The console brand is always better than knock offs and this holds true here.

Beware of poor quality Nintendo knock-offs and check the seller reviews before purchasing

The price tag for this item is a bit high, in my opinion (I bought mine used), but it is definitely worth it to buy official Nintendo controllers versus the cheap knock offs

My son has learned his lesson the hard way - do not buy cheap knock offs

excellent! should have bought these first in stead of the cheap knock-offs from game-seek.

I bought 4 cheap knock offs from China, and they all broke in a matter of months

definitely worlds above the cheap knock offs they sell... if you enjoy playing old school stuff, this is the controller for you, expensive but you won't be buying another one in a few months.