 X does however you can too take away the stand within the middle to fit in your telephone (my Pixel 6 Professional suits properly). It’s sturdy, gives loads of buttons (solely a screenshot button is lacking), and may wirelessly cost your telephone. However it’s costly, has a Micro USB port after I’d choose USB-C, and has solely a 2,000 mAh battery, so persist with the XP-5 X until you actually need that spring-loaded cradle to suit your telephone in.
8BitDo SN30 Professional for $45: Conjuring reminiscences 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.
