8Bitdo
8Bitdo Ultimate 2 Bluetooth Controller for Switch
A strong pick in the game controllers line-up, with Asymmetrical up front.
75/100
AsymmetricalSwitchable Hall Effect / Tactile5.0USB
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Why we rate it
- PC
- Nintendo Switch
- Hall-effect sticks (drift-proof)
- No trigger locks
- Below-average back paddles / buttons
Score profile
Scored against the game controllers classWhere the 8Bitdo Ultimate 2 Bluetooth Controller for Switch wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Compatibility
PCYes
Nintendo SwitchYes
Sticks and triggers
Stick layoutAsymmetrical
Hall-effect sticks (drift-proof)Yes
TMR sticksYes
Trigger typeSwitchable Hall Effect / Tactile
Hall-effect triggersYes
Buttons and customisation
Back paddles / buttons2
Remappable buttonsYes
Feedback
Adaptive hapticsYes
RumbleYes
Gyroscope (motion)Yes
Battery and power
Charging dock availableYes
USB-C chargingYes
Design and connectivity
WirelessYes
2.4 GHz wirelessYes
Bluetooth5
Wired connectionUSB
RGB lightingYes
Customisation appYes
Onboard profiles3
More specs
ConnectionBluetooth
Hall effectYes
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Highlighted cell = better in that row8Bitdo Ultimate 2 Bluetooth Controller for Switch vs 8BitDo 8BitDo Ultimate 2
8Bitdo Ultimate 2 Bluetooth Controller for Switch8BitDo Ultimate 2
| 8Bitdo8Bitdo Ultimate 2 Bluetooth Controller for SwitchThis page | 8BitDo8BitDo Ultimate 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 75 /100 | 75 /100 |
| Back paddles | 2 | 2 |
| Wireless | Yes | Yes |
Who it's for
Is the 8Bitdo Ultimate 2 Bluetooth Controller for Switch right for you?
Buy it if
Made for players
PC and console players who want a game controller that delivers without fuss, and this one fits.
Skip it if
Skip it if
You need trigger locks, in which case a higher-tier game controller is the better call.
Competitive player
Cares about latency, precision and feel.
excellent
Everyday user
Work and play, wants a reliable all-rounder.
good
Budget buyer
Wants solid basics without overspending.
okay
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the 8Bitdo Ultimate 2 Bluetooth Controller for Switch worth it?
For most buyers, yes. It scores 75/100 against other game controllers, a strong result where the class average is around 63.
What stands out on the 8Bitdo Ultimate 2 Bluetooth Controller for Switch?
Its pc stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the GameSir Cyclone 2?
The GameSir Cyclone 2 scores 78/100 versus this one at 75/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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