Manba One Wireless Gaming Controller

Do not buy until they address their quality control issues

Ordered and received first controller, power switch is faulty. controller would not stay powered on unless the power switch was in the "on" position and pressed into the controller, as soon as you took your finger off the switch it would power off. Received replacement controller two days later, same exact issue. Now I have to return two controllers to two different locations because the second controller didn't have the same return options for some reason. Two $70 dollar controllers ruined by a two-cent switch that the company clearly can't be bothered to QA.

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Mando Manba defectuoso después de solo 3 usos

Mi experiencia con un mando Manba ha sido muy decepcionante. El mando, prácticamente nuevo y con solo 3 usos, presentó una falla en el interruptor de encendido. De lo contrario, sería una pérdida total.

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Power Failure - Refund Issued.

Controller stopped working within a week. It would just shut off and I'd have to manually turn it off then on again to get it to power back up.

I'm giving it 2 stars because after contacting the seller and some back-and-forth, they did eventually refunded my money. If not for the power issue, it might have been a great controller.

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Wireless is bad

I’m just going to keep this simple.

The Bad:

The reason why I purchased this controller was because of it wireless capability for my PC. The wireless connection is horrible. Keeps dropping and becoming unresponsive, and when it’s not doing that it’s got a mind of its own spinning or taking off over a cliff. I resynced it a few times even turning it off and on. After a few hours of this I’m just angry and frustrated. I never had this much trouble at any point with a wireless Xbox controller.

The good:

Now as a wired controller it works great. Snappy button responses, on controller screen calibration, RGB settings, trigger locks ,and some decent customization.

I suggest to get this on sale because I just can’t justify paying $70+ for this controller with these kind of issues for the wireless problems.

Hardline PC Tech

July 6, 2026

Controller comfort matters more than people realize.

I recently picked up this controller and I’ve been really impressed with it so far. The feel in the hands is comfortable, the buttons and sticks are responsive, and the lighting gives it a clean gaming setup look without feeling overdone.

One of my favorite features is the flexibility of the connection options. You can use the included 2.4GHz adapter for a dedicated wireless connection or pair it through Bluetooth, depending on how you want to game.

The transparent shell is also a nice touch. Being able to see the internal vibration motors adds a cool visual aesthetic, especially with the lighting turned on.

Great option for anyone looking to upgrade their controller setup without going overboard.

Good controller

Great controller overall, manba just needs better support.

Surprising New Favorite!!

I game on my PC set up in my living room on my flat screen, so sitting on the couch I need a good wireless controller. My old one (standard 40$ controller) kept disconnecting died too fast and the keys started sticking. Corded ones were just a hassle for the distance. I was hesitant at first about this one because I didn’t feel like I needed the screen and all that extra stuff but..

Holy crap- this is my new FAVORITE toy! I love the built in customization for things like hot keys vibration level and even joystick sensitivity so there’s no need to mess with game settings - not to mention the lovely LED light set up. Super high quality; easy to use great grip buttons are nice and clicky great battery life never looses connection love the charging port and I can even switch to my Nintendo Switch seamlessly

11/10 love this controller totally worth the price👍🏻💯

Honest Mamba controller review

Overall, it’s a solid controller, but I’m giving it three out of five stars because the quality doesn’t hold up over time. After a while, it started acting up, and both the front bumper and the light‑press trigger switch broke from normal use. Durability is definitely an issue.

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Very Comfortable!!

Probably one of best budget controllers I’ve purchased.

Its very responsive, The buttons are require very little effort to push, very comfortable controls, It has a cord you can connect for charging the controller itself, or, just connect it to its charging dock like I did, and set it to charge when you’re done using it. The LCD screen at top is great quality, you can pair it to any console or PC you have from there. Mine came with clear plastic. The Vibration is on point, smooth. The design of the controller itself is clean, and looks cool. It automatically disconnects and reconnects to my computer when I set it on its charging dock. Would very much recommend, high quality controller!

A worthy controller contender!

Pros:

- strong vibration

- very satisfying and clicky X, Y, A, B buttons

- 4 paddle buttons on the back to map to macros

- trigger stop distance Limiters on the back of controller

- English is actually pretty good on a Chinese made product, and can choose between Japanese and Mandarin languages as well.

- Screen is clear and not pixelated

- D pad diagonals work pretty accurately

- a set of longer joysticks included

- durable joystick shelling seem to be made of metal surrounding the main plastic stick of the hall effect joysticks.

- Plenty of color led customizations, but are preset at certain colors, it's not a pick and choose color wheel.

- can connect to Bluetooth and the dongle, so can also connect to any device that isnt proprietary like PS5 or Xbox Series S and X.

- interchangeable front plates (extra plates are not included, not an issue for me)

Cons:

- back paddle macro buttons cannot be binded to a keyboard button

- cannot tell if the main stick of the hall effect joysticks are made of metal inside it, but seems durable enough for now

Summary:

For the Bluetooth and dongle connectivity and a screen that has the pre installed software for controller customizations, as well as the back paddle buttons and trigger limiters, this controller is comparable to a $200 controller. You can complain that it doesn't meet certain expectations, but for the price, it's an insane controller.

Spend your money on a different controller.

Controller is cool but its poor quality.

Mine disconnects from devices every few minutes.

Customer support stopped reappnding after I sent them video proof. Spend your money elsewhere

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Bricked.

Battery is dead. Says it’s charged (green light) but will not turn on at all. Paper weight

Will not even work if plugged in directly to power.

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Vince

October 22, 2025

10/10

When I first bought the controller, it was really hard to get it to connect to my Bluetooth on my PC. What I didn’t realize was that there was different modes for different consoles and PC. And I had to change the mode from PC to switch to get it to work. Once I got it to connect, the controller was so sensitive to touch on the joysticks and I didn’t know how to fix so I didn’t use it. Maybe about year after letting the controller sit. I decided to give it another try because my PlayStation controller stopped working. I just randomly saw a YouTube video about the controller and it was saying that I needed to adjust the dead zone for the joysticks which is in the settings to zero and I’ve been able to use it since. I also spilt candle wax all over my controller and I had to take it apart to clean it to get all the wax out and stuff and I just wanna say that they really took their time putting this controller together. It’s well thought out and it’s easy to get into to clean and stuff compared to a PlayStation controller. I just really appreciate how they built the controller. It’s really nice.

Jose hernandez

September 9, 2025

Switch owners must have!

Switch owners must have!!! I picked this controller over the switch 2 pro controller any day. This controller feels absolutely great in the hands and the sticks. Have a wonderful premium feel. Listed below here our pros and cons with examples

Pro:

Well built - just a premium feel along with tactile (mouse click) buttons. You can switch out shorter sticks for longer sticks, and the triggers have three different settings.

Super easy to program - programming is very simple and is awesome if you want Turbo or macro or smash Brothers or hyrule warriors. It has programming modes like you would find on console or PC where you can lower your dead zone and or make your controller extremely sensitive. what was super cool is that I am playing skyward sword and in order to pan the camera around in this game you have to hold down the left bumper the entire time, but with the macro program you can program that left bumper to be held down the whole time and you no longer have to hold that button down to pan the camera

Stick drift - I actually had stick drift, but this controller allows for calibration and after that everything was perfect and on point.

Pairs up very quickly with Bluetooth on the switch

The reason I recommend this to switch and switch 2 owners is because you get so much more for less and it literally 2/3rds the cost. Stick drift can be fixed on the fly and you can reprogram all of your buttons super easy on your controller. I mean it’s a no-brainer and you already have an NFC on the nunchucks.

The only two cons that I have are that it does not turn the console on itself and it does not have NFC other than that get this controller and ditch the switch pro 2 controller.

Andres Quintero

August 26, 2025

Control Manba

Estoy muy contento con el control. no solo eso puedes cambiar la configuración de los botones sin necesidad de entrar al menú del juego para cambiar dicha configuración. hay juegos que no te dan esa opción. pero el control si te lo da.. lastimosamente, en ningún de los juegos no a podido la opción de vibración en el control. ni modo que el control este dando la falla porque en la opción del control da las vibraciones. no se que estaré haciendo mal. pero en todo lo demás esta genial. PD: Seria bueno que le sacaran un software para pc del control para solucionar ese tipo de problemas para la solución de la vibración en los juegos, asi como tiene los controles de Xbox one que se llama Accesorios de Xbox...

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YFZ450

August 21, 2025

Manba One Controller

The Manba One Controller delivers outstanding value for its price point. Right out of the box, it makes a strong impression with its sleek, modern design that not only looks great but also feels premium in hand. The build quality is solid, offering a comfortable grip for both casual and extended gaming sessions.

One of its standout features is the ability to customize button configurations. This flexibility allows gamers to adapt the controller to their preferred playstyle, whether for competitive gaming or more relaxed setups. The re-mapping process is intuitive and makes it easy to fine-tune controls for different games without hassle.

Performance-wise, the Manba One holds its own against higher-priced alternatives. The buttons are responsive, the joysticks feel precise, and the triggers provide a satisfying level of feedback. For its price, the combination of functionality, customization, and aesthetics makes it an excellent option for anyone looking for a reliable gaming controller without overspending.

Pros:

• Excellent value for the cost

• Sleek and stylish design

• Comfortable grip for long sessions

• Customizable button configurations

• Responsive and precise controls

Overall, the Manba One Controller proves that you don’t need to pay a premium to get a stylish, customizable, and well-performing controller. It’s a great choice for gamers who want affordability without sacrificing quality.

A Solid Alternative to the Xbox Elite

I’ve only had the ManbaOne for about a week, but I’m already impressed. I was about to grab another Xbox Elite controller before I stumbled on this. Honestly, I’m glad I didn’t. This thing has way more functionality for about half the price (maybe less). The built-in menu system is super easy to navigate, the RGB lights look slick (not over-the-top like some), and it feels solid in the hands.

The build quality is great, and I love that it doesn’t have those rubber grips like the Elite. Those always peeled off after a while and drove me nuts. That’s not an issue here. I’m mainly using this for Xbox Cloud Gaming on my Samsung TV and Gforce Now, and it’s working great overall. There is one small hiccup I’ve seen twice (that didn't occur with the Elite) where the “X” button acts like it’s double mapped when I start a new session on Gforce Now. I’m not sure if it’s the controller or just something funky with the app, but resetting the keymap to default fixes it in a second. It hasn’t been a major issue.

My only real complaint is the buttons. They’re not bad, but they don’t feel super crisp or clicky like the Elite’s. I’d call them kind of tacky, not in a cheap way, just different. Also, unless I’m missing something, I wish I could map the back buttons to actual PC keys (like M1 to the number 1 key). That would be a nice option.

I saw a few people mention that the lights stay on while charging in the dock. I don’t use the dock, just the USB-C port, and I haven’t noticed that at all. No light issues or anything annoying like that.

Overall, this controller goes above and beyond for the price. It feels like something that should be getting a lot more attention. If you want close-to-Elite features without the Elite price, this thing is definitely worth trying.

Quality control issues but I still like it

I've had this controller for 6 months now and I've enjoyed my time with it. It can connect to my pc via wire, bluetooth, or usb dongle. I'm sure you've read up about its marquee feature which is that screen so I won't bore you with details but I personally find it really useful. I have other "pro-ish" controllers and using the features and customizing buttons is kind of confusing to me with those other controllers but the the screen on this controller makes it easy to tweak.

My main issue with this controller though as you can tell from the title is quality control. As you can see from the picture attached, one of the analog sticks is not straight this is the way it has always been since I received the controller. The left and right triggers feel different from one another as well. One goes deeper than the other one when you press and feels different and even makes a different sound. I do like the dpad and the way the xyab buttons feel when you press them.

The controller itself is kind of bulky and not comfortable to hold for long gaming sessions. I find my Gullikit KK3 max much more comfortable to the hand than this.

Despite the negatives, I still find myself using this controller. Nothing here affects actual game play, even the analog stick not being straight doesn't bother me because I don't notice it when I'm playing. It seems like the company behind this controller had great ideas and great intentions but ultimately this model just lacks fineness. I would definitely consider checking out any future models they may have, especially for this kind of price.

Dead Dock after 4 months

This was very dissapointing, the base just gave out like out of the blue. At first I thought it was the cable and plugged the cable into the controller and it charges the controller through the connection but the base shows no lights, no power nothing. At the price you pay for this its very sad to see that one of its promising features just dies out and it hasn't even been a year only 4 months. Don't get me wrong the controller. Awesome it works and handles and plays really well but the key part was the wireless charging dock. This was supposed to make it easy to charge the controller without fiddling with wires and after only a few months it just dies. Very dissapointing. Would not recommend for the price if the base just dies after 4 months.

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Great controller

Great controller really good response Im glad I got this for my PC

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A Flawed Masterpiece

Has everything you would want with some negligible hiccups.

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Steven

March 21, 2025

Best Controller for the Price!

This controller is brilliant. It works on PC, Switch, Android, and iOS.

Switch Mode and the mobile modes support Bluetooth connectivity, but the other modes require the USB dongle.

You can still use the controller on PC via Bluetooth if you enable Switch Mode's Bluetooth option, but in order for the controller to function you'll need to rely on using Steam's Input via Big Picture Mode. So if you have a non-Steam game, just add it to the Steam library by "Adding a Non-Steam Game."

I've used both, the USB Dongle method and the Switch Bluetooth method on PC, and I will say the Switch Bluetooth mode connection is slightly better than the USB Dongle. There is less interference and connection lag using Bluetooth, but the dongle is fine too! It's just my personal experience.

The UI on the screen is really intuitive and easy. You can change the colors on the side of the controller to a select few, or use an RGB rainbow mode. You can also choose between Static or Breathing for the colors.

The faceplate is removable, but there is nowhere to buy alternative faceplates. As far as I can tell, nobody sells alternative or custom faceplates. I will say it certainly makes it easy to clean the controller though if you need to.

The thumbsticks use the magnetic anti-drift mechanism that makes them easily replaced. You just pull on them, pop them out, stuff another one in. I haven't tried it with third party sticks, but this one comes with two sets: standard height sticks and higher sticks. They're pretty comfortable too.

The directional pad is smooth and responsive and really feels like quality, and the ABXY buttons are mechanical like a keyboard and have a click to them. It was weird for the first hour but I easily got used to it and they are definitely superior to controllers without that mechanical click.

The trigger buttons have an option to make presses shorter or longer using a switch in the back. So you don't have to press the triggers all the way down if you don't want to.

The controller is super light and weighs almost nothing but it still feels like it was made with some serious quality. There was definitely love put in this controller and now I don't have to worry about hand fatigue holding my old XB1 controller that felt like holding a brick.

The softer plastic faceplate can make my grip a little slippery so I bought some stick-on grips for the controller as well as some thumbstick covers. It helps reduce sweating and sliding.

Vibration is incredibly powerful. No joke. But you can adjust the power in the screen.

The charger is incredibly convenient. I can just pop in the controller in the charging dock and pick it up where I last left off without turning it on or off and continue gaming right away. No hassle. No messing with anything. Just pick it up. You don't even have to turn it off. Leave it on and place it on the dock and it goes to sleep while charging.

So the longest I've used this controller in one session was 5 hours. The battery life? Absolutely incredible! I was still at around 80% after 5 hours! How is that even possible? Seems insane!

To enter the UI in the screen all you need to do is hold the HOME button for 5 seconds.

This is by far the greatest controller I've ever owned and is full of great features. It's a steal for the price. I encourage everyone to also add the grips for the thumbsticks and shell because it absolutely enhances the experience.

Stick drift

4 month in to owning this controller. I already have stick stick on the right joy stick. Control itself is great, love the size and feel. Wish it had a better warranty.

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Matt Thomas

February 14, 2025

Nearly the perfect controller

For the price, this controller is hard not to recommend. I use it on PC, Switch, and with my Quest 3 for Xbox Game Pass. The battery lasts for hours, and placing it on the charging stand when I’m done ensures I never have to deal with a dead controller.

The only downside is that on PC, it requires a USB connection, and the M2 & M4 back buttons feel slightly sticky. It has the feel of an Xbox controller but is entirely plastic—I’d love to see some other materials used. That said, despite being a budget-friendly option, it has a good weight and doesn’t feel like a cheap, flimsy controller.

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Vee

January 24, 2025

Best controller yet!

Feels so good in the hands. ** does NOT work with XBOX fyi* seamless button controls, vibration is smooth. The white looks so good. Connection was litteraly plug and play.

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Excelente producto

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Input lag and ghost inputs

It has input lag so bad that it’s basically unusable. And the ghost inputs are super random, I was playing mafia 3 and while in the middle of a fire fight I looked left it just continued to spin for 3 seconds straight.

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Jeremy

August 11, 2024

Works great in game but needs refined on a few area's

Love the controller's precise joy sticks in driving game mainly so far ATS American Truck Simulator. I do not have room for a simulator station like I would love to have so the game console style controllers are next best thing. I had A 20 dollar wireless controller that works pretty good other games but for ATS the precision was not there in the joy sticks and was not consistent for on turn to the next so I started looking for an upgrade and seen this Mamba One and thought from reviews I would try it. things I have found so far negative about it

1-the transition between cover and controller are not clean rolled and can be a bit uncomfortable in

hands after a while they need to refine that either though the cover replacement or over a design c

change

2-the macro button are a bit to easy to easy to hit since they are right in the area you park your fingers

which can be a issue when the are programmed i have clicked them several time in ats and not meant

to just because they right under your finger

3-For some reason controller does not work in ATS (American Truck Simulator) menu or anywhere else

other than in game including photo mode I have to use my mouse to navigate till i get in game. this

also seems to hold true for FS 22 Farming Simulator 2022. I have not tried 17 or 19 yet will update

once I know UPDATE it does work but is a pita to get setup in ats the accel and brake mostly but once set it work good

Overall I like it but as stated it needs refinement in next release and not sure what other console button colors are but would be nice to see colored buttons to add color to controller me being X X-box would like to see the xbox color combo maybe even do changeable buttons for other platforms that would be cool

Oh And a clear cover option for the black controller clear works great for doing Custom colors to cover you paint the underside so the paint's not being worn down using it and yeah mine is custom sorry they do not have that color as replacement LOL

Update the controller does eventulaly work in ATS menu but is a PITA to setup the left, Right trigger axis gets crossed up in trying to set it up like I said ita PITA but works good one set

NOTE I have gotten only enough play time to warrant 3 charges and now after deside to shorten my trigger throw to try the lock it would prevent mine from even firing and now once I tried to unlock it the switch has pushed back into the case and is causing the left trigger to stick after being killed several time due to a no fire or go to fire and trigger stuck in down position I have stopped using it my 20 dollar controller seems to be a better controller. I will not buy another one of these

Jerry Bolivar

June 7, 2024

This controller works with pc, switch and phone

This controller is ideal for someone who has multiple consoles, such as my self, it allows me to keep controller at my desk and not having to alternate with many, just wished it worked with Xbox too. Great controller overall.

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Worth it! Just wow!

I have personally been in the market for a conroller for some time now. Over the last few years ive been trying multiple different controllers ranging from $20+. This controller had exactly what I was looking for and then some! Im shocked for the price this quality is amazing. Easily a controller worth more than $100.

First of all the look is quite incredible and photos wont do it justice. In person its beautiful and Ive actually received random compliments from others coming into my room and seeing it there on its stand.

Second the stand does its job and the controller slide and holds easily on and off while also showing a battery charging symbol on its screen so you can visually see it.

Third the screen. Alot of people dont realize the value this screen provides. Easily providing all the options you need without having to use any kinda of software or code. Ive been through controllers where i have to hold certain buttons to key the macro back buttons and its just a bit of a headache and I usually forget. This screen makes it so I can adjust anything I need to such as joystick responsiveness / button mapping AND even multiple RGB colors for icing on the cake. It even has 4 profiles so you can having different customizations for different games without needing to change everytime

Fourth speaking of sticks and macros the 2 buttons on the back are a plus along with the triggers being able to have short triggers but the most beautiful part that caught me off guard was the long sticks they send with the controller NO EXTRA COST. These joysticks you can just pull off or pop right on in less than 5 seconds. The longer sticks allow you to have more precise movement making all your deadzones better. Personally im running a long left stick and a short right stick. This with the trigger stopper option and RGB you just feel like your holding your own custom controller catered to your personal playstyle

Fifth its BOTH wired/bluetooth. THE bluetooth without even needing to turn on your pc bluetooth. You can simply plug and play with the receiver provided. Ive had such a smooth experience not having to tab out and turn my bluetooth on litterally just plug in the little piece and im ready to go. Also even if you ran the battery dead which btw lasts really long then you could just use the optional wire thats also provided too.

Finally theres an on/off button right on the back so you can just push that anytime to really push your battery life to its limits inbetween games. I bought it 2 days ago and ive probably already put 10+ hours on it and still havent charged it. It came charged too! It even will shut itself off if you go idle for a long time to save itself.

Honestly i cant believe this package / deal. Even received a message from them after purchasing it. I wish I had come across this sooner! Literally one of the best piece of gaming equipment ive ever owned. I find myself excited to play any game just getting that excitement to take it off its stand and watch it bootup.

They say a perfect rating doesnt exist but my gosh im giving this a 9.99/10. If you took the time to read my review id say dont even hesitate or let anyone fool you. This controller is godlike!!