I’m a lifelong gamer and my favorite PS5 and Switch controllers are discounted for October Prime Day — get up to $50 off

Looking for a cute but capable controller for Windows and Android? The 8BitDo Ultimate 2C Wireless features Hall Effect thumbsticks and triggers as well as a 1,000Hz polling rate which negates latency issues and missed inputs. It comes in a bunch of quirky colors and all of them are currently discounted for October Prime Day.

Platforms: Windows, Android

The GameSir Super Nova is one of the cheapest controllers featuring Hall Effect triggers and thumbsticks, both of which give you an edge in gaming. Compatible with a range of devices, the Super Nova boasts great gaming performance, and it comes with a charging dock. It’s competitively priced, and its companion software is user-friendly too.

Platforms: Android, iOS, PC, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2

The PDP Victrix Pro BFG is a brilliantly modular "pro" controller that makes up for its minor shortcomings with a genuinely freeform approach to customisation. When it comes to third-party PS4 and PS5 controllers, it can rank high among the best. It has since been succeeded by the Turtle Beach Victrix Pro BFG Reloaded but if you aren't too fussed about a couple of minor upgrades, the Victrix Pro BFG is a formidable controller.

Platforms: PS5, PS4, PC

The GameSir Cyclone 2 is one of the cheapest ways to elevate your gaming experience. It’s fitted with TMR sticks and Hall Effect triggers that are highly responsive and customizable via user-friendly software. The ergonomic design makes the controller comfortable to use for long periods of time, too.

Platforms: PC, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, iOS, Android

The GameSir X5 Lite is a great mobile game controller for casual gaming. It features Hall Effect thumbsticks that are responsive and enable precise movements. Passthrough charging means you can charge your device while playing, and the controller itself is comfortable to use.

Platforms: Android, iPhone 16 and higher, iPad Mini

The GameSir G8 Galileo is a plug-and-play mobile controller for USB-C devices. It features Hall Effect triggers and thumbsticks for pinpoint precision in racing titles and first-person shooters. It's also compatible with cloud gaming apps, such as PS Remote Play and Steam Link, so you can play your favorite games on the go as long as you have a steady Wi-Fi connection.

Platforms: Android, iPhone 16 and higher

The Razer Wolverine V3 Pro is a remarkably sleek, comfortable and high performance controller for Xbox and PC,boasting Hall Effect thumbs and sticks, alongside a premium build. It uses Razer’s mouse switches for the face actions, which are the real stars of the show — look no further if you’re a lover of clicky buttons.

Platforms: Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows