Nintendo
Joy-Con 2 Charging Grip Review
Good
$39.99
The official answer to both Joy-Con 2 comfort and battery anxiety in handheld mode — simple, first-party, and exactly what it says on the box.
type
Charging grip
charging
USB-C
buttons
GL/GR mappable
compatibility
Joy-Con 2 for Nintendo Switch 2
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Charges Joy-Con 2 while you play in handheld mode
- More ergonomic grip than bare Joy-Con 2
- Includes GL/GR buttons that remap per game
- Official first-party accessory
Cons
- Only charges via USB-C — no wireless charging
- Doesn't add much battery capacity beyond the Joy-Cons themselves
Full Specifications
| type | Charging grip |
|---|---|
| charging | USB-C |
| buttons | GL/GR mappable |
| compatibility | Joy-Con 2 for Nintendo Switch 2 |
The Verdict: Good
The official answer to both Joy-Con 2 comfort and battery anxiety in handheld mode — simple, first-party, and exactly what it says on the box.
— GamepadSquire
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