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Mar 23, 2025 8:10 PM

8BitDo Ultimate 3-Mode Controller for Xbox w/ Hall Effect Joysticks (Black)

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Woot! has 8BitDo Ultimate 3-Mode Controller for Xbox w/ Hall Effect Joysticks + 2 Back Paddle Buttons (Black) on sale for $29.99. Shipping is free for Amazon Prime Members (must login with your Amazon account and select a shipping address in order for Woot to apply free shipping) or is otherwise $6 per order.

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Features:
  • Officially licensed by Xbox. Connect to your Xbox via wired USB, your Windows PC via 2.4G, or your Android devices via Bluetooth.
  • Hall Effect Joysticks
  • Hall Effect impulse triggers (vibration triggers)
  • 2 Pro back paddle buttons
  • Refined Bumpers and D-pad - Clicky but smooth, Light but tactile
  • 3.5mm audio jack. 3-way mode switching button. 3 custom profiles. Multifunctional Charging Dock.
  • Support 8BitDo Ultimate Software.

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Woot! has 8BitDo Ultimate 3-Mode Controller for Xbox w/ Hall Effect Joysticks + 2 Back Paddle Buttons (Black) on sale for $29.99. Shipping is free for Amazon Prime Members (must login with your Amazon account and select a shipping address in order for Woot to apply free shipping) or is otherwise $6 per order.

Thanks to Deal Hunter doublehelixx for finding this deal.

Features:
  • Officially licensed by Xbox. Connect to your Xbox via wired USB, your Windows PC via 2.4G, or your Android devices via Bluetooth.
  • Hall Effect Joysticks
  • Hall Effect impulse triggers (vibration triggers)
  • 2 Pro back paddle buttons
  • Refined Bumpers and D-pad - Clicky but smooth, Light but tactile
  • 3.5mm audio jack. 3-way mode switching button. 3 custom profiles. Multifunctional Charging Dock.
  • Support 8BitDo Ultimate Software.

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Mar 24, 2025 2:28 PM
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doublehelixxMar 24, 2025 2:28 PM
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anyone used one of these?
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Mar 24, 2025 3:07 PM
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worstimelineMar 24, 2025 3:07 PM
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Important note - you won't be able to use this controller via wireless on your Xbox
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Mar 24, 2025 3:30 PM
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EdWrapMar 24, 2025 3:30 PM
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Quote from worstimeline View quoted comment :
Important note - you won't be able to use this controller via wireless on your Xbox
Yeah, pretty big gotcha there.
I'm still waiting on a decent sale for the 8bitdo Pro 2 w/ hall effect. Hopefully my regular Pro 2 lasts until then
Mar 24, 2025 3:34 PM
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AttilayavuzerMar 24, 2025 3:34 PM
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Quote from doublehelixx View quoted comment :
anyone used one of these?
Yep it's awesome. Prefer using it on pc to my official xbox controllers. Build quality feels the same in hand, but the hall effect sticks feel way better. As the other poster mentioned, it only works wired with console though. One of the best charging docks I've used too. Also be sure to use the dongle instead of Bluetooth.
Mar 24, 2025 3:40 PM
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frobroxMar 24, 2025 3:40 PM
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Quote from Attilayavuzer View quoted comment :
Yep it's awesome. Prefer using it on pc to my official xbox controllers. Build quality feels the same in hand, but the hall effect sticks feel way better. As the other poster mentioned, it only works wired with console though. One of the best charging docks I've used too. Also be sure to use the dongle instead of Bluetooth.
Been tempted to get one, although not sure if I need one over my Xbox controller on PC. Think it's worth the upgrade?

Was tempted by this a couple of years back when my bumpers were cracked on my controller, but opted to just replace those.
Mar 24, 2025 4:19 PM
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McFlyJediMar 24, 2025 4:19 PM
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Quote from doublehelixx View quoted comment :
anyone used one of these?
Maybe it's just me but mine had pretty bad latency issues with the dongle as I played on my ROG Ally. I've only tried it twice, did a reset and when it didn't fix it I gave up. I'll give it a shot again though has anyone experienced this and have tips?
Mar 24, 2025 4:37 PM
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eviljesusMar 24, 2025 4:37 PM
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FYI - This lacks gyro, the ability to program macros, and turbo. If you can live without those, this is a good deal.

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Mar 24, 2025 4:39 PM
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rolopez2011Mar 24, 2025 4:39 PM
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They work great. If you get a magic-x adapter from Amazon you can use it wirelessly on your Xbox series s/x with the 2.4ghz dongle. My only complaint is you have to put the controller in PC mode and the Xbox home button requires you to double press to open the home menu. Single press opens the power options menu. But all other buttons work great and no lag at all.
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Mar 24, 2025 4:43 PM
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atlascoreMar 24, 2025 4:43 PM
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These controllers have a great form factor. I have several different types of 8bitdo controllers and keyboards because they're quality. Charging dock is a nice plus and connecting is easy. Now, I will say, if you prefer the triggers on Xbox Controllers, you may not like this. It's more akin to PlayStations triggers which I love but, personally, not for shooters.
Mar 24, 2025 4:44 PM
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HeimlyMar 24, 2025 4:44 PM
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In for one. Been using a standard xbox controller on pc which has been serving me well but curious to see what these HE features are about.
Mar 24, 2025 5:17 PM
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thisisdannyzMar 24, 2025 5:17 PM
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Quote from doublehelixx View quoted comment :
anyone used one of these?
I have and it's great! The paddles will wear so if you're game a lot and use paddles consistently they will eventually not be as responsive. 8bitdo does have a one year warranty. Like mentioned, the controller cannot be used wirelessly on Xbox. Must be some kinda of licensing issue. Overall for $30 pro controller it's a steal compared to $250-300 pro controllers.
Mar 24, 2025 5:46 PM
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JayhawkDealsMar 24, 2025 5:46 PM
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I bought it earlier this month on same deal, been using it with retroarch (mainly N64) and really like it.

Don't bother for xbox when you can routinely buy 1st party for the same price that will work wirelessly. But, great for pc/bluetooth/mobile use.
Mar 24, 2025 6:13 PM
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Mr-BlisterMar 24, 2025 6:13 PM
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Quote from McFlyJedi View quoted comment :
Maybe it's just me but mine had pretty bad latency issues with the dongle as I played on my ROG Ally. I've only tried it twice, did a reset and when it didn't fix it I gave up. I'll give it a shot again though has anyone experienced this and have tips?
This going to sound really weird because USB 3 is backwards compatible with USB 2 but I saw something saying that these 2.4GHz dongles don't play nicely with USB3.

I was having similar trouble with my 8bitdo Ultimate 2C hooked up to my steam deck via a dock. I dug through my cables drawer and found an old USB 2.0 extension cable and plugged the dongle into that and the cable into my dock and I've had zero issues since then. I wish my dock had a USB 2.0 port but it doesn't so I used what I had. It might be worth trying to use an old USB 2.0 hub or extension cable if you have one lying around 🤷
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DeProofMar 24, 2025 6:28 PM
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Note that this will come with a free month of game pass ultimate trial card which if you take at face value is a $19.99 value.

Also, the dock is setup so that the dongle is inside the dock (plugged into an internal USB port) so you can just plug the USBC cable into the dock and the other end into your PC which you will need to do anyway to make the charging dock function anyway) and the wireless will work that way, saving a USB port.

Main issue I have had with these is the extra paddle buttons have a little piece of rubber as a bumper that plugs into a small hole with no glue, so it pops out internally and then the bumper becomes almost impossible to use, and these are a pain to take apart, and the little rubber part might have just fallen out completely. Had this happen on a couple of these. Other than that I love this controller, no complaints.
Last edited by DeProof March 25, 2025 at 08:03 AM.

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Mar 24, 2025 7:08 PM
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TenseReward8527Mar 24, 2025 7:08 PM
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I hope this doesn't have the sloppy dpad my 8bitdo 2c has, which is horrible.

Personally I think you should just save up more for something with motion, which helps with fine aiming control quite a bit.

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