Razer's PS5 pro controller features six extra buttons, and its price is low for Prime Day
Jul. 11, 2024Hold the phone, six extra buttons for how much?
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TheRazerWolverine V2 Pro is the most expensive PS5 controller I’ve tested, which is a shame. I really like its chunky feel, its tactile microswitch buttons, and its six extra mappable buttons for extra functionality. But an MSRP of $249 / £249 is hard to stomach, particularly when there are similar and arguably better options for less money.
But a week before Prime Day, the Wolverine V2 Pro found a new home on the pricing scale, and miraculously, its deal price is holding firm. Down from that $249.99 listed price, it’sonly $199 at Amazonin the US right now, which brings it to the same level as the DualSense Edge and the Nacon Revolution 5 Pro. In the UK, we’re seeing a deal at EE that brings the pro controllerdown to £159- an even bigger discount.
Even as morePrime Day PS5 dealshave arrived, this is one that’s continued to impress me, particularly because that higher MSRP has kept it out of the spotlight for a while now. It was a clever move on Razer’s part to get out ahead of other controllers by dropping the price early, but I expected that would mean the discount would dry up before the big day. Now, as we approach the business end of the event, you don’t have long to make the most of this price, and I wouldn’t expect we’ll see it down this low for a long time to come.
Razer Wolverine V2 Pro|$249.99$199.99 at AmazonSave $50- Six extra buttons add a whole lot of value to this discounted price tag, especially for folks who like a chunkier gamepad. In this deal, you’re looking at a $50 reduction, which is $20 up from its lowest-ever price at Amazon, but still a much more reasonable price.
Buy it if:
✅ You like a chunkier controller✅ You’re a fan of microswitch buttons✅ You need lots of extra buttons
Don’t buy it if:
❌ You want ergonomic back buttons
Price check:Best Buy: $212.99
UK:£249.99£159 at EE
Arguably, theRazer Wolverine V2 Pro’s closest rival is Nacon’s Revolution 5 Pro, as these twobest PS5 controllerrivals both sport a broader, chunkier design and a lot of pro features. Both also come in a black or white colorway. But do six extra back buttons on Razer’s product outgun the four of the R5P? Let’s take a closer look.
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The short answer is that it really depends on the games you play. If you want as many back buttons as possible so the face buttons of the controller essentially become redundant, then yes, go for the Wolverine. I wish more controllers had that level of functionality.
However, if you care about ergonomics, theNacon Revolution 5 Pro, or indeed, the even cheaperVictrix Pro BFGis what I’d recommend. For some reason, Razer didn’t improve on its back button positioning when it brought the Wolverine line over from Xbox, which is a real shame. Its central back buttons have a trigger-like design, but they have next to no tactility, and your fingers very easily slide off them. It’s a frustrating flaw in what is an otherwise excellent gamepad.
Nacon does have Razer beat in terms of longevity too, since the Hall Sensor sticks on board the R5P will be immune to stick drift. Razer doesn’t feature these, although I’ve never heard about its controllers succumbing to that nasty controller cancer. On the bright side, its microswitch buttons will last you a long time, and they have to be one of my favorite features of this pad.
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I’ve left theDualSense Edgeout of a lot of these comparisons because even though the deal above brings the V2 Pro down to its price point, I think it caters to a different player. The Edge is a pro controller, yes, but with only two back paddles, it isn’t as suited to the likes of first-person shooters or more competitive scenes. The Edge is perfect for anyone like me, who now struggles without back buttons, and wants the great features of the DualSense, but a more comfortable grip than the stock PS5 gamepad.
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One of my earliest memories is playing SuperMario64 and wondering why the controller I held had three grips, but I only had two hands. Ever since I’ve been in love with video games and their technology. After graduating from Edinburgh Napier University with a degree in Journalism, I contributed to the Scottish Games Network and completed an Editorial Internship at Expert Reviews. Over the last decade, I’ve been managing my ownYouTube channelabout my love of games too. These days, I’m one of the resident hardware nerds at GamesRadar+, and I take the lead on our coverage of gaming PCs, VR, controllers, gaming chairs, and content creation gear. Now, I better stop myself here before I get talking about my favourite games like HUNT: Showdown, Dishonored, and Towerfall Ascension.Location: UK Remote
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