If you’ve ever tried to play a “real” game on a touchscreen and found yourself distracted by the controls, this is the kind of accessory that completely changes the gaming experience. The Razer Kishi Ultra Effectively packs your Android phone, iPhone 15/16 or iPad mini into a full-size console-style controller, and now it’s time $104.99a solid $45 off the regular price of $149.99.
What you get
The Kishi Ultra is built like a real gamepad and not like a thin phone clip. You get professional console controls with mecha-tactile front panel buttons, an 8-way D-pad, analog hall effect triggers, programmable buttons and full-size thumbsticks that feel close to what you would expect from a premium console controller.
Connects via USB-C for low latency input and works with Android phones, iPhone 15 and 16 series and iPad Mini models up to 8 inches, as well as many Android tablets in this size range. There’s pass-through charging so you can power your device while you game, and Razer’s Sensa HD haptics and Chroma RGB lighting add extra immersion and flair on supported platforms.
You can also use it for PC remote play and cloud gaming, streaming titles from your computer or from services like Xbox Cloud Gaming and GeForce Now directly to your phone, so you’re not stuck at your desk when you want to clear your backlog.
Why it’s worth it
At full price, the Kishi Ultra is a “thought” purchase. At around 30% off, this is a much better argument if you actually play games on your phone or tablet. You get something that feels noticeably more substantial than most clip-on controllers, with better ergonomics for longer sessions and a more console-like layout.
Wide compatibility is another big advantage. If you switch between an Android phone and an iPhone 15/16, or like to game at home on an iPad mini and on the go on a phone, you don’t need separate controllers for each device. It also fits perfectly into a travel setup with a laptop or handheld PC as you can use it for remote PC gaming.
The end result
If you spend meaningful time gaming on your phone or tablet, consider switching from touchscreen controls to something like this Razer Kishi Ultra is an improvement in the quality of life day and night. At $104.99 Instead of $149.99, the price finally seems to match what it offers: a truly console-like controller that fits in your pocket and makes mobile gaming, cloud streaming and remote play actually fun instead of frustrating.
