Voyee XB-01 Wired Controller
Score: 79/100
PowerA Wired Controller Blue
Score: 70/100Rankings
The VOYEE wired PC controller offers a budget-friendly Xbox-style experience with ergonomic grips, upgraded sticks, dual rumble and a long cable. It works well for casual and retro gaming but lacks wireless freedom and premium customisation.
The PowerA Wired Controller (Blue) is a budget-friendly, officially licensed Xbox controller that delivers solid core functionality, dual rumble, and a long detachable USB-C cable, but lacks wireless freedom and advanced customization.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
| ↓ lower better | 260 grams | 205 gramsbest |
— | 24 monthsbest | |
9 countbest | — | |
2.19 meters | 3 metersbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Compatibility(1) | ||
Supported Platforms | Xbox 360, Xbox 360 Slim, Windows, Steam, Switch, Android, iOS | Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows 10/11 |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Weight (grams) | 260 grams | 205 grams |
Connectivity(3) | ||
Connection Type | Wired USB 2.0 | Wired |
Cable Length (meters) | 2.19 meters | 3 meters |
USB Port Type | Micro-USB | USB-C |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers consider the VOYEE controller a solid budget-friendly alternative to the original Xbox 360 gamepad, highlighting its ergonomics and value while noting connectivity quirks and lack of remappable buttons.
Everyday users appreciate the comfort, instant Windows compatibility and rumble, but complain about occasional stick looseness, durability concerns and USB detection issues.
“It just works”
“Great for PC gaming”
“Perfect backup controller”
Professional reviewers position the PowerA Wired Controller as a solid, budget-oriented alternative to the standard Xbox controller, emphasizing its official licensing, long cable, and haptic feedback while noting the trade-off of fewer premium features and a lighter build.
Everyday users appreciate the controller's plug-and-play reliability, long cable, and lack of battery maintenance, rating it highly overall. Recurring complaints focus on USB-C connector wear, occasional durability issues, and the absence of customizable buttons or wireless capability.
