HORI Nintendo Switch Split Pad Compact (Mint Green x White) - Ergonomic Controller for Handheld Mode - Officially Licensed by Nintendo

Wish I had gotten these forever ago. They make playing my switch in handheld mode so much more comfortable and the joysticks are so much better than standard Nintendo ones. I also enjoy the rear buttons to make some moves a little easier for me!

Pros:• Lightweight• Sturdy build quality• Comfortable design• Larger thumbsticks• Soft press ABXY buttonsCons:• Stiff dpad• Home/Capture buttons close to Assign/Turbo buttons• No NFC/Wireless/Motion controls/RumbleThese are really nice controllers. The buttons all feel really nice, with the exception of the dpad feeling overly stiff. It can sometimes be hard to press, although I haven't played anything that relies on the dpad to get a proper feel for it yet. The controllers are lightweight, but that works in their favour, in my opinion, as they decrease the weight of the overall Switch in handheld mode. It's not a huge difference but, compared to controllers that have rumble and those other features, it makes a huge difference.Overall, I really like these controllers. They may be missing a lot of features the Joy-con have but, for the most part, those features aren't entirely necessary for most games. The one thing I wish they had is motion controls, but I'm not too bothered by that personally. The larger, thicker, design makes the switch much easier to hold onto in handheld mode and I feel this design perfectly rides the line between full grip style controllers and the original Joy-con style. If you don't mind the barebones nature of these controllers, no battery, NFC, wireless, etc, then these are really great controllers, and I would definitely recommend picking them up if you're looking for a slightly simpler Joy-con replacement.

These are the best switch controllers I have used for playing in a handheld mode. They lack a battery and wireless connectivity which could seem like a downside until you realize the weight reduction as it makes playing in handheld mode for extended periods like I do far more comfortable. Joycons suck as there is nothing to grip on to, said as a man with large hands. These solve that problem and do it at a reduced weight to other controllers.After all the praise why only 4 stars...The first drawback to these are the programmable buttons's led lights as I can't use the buttons as they hurt my eyes. That said my eyes are incredibly light sensitive and I don't go a day without shades and I only use dim lighting in my home. The second is the actual price as they lack a battery and wireless connectivity there is no reason for them to cost so much when they are not on sale. I paid $40 but this controller platform off sale is far more expensive than it should be.

My son keeps breaking his official Nintendo joycons, so I took a shot at a cheaper pair. These being licensed by Nintendo gave me a little more confidence. These are lighter, cheaper, more comfortable and work great.

It’s just simply perfect

Had these in the yellow color but wanted something more fun and vibrant. These did the trick! Horipad for the win!

Works well with my Switch. I kept having to replace my controllers because of stick drift. Had these ones for a few months now and they're going strong - no drift to report! The only downside (if you can call it that) is I can't turn on my Switch from the controls. Like if my Switch is in rest mode, I have to turn it on with the power button, whereas before, I could press the Home button from the controller and it would come on. They're also bigger and I have small hands, so it's an adjustment. But these are small prices to pay for a controller with no stick drift IMO

These are so comfortable to hold and they are SO cute. For those of you out there who prefer to play handheld, these are perfect. They don't slip from the actual Switch at all, they fit well in your hands, and they don't drift.It isn't super clear on the listing that they aren't wireless. I wouldn't have gotten them otherwise. But after playing with them for a few weeks, I thoroughly enjoy them.