I use this affordable Switch 2 controller instead of the Pro Controller, because of a key feature that Nintendo's option lacks — here's why I think it's the better buy right now

If you're a Nintendo Switch 2 player and want a great wireless controller that comes at an easy-to-stomach price, then the Turtle Beach Rematch Wireless Controller is a great option.

<![CDATA[ <article> <p>If you're a Nintendo Switch 2 player and want a great wireless controller that comes at an easy-to-stomach price, then the Turtle Beach Rematch Wireless Controller is a great option. Despite already being an affordable option, though, it just got even cheaper, making it a must-buy for gamers on a budget. </p><p>The <a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Turtle-Beach-Wireless-Controller-Officially/dp/B0FFTQ6B37">Turtle Beach Rematch Wireless Controller is just £24.97 (was £49.99)</a> at Amazon, meaning you can score 50% off in the <a href="http://techradar.com/tag/prime-day">Amazon Prime Day</a> Big Deal Days sale.</p><p>• <a href="https://www.amazon.com/deals">Browse the full Amazon Prime Day sale</a></p><p>In the US? Fear not. You can also score a discount, with the <a href="https://www.bestbuy.com/product/turtle-beach-rematch-wireless-gaming-controller-for-nintendo-switch-2-nintendo-switch-switch-lite-oled-model-black/J39T968WTQ">Turtle Beach Rematch Wireless Controller available for $51.99 (was $64.99)</a> over at Best Buy.</p><p>At these prices, this controller is an absolute steal. It has drift-resistant TMR thumbsticks (something the official Switch 2 Pro Controller skips on), a strong 40-hour battery life, an enticing design, and an ergonomic lightweight feel. I use it every single day, whether I'm sinking countless hours into <a href="https://www.techradar.com/gaming/fire-emblem-fortunes-weave-preview"><em>Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave</em></a>, racing my friends in <a href="https://www.techradar.com/gaming/nintendo/mario-kart-world-review"><em>Mario Kart World</em></a>, or exploring the whimsical world of <a href="https://www.techradar.com/gaming/yoshi-and-the-mysterious-book-review"><em>Yoshi and the Mysterious Book</em></a> — and even after hundreds of hours of use, it continues to be a reliable option.</p><p>Want to know more about these sweet deals? Scroll on down for more details and to learn more about the features that Turtle Beach's controller has to offer. </p><h2 id="today-39-s-best-turtle-beach-rematch-wireless-controller-deal-in-the-uk">Today's best Turtle Beach Rematch Wireless Controller deal in the UK</h2><div class="product"><a data-dimension112="2e795b50-c18e-11f1-bc15-a3bc9a27573d" data-action="Deal Block" data-label="Rematch Wireless Controller for Nintendo Switch 2" data-dimension48="Rematch Wireless Controller for Nintendo Switch 2" data-dimension25="£24.97" href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Turtle-Beach-Wireless-Controller-Officially/dp/B0FFTQ6B37" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><figure class="van-image-figure " ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:500px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:100.00%;"><img id="9VnitCXgf4yMxqGbqn2hsn" name="turtle-beach-rematch-wireless-controller-9ad530be-cb0d-4cef-9b38-71534c6f0144.jpg" caption="" alt="" src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/9VnitCXgf4yMxqGbqn2hsn-1920-80.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="500" height="500" attribution="" endorsement="" credit="" class=""></p></div></div></figure></a><p><strong><a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Turtle-Beach-Wireless-Controller-Officially/dp/B0FFTQ6B37" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" data-dimension112="2e795b50-c18e-11f1-bc15-a3bc9a27573d" data-action="Deal Block" data-label="Rematch Wireless Controller for Nintendo Switch 2" data-dimension48="Rematch Wireless Controller for Nintendo Switch 2" data-dimension25="£24.97">Rematch Wireless Controller for Nintendo Switch 2: was £49.99 now £24.97</a></strong><br>If you're in the UK, you can score a mega 50% saving on this Switch 2 wireless controller from Turtle Beach. With frictionless TMR thumbsticks, excellent ergonomics, and a funky design, this is an amazing affordable option. This offer applies only to the Donkey Kong design, which just so happens to be my personal favorite — what a result!<a class="view-deal button" href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Turtle-Beach-Wireless-Controller-Officially/dp/B0FFTQ6B37" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" data-dimension112="2e795b50-c18e-11f1-bc15-a3bc9a27573d" data-action="Deal Block" data-label="Rematch Wireless Controller for Nintendo Switch 2" data-dimension48="Rematch Wireless Controller for Nintendo Switch 2" data-dimension25="£24.97">View Deal</a></p></div><h2 id="today-39-s-best-turtle-beach-rematch-wireless-controller-deal-in-the-us">Today's best Turtle Beach Rematch Wireless Controller deal in the US</h2><div class="product"><a data-dimension112="e35df8c6-c18b-11f1-89da-032c9aee650d" data-action="Deal Block" data-label="Rematch Wireless Controller for Nintendo Switch 2" data-dimension48="Rematch Wireless Controller for Nintendo Switch 2" data-dimension25="$51.99" href="https://www.bestbuy.com/product/turtle-beach-rematch-wireless-gaming-controller-for-nintendo-switch-2-nintendo-switch-switch-lite-oled-model-black/J39T968WTQ" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><figure class="van-image-figure " ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:447px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:100.00%;"><img id="xjdW3C3FSqwGPTizbioAVR" name="turtle-beach-rematch-wireless-controller-for-switch-2-square" caption="" alt="" src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/xjdW3C3FSqwGPTizbioAVR-1920-80.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="447" height="447" attribution="" endorsement="" credit="" class=""></p></div></div></figure></a><p><strong><a href="https://www.bestbuy.com/product/turtle-beach-rematch-wireless-gaming-controller-for-nintendo-switch-2-nintendo-switch-switch-lite-oled-model-black/J39T968WTQ" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" data-dimension112="e35df8c6-c18b-11f1-89da-032c9aee650d" data-action="Deal Block" data-label="Rematch Wireless Controller for Nintendo Switch 2" data-dimension48="Rematch Wireless Controller for Nintendo Switch 2" data-dimension25="$51.99">Rematch Wireless Controller for Nintendo Switch 2: was $64.99 now $51.99</a></strong><br>OK, the US deal isn't quite as big as the UK alternative, but a 20% saving is still nothing to sneer at. This wireless controller from Turtle Beach offers frictionless TMR thumbsticks, fantastic ergonomics, and plenty of battery life for long gaming sessions. This discount applies to the Black colorway only.<a class="view-deal button" href="https://www.bestbuy.com/product/turtle-beach-rematch-wireless-gaming-controller-for-nintendo-switch-2-nintendo-switch-switch-lite-oled-model-black/J39T968WTQ" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" data-dimension112="e35df8c6-c18b-11f1-89da-032c9aee650d" data-action="Deal Block" data-label="Rematch Wireless Controller for Nintendo Switch 2" data-dimension48="Rematch Wireless Controller for Nintendo Switch 2" data-dimension25="$51.99">View Deal</a></p></div><p>In my <a href="https://www.techradar.com/gaming/nintendo/turtle-beach-rematch-wireless-controller-for-nintendo-switch-2-review">Turtle Beach Rematch Wireless Controller for Nintendo Switch 2 review</a>, I talked up its lengthy battery life, collection of fun designs, and lightweight feel — but one thing really sets it apart: the TMR thumsticks. These ensure strong responsiveness and precision, while also making stick drift less likely — a key reason to choose this model over the official Pro Controller. </p><p>More generally, the thumbsticks are textured an provide good grip, so you can be confident in your split-second decision making in-game. Pair that with a heavy discount, and this controller feels like a great buy right now. </p><p>It's worth noting that you'll have to make a few sacrifices with this controller. There's no rumble, no NFC for Amiibo, and it can't wake your console either. But if you just want a reliable and ergonomic Switch 2 controller that's available at a low price, then I think this model is well worth buying. 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