GuliKit ES PRO
Score: 88/100
8BitDo Ultimate 2C Black
Score: 89/100Rankings
The 8BitDo Ultimate 2C Transparent Black offers Hall-effect sticks, a 1000 Hz polling rate, and dual wireless options for Windows PC and Android. Its long battery life and remappable rear bumpers make it a strong budget-friendly choice, though the lack of back paddles and a less-precise D-pad limit its appeal for competitive play.
The GuliKit ES PRO delivers competitive-grade latency and precision with Hyperlink 2 Bluetooth, long battery life, and a lightweight build, but it lacks back paddles and a 2.4 GHz option.
| Attribute | GuliKit ES PRO | |
|---|---|---|
38 hoursbest | 32 hours | |
| ↓ lower better | 220 grams | 217.5 gramsbest |
730 Hz | 1,000 Hzbest | |
| ↓ lower better | — | 120 minutesbest |
— | 12 countbest |
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| Attribute | GuliKit ES PRO | |
|---|---|---|
Compatibility(1) | ||
Supported Platforms | PC, macOS, Android, iOS, Nintendo Switch, Switch Lite, Switch OLED, Switch 2, Steam Deck, ROG Ally, ROG Ally X | Windows, Android |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Weight (grams) | 220 grams | 217.5 grams |
Battery & Power(2) | ||
Battery Life (hours) | 38 hours | 32 hours |
Battery Type | Lithium-ion | Li-ion |
Controls(3) | ||
Programmable Buttons | false | true |
Analog Stick Type | TMR | Hall-effect |
D‑Pad Type | Tactile | Mecha-tactile |
Connectivity(5) | ||
Connection Type | Bluetooth, USB-C | Wireless |
Wireless Technology | Hyperlink 2 | 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth |
Polling Rate (Hz) | 730 Hz | 1000 Hz |
USB Port Type | USB-C | USB‑C |
Charging Port Type | USB-C | USB‑C |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers praise the ES PRO's groundbreaking Hyperlink 2 latency and high-precision TMR joysticks, while noting the missing back paddles and soft ABXY switches as drawbacks for competitive players.
Everyday users love the premium feel, ultra-low latency, drift-free sticks and long battery, but complain about the absence of back buttons and the soft ABXY feedback.
Professional reviewers commend the Ultimate 2C for bringing Hall Effect technology, 1000 Hz polling and solid build quality to a sub-$30 price point, noting its satisfying button feel and vibrant design. Criticisms focus on the mushy D-Pad, slim ergonomics and the absence of back paddles or motion sensors.
Everyday users appreciate the controller's comfort, long battery life, eye-catching colors and easy plug-and-play setup, while repeatedly mentioning the D-Pad's lack of precision and the missing back buttons as the main drawbacks.
“Feels premium for the price.”
“TMR sticks are buttery smooth-no drift issues.”
“Bluetooth is actually usable for competitive games.”
Pick the ES PRO for the fastest Bluetooth response and longer battery; pick the Ultimate 2C if you need back paddles or a 2.4 GHz link.
