In today's video I've rounded up for you guys what I think are the best PC controllers in
2021 Before we start let me know down below in
the comments if you prefer a Controller or the standard keyboard + mouse?
First, on the list, we have a quite known name on the controller industry, alias? the
ultimate budget solution, the Logitech F310 - Best Budget
By including support for as many games as possible, Logitech aims to make the F310 the
only PC gamepad you'll ever need. The controller installs and operates instantly out of the
box with most modern PC titles, but it has other pack-ins to allow for use with other
games. If you're looking to game with older PC titles that existed before current input
standards, such as DirectInput, you can toggle a physical switch to swap the device into
that mode. F310 comes in blue color with black highlights,
the F310 features two analog mini-sticks, two-button/trigger combos, a D-pad, four programmable
action buttons (A, B, X, Y), and the mandatory ‘back', ‘start’ and ‘mode’ buttons.
On the underside you'll find a toggle that allows you to switch between XInput and DirectInput,
ensuring those vintage platformers you have stashed away will likely function, though
you may need to download the software from Logitech's website to fine-tune your configuration.
The grip of the Logitech F310 gamepad is also relatively comfortable and not slippery because
of the textured surface. But for those who have small hands, the distance between the
right and left grips looks a little wide. The plastic material used in this gamepad
looks thin, but it turns out to be very sturdy and not as a cheap gamepad after use.
The Logitech F310 gamepad allows you to experience console-style gaming at an affordable price
and during gameplay seems to be very responsive. The controller has all the necessary buttons
needed to play console-style games such as Halo or assassins creed.
Next, we have quite a unique pick, the 8Bitdo SN30 Pro - Best Retro(Desing)
There is something about Nintendo and its products that has an everlasting yet memorable
design. There are still many people hunting and collecting retro Nintendo hardware just
for keepsake. With that in mind, there is a market for controllers that has the look
and feel of these retro Nintendo controllers but with modern functions and compatibility.
Introducing, the 8bitdo SN30 8Bitdo hit a home run with the SN30 Pro. This
controller is perfect for retro games, along with working great for modern games. Plus,
it works with just about any device you could imagine, including your phone, PC, or Nintendo
Switch. This time 8bitdo is taking its design cues
from the Super Nintendo Entertainment System, or SNES for short, one of my favorite consoles
of all time. 8bitdo has done a great job of using classic
Nintendo design elements to charm retro game fans. The N30 Pro hearkened back to the Nintendo
Entertainment System (NES) quite successfully from a design perspective but had to alter
the hardware in order to add functionality. With the SN30 Pro, 8bitdo didn’t change
as much of the design. If you love the look and feel of the SNES controller, it’s all
here in the SN30 Pro and does it better than the N30 Pro.
The standard SNES controller features are here: direction pad on the left, A/B/X/Y face
buttons on the right, small rubber Select and Start buttons in the middle, and L/R trigger
buttons on the top. The SN30 Pro and its variations add modern gamepad accouterments, like dual
analog sticks located between the direction pad, Select/Start, and A/B/X/Y buttons and
secondary ZL/ZR triggers alongside the L and R buttons. Finally, small, circular Home and
Star/Share buttons sit below the direction pad and face buttons.
Next, we have, the Best All-Rounder, the Razer Wolverine V2
Razer is looking to continue catering to the hardcore audience with its newly-released
Wolverine V2 Chroma controller for PC, Xbox Series
This is a premium controller with a tremendous amount of customizable functionality. One
of the most obvious upgrades over a standard Xbox controller is the Mecha-Tactile buttons.
The action buttons and d-pad are responsive and satisfyingly clicky. Think about a mechanical
keyboard but applied to controller buttons. Compared to a traditional membrane button,
the Mecha-Tactile buttons allow gamers to click quicker. Razer quotes a 40% faster actuation
and response time for their controller, which makes all the difference in competitive gaming.
This controller is actually replacing the Wolverine Ultimate that was released in late
2017. There are a few improvements over its predecessor. For example, the Wolverine V2
Chroma’s LED implementation definitely looks better, and I prefer its shape and overall
design over the older model. It also gets points for using USB-C instead of the Ultimate’s
Micro USB port and for having the same offering of buttons as Microsoft’s latest Xbox controller.
While the name would seem to suggest it’s just a color upgrade, it’s not just the
addition of Razer Chroma RGB lighting that makes this a step up from the last V2. It
keeps the two multifunction buttons at the top but now they’re joined by four triggers
on the back of the gamepad. They’re not paddles like the ones you’d find on competitors'
line of controllers, but they are equipped with 2-stage stop-switches that let you choose
between a short and long pull distance depending on what type of game you’re playing.
The overall button placements are the same and the analog sticks are true to the classic
design. However, the Razer Wolverine V2 brings with it a few subtle tweaks including a fatter
grip that bulges out near the bottom of the handles instead of all the way down and some
green accents because, Razer. Best Value, we have none other than the, SteelSeries
Stratus Duo The biggest advantage the Stratus Duo has
going for it is the feel and build quality. SteelSeries produces some killer hardware
and this latest gamepad is no exception. You wouldn’t guess it from the pictures
of its drab, textureless frame, but the Stratus Duo feels remarkably solid. I was so surprised
by its heft, I uttered a “wow” while taking it out of the box. Unlike many of the third-party
controllers on the market, the Steelseries doesn’t feel “hollow” in the center.
It weighs 246 grams. The Duo features an ABXY button setup, and
symmetrical thumbsticks, like the DualShock 4. The sticks feel well-designed, with sharp
grooves that make them easy to grip. The D-pad also sports a decent contour, but it feels
mushy, with very little clickiness. The Stratus Duo’s main selling point is
its compatibility with Android, VR (namely the Samsung Gear VR, Oculus Rift, and Oculus
Go), and PC. It connects to these via Bluetooth or 2.4GHz wireless. Swapping between them
is as easy as flipping a switch at the top of the handset, and such ease-of-use is underscored
by a lack of dedicated software or drivers - like many modern gadgets, it’s a simple
case of plug n’ play. if you’re looking for a controller to game
on PC and Android then the SteelSeries is a capable contender at a decent price. It
feels solid, and its dual-frequency design makes switching between platforms a cinch.
And in the end, we have Best Premium one made from Valve itself, the Steam Controller
Valve designed an all-new controller to allow people a wide variety of PC games. During
the prototype development phase, the Steam Controller was supposed to be the jack of
all trades. Let’s find out its design aspects, which made it stand out from all other game
controllers. The Steam Controller is not a traditional
gamepad. Instead of the standard dual analog sticks and D-pad, Valve gave its input device
one analog stick and two giant touchpads. The design is bold, but it is also difficult
to parse for anyone used to the old way of doing things. It is crafted out of plastic
with a combination of glossy smooth and textured portions.
The amount of hardware on this device simply outweighed its competitors. With the added
feature of fully customizable control schemes, Valve promoted users to share their favorite
mapping among gaming communities. It helped spread awareness about the best
control settings for different games and advertise the capabilities of this controller.
As a fan of fresh ideas in video games, the current state of video game controllers has
bothered me for a long time. So I was pleased by how successfully the Steam Controller pushes
the console controller forward with ideas from the PC.
Thanks for watching! I hope you found this video to be helpful. If you have any questions
about the products mentioned in this video, you can leave a comment below and I will get
back to you as soon as I can!