8BitDo
8BitDo Micro Bluetooth Gamepad Review
Poor
$24.99
A 24.8-gram keychain gamepad that is genuinely great at what it is for: 2D games, emulation, and doubling as a programmable shortcut pad. Not a primary controller — skip it if you want sticks or triggers. 7.5/10 — Good.
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connectivity
Bluetooth
weight
24.8g
buttons
16
compatibility
Switch, Switch 2, Android, Raspberry Pi
Pros & Cons
Pros
- 24.8g keychain-sized, genuinely pocketable
- 16 buttons with keyboard mode for shortcuts
- Great battery — weeks per charge for most owners
- Switch, Switch 2, Android, and Raspberry Pi support
Cons
- No analog sticks or triggers — 2D games only
- Tiny form factor is cramped for large hands
- XInput (D) mode has input latency on Android — Switch mode fixes it
Full Specifications
| connectivity | Bluetooth |
|---|---|
| weight | 24.8g |
| buttons | 16 |
| compatibility | Switch, Switch 2, Android, Raspberry Pi |
| features | Keychain loop, keyboard mode via 8BitDo Ultimate Software |
The Verdict: Poor
A 24.8-gram keychain gamepad that is genuinely great at what it is for: 2D games, emulation, and doubling as a programmable shortcut pad. Not a primary controller — skip it if you want sticks or triggers. 7.5/10 — Good.
— GamepadSquire
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