Nintendo's first-party input devices are mostly impressive if expensive, but officially-licensed third-party companies offer some excellent alternatives. Meanwhile, the Compact controllers feature the same handheld experience as the Pro variant along with configurable triggers, a turbo function, and a much better D-pad compared to the first-party Joy-Cons. The Switch Pro Controller comes in a comfortable design complete with an ergonomic button layout with responsive triggers, large face buttons, and a D-pad that's both nostalgic and ideal for modern or retro gaming