Deal Alert: The 8BitDo Pro 2 Controller Is $30 Cheaper Than the Nintendo Switch Pro and Nearly As Good
The 8BitDo Pro 2 Wireless Controller for Nintendo Switch and PC is already very affordable at $49.99. But today, Amazon has dropped another $10 off the price to $39.99. This is the lowest price we’ve seen for a Pro 2 controller.The previous best deal was the older generation SN30 Pro+ model for the same price, but getting this updated controller is definitely the way to go
8BitDo Pro 2 Wireless Bluetooth Gamepad Controller for Nintendo Switch & PC
The 8BitDo Pro 2 controller is compatible not only with Nintendo Switch consoles, but also with Windows, Mac, Android, Steam, and even Raspberry Pi devices. It uses wireless Bluetooth, so it works with your Switch right out of the box, no dongle needed. At $30 less than the Switch Pro Controller price, it has many benefits. The SN30 Pro 2 supports button remapping, adjustable analog sticks, hair triggers and macros. It also supports switch rumble and motion control. It’s powered by a 1,000mAh rechargeable battery, but in a pinch you have the option to use two AA batteries.
In terms of fit and feel, the 8BitDo Pro 2 excels. It’s lighter than the Switch Pro controller, but still very solid and comfortable in the hand. Goes well with the retro style.
8BitDo Pro 2 also brings some new features not found in the previous generation Pro+ model. This includes the ability to save multiple profiles, a handy little switch that lets you change the pairing from Switch to PC on the fly, and two extra programmable rear paddle buttons.
Compared to the official Switch Pro controller, it lacks some features like HD Rumble (although it has standard rumble), amiibo sensing, and the ability to wake the Switch from sleep. However, none of these features are worth the extra $30. The ability to reprogram the buttons on this controller is something the Switch Pro controller can’t emulate, and for the Nintendo Switch owner, this is the next best thing if he doesn’t want to shell out $70 for an official Pro controller. .
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