There are a number of different cellular controllers we examined that simply missed out on a spot above or didn’t make the grade, plus a number 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 no again. The clamps on either side are awkward, notably with telephones sporting massive digital camera modules. I had hassle connecting, and dislike that the fitting facet needs to be turned on individually (press B and menu buttons). The appropriate facet connects wirelessly (2.4 GHz), however the controller connects to your cellphone through Bluetooth. It principally labored advantageous 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 important concern, it might be value 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 optionally available dongle, and USB-C connections. However the battery is barely 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 a superb decide for folk 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 seems like Nacon lower an Xbox controller in half to insert an extendable cellphone 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 approach.
PowerA Moga XP Extremely for $107: I really 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 along with your Xbox, Home windows PC, or Android cellphone, 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 just too small and onerous to grip comfortably. The buttons, triggers, and sticks are all good, and the clip works advantageous for holding your cellphone, however the D-pad is stiff. All in all, it’s a dear combined bag.
Razer Kishi V2 for $90: The Razer Kishi V2 is okay, however it’s slower, greater, and fewer polished than the Spine One. It is an extendable cellular 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 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 Go Final. On the draw back, the cable is a bit messy. The Riot PWR MFi Controller for ($68) is nearly equivalent, however with out the garish inexperienced styling and coloured Xbox buttons. There’s a USB-C possibility 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 Go 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-Purpose characteristic that reduces sensitivity on the fitting 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 cellphone.)
PowerA Moga XP7-X Plus for $85: This controller affords all the pieces 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 suits properly). It’s sturdy, affords loads of buttons (solely a screenshot button is lacking), and might wirelessly cost your cellphone. However it’s costly, has a Micro USB port after I’d desire USB-C, and has solely a 2,000 mAh battery, so follow the XP-5 X except you really need that spring-loaded cradle to suit your cellphone in.
8BitDo SN30 Professional for $45: Conjuring recollections of the SNES, this controller works with Android, Home windows, MacOS, and Swap. It has built-in rumble, a stable D-pad, good battery life, and a USB-C port.
