Last Updated: November 30, 2021 (Refresh Now)
Xbox One Play and Charge Kit
Last Updated: November 30, 2021 (Refresh Now)
6.4
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/10
Total Reviews
996
Old Reviews
535
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Battery
219batteries, charging, controller, charged, xbox
+50%
-50%
" ... I bought a Play and Charge Kit and the battery would not hold a charge, so I bought a second one. ... Even after 4 hours of charging, the xbox controller will not work without being plugged in. ... "
" ... Also, charging it is hassle, as most of the time it doesn’t even charge it. ... "
" ... The battery never charged right out of the package. ... "
" ... My controller lasts weeks with a set of AA batteries and dies in a few hours with the play and charge kit. ... I basically have to play wired 100% of the time because the battery is constantly dead. ... "
" ... Battery won’t hold a charge ... "
" ... Would not charge. ... "
" ... Controller keeps turning off while battery is fully charged ... "
" ... Won't hold a charge for more than a minute after 3 months of use. ... "
Battery / Charging
168charging, controller, charged, cable, kit
+43%
-57%
" ... It worked for a while but after a few months stops charging. ... "
" ... After a couple of months of very light usage, it won’t hold a charge. ... This one no longer lasts 20 minutes, and I’ve tried different cords and also charging it with my PC. ... "
" ... Only had it a few months and it seems to already be losing its charge. ... "
" ... Plugged it in as soon as I got it to charge, charge only lasts maybe 45 minutes and it dies, might as well have a corded controller. ... "
" ... The charger does not work. ... I have left the controller plugged in to charge the battery without playing and it will not charge. ... "
" ... Battery pack no longer is able to charge after initial use. ... "
" ... Stopped working after a couple charges, another very disappointing product from microsoft. ... "
" ... One stopped holding a charge almost immediately. ... Sometimes the USB cord and battery has to be unplugged and inserted numerous times for it to begin charging. ... "
Cable
62cord, charging, charge, controller, xbox
+44%
-56%
" ... I have went through probably 6 of these cords because they are terribly designed. ... The connector will bend slightly during use and then will just stop working after a few months of mild use. ... It sucks that xbox decided to use micro usb for the connector because it such a terrible design and will constantly break. ... Probably going to take apart a controller and hardwire one of the cords I bought so that it doesn’t break, or atleast hardwire a new female micro-usb connector so that it sits on the outside of the controller so that it doesn’t break so damn quickly. ... "
" ... Haven’t had this product for no more than two months and only have it one charge and the wire doesn’t work . ... "
" ... Box came half crushed and was missing the actual battery pack it only contained the cord ... "
" ... You're more likely to break the charging cable or controller than you are to have this battery fail on you. ... "
" ... I had to buy another cord entirely for the charger pack. ... "
" ... Check the charging cable that came with your console. ... "
" ... After a month I had to play with the cord to get it to charge, and after another month, I couldn’t get it to work at all. ... "
" ... Works as intended, a bit overpriced, the cable has many kinks in it and not very smooth, has not broken but durability is questionable. ... "
Reliability
61year, month, weeks, stopped working, charge
+23%
-77%
" ... i was also originally shipped the wrong product and it took almost 3 weeks to get here. ... "
" ... They don't work, I've bought and returned several of the Microsoft ones and they don't last more than about 3 months of use before not charging again. ... "
" ... Microsoft needs better QA or ensure Amazon is not selling counterfeits because this stopped working after one month ... "
" ... I was fairly gentle with it, so I think it was just defective. ... "
" ... The product is a few months old and it already has went dead on me ... "
" ... This problem has been documented all over Microsoft forums for years now and 3rd party controllers and solutions don't have this same issue with bluetooth. ... "
" ... Already doesn’t work after only a couple months . ... "
" ... Went out two weeks after I order it. ... "
Usage
42xbox, xbox one, controllers, gift, christmas
+79%
-21%
" ... This is a game changer, and I charge my controller every couple days and it works great! ... "
" ... Is sleek so it’s just like using regular batteries, simple installation no need to change the back for a third party ... "
" ... Works good for both Xbox 360 and Xbox One ... "
" ... Worked right out the box along with my new xbox one controller. ... "
" ... Works well, straightforward application and packaged securely. ... "
" ... Battery charges quickly and keeps it charge while gaming. ... "
" ... It’s simple to use and I just plug it in when I’m done gaming for the night, and then my controller is ready for use whenever I play next! ... "
" ... The battery lasts long, cord is long enough so that you aren't tugging on it while playing games (9ft). ... "
Usage / Gaming
31xbox, xbox one, controllers, gaming, xbox one controller
+74%
-26%
" ... The battery lasts long, cord is long enough so that you aren't tugging on it while playing games (9ft). ... "
" ... After getting a Xbox Core Controller, I saw in the questions section that this should fit the controller without any issues. ... "
" ... Works good for both Xbox 360 and Xbox One ... "
" ... Xbox is king! ... "
" ... Just like the kind i bought at gamestop works great with xbox one elite controller ... "
" ... I use this very lightly since I only connect the controller to my tablet for playing short sessions(2-3 hrs) maybe 2-3 times a week. ... "
" ... This is the one you want to buy if you want a rechargable controller for Xbox. ... "
" ... My gaming buddy suggested that I purchase the Xbox One Play and Charge Kit. ... "
Marketplace
30return, microsoft, box, window, weeks
+37%
-63%
" ... THE TWO ARE NOT COMPATIBLE. ... "
" ... I wish I can return it ... "
" ... Can't return it because i bought it when I preordered my XSX. ... "
" ... I was fairly gentle with it, so I think it was just defective. ... "
" ... i was also originally shipped the wrong product and it took almost 3 weeks to get here. ... "
" ... Product dead on arrival. ... "
" ... And conveniently, it is 1 week outside of the return window, so it is unable to be returned! ... "
" ... Don’t buy it, I want my money back or at least a replacement. ... "
Connectivity
24xbox, cable, usb c, usb, controllers
+42%
-58%
" ... The serial number wasn't even recognized to register the product when the support agent asked me to do so. ... "
" ... The product doesn't state it's a micro USB connection very well. ... "
" ... The cable, being micro USB is absolute garbage as if I move it even slightly, it disconnects, leaving my controller turned off. ... "
" ... Bought it specifically for the new Xbox controller, isn't compatible. ... "
" ... The usb c doesn’t fit!! ... "
" ... It can only be used while plugged in now, which is a bit inconvenient. ... "
" ... The Series X controller has a usb-c port! ... There is a new model that just released (after the Xbox series x launch) that has a usb c cable. ... "
" ... The problem is when you go back to wireless after charging it via the usb cable on the computer (which they claim pc compatibility), the device bluetooth stops functioning and people have to re-pair the device. ... that is intended to be used with a PC . ... "
Price
21price, waste of money, worth the money, worth, spend
+52%
-48%
" ... They will last ten times longer and cost half the price to replace. ... "
" ... Also a much better price than most are selling it for. ... "
" ... It's a much better investment and worth the price. ... "
" ... Thanks for making me pay an extra 25 dollars per controller instead of a flat 70 bucks. ... "
" ... Worth the buy. ... "
" ... It is a decent charger for the price. ... "
" ... Spend the money in the brand. ... "
" ... Worth the money! ... "
Connectivity / Ports
15cable, usb c, usb, controllers, plug
+33%
-67%
" ... The usb cable is infuriating, probably some 36ga wire in it. ... "
" ... I have not used it since these issues and just have the controller plugged into the console. ... "
" ... The cable, being micro USB is absolute garbage as if I move it even slightly, it disconnects, leaving my controller turned off. ... "
" ... The Series X controller has a usb-c port! ... There is a new model that just released (after the Xbox series x launch) that has a usb c cable. ... "
" ... The problem is when you go back to wireless after charging it via the usb cable on the computer (which they claim pc compatibility), the device bluetooth stops functioning and people have to re-pair the device. ... "
" ... I used the cable included in this kit, plugged into my xbox. ... "
" ... The product doesn't state it's a micro USB connection very well. ... "
" ... Controller dies, plug it into the usb ... "
Body
12controller, fit, never, months, get
+25%
-75%
" ... Seems like a rip-off. ... "
" ... Broke in 2 months ... "
" ... I've had for over a year and this one too is starting to peel at the base. ... "
" ... At this point I’m just taking on a bunch of useless plastic. ... "
" ... I can eventually get a good connection but it reminds of of trying to move the rabbit ears on a TV back in the day to get that 1 station to come in clear. ... "
" ... The usb c doesn’t fit!! ... "
" ... I had a lot of trouble putting this into my controller, and removing it. ... "
" ... Broke my controller after 2 uses so would not recomend buying this. ... "
Marketplace / Returns
11window, return date, replacement, refund, weeks
+18%
-82%
" ... Can't return it because i bought it when I preordered my XSX. ... "
" ... Don’t buy it, I want my money back or at least a replacement. ... "
" ... Very disappointed because the return date expired 4 days ago. ... "
" ... I was NOT surprised when I tried to return it and was repeatedly sent by Microsoft reps on chats to an incorrect page - once to the XBox console support page, once to the controller support page, and twice to pages that wouldn’t load at all - just blank. ... "
" ... Went out two weeks after I order it. ... "
" ... And conveniently, it is 1 week outside of the return window, so it is unable to be returned! ... "
" ... I will be returning this product. ... "
" ... I wish I can return it ... "
Marketplace / Marketplace
11seller, oem, microsoft, amazon, order
+55%
-45%
" ... Excellent experience shipped fast was new and unopened great seller. ... "
" ... given the fact that the kit is a 'genuine' Microsoft product . ... "
" ... Exactly as described ... "
" ... Oem replacement part. ... "
Connectivity / Device Compatibility
10pc, controller, plugged, microsoft, controllers
+50%
-50%
" ... It can only be used while plugged in now, which is a bit inconvenient. ... "
" ... Bought it specifically for the new Xbox controller, isn't compatible. ... "
" ... that is intended to be used with a PC . ... "
" ... Have to play it plugged in to the console. ... "
" ... The serial number wasn't even recognized to register the product when the support agent asked me to do so. ... "
Body / Build Quality
8months, controller, year, usb, strong
+25%
-75%
" ... Broke in 2 months ... "
" ... I bought this product under a year ago and it has already broke. ... "
" ... Seems like a rip-off. ... "
" ... Broke my controller after 2 uses so would not recomend buying this. ... "
" ... I've had for over a year and this one too is starting to peel at the base. ... "
" ... At this point I’m just taking on a bunch of useless plastic. ... "
Marketplace / Delivery
6box, packaging, came, weeks, received
+50%
-50%
" ... i was also originally shipped the wrong product and it took almost 3 weeks to get here. ... "
" ... Product dead on arrival. ... "
" ... The product was delivered and was in the proper packaging but was busted out of box. ... "
Usage / As Gift
5christmas, grandson, present, loves, item
+80%
-20%
" ... Bought this gift for my friend for Christmas and it’s been perfect for him so far. ... "
" ... It was a Christmas present for my grandson and was just what he wanted . ... "
Marketplace / Original Product
5oem, microsoft, official, genuine, counterfeit
+60%
-40%
" ... given the fact that the kit is a 'genuine' Microsoft product . ... "
" ... Oem replacement part. ... "
Usage / Setup
3works, battery pack
+100%
" ... Battery pack installation was easy. ... "
" ... Works well, straightforward application and packaged securely. ... "
" ... Is sleek so it’s just like using regular batteries, simple installation no need to change the back for a third party ... "
Software
3+33%
-67%
" ... This problem has been documented all over Microsoft forums for years now and 3rd party controllers and solutions don't have this same issue with bluetooth. ... "
" ... For some reason I like Xbox, but almost all Microsoft products are terrible. ... "
Remote
3tv, charge, batteries, anymore
-100%
" ... Remote will start for maybe a second and then die right away. ... "
" ... Doesn't hold charge anymore so I basically have a wired remote control. ... "
" ... The remote will just disconnect . ... Because of bad connection to the remote . ... "
Performance
3works, job
+100%
" ... I like it got to me fast and it works great. ... "
" ... Did the job. ... "
Marketplace / Product As Described
3exactly, described
+67%
-33%
" ... Exactly as described ... "
Connectivity / USB
3micro usb, usb c port, series x, fit, controllers
-100%
" ... Not all micro USB plugs are the same. ... "
" ... The usb c doesn’t fit!! ... "
" ... The Series X controller has a usb-c port! ... "
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