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Xbox Nano Controller vs Nintendo Switch Pro Controller

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Xbox Nano Controller

Xbox Nano Controller

  • About 99 g.
  • Bluetooth connection.
  • Internal rechargeable battery.
  • USB-C.
  • Remapping and profiles: customizable button mapping.
KSh 6,900Out of Stock
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Nintendo Switch Pro Controller

Nintendo Switch Pro Controller

  • About 246 g.
  • Bluetooth 3.0 connection.
  • 1,300 mAh battery.
  • USB Type-C.
  • Motion sensing: accelerometer and gyroscope.
KSh 11,000In Stock
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Our quick verdict

The Xbox Nano Controller gives you Xbox console compatibility and is lighter (about 99.2 g), while the Nintendo Switch Pro Controller gives you Nintendo Switch compatibility.

Weight

Xbox Nano Controller
About 99 g
Nintendo Switch Pro Controller
About 246 g

Connections

Xbox Nano Controller
Xbox Wireless for Xbox consoles
Nintendo Switch Pro Controller
Bluetooth 3.0

Battery capacity

Xbox Nano Controller
Internal rechargeable battery
Nintendo Switch Pro Controller
1,300 mAh battery

Charging

Xbox Nano Controller
USB-C
Nintendo Switch Pro Controller
USB Type-C

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Xbox Nano Controller

  • Xbox platform: Xbox console compatibility.
  • Lighter: about 99.2 g (vs about 246 g).
  • Supported platforms: Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, Xbox One.
  • Connection methods: Xbox Wireless for Xbox consoles.

Nintendo Switch Pro Controller

  • Nintendo platform: Nintendo Switch compatibility.
  • Supported platforms: Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch OLED Model.
  • Connection methods: Bluetooth 3.0.

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PriorityXbox Nano ControllerNintendo Switch Pro Controller
WeightAbout 99.2 gAbout 246 g
ConnectionsXbox Wireless for Xbox consolesBluetooth 3.0
Battery capacityInternal rechargeable battery1,300 mAh battery
Battery lifeInternal rechargeable batteryUp to 40 hours per charge
ChargingUSB-CUSB Type-C

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationXbox Nano ControllerNintendo Switch Pro Controller
BrandXboxNintendo
ModelXbox Nano ControllerNintendo Switch Pro Controller
Product typeCompact wireless game controllerWireless game controller
Manufacturer Release Date4 November 2026 (US)—

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationXbox Nano ControllerNintendo Switch Pro Controller
DimensionsA little over 5 inches in length (Xbox launch announcement)106 x 152 x 60mm
Weight3.5 oz (approximately 99 g)Approximately 246g

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationXbox Nano ControllerNintendo Switch Pro Controller
Battery and runtimeInternal rechargeable battery1300mAh internal lithium-ion battery; approximately 40 hours, depending on use
ChargingUSB-C; charging cable sold separatelyUSB Type-C; approximately 6 hours with the specified Nintendo adapter or USB charging cable

Controls

Controls specifications comparison
SpecificationXbox Nano ControllerNintendo Switch Pro Controller
Buttons and control layout18 standard gameplay inputs; familiar Xbox controller layout; programmable Action ButtonTwo analogue sticks, directional pad, A/B/X/Y and shoulder controls, HOME and Capture buttons
Remapping and profilesCustomizable button mapping; Action Button can be assigned to screenshots, gameplay capture and shortcuts—
Motion sensing—Accelerometer and gyroscope
Haptic feedback and force feedback—HD rumble

Compatibility & Connection

Compatibility & Connection specifications comparison
SpecificationXbox Nano ControllerNintendo Switch Pro Controller
Supported platformsXbox Series X, Xbox Series S, Xbox One, Windows 10/11, Android, iOS; compatible tablets and smart TVs via BluetoothNintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch OLED Model
Connection methodsXbox Wireless for Xbox consoles; Bluetooth for compatible devicesBluetooth 3.0; USB Type-C charging connection
Ports and headset supportUSB-C charging port—
Configuration softwareXbox Accessories app on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One and Windows 10/11; Windows configuration requires a compatible USB-C cable—
Accessory support—NFC amiibo support; amiibo sold separately

Design & Package

Design & Package specifications comparison
SpecificationXbox Nano ControllerNintendo Switch Pro Controller
In the boxXbox Nano wireless controller; USB-C cable sold separately—

Similarities

  • Both charge over USB-C.
  • Both connect over Bluetooth.

In summary

Get the Xbox Nano Controller if you want Xbox console compatibility and a lighter build, or the Nintendo Switch Pro Controller if you would rather have Nintendo Switch compatibility.

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