As useful as the standard issue joycons that came with your Nintendo Switch can be, some players may be looking for something a little more familiar that the BINBOK PLAY Wireless Evo Game Controller brings to the table. Created and sold by BINBOK, the light-up controller brings the lightness of most Switch controllers while pairing it with the familiar Xbox style layout many players know and recognize.
While there are several options on the market for controllers that follow this format, the BINBOK PLAY Wireless Evo Game Controller for Nintendo Switch brings a handful of extra features to the table that could make a huge impact on your proficiency in several key games. In this Outsider Gaming product review, we’ll break down the key features and functions of the BINBOK PLAY Wireless Evo Game Controller to help you decide if it’s time to upgrade.
For this review, BINBOK was kind enough to supply us with one BINBOK PLAY Wireless Evo Game Controller.
In this product review you will learn:
- All the key features of the BINBOK PLAY Wireless Evo Game Controller
- How the BINBOK PLAY Wireless Evo Controller is designed and performs on Nintendo Switch
- The pros and cons of the design and our official product rating
- Where and how to purchase the BINBOK PLAY Wireless Evo Game Controller
BINBOK PLAY Wireless Evo Game Controller Features
Designed for the Nintendo Switch and Switch OLED, the BINBOK PLAY Wireless Evo Game Controller is bursting with must-have features that could make a huge difference in your gameplay experience and even level things up significantly. In addition to the unique surface coating improving your overall grip on the controller, several features like the professional ALPS joystick, No Dead Zone Mode on that joystick, and the zero-delay triggers will allow unparalleled precision.
Most controllers tend to use a handful of accepted styles as a guide, and the BINBOK PLAY Wireless Evo Game Controller is definitely taking cues from the standard Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S controller designs. However, it comes with a big improvement in that the BINBOK PLAY is significantly lighter than a standard Xbox controller. That lightweight form combines with a flurry of extra features that allow you to customize the BINBOK PLAY Wireless Evo Game Controller to fit your experience and work for you.
Here are the top key features for the BINBOK PLAY Wireless Evo Game Controller:
- Wireless: The wireless controller is easy to use once connected and does so quickly when waking up a Nintendo Switch console in Sleep Mode.
- 6-Axis Gyro: You’ll have access to a more immersive and accurate somatosensory gaming experience thanks to the built-in gyroscope.
- ALPS Joystick & No Dead Zone Mode: This controller design uses the imported ALPS joystick to quickly respond to subtle movements, and it pairs beautifully with the No Dead Zone Mode for pinpoint accuracy when needed.
- Comfort D-Pad & Precise Triggers: Adding to the quality design are the extra comfortable and easy to use D-Pad as well as the zero-delay triggers to improve precision.
- Adjustable Vibration & Unique Surface Coating: You can boost your grip on the controller thanks to the unique cracked surface coating design, and you can also adjust the vibration levels to whatever is most comfortable.
- Turbo & Programmable Back Buttons: Like many controllers you’ll have an adjustable turbo feature, but the programmable back buttons level things up by allow you to program multi-button combos into a single back button press.
- Indicator Lights & RGB Ambient Light: Several indicator lights on the controller help while activating functions or signifying low battery, and the adjustable RGB ambient lighting built into the controller can be customized to fit your preferences.
You can easily charge your BINBOK PLAY Wireless Evo Game Controller by connecting it directly to the Nintendo Switch dock or an outlet via the supplied USB-C charging cable.
Shipping and Delivery
For this product review, the BINBOK PLAY Wireless Evo Game Controller was sent to the United States from China. Shipping info was passed along to BINBOK on June 10th, and tracking was done through YunTrack. The package was delivered without delay or issue on June 26th, just over two weeks after we’d sent the info to BINBOK.
The packaging was streamlined and simple with a small cardboard package and just enough padding to protect the controller within. The tracking number provided by BINBOK was easy to check with the YunTrack website via mobile or a desktop browser.
Controller Design
As mentioned above, the design influence for the BINBOK PLAY Wireless Evo Game Controller was definitely the modern Xbox controller style. However, they’ve enhanced it in several ways both visually and in the function of the design.
The unique surface coating serves a dual purpose by providing additional grip and also allowing the aesthetic boost of accentuating the built-in RGB ambient light. The programmable back buttons are easy to reach, and light texturing on the backside of the controller also adds to the grip you’ll have while playing.
The BINBOK PLAY Wireless Evo Game Controller also has a comfort D-Pad design, and the buttons all across the design are easy to use and responsive. The joysticks have a very tiny deadzone built-in near the center, but you can deactivate this for additional precision with No Dead Zone Mode.
Performance
Regardless of which type of game you’ll be diving into, the BINBOK PLAY Wireless Evo Game Controller brings all the precision and performance you’ll need to excel. For players seeking additional control in first-person shooter titles or precision in character movement, No Dead Zone Mode can be activated to remove the small central dead zone in the controller. However, activating No Dead Zone Mode isn’t required and we didn’t experience any issues while playing without it activated.
Whether you need the quick movement for a racing game like Mario Kart or Rocket League, or are playing something completely different, the BINBOK PLAY Wireless Evo feels right at home. On top of that, the programmable back button allows you to set multi-button combos to a single button press which can majorly level up your skills in a standard fighting game or anything where multi-button combos make a big impact.
Long Play (4 hours)
With a far more ergonomic and natural feel compared to holding the standard issue Nintendo Switch joycons, the BINBOK PLAY Wireless Evo is a great controller to utilize for long periods of time. The lightness of the design, especially when compared to similar models on Xbox, means that you’ll have even less wear on your wrists while playing for several hours.
The BINBOK PLAY Wireless Evo Game Controller felt comfortable for extended play on active games like Rocket League as well as on more casual and relaxed experiences like Pokémon Scarlet & Violet. On top of that, the programmable back buttons can likely make your experience even easier by simplifying multi-button combos to a single button press to streamline your gameplay.
Customer Service and Support
BINBOK support coordinated delivery of the controller with us, and they were responsive to any clarifications or needed questions. The BINBOK PLAY Wireless EVO Game Controller is a new arrival in their product lineup, and as such doesn’t yet have any customer reviews on their website. However, the controller is also available on Amazon where it currently has a 4.5 star rating based on 96 ratings and tons of five-star reviews.
We didn’t run into any issues with our controller, but if you do need to seek a refund for any reason you’ll have 30 days to do so after receiving your item. If your item arrives damaged or is defective for any reason and a non-artificial functional defect is identified within 30 days of arrival, this can also be handled by BINBOK.
In all cases, whether you’re seeking a return or need to clarify something due to a defect, you’ll contact BINBOK via the email service@binbok.com to sort that out. If you wish to contact BINBOK elsewhere, you can find them at any of these links:
There’s also free maintenance warranty for six months, and you can make contact to request replacement with the requirement that you pay the flat shipping fee depending on which region or country you’re ordering from. You can find more information about their refund policy at this link.
How much does the BINBOK PLAY Wireless Evo Game Controller cost, and where can I purchase it?
The BINBOK PLAY Wireless Evo Game Controller is available to purchase for $33.99 through the official BINBOK website or via Amazon where it’s listed for $29.99 and you can apply a 10% coupon at checkout.
Shipping costs will vary depending on your location and the outlet you use to place the order, but BINBOK offers free shipping on orders over $99 placed through their website. If you’re looking to get a few accessories at once and aren’t an Amazon Prime member, going directly through the website may be the best option.
Is the BINBOK PLAY Wireless Evo Game Controller good, and is it worth it?
After a few weeks of regular use, it’s clear that the BINBOK PLAY Wireless Evo Game Controller is a fantastic option for Nintendo Switch players looking for a more familiar Xbox inspired design. While some of the extra features do take some getting used to, once you’re familiar this controller can majorly improve your gaming experience and skills.
Pros of the BINBOK PLAY Wireless Evo Game Controller
- Familiar Xbox design while being lighter than that inspiration
- Turbo and programmable back buttons can give a major in-game boost
- Adjustable vibration and LED backlight are easy to use
- Comfortable for short and extended gameplay
- Quality design and precision saw no issues in a variety of games
Cons of the BINBOK PLAY Wireless Evo Game Controller
- Didn’t pair when plugged into Switch dock, but quickly paired wirelessly with ease
- Programmable features and options do take some time to learn
Official Product Rating: 5 out of 5
Below is a brief FAQ to give you further information on the BINBOK PLAY Wireless Evo Game Controller before you make your decision.
How do I change the vibration level?
Making things extra easy, there is a dedicated Vibration Button on the back of the BINBOK PLAY Wireless Evo Game Controller. You simply press the button to cycle between 0%, 30%, 50%, and 100% vibration intensity. The controller will also vibrate after the adjustment is successful to indicate the change worked.
How do you use the turbo feature?
You first hold the Turbo Button and press the button you wish to turbo (A/B/X/Y/L/R/ZL/ZR) to turn on the turbo function. The same process works to turn off that function. You can then adjust the Turbo Speed by holding the Turbo Button and moving the Right Stick up or down to increase or decrease the speed.
Are there any joycon drift issues or joystick dead zones?
The built-in ALPS joystick didn’t have any joycon drift issues during our time with the BINBOK PLAY Wireless Evo Game Controller. There is a very small dead zone built into the center of each joystick that didn’t cause us any problems, but this can be manually deactivated by turning on No Dead Zone Mode by holding the M button and pressing L3 or R3 to activate No Dead Zone Mode on that particular joystick.
Does the BINBOK PLAY Wireless Evo Game Controller need to be updated?
No, there are no automatic updates required to keep your controller functioning and it worked completely fine for us out of the box.
How long does the battery last?
The BINBOK PLAY Wireless Evo Game Controller lasted for at least six hours both via intermittent and continuous use throughout the day, but it could last even longer. If you have a tendency to play and then pause for a bit, the controller automatically turns itself off after a few minutes to conserve battery power until you dive back in. Charging went quickly when needed, but the controller didn’t need to be charged daily or even every other day in our experience.
You can find the BINBOK PLAY Wireless Evo Game Controller and all other BINBOK products at their website linked here.