8BitDo Ultimate 2

G GAMINGbible Olly Smith · reviewer

Altogether, I quite like the 8BitDo Ultimate 2 Bluetooth controller. It’s a fantastic evolution over the gamepad’s previous iteration, with the additional buttons allowing for more possibilities when setting up macros and different profiles, while the sleek design of each part of the unit shows that careful thought has been put into every aspect of this controller.

M Marc The Geek Marc The Geek · 326K subscribers · Oct 2025

I have an unboxing and hands‑on look at two very cool controllers that was sent to me by 8bit Doll, so I can try them out and share a video for you guys.

C CGMagazine Khari Taylor · reviewer

I genuinely adore it. Available in black, white, dark purple and lime green, each controller includes a matching USB-C 2.4 GHz dongle and a charging dock that also stores the dongle when it is not in use. As with other 8BitDo charging docks, the company’s logo is subtly etched on the front, serving as a playful yet intentional nod to its fun-loving brand identity.

N NihongoGamer NihongoGamer · 289K subscribers · Jun 2025

So, this is the natural choice if you're looking for a Pro Controller on Nintendo Switch because it has so many features that makes it ideal as a Pro Controller, but also has the ability to be like the Switch Pro Controller where you've got these trigger buttons that are actual buttons instead of full-on triggers. You've got switches like this, but everything else has also been upgraded.

M MKAU Gaming Sammy Hanson · reviewer

8BitDo is one of the leading brands in 3rd party hardware, known for its high-quality products at lower prices. Many gamers swear by these, and thanks to Bluemouth Interactive, we are fortunate to get our hands on the Ultimate 2 Bluetooth Controller designed for Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, PC, and Mac, as well as iOS and Android devices.

I It Came From A Box It Came From A Box · 155K subscribers · May 2025

Build quality and construction is stellar. It's very solid and nothing feels loose or janky. It's got the same organic rounded shape that just wraps around your hand. But I did notice that the textured grip is slightly less pronounced, less grippy.

M Mama Geek Zoe · reviewer

The TMR joysticks are more sensitive and precise than before, while also using less power than the v1 — always a bonus. The new R4 and L4 bumpers are surprisingly easy to reach with my fingertips, and they don’t interfere with my normal grip, meaning accidental presses aren’t an issue.

J Joey's Retro Handhelds Joey's Retro Handhelds · 94.2K subscribers · Jul 2025

I'm a big fan of these. My favorite feature about these sticks is the LED rings around them. It'll light up to where you move the stick, too. And it'll even mimic it on the other stick, which is pretty fun. I got to be honest, it's cool little things like this that I enjoy seeing on new devices that it just brings out joy.

N Nintendo Life Nintendo Life · reviewer

TMR sticks make the cut — a feature which still usually sees the cost of a controller rocket — and they are a joy, giving you the smoothest sticks around with all of that fancy magnetic magic that goes into making them free from the bane of stick-drift.

G Garrett Crespo Garrett Crespo · 65.4K subscribers · Jul 2025

We'll see how they feel at the end of this review considering I said that this is almost perfect. But we're going to cover everything in time. First, let's just talk about when you get one of these, what comes in the box. Well, first off, of course, it comes with a controller, which I would hope so, cuz otherwise that'd be false advertising. But it also comes with a dock.

For me? I’m just happy to have a controller that feels great in the hand, docks and undocks seamlessly, and doesn’t whiff out the window while I driving.

T Tefty Tefty · 62.7K subscribers · Mar 2026

Um but basically, the TLDR is this is a fantastic value for controller that gets you pretty much everything you need essentially for a PC gaming setup. Or if you want to connect it via Bluetooth to your phone, tablet, whatever. I do have some options. You know, I have like a regular Xbox controller. I also have this guy which I did a review on, the uh the DualSense Edge, I believe it's called.

T TechCravers TechCravers · 44.2K subscribers · Jun 2025

All thanks to my favorite Switch 2 controller, the 8-bit do Ultimate 2 Bluetooth controller. Jokes aside, if I'm being honest, I'm not sure if it was all thanks to the controller or my unmatched gaming skills. Probably a bit of both.

I highly recommend this controller.

A Adin Walls Adin Walls · 35.1K subscribers · Mar 2025

So, we've lost XI input, but we have gained Bluetooth, which I think is a good compromise. Uh we've got the same really nice slick actually they sit in the body better now um these triggers. So you'll see in there that is very much flush with the body whereas this old one you can see a bit of a ridge there still. So slightly better paddles. Uh we've got the contacts there for the dock.

A Adin Walls Adin Walls · 35.1K subscribers · Mar 2026

I still LOVE the Ultimate 2 Wireless Controller

F Frame Counting Frame Counting · 32.5K subscribers · May 2026

This thing is built pretty well. Very sturdy and I think it looks really clean. I really love the black and white tones here. Very nice looking controller. And in terms of comfort, the handles are pretty long. My pinky has plenty of room. With controllers that have shorter handles like this one, you see how my pinky is hanging over here? And this area digs into your palm. Not this guy.

T The Portly Gamer The Portly Gamer · 29.2K subscribers · Jul 2025

And I got to say, I can see why this is called Ultimate. This is the 8-bit D Ultimate 2. Like I said, this was sent to me for review, but that does not affect my opinion in any way. No money has exchanged hands.

T The Co-op Company The Co-op Company · 28K subscribers · Nov 2025

This has become my go-to Nintendo Switch 2 controller, but it's still not perfect. Let's talk about the good and the bad. Thanks 8BitDo for sending it out to us. Welcome to the 8BitDo Ultimate 2 Bluetooth controller. This thing is a beast that is packed with features. To start off with, just talking about the ergonomics themselves, it is very comfortable.

G goukigod goukigod · 27.2K subscribers · Jun 2025

It weighs 246 g which is right in the sweet spot of being light enough not to be fatiguing but heavy enough not to feel like a cheap toy.

R Red Bandana Gaming Red Bandana Gaming · 20.4K subscribers · Apr 2025

Me, and I've always liked the 8BitDo controller. Hands down, I've liked it in hand.

C Corrupt Corrupt · 19.7K subscribers · Oct 2025

This may feel like a bit of a gimmick for some, but I personally think it's a nice touch that makes it stand out from other controllers. Under the hood, we're getting TMR 6, basically an evolution of Hall effect sticks. They are still drift resistant just like Hall effect, so you don't need to worry about your stick degrading over time. But what sets them apart is the high stick resolution, which

T Toasty DIY Toasty DIY · 19.4K subscribers · Mar 2026

So, TMR is kind of like your next step over, where it takes even less battery life, and has even less latency, and supposedly it's even more accurate as well.

D Deegital Tech Deegital Tech · 14.1K subscribers · Jul 2025

This controller is beautiful. As you can see, triggers and bumpers more of a dark gray color than black. And I personally really like it. Design-wise, I really like this controller.

D Deegital Tech Deegital Tech · 14.1K subscribers · Mar 2026

TLDR, buy this for Switch, and this for PC. Man, this is truly the best colorway that 8BitDo has ever made. This shade of yellow is just perfect. I already have a review on my channel on 8BitDo Ultimate 2 wireless controller.

C Craig from YourTech Craig from YourTech · 10.9K subscribers · Oct 2025

I think that's awesome. And these are really satisfying flavors. I'll stop there cuz I'll end up breaking it. You've got a plus, minus, square, and heart button on the front of the controller.

S Switch Unboxing Party! 🎉 Switch Unboxing Party! 🎉 · 7.1K subscribers · May 2026

This controller is like the already amazing Ultimate 1, but has better TMR sticks, more durable Hall effect triggers, and a couple other things we need to check out. We're going to unbox this thing and compare to the first version, the Switch 2 Pro controller, and the Switch 1 Pro controller to find out which one really is the ultimate controller.

M Midas Collector Midas Collector · 4.5K subscribers · Dec 2025

So I'm going to be using this for my PC when I play certain games as using a controller is easier than using the keyboard and mouse. So this one is a collaboration with Hongai Star Rail Evernight. And this character is so cute. It makes me want to go and try out this game. I'm not sure whether any one of you has tried this out. Let me know how fun is it.

P Preem Gaming Gears Preem Gaming Gears · 4K subscribers · Dec 2025

The 8bitdo Ultimate 2 wireless controller sits comfortably in a lovely spot. On one side, it feels familiar and simple like any standard controller. And on the other side, it's packed with a bunch of modern features that you usually expect from something way more expensive.

S Streaming Iraq War Veteran Streaming Iraq War Veteran · 3.9K subscribers · May 2026

But I really like this quite a bit. Um it does have a dongle, but if you plug the USB-C to A cable that's plugged in here right into your computer, you don't ever have to remove the dongle that's in here. You can straight up leave the dongle that's in there in there. That's just like the other one for the keyboard that I have. I think I put up a video of that.

C Chill Dad Reviews Chill Dad Reviews · 3.3K subscribers · Jul 2025

I think I found the most versatile and reliable gaming controller out there. I'm talking about the 8bit do Ultimate 2 wireless controller. It's a single game pad that just works perfectly whether you're gaming on a Windows PC, a Steam Deck, or even on a mobile device. This could be the last and only gaming controller you'll ever need.

C Ceejaybrand Ceejaybrand · 2.9K subscribers · Apr 2026

Ooh, this purple is fire. Ooh, my. Geez, bro, the boxing do no justice for me, but god. Yeah, this purple this purple fire. I can't even cap it, see y'all, bro. Put that to the side, though. We also do get us a dongle as well that's inside the box. This right here is just basically like the charging station itself. Um, which this is also fire as well.

U Uncle Geeb Uncle Geeb · 1.9K subscribers · May 2026

This is the 8bitdo Ultimate 2 controller for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 plus PC and I'm going to tell you why this is actually, I think, my favorite controller I've used yet for my Nintendo Switch 2. >> What's up, guys? My name is Guljee.

U Uncle Geeb Uncle Geeb · 1.9K subscribers · Jul 2026

I absolutely adore this controller. I've already reviewed it on the channel before, but there's a big reason why I'm re-reviewing it. Does it have an ultimate problem you need to know about? Stick around and find out. >> What's up, guys? My name is Echo G.

M Mr K Mr K · 1.3K subscribers · Mar 2026

So far, the sticks have actually held up really well. There's no drift, and they're just as accurate and responsive as when I first got the controller. Honestly, in terms of accuracy, I can't really tell the difference between the new TMR sticks and the old Hall effect ones. And that is very interesting considering when this device first came out, that's what everyone was talking about.

G Gojeda Tech Gojeda Tech · 443 subscribers · Apr 2025

It wasn't something that bothered me in the past with the original, but having the AB comparison, I definitely prefer the hand feel of the Ultimate 2. Another thing to go along with that is the stipple grip has changed from the original.

T That_New_Guy That_New_Guy · 305 subscribers · Jun 2025

And oh, it feels great. It feels really good to be honest. So, wow. It feels really good. It isn't that bad to be honest. Like a lot of people would say, "Yeah, it's too much towards the inside the this part." But no, it's not that bad. Every peel and show it back. Yeah. Two paddles and two I believe is L4 and L4. Yeah. Over here. The D-pad feels really nice. Oh, and it has clicky bumpers.

A Amazon Reviews with Brandon & Hazel Amazon Reviews with Brandon & Hazel · 140 subscribers · Jul 2026

If you're looking for a premium wireless controller that works across multiple platforms and give you a competitive edge, this is one that's definitely worth checking out. This is an 8BitDo Ultimate 2 wireless controller and is compatible with Windows PCs, Apple devices, Steam, and Android, making it a versatile controller whether you're gaming at your desk or on the go.

A ALT + TAB ALT + TAB · 42 subscribers · Apr 2026

Let me show you how to get your money's worth, the 8BitDo Ultimate 2 wireless controller. The 8BitDo's dimension is 147 by 103 by 61.3 millimeters. It weighs 246 grams which is heavy enough not to feel cheap but light enough to not fatigue your hands while using it.

8bit do releases defective products and ask you to buy replacements for something that will eventually need a new replacement. YOU have to pay for their poor product design.

K Kephren Kephren · 33.5K subscribers · Jul 2025

It doesn't feel premium, but it's solid. If you have medium or small end, it feels good. But for bigger end, it might be less comfortable during long session. The build quality is decent, especially for the price. The button feels responsive. The D-pad is very tactile. The trigger have a good travel and the stick feel very precise.

G GamesRadar+ Article

I've always understood the benefit of extra buttons, but the Ultimate 2 was the first time I actually put them to good use.

G Game Tech Talk Game Tech Talk · 27.6K subscribers · Apr 2025

If you are into aiming and you like a stick that grips to your thumb, that is not it. You're probably going to want to use stick caps on these ones. Tactile for all your face buttons. Very tactile shoulders. And then of course, we have our triggers, which have little to no dampening at all, if there is any. It's so minute.

O Official GBAtemp Review Article

I was seriously impressed. The 3E doesn’t quite reach those heights for me.

R Retro Universe & Beyond Retro Universe & Beyond · 7.1K subscribers · May 2026

It has Hall Effect joysticks, so I've never had any issues with joystick drifting or anything like that. It's been a wonderful controller and one thing I really loved about it was the included dock with it to be able to go ahead and charge it without having to plug in a USB cable to it every single time.

G GamesRadar+ Article

Great all-rounder

D Dad Life Gaming Dad Life Gaming · 7K subscribers · May 2025

And yeah, it kind of sucks it's not for your Xbox because that would actually be pretty dope. You know, you get three controllers for the price of one for three different consoles, but this controller is compatible with Windows 10 and above android. So, let's go to the unboxing, guys. Talk about the specs. Check it out.

I iReviewThis iReviewThis · 6.1K subscribers · Oct 2025

So, my first impressions are that this thing looks and feels pretty premium. The yellow colorway is definitely not for everyone, but honestly, it does pop. And the weight is balanced. It's not too heavy, and it's not too light. It just feels solid overall. Now, compared to the Nintendo Switch Pro Controller, this one's for the Nintendo Switch 1. It's not the new one that just came out.

T Tynology Gaming Tynology Gaming · 9.5K subscribers · Aug 2025

I love the connectivity. And so, that's just always been my go-to. But I'm lucky enough to have been sent both the GameSir G7 Pro and the 8BitDo Ultimate 2 Wireless controller. And so I'm going to do a head-to-head on these to see if they can take the crown from the first party Xbox controller that I know and love.