Razer's pricey mobile controller is discounted right now, but so is its brand new rival

Razer Kishi Ultra's left hand side
(Image credit: Future / Duncan Robertson)

Mobile controllers came a long way last year, going from imperfect, too-small-to-be-comfortable quick fixes, to fully fledged gamepads that had been cut iℱn half. Razer's Kishi Ultra controller was one of the products leading that charge, and its larger size makes it more comfortable than almost any other mobile controller.

In typical Razer fashion though, ♐it's also pricier than any of its competitors, which is why I'm keen to recommend it while it's discounted. Right now, for example, it's taken a random $20 discount from its $149 launch price, down to .

But there's another twist in the tale, because one of the 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:best mobile controllers I've been watching closely for a while now is the ELO Vagabond, which I initially covered when it hit Kickstarter. It's now out for the world to get hold of, but it's brand new. I haven't even tested it yet, but it looks like a natural rival for Razer's Kishi Ultra. It just so happens to be seeing 🏅a discount at Amazon too, wi🍬th a discount and $5 coupon offering bringing it from $120 .

As I say, I'm yet to test the new Vagabond controller, but I think these two mo𒀰bile controllers will༺ have a lot to fight over given their similar designs and larger sizes.

Razer Kishi Ultra |
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I've only seen the price of the Razer Kishi Ultra drop once since its launch last year, and that was for Black Friday. This may still be more expensive than the Backbone One and the GameSir G8 Galileoꩲ, bu🍎t it's much better than getting it at full price.

Buy it if:

✅ Mobile controllers are usually too small for you
✅ You have a USB-C phone
✅ You like microswitch buttons

Don't buy it if:

❌ You want back buttons
❌ A small, portable controller is what you'd like

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ELO Vagabond |
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It's a harder recommendation since I'm yet to test it, but the ELO Vagabond does come in cheaper than the Kishi Ultra, and is seeing a beefier discount right𒊎 now.

Buy it if:

✅ You want back buttons
✅ You have larger hands
✅ You're on a tighter budget

Don't buy it if:

❌ You use a claw grip
❌ You want something smaller

Should you buy the Razer Kishi Ultra?

Razer Kishi Ultra being held by a reviewer

(Image credit: Future / Duncan Robertson)

The 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Razer Kishi Ultra isn't actually my favorite mobile controller, even if smaller options like the Backbone aren't comfortable for me. My top pick is the 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:GameSir G8 Galileo, becau♚se it cuts a larger size than the usual options while not overexerting itself in a backpack. It also offers back buttons and comes in cheaper than the Kishi Ultra.

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Row 0 - Cell 0 Razer Kishi UltraELO Vagabond
Back buttonsNoYes
Extra bumpersYesNo
ConnectionUSB-CUSB-C
CompatibilityXbox, Razer PC Streaming, iPhone, Android,Xbox, iPhone, Android, PS Remote Play
Hall Sensor thumbsticksNoYes

So, Razer's latest mobile controller has its work cut out for it, but this sort of gamepad really comes down to personal preference. If you aren't that fussed about back buttons and you just want the largest, most comfort൩able mobile controller out there, Razer is the one to go for. You do get some extra shoulder buttons which can be just as useful as back buttons anyway.

But that's where the ELO Vagabond seems to match th🍸e Kishi, which is why I'm so excited to see how they compare. The Vagabond has a lot going for it, including back buttons, Hall Sensor sticks, and grips that look even longer than Razer's. Again, it's a🎃lso more affordable, but it's hard for me to recommend until I've tested it out.

Of course, all of these controllers use an offset stick layout, and one of the only alternatives if you suffer from thumb cramp is the 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Scuf Nomad, but that option sports a sm▨aller s𒉰ize that's comparable to the Backbone.

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