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Microsoft Xbox 360 Wireless Controller for Windows Xbox 360 Console
Last Updated: November 24, 2018 (Refresh Now)
8.2
SCORE
/10
Total Reviews
1000
Old Reviews
0
Unverified
46
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360 meters
SIZE
2
NUMBER OF USB PORTS
Yes
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Review Analysis - 954 recent, verified reviews
Detailed Mode
Gaming
255games, pc, steam, controllers, xbox
+90%
-10%
" ... I use this as a wireless controller when emulating older games on my PC. ... "
" ... Simply put, it's the best controller option for pc gamers. ... "
" ... You play games this what you used. ... "
" ... Now he plays other games and the thing sits on the shelf . ... "
" ... It's pretty darn good for general gaming, but nothing amazing. ... There are controllers that are better for specific games (esp. ... fighting games), but for the price this is hard to beat. ... "
" ... My son bought this with his chore money to play his computer games with the Xbox style controller, allowing him total domination over the competition. ... Perfect for computer games with weird control configurations, or if you are just used to the Xbox control set up. ... "
" ... enjoy the controller ... "
" ... Works well with Developer software when testing games that I create as a hobby (Unity, Unreal engine, Game Guru . ) ... "
Product Reliability
128stopped working, controllers, lasted, stopped, bumper
+48%
-52%
" ... This behavior just keeps getting worse. ... A couple of weeks ago, it has started failing much more often than working. ... "
" ... Controller stick was broken. ... "
" ... Aweful randomly dies (comes out of place on controller) do not buy this is stupid ... "
" ... Stopped working after the first use!! ... "
" ... Bought another controller and it broke again after a few months. ... "
" ... Had to get it replaced three times because of squeaky analogs. ... "
" ... However, for some reason it decided to die on me after 9 months of use. ... It just stopped working during a game about a week ago and hasn't been working since. ... I'm obviously upset about having to pay $30+ for a controllee that didn't even last me a year. ... "
" ... Since then I've had seven, SEVEN copies of this controller from February 2016 to July 2017. ... "
Device Compatibility
110controller, windows 10, works great, xbox, works perfectly
+87%
-13%
" ... Works with PC as well. ... "
" ... Works right away in Windows 7 64-bit with any game I throw at it. ... "
" ... Got it to play on my pc. ... "
" ... Bought it to play games on my macbook pro. ... "
" ... Bought to play with on my computer. ... My computer picked it up right away and it works perfectly. ... "
" ... Great controller to mimic an XBox Controler on a PC. ... "
" ... It took a while to get it to work with my laptop, but eventually it just worked one day when I plugged it in. ... "
" ... Works great with my laptop. ... "
Controls
67button, controller, left, shoulder, left joystick
+43%
-57%
" ... The left shoulder button is noticeably more spongy than the right one. ... I took the case off and the it's not just the physical button that's weak, the actual sensor makes a different sound and is spongy compared to the other side. ... Based on other reviews, these shoulder buttons seem to be a weak point, so pass on this controller if you don't want to be replacing it in a few months. ... "
" ... I have three of these - the shoulder buttons are no longer consistently responsive despite making the correct clicking sound. ... "
" ... It started wearing down, with sticky buttons and random disconnects, so I reordered the product in 2016. ... Within a month, the buttons start getting sticky, there are random disconnects, and endless frustration. ... "
" ... My main problem with the first was that the d-pad would work, but only sporadically -- as in I would press right and it would work, but then I would press up, and there would be a "dead zone" with no response ... "
" ... About two weeks ago, the left should button (L1) became very loose and would "hyper-click" when tapped (which means the game would register me pressing it 2-3 times at once). ... Now it is basically useless since the button constantly registers off-and-on if I hold it down, and tapping it doesn't register any response. ... "
" ... Buttons are also stiff and loud compared to other products of the same ilk. ... "
" ... It often clicks but you need to press it in harder for input to actually register. ... "
" ... LB button randomly presses itself as well. ... "
Marketplace
66works, described, expected, exactly, works as expected
+82%
-18%
" ... Item is as described. ... "
" ... Great replacement thank you ... "
" ... Exactly as advertised. ... "
" ... This is the real deal ... "
" ... I got the legit brand and not a knockoff like some others appear to have gotten. ... "
" ... Never seen the red box before but it seems genuine. ... "
" ... I am perfectly willing to change my review if the seller would help me out. ... "
" ... Very good controller, it is the Genuine one. ... "
Comfort
60hands, sticks, buttons, squeaky, joysticks
+58%
-42%
" ... This controller is sturdy and fits my hands well. ... Comfortable to use. ... "
" ... I use it for any game I can because I love the way it fits in my hands. ... "
" ... Works flawlessly, and makes games easier to play in a relaxed position. ... "
" ... I have average size hands for my size, and this controller fits me quite nicely. ... "
" ... it's actually has a more solid feel. ... "
" ... It's simple, comfortable, and for some reason it's the only controller that I can use on my PC without latency issues. ... "
" ... It's a solid controller that fits my big hands very well. ... The grippy analog sticks are a great feature. ... "
" ... It is always nice to have something when gaming that just feels natural and that you are used too. ... "
Cables
45controller, wire, long, wires, disconnects
+40%
-60%
" ... The first one i ordered came with the coating around the cable frayed, so I complained to Amazon and they sent me another one. ... I figured I'd try wrapping the frayed cable one with electrical tape and use it anyway until it died, which would have worked, but the left thumbstick didn't properly register in the center, meaning it always drifts slightly left unless i manually push it back to the center. ... "
" ... The connection gets cut off sporadically when the wire moves near the base of the controller. ... It comes from constant movement of the wire causing damage and shorting. ... "
" ... Cord developed a short about 6 months after purchase. ... "
" ... If they cord was touched, jiggled, or moved in any way then it would reassign itself to a second player. ... "
" ... The cord breaks pretty quickly . ... "
" ... Its been 3 months and now it disconnects when the cord leans backwards from the controller. ... I guess the cord just laying there made the wires loose. ... "
" ... If you wiggle the wire it blinks on and off CONSTANTLY. ... "
" ... The cable is a little stiff, but that's because it's new. ... "
Build Quality
43feels, sturdy, controllers, stiff, knock
+74%
-26%
" ... Very well made. ... "
" ... Very durable and long lasting. ... "
" ... I've definitely abused this thing and it's holding up strong. ... "
" ... Excellent build quality. ... "
" ... it's actually has a more solid feel. ... "
" ... It's just such a solid controller, not to mention that it's easy to open up and modify because it's held together by regular phillips screws instead of those other frustratingly obscure screws that manufacturer's use now. ... "
" ... the controller is very sturdy and he can plug it into the computer too! ... "
" ... M'soft quality ... "
Ports
37usb, controller, wireless, plug, plug and play
+78%
-22%
" ... It works with any USB port. ... "
" ... Plugs right in, ready to use. ... "
" ... All you have to do is plug it into a USB port and it works instantly on most games. ... "
" ... plugged in the USB port and it starts working for a PC. ... "
" ... plug and play works great ... "
" ... It's cheaper and uses a hardwired connection with a USB port connection at the end. ... Compared to the extra cost of batteries and a wireless usb dongle for a xbox one wireless controller I'd rather deal with the extra feet of cable that is connected to this controller. ... "
" ... - It's plug-and-go through USB. ... "
" ... It was a choice between this and a wireless PS3 controller, mostly for my raspberry pi. ... "
Delivery
35expected, quickly, condition, described, came
+97%
-3%
" ... So it sits on my shelf in the original box unused. ... "
" ... Works great and is in excellent condition. ... "
" ... Works as expected, and arrived in clean, unopened packaging. ... "
" ... Exactly what I wanted and needed came before the promised date. ... "
" ... Arrived quickly and as described. ... "
" ... It arrived in good condition, Cheap. ... "
" ... this arrived quickly and in perfect condition. ... "
" ... Item arrived quickly and in working condition. ... "
Price
30money, worth, waste, controller, considering
+80%
-20%
" ... This is the real deal ... "
" ... Why spend double? ... "
" ... Kinda wish I bought more at the sale price. ... "
" ... Two years of frequent use is still pretty decent considering the price. ... "
" ... can't beat the price. ... "
" ... Half the price ... "
" ... So less than half the price for this baby you can't go wrong. ... Go get them if they're still on sale. ... "
" ... Great controller for the price. ... "
Product As Described
27described, exactly, works as expected, expected, item
+100%
" ... Item is as described. ... "
" ... Exactly as advertised. ... "
" ... Worked as described. ... "
" ... Works exactly as intended. ... "
" ... Product is as expected. ... "
" ... Works as described. ... "
" ... Better than Expected. ... "
" ... Works great and came as advertised. ... "
Setup
25install, easy, controller, software, plug and play
+92%
-8%
" ... Just plug and play. ... "
" ... No installs required for me. ... "
" ... Setup was Sooooooooo easy! ... "
" ... Used on a windows PC and it worked immediate after plugging it in, no setup needed. ... "
" ... It is plug and play, so there is not installation required. ... "
" ... I prefer a playstation controller but this is super easy to install on the pc, and steam knows how to work it. ... "
" ... Simple installation and was using very quickly. ... "
" ... I never got a real clear answer until I setup the pie and tried it myself. ... "
For Kids
25loves, kids, grandson, controller, kid
+96%
-4%
" ... Kid liked it. ... Like all kids, he REALLY wanted it only till he has gotten it. ... "
" ... I had my first for years, and just got another because I gave it to my niece. ... "
" ... Bought it for my 9yo nephew. ... He absolutely loves it. ... "
" ... My sons love their games. ... "
" ... I bought this for my son and he's very happy with it. ... "
" ... Kids are really enjoying them! ... "
" ... I got one for me and my son. ... "
" ... Love playing all of my old games again that I had as a child. ... "
USB
20usb, usb port, controller, plug, xbox 360
+75%
-25%
" ... It works with any USB port. ... "
" ... Just plug and play. ... "
" ... All you have to do is plug it into a USB port and it works instantly on most games. ... "
" ... - It's plug-and-go through USB. ... "
" ... It makes me go back to the 360 era and when I plug into the computer it's like playing with the xbox 360 that I don't have today. ... "
" ... Works easily - plug and play. ... "
" ... + plug and play operation ... "
" ... It's compatible with Windows 10, the USB cord is nice and long, and it fits in the hand well. ... "
Original Product
19received, genuine, controller, brand, knockoff
+74%
-26%
" ... I got the legit brand and not a knockoff like some others appear to have gotten. ... "
" ... Never seen the red box before but it seems genuine. ... "
" ... Very good controller, it is the Genuine one. ... "
" ... Looks like it came in the original box, brand new. ... "
" ... Genuine microsoft product. ... "
" ... most importantly, I did receive a genuine Microsoft product!/ ... "
" ... Received the official product. ... "
" ... Just like original. ... "
Sound Quality
18squeaking, controller, squeaky noise, analog, sticks
+22%
-78%
" ... I took the case off and the it's not just the physical button that's weak, the actual sensor makes a different sound and is spongy compared to the other side. ... "
" ... i played just 2 days and the LS makes noise when i playing sounds like squeak . ... i cant play withe this noise ... "
" ... Not a problem if you use headphones but still . ... "
" ... I can still hear it sometimes if I try to get it to squeak, but it's not obnoxious like it was at first. ... "
" ... The first time I played with it, i noticed a (very loud) squeak every time I used the left analog stick. ... "
" ... What wasn't good was the ATROCIOUS squealing noise coming from the left stick. ... "
" ... The sound became unbearable after a few hours, and the squeaking persists almost a week later. ... "
" ... Received my controller a while back with the analog sticks squeaking, still makes so much noise. ... "
Returns
18another, returned, replacement, refund, controller
+11%
-89%
" ... Just be warned if you have a problem with it then you can't afford to wait to replace it. ... "
" ... However, this is my second one so far, and as of this writing I'm preparing to send it back. ... "
" ... Return policy ended after 30 days and the company warranty ended after 90 days, so about 20 days after there was any hope of customer support, the controller breaks. ... "
" ... Had to return ... "
" ... So, I got it replaced, and the replacement came the next day, and it was literally twice as defective. ... "
" ... As such, I returned it . ... "
" ... I returned the controller and ordered another one. ... "
" ... I asked amazon for a replacement, and the replacement had the same issue. ... "
Software Platform
17windows, automatically, 10, drivers, x64
+76%
-24%
" ... Automatically detected by windows and you don't need to find updated drivers/ utilize another program to set up. ... "
" ... Works great on Xbox 360, Windows 7, and Windows 10! ... "
" ... Windows automatically detects drivers etc so just play and play. ... "
" ... It is a great plug and play option along with windows 10. ... "
" ... Worked on my Windows 10 x64 machine with no issues. ... "
" ... works very well under Windows 10. ... "
" ... For Mac there is a third party driver that works like a charm, just google it. ... "
" ... I'm using for Windows 10. ... "
Battery Life
16battery, charge, hours, controller, battery pack
+88%
-13%
" ... Other than the batteries, worth the purchase. ... "
" ... It doesn't require batteries or depend on an adapter that you have to buy separately. ... "
" ... No batteries needed is a bonus in my book! ... "
" ... I game about 4-6 hours per day and 8-12 hours on my days off. ... "
" ... + no battery charge anxiety ... "
" ... Can't believe you have to pull the battery pack to turn it off. ... "
" ... I put top of the line batteries in this and they needed to be replaced within a couple weeks with moderate use. ... "
" ... Works perfect - I would recommend this to anyone - batteries last a long time ... "
Ease of Use
15use, work, setup, quality, play
+93%
-7%
" ... Quality, easy to use product. ... "
" ... I prefer a playstation controller but this is super easy to install on the pc, and steam knows how to work it. ... "
" ... It works and is easy to configure for most use cases. ... "
" ... Simple installation and was using very quickly. ... "
" ... It has been an easy to use, solid purchase. ... "
" ... needed to get newer drivers of the interwebz, but thats easy. ... "
" ... Never even touched a controller before this but it's very easy to learn and use. ... "
" ... All the buttons are there, easy plug and play. ... "
Overall performance
15well, really, pc, job, far
+100%
" ... Works with PC as well. ... "
" ... god it works! ... "
" ... good as described, fast delivary. ... "
" ... Does its job, was cheap. ... "
" ... - Works exactly as it needs to. ... "
" ... Everything else on it works perfect. ... "
" ... Works really well! ... "
" ... Works well with my HTPC. ... "
Drivers
14driver, controller, windows, windows 10, download
+93%
-7%
" ... Automatically detected by windows and you don't need to find updated drivers/ utilize another program to set up. ... "
" ... Windows automatically detects drivers etc so just play and play. ... "
" ... So it worked out of the box, no problems at all didn't need any drivers installed. ... "
" ... Works very smoothly, installed software w/ ease, Win7 recognized the controller as soon as I plugged it in. ... "
" ... Doesn't require downloading drivers on win10, just plug and play! ... "
" ... After installing the drivers using the included CD, it works wonderfully. ... "
" ... needed to get newer drivers of the interwebz, but thats easy. ... "
" ... Plugged it in, saw it load up the right drivers and I'm done! ... "
Fit
12left, sticks, thumb, squeaky, loose
+33%
-67%
" ... Never dropped it. ... "
" ... It doesnt seem to stay centered/ fades and "ghost moves" ... "
" ... The right stick also does this, but with both left and right. ... "
" ... The sticks were lose and squeeky . ... "
Defective Delivery
11came, arrived, quickly, good condition, got
+64%
-36%
" ... The controller arrived with no damage or missing parts. ... "
" ... It arrived in good condition, Cheap. ... "
" ... this arrived quickly and in perfect condition. ... "
" ... Item arrived quickly and in working condition. ... "
" ... It got to me in great condition. ... "
" ... Came in good condition. ... "
ISP
11wired, needed, wireless, version, works perfectly
+91%
-9%
" ... Works perfect for me. ... "
" ... Works just as I needed. ... "
" ... but with wireless. ... "
" ... I got the wired because that works for me. ... "
" ... It is wireless. ... "
" ... Wired version works perfectly on my PCs. ... "
" ... Just what I needed. ... "
" ... Just what I needed. ... "
Design
10design, made, feels, controller, solid
+80%
-20%
" ... As for the controller design itself, it has a great design with well placed buttons, good grip, and nice aesthetic. ... "
" ... it's actually has a more solid feel. ... "
" ... Looks like it came in the original box, brand new. ... "
" ... This is a classic made to last. ... "
" ... Just plain works. ... Durable and functional. ... "
" ... Its so confortable like more than ps4 shape ... "
" ... Works peachy keen, feels very solid. ... "
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Specifications
Body
Size: 360 meters
Connectivity
Number of USB ports: 2
USB: Yes
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