What are the best third-party game controllers for Android?

See All Options
OverviewSpecsProsConsRecommendationsComments
Ad
Contributors
Tailslol
thermoplastics
HardwareHero
Andris Pelcbergs
kouriku
2
User 
Recs.
18
Updates
Last 
Updated
Here’s the Deal
Slant is powered by a community that helps you make informed decisions. Tell us what you’re passionate about to get your personalized feed and help others.
Related Questions
Activity
26 Options
Microsoft Xbox 360 Wired Controller
13 Recommendations
iPega PG-9025
11 Recommendations
Moga Pro Power Controller
11 Recommendations
8bitdo SFC30
4 Recommendations
Sminiker Gamepad
7 Recommendations
Mad Catz C.T.R.L.R Mobile Gamepad
7 Recommendations
XiaoMi Mi GamePad
11 Recommendations
Nintendo Switch Pro Controller
6 Recommendations
Phonejoy
3 Recommendations
SteelSeries Free
2 Recommendations
Sony Playstation Dualshock 4 Controller
3 Recommendations
SteelSeries Stratus XL
5 Recommendations
Mad Catz® L.Y.N.X. 9 Controller
3 Recommendations
Nyko PlayPad Pro
3 Recommendations
Via-Gamepad F2
2 Recommendations
iMpulse controller
2 Recommendations
PDP Afterglow / RockCandy AX.1 wired Xbox 360 controller
2 Recommendations
Ipega PG-9087
1 Recommendations
Drone Evolution Controller
3 Recommendations
NES30
1 Recommendations
Xbox One S controller
1 Recommendations
Matricom XYBA
0 Recommendations
GameBeat
2 Recommendations
Samsung Smartphone GamePad
5 Recommendations
Red Samurai Tablet Wireless Game Controller V2
4 Recommendations
Snakebyte idroid:con
2 Recommendations
See Product Page for "SteelSeries Free"

--
SteelSeries Free

Add Video or Image
Descriptions help others learn about the option

SpecsUpdate

Pros

HardwareHero
thermoplastics

Pro
Built in rechargeable battery

The SteelSeries Free has a built in rechargeable battery that is charged through a USB cable. This makes it more convenient than a AA or AAA battery powered controller, as you won't have to worry about always having extra batteries on hand. Also, a rechargeable battery is cheaper in the long run.

Update
Comment
thermoplastics

Pro
Small and portable

The SteelSeries Free is pretty small and only weighs 1.91 ounces, meaning it is very pocketable and easy to carry around.

Update
Comment
thermoplastics

Pro
3rd party app support

Luckily there is a third party app that allows for customization of the inputs on this device. It is called Game Controller 2 Touch and has full support for the SteelSeries Free.

Update
Comment
thermoplastics

Pro
First party app available

SteelSeries provides a free app on the Google Play Store to set up ones device.

Update
Comment
Know any positive aspects of this option?

Cons

Tailslol
thermoplastics

Con
Only two shoulder buttons

Many ports and games utilize four shoulder buttons, meaning some games will not work with this controller.

Update
Comment
thermoplastics

Con
First party app is useless

Apparently the SteelSeries Engine app does not work as advertised and is pretty much useless.

Update
Comment
HardwareHero

Con
The tiny size makes your hands feel cramped after a while

While it's very portable, your hands are going to be squished after playing on it for a few hours.

Update
Comment
Know any negative aspects of this option?

Recommendations

No highlighted recommendations.

Comments

Have a question about SteelSeries Free? Leave a comment for Tailslol, thermoplastics and 3 other contributors.

Something went wrong. Please try again.

Submit
See Product Page for "SteelSeries Free"
Help millions of people make better decisions.
Each month, over 2.8 million people use Slant to find the best products and share their knowledge. Pick the tags you’re passionate about to get a personalized feed and begin contributing your knowledge.
undefined