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Jul 4, 2026 7:09 AM

Prime Members: 8Bitdo Pro 2 Wireless Hall Effect Joystick Controller w/ Case

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8BitDo Official via Amazon has for Prime Members: 8Bitdo Pro 2 Wireless Bluetooth Hall Effect Joystick Controller w/ Travel Case (2 Colors) on sale for $37.19. Shipping is free.

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Available Colors: About this Item:
  • Hall Effect Joysticks: Upgraded for durability, offering high precision and sensitivity.
  • 8Bitdo Ultimate Software: Customizes button mapping, stick/trigger sensitivity, vibration, and macros; supports PC and mobile (Android/iOS); save up to 3 profiles with profile switching.
  • 2 Pro-level Back Buttons: Programmable via 8Bitdo Ultimate Software for custom functions and macros.
  • 4-way Mode Switching: Instantly switch between Switch, Android, D-input, and X-input for easy device pairing.
  • Wide Compatibility: Works with Switch, Steam Deck, PC Windows, Android, Raspberry Pi, iPhone, iPad, macOS, and Apple TV (officially supported).
  • Motion Control & Vibration: Features 6-axis gyro for motion controls and customizable vibration.
  • Additional Features: Turbo function, linear elastic trigger, firmware updates, 20 hours of playtime with 4-hour charge.

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8BitDo Official via Amazon has for Prime Members: 8Bitdo Pro 2 Wireless Bluetooth Hall Effect Joystick Controller w/ Travel Case (2 Colors) on sale for $37.19. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Deal Hunter phoinix for finding this deal.

Available Colors: About this Item:
  • Hall Effect Joysticks: Upgraded for durability, offering high precision and sensitivity.
  • 8Bitdo Ultimate Software: Customizes button mapping, stick/trigger sensitivity, vibration, and macros; supports PC and mobile (Android/iOS); save up to 3 profiles with profile switching.
  • 2 Pro-level Back Buttons: Programmable via 8Bitdo Ultimate Software for custom functions and macros.
  • 4-way Mode Switching: Instantly switch between Switch, Android, D-input, and X-input for easy device pairing.
  • Wide Compatibility: Works with Switch, Steam Deck, PC Windows, Android, Raspberry Pi, iPhone, iPad, macOS, and Apple TV (officially supported).
  • Motion Control & Vibration: Features 6-axis gyro for motion controls and customizable vibration.
  • Additional Features: Turbo function, linear elastic trigger, firmware updates, 20 hours of playtime with 4-hour charge.

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Written by Nate650 | Staff

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Written by phoinix | Staff

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8Bitdo Pro 2 is a versatile retro style wireless controller that stands out for Hall effect sticks, a comfortable grip, and broad compatibility across Switch and Switch 2 after a free firmware update. The included case adds real value, especially for anyone who would have bought one separately, and the battery compartment is a highlight because it accepts either the rechargeable pack or standard AA batteries. The main tradeoff is that the Pro 2 is still an older design with fewer extras than the Pro 3, and the case fits the controller only, not a dock. A practical pick for players who want flexibility and a backup pad.

  • Retro-controller fans who want a backup pad, because the battery is replaceable and it can also run on standard AA batteries.

    HungryDavemuchnutlakimsa

  • Buyers who already planned to purchase a carrying case, because the included case can make the effective cost much lower.

    asukamuchnutlakimsa

  • Players who value hand feel and a symmetrical layout, because the grip shape and d-pad feel comfortable across systems.

    asukaSaveMeMoneyPlease69

  • Multi-system players who want one controller for Switch and Switch 2, because it works on both after a free firmware update.

    krakenx

  • Players who want a controller with built-in charging convenience, because the battery compartment is designed around a replaceable pack or AA batteries instead.

    HungryDavemuchnut

  • Travelers who need to pack the dock too, because the included case fits the controller itself, not the dock.

    lakimsa

  • Competitive precision players who are picky about stick feel, because the comments focus on comfort and versatility rather than pro-level accuracy.

    SaveMeMoneyPlease69

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Jul 4, 2026 3:28 PM
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SelfAwareWolfJul 4, 2026 3:28 PM
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Our community has rated this post as helpful. If you agree, why not thank

IMO 8bitdo ultimate c2 is better joystick
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Jul 4, 2026 6:17 PM
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cargo555Jul 4, 2026 6:17 PM
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good for nintendo switch?
Jul 4, 2026 10:01 PM
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asukaJul 4, 2026 10:01 PM
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Love how they add hall effect and then give it a case. Almost trolling their past work.
Jul 4, 2026 10:03 PM
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asukaJul 4, 2026 10:03 PM
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Quote from SelfAwareWolf View quoted comment :
IMO 8bitdo ultimate c2 is better joystick
Grips better but they picked awful colors to price discriminate. Same stuff under the hood otherwise.
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Jul 5, 2026 2:57 AM
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SaveMeOneJul 5, 2026 2:57 AM
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Quote from asuka View quoted comment :
Love how they add hall effect and then give it a case. Almost trolling their past work.
What happened?
Jul 5, 2026 3:07 AM
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Jul 5, 2026 1:38 PM
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VioletSquirrel509Jul 5, 2026 1:38 PM
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Quote from asuka View quoted comment :
All the old units intentionally didn't have hall effect and didn't come with cases so they would fail and you would have to buy again.

Planned obsolesence.
That's just not true. They've always offered a nice entry-level product with whatever bells and whistles were popular in the market at the time. At one point, a Bluetooth controller with a nice load and traditional shape was a novelty. Then they added the analog sticks. Then shifted to Hall-effect as the market changed and now they offer a TMR variant. I'm still using a first generation pro that's never suffered from any issues or stick-drift. They have increased prices with each iteration as the cost of parts has been higher. 8bitdo is just chasing the market trends and not trying to troll their own products.

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Jul 5, 2026 2:19 PM
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asukaJul 5, 2026 2:19 PM
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Quote from VioletSquirrel509 View quoted comment :
That's just not true. They've always offered a nice entry-level product with whatever bells and whistles were popular in the market at the time. At one point, a Bluetooth controller with a nice load and traditional shape was a novelty. Then they added the analog sticks. Then shifted to Hall-effect as the market changed and now they offer a TMR variant. I'm still using a first generation pro that's never suffered from any issues or stick-drift. They have increased prices with each iteration as the cost of parts has been higher. 8bitdo is just chasing the market trends and not trying to troll their own products.
Hall effect came out with the Saturn. They knew exactly what they were doing. No patents, dirt cheap.

Hard disagree, with no drift.
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Jul 5, 2026 10:19 PM
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PowerfulKitten126Jul 5, 2026 10:19 PM
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Is this the old version that can replace the battery?
Jul 5, 2026 10:35 PM
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HungryDaveJul 5, 2026 10:35 PM
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Quote from PowerfulKitten126 View quoted comment :
Is this the old version that can replace the battery?
Yes you can replace the battery in the Pro 2. Alternatively you can use 2x AA batteries.
Jul 6, 2026 5:01 AM
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muchnutJul 6, 2026 5:01 AM
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Quote from HungryDave View quoted comment :
Yes you can replace the battery in the Pro 2. Alternatively you can use 2x AA batteries.
yeah this is the best part about the pro2, they designed the battery compartment to take a rechargeable battery pack OR standard AA batteries for when the battery pack eventually dies. With the pro3, looks like the trigger adjustment switch blocks where the battery cover used to be.

pro3 has too many features IMO, the pro2 is still my favorite and this price is what I paid before, but this bundle comes with a free case
Jul 6, 2026 12:03 PM
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krakenxJul 6, 2026 12:03 PM
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Quote from cargo555 View quoted comment :
good for nintendo switch?
Yes, it not only works perfectly on the Switch, but it even works on the Switch 2 (and Switch 2 games) after a free firmware update.
Jul 7, 2026 3:09 AM
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LovelyStar182Jul 7, 2026 3:09 AM
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Quote from SelfAwareWolf View quoted comment :
IMO 8bitdo ultimate c2 is better joystick
I have that and it's excellent
Jul 7, 2026 1:00 PM
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paul3000Jul 7, 2026 1:00 PM
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Quote from asuka View quoted comment :
All the old units intentionally didn't have hall effect and didn't come with cases so they would fail and you would have to buy again.

Planned obsolesence.
PS5 and Xbox controllers also don't have Hall effect joysticks.

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Jul 8, 2026 12:45 AM
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asukaJul 8, 2026 12:45 AM
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Quote from paul3000 View quoted comment :
PS5 and Xbox controllers also don't have Hall effect joysticks.
Yeah, but they are first party. The bar is supposed to be higher for third parties.

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