Elite Wireless Controller Series 2

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Elite Wireless Controller Series 2

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The duelshock 3 has the longest battery life when compared to duelshock 4 and duelsense

Dualshock 4 also has a giant pointless light bar. Nothing compares to Xbox controllers though. I go a month or two without charging my Elite Series 2. The Dualshock 3 lasts ok. It just depends on how old your battery is. I think it's rather easy to replace too.

M3RRI77 in r/PS3

May 25, 2026 1:58 PM

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How reliable is the Xbox Elite Series 2 in 2026?

Ive never had good luck with the Series 2, I get bumper issues without fail. Ive had like 6-8 different elite series 2 at this point that ive either replaced or gotten a warranty on and every single one the RB or LB starts having issues within a few months. I have a stock xbox one controller that i'

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Geoffk123 in r/xbox

May 26, 2026 1:45 PM

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How reliable is the Xbox Elite Series 2 in 2026?

I do hope Xbox announces a series 3. But I gotta say the controller is pretty good. I’ve done a lot of research on different thumb-stick technologies… and they all have disadvantages. The question is not just what do want from your controller, but what can you live without. For example, Hall Effect

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Der_BiertMann in r/xbox

May 26, 2026 9:25 PM

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how to fix and prevent 'peeling' on xbox elite 2 controller?

You can try to peal it up and put a spot of crazy glue but, truth, I ran into the same issue, tried the glue and one spot was great, then other not so good. Went on Amazon did a search for replacement faceplates for the elite 2, like $15-20, even custom colors. This is the one I ordered. Amazon.com:

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DavidinCT in r/XboxSupport

May 27, 2026 2:35 PM

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Valor Pro Wireless is a solid choice

Crazy we had almost the exact same weekend. Been looking for a replacement for my 3rd Elite Series 2 on Xbox Series X. Bought a Wolverine V3 Pro. Didn’t feel right and the 3mm audio jack didn’t work with my headset. Returned that and ordered Valor Pro Wireless. Supposed to be here Wednesday so this

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clw1979clw in r/scufgaming

May 26, 2026 1:47 AM

1

How reliable is the Xbox Elite Series 2 in 2026?

Dropped mine twice, scratched it, playing daily with it for 2-3h almost every day (even more during days off) the last 3 years, I destroyed one of the stick's plastic and the glued the side plastics so it won't look like shit. Its still working perfectly so I have no idea how the fk do people break

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Accomplished_Run9449 in r/xbox

May 26, 2026 2:19 PM

1

How reliable is the Xbox Elite Series 2 in 2026?

Had both the Elite Series 1 & 2, will get the Elite Series 3. Every controller on the market, without exception, will develop problems with long term use. The Elite Controller is however worthy of the best reviews as a controller, because quite simply it has earned that praise in many ways over the

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Blessings-of-the-Sun in r/xbox

May 26, 2026 4:09 PM

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How reliable is the Xbox Elite Series 2 in 2026?

It's about to be hot so be prepared to see the rubber come loose. Bumpers are more prone to deteriorate than series 1. I got the ones I bought for less than the elite series 1 but I bought mine broken for about 30 dollars each. I typically stuck to issues like rubber coming loose and bumper issues a

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World-Three in r/xbox

May 26, 2026 6:16 PM

1

How reliable is the Xbox Elite Series 2 in 2026?

Honestly I've had about 1 Elite series 1 controller and about 3 Elite Series 2 controllers. They ALWAYS lose the grip or get stick drift. There was not one of them who didn't lose the grip between the first couple months. Even a regular controllers have lasted longer. I can't believe I wasted $1000

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IExmortis in r/xbox

May 26, 2026 7:10 PM

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How reliable is the Xbox Elite Series 2 in 2026?

I think I bought 3. 1st one had an issue with bumpers. 2nd one had issues with the A button only working if you hit it dead-center. I tried to have Xbox fix it but they didn’t see any issues and warranty expired. 3rd one, it fell on the right analog stick (maybe 2-3 feet) and now needs to be replace

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Necessary_Bug9433 in r/xbox

May 26, 2026 8:36 PM

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