Just bought a Switch 2: which controller first?
People often ask me: I just got a Switch 2 and want a second controller for friends, but the official one is expensive. Or: what should my first controller be for PC or phone games? The TPAX Wireless Controller is on sale for NT$850, so I connected it to a Switch 2, a PC and a phone to see whether it actually works and how it feels.
Works on Switch 2, and HOME wakes the console
TPAX lists support for PC, Switch, Android and iOS, and it works on Switch 2 too; all three platforms connected fine in my testing. The handiest part on Switch 2: press HOME on the controller to wake the console, so you can start playing from the sofa. Note that there's no NFC, so amiibo and Switch 2 GameChat aren't supported.
Hall-effect sticks and motion controls for under NT$1,000
The sticks are Hall-effect, using magnetic sensing, so they don't drift the way worn conventional sticks do. That's generous at this price. There's also a six-axis gyro: in Mario Kart World on Switch 2, tilting the controller steered through corners without issue, and Yoshi felt just as natural.
One-press turbo and rear macros
A dedicated T button sets turbo in one press. On the back there are two buttons, AL and AR, and a record button for macros, so you can map common actions to the back and keep your thumbs on the sticks.
RGB stick rings with three modes
The body is dark grey with a silver-white TPAX logo, and the eye-catcher is the RGB ring around each stick, with rainbow, breathing and steady modes. It looks great with the lights off. The ergonomic grips have a non-slip finish and stay steady over long sessions.
Monster Hunter Outlanders on a phone
TPAX also pairs with Android and iOS phones over Bluetooth. Monster Hunter Outlanders, released October 29, supports controllers, and with the hold function the heavy bowgun's rapid fire is one press, no mashing. Connect the phone to a big screen and hunting with TPAX feels like playing on a console.
Battery and verdict
The 1000 mAh battery is rated for 15–20 hours per charge, so a few days of play between charges. For NT$850 you get Hall-effect sticks, a gyro, turbo, rear buttons, RGB rings and HOME wake on Switch 2, across NS2, PC and phones; the only catch is no amiibo. Sale stock is limited; check the official store for current price and availability.
Measured latency
Tool: Gamepadla Polling 2
Specs
| Sticks | Hall-effect (drift-resistant) |
|---|---|
| Motion | Six-axis gyro |
| Turbo / rear | One-press turbo (T); AL / AR rear buttons with macro recording |
| Lighting | RGB stick rings: rainbow / breathing / steady |
| Platforms | Switch 2 (NS2), Switch, PC, Android, iOS |
| Switch 2 | HOME wakes the console; no GameChat |
| NFC | None, no amiibo |
| Battery | 1000 mAh, rated 15–20 hours |
| Price | NT$850 on sale (list NT$1,280, checked Nov 9, 2026) |
PonPonLin's verdict
A good pick if you're on a budget, want a first controller, or need a second pad for friends on Switch 2.
FAQ
Does it work on Switch 2?
Yes. It connected fine on Switch 2 and HOME wakes the console, but GameChat isn't supported.
Does it support amiibo?
No. There's no NFC.
Does it work on PS5?
PS5 isn't listed as supported, and I didn't test it.
How's the latency?
With Gamepadla Polling 2: 1.0 ms wired (1000 Hz) and 5.99 ms Bluetooth (about 167 Hz), very good for a budget controller.
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