PowerA Wired Controller for Nintendo Switch
4.8 out of 5 rating
102 Reviews
Take your gaming experience to the next level with the Wired Controller for Nintendo Switch. Officially licensed for the Nintendo Switch, the ergonomic controller shape features the Nintendo Switch button layout for easy use. The sleek matte black design goes well with your other consoles. And, with a detachable 10-foot USB cable with velcro-strap, you can keep playing comfortably.
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Reviews
4.8
4.8 out of 5 rating
102 reviews
96% of reviewers recommend this product.
This product is awesome! sssss
5 out of 5 rating
Queenninja81 . 4 years ago
Yes, I'd recommend this product.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I was so excited to try this controller because I love Zelda and it has link on the controller it is so cool! I love the design and how well it works. All my kids are enjoying this controller as well. The controller itself was made very good.
Sleek look, and great handling sssss
5 out of 5 rating
blukorngurl . 4 years ago
Yes, I'd recommend this product.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] My son was excited about the look of this controller and after receiving he tried it out on his favorite games. He was immediately struck by the gold arrow buttons, that give the controller a sleek, upgraded look. He also had no problems with the buttons sticking, or not moving correctly, or any delays in the processing. Altogether, we are very happy with this wired controller.
Features
- Ergonomic controller shape
- Nintendo Switch button layout
- Detachable 10-foot USB cable with velcro strap
- Matte black design
- Officially licensed for Nintendo Switch
- Manufacturer’s 2-year limited warranty
Specs
- Dimensions: 5.79 x 4.33 x 2.44 in.
- Weight: 9.12 oz.
SKU#
SKU#
PA1511370-01
What's in the box
- PowerA Wired Controller for Nintendo Switch
4.8
4.8 out of 5 rating
102 reviews
96% of reviewers recommend this product.
This product is awesome! sssss
5 out of 5 rating
Queenninja81 . 4 years ago
Yes, I'd recommend this product.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I was so excited to try this controller because I love Zelda and it has link on the controller it is so cool! I love the design and how well it works. All my kids are enjoying this controller as well. The controller itself was made very good.
Sleek look, and great handling sssss
5 out of 5 rating
blukorngurl . 4 years ago
Yes, I'd recommend this product.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] My son was excited about the look of this controller and after receiving he tried it out on his favorite games. He was immediately struck by the gold arrow buttons, that give the controller a sleek, upgraded look. He also had no problems with the buttons sticking, or not moving correctly, or any delays in the processing. Altogether, we are very happy with this wired controller.
So cool! sssss
5 out of 5 rating
jennthejenn . 4 years ago
Yes, I'd recommend this product.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This controller is amazing!! My son had been wanting a new one for a while and was thrilled to get this splatoon one! It works like a charm! A+++
Great artistic details! sssss
4 out of 5 rating
Roro1023 . 4 years ago
Yes, I'd recommend this product.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] My favorite part of this Wired Controller (Mario) is the detailed artwork on the controller! The entire controller is covered in fun designs and a cheerful and beloved Mario! It is the perfect size and lightweight, easy to use the controls...especially for my kiddos who aren't fully used to the new Nintendo Switch controller yet. The only thing is I hoped it would have had the rubbery, grip-like analog stick but it does not.
Love Zelda! sssss
5 out of 5 rating
JayH . 4 years ago
Yes, I'd recommend this product.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This Zelda controller is very nice. But it is wired. It has enhanced my gaming experience due to the easy control set up. Also feels a familiar controller which helped with game play.
AWESOME MARIO CONTROLLER sssss
5 out of 5 rating
Kelsey . 4 years ago
Yes, I'd recommend this product.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] We love Mario in this household so we obviously had to get the new controller for the Nintendo Switch. this makes it so much easier to pay my Nintendo Switch connected to the tv. The cord is long so it reaches pretty far. The graphics on the controller are great too. I love the colors and it works perfect.
Fantastic! sssss
5 out of 5 rating
RoyenesOpinions . 4 years ago
Yes, I'd recommend this product.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I got this for my son because he plays this game. I love how bright the colors are on this controller. I gave it to my son and let him play with it and asked what he thought (since I'm not a gamer). He said the buttons are nice and smooth to hold and highly responsive to the touch. He also said that the wire doesn't easily slip out of the docking station either. He said the only thing he would change is to make the controller just a little bigger to be more comfortable; however, it is the standard size so that isn't a negative against it.
As a mom I think this is great because he has already used it for hours upon hours of gaming and it has yet to show any wear and tear on it. No color fading, and the joy sticks are still intact. I HIGHLY recommend this controller!
Great design sssss
4 out of 5 rating
Vela123 . 4 years ago
Yes, I'd recommend this product.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This controller is pretty good for what it is, light weight, long usb cord, easy to use and to put away specially for kids (mine loved it), i would not recommend this to an actual gamer because it doesn't have the motion controls which makes it difficult to play some games like Mario Odyssey, Anyway if you're just looking for a controller to give to your kids this is the one you're looking for
Awesome and stylish sssss
4 out of 5 rating
Auttiedot24 . 4 years ago
Yes, I'd recommend this product.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Literally the best Controller I've used to date
I've used many controllers over the years including high end specialty controllers and I can't think of a single controller that gets as much right as the Switch Pro Controller. At first glance, its appearance doesn't make it look like it's of the highest quality thanks to a very basic shape and not much in the way of immediate standout extras. The moment I picked this up to play a game, however, it became immediately apparent just how high quality this controller actually is.
The material used for the controller is a hard plastic that is neither rough like the base Xbox One controller nor is it glossy like the Wii U Pro Controller. No, it's a smooth mat finish with a different texture on the handles. It is extremely pleasant to hold, much like a Dual Shock 4 or a Xbox One Elite Controller.
When it comes to the actual inputs, I was shocked to find how much I like the analogs on this controller. The analogs have a very similar shape to the Dual Shock 4 (DS4) analogs and they almost as much pressure as the DS4 analogs. However, unlike the DS4 they have tread around the edges like the Xbox One (XB1) controller but it's a lighter amount and the rubber material used is similar to the material used for the Wii U Pro Controller and Gamepad. This is all good imo. The analogs on the Switch Pro controller essentially have all the pro's of the gen 8 analogs without any of the cons.
When it comes to the buttons, in specific, the face buttons, Nintendo has delivered as expected. The face buttons protrude just as much as the Wii U Pro controller but are slightly larger and aren't as loose. They feel great to press and use. The d-pad protrudes the right amount, clicks the right amount, has a great roll, and essentially functions the way I've come to expect from high quality Nintendo d-pads. The other 4 face buttons are much smaller and don't protrude as much but they're much easier to press and use then on the Joycons.
When it comes to the shoulder buttons, unfortunately, the triggers are still digital buttons like the Wii U Pro controller and Gamepad. However, much like the Wii U Pro controller, they're extremely easy to press and comfortable use. They have a really nice feel to them.
On the note of comfort, for me, after using the Wii U Pro controller for a significant amount of time and while I do like having the 1 up and 1 down layout design, I found that the Wii U Pro controller was a vastly more comfortable controller experience then any controller before it. While the Switch Pro controller doesn't fully match the Wii U Pro controller in the level of comfort, it comes really close. After several long game sessions, I have yet to run into any instances of discomfort or stress on my hands while playing. That said, because the base molding has such a basic design, the grips don't mold as well into my palms as the Xbox One controller, DS4 controller, or Wii U Pro controller. This isn't to say that the grips are inherently bad, but they could benefit from slightly more curves in their shape. Another issue that arises from the basic molding is the back of the controller is kind of flat. While this does help to an extent because there's no protruding plastic on the inner part of my middle finger causing discomfort, it also means there's no plastic to kind of catch the middle finger for better gripping. I should note, neither issue are major complaints that cause issues with gameplay or comfort, however, I do think the Switch Pro controller could have been even better if the shell was slightly closer to the Wii U Pro controllers.
When it comes to extra features, the controller isn't as barebones as the Wii U pro controller. Because of this, instead of getting 80 hours of battery life, it gets 40. This is far from bad though. You have no obnoxious lights or useless battery draining features that you can't turn off like the DS4 and unlike the XB1 controller, it comes with a battery built in. To add to that, it uses USB type C to charge which, in my opinion, is infinitely better then Micro USB. Unfortunately, like the Wii U Pro controller, it's still missing a headset jack, which honestly, the Switch, like every other Nintendo system, doesn't have a robust online system with voice chat taking a center roll. This may change down the road, though I doubt it will, so I'm not expecting the lack of a headset jack to really mean much. Granted, I do every now and then plug in my headset to just hear the game audio late at night on my PS4 and XB1 to keep the volume low for everybody who's sleeping. That said, I can also play the system portably and plug in a headset there, which also works for me though I do understand if somebody who wants to play on the TV only finds this annoying.
They've added a share button similar to the DS4, which is always cool. There's a NFC reader built right into the controller now, which is very good for what Nintendo's doing thought I have no idea if this will really ever be used outside of what does. Though, I should note, I've already used the NFC reader several times. It also includes the HD Rumble, which is pretty awesome. While the HD rumble is definitely best suited for the Joycons, it still works well in games that support it and use the Pro controller.
Overall, while it's not the absolute perfect controller, it's one of the best controllers I've ever used. It's comfortable to hold, comfortable to use, has inputs that work exactly the way I want them to, has no annoyances I wish weren't there, and has one of the best battery situations I've ever seen in an input device. It feels very premium, even more premium then premium controllers I've purchased for other systems. Imo, if you own a Switch, this controller is a must buy. If you're looking for a controller for PC, you'd be hard pressed to find something better.
Awesome look and feel to this controller sssss
5 out of 5 rating
tinker111103 . 4 years ago
Yes, I'd recommend this product.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] My kids are loving their new Bowser Nintendo switch controller! The graphic on this controller is very detailed and is a great look to change up a boring single color controller. I like that they also make a variety of characters so each kid can play while having their favorite character on their remote. The remote was easy to plug into our switch and use. It works perfectly and we have had no issues since we started using it.
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