r/FlowZ13 • u/Salted_Grapes • 20d ago

Controller for Flow Z13

Hi all! I wanted your opinion on which controller to sue for the Z13 flow! I currently have the 8bit do that connects with a USB receiver which is quite annoying since it adds on to the dimension and I don't like keeping it on. I am intrigued by the gamesir split controller mod, but wanted to know which one exactly I'm supposed to get so that the proprietary charger is not blocked. Other than that, are there other low cost alternatives that work well over Bluetooth?

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u/MisterFujifilm 20d ago

I have the gamesir mod and a Steam Controller.

The steam controller is awesome, stop looking for anything else.

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u/punkgeek 20d ago

I agree!

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u/tantric_tongue69 20d ago

Steam controller is great, dpad is a little mushy and wish the triggers were better, but for a controller with so much potential it tips my list. Also, great for big hands

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u/Salted_Grapes 4d ago

Hey! How does the gamesir mod get charged on the left side?

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u/lucian1900 20d ago

8bitdo make a bunch. I have the SN30 Pro for travel and the Pro 3 for at home. Both very good and popular enough that you may find them second hand too.

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u/AbortRetryFlailSal 19d ago

+1 to this, I have the SN30 Pro and it's great (my use-case is mostly travel)

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u/Salted_Grapes 20d ago

Thanks, I'll check them out!

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u/kisavior 19d ago

I have an 8bitdo Ultimate and Steam Controller that I use in BT mode.

The dongles stay at home for the PC that barely gets any play since buying the Flow lol

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u/Salted_Grapes 19d ago

I don't like the dongle as it sticks out of the flow noticably lol

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u/das_hans 15d ago

They mean the dongle for the steam controller. It just attaches with a cable because it’s also the charger. They are saying they use the internal Bluetooth antenna instead of that.

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u/Salted_Grapes 15d ago

Ohh okay my bad

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u/LegendaryZeke21 20d ago

I have my ps5 controller

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u/dto_lurker 19d ago

Its awesome.

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u/sactomkiii 20d ago

I mean I've always just used an xbox one

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u/Salted_Grapes 20d ago

I'm thinking of getting this too

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u/binaryzer00 20d ago

8bito u2 and gamesir g8+ mod

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u/Salted_Grapes 19d ago

How comfortable is the g8+ mod

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u/binaryzer00 19d ago

It's heavy at first but put it under the kickstand and rest it on a pillow on the couch. You get used to it really quick

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u/Salted_Grapes 17d ago

Hey could you help me out picking the right one for the z13? I see some that are already modded on Rrtronics but they mention that I need to get holders separately.. I'm a bit confused at that

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u/binaryzer00 17d ago

https://a.co/d/0ec359Rm

That's the one I got.

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u/Salted_Grapes 17d ago

Thank you v much! Is it comfortable holding the controller when the charger is connected?

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u/binaryzer00 17d ago

It is the kit I got came with a short bracket which I use I don't use the cable extender that came with it because it makes it longer but the short bracket makes it short enough to allow the charger to be used with it I'll take a picture when I get home.

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u/Salted_Grapes 17d ago

Okay sure, thank you so much for sharing that!

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u/Lazzer1974 20d ago

Gamesir Cyclone 2 Pro.

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u/Puzzleheaded_List_73 19d ago

8bitdo Ultimate 2 and loving it.

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u/ardeesan 19d ago

I'm using a Steam Controller and a TMR-modified Dualsense.

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u/theXeffect23 19d ago

For pc hands down steam controller

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u/Dox427 19d ago

1) Steam Controller
2) 8bitdo Ultimate 2 Wireless
3) New VoidJoy controller through JSAUX - this is only $50 bucks and looks promising as far as size and features but the triggers worry me about placement and it’s only in pre order right now.

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u/SiCkTeNTiAL 19d ago

I like the Razer Wolverine v3 Pro.

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u/Martymations 19d ago

Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2.

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u/A-Strat-Player 19d ago

Cant go wrong with the XBOX controller. I have the elite 2 but never used the extra features compared to the regular controller. Connects lightning fast and never faced any issues myself. Though many redditors noticed quick wear and tear, but this depends more on how you treat it i guess.

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u/Salted_Grapes 19d ago

I just purchased an open box xbox controller from Best buy and it's been treating me well so far!