The best gaming controllers for the Amazon Fire TV - Android

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SteelSeries Stratus XL

Staff Pick

The SteelSeries Stratus XL is a great controller that works on your Windows PC, Android phone, and Amazon Fire TV. SteelSeries basically took the best features from the DualShock and Xbox 360 controllers and combined them to create the Stratus XL. It connects via Bluetooth and plays for up to 40 hours on two AA batteries. It's perfectly weighted and has been designed to fit comfortably in your hands for marathon gaming sessions.

$50 at Amazon

Microsoft's choice

Xbox One Wireless Controller

One of the great things about the Xbox Wireless controller is that it works with basically anything that has Bluetooth. Plus, it has a great look and feel that can stand up to hours of gaming. You can use batteries or pick up a rechargeable battery pack. It's that kind of versatility that can keep you in the game.

$90 at Amazon

Get your racing on

SaharaMicro Wireless Game Controller

This controller looks like it's ready to take off down the track. The black and red aesthetic makes it look like something you'd find on a race car. The controller is rechargeable and comes with a recharging cable. Plus, the auto-off feature helps you save juice when you're away from the game. When you sit back down and hit the home button, it reconnects and you're ready to go again.

$26 at Amazon

Iconic design

DualShock 4 Bluetooth Controller

Sony's DualShock 4 Bluetooth Controller is a great option that's compatible with your Amazon Fire TV. It's quick to pair — simply go into the Amazon Fire TV's Bluetooth controller settings, then hold down the Share and PS button on the DualShock controller to start the pairing. The DualShock 4 controller is surprisingly versatile beyond using it with your PS4 and Amazon Fire TV. It's also compatible with Windows for PC gaming.

$60 at Best Buy

Preferred by younger siblings everywhere

Mad Catz Micro C.T.R.L.R Wireless Gamepad

Amazon lists this Mad Catz controller as one of a handful of compatible Bluetooth controllers in the device log, so it should be a safe recommendation. Anyone who played games with an older brother growing up should be quite familiar with the Mad Catz brand. You also get a phone mount for mobile gaming and handy button labels for media controls. Plus, the size is 20% smaller than a regular-sized controller — portable and ideal for young gamers.

$15 at Amazon

Best on the go

PL-608 Mini Bluetooth Gamepad

If you're on the go a lot, the PL-608 mini Bluetooth controller might be for you. At just 36mm x 75mm x 17mm it can easily slip into your bag or even your pocket while you're on the go. The built-in battery is rechargeable with the included microUSB cable. This is definitely a tiny little controller, so it may not be the most comfortable, but you can't beat the portability! Plus, when you connect this to your phone, you can use it as a remote controller for your camera shutter and more!

$14 at Amazon