Xbox
Elite Wireless Controller Series 2
Based on 63 Reddit mentions
$199.00
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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?
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
...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:
...DavidinCT in r/XboxSupport
May 27, 2026 2:35 PM
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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
...Accomplished_Run9449 in r/xbox
May 26, 2026 2:19 PM
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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
...Blessings-of-the-Sun in r/xbox
May 26, 2026 4:09 PM
1
How reliable is the Xbox Elite Series 2 in 2026?
I’ve had mine for a year and a half. I actually adore it (I may be an odd case since I personally don’t care very much about stick drift since it doesn’t really affect me in game, unless I’m AFK). It isn’t flawless. Stick drift is about as bad as the regular Series X/S controllers, and the rubber gr
...Odd_Replacement_9644 in r/xbox
May 26, 2026 9:12 PM
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How reliable is the Xbox Elite Series 2 in 2026?
Everything is great but stick drift and bumpers. If you get one, get the 3 year warranty with it when you register it. That’s what I did. Controller lasted a year and a half, then needed to get both bumpers and both sticks fixed. 2 weeks later it’s like brand new. That being said, elite series 3 and
...CymbalOfJoy613 in r/xbox
May 26, 2026 10:44 PM
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How reliable is the Xbox Elite Series 2 in 2026?
I still use my original Elite for my Xbox one, still works fine. My elite2 is always returned to its case after use, zero issues after 3yrs of hard use.
turtle1077 in r/xbox
May 26, 2026 11:05 PM
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How reliable is the Xbox Elite Series 2 in 2026?
I've own two Elite 2 controllers over the years so here's my thoughts on the points you wanted to know about: Stick drift - Both my current and the previous had stick drift issues. It's something that came about nearing the end of the warranty period. Buttons - No button issues specifically but my f
...DarkoDesign in r/xbox
May 26, 2026 7:59 PM
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