Currently unavailable.
We don't know when or if this item will be back in stock.
Select delivery location

Nintendo Switch HORIPAD Wired Controller (Red) by HORI - Licensed by Nintendo

Platform : Nintendo Switch
4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars 2,952 ratings
Currently unavailable.
We don't know when or if this item will be back in stock.
Red

About this item

  • Officially Licensed wired Controller for Nintendo Switch
  • Turbo functions
  • Detachable d-pad adapter
  • Precision offset analog sticks
  • Fast-action trigger shoulder buttons

Product information

Feedback

Nintendo Switch HORIPAD Wired Controller (Red) by HORI - Licensed by Nintendo

Nintendo Switch HORIPAD Wired Controller (Red) by HORI - Licensed by Nintendo

Found a lower price? Let us know. Although we can't match every price reported, we'll use your feedback to ensure that our prices remain competitive.

Where did you see a lower price?

Fields with an asterisk * are required
/
/
/
/
Please sign in to provide feedback.

Product guides and documents

User Manual (PDF)

Product Description

Officially Licensed by Nintendo. After three decades of innovation as Nintendo's original peripheral licensee, Hori done it again with the HORIPAD for Nintendo Switch. This sturdy, high-performance Controller boasts an array of features, including fast-action trigger shoulder buttons, a detachable d-pad adapter, high-precision offset analog sticks, turbo settings, and more. Wired functionality provides Lightning fast responses and Tournament ready performance, while an ergonomic grip and a lightweight profile ensures continued comfort. (Product does not include motion control or vibration feedback functions.)

From the manufacturer

Main banner - HORIPAD

Ergonomic Design

Designed for maximum comfort & functionality

D-pad - Red

Turbo - Red

Storage - Red

Detachable D-Pad Adapter

D-pad buttons can be attached and detached, allowing you to swap between a D-pad or directional buttons

Turbo Functionality

Use Turbo functions to set buttons to rapid input at 5, 12, or 20 button presses per second.

Also use Turbo Hold to set the button to continually activate Turbo without having to hold the button down.

Easily Store the D-Pad

The D-pad Adapter can be stored on the back of the controller

Logo

Looking for specific info?

Customer reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars
4.5 out of 5
2,952 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the performance, quality and sturdiness of the video game controller. They mention that it works great, is one of the best controllers out there and is very good for the price. Customers are also satisfied with ease of use and animal crossing. However, some customers have experienced drifting in the left stick. Opinions are mixed on buttons.

AI-generated from the text of customer reviews

30 customers mention26 positive4 negative

Customers like the performance of the video game controller. They mention that it works like a charm, is great for Resident Evil and rpg types of games, and responds decently enough. Some are surprised by how well the controller works with the Switch, and it works effortlessly with Steam and emulators. Overall, most are happy with the performance and recommend it to others.

"...This controller also works pretty effortlessly with Steam, and even emulators, so this is even a great choice for any PC or retro gaming needs as..." Read more

"Works great! I just wish it had the motion controls." Read more

"...It also has turbo, which allows you to do fast shovel hitting on rocks and auto pickup with the Y button...." Read more

"Kind of a weird shape to hold but overall works well when I use the turbo function to farm money in pokemon games" Read more

20 customers mention18 positive2 negative

Customers are satisfied with the quality of the video game controller. They mention that it's one of the best controllers out there, it'll be a great buy, and has an awesome d-pad. Some say that the controller has some problems, but it'd still be useable after a month of use.

"...d-pad seems strange due to it's removable nature, it's actually quite awesome. Large, precise, and with smooth action...." Read more

"The controller is decent. There is a slight drift, not nearly as bad as the joy cons...." Read more

"This is a good controller, works perfectly if you're in a pinch for an extra controller...." Read more

"...This does pose some problems, but it's still useable and is nice to have around...." Read more

18 customers mention16 positive2 negative

Customers like the sturdiness of the video game controller. They say it's very solid, well made, and long-lasting. Some mention that the buttons are nice and clicky.

"...And let me just say, Horipad is the strongest controller by far. The red one I had went on for YEARS without any sign of drift at all!..." Read more

"...which allows you to do fast shovel hitting on rocks and auto pickup with the Y button...." Read more

"...The A B X Y buttons are shorter and more rounded, so my fingers can go from botton to botton easyer...." Read more

"...The cable feels sturdy and the buttons are smooth...." Read more

18 customers mention13 positive5 negative

Customers like the value of the video game controller. They say it's a good budget controller and the best substitute for the real deal.

"...like the official Switch Pro controllers... It is a great value for this price range in regards to controllers...." Read more

"...Otherwise this super affordable controller is worth it." Read more

"This is an affordable entry level controller for the switch. Grip is very comfortable and buttons are of good quality...." Read more

"...Other than that it's great. Great price!" Read more

16 customers mention12 positive4 negative

Customers like the ease of use of the video game controller. They say the grip is very comfortable, and the buttons are of good quality. Some say the size and configuration are comfortable and feel good in the hands. The turbo button is easy to figure out and use, and is helpful. Overall, most are satisfied with the product's ease of usage.

"...The D pad is the best feeling D pad I've ever owned, it feels good. If it had motion controls, I'd use it as my main controller...." Read more

"...Controller feels good in my hands. Buttons have a little bit more space in between them compared to the Pro Controller...." Read more

"This is an affordable entry level controller for the switch. Grip is very comfortable and buttons are of good quality...." Read more

"...The controller feels okay in my hands, the controlling itself while using it for games is fantastic." Read more

6 customers mention6 positive0 negative

Customers like the controller for Animal Crossing. They say it's great for fighting games and other types of games. They also say it makes gaming much easier.

"...It can be quite handy on other types of games, like PokeMon, and it is super easy to figure out and use...." Read more

"This is a great controller for playing Animal Crossing...." Read more

"This is great for fighting games. I mainly play ARMS and Street Fighter 2 with this controller...." Read more

"...The "TURBO" feature on this controller is great for Animal Crossing. Need to craft a bunch of the same item?..." Read more

7 customers mention4 positive3 negative

Customers are mixed about the buttons. Some mention that they are large, precise, and have smooth action. However, some customers say that the buttons are placed differently, the pad attachment slips, and they press the wrong buttons very frequently.

"...Large, precise, and with smooth action. My second favorite d-pad right behind the original Saturn...." Read more

"...to use, and the pad attachment slips and presses the wrong buttons very frequently.You're better off just not using the pad...." Read more

"...The cable feels sturdy and the buttons are smooth...." Read more

"...buttons are placed differently. Not a big deal...." Read more

16 customers mention3 positive13 negative

Customers are dissatisfied with the drifting of the video game controller. They say that the left stick drifts hard, the thumbstick will continue to drift after they release it, and both joycons developed substantial drift. They also mention that the pad attachment slips and presses the wrong buttons.

"...into a deep pit makes it a tad uncomfortable to use, and the pad attachment slips and presses the wrong buttons very frequently...." Read more

"...The biggest problem I have with it is that the left control stick has begun drifting to the left without being touched, even though I’m very gentle..." Read more

"...My left thumbstick will continue to drift after I release it when moving up or down. Left and right functions normally...." Read more

"...or even impressive amount of life out of them and I've never had issues with stick drift or sticky buttons until at least a couple months of use...." Read more

Top reviews from the United States

Christy Denaco
5.0 out of 5 stars The best substitute for the real deal.
Reviewed in the United States on March 23, 2021
Edition: RedVerified Purchase
While this is not wireless, and not as sturdy or ergonomic, like the official Switch Pro controllers... It is a great value for this price range in regards to controllers.

I break controllers very regularly (even official ones), and I have purchased this controller several times now. I find that I get an adequate or even impressive amount of life out of them and I've never had issues with stick drift or sticky buttons until at least a couple months of use. This may sound negative, but these are all positives for me.

The turbo feature should not be understated either. It can be quite handy on other types of games, like PokeMon, and it is super easy to figure out and use. Other controllers do not even have this functionality at all.

The D-Pad is kinda awkward, but still responds decently enough. The removable D-Pad face is a really neat feature. You can store the plate with the typical 4 way design in the back of the controller, and it converts into a 4 button layout similar to the normal buttons. I've never really needed to use the button version, but I like that it can be customized.

I don't have too many negatives to say. The grips could be more comfortable and perhaps some rubber or textured backing for improved grip. But, it's not particular BAD either. If you do tend to get sweaty hands, jokes aside, then this controller may be a bit harder to handle. But, again, it's not a huge detriment.

This controller also works pretty effortlessly with Steam, and even emulators, so this is even a great choice for any PC or retro gaming needs as well.
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
 Report
Tanookicatoon
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Budget Controller. Good for Smash & Fortnite. Works for PC.
Reviewed in the United States on August 28, 2021
Edition: RedVerified Purchase
This controller is a toughy. I love it.
I've used it since Jun 28, 2021.
I love the texture all over this thing. It gives you a nice grip on it.

The only downsides to this controller is the turbo button (makes it not tournament legal)
and the odd choice to use D-Buttons instead of a D-pad.
The snap on attachment doesn't entirely help with that?
I do enjoy using the D-buttons for certain games, but the choice to put them into a deep pit makes it a tad uncomfortable to use, and the pad attachment slips and presses the wrong buttons very frequently.
You're better off just not using the pad.
Basically just do not buy this controller if you intend on focus on using the D-buttons.

Otherwise, NO DRIFT. That's all I wanted in this controller, and it does just that.
Good for Fortnite, Good for Smash.

UPDATE: 10sep2021
Yooo, this thing works for PC! I plugged this thing into my laptop as a joke,
and now here I am using it as my dedicated shortcut device for art! Neat~
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
 Report
Noah
4.0 out of 5 stars Good controller, but no motion control.
Reviewed in the United States on April 22, 2023
Edition: RedVerified Purchase
Works great! I just wish it had the motion controls.
Helpful
 Report
Pazer
5.0 out of 5 stars Still one of the best controllers out there
Reviewed in the United States on February 16, 2024
Edition: RedVerified Purchase
Horipad... I have mixed feelings about it. Here's why.

I originally got this because at the time because the Switch joycons got horrible stick drift, and I was looking to find a replacement for them. Most controllers had many bad reviews, save for this one.

And let me just say, Horipad is the strongest controller by far. The red one I had went on for YEARS without any sign of drift at all! It was my bread and butter, and helped me carry on even when I started my YouTube channel.

Then one faithful day, it too fell victim to it. :') I feel like it was because I pushed it a lot. But oh my gosh, whoever designed these definitely tried to make it stronger.

I'm not sure if they still use the same materials or not, but if they swapped it to be stronger, this one can't be beaten.
Helpful
 Report
eax
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent for Animal Crossing
Reviewed in the United States on July 12, 2020
Edition: RedVerified Purchase
This is a great controller for playing Animal Crossing. If you are going insane from horrible joy-con drift that ruins your aim or walking right when you're not holding the controller, get this controller. It also has turbo, which allows you to do fast shovel hitting on rocks and auto pickup with the Y button. The only thing this controller lacks is vibration support, which is only relevant for catching fish. Otherwise this super affordable controller is worth it.
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
 Report
J Vernet
5.0 out of 5 stars Bought as a cheap '2nd player' controller, but it became my favorite.
Reviewed in the United States on April 7, 2022
Edition: RedVerified Purchase
Per the headline, I bought this as a cheap '2nd' controller for games too complex to split the joy-con. However, it quickly became my '1st' controller due to it's awesome d-pad. I play a lot of shooters (shmups, STGs, etc), so when I'm not using my arcade stick, I use the d-pad. Hori's wireless pro controller has a pretty terrible d-pad. Small, stiff, hard to press, and misses inputs on the regular. And while the wired d-pad seems strange due to it's removable nature, it's actually quite awesome. Large, precise, and with smooth action. My second favorite d-pad right behind the original Saturn. I'm actually here purchasing a second so I can stop using the wireless entirely (and thankfully, the cables are long enough to not poise a problem)
Helpful
 Report
Jay Owens
5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing!
Reviewed in the United States on February 23, 2023
Edition: RedVerified Purchase
This is great for fighting games. I mainly play ARMS and Street Fighter 2 with this controller. The A B X Y buttons are shorter and more rounded, so my fingers can go from botton to botton easyer. The D pad is the best feeling D pad I've ever owned, it feels good. If it had motion controls, I'd use it as my main controller. Plus you can AFK farm!
Helpful
 Report
Arturo Arteaga
5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome
Reviewed in the United States on December 3, 2022
Edition: RedVerified Purchase
I've never tried a turbo controller before and I deeply regret that now. I've been using it to farm money in a game and it has been going non-stop for a week now. The cable feels sturdy and the buttons are smooth. The sticks are smaller and a bit more sensitive than what I'm used to but it gave me the opportunity to use custom covers without losing any range of motion. I'll definitely consider buying the wireless version from this company.
One person found this helpful
Helpful
 Report

Top reviews from other countries

Translate all reviews to English
Roby
5.0 out of 5 stars FUNZIONA BENISSIMO
Reviewed in Italy on April 21, 2022
Edition: RedVerified Purchase
Prezzo ottimo, ha il filo ma è lungo, consiglio l'acquisto a tutti.
Report
Christopher Nikolaou
5.0 out of 5 stars Does the trick
Reviewed in Germany on December 27, 2021
Edition: RedVerified Purchase
This one is wired so you have to Dock your switch to plug it in but it works great
Report
Client d'Amazon
5.0 out of 5 stars Qualité, prix, efficacité
Reviewed in France on May 13, 2021
Edition: RedVerified Purchase
Manette officielle, super qualité, et prix imbattable, je recommande vivement !!
Report
Pavan Kilaire
5.0 out of 5 stars I'm happy with it
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 15, 2021
Edition: RedVerified Purchase
Like most, I had drift issues, and I already had the hori split pad Pro (which are great). I did try 8bitdo and there is quite a lot of input lag. So much that it was a win or lose situation in Animal Crossing and Monster Hunter.

This controller is excellent for the price and the d-pad isn't much of an issue as others say it is. Can be a bit annoying in the heat of the moment. The controller does drift sometimes, but I just ha e to unplug it and plug it back in. It's not actually drifting, just being a bit stupid. Other than that it's great 👍🏾
One person found this helpful
 Report
Chems-eddine
5.0 out of 5 stars manette nintendo switch fonctionne bien
Reviewed in France on November 20, 2022
Edition: RedVerified Purchase
manette nintendo switch fonctionne très bien. seul bemol, les moments ou on a besoin du detecteur de mouvement des manettes originales de la nintendo switch on est obligé de poser cette manette et de prendre les manettes historiques. comme dans le premier ZELDA.
Report