This Razer Xbox and PC Controller Is $50 Off Right Now

Premium build quality and fast performance at its lowest price ever.

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If you’ve been eyeing a premium Xbox or PC controller but hate the thought of spending close to $200, the Razer Wolverine V3 Pro might be worth a second look. It’s going for $149.99 on Woot right now, which is not only a solid $50 less than Amazon’s current $199.99 price but also cheaper than the lowest price this controller has ever hit ($171.99), according to price trackers. This deal runs for the next 26 days or until stock runs out, with Prime members getting free standard shipping (everyone else pays an extra $6). Note that Woot ships only within the contiguous U.S.

Pick up the controller, and it feels premium in a way that most third-party pads don’t. The shape takes clear cues from Microsoft’s Elite, but at 10.6 ounces, it’s a bit lighter and easier to handle. The textured rubber grips add comfort for longer sessions, while the buttons have a crisp, springy feel that makes them satisfying to use, notes this PCMag review. The Hall Effect sticks are built to hold up over time without the usual drift problems. Razer also throws in some thoughtful extras—four rear buttons that feel intuitive, trigger locks that speed things up in shooters, and swappable analog sticks. It doesn’t nail everything, though. You can’t swap out the D-pad, and it skips a charging cradle. Still, the fundamentals are solid, and it handles the core experience really well.

Performance-wise, the Wolverine V3 Pro is responsive across genres. The 2.4GHz Hyperspeed wireless connection holds up well in action-heavy games like Hades 2, and the 1kHz Tournament Mode over USB is excellent for competitive PC play. That said, its lack of Bluetooth limits flexibility—you’ll need Razer’s USB dongle for wireless use. Battery life tops out around 20 hours, which is noticeably shorter than the Elite’s but still serviceable compared to PlayStation’s DualSense controllers. Customization is also limited; you can remap the six extra buttons, but not the main layout. Still, when the actual feel of the controller rivals the Elite and the price undercuts it by a good margin, those trade-offs may not be deal breakers.