AKNES RetroFlag Handheld Controller for Nintendo Switch and Switch OLED, Pro Controller One-Piece Joypad, Full-Size Ergonomic design, with Turbo/Vibration/Gyro/Button Swap

good nice feel good feels nice i like

I'm not a fan of the joycons that come with the nintendo switch. They are playable in a pinch, but I like a real D-Pad, and I find that the "D-Pad" and the analog stick are uncomfortably close.I've tried quite a few other Joycon alternatives, and the RetroFlag Switch Handheld Controller is by far the best one.HORI Split Pad Pro is tried and tested, and is the standard when it comes to joycon alternatives, but to me, it kinda feels cheap, and it doesn't have gyro which is necessary for some games.Binbok feels less cheap, but the D-Pad is really, really bad. Especially if you use it often, there's some sticky pads underneath it that eventually come loose and make the D-Pad feel horrible. I don't like Binbok.I've tried NYXI. I've had two different sets of joycons, and while they work well, shortly into their lifespan they started randomly disconnecting while I was playing a game. It doesn't happen that often, but it's often enough that it's very noticable, and it's often enough that I can't recommend NYXI.This, however, is wonderful. The Analog stick is solid, the d-pad is amazing, the buttons are perfect, the whole thing is durable.I love that the right analog stick has the aesthetic of the gamecube, the entire aesthetic of the controller is good (even though I'm not a fan of the partially transparent plastic, I wish there were better casing alternatives). The grip feels wonderful, it doesn't have too much added bulk compared to a lot of other joycon alternatives that are actually controllers that connect through the USB port. It has Gyro, and vibration.Just make if you get it, you know there's a setting you have to use in your switch settings (Pro Controller Wired Communication) or else the controller won't work.

First of all this grip rocks the GameCube controller feel and aesthetic. It is as comfortable to use as it is pleasing to the eyes. I have owned several grip cases and own two Nexigo grip controllers, but this has quickly become my all time favorite when playing my Switch in handheld mode.The buttons are incredibly responsive and the joysticks are a dream. And from what I have read the way this was built you shouldn't have to worry about the dreaded joycon drift with this bad boy.I saw another review for the controller grip and they gave it a 2 star review claiming this grip "scratched up the sides of their Switch." I have to say that is 100% user error. I have the OLED model and this grip fits snug but comfortably. The only way you are going to scratch your Switch with this grip is if you are trying to put it on blindfolded with one arm tied behind your back. No disrepct to that reviewer intended.In all seriousness though this is an easy five star review from me. If I had to find one thing to criticize it would be that because of the size it is hard to find a carrying case that this will fit into comfortably. I like to take my Switch with me on most overnight trips and I like the security a travel case offers against drops and scratches. Just means I have to get a little more creative when on the go. Aside from that the device itself deserves a perfect 5☆ .

Very good color , build quality amazing. The buttons and sticks work flawlessly. However it is on the big side it will make your switch look and feel more bulky and you'll need a bigger case

Simply does not work. Got it for my oled and it detected it for 30 second and I was able to use it in game then it suddenly stopped working. I've done every measure possible to get this to work but it doesnt. It still however charges the switch with it connected and allows you to swap button mappings but nothing else. Do yourself a favor and stay far away from this product.

I bought this for my bfs birthday, but I use it more than him! Personally, I'm not a fan of the original switch controllers because they dig into my palms and the buttons are small. This fits perfectly in my hand, the buttons are a nice size and is so comfortable for playing for a long time! I had some trouble getting it connected day 1 (make sure you go into your controller settings), but haven't had a single issue since. It's a super snug fit, so you need to be careful when connecting the port. I would definitely buy again, but I think it is durable enough to last a lifetime!

I’ve been looking for a replacement controller for awhile and I’ve purchased every type, returning many to Amazon. I love my pro controller, but that’s not the point of this console. My Hori controller was fine, but the distance between the buttons and the right thumb stick is too close to play any snes or other 2d platformer well. This is a game changer, the distance is perfect, so you never hit the thumb stick playing MMX and it being a grip makes it really sturdy. The thumb sticks aren’t NGC quality, but are like a powerA NGC controller. With that being said it doesn’t hamper the playability. Buy it. Yes, it’s a darker purple, but who cares.

I'm going to keep this real simple. This was a great controller while it lasted. But after some pretty light use, my switch just stopped detecting it. My other controllers work fine, as well as my joycon. And so does my dock. I can't really recommend a $50 controller that only lasted a few months of relatively light use. I tried the update on retroflags site, and still undetected.