The best Black Friday controller deals under $50 save big on Xbox, 8BitDo, and more

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Wed, 26 Nov 2025 12:27:05 +0000

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All the best Black Friday controllers deals I've spotted that you can buy for under $50.

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This Black Friday deals event, we're seeing some truly exceptional savings on controllers and gaming peripherals. Some of my all-time favorites from brands like GameSir and 8BitDo are available for less than $50, and that's what I'm here to present to you today.

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For me, the big winner available under $50 is the original 8BitDo Ultimate, which has dropped to a value-beating $44.99 (was $69.99) at Amazon , and includes a carrying case. Or, for a few dollars more, you can get the 8BitDo Ultimate 2 for just $47.99 (was $59.99) , though sadly, there's no carry case here. Can't win 'em all.

Elsewhere, the GameSir Kaleid, one of my favorite Xbox and PC controllers,
has plummeted to a record low of $39.99 (was $59.99) . Naturally, you can't count out ol' reliable; the Xbox Wireless Controller is available for $39.99 (was $64.99) , too.

Below, I've listed all my favorite Black Friday controller deals under $50, with the addition of UK prices and links to our own reviews where applicable, so you can get a better understanding of each product before you decide to buy. Today's best Black Friday controller deals under $50

Still one of the best Switch/Switch 2 and PC controllers available, offering superb build quality, Hall effect thumbsticks, and an included charging dock. Unmissable at this price, just be sure to tick the coupon box to get the full discount!

UK price (2C version): 24.99 at Amazon

Read our full 8BitDo Ultimate review View Deal

While this is the PC-only version of the 8BitDo Ultimate 2, it's still a superb choice if you're after a reliable controller for your desktop.
Upgraded TMR thumbsticks, additional claw grip bumper buttons, and RGB lighting headline this enhanced gamepad.

UK price: 49.80 at Amazon

Read our full 8BitDo Ultimate 2 review View Deal

Quite simply, the best wired Xbox and PC controller you can buy under 40
bucks right now. I love the GameSir Kaleid, from its eye-catching translucent shell and RGB lighting to the way its tactile microswitch buttons feel. It's one of the best to ever do it, even at its retail price.

UK price: 47.99 at Amazon

Read our full GameSir Kaleid review View Deal

Another GameSir banger, this one has an utterly gorgeous aesthetic, and comes with Hall effect sticks and triggers, and a handy charging dock.

UK price: 39.99 at Amazon

Read our full GameSir Super Nova review View Deal

Yep, ol' reliable is on sale yet again. This is close to its lowest ever
price on record, too, so well worth picking up if you're just in need of a quick and easy spare or replacement pad, and aren't too fussed about missing out on extra features from more contemporary controllers. Lots of colorways
on sale, too, including:

Deep Pink: $49 at Amazon
Electric Volt: $44.99 at Amazon
Pulse Cipher: $49 at Amazon
Pulse Red: $39.99 at Amazon
Robot White: $39.99 at Amazon
Shock Blue: $47.99 at Amazon

UK price: 39.99 at Amazon

Read our full Xbox Wireless Controller review View Deal

It's not the first time Amazon has dropped the price of its controller to 40 bucks; it typically does so at every Black Friday event. But this is a solid PC controller that works for all games beyond the Luna subscription service.

UK price: 34.99 at Amazon

Read our full Luna Wireless Controller review View Deal Today's best Black Friday deals - quick links Amazon: 45% off TVs, AirPods, air fryers & vacuums Apple: iPads, AirPods & MacBooks from $119 Best Buy: $1,000 off TVs, laptops
& headphones Dell: laptop deals from $249.99 Home Depot: 40% off appliances, furniture, grills & tools Lenovo: 45% off laptops & tablets Lowe's: up to 30% off appliances, holiday decor & tools Samsung : up to $2,000 off appliances, TVs & phones Target: 40% off Christmas decor, clothing & furniture T-Mobile: up to $1,100 off latest iPhone 17 Walmart: furniture, cheap TVs & vacs from $69 Wayfair: 54% off Christmas, furniture & decor



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