Pro Controller
The Pro Controller is Nintendo’s official premium controller for the Switch. It features a traditional ergonomic design, with dual analog sticks, a D-pad, and four face buttons. The Pro Controller also has shoulder buttons, trigger buttons, and a dedicated Home button. It connects to the Switch via Bluetooth and has a rechargeable battery that lasts up to 40 hours on a single charge.
Joy-Con Controllers
The Joy-Con Controllers are Nintendo’s standard controllers for the Switch. They can be used together as a single controller, or they can be separated and used independently. Each Joy-Con has its own set of analog sticks, buttons, and triggers. They also have motion sensors that can be used for motion controls in games.
Hori Split Pad Pro Controller
The Hori Split Pad Pro Controller is a third-party controller that is designed to be more comfortable for playing handheld mode. It features a split design, with two separate controllers that are connected by a central grip. The Split Pad Pro Controller has a traditional ergonomic design, with dual analog sticks, a D-pad, and four face buttons. It also has shoulder buttons, trigger buttons, and a dedicated Home button. The Split Pad Pro Controller connects to the Switch via Bluetooth and has a rechargeable battery that lasts up to 15 hours on a single charge.
PowerA Enhanced Wired Controller
The PowerA Enhanced Wired Controller is a third-party controller that is designed to be more affordable than the Pro Controller. It features a traditional ergonomic design, with dual analog sticks, a D-pad, and four face buttons. The Enhanced Wired Controller also has shoulder buttons, trigger buttons, and a dedicated Home button. It connects to the Switch via USB-C and has a braided cable that is 10 feet long.
8BitDo Pro 2 Controller
The 8BitDo Pro 2 Controller is a third-party controller that is designed to be a premium alternative to the Pro Controller. It features a traditional ergonomic design, with dual analog sticks, a D-pad, and four face buttons. The Pro 2 Controller also has shoulder buttons, trigger buttons, and a dedicated Home button. It connects to the Switch via Bluetooth and has a rechargeable battery that lasts up to 20 hours on a single charge.