There’s no shortage of third-party Switch controllers, but the 8BitDo Sn30 Pro is one of the best. It’s even more enticing for Switch and PC players, as it’s currently on sale at Amazon for just $36--one of the lowest prices we’ve seen all year. Here’s a closer look at the unique gamepad to help you decide if it’s worth the investment.

8BitDo Sn30 Pro Bluetooth Controller

$36 (was $45)

　　Though primarily known as a Switch controller, it’s worth noting it also supports PC, Mac, Android, Steam Deck, Analogue Pocket, and Raspberry Pi. Both the G Classic Edition and Gray Edition are discounted to $36, so you can save a bit of cash whether you prefer the old-school Nintendo or PlayStation aesthetic.

　　Buy G Classic Edition

　　Buy Gray Edition

　　Regardless of which you pick, you’ll be treated to rumble vibration, motion control (on Switch only), a turbo function, and USB-C support. The gamepad itself is built to the high standards of 8BitDo, with responsive face buttons, springy triggers, and two full-size joysticks.

　　It’s essentially a standard Switch Pro controller--minus the hefty price tag and with a retro design that still manages to offer all of the inputs you need to play modern games, too.

　　The only drawback to the Sn30 Pro is the lack of HD rumble and Amiibo scanning. But considering its supported across multiple platforms and is just $36, those are minor caveats for an otherwise well-rounded gamepad.

　　Not sold on the 8BitDo Sn30 Pro? Check out our roundup of the best Switch controllers for tons of other great options.

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