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title: "Nintendo Switch - Pro Controller"
brand: "nintendo"
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# Ergonomic pro-grade design Seamless wireless Bluetooth 40+ hrs battery life Nintendo Switch - Pro Controller

**Brand:** nintendo
**Price:** KSh25576
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎮 Elevate your game — the pro controller that means business.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Nintendo Switch - Pro Controller by nintendo
- **How much does it cost?** KSh25576 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.ke](https://www.desertcart.co.ke/products/47961655-nintendo-switch-pro-controller)

## Best For

- nintendo enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted nintendo brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Precision Control Pad:** Experience superior gameplay with a responsive D-pad and larger buttons designed for pros.
- • **Marathon-Ready Battery:** Play uninterrupted with 40+ hours of power on a single charge.
- • **Built-in Amiibo Support:** Unlock exclusive in-game content effortlessly with integrated NFC functionality.
- • **HD Rumble & Motion Tech:** Feel every move with immersive HD rumble and intuitive motion controls.
- • **Universal Wireless Freedom:** Connect seamlessly to your Switch or Bluetooth-enabled devices for gaming anywhere.

## Overview

The Nintendo Switch Pro Controller offers a premium, ergonomic design with enhanced button layout, HD rumble, motion controls, and built-in amiibo support. Boasting over 40 hours of battery life and seamless wireless connectivity, it’s engineered for serious gamers seeking precision and comfort on the go or at home.

## Description

The Nintendo Switch Pro-Controller is a premium product boasting premium grips and a semi-transparent casing. It has the same buttons as the Nintendo Switch in handheld mode and is designed to be held and operated more easily than the Joy-Con controllers. The primary difference in the controls is that while the directional controls on the Joy-Con (L) are made up of different buttons, the pro controller has a single plus control pad, similar to previous systems. Note: If the buttons are not working power off the console and clean the area around the problematic buttons using a soft, dry toothbrush. Ensure your console has the latest system update, If the console is already up to date, restart it by holding down the POWER Button for three seconds, and select "Power Options" > "Restart." 1 Controller

Review: Perfect - Absolutely perfect. Can be played either with a cable (to charge whilst playing) or charged separately and then wirelessly. Connectivity is excellent with a good signal reach and responsiveness. The overall feel of the joypad is excellent, good weight and tactile feel when playing. Buttons are a lot better than the stand alone joycons. Both in feel, button responsive and just feel more rugged and durable.
Review: Not as expensive as you think (XBone Controller + Play and Charge addon makes it about £60 too!) - Can't say manythings negative about this controller. It's fairly priced saying its not "bulky" as a X Bone controller since by default you need AA batteries for that specific controller. This is pretty much the same price if you have the play and charge addon for the XBone Controller, giving that a rechargeable battery and cable which Switch Pro Controller comes with by default. Infact because the Switch uses Type-C USB which tend to be more expensive to make at the moment, you are probably getting a slightly better deal. Though compared to the DualShock 4 it could be considered a tiny bit more expensive (we're talking about £8 as of this review). Pros: > Comes with USB Type A to Type C cable (mine was about 1.5m long) > Long battery life > Nice feeling controller all round, infact is one of my favourite controllers > a good D-pad, which compared to the Joycons is very welcomed > larger Face Buttons (compared to Joy-cons) > no weird + and - shaped buttons (compared to Joy-cons) > larger shoulder (L+R) buttons (compared to Joy-cons) > analogue sticks in a way better position, especially for the right side (compared to Joy-cons) > great to use in tabletop and docked modes > makes the use of the "puppy-dog" controller grip with the joy-cons a good Player 2 option compared to a limited single Joy-con, or allows for a Player 3 if the Joy-cons are separated > works great as just a Bluetooth controller for other platforms too, like on a PC (With bluetooth dongle/built-in etc), most Phones (with Bluetooth support in apps and on the phone) > no need for AA batteries, has its own built in battery, which is a probable reason why its more expensive to a XBone Controller alone Pro-Cons: > Weighty? Some people would see this as a Pro and some might see it as a Con > Cable supplied may be too short for some, especially if you plan to use it's wired (NFC-less) mode when connected to a switch and enabled in Controller Options, though if you are happy using it wirelessly this won't be much of a problem with its large battery life > Yes its is a little pricy at £50-£60 BUT, don't forget it has an NFC reader, and "HD Rumble" built in, plus it feels deluxe, and compared to an Xbox One Elite Wireless Controller, which at the time of this review, was £120 (double this!), a DualShock 4 was about £52, and a normal wireless XBone is £40 so it really isn't too bad. > It can be charged via regular 5V USB outputs but be careful, it isn't Nintendo's fault if your USB charger/device damages the controller, best plug it into your switch if you need it charging via USB, the Switch Adapter works well for this controller too > Could do with a Audio Jack but since not many Switch Games yet support audio chat, and seeing Nintendo seem to plan on using your mobile device (for Splatoon atm) for voice chat anyway via their app, this could be added with a USB-C add on (since it does send data via usb and not just accept charge) in the future Cons: > After 100%'ing Mario Odyssey (999 stars etc) and using the cappy-spin flick motion control with this controller, I noticed over time, the right handle felt minorly twisted out of position, maybe that was more me since I used that move often in game but I could just hand tighten it back on, so be careful flicking it alot > Sadly ZL and ZR on Nintendo Switch (including the Joycons) doesn't seem to support analog triggers, since it is digital so no "precise" triggers, havent seen this been much of an issue for me, but if a game requires a light trigger squeeze or a hard one (or a range), there isn't any difference with this controller

## Features

- Warning:Not suitable for children under 3 years. For use under adult supervision
- Warning:Toy inside. Adult supervision recommended
- Take your game sessions up a notch with the Nintendo Switch Pro Controller
- This controller includes many of the features found in the Joy-Con controllers: Motion controls, HD rumble, built-in amiibo functionality and more
- Play anyone, any time, anywhere with the Nintendo Switch Pro-Controller
- Compatible with the Nintendo Switch only

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN  | B01N4ND1T2 |
| Batteries  | 1 Lithium Polymer batteries required. (included) |
| Best Sellers Rank | 245 in PC & Video Games ( See Top 100 in PC & Video Games ) 7 in Nintendo Switch Controllers 21 in PlayStation Legacy Systems |
| Country of origin  | China |
| Customer reviews | 4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (53,501) |
| Delivery information | We cannot deliver certain products outside mainland UK ( Details ). We will only be able to confirm if this product can be delivered to your chosen address when you enter your delivery address at checkout. |
| Is discontinued by manufacturer  | No |
| Item model number  | HACAFSSKA |
| Language  | German, Spanish |
| Product Dimensions  | 16 x 15.7 x 6.5 cm; 100 g |
| Rated  | To Be Announced |
| Release date  | 3 Mar. 2017 |

## Images

![Nintendo Switch - Pro Controller - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61xhzvDIRKL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Is the price a joke?**
A: It's £59.99 on the official Nintendo store website, so you're actually saving £5 by buying it here.

**Q: Does anyone know if this comes with a charging cable**
A: As far as I know yes it does.  A few websites (including Nintendo Store UK) have included in their description that both the Pro Controller and the charging grip come with a USB C cable for charging.

**Q: Does it work when the switch is not docked?**
A: Of course.

**Q: probably a stupid question, but when using this, do you need to put the joy cons into the side of console, or leave them to discharge?**
A: Not a stupid question! You can have the Joycons either attached to the switch or removed from it. It makes no difference.  I temd to leave them on it as it just sits behind the TV, but sometimes I detach them and use them as a player 2 controller (using the controller adaptor) with me as player 1 (of course!) on the Pro Controller.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Perfect
*by M***R on 25 December 2025*

Absolutely perfect. Can be played either with a cable (to charge whilst playing) or charged separately and then wirelessly. Connectivity is excellent with a good signal reach and responsiveness. The overall feel of the joypad is excellent, good weight and tactile feel when playing. Buttons are a lot better than the stand alone joycons. Both in feel, button responsive and just feel more rugged and durable.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Not as expensive as you think (XBone Controller + Play and Charge addon makes it about £60 too!)
*by J***S on 4 January 2018*

Can't say manythings negative about this controller. It's fairly priced saying its not "bulky" as a X Bone controller since by default you need AA batteries for that specific controller. This is pretty much the same price if you have the play and charge addon for the XBone Controller, giving that a rechargeable battery and cable which Switch Pro Controller comes with by default. Infact because the Switch uses Type-C USB which tend to be more expensive to make at the moment, you are probably getting a slightly better deal. Though compared to the DualShock 4 it could be considered a tiny bit more expensive (we're talking about £8 as of this review). Pros: > Comes with USB Type A to Type C cable (mine was about 1.5m long) > Long battery life > Nice feeling controller all round, infact is one of my favourite controllers > a good D-pad, which compared to the Joycons is very welcomed > larger Face Buttons (compared to Joy-cons) > no weird + and - shaped buttons (compared to Joy-cons) > larger shoulder (L+R) buttons (compared to Joy-cons) > analogue sticks in a way better position, especially for the right side (compared to Joy-cons) > great to use in tabletop and docked modes > makes the use of the "puppy-dog" controller grip with the joy-cons a good Player 2 option compared to a limited single Joy-con, or allows for a Player 3 if the Joy-cons are separated > works great as just a Bluetooth controller for other platforms too, like on a PC (With bluetooth dongle/built-in etc), most Phones (with Bluetooth support in apps and on the phone) > no need for AA batteries, has its own built in battery, which is a probable reason why its more expensive to a XBone Controller alone Pro-Cons: > Weighty? Some people would see this as a Pro and some might see it as a Con > Cable supplied may be too short for some, especially if you plan to use it's wired (NFC-less) mode when connected to a switch and enabled in Controller Options, though if you are happy using it wirelessly this won't be much of a problem with its large battery life > Yes its is a little pricy at £50-£60 BUT, don't forget it has an NFC reader, and "HD Rumble" built in, plus it feels deluxe, and compared to an Xbox One Elite Wireless Controller, which at the time of this review, was £120 (double this!), a DualShock 4 was about £52, and a normal wireless XBone is £40 so it really isn't too bad. > It can be charged via regular 5V USB outputs but be careful, it isn't Nintendo's fault if your USB charger/device damages the controller, best plug it into your switch if you need it charging via USB, the Switch Adapter works well for this controller too > Could do with a Audio Jack but since not many Switch Games yet support audio chat, and seeing Nintendo seem to plan on using your mobile device (for Splatoon atm) for voice chat anyway via their app, this could be added with a USB-C add on (since it does send data via usb and not just accept charge) in the future Cons: > After 100%'ing Mario Odyssey (999 stars etc) and using the cappy-spin flick motion control with this controller, I noticed over time, the right handle felt minorly twisted out of position, maybe that was more me since I used that move often in game but I could just hand tighten it back on, so be careful flicking it alot > Sadly ZL and ZR on Nintendo Switch (including the Joycons) doesn't seem to support analog triggers, since it is digital so no "precise" triggers, havent seen this been much of an issue for me, but if a game requires a light trigger squeeze or a hard one (or a range), there isn't any difference with this controller

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A premium, durable controller that transforms the Nintendo Switch gaming experience
*by C***Y on 15 October 2025*

The Nintendo Switch Pro Controller is, quite simply, a significant step up from the standard Joy-Con controllers. It delivers a much more comfortable, precise and reliable gaming experience - the sort of improvement that quickly makes it hard to go back to the smaller Joy-Con setup. Build quality is excellent. The controller feels sturdy and well-balanced in the hand, with responsive buttons and smooth, accurate analogue sticks. After extensive use, mine has shown no sign of drift - a welcome change from the Joy-Con controllers, where that issue can be all too common. Every input feels deliberate and consistent, which makes a noticeable difference in gameplay, particularly for longer sessions or more demanding titles. Pairing is quick and effortless, and once connected, the controller maintains a rock-solid wireless connection. Charging is equally straightforward via USB-C, with impressive battery life that easily lasts through extended play. The overall ergonomics are excellent, making it comfortable even during multi-hour sessions without hand fatigue. Visually, it looks and feels premium - understated yet clearly well made. The finish gives it a distinctive aesthetic while still matching the design language of the Switch system itself. Overall, the Pro Controller is one of the best accessories available for the Switch - robust, responsive, and a genuine enhancement to gameplay across every genre.

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