Name: 8BitDo Ultimate Bluetooth Controller
Brand: 8BitDo

Key specs

Connection: wireless+wired
Platforms: Nintendo Switch · Switch 2 · Windows 10+
Sticks: hall-effect

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Buying decision

Should you buy it?

Buy Ultimate Bluetooth if you want Hall sticks, a charging dock, and Switch + PC flexibility. Skip it if you need Xbox console licensing.

Best for

Switch and PC players who want Hall sticks + dock

Not for

Xbox Series console-only gamers

Main strengthHall Effect joysticks

Main weaknessSwitch-layout face buttons feel odd on PC for some

Reasons to buy

Hall Effect joysticks

Charging dock included

2.4 GHz + Bluetooth + USB-C

Ultimate Software remaps and profiles

Reasons to avoid

Switch-layout face buttons feel odd on PC for some

Not Xbox licensed

Dock is another desk brick

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Full specifications

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Rechargeable: Yes
Battery life: 22 h

Platforms: Nintendo Switch, Switch 2, Windows 10+, SteamOS

Motion controls: Yes
Back buttons / paddles: 2
Stick technology: hall-effect

Includes Dock: Yes
Weight: 8.6 oz (245 g)
Charge Hours: 2.5 W
Connection Type: wireless+wired

Battery: 1000 mAh

On-board profiles: 3

Connection: Bluetooth 5.0 (Switch), 2.4 GHz dongle, USB-C
Form Factor: gamepad

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