You are going to have to pick between the low, medium and high-end controllers for your iPhone. The list I present to you isn't a definitive list but it's an easy and concise explanation of what you can get and where you can get it, how it works.

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Budget Friendly - Rotor Riot Gamepad Controller
This controller is one of the first controllers I ever bought and loved it! I was not a fan that I could use my Xbox controller, or Playstation due to my tendency to play a lot on consoles, and the need to sync every time I switched between consoles was going to be too much of an annoyance.

Best iPhone gaming controllers
The Rotor Riot Gamepad Controller let me to have my console gaming separated from my mobile gaming. The wire solution made it a separate device and instant when it came to connecting it directly to an iPhone. The only issue I faced in it was larger iPhones, like the iPhone Pro Max versions weren't too comfortable to play for extended periods of time.

The buttons are adequate, but it won't compete with a dedicated Xbox or DualShock controller in the button department. If you're comfortable syncing and switching between console and mobile devices or don't own the console, then I recommend skipping this controller and getting a console controller that is dedicated to consoles equipped with an adapter clamp that will allow you to clip your iPhone to the controller you prefer.

Mid-tier: SteelSeries Nimbus+
This is a controller that allows you to change between different devices such as it can switch between your Mac, Apple TV, and iPhone or iPad quickly since it's wireless. It's more expensive than the Riot Gamepad from Rotor It has a bit better build and wireless. I believe it is worthy of an selection in the Best iPhone Gaming Controllers list because of its flexibility as well as its design and price. However, I'm of the opinion that I like the non-symmetrical joystick design.

SteelSeries Nimbus+ Wireless Gaming Controller



High-Tier: Razer Kishi & Backbone One
We received two controllers at the top of the line of this best iPhone gaming controllers list and I got to say they're approximately the same price, depending on the sales that Amazon might be doing, but both have excellent quality and as near as you will ever achieve portability and perfection.

Razer Kishi
Razer Kishi for iOS – Lightning (Not the USB C version)
It is the one I use for the iPhone gaming needs using controller because of the ease of use of the controller. The right joystick is a bit odd for its placement compared to my small-medium hands and the d-pad feels somewhat awkward, so getting used to it is something you'll have to work on. Streaming Live Academy chose this controller in preference to that of the Backbone One even though it did not have those issues due to the fact that it folds down into a compact shape so that I can slide it into any backpack or even pockets to carry around.

Razer Kishi Folded
It is extremely compact and ideal for gaming in the car. I have the iPhone 13 Pro Max and it is working perfectly. The device can be used with any modern iPhone including the Mini series so don't worry about it not being a good fit. The last thing to know is this device comes in two versions 1. for iOS and 2. for Android that use USB C. PS: This controller works using Xbox Game Pass and OpenEmulator for iPhone.

Backbone One
Backbone One

This is the other premium option on the Best iPhone Gaming Controllers list and let me tell you that I almost went for this instead of the Razer Kishi due to the fact that the controller is more comfortable with joystick placement and a bit firmer, heavier, feeling to it, giving it feel a little better "pro" gaming feeling, however, the design isn't my favorite. However, you have to decide whether you prefer portability over than quality, or quality over mobility?


It is true that this device includes an application launcher software for games that's pretty cool, but in my opinion it is an untruth and I wouldn't even take it into consideration in deciding between this and the Razer Kishi.

I would still recommend this model based on what I've researched and discovered that it's an excellent choice and it just individual preference that differentiates this Backbone One and the Razer Kishi since both run for around $100. PS This is compatible with Xbox Game Pass

The most sensible option...
If you're looking to achieve the ideal combination of affordability and quality, it's best to avoid spending over 60 dollars for your controller and purchase an official console controller like Xbox or PlayStation using the DualShock. These are wireless, and their built quality is something the $100 controllers can't compete with, but they are superior to the official console controllers in terms of portability.

Xbox Controller
The Xbox controller provides the highest value and quality balance, however, before I go here are a few things you need to know when making use of the Xbox controller on an iPhone: 1. The paddles won't work with the Elite Series 2 and the Elite Series 1 doesn't have Bluetooth to it. It won't work. The other Bluetooth modern Xbox controllers will work just perfectly.

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PlayStation Dual Shock Controller
The controller has been tried and tested to work with Emulators and virtually every game-related in iOS however, the latest PS5 controller won't support the adaptive triggers due to Sony not permitting it. Both PS4 version and the PS5 version controllers work great with iPhone.

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If you'd like to look for some more hardware don't forget to check out the best headsets article up here in SLA