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Weirdly, the further away we are from Amazon Prime Day, the better the online retailer's deals seem to get - and this record-low discount on the excellent 8BitDo Ultimate C Bluetooth controller for Nintendo Switch is no exception.
Right now, all three color variants of the popular Switch gamepad are discounted. But the one that stands out is the orange model which is currently listed at $28.15 (was $29.99) at Amazon. That's nothing, I hear you rightly cry, but it gets better. There's a 15% coupon box you can check at the store page which takes the price down to just $23.93.
That 15% coupon is also available for the blue and pink variants. However, these don't share the existing discount found with the orange model, so you'll be paying slightly more here; $25.49 for each, to be exact.
You can also save on the regular 8BitDo Ultimate controller right now. With the additional 10% off coupon on the store page, its price is down to just $53.99 (was $69.99) at Amazon.
Today's best 8BitDo Ultimate C deals
8BitDo Ultimate C (Orange): was $29.99 now $23.93 at Amazon
The 8BitDo Ultimate C is a phenomenal budget controller that's basically a pared-down version of its pricier Ultimate counterpart. Unsurprisingly, you lose the charging dock and some battery life here, but handy features like a console 'wake-on-shake' and sublime digital triggers make it an excellent pad nonetheless. Remember, to get the full discount, you'll need to check that 15% off coupon box on the store page!
Blue: was $29.99 now $25.49 at Amazon
Pink: was $29.99 now $25.49 at Amazon
UK price: Amazon - £24.30
8BitDo Ultimate: was $69.99 now $53.99 at Amazon
This is a fantastic price for the 8BitDo Ultimate and just 2 bucks shy of its lowest-ever discounted rate at Amazon. With this model, you're getting an included charging dock, superb build quality, and solid battery life. It still tops our list as the best Nintendo Switch controller your money can buy, too. The white colorway has also been discounted, though there's no additional 10% off coupon here, sadly.
White: was $69.99 now $59.99 at Amazon
UK price: Amazon - £45.74
The 8BitDo Ultimate C Bluetooth controller is designed to work exclusively with Nintendo Switch. That, plus the fact it's missing some of the 8BitDo Ultimate's features like a charging dock, some battery life, and remappable rear buttons goes a long way to justifying that lower price tag.
But that's not to say the Ultimate C isn't worth it. Its 'wake on shake' feature can turn on your Switch console by lightly rattling the controller for a second or two, which is a novel and convenient touch. Plus, the Ultimate C features digital triggers that are perfect for Nintendo Switch, and I actually prefer these over the pricier Ultimate's more traditional trigger design. Such features make the Ultimate C one of the best Nintendo Switch controllers in its price range.
Don't worry if you're not in the US. We've got a handy list below that'll show you the best rates for the 8BitDo Ultimate C in your region.
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Rhys is TRG's Hardware Editor, and has been part of the TechRadar team for more than two years. Particularly passionate about high-quality third-party controllers and headsets, as well as the latest and greatest in fight sticks and VR, Rhys strives to provide easy-to-read, informative coverage on gaming hardware of all kinds. As for the games themselves, Rhys is especially keen on fighting and racing games, as well as soulslikes and RPGs.