Save big on these Cyber Monday controller deals to game on your iPhone, iPad, and more

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Apple’s lineup of iPhones, iPads, Macs, and more have the ability to benefit a bunch of users — from working on projects and keeping in touch with friends, to helping them achieve everyday tasks, such as the accessibility features that are readily available. When it comes to gaming, and you’re looking to stream something to your device such as Xbox Game Pass, or taking advantage of the best Apple Arcade games out there, you’ll need a new controller to get the most out of it. With Cyber Monday live, now is the perfect time to look into this.

Where to find the best Cyber Monday controller deals

The type of controller that’s right for you depends on how you plan on using it. If you want to extend your iPhone 15 Pro Max into a gaming console, for instance, you may want a controller grip. If you plan on playing with Apple TV, a Bluetooth controller would be the best option.

Backbone One |$99.99$69.99 at Amazon

Backbone One | $99.99 $69.99 at Amazon

The Backbone One, as far as I’m concerned, is the absolute best iPhone controller grip you can buy. Basing its design on the PS5 Remote, it looks clean, feels nice, and it’s durable enough to take on the go. If you have a recent iPhone, this will likely be a bit better value than the PlayStation Portal and a little more convenient too. 

Price Check: $99.99 at Best Buy | $69.99 at Target

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Xbox Controller |$69.99$39.99 at Best Buy

Xbox Controller | $69.99 $39.99 at Best Buy

The Xbox controller is one of the very best ever made. Featuring a tactile D-Pad, a fantastic aesthetic, and a great feel in the hands, it’s ideal to pair with an Apple TV, iPad, iPhone, or Mac.

Price Check: $44.99 at Amazon | $44.99 at Target

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8BitDo Ultimate | $69.99$59.49 at Amazon

8BitDo Ultimate | $69.99 $59.49 at Amazon

My colleague, Daryl, swears by 8BitDo, claiming he would pick them over a PS5 or Xbox controller any day. The 8BitDo Ultimate stands out from the others here, thanks to its charging dock, anti-drift sticks, and custom profiles you can switch between on the fly. Thanks to the 8BitDo Ultimate app, it’s compatible with all Apple products running iOS 11, iPadOS 11, and macOS 11 or later.

Price Check: $69.99 at Best Buy | N/A at Target

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Amazon Luna | $69.99 $39.99 at Amazon

Amazon Luna | $69.99 $39.99 at Amazon

The Amazon Luna controller took me by surprise when I first tried it, thanks to its sturdy feel, satisfying buttons, and excellent connectivity. Though the Luna service itself is a pretty decent streaming subscription, you can use this controller as a normal Bluetooth controller without it. It also has built-in Alexa functionality, meaning you can play games and listen to music with just your voice. 

Price Check: N/A at Best Buy | N/A at Target

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James Bentley
James Bentley

James is a staff writer and general Jack of all trades at iMore. With news, features, reviews, and guides under his belt, he has always liked Apple for its unique branding and distinctive style. Originally buying a Macbook for music and video production, he has since gone on to join the Apple ecosystem with as many devices as he can fit on his person. 

With a degree in Law and Media and being a little too young to move onto the next step of his law career, James started writing from his bedroom about games, movies, tech, and anything else he could think of. Within months, this turned into a fully-fledged career as a freelance journalist. Before joining iMore, he was a staff writer at Gfinity and saw himself published at sites like TechRadar, NME, and Eurogamer. 

As his extensive portfolio implies, James was predominantly a games journalist before joining iMore and brings with him a unique perspective on Apple itself. When not working, he is trying to catch up with the movies and albums of the year, as well as finally finishing the Yakuza series. If you like Midwest emo music or pretentious indie games that will make you cry, he’ll talk your ear off.