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Mar 25, 2025 8:28 AM

8Bitdo SN30 Pro Wireless Bluetooth Controller w/ Hall Effect Joysticks (2 Colors)

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8BitDo Official via Amazon has 8Bitdo SN30 Pro Wireless Bluetooth Controller w/ Hall Effect Joysticks (Gray Edition) on sale for $44.99 - $9 (20%) off when you 'clip' the coupon on the product page = $35.99. Shipping is free.
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8BitDo Official via Amazon has for Prime Members: 8Bitdo SN30 Pro Wireless Bluetooth Controller w/ Hall Effect Joysticks (G Classic Edition) on sale for $35.99. Shipping is free.

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About this product:
  • Upgraded Hall Effect joysticks; robust and long-lasting and offering higher precision and sensitivity
  • Retro controller with a full button set with clickable joysticks, rumble vibration, motion controls, wireless bluetooth, rechargeable battery, home and screen shot buttons, and a USB-C connector
  • Turbo function and classic d-pad
  • 6-Axis gyro somatosensory and motion controls functions
  • Dual micro-vibration motor provides a variety of vibration effects
  • Compatible with Switch, PC Windows, Steam Deck, Android & Raspberry Pi, iPhone, iPad, macOS and Apple TV
  • 18 play hours with 1-2 hour charging time w/ rechargeable 480mAh li-on battery

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8BitDo Official via Amazon has 8Bitdo SN30 Pro Wireless Bluetooth Controller w/ Hall Effect Joysticks (Gray Edition) on sale for $44.99 - $9 (20%) off when you 'clip' the coupon on the product page = $35.99. Shipping is free.
  • Note: You must be logged in to clip coupons; coupons are typically for one-time use.
8BitDo Official via Amazon has for Prime Members: 8Bitdo SN30 Pro Wireless Bluetooth Controller w/ Hall Effect Joysticks (G Classic Edition) on sale for $35.99. Shipping is free.

Also available from:Thanks to Community Member Cheapskate27 for sharing this deal.

About this product:
  • Upgraded Hall Effect joysticks; robust and long-lasting and offering higher precision and sensitivity
  • Retro controller with a full button set with clickable joysticks, rumble vibration, motion controls, wireless bluetooth, rechargeable battery, home and screen shot buttons, and a USB-C connector
  • Turbo function and classic d-pad
  • 6-Axis gyro somatosensory and motion controls functions
  • Dual micro-vibration motor provides a variety of vibration effects
  • Compatible with Switch, PC Windows, Steam Deck, Android & Raspberry Pi, iPhone, iPad, macOS and Apple TV
  • 18 play hours with 1-2 hour charging time w/ rechargeable 480mAh li-on battery

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Written by jimmytx | Staff

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Mar 25, 2025 10:51 AM
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ConcentricCamMar 25, 2025 10:51 AM
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This is an excellent controller at a fair price. However, if you are willing to search AliExpress for 8Bitdo SN30 Pro Bluetooth Wireless Gaming Controller and look for coupons, you can get it under $30 right now, with free shipping. It may take a week or more to get to you, however.
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Have one and it's a great retro controller, but note that the R1 & L1 buttons are comically small!
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Mar 25, 2025 7:48 PM
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dealmonkeyMar 25, 2025 7:48 PM
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Quote from ConcentricCam View quoted comment :
This is an excellent controller at a fair price. However, if you are willing to search AliExpress for 8Bitdo SN30 Pro Bluetooth Wireless Gaming Controller and look for coupons, you can get it under $30 right now, with free shipping. It may take a week or more to get to you, however.
Knockoff controller or official 8bitdo?
Mar 25, 2025 7:52 PM
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SkillfulPenguin991Mar 25, 2025 7:52 PM
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Quote from dealmonkey View quoted comment :
Knockoff controller or official 8bitdo?
8bitdo's official store is on Aliexpress. I'm assuming the coupons are the ones AE gives out periodically
Mar 25, 2025 11:48 PM
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m00tknifeMar 25, 2025 11:48 PM
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How is the input lag on these?
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Mar 25, 2025 11:53 PM
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Mar 25, 2025 11:53 PM
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The price on 8bitdo's Aliexpress store isn't attractive enough to deal w/ them over BB and Amazon IMO, only $4 less with a coupon. Can be had for cheaper from other sellers on Aliexpress, but YMMV with those guys.

That said: Amazon and Best Buy are more trustworthy than almost everything outside 8bitdo's Aliexpress store, when it comes to knockoffs. And returns are easier.

Link to it in 8bitdo's store on Aliexpress:
https://www.aliexpress.us/item/22...99231.html
Last edited by Cheapskate27 March 25, 2025 at 05:09 PM.
Mar 26, 2025 1:01 AM
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siapiMar 26, 2025 1:01 AM
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Can this controller connect to Tesla?
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Mar 26, 2025 5:29 AM
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TalA9559Mar 26, 2025 5:29 AM
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Quote from ConcentricCam View quoted comment :
This is an excellent controller at a fair price. However, if you are willing to search AliExpress for 8Bitdo SN30 Pro Bluetooth Wireless Gaming Controller and look for coupons, you can get it under $30 right now, with free shipping. It may take a week or more to get to you, however.
Yep, I just got the Ultimate C2 for Switch for $21.
It's $30 on Amazon.
Mar 26, 2025 5:33 AM
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Quote from siapi View quoted comment :
Can this controller connect to Tesla?
Yes.
I don't remember which mode, but either "Windows Mode" (START + X) or "Android Mode" (START + B) would pair it to my Tesla.
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Mar 26, 2025 6:51 AM
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bonbon525Mar 26, 2025 6:51 AM
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do these controller have the same feel/buttons like the original SNES controllers? like this from nintendo for $30?
Super Nintendo Entertainment System™ Controller

i have tried a few controllers but it just doesnt feel like the original for games like street fighters etc. the closest are the buffalo usb wired ones i bought 10 years ago. still have them but unfortunately they dont work with the nintendo switch systems.
Mar 26, 2025 12:00 PM
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dolfan058Mar 26, 2025 12:00 PM
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I have the Xbox variant of this. It feels similar but the shoulder buttons feel different due to the inclusion of L2/R2, and the joysticks add a different heft to it. honestly I think your best bet will be to buy the official ones from Nintendo if they're on sale
Mar 26, 2025 12:39 PM
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TinyTimslickMar 26, 2025 12:39 PM
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Quote from dolfan058 View quoted comment :
I have the Xbox variant of this. It feels similar but the shoulder buttons feel different due to the inclusion of L2/R2, and the joysticks add a different heft to it. honestly I think your best bet will be to buy the official ones from Nintendo if they're on sale
All or the ones with analog sticks have l2 and r2
Mar 26, 2025 1:14 PM
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q2w34Mar 26, 2025 1:14 PM
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Quote from m00tknife View quoted comment :
How is the input lag on these?
zero input lag, i play shmups.
best to get a quality dongle like https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DKFXGR21
Mar 26, 2025 1:21 PM
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dolfan058Mar 26, 2025 1:21 PM
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Quote from TinyTimslick View quoted comment :
All or the ones with analog sticks have l2 and r2
Would assume so but the 8bitdo website would be your best bet to validate as they have all their controllers listed out with pictures

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Mar 26, 2025 3:22 PM
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