My 3 favorite Nintendo Switch 2 controllers are currently on sale — starting at $49

A GameSir Super Nova controller for the Nintendo Switch 2
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The Nintendo Switch 2 is one of the best game consoles out there. It's a fantastic hybrid as it lets you play your favorite games in handheld mode or on a screen. I, much like many others, love playing Mario Kart World on it. But I'll be honest: I still don't like the new Joy-Cons. Don't get me wrong, they're very versatile and cool, but I hate the fact that they are still prone to stick drift (as they don't utilize Hall Effect sensors).

But it's okay if they aren't perfect, as you can always grab a third-party controller and a lot of the times, these gamepads cost much less than a new pair of Joy-Cons or the first-party Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller. I've tested many Switch 2 controllers and if you're on the hunt for one, you're in luck as my three favorites are currently discounted at Amazon.

I awarded the GameSir Super Nova 4.5 stars for its responsive Hall Effect thumbsticks (which even the Pro Controller doesn't feature), and it's currently down to $49 at Amazon. If you want TMR sensors instead — they allow for every minute adjustments in gameplay — I recommend the GameSir Cyclone 2 which is currently available for $50 at Amazon U.S. and £47 at Amazon U.K.

These deals won't last forever though, so grab these controllers while you can!

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Nintendo Switch 2 controller deals — USA

GameSir Super Nova
4.5-star rating
GameSir Super Nova: was $59 now $49 at Amazon

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.

Read my full GameSir Super Nova review.

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GameSir Cyclone 2
4-star rating
GameSir Cyclone 2: was $55 now $50 at Amazon

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.

Read my full GameSir Cyclone 2 review.

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Turtle Beach Rematch Wireless
4-star rating
Turtle Beach Rematch Wireless: was $59 now $54 at Amazon

As budget controllers go, the Turtle Beach Rematch Wireless is a fantastic gamepad for the Nintendo Switch family. Featuring analog thumbsticks and triggers that are highly responsive and motion controls, not only does the Rematch Wireless make games feel more immersive, but it’s extremely comfortable, too. There are also two rear buttons that can be remapped on the fly.

Read my full Turtle Beach Rematch Wireless review.

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Nintendo Switch 2 controller deals — UK

GameSir Super Nova
4.5-star rating
GameSir Super Nova: £49 at Amazon

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. Sadly, it's not reduced at Amazon in the U.K. at time of writing, but it still makes for an excellent controller purchase. And it comes with a charging dock.

Read my full GameSir Super Nova review.

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GameSir Cyclone 2
4-star rating
GameSir Cyclone 2: was £55 now £47 at Amazon

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.

Read my full GameSir Cyclone 2 review.

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Turtle Beach Rematch Wireless
4-star rating
Turtle Beach Rematch Wireless: £49 at Amazon

As budget controllers go, the Turtle Beach Rematch Wireless is a fantastic gamepad for the Nintendo Switch family. Like the Super Nova, it's also not currently reduced in the U.K. but that hardly matters when the package is this good. Featuring analog thumbsticks and triggers that are highly responsive and motion controls, not only does the Rematch Wireless make games feel more immersive, but it’s extremely comfortable, too.

Read my full Turtle Beach Rematch Wireless review.

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Nikita Achanta
Staff Writer, Reviews

Nikita is a Staff Writer on the Reviews team at Tom's Guide. She's a lifelong gaming and photography enthusiast, always on the lookout for the latest tech. Having worked as a Sub Editor and Writer for Canon EMEA, she has interviewed photographers from all over the world and working in different genres. When she’s not working, Nikita can usually be found sinking hours into RPGs on her PS5, flying a drone (she's a licensed drone pilot), at a concert, or watching F1. Her work has appeared in several publications including Motor Sport Magazine, NME, Marriott Bonvoy, The Independent, and Metro.

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