8Bitdo Zero 2 Bluetooth Gamepad Keychain Sized Mini Controller for Switch, Windows, Android, macOS & Raspberry Pi(Turquoise Edition)

This is a really great, tiny controller! I got this specifically for Mariokart on my Switch Lite. It’s so nice to be able to play another way. I still need to figure out how to pair multiple controllers at the same time, but I do believe that it’s possible. The controller is so small that it fits inside my case for my Switch Lite, so it takes up almost no space at all. It’s just as easy to bring it with me on the go as it is to just bring the Switch. It’s very easy to pair, and it typically stays paired after you set it up. Despite its small size, I don’t think that it’s any more difficult to use than the controls on the Switch itself. It’s also a cute color, I have the teal one as well. It doesn’t have all of the controls that the Switch has, so it won’t work well with certain games, but it definitely works well for Mariokart. I would recommend this to anyone who loves gaming and wants a super portable alternative controller.

So far after 3 days of use I love it. It has made playing my GBA emulator a much more enjoyable experience. It paired easily once I read the instructions, for android its B+Start then hold Select. It is small like I wanted, its tiny, probably no wider than your phone screen on the smallest side and maybe an inch and a half tall, I usually wear a Large size glove and this controller is what I expected. For most people if you're looking for a tiny controller this would be what I'd recommend.

I bought the 8BitDo Zero 2 fully expecting it to be a novelty — something cute, unnecessary, and destined to live in a drawer. Instead, it has become one of the most used study tools I own. If you do Anki (especially if you’re a med student), this thing is dangerous in the best way. Here’s why: clicking spacebar 800 times a day is a fast track to wrist pain and existential dread. This tiny controller lets me lean back, dissociate slightly, and still absolutely demolish my reviews. No desk posture. No laptop hunch. Just buttons, vibes, and spaced repetition. It connects easily via Bluetooth, maps cleanly to Anki, and somehow feels shockingly responsive for something that could disappear into a coat pocket. Once it’s set up, it’s seamless — I forget I’m using it until I realize I’ve done hundreds of cards without wanting to scream. The size is deceptive. Yes, it’s small. Yes, your hands will question it for about five minutes. And then your brain adapts and suddenly this feels correct. I can review while standing, pacing, lying on the floor, or staring into the void after missing yet another “easy” question. If you’re thinking: “I can just use my keyboard” “This seems unnecessary” “I don’t need another gadget” That’s what I said too. And I was wrong. This doesn’t replace studying — it removes friction, which is half the battle. Anything that makes Anki easier to start, easier to finish, and less physically annoying is worth it. Tiny. Mighty. Joy-inducing. 5/5 — would absolutely buy again, and would recommend to anyone who lives in Anki.

It’s hard to not like this. It’s tiny and functional. Great for playing older games on emulators, but not for all games. Like, great for Civilization or a turn-based rpg. Not great for Street Fighter II or Super Mario World or games that required speed and precision. I love this brand. I have one of their Xbox controllers and it’s amazing. I also got rid of this one and bought a more expensive one that’s shaped like a snes controller but with analog sticks. That thing is great. Great for RPG’s, not so great for platformers or fighting games.

For my particular use case, this little guy is perfect. I find that I have some down time at work or school and I always find myself left with nothing to do. I don't want to lug around yet another full size controller so I figured I'd get this and try to attach it to my keys and have a quick release setup. If anyone else wants to do the same, I recommend buying a small spool of silver/stainless wire. You will need it to make a mini keyring so you can attach it to a larger key ring with a quick release. This is because regular sized key rings don't fit. Basically all you have to do is wrap the wire around a screwdriver and cut off the end of the wire and you have yourself a little custom made keyring. I never have to remember to bring a controller. The Zero 2 itself is an art piece and looks great even if I'm not using it. And if I need to use it, I just kick open the stand on my phone, open up Retroarch, unhook the Zero 2 and I'm happily gaming away! The controller is really small and light. All the buttons are perfectly functional with the exception of the shoulder buttons. The controller is too small of you need regular access to the shoulder buttons. However, for most games, shoulder button access are not time sensitive, so it doesn't get in the way of your own survival. If I had one complaint, it would be that the gamepad turns on with a single press of the start button. I think it would be better if you had to hold it down for a few seconds instead. I find myself seeing the gamepad turning on at random times. Small gripe since I know they can fix this with a firmware update and I hope they do. Overall, if you need a gamepad for on the go and on your key ring, this is the best possible option that I am aware of.

I recently purchased the 8BitDo Zero 2 controller for my daughter and I for a few reasons. First, we saw a YouTube video that showed it in use and we thought it would be a fun controller to have. Secondly, my daughter and I collect miniature toys and games, so when we saw this, we knew we had to have it. My daughter thought she would be able to use it on games like Fortnite, which happens to be one of two games she ever plays. She realized that it was impossible to do, so she is looking at our game library on our Switch to find out what can be played with the controller that she would enjoy. I knew the limitations going in. I wanted it for the novelty factor, and I knew what games I wanted to use it for. After a few days, I decided to try the controller on other platforms. I tried it on my Android phone and my laptop as both a controller and the optional keyboard function. I could not find something on my phone to use the controller with it, and on my PC, I downloaded a few SNK games to play using the controller. It wasn't easy to use, and I eventually decided just to use it on the Switch. This is NOT the reason I am rating it ONE STAR. When I went back to using it on the Switch, the X, Y, A, and B buttons had become flipped. Before you ask, I did not remap my controller. It did this on it's own, and would not right itself. Until I had a chance to email 8BitDo support, I remapped the controller and went ahead and played one of the games that I have had fun using the Zero 2 controller with. Today, I reached out to 8BitDo's support team to ask how to fix my problem. This was their response: "Hello. Thanks for the e-mail. I'm here to assist you. The new version of Switch system has the function of custom button layout. Sincere regards." There is no fix for my controller, and on top of it, their support team gave me an answer for a workaround of a defective unit instead of helping me to fix it. I liked 8BitDo's controllers in the past, and I liked the inventiveness of their controllers. In fact, before today, I was going to purchase a few of their other controller models in the near future. No longer will I buy an 8BitDo controller. I know this is what you get when you only spend $20 on a device, but you expect a level of support if there is a defective unit that only worked properly for TWO WHOLE DAYS. I am considering demanding a refund and using the money for something else, or hold onto the money for something better. But, I will definitely be returning it. I expected better from 8BitDo. I was wrong.

This controller is comfortable for how small it is and I'm otherwise happy, but my main problem is the lack of an on/off switch. If like advertised, you are putting this controller on a keychain, the controller is constantly connecting to my phone from just being rustled around in my pocket with my keys. It only takes pressing the start button to make it try to connect. This of course uses up battery on both devices. This simple change would make it a much more recommendable product.

Took a while to set up for my anki, but works great! As a med student this was a good investment, and not as expensive as the official deck. Good steal, but I wish that there was some way to program in commands without using outside programs, since Karabiner is difficult to setup on mac, especially since I'm not very tech-savvy. It took me a bit to memorize the different uses on different devices.

Terrible! Always get discounted when I’m playing games on Nintendo switch. Also it is missing SL and SR buttons, but instead it has L and R. For multiplayer in switch only SL and SR is useful. There’s not motion control

Muito bom!

Excellent. Goods arrived fast.

Très utile pour Anki. Confortable même pour les grandes mains. Je ne l’utilise pour comme manette de jeux vidéo donc je ne sais commenter la dessus

Perfecto para jugar con Android, PC, Fire tv, etc... Se conecta a la primera y los controles son precisos, sin lag, no se ha desconectado ni una sola vez. Cabe en la palma de la mano pero al jugar ni lo notas, no pesa más y se puede llevar tranquilamente en el bolsillo.