Reddit mentions of iPEGA PG-9017S Wireless Bluetooth Game Controller, Black - Android

There are really 2 classes of mobile controllers. You have the "pocketable" ones and you have the "full-sized" controllers.

Are you looking for something you can put in your pocket? Or is this going into a backpack or someplace where you'll have more room?

for the "pocketable" controllers, there aren't a ton of options. A few of the more popular ones:

• MOGA Pocket MOGA's first foray into controllers. No D-pad. Kind of cramped. Only 1 set of shoulder buttons. But it's only $18 right now (in the US at least).
  
• MOGA Hero Power Update version of the Pocket. Slightly larger and more comfortable. Has a d-pad. But still only 1 set of shoulder buttons.(fixed) Quite a bit more expensive at $45 USD.
  
• Ipega bluetooth controller d-pad, dual-analog sticks, 1 set of shoulder buttons. There are similar ones made by Nyko and some other companies. I think they're just re-brands of the same generic controller though. $22 USD
  
  I haven't used those, but from what I've read they work pretty well for shorter gaming sessions. An hour or more and your hand is going to feel pretty cramped though.
  
  for the full-sized controllers there are more options.
  
  
• PS3 controller with a gameKlip. I haven't used this myself but people are constantly praising it. Personally, I can't stand the analog stick placement on PS controllers, but if you like it then this is a good solution. However, you said that you're using a tablet, so the gameklip probably won't help you.
  
• XBOX 360 controller with an OTG cable. I use this one all the time. It works really well. Very comfortable, plenty of buttons. Although the d-pad sucks. Another downside is wires. You need the OTG cable to connect to either a wired XBOX controller, or to the xbox wireless receiver
  
• MOGA Pro / Pro Power I have the MOGA Pro, and I use it pretty frequently. I typically use the xbox controller at home, and the MOGA while on the road. It's about 3/4 the size of an xbox controller and therefore not quite as comfortable. It does work very well though. Haven't tried the Pro Power, but it's the newer version. Since they're the same price I'd pick the Pro Power over the older Pro.
  
• NYKO playpad I think this is really very similar to the IPEGA one in terms of build quality. However it has triggers as well as shoulder buttons, a d-pad, and extended grips. Plus it's cheap. Only $20 USD.
  
  One of the main benefits with the MOGA line of controllers is that they have the phone-holder clip built right in. But if you're using this for a tablet, then that doesn't really help you. Therefore I think I'd recommend that you get either an XBOX 360 controller or a PS3 controller. You simply can't beat the quality of those two. MOGA's coming close, but it's not there yet.
  
  
  |Controller Model|Full-Sized|D-Pad|Shoulder Triggers|Wireless|Phone-Holder|Price (USD)|
  |:--|:--|:--|:--|:--|:--|:--|
  |MOGA Pocket| | | | X | X | 18|
  |MOGA Hero Power | | X | X | X | X | 45|
  |MOGA Pro Power| X | X | X | X | X | 50|
  | Ipega bluetooth controller| | X | | X | X | 20|
  |NYKO Playpad | | X | | X | X | 15 |
  |NYKO Playpad Pro| X | X | X | X| | 20|
  | DualShock 3* | X | X | X | X | w/ gameKlip| 40|
  | Wired XBOX 360 Controller | X | X | X | | | 35|
  
  * Dualshock 3 controller (PS3 Controller) requires the Sixaxis app($2.50) and Root (if you want to use bluetooth instead of the OTG)
  \ Xbox 360 Controller requires USB OTG cable (~ $5 shipped)
  

It's an older iPega, it's ok.. To be honest if I really want to play on my phone, I have a OTG USB adapter thing that I can plug a usb controller into and play, that works better. This one is just small and easier to bring. Ive heard a lot of good things about the Moga Pro controller. Here's a link to the one in the picture - http://www.amazon.com/PG-9017S-Wireless-Bluetooth-Controller-Android/dp/B00BT71S4K/ref=sr_1_11?ie=UTF8&qid=1449289291&sr=8-11&keywords=ipega

http://www.amazon.com/PG-9017S-Wireless-Bluetooth-Controller-Android/dp/B00BT71S4K This may interest you both.

The cheapest I found online for that one was $57.99 on Amazon, is that the right price? Because depending where you are there are much cheaper controllers.

I can't speak for the Myon personally. I'm a fan of the iPega controllers, but even the Moga series is cheaper than that Speedlink.

That controller looks a lot like the PG-9017s, which is much cheaper (but I can't tell if it has L2 and R2 buttons).

I've previously reviewed the iPega PG-9025 and the PG-9023 controllers (with photos in the reivews), which are around $25 and $30 respectively.

What? Controllers for phones and tablets? No way. That would be impossible.

I have a Moga Hero. It has a shape similar to the S-controller, but much smaller, so it doesn't take up a ton of space.

There's also this, which looks even smaller.

The Ipega Bluetooth Controller is a cheaper option direct from Amazon.

OP: Try using one of the following to help hold things together.

ipega - I use this one

Gameclip - This will attach your controller to your case.

Gametel Controller - Higher quality version of the iPega controller but no analog sticks.

What I'd ultimately like to see Sony do is make their next handheld something like this with an app that connects the device to the screen. The device itself could store the hardware that plays the games but all you're basically bringing along is a controller versus another device with a screen.

Add a wireless Bluetooth remote and you're in business!

I had this one, and it worked great for a time, but it failed after about a year of only occasional use (it turns on but is no longer visible over Bluetooth). There are many similar controllers that have a built-in mount for the phone.

This is the one for the Game Boy and SNES enthusiast. So many hours of Super Mario Kart on the train.

https://www.amazon.com/PG-9017S-Wireless-Bluetooth-Controller-Android/dp/B00BT71S4K/ref=pd_bxgy_147_img_2?ie=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=BB91EEGTS89A44CCS2R6

Firstly, I recommend having a look at ipega's lineup of bluetooth controllers. (ipega.hk)
They have vastly different styles of controllers, with different shapes, sizes, layouts and holding mechanisms. None of them are very expensive. If you've decided on a controller type you can still look up reviews and if there are alternatives.

I recently got the ipega PG-9017S (amazon.com link) which is among the most compact bluetooth controllers for android which also holds the phone. I find it great for gaming on the go. Overall it's not amazing but very ok, with a d-pad that's a bit hard to press, mostly making diagonals a bit uncomfortable at first. Also the analog "nubs" don't compare to a stick, at all, which shouldn't be a major issue if emulation of N64 and newer consoles is not important to you. If portability for a cheap price is a priority for you, I can recommend it. I like it.

Things like this are a thing Every bit as compact as something like a vita or 3DS

This one seems pretty good and cheap, it also has L and R buttons and its pocket sized.

Ipega Bluetooth Controller Android Wireless Game Controller Gamepad Joystick for iPhone/iPod/iPad/Android Phone/Tablet PC by IPEGA
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00BT71S4K/ref=cm_sw_r_udp_awd_GtqUtb0QD3EN2

But really I cant guarantee any controller I think you get what you pay for it. And most others are pretty pricey.