8Bitdo Ultimate C Bluetooth Controller for Switch with 6-axis Motion Control and Rumble Vibration (Blue)

Read the other reviews for details on how the controller actually works -- I've been an 8bitdo fan for years and they're great controllers -- but this is just to say that this controller is 100% switch 2 compatible with a very easy firmware update. All you have to do is go to their support website, find this controller, and then download their updater. It's both Mac and PC compatible (seriously that's such a perk for me) and it took maybe 5 mins tops from downloading the updater to playing mariokart with it on my new switch 2. Worth every penny and I'll be even more of a brand loyalist forever now!

It says that it supports the Switch 2, and it does, but you'll need to connect the controller to a PC to update the firmware. Just google "8bitdo firmware update", then click + drag the files out of the compressed folder and into any other, regular folder, then start the application. It's pretty simple, but I imagine that it would be confusing for someone who has never updated any sort of firmware or drivers before.

This is an awesome controller. Also even though it doesn’t say it on here or the 8bitdo website, this controller is compatible with Mac even though it’s not on the list of Mac compatible controllers on the 8bitdo site. So if you are looking for a controller that works with any of the M series Mac computers this will work.

I’ve been using the 8BitDo Ultimate 2C Bluetooth Controller (Blue) for a few weeks now, and overall, it’s an excellent piece of hardware. The build quality feels solid and premium, especially for the price. The buttons, refined D-pad, and hall effect joysticks are super responsive, and the 6-axis motion control and rumble work seamlessly with the Switch.One of the biggest positives for me has been the battery life—it lasts much longer than I expected on a single charge. I can game for days without needing to plug it in, which is a huge plus.That said, the one downside is the texture of the outer shell. It’s not uncomfortable, but it does feel a bit slick, especially during long sessions. I really wish 8BitDo offered a silicone sleeve or grip cover to improve the tactile feel and help with grip. It would make the controller perfect.All in all, it’s a great controller with impressive performance and endurance, especially at this price point. With just a bit of added attention to ergonomics or accessories, it would be unbeatable.

I was able to update the firmware like the guide I found online. I was able to get this connected to my Switch 2. I played one game, and everything appears to be working fine.

We have had 2 of these controllers for a little over a month and one of them just up and died. I went to 8BitDo's website and contacted support. They replied within a day and asked for a short video showing the problem. Again, within a day they sent me the zip file for a firmware update. And voila! It works! I was about to just leave a negative review, but decided to give them a chance to correct it and I'm glad I did! This is a great company with quick and friendly customer service! All 5 Stars!!!

Been using it for a month now, and I love it! The only thing I don't like is how easily the texture on the shell and thumbstick absorbs grime from my hands and sweat, but it's a good trade-off for great grip. It's just going to be a pain to clean.But I don't have any stick drift yet, and it connects to my switch and laptop easily. I like the turbo function too.

Unfortunately when we moved over to Switch 2, this stopped working. Apparently it needs a patch, but for some reason this specific model is not listed in the USB updater tool, and the manual patch EXEs only work on Windows. I even tried using Wine on mac and a virtual machine. Hopefully this is resolved soon, otherwise this is a paperweight.Edit: I found a Mac patch on a reddit thread with a functioning binary. It's still a bit frustrating that my own support email was never answered. Thankfully it worked out but for others buying this for the Switch 2, you will need to jump through some hoops to get it working.