The $50 "Switch 2" Contender?
Mobapad Chitu 2 HD
We've all been there. You drop $70 on the official Nintendo Pro Controller expecting a "Pro" experience, but you end up with something that feels… well, a bit dated. At $49.99, the Mobapad Chitu 2 HD might be the "just right" alternative we've been waiting for.
Mobapad Chitu 2 HD
A high-comfort, high-value pick for the next generation of gaming. Restrained, refined, and surprisingly quiet.
✦ Pros
- TMR joysticks — zero-drift by design
- Silent LSR tracks, no plastic clacking
- Premium "blackberry jelly" translucent finish
- Excellent grip texture, natural ergonomics
- $49.99 — $20 less than Nintendo's own Pro Controller
✦ Cons
- Gyroscope trails BIGBIG WON's top-tier feel
- D-pad is light — risk of mis-inputs in platformers
- Glossy faceplate is a fingerprint magnet
| Price | $49.99 USD |
| Joystick Type | TMR (Tunneling Magnetoresistance) |
| Stick Tracks | LSR — Liquid Silicone Rubber |
| Connectivity | Wireless / Wired (USB-C) |
| Gyroscope | Yes (6-axis) |
| Colors | Black, White + additional colorways |
| Compatible | Nintendo Switch / Switch 2 (expected) |
01 — Aesthetics
That "Blackberry Jelly" Aesthetic
Opening the box reminded me why I love this hobby — that "new tech" scent is unbeatable. The Chitu 2 comes in a few colors, but the Black is the standout choice. The finish is stunning: a glossy faceplate, but with restrained shine. It has this deep, translucent glow that honestly reminds me of blackberry jelly. It looks premium, not like a cheap toy.
The silhouette follows the Pro Controller's lead, which is a win for ergonomics. Even for those of us with slightly smaller hands, the fit feels natural from the first grip. The handles feature a laser-etched texture on the front and a diamond-grip pattern on the back — it stays glued to your palms exactly where it should.
02 — Technology
Silence is Golden: TMR Joysticks & LSR Tracks
Under the hood, this is where the Chitu 2 really punches above its weight. It uses TMR (Tunneling Magnetoresistance) joysticks, meaning high precision and — theoretically — zero drift forever. No more recalibration nightmares months down the line.
03 — Honest Trade-offs
The Honest Trade-offs: Gyro and D-pad
As your "friendly neighborhood shopkeeper," I have to be candid — it isn't perfect.
If you're a high-level Splatoon player or someone who relies heavily on motion controls, the gyroscope here is "solid," but not industry-leading. Brands like BIGBIG WON still hold a slight edge when it comes to that perfectly "silky" responsiveness. The Chitu 2 is good, but there's still room to catch up to the top-tier competition in this specific department.
Also, while the ABXY buttons and triggers feel great, the D-pad is on the lighter side. It has a nice skin-friendly coating, but the actuation is sensitive enough that occasional mis-inputs during a heated 2D platformer session are a real possibility.
04 — One More Thing
The "Fingerprint Magnet" Warning
That gorgeous blackberry jelly faceplate? It is a fingerprint magnet. If you even think about a slice of pizza within five feet of this controller, it's going to develop an oily "patina" almost instantly. It wipes off easily with a microfiber cloth, but if you're a neat freak, consider yourself warned — or grab the matte White colorway instead.
The "Goldilocks" Controller
What I love most about the Chitu 2 is its restraint. It doesn't try to be a "hyper-flagship" covered in OLED screens or a dozen confusing back buttons. Instead, it opts for a design that is clean, simple, and intentionally focused. From the effortless mechanical clicks to the frictionless sticks, the whole experience feels nimble — and that silent stick movement still surprises me every session.
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