Hello all,
Within 6 month ago I purchased an elite controller. I quickly fell in love with it. In fact, my gameplay quickly improved once I found a set up I liked, most notable with a 197 kill game in Legendary Warzone Firefight. So you can imagine my disappointment now that it is falling apart. Less than 6 months later and the left stick drifts (which I can deal with considering I am moving the left stick constantly in Halo 5) and my right bumper just fell apart. When I contacted Xbox support asking about replacing it they basically said “thanks for your 150 bucks but it sucks to suck”. So needless to say, I am not in a real hurry to go replace my elite controller with another elite controller.
I love the paddles, hair triggers, and taller sticks on the elite, but all in all I was wondering if anyone had any special controllers they could recommend over the elite controller? If it included even some of the features I mentioned about the elite that would be even better. Thanks in advance for the help…
Also I should add I am not the kind of person to throw my controller or mistreat it when I get mad at a game, and I am even more careful with my expensive elite controller.
Really the only alternatives out there would be Scuf controllers and Battle Beaver Customs. SCUF would be the obvious choice but it might be more expensive depending on the customizations you put on it. However, be warned I have heard SCUF controllers are prone to breaking but they will replace/fix it for you.
Scuf
Also BJ controller setup with a regular one is pretty much equivalent to a scuf or elite, only disadvantage is the thruster on X, but with time I really got very fast with the thumb movement since the stick is very close to the X button. So why not save your money
Find some replacement parts? I’ve never owned an elite and having been thinking of getting one but if it will only last 6 months… idk
After a little time the sticks loosen up. The Bumpers are notorious for breaking since they and the tensioner are connected pieces of cheap plastic. It’s kind of funny that they are painted to resemble brushed aluminum or some other metal. The controllers usually last about four months or slightly longer under hard use, but the warranty is just 90 days… imagine that. There are some great youtube videos out there on DIY repairs and parts, but I can understand how for that $$ you would expect more durability for a tool that gets such hard use. Why should you spend more money and time fixing something you paid extra money to have last? My solution, after hearing it from others who it’s worked for, was to get the $20 two year extended warranty from Best Buy. After six months I’ll just get a new one. Rinse and repeat. A little cheaper and a lot easier than this still awesome video: BBKDRAGOON
I used my elite, pretty much every day. I never abused it. Then about 1 year in, the right bumper started to have issues, and I could not justify spending that kind of money on another one, so I spent a little more for a scuf. I have been able to “patch” my elite and switch between them both. They are both great controllers. If you do pick up the scuf, be advised that the hair trigger adjustment does not allow charging of plasma pistols or casters. So you have to switch to the oem handles, that allow charging but no hair trigger adjustment.
I’ve been using the button mapping app and the titanfall 2 controller that has wheels.
I only have to use A for sprint, X for reload, and I’m still using Y to switch weapons out of habit.
Its trigger did get really loose after about a month but it was kind of good for quicker shooting only issue was it was to hair line that the slightest bit of pressure would set it off.
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> Hello all,
> Within 6 month ago I purchased an elite controller. I quickly fell in love with it. In fact, my gameplay quickly improved once I found a set up I liked, most notable with a 197 kill game in Legendary Warzone Firefight. So you can imagine my disappointment now that it is falling apart. Less than 6 months later and the left stick drifts (which I can deal with considering I am moving the left stick constantly in Halo 5) and my right bumper just fell apart. When I contacted Xbox support asking about replacing it they basically said “thanks for your 150 bucks but it sucks to suck”. So needless to say, I am not in a real hurry to go replace my elite controller with another elite controller.
>
> I love the paddles, hair triggers, and taller sticks on the elite, but all in all I was wondering if anyone had any special controllers they could recommend over the elite controller? If it included even some of the features I mentioned about the elite that would be even better. Thanks in advance for the help…
Ive heard some very good things about Battle Beaver, ive been wanting to get one because you can set the tension of the analog sticks to the same as the 360 controller… HOWEVER, there is a pretty sweet alternative - it’s about $50 less than an elite, if you buy from Amazon. It’s the Razer wildcat, and it’s -Yoinking!- awesome. It’s got a bit of a different design (2 extra triggers and 2 extra bumpers), and it feels really good I’ve had it for over 6 months. Hair triggers, button remapping, has the control set for a headset built in, has a grip that comes with it, it’s top IMO. No problems, my dead zones have been set to 0 since the day I got it. Only real downside is that it’s wired only, but the GOAT ogre2 is on the site endorsing it… And for $99 I think it’s absolutely worth a shot. Check it out :
https://www.razerzone.com/gaming-controllers/razer-wildcat-xbox-one
Xbox 360 controller is beastly and way more durable smh
I see a lot of persons advocating different third party controllers, just wanted to point out that their joystick design is functionally the same as the elite meaning that they will also run into drift after extended use. Also, Scuf starts their products with Xbone controllers, and thusly have the same shoddy bumper design. I don’t think Razer starts their controller an a 1st party controller, and I’m not sure about those battle creek guys. I’ve never seen or tried one.
If you’ve only had your elite controller for 6 months it will be covered under warranty if it breaks.
If you’re in the EU then I’m pretty sure manufacturer warranties are a minimum of 2 years. If the item breaks and it’s not your fault it’s broken (i.e. you haven’t been mistreating it) then they should replace it.
6 months for a £100+ controller is a joke. I’d expect that to last me a few years.
Best alternative, and better than the elite imo ( i have both) is the razer wildcat, button/trigger layout is way better ergonomically than the paddle setup by elite and scuf. Try it out, you wont be dissapointed. pros. better layout of buttons, mechanical buttons most places, durable, cheaper, way lighter than other alternatives Cons: only wired play possible.
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> Find some replacement parts? I’ve never owned an elite and having been thinking of getting one but if it will only last 6 months… idk
I don’t know anything about how the insides of these things work, but have thought about it. At this point, what do I have to loose by opening it up?
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> If you’ve only had your elite controller for 6 months it will be covered under warranty if it breaks.
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> If you’re in the EU then I’m pretty sure manufacturer warranties are a minimum of 2 years. If the item breaks and it’s not your fault it’s broken (i.e. you haven’t been mistreating it) then they should replace it.
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> 6 months for a £100+ controller is a joke. I’d expect that to last me a few years.
Yes it is. I tried contacting Xbox support and they said the warranty runs out after 90 days.
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> I see a lot of persons advocating different third party controllers, just wanted to point out that their joystick design is functionally the same as the elite meaning that they will also run into drift after extended use. Also, Scuf starts their products with Xbone controllers, and thusly have the same shoddy bumper design. I don’t think Razer starts their controller an a 1st party controller, and I’m not sure about those battle creek guys. I’ve never seen or tried one.
Great to know. Thank you!
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> > 2533274884915967;1:
> > Hello all,
> > Within 6 month ago I purchased an elite controller. I quickly fell in love with it. In fact, my gameplay quickly improved once I found a set up I liked, most notable with a 197 kill game in Legendary Warzone Firefight. So you can imagine my disappointment now that it is falling apart. Less than 6 months later and the left stick drifts (which I can deal with considering I am moving the left stick constantly in Halo 5) and my right bumper just fell apart. When I contacted Xbox support asking about replacing it they basically said “thanks for your 150 bucks but it sucks to suck”. So needless to say, I am not in a real hurry to go replace my elite controller with another elite controller.
> >
> > I love the paddles, hair triggers, and taller sticks on the elite, but all in all I was wondering if anyone had any special controllers they could recommend over the elite controller? If it included even some of the features I mentioned about the elite that would be even better. Thanks in advance for the help…
>
> Ive heard some very good things about Battle Beaver, ive been wanting to get one because you can set the tension of the analog sticks to the same as the 360 controller… HOWEVER, there is a pretty sweet alternative - it’s about $50 less than an elite, if you buy from Amazon. It’s the Razer wildcat, and it’s -Yoinking!- awesome. It’s got a bit of a different design (2 extra triggers and 2 extra bumpers), and it feels really good I’ve had it for over 6 months. Hair triggers, button remapping, has the control set for a headset built in, has a grip that comes with it, it’s top IMO. No problems, my dead zones have been set to 0 since the day I got it. Only real downside is that it’s wired only, but the GOAT ogre2 is on the site endorsing it… And for $99 I think it’s absolutely worth a shot. Check it out :
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> Razer 雷蛇中文官方网站
I haven’t heard of a controller with extra bumpers and extra triggers. Heard anything about it breaking? It is nice that it is cheaper but I want to make sure I am getting a good controller this time. Thanks!
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> Best alternative, and better than the elite imo ( i have both) is the razer wildcat, button/trigger layout is way better ergonomically than the paddle setup by elite and scuf. Try it out, you wont be dissapointed. pros. better layout of buttons, mechanical buttons most places, durable, cheaper, way lighter than other alternatives Cons: only wired play possible.
I’ll have to look into that. I haven’t heard of the razer until this thread. It sounds like it may be a way to go though.
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> > If you’ve only had your elite controller for 6 months it will be covered under warranty if it breaks.
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> > If you’re in the EU then I’m pretty sure manufacturer warranties are a minimum of 2 years. If the item breaks and it’s not your fault it’s broken (i.e. you haven’t been mistreating it) then they should replace it.
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> > 6 months for a £100+ controller is a joke. I’d expect that to last me a few years.
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> Yes it is. I tried contacting Xbox support and they said the warranty runs out after 90 days.
You didn’t confirm that were you in the EU but I’ll assume you are anyway for ease of posting.
This is the EU legislation on faulty goods and your rights on warranty:
http://europa.eu/youreurope/citizens/consumers/shopping/guarantees-returns/index_en.htm .
This gives you a minimum of two year’s warranty on any product. After 6 months, you have to prove that the item was faulty or not fit for purpose.
I think you have a strong argument for it being a defect/not fit for purpose:
- The controller is expensive and broke quickly; a reasonable person would expect an expensive controller to last for years. - The controller shows no signs of physical abuse or misuse; it has been used normally. - Therefore, because the expensive item broke from normal use in under 6 months, it was not fit for purpose.Usually, sending this EU legislation alongside your customer support E-Mail will help your case; as a lot of times traders (and manufacturers) will just tell you to go away in hope that you will. Personally I’m pretty disgusted that Microsoft wouldn’t send you a new controller if it broke without you misusing it.
Logitech are one of my favourite companies for customer support. I once broke a keyboard by mistake (pulled the key off when cleaning it). I sent them an E-Mail asking about repairs, and they sent me a new keyboard, for free, as a gesture of good will - apologising that the keyboard didn’t withstand the cleaning.
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> > Best alternative, and better than the elite imo ( i have both) is the razer wildcat, button/trigger layout is way better ergonomically than the paddle setup by elite and scuf. Try it out, you wont be dissapointed. pros. better layout of buttons, mechanical buttons most places, durable, cheaper, way lighter than other alternatives Cons: only wired play possible.
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> I’ll have to look into that. I haven’t heard of the razer until this thread. It sounds like it may be a way to go though.
Ya its quite off the radar. think its related to some bad press at launch regarding the grips you have to put on yourself (if you want to). Its really not a big deal. But wauw such a good controller.