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So the Binbok Switch joycons are pretty great...
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Definitely bump the thread when you get em and had awhile to test em out. Got the Hori too at the moment and I really love them, one of the back buttons doesn't work anymore so alittle annoying, the rumble and gyro functions might convince me to swap.
These could actually (maybe) get me to play my Switch undocked. I've never felt comfortable holding that thing the way its designed.
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Well I put them to the ultimate test for me: Rocket League. I've always hated it on switch, just never felt responsive for whatever reason. Sadly those same response issues happen here as well. Just feels like input lag all the time, but thats no different than it was using joycons. So it's no knock on these new binbok ones and despite the normal input lag in rocket league these were a lot nicer to use compared to Satisfye with joycons
Those do look nice. I think the joycons are some of the worst hardware Nintendo has ever built, even before the drift problems.
I do have this grip which I like though.
JETech Protective Case for Nintendo Switch 2017, Grip Cover with Shock-Absorption and Anti-Scratch Design (Black) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07457V4X...abc_ZQ2KV29CV08WYH1RBNTP?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
I do have this grip which I like though.
JETech Protective Case for Nintendo Switch 2017, Grip Cover with Shock-Absorption and Anti-Scratch Design (Black) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07457V4X...abc_ZQ2KV29CV08WYH1RBNTP?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
I bought the horipad in preparation for monster hunter and they are garbage. Surface of the sticks are too slippery and ergonmics just isnt that good. Old joycons with skull & co(or whatever the companynis) grip case was way better. But Ive already changed the sticks twice on my original joycons so Im debating if i should just get new ones and use the old case and grip
These do look really good.
I bought the Vivefox joycons from Amazon a few months ago and they're very comfortable and have all the features I want (gyro, rumble, wireless), but the analog sticks aren't calibrated perfectly, so while they work fine for Pikmin 3 (played the whole game with them) they aren't the best for precise aiming or movement like DOOM 2016.
I might give these a shot next if the analog sticks are better. I have the Hori Split Pad and I love the sticks and the rear button, but the actual grip of them isn't that comfy and they lack gyro.
I bought the Vivefox joycons from Amazon a few months ago and they're very comfortable and have all the features I want (gyro, rumble, wireless), but the analog sticks aren't calibrated perfectly, so while they work fine for Pikmin 3 (played the whole game with them) they aren't the best for precise aiming or movement like DOOM 2016.
I might give these a shot next if the analog sticks are better. I have the Hori Split Pad and I love the sticks and the rear button, but the actual grip of them isn't that comfy and they lack gyro.
Some of the videos I've seen said that defects are pretty high for them. You may get a few defective ones and need to replace a few times before you get a good one.
According to their twitter they won't be restocked on Amazon UK either due to Nintendo policies regarding joycons...or something...
It's easy to import from Amazon.com though. Just not very fun if there's a fault and you have to return it
I've been using them for awhile now and they're the best joycon alternative I've found. The only issue I have with them is that they're not as comfortable as the Satisfye grip. Companies really need to start copying Satisfye's grip shape.
How is the dpad? I need a switch dpad that's not absolute garbage and Nintendo has failed me on that front
I solved that problem by buying one of those
I mostly use it with an XB1 controller since it's my favorite controller right now but it works with a ton of controllers including the Dual Shock 4. When you use the DS4 you even get Motion Controls support.
I have one of those and I use my DS4 with it, but I mean more for portable play.I solved that problem by buying one of those
I mostly use it with an XB1 controller since it's my favorite controller right now but it works with a ton of controllers including the Dual Shock 4. When you use the DS4 you even get Motion Controls support.
It's ok. It's not as good as what's on the 8bitdo stuff, but it's far better than the joycon.
Are you a monster who likes clicky dpads? or a normal person who like spongy ones? Lol. It's better than the standard joycon regardless and the size is good. But it is spongy and I know some don't like that.
Wow, I can't believe I never thought of that haha.There's also this
But having used my phone that way (which is lighter than the Switch) the top heavy feel isn't the best, even if you do get to use a good controller.
If they had the style that holds it to the front of the controller that could be better. Got one of those for my phone and while not perfect, it's much better than having it up top.
This is my single biggest problem with the Switch and the reason I got a Split Pad Pro. It's ugly but it feels great in the hand.
That's what entirely sold them for me. I always feel spoiled playing on pc with the steam controller.
Ordering these right away they look great
I'm still using the DualShock 4 over the DualSense wherever possible entirely because of the back button attachment
It's the game changer
Do these read as Joycons while connected to the Switch? As in, does the system show a Joycon in the controller menu while you have one connected?
Yep, I have this one and it's pretty great. Mind you, it's still a bit too heavy, but quite workable.
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Not sure if this is what you're after, but here's what shows up on my screen when I go to the Controllers section
When they're wireless, is there an image of a JoyCon, or does it show a generic controller?Not sure if this is what you're after, but here's what shows up on my screen when I go to the Controllers section
Also, does the Switch fit in the dock with those attached?
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When they're wireless, is there an image of a JoyCon, or does it show a generic controller?
Also, does the Switch fit in the dock with those attached?
I tried to just boot them up in wireless mode, but for some reason wouldn't turn on. Maybe there's more I need to do when pairing them, but since I'm pretty much dedicated handheld they just worked out of the box for me when I plugged them into the Switch. Also I have no idea where my dock is or I'd throw it in there to check.
They should be paired if they've been attached. You should be able to take them off while the Switch is on, and the "No other controllers are connected." message will change to show what it detects them as.
Thank you for checking this for me, and for making the thread; I'll probably ending picking these up at some point once I can get some buddies together.
Does it come with an attachment in the middle to make it form a normal controller like the one included with the Switch? How do they feel when you use them detached? I like sitting in bed and just having my arms resting at my side (except for the poor joycon connection). Also is there any Bluetooth connection/reception issues like the joycons?
I've tried these, having the Hori split pad pro. The dpad is horrible and I like the general feeling of the hori better. If hori would release a version with gyro, I wouldn't touch these ever again.
These feel cheaper than the hori and that is saying a lot, because the hori aren't the most premium feeling controller either.
These feel cheaper than the hori and that is saying a lot, because the hori aren't the most premium feeling controller either.
True. I guess I should say that the Hori and Binbok can both stay attached when putting the Switch in the dock and Binbok also charges in the dock. Binbok also has a center part than can attach the split pads to make it like a stand alone controller or can be used like split joycons.
The dpad is the weakest part of the controller, mainly because the rubber/silicone is too soft and is easy to get wrong inputs during fast actions (for instance shoryuken) because it unfortunately allows to press any direction by mistake when doing any small pressure at the center of the dpad.
I fixed this problem by doing something as simple as this:
So that the dap cannot be pressed in the center, much better behaviour and feeling with this trivial mod, the yellow piece is a hama bead that fits perfectly and can be easily adjusted to the desired height to block the dpad at the center.
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Got the binbok wireless today from Amazon. So far so good. Feels more comfortable vs Hori. Charges both joycons from usb c or Switch. Switch detedcts them as joycons.
- Gyro works fine.
- Thumb sticks and buttons are pretty good.
- Dpad seems ok, no worse vs Hori, but I havent tested it too much.
- Rumble seems similar to say Xbox One controller, not quite as good as say Switch or PS5 ones.
Overall I like it more vs Hori split pad I would say due to gyro, rumble and wireless capability. Going to return the Hori for sure. Note, I still like Fixture S1 clip so going to decide which to keep between that and Binbok. Might just keep both.
- Gyro works fine.
- Thumb sticks and buttons are pretty good.
- Dpad seems ok, no worse vs Hori, but I havent tested it too much.
- Rumble seems similar to say Xbox One controller, not quite as good as say Switch or PS5 ones.
Overall I like it more vs Hori split pad I would say due to gyro, rumble and wireless capability. Going to return the Hori for sure. Note, I still like Fixture S1 clip so going to decide which to keep between that and Binbok. Might just keep both.
I just bought a Satisfye grip that arrived today while I was at work that I'll be trying shortly... But if those don't work out, I'm trying these next. I passed on the Hori Split Pads to get the Satisfye instead, but damn if these don't look great.
I've had similar before that had horrible issues working wirelessly. Following this thread for further reviews before buying.
Got mine today. One problem is that there are two USB ports on the back left side of my switch dock, and this can't dock if there's anything in the top one. So basically it blocks a usb port.
They show up as two grey joycons when remote.
At least on mine, the left side, you can't fully turn off the color/light, there's a tinge of blue even if you turn the colors off. Also, if you don't turn the colors off they will remain on while docked even if the switch is sleeping.
They show up as two grey joycons when remote.
At least on mine, the left side, you can't fully turn off the color/light, there's a tinge of blue even if you turn the colors off. Also, if you don't turn the colors off they will remain on while docked even if the switch is sleeping.
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I have both these and the hori. I prefer the hori personally. the joysticks on the hori are larger and feel better to me.
Mine just came today. These seem like a tremendous step up from the official Joy Cons. Portable mode is such a more comfortable experience
Buttons feel fine to me. If I never had the hori to compare, the binbok is great. I just got so used to the Hori that I prefer the joysticks as they just feel more premium to me and slightly larger.
I thought Binbok was fine and it feels more comfortable vs Hori overall. Sent the latter back. Gyro and Rumble are also a big plus. Hmm... I think the sticks are fine on the Binbok. Might have been a bit better on the Hori, but not a huge difference. DPad was better on the Hori but its not as bad as I expected on the Binbok. Might mod it to take out the stupid plastic insert.
