Amazon Prime Day Xbox controller deals 2023 still live
Xbox controller deals for Amazon Prime Big Deal Days have officially passed - but you might find some discounts hanging around
The Amazon Prime Day Xbox controller deals have officially ended now that the retailer's Prime Big Deal Days event has come to a close. However, it just so happens that not all discounts ended abruptly at midnight last night, and you might well find some price cuts still running today.
As is often the case with the wider Amazon Prime Day gaming deals, such sales events are always ideal times to search for a new Xbox Series X|S or Xbox One controller and this year proved no different. We saw price cuts up and down the price spectrum from premium models like the Elite Series 2 and its 'Core' brethren to budget wired units like those from PowerA.
Anyway, even though the event has passed, we've kept our quick links below to get you in the right places, well, quickly, but also retained some key picks below those so you can browse and see if there's something tempting still.
Prime Day Xbox controller deals: Quick Links
- Xbox Elite Series 2: Up to $40 off Xbox's premium gamepad
- Xbox Wireless Controllers: Discounts on several colorways of up to $15
- Third-party controllers: PowerA and PDP controllers for less than $30
US alternative retailers:
- Best Buy: Save up to $40 on select controller designs
- Target: Save $60 on the Razer Wolverine V2
- GameStop: Save almost $10 on select controller designs
UK alternative retailers:
- Very: Stock selling fast for most controllers
- Game: No price drops, but plenty of colors in stock
- Currys: Lots in stock, as well as the odd discount
- Argos: Discounts for third-party PowerA wired controllers
Prime Day Xbox Elite Series 2 controller deals
Thrustmaster eSwap X PRO Controller: was $159.99 now $109.99 on Amazon
Save $50 - This is a new record low for this controller and is well worth picking up if you have the budget for a premium product. With a number of interchangeable modules, you'll be able to personalize your hardware to your playstyle.
Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 – Core Edition (Red): was $139.99 now $113.99 at Amazon
Save $26 - The Amazon US listing for the Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 – Core Edition in red isn't quite the cheapest we've ever seen, but it's still worth a look at this reduced price.
Price Check: Target - $113.99
Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 – Core Edition (Blue): was $139.99 now $114.95 at Amazon
Save $26 - It's a similar story with the blue variant, far from the cheapest we've ever seen it drop to, but still a highly competitive price for one of the best controllers on the market, period.
Price Check: Target - $139.99
Prime Day Xbox controller deals under $60
Xbox Wireless Controller (Carbon Black): was $59.99 now $49.00 at Amazon
Save $10 - This is a discount we see fairly often for the Xbox Wireless Controller at Amazon, but it's always a stellar deal nonetheless if you're after a replacement pad or a spare for multiplayer.
Price check: Walmart - $49.97
Xbox Wireless Controller - Shock Blue: was $64.99 now $54.99 at Amazon
Save $10 - Just five bucks away from its lowest-ever Amazon price, the Shock Blue Xbox wireless controller is a lovely, cooler variant for those looking for a more understated design.
Price check: Walmart - $58.99
Xbox Wireless Controller - Deep Pink: was $64.99 now $53.81 at Amazon
Save $12 - While not its lowest-ever price, the deep pink colorway for the Xbox Wireless Controller doesn't get discounted very often, so it's well worth jumping on now while stocks last.
Price check: Walmart - $56.95
Turtle Beach Recon Controller: was $79.99 now $23.74 at Amazon
Save $56 - Remarkably, this deal is still a good $20 off the Turtle Beach Recon's lowest-ever Amazon price. But this is still a phenomenal discount for one of the best Xbox controllers that has advanced voice chat settings, making it excellent for multiplayer gaming.
Price check: Walmart - $54
Prime Day Xbox controller deals under $30
PowerA Enhanced Wired Controller for Xbox Series X|S - Pink: was $37.99 now $29.91 at Amazon
Save $8 - The PowerA Enhanced wired controller for Xbox is an excellent budget choice and one of the best dedicated wired controllers you can buy for the platform. If you're looking for a spare pad or one that simply doesn't require charging, this is an excellent and cheap choice.
Price Check: Best Buy - $29.99
PowerA Wired Controller For Xbox Series X|S - Black: was $29.99 now $26.88
Save $3 - PowerA's reliable wired controller is already at a solid price before discount, so saving a few bucks on it is always welcome.
Price check: Walmart - $26.88
8BitDo Ultimate Wired Controller for Xbox Series X: was $44.99 now $31.92 at Amazon
Save $13 - 8BitDo's phenomenal Ultimate wired controller is enjoying a hefty discount at Amazon right now. While the base discount drops it to $34.99, applying the 35% off coupon shaves even more money, allowing you to pick it up at a record-low price.
Price check: Walmart - $44.99
UK deals
Thrustmaster ESWAP X Pro Controller: was £155.44 now £113.09 on Amazon
Save £42 - Even though this isn't an all-time low for this product, it's a deal worth cashing in on if its something you've kept an eye on for a while. We aren't expecting this price to fluctuate much before Prime Day concludes tonight, but it's still worth bookmarking.
Xbox Elite Series 2 Wireless Controller – Black: was £159.99 now £137.99 at Amazon
Save £22 - It's not the best discount we've seen for the Xbox Elite Series 2, so you may wish to wait for Prime Day sales proper for the chance at a lower price. However, we're placing it here for now for posterity. This version includes all the extras, too, such as back paddles and swappable sticks.
Price check: Xbox - £149.99
Xbox Elite Series 2 Core Wireless Controller – White: was £114.99 now £98.99 at Amazon
Save £16 - The Xbox Elite Series 2 Core controller in white is just £1 off its lowest-ever Amazon price right now. This is a slimmed-down version of the full-fat premium controller, shedding the likes of the back paddles and additional thumbstick, however, it still provides a brilliant unit that can offer more than the standard pads.
Price check: Xbox - £114.99
Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 – Core Edition (Red): was £135.98 now £109.99 at Amazon
Save £26 - This isn't quite the lowest Amazon UK price for the red Core Edition of the Elite Series 2 controller, but it's a stellar saving all the same. Note that this version does not come with the extra accessories like a carry case and back paddles, but it's almost the full Elite experience at an impressive discount.
Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 – Core Edition (Blue): was £135 now £109 at Amazon
Save £26 - The blue variant of the Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 Core Edition shares practically the same discount as its red counterpart.
Price Check: Currys - £124
Xbox Wireless Controller: was £54.99 now £44.95 at Amazon
Save £10 - It's a tenner off its cheapest ever Amazon UK price, but this is still a strong early Prime Day deal for the Xbox Wireless Controller. These tend to sell through fast, so it may be worth snapping up now while you have the chance.
Price Check: Very - £49.99
Xbox Wireless Controller (Electric Volt): was £59.99 now £49.95 at Amazon
Save £10 - Save 10 quid off this lovely Xbox Wireless Controller colorway. It's been around a fiver cheaper than this in the past, but it's still an excellent price for one of our favorite Xbox controller hues.
Price Check: Currys - £39.99
Xbox Wireless Controller - Remix Special Edition w/ rechargeable battery: was £72 now £64.95 at Amazon
Save £7 - The special edition Remix controller is made from recycled plastics, technically making it the most environmentally conscious Xbox controller you can buy. This version also comes with a rechargeable battery, adding a bit of extra value to this price drop.
Price Check: Currys - £64.99
Razer Wolverine V2 - Wired: was £99.99 now £75.00 at Amazon
Save £24 - The Razer Wolverine V2 is a cracking controller that in our review we said was good but struggled to justify its price tag. What if that price tag was cut? Well, it is right now.
Price Check: Very - £89.99
Turtle Beach Recon Controller (Arctic Camo): was £54.99 now £49.99 at Amazon
Save £5 - This five quid saving off this limited edition Turtle Beach Recon controller is worth checking out if you're looking for a multiplayer-first controller that excels in high-quality voice chat.
PowerA Wired Controller for Xbox: was £29.99 now £18.39 at Amazon
Save £11 - This PowerA wired controller discount is getting close to its lowest price at Amazon UK. It's an excellent wired-only option if you're looking for a spare pad for when you have friends or family visiting.
Price Check: Currys - £29.99
PowerA Enhanced Wired Controller for Xbox Series X|S (Arctic Camo): was £37.99 now £23.99 at Amazon
Save £14 - While a smaller discount on paper, it's actually a record-low price for PowerA's reliable wired Xbox Series X controller. Several other colorways have been discounted here, too.
Price check: Argos - £29.99
PDP Afterglow LED Wired Game Controller: was £34.99 now £23.69 at Amazon
Save £11 - PDP's gorgeous Afterglow controller is perfect for gamers who love eye-catching aesthetics. And right now, it's enjoying its lowest-ever price at Amazon UK.
Amazon Prime Day Xbox controller deals: FAQs
When do the October Amazon Prime Big Deal Days end?
Amazon Prime Big Deal Days ended at 11:59 PM PT on October 11.
Do I need to be an Amazon Prime member for the Prime Day Xbox controller deals?
Yes, you will need to be an Amazon Prime member in order to take part in the upcoming Amazon Prime Day Xbox controller deals. Fortunately, for prospective subscribers, a 30-day free trial is available, which means you can try the service out at no additional charge.
After more than just Xbox controller deals following this sales period? Be sure to check out our Amazon Prime Day Xbox Series X deals guide for the latest info on console discounts, as well as price drops for accessories, subscriptions and more.
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