The Xbox Elite Series 2 Wireless Controller is currently available at its lowest-ever price from a major retailer. Walmart and Amazon have slashed the price of Microsoft’s premium controller to just $124, down from $180. Target also has the Elite Series 2 on offer, but it might cost you an extra dollar there. We don’t anticipate this bargain will last for long. If you are an Xbox or PC gamer, we suggest grabbing this while you have the chance. The Elite Series 2 has been available for five years, and it has never been offered at this low of a price at any major retailer.
Moreover, if you are acquiring the Elite Series 2 as a gift or wish to play Indiana Jones and the Great Circle this week, you will need to obtain it from Walmart or Target. Currently, Amazon estimates that orders placed today (December 8) may not arrive until January.
Xbox Elite Series 2 Controller
$124 (previously $180)
The Xbox Elite Series 2 Controller is our choice for the best premium Xbox and PC controller you can purchase in 2024.
The Elite Series 2 connects wirelessly via Xbox’s wireless technology or Bluetooth on PC and mobile devices. It can also be wired using the included USB-C cable. Unlike a standard Xbox Wireless Controller, the Elite Series 2 allows you to save three customizable configuration profiles, features adjustable stops with three different settings, and includes interchangeable sticks with adjustable tension, D-pads, and back paddles. It also sports textured grips and is crafted with higher quality materials. The difference in craftsmanship is immediately apparent.
Here’s what you receive with the Elite Series 2:
- 6 interchangeable analog sticks – standard pair, “classic” (smaller) pair, one large dome, and one tall.
- 4 detachable back paddles
- 2 D-pads – the one displayed above and a traditional disc design
- Charging dock
- Braided USB-C cable
- Thumbstick tension adjustment tool
- Hardshell carrying case with designated slots for all components
Xbox Elite Series 2 Core Controller (White)
$98 (previously $130)
The Elite Series 2 Core Controller is also being offered at discounted rates currently. The key difference between the Core and the original version is that the Core only includes the controller itself. It retains the same premium features with textured grips, adjustable stops, and the ability to swap components. However, it does not come with the four back paddles, four additional sticks, a second D-pad, adjustment tool, charging dock, or carrying case.
If you find that you’d like additional components later, there are plenty of third-party accessories available at reasonable prices. We recommend the back paddles from Scuf for $20—though they are often on sale for just $15. You can even find complete accessory kits that are quite good for as little as $18.
Note: Amazon suggests that the Elite Series 2 Core may not arrive until after Christmas, however Walmart and
“`Purpose has items available for purchase now. Walmart and Amazon offer it at a price of $1 lower than Purpose’s offer.
The Xbox Elite Series 2 was initially introduced in 2019, yet it still holds its ground as a premium choice in the high-end controller market. The Elite Series 2’s excellent weight, robust design, and high-quality materials make it feel like a controller worth its $180 price tag. At $124, it’s an undeniable bargain. Numerous third-party brands have attempted to surpass the Elite Series 2 in recent years, and while a few controllers have come close in quality, most powerful wireless options are priced either similarly or higher. This pricing remains true even when the Elite Series 2 is sold at its full price.
Our favorite third-party competitive controllers for Xbox include the Victrix Pro BFG and Razer’s newly released Wolverine V3 Pro. Each controller boasts at least one feature that could be considered superior to the Elite Series 2. The Victrix Pro BFG is a modular controller, allowing you to adjust the thumbsticks to be either offset or aligned. It also includes a six-button fight pad module. On the other hand, the Wolverine V3 Pro offers remarkable microswitch face buttons and two additional bumpers, along with four rear triggers. It features Hall Effect sticks, highlighting an area where the Elite Series 2’s technology reveals its age.
However, Razer’s Wolverine V3 Pro comes in at $200, while the Victrix Pro BFG is typically priced at $180. The Victrix Pro BFG for Xbox is currently on sale for the first time. You can also purchase one in white or black for $160.
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