8BitDo FlipPad vs GameSir Pocket Taco

Both 8BitDo and GameSir have released vertical phone controllers this year, so let's compare them. 8BitDo FlipPad: https://amzn.to/4x3fjuC 8BitDo direct: https://shop.8bitdo.com/products/flippad GameSir Pocket Taco: https://amzn.to/4xpd2uf GameSir direct: https://gamesir.com/products/gamesir-... ** Update: after making this video, GameSir reached out and offered to send me a newer, updated version of their Pocket Taco. The new models all have a refined d-pad which minimizes accidental diagonals, and I tested it today and can confirm that it feels great and is very accurate. So if the only thing holding you back from the Pocket Taco was its d-pad sensitivity, I'm happy to report that I consider it to be a resolved issue. Personally, even though I think these GameSir controls are superior to the 8BitDo FlipPad, I still prefer the FlipPad thanks to its ease of use (no BT pairing or charging needed), direct connectivity (minimizes input lag), and the fact that it is singularly focused on one specific task that it does well (play old school retro games with minimal fuss). My iPhone Case: https://amzn.to/4vKkiPP Pocket Taco landscape extension: https://makerworld.com/en/models/2968... iPhone RetroArch guide:    • RetroArch on iPhone & iPad (Starter Guide)   iPhone Delta guide:    • REAL Emulation on iPhone! Delta on App Store   IINE Mini controller: https://amzn.to/4bK3BNk Both controllers were review units sent to me by the manufacturer for testing and feedback. All opinions are my own, they did not see this video ahead of time, and no money was exchanged in any way. Check out my weekly newsletter: http://news.retrogamecorps.com/ Ways to support this channel: RGC merch: https://store.retrogamecorps.com YT channel membership:    / @retrogamecorps   Patreon:   / retrogamecorps   Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/retrogamecorps Timestamps: 00:00 introduction 00:58 price and color options 03:15 fit and compatibility 06:53 size and portability 08:31 the buttons 16:20 comfort 17:30 connectivity 19:36 gameplay and input lag 25:02 the bottom line 27:43 summary and conclusion Find me on Discord!   / discord   Theme song written by Jim Gray of Our Ghosts: https://ourghosts.bandcamp.com/track/... More music here:   / posts   Note that this description may contain affiliate links. By clicking on an affiliate link and buying something, I may earn a small commission of the sale at no extra cost to you. You can read more about that here: https://retrogamecorps.com/about/ This video is for entertainment and educational purposes only. #8bitdo #gamesir #iphone #android #gaming #handheld #retrogaming #emulation