Customer Ratings & Reviews

The controller has a black sleek design and has a great quality. It is easy to hold and easy to install. I travel quite often so this controller is very convenient to travel with easy to store and pull from your bag and just plug it your phone where ever you go. No need to carry any extra cables or anything just the controller itself is enough. It connects directly to the lightning port so setup is very easy and the controller is very user friendly. Because it connected through the lightning port, it doesn't need battery which makes it even better. I tested it over an hour with heavy gaming and the results were very satisfying. After holding it almost an hour my hands were still comfortable. I didn't feel any discomfort. All the buttons are easy to reach and clicks are very sensitive and responsive. And if you are a Xbox player you won't be having difficulties with the align of the buttons. Overall, after using a week I'm very satisficed with the controller. My mobile gaming just got an upgrade and I'm loving it. I highly recommend it to game lovers.

Okay. So, I think I would like this more if I had a phone with a larger screen. Thats not the Backbone’s fault so let me focus on the BB. Tgis does its job well. Ill start with button feel. I am an XBox gamer mostly. I love the style of the Xbox controller with the offset sticks. What I DONT like about the XBox controller is the clicky buttons and clicky DPad. And this is where the Duel Sense PS5 controller comes in, the buttons here on the BB feel more like the PS, quiet. ABXY has a slight click but they are quiet clicks. The DPad is a soft quiet press just like the PS5’s. I like that softer press. And the shoulder buttons are like the PS’s Duel Sense too. So the BB gets a win for buttons feeling like Playstation and a win for the sticks being offset like the XBox controller. Because of the compactness of the BB, the buttons to the sticks are right above and below one another; much like the Switch joycon. So admittedly, you hands may cramp a bit after extended play. And the sticks are also about the size of the joycon sticks, small. But its suppose to be compact so I get it. I used streaming Gamepass with this and I must say, after about 4 hours trying the BB out, I had ZERO latency and the gameplay was surprisingly smooth, no frame drops or nothing. I do have good internet so that is a factor. So I like this thing, I really do. If you got to game on the go, this is probably the best compact option. I looked into the Razer Kishi and I think the BB has the edge. I got this for today, BlackFriday at a discount; its normally 100 bucks but I got it for $70. I think 70 is a fair price. I think 100 is just too mich and I would have been upset if I spent $100. So guys this is a go if you get a sale, but unless you just absolutely have to play games on your phone, dknt pay the $100. For what this does at $70. I can give it a B+. The cramped hands lowers that score for me.

The fact this product is $100 is a bit ridiculous. On the one hand, it offers a good handheld experience, but with that said the other hand comes into play. Quality: You are mostly paying for the experience, not the product. Real Xbox controllers which offer rechargeable batteries, Bluetooth, and way better buttons are half the price and astronomically better quality. The backbone feels delicate and bumpers lose some clickiness over time. Experience: The backbone app should be included for life, the fact you can't access the app indefinitely with the hardware is pretty dumb. And remote play requires a very strong wifi connection to be at all enjoyable. Not to mention native iPhone apps that utilize remotes are pretty underwhelming. Overall I ended up ever hardly using it as much as I thought I would and would really implore you to think hard about how much you'd use it and the other factors that play into how YOU might utilize its features. At the end of the day, it just wasn't for me.

The Backbone gaming device is a game-changer for mobile gamers. With its sleek design, easy setup, and compatibility with Xbox and PlayStation controllers, it seamlessly transforms your iPhone into a portable gaming console. Whether you're on a bus or relaxing at home, the Backbone brings console-quality gaming at your fingertips. Its portability and user-friendly app make it a must-have accessory for passionate gamers looking to take their gaming adventures on the go. Unleash portable gaming excellence with the Backbone gaming device! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5)

If you like gaming and you’re playing call of duty mobile or any other type of games on your phone like I’ve been, using it for call of duty mobile and I’ve been using it for a grand theft auto, cause I have the grand theft auto three pack I highly recommend it….

Was going to buy a separate gaming unit, and for about a $100 I can use my phone to game with this well built controller. And it comes with free game trials.

It fits my ohi e perfectly and the setup process was easy to follow. Its great for riad trips and long flights. Awesome little piece of gear that doesnt break the bank. Grab one while the price lasts.

I love this item as I can game anywhere. I wish the analog stick were a little more smooth but other than that, it is perfect and comfortable.

This item allows you to play your games remotely. I got the Xbox controller but that doesn’t limit you to only Xbox streaming. You can stream PlayStation and steam too.

Good quality. Would recommend if you plan to play microsoft/xbox titles on your phone. It also allows you to play steam games on your phone as long as your PC is running steam in the background.

Got it in Great condition, i love how i can play xbox games, PlayStation , pc games and apple arcade games

Total mobile game changer! You can play Xbox game pass or stream your steam games on your phone. A must have for any gamer!

This device truly took mobile gaming to a completely new level realistically and affordably. The quality of the product was top-notch, it was extremely ergonomic, for my hands at least. The Backbone app was also an extremely nice luxury, given it centralized all games and game-streaming services in a single place alongside device control. This is an amazing gift for tweens/teenagers or really any age, my son loved it!

Love it, makes gaming portable, controls are easy and the display is incredibly good.. great for on the go gaming and a lot of gaming options

It’s the best thing since slice bread easy to use and very comfortable

This is a solid controller for your iPhone. I was able to remote play from my PS5 and Xbox with little input delay. Note: The case does not come with the controller

I travel a lot and this is the best travel companion for me. It is well-made, and sturdy - backbone is a great choice for a name. No matter what size your phone is, the sliding "backbone" supports it well, and it's ergonomic, I really like the design and how it fits in my hand. It supports all gaming platforms, even if you don't own the console. It is intuitive and easy to use, integrates seamlessly with my iPhone, and there is no lag whatsoever gameplay! It's worth every penny.

Excellent for those who enjoy mobile games on the go. Now you can play xbox titles on your mobile device.

I use it for cod mobile I really have noticing bad to say you will be the best for sure

Awesome product. Easy set up. Takes gaming to another level of enjoyment. Highly recommended.