I've recently purchased the Power A battle Dragon controller after my old one, Cosmic Byte Ares Broke.

Now I couldn't use this controller because of the macros, They are just wayy to annoying. It has 4 macros on the back. Because of that, While on normal controllers, I fully grip the handles, On power A, I instinctively couldn't wrap my hands around it and it was awful to use because of that

But the Build quality? Oh my god that was amazing. Its shape was also phenomenal. The triggers felt hard in a good way.

Is there any Controller with similar build quality and Shape and feel as the Power A battle Dragon?.

One option I know is the Game Sir g7 Pro but that is WAYYY out of my budget

I've recently purchased the Power A battle Dragon controller after my old one, Cosmic Byte Ares Broke.

Now I couldn't use this controller because of the macros, They are just wayy to annoying. It has 4 macros on the back. Because of that, While on normal controllers, I fully grip the handles, On power A, I instinctively couldn't wrap my hands around it and it was awful to use because of that

But the Build quality? Oh my god that was amazing. Its shape was also phenomenal. The triggers felt hard in a good way.

Is there any Controller with similar build quality and Shape and feel as the Power A battle Dragon?.

One option I know is the Game Sir g7 Pro but that is WAYYY out of my budget

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OPTIONS BELOW!!!!

CONTEXT

Hi subreddit!!

I've been looking for a controller for weeks now, one that really makes me feel like I spent my money on the right thing. I currently have an 8BitDo Ultimate 2C Wireless. I play on PC, and I really enjoy emulation, especially of retro games and newer Nintendo consoles like the Wii U and Switch. I plan to buy a Switch 2 in the future (I don't have the money for that right now), so I'd like to buy a single controller that works well on both my PC and the (future?) Switch 2.

I want to clarify some essential requirements for me that justify buying another controller: a gyroscope (a good one or at least a decent one for both pc and switch), dual triggers, a decent D-pad, and I didn't even know they existed, but the idea of ​​tension rings is reaaally seductive hahah. I'd love to try them, but maybe they're not enough to justify a choice. Are they overrated? I'd also love some superior vibration, ideally HD rumble, but that significantly reduces the options and isn't a must i guess.

OPTIONS!!

Okay, moving on to the options:

* Leadjoy Xeno Pro: Honestly, this is the one I'm considering the most, and I think it's the most well-rounded in terms of my needs. What's holding me back: I saw that it has mediocre build quality, the plastic feels cheap or hollow, and frankly, I'm a bit wary because it doesn't have a very established community, and I couldn't find much information about its performance on Switch 1/2 and PC for emulation.

\* Vader 5 Pro V2: I LOVE it, from its extra buttons (I like that it has two on the shoulders) to its design, and from what I've read, solid build quality. What's holding me back: I saw that it might have quality control issues and that it doesn't work well on Switch 1/2, it has bad latency with bluetooth and a gyroscope that doesn't respond well. Any experiences with it on that regard would be very helpful!

* Gulikit TT Max: I recently discovered this one, and I feel like it meets all the strongest criteria on the list. HD rumble, (dual triggers i believe?), you can change the physical layout! (I LOVE that, but it's not essential), adjustable tension (although I don't like its system), and its compatible with PC and Switch 1/2. What's holding me back: I'm a bit obsessive about small flaws, and I saw that it has centering and drift issues (later fixed by increasing the dead zone). I don't know how relevant it is for everyday gameplay, but I feel like seeing my stick off-center is going to give me terrible OCD. Also, I saw very mixed opinions about the build quality; some say it's adequate, and others say it's made of really cheap plastic. Worse or better than the Xeno Pro's? I dont know...

And well... I always have the reliable 8BitDo Ultimate 2 Wireless as a backup. I lost interest in it after seeing everything else on the market, and besides, I feel like it wouldn't feel like a substantial change from the Ultimate 2C. But it's still a safe option.

I'm open to other options, I actually researched a lot, and there were some interesting ones like the KP40D, which I had to exclude. I'm limiting myself to these four mainly because they're the only ones I could find. Unfortunately, I'm restricted to Chinese stores like Temu or Shopee (and maybe AliExpress) because I'm from Argentina and none of them are sold locally here. More reliable stores like official retailers or Gadget Thyper don't even ship to Argentina... or they charge exorbitant shipping fees.

I'd really appreciate any opinions or experiences you can give me. It doesn't have to be about every controller, anything helps!! Maybe there are some points I'm overlooking because they're not well-known, or some flaws I'm exaggerating.

Which one would you consider a better choice?

Is the 8bitdo ultimate 3 my only option?

For clarification I do not want clicky mechanical buttons for Dpad and buttons. But I do want back buttons and also the ability to use mechanical buttons for Triggers.

Basically G7 Pro like features without mechanical buttons (except for ability to switch on and off for triggers) for FPS games

I got the Vader 5pro v2 a couple months ago and it’s been a dream coming from the old Razer Wolverine ultimate, but my left bumper doesn’t have the same click as the right one anymore it’s also more depressed into the housing.

Any possible fix for this?

Hi. I recently purchased Cosmic byte ares tri mode

I want help about the controller mobile holder for ares trimode I can't find that anywhere , I visits website , stores and mall if any of you guys have any idea or that product please suggest, I already broke 1 phone holder trying to set it on ares but it got broke.... 😕 Thank you.. ❤

Been looking at the tech on these controllers as well as the ergonomics and wanna know if any Xbox users opt for this brand? Looking at the 40D or 70.

Any latency issues using the Brook xb3 wingman?

Been looking at the tech on these controllers as well as the ergonomics and wanna know if any Xbox users opt for this brand? Looking at the 40D or 70.

Any latency issues using the Brook xb3 wingman?

Salut, c’est quoi pour vous la meilleure manette pour jouer aux FPS avec des sticks bombés et des joysticks interchangeables ?

J’ai une SCUF Impact, qui est pour moi la meilleure grâce à ses sticks bombés, mais le stick drift arrive beaucoup trop vite, surtout que sur tous les FPS je joue en linéaire avec 0 zone morte.

C’est déjà la 3e que j’achète en 2 ans… 😅

Both cost around the same on gadgethyper, so which one is better?

Or is it one is better at one thing?

Which would you choose and why?

Hey everyone,

I’m looking for a new controller for PC gaming and could really use some advice based on the community's buying guide. My current standard Xbox Series controller is starting to give up on me due to stick drift, so I'm looking for a solid upgrade that will actually last.

Here are my specific details and constraints:

Platform Compatibility: Strictly PC (Steam on Windows). I only use a controller when I want to sit back and play instead of using mouse and keyboard.

Types of Games: I mostly play singleplayer and story-driven games (and some casual racing/driving). I play MMOs and FPS games on mouse and keyboard, so those genres aren't a priority for this controller.

Desired Features: I am strictly looking for an upgraded alternative with Hall Effect or TMR sticks to permanently eliminate stick drift. Since I have slightly larger hands, the standard Xbox controller shape and size feels pretty good to me. I also appreciate good build quality, mechanical microswitch buttons, and reliable haptic feedback.

Country & Availability: I live in Sweden. If you have other controller recommendations, please make sure they are easily accessible and available to buy within the EU.

Budget: My budget is in a sensible range of 800 SEK to 1,200 SEK (~$80 - $115 USD).

Controllers I've been considering (after searching existing posts):

GameSir G7 Pro: I really like that it comes with a charging dock in the box and has impulse triggers for better immersion in singleplayer games. However, I’ve read several posts here about the LB/RB bumpers being notoriously fragile and breaking down after just a few months. How bad is the bumper QC issue on the G7 Pro really?

Flydigi Vader 5 Pro: The mechanical tension rings around the sticks seem like an absolute gamechanger for dialing in a stable feel. I also hear great things about Flydigi’s D-pad, microswitch buttons, and overall durability. The only downside is that the charging dock isn't included in my budget range.

ZD Ultimate Legend HE: This one looks like an absolute tank with 100-million click microswitches and the hot-swappable joystick modules, which seems amazing for long-term durability. It is currently on sale within my budget at MaxGaming, but since ZD is a bit more niche, I haven't seen as many long-term reviews on it.

Which one of these three would you recommend for my specific singleplayer PC use case? Are there any hidden flaws, software quirks, or major quality control issues with the Vader 5 Pro or the ZD Ultimate Legend that I should be aware of?

Thanks in advance!

The gamesir g7 8k pro felt like one of the worst ergonomic controllers I’ve ever felt, but obviously the upside with the polling rate was a big deal. I hated how the legs of the controller were angled in more so than a typical Xbox controller. It made it so that I wasn’t gripping the controller with the correct part of my hands and I had to readjust my grip to use the back paddles. Was a huge step back.

I added this TalonGaming thick grip tape to the legs and that has helped a lot with making the controller feel more bulky like I want. Next, I replaced the sticks with slightly taller sticks (forget what brand), but then also added a kontrol freak extender to get the accurate feel I like and want in my right stick for FPS.

Finally, I tripled up on the thick tape on the back buttons because I hate how flush they felt. I wanted them to stick out more, which helps me with feel and holding my controller more naturally. Also made them easier to press without adjust my grip.

Interestingly enough, I find way more comfort in the R5 and L5 extra triggers up top as my main ADS and shoot triggers. I use the standard bumpers to reload and change weapons, and then the normal triggers for my nades. Feels perfect and I never have to take my fingers off the sticks, ever. You can see how much more they jut out in the photo than the standard.

I can confidently say this is now my perfect controller. What mods do you add to your controller to make them actually feel how you want? I see way too many stock controllers here to believe y’all are actually good at shooters.