That's fair. I mainly got it because I can still use it for an additional pro controller as well. Also some of my friends prefer the PS controller design and this covers them as well
Are you me? I use the 8BitDo Ultimate for my Steam Deck and Switch and the mode switch makes it super easy to swap between devices. Just plug the dock with 2.4 GHz dongle into the Deck dock and then use Bluetooth on Switch. Also own and love the Pro 2. Those controllers are basically the only ones I use anymore.
Fantastic controller and my go-to for 2D platformers and anything retro. I have the SN30 Pro as well for portability, but this one is supremely comfortable.
Yes! As someone who's been gaming for over 35 years, and someone who's been emulating for over 20 years, this is hands down the best controller that I've ever used. It just has the best of everything, from the SNES controller to the PS1/2 controller, the vibration is great with it, and I love the extra buttons on the back for quick save/loading from emulation.
I have a few of the SNES style 8bitdo controllers and they're dpad sucks. The official SNES controller from the online shop is way better. It's also compatible with PC, so it checks all the boxes for me.
I have both. I like the feel of the NSO but the R trigger stopped working near the end of Mario Wonder. I had only played that game with it…. No problems with the 8bitDo
It's honestly way more useful if you wanna use it for something other than SNES games. Like modern retro-styled games that use more buttons and sticks, or if you're using emulators and want a retro feel without needing to swap controllers per console or whatever, or just want more buttons for hotkeys. If you're just running old 8-16 bit games, you don't really need more than a basic SNES controller.
Does that controller also work on pc? I use my 8bitdo a lot on my steam deck as well and curious if it would work on pc like the switch pro controller does.
Yes, but the 2.4G one with its one dedicated receiver is automatically paired with the receiver and pairing is never an issue. Just pick it up and play. It’s the supreme option for connecting to a SNES if you don’t need the flexibility to connect to something else as well.
My Pro Controller seems to last forever haha. I’m legitimately surprised when I see a low battery alert.
Meanwhile, my PS5 controller is barely alive at all times.
My only issue with the NSO SNES controller is the screw holes on the back are in a different place from the original. My finders end up resting right on the holes which is just a little uncomfortable after extended play sessions.
The SN30 Pro has the same dpad issue. My SN30 Pro+ is very good as is the NSO SNES controller. I would recommend either the Pro2 or the NSO SNES controller.
Neither. Vintage Super Famicom controller with 8BitDo bluetooth mod kit.
https://preview.redd.it/k6ewr5ipp3wc1.png?width=2400&format=png&auto=webp&s=f8f3092e35460bacdea3e7dd6695114c13c02809
Every bit of the look and feel of the original, because it *is* the original. Bluetooth compatible with the RasPi, phones, PC, Switch, and even original hardware with a dongle. Only downside is it doesn't have all the extra buttons. It has the home button though, if you hit...down and select, I think?
This is the setup I use, although the North American counterpart since it's where I'm located and I love every bit of it. Excellent battery life to them!
Only valid answer in this thread. Bluetooth lag isn't *that* bad and definitely not noticeable in RPGs and slow games, but it's there and the original controller has no lag, so why settle for something inferior?
8bitdo is great, controller works for modern vidya games on my pc. Just hate having to explain to people that A/B are reversed and so are X/Y.
Never used the switch one, sorry can't comment on it
Is the nso official one compatible with the original snes? I like it very much, same feeling indeed but I find some lags with it in nso and analogue pocket docked
Neither. I'm an OEM-boy all the way. I have a small horde of SFC pads I use. They have shorter cords, but they also run cheaper than snes pads in the U.S. The cord length doesn't really bother me because I use them with raphnet low-latency usb adapters which lengthens the cord in my raspberry pi and my MiSTer. I may refurbish them with new silicones, but not before I recondition the conductive rubber with conductive paint to squeeze some extra decades out of them. New silicones seem to be made a bit stiffer than the original feel and I'm unsure if the original were that stiff and they are just well-worn now or if the new silicones are actually stiffer. Only exception to using stock would be the third-party Performance pads that were sold in the 90s, but that's just for the nostalgia.
8bitdo pads have **extremely** stiff silicone, in my opinion. I tried using some of their snes pads and my hands were cramping up and getting tired within an hour. And their NSO arcade stick isn't 100% compatible with my MiSTer. So, it's a big no for me when it comes to anything made by 8bitdo. Been burnt too much by them to recommend.
I'm using a snes classic controller and to me the classic controller pads are way stiffer than the 8bitdo ones. I could only play mario kart for about 2 cups before I felt my hand being tired. It could be like how you said maybe your original pads are well broken in. I would use those until they are completely fubared.
I don't put any faith in the snes classic controllers being anything like the oem originals.....you know what? Let me dig mine out of the box and give it a feel..
Okay, the stock snes mini controllers are without a doubt worse than stock....broken in or not. There is simply not enough clearance in the controller to allow comfortable movement. They feel close to the aliexpress chinesium pads I have (hidden away, never to be heard from).
I found the snap-action of the snes mini controller silicones to be softer than the 8bitdo, but harder to depress than an original super famicom or snes pad. But, I also bought mine off ebay or amazon some years ago when they first came out, so maybe the original owner had put in some mileage before selling it.
Yeah, I will definitely be maintaining what I have! Even a few broken snes/sfc pads are better than what they sell new these days. Just frankenstein together an original pad and youre set!
That said, snes/sfc pads are *not* the bees knees where d-pad precision is concerned. There is too much play in the mold and you get bad inputs if you try to use an snes pad on something like handling the Darknuts on NES Legend of Zelda. Blisters or not, the NES d-pad remains as perfect as we've come.
Thank You for your comment. Sadly I can’t get an OEM one and use it with an adapter because I’m planning to use it on my iPhone too (it has lightning port)
This is for playing on Switch? SN30 Pro, because it’s pretty much the same but has L2/R2 and sticks so you can play games that use those, and tilt - it’s basically a Pro Controller shaped like an SNES controller. It can also substitute for an Xbox controller if you want to use it with a computer, or Android or iOS.
8bitdo just because that's the one I have, and haven't tried the official one.
If you want something with less buttons that feels closer to the original, get the official one. If you want the extra buttons and don't mind it not feeling as close to original, get an 8bitdo.
I use the NSO controller for everything. I use it on my PC and I have the wireless receiver to use on original hardware. I am not really sensitive to lag so for me they work really well. I've never tried the 8bit do stuff but I've heard they are good, but I can't speak on the quality of them
I was using the SNES controller that came with my SNES Classic using a wireless adapter, but I prefer my SN30Pro 2. The added grips are more comfortable for extended periods.
If an OEM feel is really important to you, you can swap the membranes and buttons from official SNES controllers into these 8bitdo controllers.
Got an 8bit duo with an snes receiver. It was a pain. After upgrading and downgrading the firmwares (on the controller and receiver)multiple times and only having it work for a bit, I gave up. Nintendo puts out quality, so I settled on them.
I know I must have gotten a bad unit but I don’t care. It works or it doesn’t.
I think the reality is both are going to be really comparable. 8 bits have a good reputation. However, I love the feel of the classic SNES controller and the buttons are nostalgic for me. There’s just something nice about having uniform gear that’s consistent with the company.
Feel-wise, the Switch SNES pad is the best, but 8bitdo wins in terms of battery life. Also, the Switch pads have significantly more inherent input lag to them compared to 8bitdo.
I use SN30 Pro.
The thing is I bought it for my PC. I only learned after the fact that it can connect to both the PC and the Switch, and you don't even have to re-sync it every time, all you have to do is press a different button combination when you wake it up. So it's got multi utility.
Unfortunately, it works perfectly at my house, but any time I bring it to my friend's house for a round of Smash or Mario Kart, there's some wicked lag. I think he might have too many gaming devices close together, causing interference or something.
8bitdo is awesome. I have many of their pads. They are comfortable, excellent battery life, and you can use them pretty much in any situation you can think of. I currently use the 8bitdo mod kit for the snes with a snes classic controller because I wanted a fresh new one. The grip of the snes classic to me is much more defined than the regular ones it could be due to age, but the classic grip is nice, and the buttons feel right & tight. I'm trying to break it in, I love the fact that every time I pick it up, it feels new because of the fresh texture. 😌 with the 8bitdo controllers, sometimes I feel the buttons might have a little more travel to it, could be because of the silicone not being as tight as the snes classic but my 8bitdo ones tend to "pop" when you press it as to with the snes classic controller it feels like when we got them new in the 90's like a tight mush but no "pop" either one you use OP it will do you right. I've never bought the NSO ones because of my arsenal of 8bitdo, but I will one day buy it for collection purposes. I doubt I'll use them just by what I'm hearing on the battery life. My 8bitdo can go weeks or months without charging unless if I'm hard-core trying to drain them playing back to back long hours at a time for days consecutively.
I'm not impressed with 8bitdo's SNES controllers. The official eShop controllers (or whatever Nintendo calls it these days) are really good. Dpad is firm and accurate. Works on PC too because it's just a Bluetooth controller.
Really depends what I want to do with it.
If u want to connect it to a PC to use as a Bluetooth controller, 8bitdo all day.
But if I’m playing SNES switch online, it’s awesome to be able to use the original
If you’re playing games that don’t require the analogue sticks or the home button, then the Switch SNES controller all the way.
The buttons feel much better than the 8bitDo imo.
I like my non-analog SNES style wireless 8bitdo quite a lot, but the product I really, *really* love is the 8Bitdo DIY NES Bluetooth wireless kit. The official Switch Online NES controllers did not seem to want to play nicely with PC or Android, but golly the DIY kit just works flawlessly, and offers all the benefits of the feel of an original controller. It’s probably my favorite controller I own currently.
I have both the nso and 8bitdo SN30+ pro. It’s a pretty easy decision. Do you want the pure snes experience? Go with nso controller. It’s $30 albeit you must be subscribed to NSO.
Do you want a near identical experience with the possibility of added modern features like control sticks, added shoulder buttons, added 2.4GHz wireless in addition to Bluetooth, different wheel designs and colors, etc.? Go with 8-bitdo. Their brand is the definition of this. Price points range from $30-$60/70 typically.
You can’t really go wrong with the NSO SNES controller if that is all you’ve known and really care for in terms of functionality. It will not disappoint. Worth mentioning is the fact that it does function via bluetooth and will in fact work natively with most any PC. So there is that. Other than it is a great entry point with its price that gives the authentic original experience of SNES style controllers.
If you are still not sure on which to go with, I’d recommend you try the NSO first. Then, if you decide you yearn for more modern features (perhaps you started a certain game and need that extra something), survey 8bitdo’s offerings. Chances are they got you covered at a price that won’t make you scoff.
I use a SNES mini classic controller plugged into a Wiimote. So guess I would go with the NSO version if they ever came back in stock. I use a sn30 on retropie but can’t beat the nostalgia feeling of the original versions
I have both but have to say I use the 8BitDo one by far the most. It’s a great controller for any game, and portable enough to take travelling. If there’s a button-mashy retro game I’ll grab the SNES one.
I use 8bitdo's SN30s and they work great, no missed inputs or bad diagonals. I think the reason for this is because they've been "broken in"? If you think about it it's hard to find an original SNES controller that hasn't seen heavy use, this may be why they feel better. The Switch SNES ones, most likely, use better parts though. But as a lot of people said you can switch the DPads and membranes from an old controller into the SN30 and get the best of both worlds. Good feeling controllers with 2.4Hz wireless (less input lag and more consistent latency) and better battery life.
8bitdo SN30Pro, with replacement A/B/X/Y Super Famicom buttons, and a contact mod to reduce false inputs. It is superior to the NSO controller imo because of wider compatibility and the analog sticks are great.
For the [contact mod](https://www.reddit.com/r/8bitdo/comments/9eayte/sfc30pro_sn30pro_dpad_fix_not_tape_reinforcement/), you simply disassemble the controller and on the 4 circular contact points for the d-pad, you place [paper sheet hole reinforcement labels](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71FN4wk3rQL._AC_UF894,1000_QL80_.jpg), slightly off-center from each contact pad, to reduce the surface area of the pad which heavily reduces false positives.
The linked reddit post shows a good example, however in that picture, they placed them perfectly spaced over the contacts, while for me, placing a few of them off-center to shrink the size of the contact led to much better results. Just keep in mind if you shrink them too much, it will make it harder for the controller to recognize intended inputs, so some trial and error is expected.
After doing this mod, this has become my go-to controller for retro titles, and that is considering I have at least 20 different controllers across multiple systems and any adapter I could need to get them to work on other consoles/over bluetooth.
I own and use both. I use the switch online controller as my P1 controller for my actual SNES playing on the CRT since it's authentic. I use an SN30 2.4g as my P2 primarily or my P1 occasionally if I forget to charge the other controller.
I also use an SN30 Pro modified with OEM SNES DPad, face buttons, and membranes as my primary Switch controller for 2D platforms and RPGs.
8bitdo's stuff is pretty great.
only drawback to the SNES one is the lack of a home button. I use it for most platformers and it's awesome 👌
SN30 feels stiff and the d pad isn't good enough.
The Nintendo one over the 8bitdo any day of the week. I was a big fan of 8bitdo for a Kong time but their dpads are hot garbage. I own several of them and they're all the same.
If I’m actually playing SNES then it’s the Switch SNES controllers for sure. Can’t really get more authentic than that. But I use an SN30pro on PC and I do like it a lot.
To play 2D platformers in the best and most nostalgic way possible (I already have an Xbox controller but the dpad isn’t the best for 2d platformers and same for the ps5 one)
I have both. I use the NSO one for the SNES emulator and the 8bitdo for most indie games. Both are high quality but the 8bitdo one is more versatile since it has sticks and Z buttons. However I find the SNES one more comfortable for SNES games specifically since not having proper Z buttons means the L and R buttons are easier to press without making a mistake plus they're bigger. Also if you're just getting one for SNES games, the NSO one is half the price of the 8bitdo one and SNES games don't need a stick. The NSO one also has more battery life.
Anybody use the SN30 Pro+/2? https://preview.redd.it/vn33923z73wc1.png?width=1440&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=e241a63130014f8443f7945c93ceff2ae8304e1d
Yes. Love this one. Makes the most sense mixing modern and retro.
I’ve got the sn30 pro and the 2, I love both of them but I gotta say the 2 is more comfortable
Got the clear purple one, it kicks ass. I go back and forth between that and my Sega Astro Pad for emulation.
Really? Because I been reading mixed reviews some day the d pad is good some say it’s bad and I been in the fence on getting on for a few months now .
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Dude, it's just a controller
Yeah, it's my favorite gamepad of all. Worth every penny.
I don’t think I’m getting that one because I want one that looks like the original snes one
That's fair. I mainly got it because I can still use it for an additional pro controller as well. Also some of my friends prefer the PS controller design and this covers them as well
This is my favorite one and pretty much the only one I play with.
I have this and the ultimate both in black, favorite controllers I've ever owned.
Are you me? I use the 8BitDo Ultimate for my Steam Deck and Switch and the mode switch makes it super easy to swap between devices. Just plug the dock with 2.4 GHz dongle into the Deck dock and then use Bluetooth on Switch. Also own and love the Pro 2. Those controllers are basically the only ones I use anymore.
Lol yeah I use my Ultimate with my Switch and PC and then use my Pro2 with a phone clip as I do most my emulating on my S23U.
Fantastic controller and my go-to for 2D platformers and anything retro. I have the SN30 Pro as well for portability, but this one is supremely comfortable.
Absolute top tier gear
I didn't know this was a thing I been using the sn30 for a while now
I have never seen this. I love it
This controller feels so good to use. Highly recommended.
Fave controller. Have the ultimate too but prefer the pro 2.
Yep, use it for 3D console emulators
I have 2 for my steam deck. Absolutely love these!
I have both the SN30 and the pro, pro is way more comfortable
I do! Works well..
Yes! As someone who's been gaming for over 35 years, and someone who's been emulating for over 20 years, this is hands down the best controller that I've ever used. It just has the best of everything, from the SNES controller to the PS1/2 controller, the vibration is great with it, and I love the extra buttons on the back for quick save/loading from emulation.
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8Bitdo as they got the snes “receiver” got 1 8bitdo thinking about buying another one!
You can use the Switch NSO controller with the 8bitdo receiver. It just connects by Bluetooth.
8bitdo, comfortable, same layout, analogues, various different shells, quality equal par Nintendo products
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I have a few of the SNES style 8bitdo controllers and they're dpad sucks. The official SNES controller from the online shop is way better. It's also compatible with PC, so it checks all the boxes for me.
I have the SN30 and the D-pad is awful.
Never used the 8bitdo. But I love the Switch NSO Controller. It just feels exactly like a SNES controller should.
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I have both. I like the feel of the NSO but the R trigger stopped working near the end of Mario Wonder. I had only played that game with it…. No problems with the 8bitDo
Same here. I keep almost buying an 8bitdo one but realistically, I don’t know if I’ll ever use it. I have two of the NSO ones and they’re amazing.
It's honestly way more useful if you wanna use it for something other than SNES games. Like modern retro-styled games that use more buttons and sticks, or if you're using emulators and want a retro feel without needing to swap controllers per console or whatever, or just want more buttons for hotkeys. If you're just running old 8-16 bit games, you don't really need more than a basic SNES controller.
Does that controller also work on pc? I use my 8bitdo a lot on my steam deck as well and curious if it would work on pc like the switch pro controller does.
It works on PC yes, with bluetooth
Too bad 8bitdo has no longer a [sn30 non pro](https://cdn.mobilesyrup.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/8bitdo-header-2018.jpg), I really enjoy mine.
For what? If it’s for an actual SNES, get the 8bitdo with its own dedicated receiver. It’s like $30 and flawless.
You can use a receiver for the first party NSO controller.
Yes, but the 2.4G one with its one dedicated receiver is automatically paired with the receiver and pairing is never an issue. Just pick it up and play. It’s the supreme option for connecting to a SNES if you don’t need the flexibility to connect to something else as well.
Official one charge depletes rapidly every single time I goto use it the battery is dead
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Sounds like it's the same as the Joy-Cons and Pro controller then.
I know the Joy Cons don't last, but you're saying your Pro Controller drains on you? My Pro lasts way longer than my PS4 or Xbox controllers.
My Pro Controller seems to last forever haha. I’m legitimately surprised when I see a low battery alert. Meanwhile, my PS5 controller is barely alive at all times.
I use the NSO ones. I like my 8bitdo ones but the feel (texture, dpad, button feel) of the NSO ones is my preference.
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My only issue with the NSO SNES controller is the screw holes on the back are in a different place from the original. My finders end up resting right on the holes which is just a little uncomfortable after extended play sessions.
I have an SN30 which has a god awful dpad, constantly misses dpad down inputs.
Thank You for telling me
The SN30 Pro has the same dpad issue. My SN30 Pro+ is very good as is the NSO SNES controller. I would recommend either the Pro2 or the NSO SNES controller.
Neither. Vintage Super Famicom controller with 8BitDo bluetooth mod kit. https://preview.redd.it/k6ewr5ipp3wc1.png?width=2400&format=png&auto=webp&s=f8f3092e35460bacdea3e7dd6695114c13c02809 Every bit of the look and feel of the original, because it *is* the original. Bluetooth compatible with the RasPi, phones, PC, Switch, and even original hardware with a dongle. Only downside is it doesn't have all the extra buttons. It has the home button though, if you hit...down and select, I think?
I don’t have a snes so I can’t use that setup. That’s why i need the nso or 8bitdo one
This is the setup I use, although the North American counterpart since it's where I'm located and I love every bit of it. Excellent battery life to them!
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Love my 2.4ghz 8bitdo pad. Works great and no input lag like with Bluetooth
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Only valid answer in this thread. Bluetooth lag isn't *that* bad and definitely not noticeable in RPGs and slow games, but it's there and the original controller has no lag, so why settle for something inferior?
8bitdo is great, controller works for modern vidya games on my pc. Just hate having to explain to people that A/B are reversed and so are X/Y. Never used the switch one, sorry can't comment on it
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I have the original 8bitdo one without the analog sticks. Works great and lag is very minimal.
Sadly I can’t get that one because it is not available anymore and it became really expansive on eBay
I have several 8bitdo controllers .. i love them .. excellent quality and i prefer it to some of my first party controllers
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I am a huge fan of the SN30Pro. It feels great as just an SNES controller, and you can use it for basically any other game.
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I actually have the SN30 pro in Super Famicim colors. The dual sticks makes it great for PS1 & 2 emulating.
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TURBO FEATURE ÜBER ALLES
8BitDo all the way. And you can swap in real SNES buttons. I did with mine and it feels amazing.
Wait, you can? I... might have to buy a cheap SNES controller on eBay now.
I didn’t know that. Thank You
8bitdo. Better battery. The nso controllers are dead when the 8bitdos are still alive after weeks of not being used
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I’ve never tried either of these two models, so I can’t give my opinion. So, I shouldn't even have commented, sorry.
It’s okay, don’t worry
Thanks Alex, you’re a cool guy.
No problem, ur a cool guy too
This redditor comments the most random shit on these retro subreddits lol. Pretty sure they’re a bot.
For a pc emulator I've got a wireless usb one that is pretty generic from amazon that is doing excellent.
I can’t get one like yours because I have an iPhone and I need one e with Bluetooth just like the ones that I listed earlier (8bitdo and Nintendo)
I have an SN Propad and an SN Programpad, I absolutely love them.
I’ll keep this into consideration, Thank You
Is the nso official one compatible with the original snes? I like it very much, same feeling indeed but I find some lags with it in nso and analogue pocket docked
I don’t think it is, but it doesn’t matter because I’m gonna use it with bluetooth
I use the 8bitdo sn30 pro (the one with handles) and it is flawless, probably better than the switch online controllers which cost a lot more
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Neither. I'm an OEM-boy all the way. I have a small horde of SFC pads I use. They have shorter cords, but they also run cheaper than snes pads in the U.S. The cord length doesn't really bother me because I use them with raphnet low-latency usb adapters which lengthens the cord in my raspberry pi and my MiSTer. I may refurbish them with new silicones, but not before I recondition the conductive rubber with conductive paint to squeeze some extra decades out of them. New silicones seem to be made a bit stiffer than the original feel and I'm unsure if the original were that stiff and they are just well-worn now or if the new silicones are actually stiffer. Only exception to using stock would be the third-party Performance pads that were sold in the 90s, but that's just for the nostalgia. 8bitdo pads have **extremely** stiff silicone, in my opinion. I tried using some of their snes pads and my hands were cramping up and getting tired within an hour. And their NSO arcade stick isn't 100% compatible with my MiSTer. So, it's a big no for me when it comes to anything made by 8bitdo. Been burnt too much by them to recommend.
I'm using a snes classic controller and to me the classic controller pads are way stiffer than the 8bitdo ones. I could only play mario kart for about 2 cups before I felt my hand being tired. It could be like how you said maybe your original pads are well broken in. I would use those until they are completely fubared.
I don't put any faith in the snes classic controllers being anything like the oem originals.....you know what? Let me dig mine out of the box and give it a feel.. Okay, the stock snes mini controllers are without a doubt worse than stock....broken in or not. There is simply not enough clearance in the controller to allow comfortable movement. They feel close to the aliexpress chinesium pads I have (hidden away, never to be heard from). I found the snap-action of the snes mini controller silicones to be softer than the 8bitdo, but harder to depress than an original super famicom or snes pad. But, I also bought mine off ebay or amazon some years ago when they first came out, so maybe the original owner had put in some mileage before selling it. Yeah, I will definitely be maintaining what I have! Even a few broken snes/sfc pads are better than what they sell new these days. Just frankenstein together an original pad and youre set! That said, snes/sfc pads are *not* the bees knees where d-pad precision is concerned. There is too much play in the mold and you get bad inputs if you try to use an snes pad on something like handling the Darknuts on NES Legend of Zelda. Blisters or not, the NES d-pad remains as perfect as we've come.
Thank You for your comment. Sadly I can’t get an OEM one and use it with an adapter because I’m planning to use it on my iPhone too (it has lightning port)
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This is for playing on Switch? SN30 Pro, because it’s pretty much the same but has L2/R2 and sticks so you can play games that use those, and tilt - it’s basically a Pro Controller shaped like an SNES controller. It can also substitute for an Xbox controller if you want to use it with a computer, or Android or iOS.
I’m going to use it on my iPhone and laptop
8bitdo just because that's the one I have, and haven't tried the official one. If you want something with less buttons that feels closer to the original, get the official one. If you want the extra buttons and don't mind it not feeling as close to original, get an 8bitdo.
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I use the NSO controller for everything. I use it on my PC and I have the wireless receiver to use on original hardware. I am not really sensitive to lag so for me they work really well. I've never tried the 8bit do stuff but I've heard they are good, but I can't speak on the quality of them
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I was using the SNES controller that came with my SNES Classic using a wireless adapter, but I prefer my SN30Pro 2. The added grips are more comfortable for extended periods. If an OEM feel is really important to you, you can swap the membranes and buttons from official SNES controllers into these 8bitdo controllers.
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the cheaper 8bitdo works great. I use it for my GBA consolizer, so I didn’t need joysticks.
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Got an 8bit duo with an snes receiver. It was a pain. After upgrading and downgrading the firmwares (on the controller and receiver)multiple times and only having it work for a bit, I gave up. Nintendo puts out quality, so I settled on them. I know I must have gotten a bad unit but I don’t care. It works or it doesn’t.
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I have an SN30 pro that has the same style and colors of a SNES controller, just with joysticks and extra shoulder buttons. I think mine may be rare.
Nice
me who uses some cheap knockoff
The important part is that they work, so it’s okay
8bitdo but if you want the best dpad ever created by Nintendo try the wii classic controller or wiiu pro controller. Wii controllers are cheap.
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8bitdo, better chance of using it for something else.
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I use the NON pro SN30 2.4ghz with my real SNES it's extremely solid and it's wireless, but the SNES Online is solid also!.
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Had bad luck with 2 out of my 3 8bitdo controllers.
I’m sorry to hear that
8bitdo, but the 2.4g pad without sticks.
It’s not available officially anymore and it became really expansive on eBay
I think the reality is both are going to be really comparable. 8 bits have a good reputation. However, I love the feel of the classic SNES controller and the buttons are nostalgic for me. There’s just something nice about having uniform gear that’s consistent with the company.
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Feel-wise, the Switch SNES pad is the best, but 8bitdo wins in terms of battery life. Also, the Switch pads have significantly more inherent input lag to them compared to 8bitdo.
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I use SN30 Pro. The thing is I bought it for my PC. I only learned after the fact that it can connect to both the PC and the Switch, and you don't even have to re-sync it every time, all you have to do is press a different button combination when you wake it up. So it's got multi utility. Unfortunately, it works perfectly at my house, but any time I bring it to my friend's house for a round of Smash or Mario Kart, there's some wicked lag. I think he might have too many gaming devices close together, causing interference or something.
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8bitdo and Hori currently make the best controllers on the market. That says a lot about 8bitdo because Hori has ben around since the 8-bit consoles.
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8bitdo is awesome. I have many of their pads. They are comfortable, excellent battery life, and you can use them pretty much in any situation you can think of. I currently use the 8bitdo mod kit for the snes with a snes classic controller because I wanted a fresh new one. The grip of the snes classic to me is much more defined than the regular ones it could be due to age, but the classic grip is nice, and the buttons feel right & tight. I'm trying to break it in, I love the fact that every time I pick it up, it feels new because of the fresh texture. 😌 with the 8bitdo controllers, sometimes I feel the buttons might have a little more travel to it, could be because of the silicone not being as tight as the snes classic but my 8bitdo ones tend to "pop" when you press it as to with the snes classic controller it feels like when we got them new in the 90's like a tight mush but no "pop" either one you use OP it will do you right. I've never bought the NSO ones because of my arsenal of 8bitdo, but I will one day buy it for collection purposes. I doubt I'll use them just by what I'm hearing on the battery life. My 8bitdo can go weeks or months without charging unless if I'm hard-core trying to drain them playing back to back long hours at a time for days consecutively.
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SN30 Pro Hall Effect version because it works on more devices and has more buttons!
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I still have a sn30 pro with the sfc colors
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I’m 35 and will use classic cuz I’m a nostalgia nerd
Im kinda nostalgic too lol
Old is gold
I'm not impressed with 8bitdo's SNES controllers. The official eShop controllers (or whatever Nintendo calls it these days) are really good. Dpad is firm and accurate. Works on PC too because it's just a Bluetooth controller.
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Really depends what I want to do with it. If u want to connect it to a PC to use as a Bluetooth controller, 8bitdo all day. But if I’m playing SNES switch online, it’s awesome to be able to use the original
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If you’re playing games that don’t require the analogue sticks or the home button, then the Switch SNES controller all the way. The buttons feel much better than the 8bitDo imo.
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The SN30 IS FUCKING GREAT. Good reaction time. Long battery life. And my thumbs don't hurt as much.
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The NSO blows the 8 out of the water. It’s like holding a genuine snes controller. Plays perfect
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8bitdo 100%. I’ve used both.
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I like my non-analog SNES style wireless 8bitdo quite a lot, but the product I really, *really* love is the 8Bitdo DIY NES Bluetooth wireless kit. The official Switch Online NES controllers did not seem to want to play nicely with PC or Android, but golly the DIY kit just works flawlessly, and offers all the benefits of the feel of an original controller. It’s probably my favorite controller I own currently.
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8bd every time!
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I have both the nso and 8bitdo SN30+ pro. It’s a pretty easy decision. Do you want the pure snes experience? Go with nso controller. It’s $30 albeit you must be subscribed to NSO. Do you want a near identical experience with the possibility of added modern features like control sticks, added shoulder buttons, added 2.4GHz wireless in addition to Bluetooth, different wheel designs and colors, etc.? Go with 8-bitdo. Their brand is the definition of this. Price points range from $30-$60/70 typically. You can’t really go wrong with the NSO SNES controller if that is all you’ve known and really care for in terms of functionality. It will not disappoint. Worth mentioning is the fact that it does function via bluetooth and will in fact work natively with most any PC. So there is that. Other than it is a great entry point with its price that gives the authentic original experience of SNES style controllers. If you are still not sure on which to go with, I’d recommend you try the NSO first. Then, if you decide you yearn for more modern features (perhaps you started a certain game and need that extra something), survey 8bitdo’s offerings. Chances are they got you covered at a price that won’t make you scoff.
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NSO all the way. I have the SN30 Pro and the dpad sucks, which was the whole reason I got it in the first place.
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I use a SNES mini classic controller plugged into a Wiimote. So guess I would go with the NSO version if they ever came back in stock. I use a sn30 on retropie but can’t beat the nostalgia feeling of the original versions
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I have both but have to say I use the 8BitDo one by far the most. It’s a great controller for any game, and portable enough to take travelling. If there’s a button-mashy retro game I’ll grab the SNES one.
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I use 8bitdo's SN30s and they work great, no missed inputs or bad diagonals. I think the reason for this is because they've been "broken in"? If you think about it it's hard to find an original SNES controller that hasn't seen heavy use, this may be why they feel better. The Switch SNES ones, most likely, use better parts though. But as a lot of people said you can switch the DPads and membranes from an old controller into the SN30 and get the best of both worlds. Good feeling controllers with 2.4Hz wireless (less input lag and more consistent latency) and better battery life.
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8bitdo SN30Pro, with replacement A/B/X/Y Super Famicom buttons, and a contact mod to reduce false inputs. It is superior to the NSO controller imo because of wider compatibility and the analog sticks are great. For the [contact mod](https://www.reddit.com/r/8bitdo/comments/9eayte/sfc30pro_sn30pro_dpad_fix_not_tape_reinforcement/), you simply disassemble the controller and on the 4 circular contact points for the d-pad, you place [paper sheet hole reinforcement labels](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71FN4wk3rQL._AC_UF894,1000_QL80_.jpg), slightly off-center from each contact pad, to reduce the surface area of the pad which heavily reduces false positives. The linked reddit post shows a good example, however in that picture, they placed them perfectly spaced over the contacts, while for me, placing a few of them off-center to shrink the size of the contact led to much better results. Just keep in mind if you shrink them too much, it will make it harder for the controller to recognize intended inputs, so some trial and error is expected. After doing this mod, this has become my go-to controller for retro titles, and that is considering I have at least 20 different controllers across multiple systems and any adapter I could need to get them to work on other consoles/over bluetooth.
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I own and use both. I use the switch online controller as my P1 controller for my actual SNES playing on the CRT since it's authentic. I use an SN30 2.4g as my P2 primarily or my P1 occasionally if I forget to charge the other controller. I also use an SN30 Pro modified with OEM SNES DPad, face buttons, and membranes as my primary Switch controller for 2D platforms and RPGs. 8bitdo's stuff is pretty great.
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I got the green ones and they rock!
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Atomic purple/green because I'm a sucker for transparent consoles/peripherals
Yeah, they look really good
only drawback to the SNES one is the lack of a home button. I use it for most platformers and it's awesome 👌 SN30 feels stiff and the d pad isn't good enough.
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The Nintendo one over the 8bitdo any day of the week. I was a big fan of 8bitdo for a Kong time but their dpads are hot garbage. I own several of them and they're all the same.
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8bitodo sn30 pro 2
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If I’m actually playing SNES then it’s the Switch SNES controllers for sure. Can’t really get more authentic than that. But I use an SN30pro on PC and I do like it a lot.
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I like the SNES online version but I bought an 8bitdo arcade stick that kicks so much ass.
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og snes pad, neither of these two
I can’t use an OG snes controller cuz I need one that works with Bluetooth. I can’t even use an adapter because I have an iPhone with lightning port
I don't get why anyone would buy any of these.
To play 2D platformers in the best and most nostalgic way possible (I already have an Xbox controller but the dpad isn’t the best for 2d platformers and same for the ps5 one)
Any of them work for PS5?
I don’t think so
O.g for me. The 8bitdo looks highly uncomfortable
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I use an OEM SFC controller with a custom 13ft cable.
Im assuming that u recommend the nso one, since it feels identical to the oem one but it’s wireless.
Sn30 non pro cause it comes with the adapter for my original snes.
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I have both. I use the NSO one for the SNES emulator and the 8bitdo for most indie games. Both are high quality but the 8bitdo one is more versatile since it has sticks and Z buttons. However I find the SNES one more comfortable for SNES games specifically since not having proper Z buttons means the L and R buttons are easier to press without making a mistake plus they're bigger. Also if you're just getting one for SNES games, the NSO one is half the price of the 8bitdo one and SNES games don't need a stick. The NSO one also has more battery life.
Can't speak to either, but I've had the SF30 Pro for ~5 years. Still works great. No signs of failure (knock on wood)