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iFixit Reveals Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller's Repair Concerns

7/12/2025

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iFixit's teardown of the Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller uncovers troubling repairability and durability concerns. Priced at $84.99, the controller's absence of Hall effect analog sticks raises alarms about potential stick drift. With challenging battery replacement and limited accessibility, iFixit argues that there are more reliable and affordable options available.

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Story summary

iFixit's teardown of the Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller uncovers troubling repairability and durability concerns. Priced at $84.99, the controller's absence of Hall effect analog sticks raises alarms about potential stick drift. With challenging battery replacement and limited accessibility, iFixit argues that there are more reliable and affordable options available.