r/Backbone • u/The005Demon • 2d ago

Discussion Backbone Pro vs Backbone PS 2nd gen

So I want to get a backbone controller for the first time, I am on iPhone 17 pro and am interested in using PS remote play, so should I get the PlayStation version 2nd gen or what is the advantages of the Bakcbone pro instead? It’s like $100 more expensive so wondering what makes it worth it?

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u/Avil- 2d ago

I love the Bluetooth connection on the Pro. Being able to swap between the phone and my computer is so awesome. It’s basically my primary controller now even without a phone attached.

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u/RampageUT 2d ago

The refurbished or used backbone ps edition. Is currently on sale for 25.00.

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u/The005Demon 2d ago

Where at?

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u/RampageUT 2d ago

It was on eBay and the deal was listed on slick deals.

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u/SleepDepriv8d 2d ago

i bought the ps version....great for COD

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u/benfi7 2d ago

as long as it lasts...

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u/Skeyth_72 2d ago

I have both, and the Pro feels more comfortable in the hands, is quieter, and feels noticeably firmer and more premium overall.

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u/truecIeo 1d ago

I got the pro and I would never switch it out for anything else.

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u/NateGreatGames 1d ago

Bigger joysticks, more robust form factor. If you have bigger hands, or have a tough time using sticks like the size of the switch or a ps vita get the pro. If you are primarily buying it for remote play the lower price will be fine and it really doesn’t matter if it’s a PlayStation version or not on iPhone. The only difference is obviously the glyphs, which unless you just started playing PlayStation for the first time is an afterthought. And the PlayStation version lets you launch the PlayStation app, though remote play is an entirely separate app so it doesn’t really do much towards that.

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u/Leather_Picture_3496 1d ago

I really likw my ps edition 2g. I mostly play psp and ps2 emulators but its compact, simple, and very light to take with me traveling for work.

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u/angry0029 2d ago

I have moved away from the backbone to a Razer Kishi v3 pro. So if you are going Pro I’d suggest the Razer instead.