The M4’s magnetic mount securely sticks to your phone but sometimes struggles to stay attached to the actual controller. As ...

The Gameboy Advance-sized Ohsnap MCON controller is one of the coolest mobile controllers I've ever used, and it's one of the ...

There are a few shortcomings, though, since depending on your phone, the MCON can feel top heavy. This is a genuine concern, but the controller also has slide out handles (aka grips) to help ...

The smartphone should have ushered in the next generation of Game Boy-like handhelds. They’re always in our pocket. They’re powerful enough to play so many games, past and present. They have pretty ...

I’m not a big mobile gaming guy. That’s not a knock on anyone who is, but gaming, which I love to do at home, is just not my preferred pastime while commuting. That’s what listening to really, really, ...

The Backbone Pro, which is compatible with both Android and iPhone devices, took the top spot in our list of best phone controllers of 2025, and it's not hard to spot why. With above-average comfort, ...

GameSir has been running with its X2 smartphone controller for a few years now, and the revised X2s squeezes some impressive capability into a budget package. This mobile controller offers up Hall ...

Are you tired of the limitations of touchscreen controls when gaming on your phone or tablet? The abxylute S9 Premium Mobile Controller is here to transform your mobile gaming experience. Designed ...

Are you ready to take your mobile gaming to the next level? Look no further than the INVZI Mytrix, the ultimate mobile gaming controller designed to transform your smartphone into a professional-grade ...

The Backbone One is our favorite gaming controller for iPhone and Android, and you can score a terrific deal on the Gen 2 USB-C model. Best Buy has slashed 50% from the price of the Backbone One Gen 2 ...

One of the best phone controllers around is at its second-best price. Plus, we’ve got a few more juicy tech deals. One of the best phone controllers around is at its second-best price. Plus, we’ve got ...

Michelle is Lifehacker's Associate Tech Editor, and has been reviewing games, laptops, phones, and more for over 10 years. She is based in New York City and holds a master's degree from NYU. Add as a ...