13 Best Mobile Game Controllers (2024): iPhone or Android Leave a comment

There are a number of different cellular controllers we examined that simply missed out on a spot above or did not make the grade, plus just a few that we’re eager to check quickly.

Turtle Seaside Atom Controller for $80: With a intelligent two-piece design, this controller folds away neatly, however feels insecure with out a again. The clamps on both sides are awkward, notably with telephones sporting giant digicam modules. I had bother connecting, and dislike that the correct aspect must be turned on individually (press B and menu buttons). The proper aspect connects wirelessly (2.4 GHz), however the controller connects to your cellphone by way of Bluetooth. It principally labored high quality for me, however after I performed Jydge, the motion was inverted on the left stick. You get round 20 hours of battery life. It takes about two hours to cost. If portability is your important concern, it could be value a glance.

GameSir T4 Cyclone for $40: Comparatively reasonably priced, with a grippy end and Corridor Impact joysticks, it is a stable controller. There are a few programmable buttons round again, rumble motors within the grips, and a useful multi-function button. It additionally helps Bluetooth, 2.4-GHz with an non-compulsory dongle, and USB-C connections. However the battery is barely 860 mAh, the GameSir app is flaky, and the LED is annoyingly shiny.

GuliKit KingKong 2 Professional for $70: Supplanted by GuliKit’s new mannequin, this controller is a bit cheaper and remains to be an excellent choose for folk who don’t care about again paddles. It has Corridor impact sticks, a programmable button, and many of the different options that the KK Max 3 listed above has.

Nacon MG-X Professional for $88: It looks like Nacon minimize an Xbox controller in half to insert an extendable cellphone cradle, however in order for you this model of controller the GameSir G8 listed above is what we advocate. The MG-X Professional is barely roomier, however the G8 is superior in each different approach.

PowerA Moga XP Extremely for $107: I really like the thought of mixing a great deal of choices right into a controller, and PowerA’s loopy Moga XP Extremely is definitely versatile. It really works wirelessly together with your Xbox, Home windows PC, or Android cellphone, providing stable battery life (as much as 40 hours by way of Bluetooth or 60 hours for Xbox). However the gimmicky mini controller that slides out, Transformer-style, for gaming on the go is simply too small and laborious to grip comfortably. The buttons, triggers, and sticks are all good, and the clip works high quality for holding your cellphone, however the D-pad is stiff. All in all, it’s an expensive blended bag.

Razer Kishi V2 for $90: The Razer Kishi V2 is okay, but it surely’s slower, greater, and fewer polished than the Spine One. It is an extendable cellular controller that is available in Android and iPhone variations. Each can stream PlayStation or Xbox video games and work with Home windows too. However finally, Spine’s superior software program and headphone jack make it the higher selection. —Louryn Strampe

Riot PWR iOS Xbox Version Cloud Gaming Controller for $25: An MFi-certified controller for iPhone or iPad gaming (older Lightning port units) that boasts pass-through charging, direct Lightning cable connection, and a 3.5-mm audio port. It feels very similar to an Xbox controller, helps Xbox Cloud Gaming or distant play, and comes with one free month of Sport Go Final. On the draw back, the cable is a bit messy. The Riot PWR MFi Controller for ($68) is sort of similar, however with out the garish inexperienced styling and coloured Xbox buttons. There’s a USB-C choice too.

Turtle Seaside Recon Cloud for $59: Right here is one other Xbox-branded controller that helps Xbox Cloud Gaming and Distant Play and comes with one free month of Sport Go Final. It feels good in-hand, has a stable cellphone clip, and works with Android, Xbox, and Home windows. It additionally options some audio enhancements (when plugged in), programmable buttons, and a useful Professional-Purpose function that reduces sensitivity on the correct stick for aiming in FPS video games. It is a good improve choose over the PowerA controller listed above, however solely in order for you the additional options.

GameSir X3 for $100: On paper, that is an improve over the X2, with refined buttons, extra choices for the joysticks, and a cooling fan on the again. However I like to recommend the cheaper X2 Professional listed above as an alternative, as a result of the fan provides bulk and weight and it wants energy by way of a devoted USB-C port. (It has a separate USB-C port for pass-through charging of your cellphone.)

PowerA Moga XP7-X Plus for $85: This controller affords every little thing the XP-5 X does however you can even take away the stand within the middle to fit in your cellphone (my Pixel 6 Professional matches properly). It’s sturdy, affords loads of buttons (solely a screenshot button is lacking), and may wirelessly cost your cellphone. However it’s costly, has a Micro USB port after I’d favor USB-C, and has solely a 2,000 mAh battery, so follow the XP-5 X until you actually need that spring-loaded cradle to suit your cellphone in.

8BitDo SN30 Professional for $45: Conjuring reminiscences of the SNES, this controller works with Android, Home windows, MacOS, and Swap. It has built-in rumble, a stable D-pad, good battery life, and a USB-C port.