The 9 Best Xbox Elite Series 1 Grips (2023 reviews)

The latest extremerate faceplate shell case is an absolute beast in terms of its features, and rightfully takes the top spot with ease. The kit brings everything you need to make the controller look awesome. It really fits the controller perfectly. The shell itself looks amazing. It is semi-slick, matte soft plastic. The color is perfect, the soft touch feels nice. It is easy to pop off the original face plate and pop this one on. It fits perfectly and looks amazing. It is clear plastic so there’s no paint or graphics that can rub off over time.

Why We Like This:

Screws to undo, all plastic clips
Good plate and nice color choices
Very nice and quick replacement for the xbox elite series 2 controller
Printing pattern is really clean and no defects

Best For little flair: Extremerate Great Smooth Grip

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The extremerate great smooth grip has killer features for the price point. There is an internal shell, so if you slide the knife, or something else that's thin, between this internal shell and the grip you can pry it off. The plastic on the black one exactly matches the controller. It offers it's elite controller accessories later in. It comes with a tool to make the process nice and easy.

The removal tool works well. They do not come with tape on them, but you do not need to have the tape as these are an exact fit and will fit perfectly without being loose.

Why We Like This:

Came with correct tools, very comfortable and easy to put on
Easy install and fits like the original
Delivers what they promise

Best Design: Extremerate rubberized Grip

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The extremerate rubberized grip is capable of outshining several other products featured in this list in overall features for the price point. It is a great way to restore your elite controller. It includes left right side rails for the xbox one elite controller. It is easy to damage the rubber on the main body of the controller. It is easy to install and has little to no problems. It comes with a mini tool to help pop off the old ones. It is a perfect fit and solution to peeling rubber. These feel just as comfortable or better than the originals. It is great for a little flair on your elite controller.

Why We Like This:

Easy fix for the peeling rubber on the xbox elite controller
Perfect fit, super easy install and great feel
Delivers what they promise

Best With matching Grips: Extremerate Xbox One Elite Controller

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Compared with other products by Extremerate, the extremerate xbox one elite controller has a convenient design. This is a really cool way to personalize your xbox one controller. It fits, it is easy to install, and it looks nice. The shell is a magnet for fingerprints and streaks. The color is painted onto the plastic and begins to fade after a few months if you have sweaty hands. It does come with 2 rings, you put them on the holes where the thumbsticks are, you could say if you move the thumbstick all the way to any side, it will hit the plastic ring, the original controller faceplate has them as well. The matte finish is great and everything is very easy to install and looks dope. The front shell fits perfectly. The blue tip can help you to open the back of the controller handles.

Why We Like This:

Fresh take on new diy shell and fits like a glove
Definitely creates an awesome look to an already fantastic controller
Fit well and lined up easy not too difficult to install
Great looking, smooth accent rings, perfect fit

Best Shell: Extremerate original Shell

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The extremerate original shell's material feels more premium than its price would suggest. It comes with a screwdriver to take apart your Xbox One Elite controller. It fits snug, has a nice texture and feels durable. It has the same texture and feel just like the original controller faceplate. It's actually very smooth and kind of a rubber feeling anyway. The plastic holds up well and if careful the screw attachments do not break like the original Microsoft plastic. It is not a rubberized finish. It is a beautiful change up from a boring normal black without spending a ton of money.

Why We Like This:

Really pretty, feels silky too unlike the original faceplates
Good investment for long term

Best With Green thumbsticks: Xbox Elite Series 1 Grip

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Extremerate has been making great grip for years, thanks to a combination of clever design and appropriate materials. Side rails can be a challenge to remove. It adds a comfortable feel and noticeable texture to your controller. It comes with a tool to remove them. The grips are not rubberized, they are hard plastic with texture. They work perfectly and look great. They even give you the tool to take off the old ones. They fit on the elite controllers with a bit of manipulation. It's a great cosmetic addition.

Why We Like This:

A perfect customization piece for an xbox one controller
Ideal if you damaged your controller due to rage inducing situations
Easy install, recommend avoiding using tools if possible to reduce damage to the plastic

Best For long night Game sesh: Xbox Elite Series 1 Grip

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The xbox elite series 1 grip's superior materials makes sure that it ages well with use. It is good for a moded controller. It’s the only grip set that does not have matching front and back shells. The grip on them are perfect for the long night game sesh or when it’s intense and hands get sweaty. It’s made of elmers glue. The 3D splashing handles will make your controller stand out from the crowd. It’s easy to install with the included hard plastic pry tool.

It’s gives the controller a sleek look and adds a little bit of grip to it. The clips on the inside are easily snapped if you do not view the instructions carefully first on some format though, so insert carefully.

Why We Like This:

Very smooth texture that is more comfortable than the stock pannels
One of the new comers and featured product

Best For Standard Wireless Controllers: Extremerate textured Grip

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The extremerate textured grip is specially designed for your daily purpose and has all useful features. This is a quick and easy way to customize your controller. It fits perfect on the xbox one controller. It is made from the same type of plasic the contoler is and the red coloring is fused to the grips not painted on. They basically feel like rubber bumps but not too tacky.

These back panels STILL maintain perfect paint condition after two years of use and sweat. They improve the feel of the controller so much. It fits pretty well and the feel of it is good. This is good for the standard wireless controllers.

Why We Like This:

Perfect fit, easy on-off, adds color
Really gripy and awesome custom grip
Good feel on the grips.well made material
Nice texture does not rub off and gives a new look

Best Feature: Easy To Install: Extremerate accent ring

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The extremerate accent ring should be able to handle its purpose and duties with ease. This product is phenomenal, adds a hnique and custom look to the best controller msde from mircrosoft to date. It has a soft fuzzy feeling to it, almost like a sweat repellent. The molding is noticibly higher where the start/select buttons are (maybe 1/2 mm) but it doesn't impede their function. It is made of durable non-toxic plastic. There is glue inside that holds it in addition to the tabs around edges. The fitment is spot on and super easy to swap out. The music is cheerful and it shows you exactly how to get the old cover off. The plate is a perfect fit for the elite series 2 controller.

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