Best Value for Game Controllers
If you're all about getting the most out of your investments, this is the place. From all the Game Controllers I've indexed, those currently have the best balance between power, affordability and durability.
If you can't invest this much, scroll down to the budget section for best value at below-average prices.
For more details on the differences between the best Discounts, best Deals and best Value palmarès and which is best for you, feel free to give Sales Shopping vs. Value Shopping a read.
Best bang for the buck across the board US$230 - US$280
The following game controllers offer the best value. Value is determined by balancing 3 main considerations:
- how much it costs
- how powerful it is
- how long it will likely last
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Thrustmaster USB Joystick for PC from US$30;
SpecsDimensions: 16.51 x 16.10 x 24.00 cmWeight: 1.330 kgdetailed info US$23.74 from Staples (New)as of 2021-01-18 12:29:44, ESTPricing Accuracy
Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on the Staples site at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. × -
Logitech F710 Wireless Gamepad - Console Style from US$40;
SpecsDimensions: 14.20 x 9.80 x 7.50 cmWeight: 0.285 kgdetailed info from US$31.66 - US$31.66 from Logitech (New)as of 2021-01-21 04:30:09, EST
- US$31.66 from Best Buy (New)as of 2021-01-20 06:08:46, EST
- US$31.66 from London Drugs (New)as of 2021-01-21 11:38:54, EST
- US$31.66 from Canada Computers (New)as of 2021-01-21 05:02:27, EST
- US$36.4 from Newegg (New)as of 2021-01-21 04:49:05, EST
- US$55.41 from Staples (New)as of 2021-01-18 04:52:22, EST
- US$55.41 from Dell (Canada) (New)as of 2021-01-21 05:04:48, EST
Pricing Accuracy
Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on the retailer's site at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. × -
Logitech Extreme 3D Pro Joystick from US$40;
SpecsDimensions: 23.62 x 22.86 x 21.34 cmWeight: 1.290 kgdetailed info US$39.58 from Canada Computers (New)as of 2021-01-20 14:34:29, ESTPricing Accuracy
Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on the Canada Computers site at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. × -
Microsoft Xbox One PC Controller from US$5025% cheaper than usual
SpecsDimensions: 17.50 x 17.70 x 7.30 cmWeight: 0.560 kgdetailed info from US$47.49 - US$47.49 from Staples (New)as of 2021-01-20 03:45:01, EST
- US$83.12 from Newegg (New)as of 2021-01-21 03:49:44, EST
Pricing Accuracy
Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on the retailer's site at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. × -
Microsoft Microsoft Xbox X|S Core Wireless Controller from US$60;
SpecsDimensions: 17.81 x 17.70 x 7.19 cmWeight: 0.445 kgdetailed info from US$59.37 - US$59.37 from Microsoft (New)as of 2021-01-21 04:02:59, EST
- US$59.37 from Staples (New)as of 2021-01-21 12:00:31, EST
- US$59.37 from The Source (New)as of 2021-01-20 04:13:09, EST
Pricing Accuracy
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SteelSeries Stratus Duo from US$70;
SpecsDimensions: 15.00 x 11.00 x 6.32 cmWeight: 0.245 kgdetailed info from US$63.33 - US$63.33 from SteelSeries (New)as of 2021-01-19 23:52:19, EST
- US$113.99 from Newegg (New)as of 2021-01-20 05:22:53, EST
Pricing Accuracy
Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on the retailer's site at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. ×
Best bang for the buck under $300
Need something cheaper? No worries, here are the best performing options for game controllers priced below average.
There might be some overlap with the list above, but everything down here is considered budget-friendly.
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Thrustmaster USB Joystick for PC from US$30;
SpecsDimensions: 16.51 x 16.10 x 24.00 cmWeight: 1.330 kgdetailed info US$23.74 from Staples (New)as of 2021-01-18 12:29:44, ESTPricing Accuracy
Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on the Staples site at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. ×
Had a specific budget in mind?
The typical price for game controllers is $74.99 but you can set a budget below:
Looking for something else?
Game Controllers can also be compared based on the following characteristics:
- Versatility for the Price
- per Price Range
- Deals
- Discounts
- Computing Power
- Gaming Power
- Personal Recommendations
- Ease of transportation
- Battery Autonomy
I also have value ranking for:
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All Smart Devices
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Laptops
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Laptops: Netbooks
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Laptops: Portable Laptops
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Laptops: Large Laptops
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Tablets
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Tablets: Small Tablets
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Tablets: Large Tablets
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Stationary Computers
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Stationary Computers: Tower Computers
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Stationary Computers: Compact Towers
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Stationary Computers: Ultra-Compacts
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Stationary Computers: All-in-Ones
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Laptop Bags
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Input Devices
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Input Devices: Keyboards
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Input Devices: Mice and Pointers
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Input Devices: Mouse and Keyboard Combo
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Input Devices: Numeric Keypad
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Monitors
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Speakers
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Webcams
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External Optical Drives
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Consoles
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External Storage
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Other Accessories
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Chairs
This list fluctuates constantly as I add new devices, retire old ones or when they go on sale so go ahead: bookmark this page and come back often.