[Package Overview] Bought a 8BitDo Pro 2 gamepad (Bluetooth Gamepad for Nintendo Switch, PC, macOS, Android, Steam Deck & Raspberry Pi)

After reviewing several reviews of universal gamepads, I decided to try 8BitDo. My requirements were initially approximately as follows:

1. Wireless2. Universal (support for macOS, Android) But comparing the Logitech F710 and 8BitDo Pro 2, I realized that a removable battery and USB-C port are a must-have. On the 8BitDo website on the 'Where to buy' page, there is a link to the official store on AliExpress. Buying on Ali seemed like a simpler option. There are also other options - Amazon, Walmart, BestBuy. Of course, I checked the availability of the gamepad in Ukraine. But the price for new ones was higher than the price + (case) + shipping from Ali. I saw a few used options on OLX, but the price was the same as the price (+ case) + shipping from Ali. I seemed to have time to wait for the delivery of the order. After 3 weeks, the 8BitDo Pro 2 arrived at the UkrPost branch.

White bubble envelope.

Regular box without branding.

8BitDo box in bubble wrap.

The 8BitDo box is a bit 'bulgy'. My order included an additional case. So the sender took out the plastic holder for the gamepad and inserted the case with the gamepad inside the box. Thus, the box became a bit bulgy.

The black case looks quite nice. The clasp, logo, mesh pocket inside.

In the pocket - USB-C cable (with branding).In the case - 8BitDo Pro 2 gamepad (battery inserted), instruction, and bonuses (pin and silicone covers for analog sticks).

8BitDo USB-C cable with logo (pixel heart):

8BitDo pin:

8BitDo silicone covers for analog sticks:

Photo of the gamepad (I have the G Classic color; in the store, there were also options for Gray Edition and Black):

There was a protective film on the A, B, Y, X buttons.

The removable battery looks like this:

Nice branding. Good quality of all elements. I liked this joystick externally. Regarding functionality - I tested it on macOS (MacBook Air M1) and on Android TV (Xiaomi 1PE). The gamepad has an operating system switch. So when switching from the TV to the laptop and vice versa, you need to switch the mode to the desired one. Connecting via Bluetooth is quite simple. I don't know why, but on macOS, the 8BitDo Pro 2 gamepad appears in the Bluetooth device search as 'DUALSHOCK 4 Wireless Controller'.

On the TV (Xiaomi 1PE), the device has a regular name - '8BitDo Pro 2'. Playing is quite pleasant. There were no problems in a week. After a while, the gamepad goes to sleep; to wake it up, just press 'Start'. The reconnection is instant.