Best Nintendo Switch accessories to buy for 2020

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This small adapter plugs into the USB-C port so you can use your Bluetooth headphones while playing your switch, including Apple AirPods. A built-in microphone on the bottom of the adapter ensures instant chat in the game. You can connect up to two headsets at the same time for a better gaming experience when you play Smash or any other game on your switch online in multiplayer games. An equally small USB-C to USB-A adapter can be used to connect to the switch dock, so you can use your headphones when docked. The only thing we didn’t like is that the design doesn’t work with most cases or the Switch Lite.

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Nintendos Switch Pro Controller It feels better to play with any other third-party switch controller we’ve tried. The Switch Pro controller costs between $ 60 and $ 70. The PowerA comes close to that and you can buy it for $ 40 or less Amazon, Best Buy and more. The PowerA does not offer rumble, IR or Amiibo NFC support like the Switch Pro controller, but has motion controls.

The only additional function is two additional buttons on the bottom of the controller that can be assigned during operation. It also runs on AA batteries, so you no longer have to worry about running out of power while playing, and you can use batteries anytime. Since the battery is not installed, you do not have to throw the controller away as soon as you have used up the battery life and, unlike some other handheld controllers, the battery no longer holds a charge.

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If you’re docking your switch and want to expand your laptop’s connectivity options when you’re not playing, the Dock Pro 60 is all you need for $ 80. The slim, small and light dock has two USB-C ports, one of which supports the power supply. Connect your switch to the other USB-C port and use the dock’s HDMI port to connect to a TV or external TV (resolutions up to 4K UHD work). You can already play with friends and family on a larger screen. There are also two USB-A ports if you want to use a wired controller or want to charge wirelessly.

Bonus for users of Samsung Galaxy devices: The Dock Pro 60 supports Samsung DeX, so you can use your phone or tablet with an external display and a desktop experience.

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Playing on the Switch screen is fine if only you are playing. However, if you add more players, you’ll need a bigger ad. Auzai’s 15.6-inch display gives you a larger screen while you stay mobile. Connect the supplied USB-C cable to the switch and the display as well as another USB-C cable to an external power source (e.g. a battery) this anchor power bank) and you’re done. There are even good sounding built-in stereo speakers as well as a 3.5mm audio output if you want to connect headphones to the screen.

The color performance is fine and the brightness for the interior is fine. However, if you need something portable or just don’t have space for a normal external display, this Auzai display is worth the investment.

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The $ 60 ChargePlay clutch combines a battery (6,000 mAh) and a wide, sturdy stand with a protective case. But its value doesn’t stop there. The clutch handles are removable and snap together magnetically after removal from the main body. Put the Joy-Cons in every grip and you have a controller that feels similar Nintendo’s Joy-Con Grip. The only thing I didn’t like is that the Joy-Cons are not blocked by anything. So you slide up if you put too much force on your sticks. Otherwise, it’s a great combination for extended gaming on the go.

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The best of all worlds. The switch is charging, but with a USB-C-PD connector and a good, old-fashioned USB-A connector, everything from a smartphone to wireless headphones to a fully equipped laptop and almost any device in between can be charged, including kindles and iPads. With its relatively small size, light weight and foldable tines, it is also ideal for travel.

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Not all USB-C chargers support charging the switch and switching on when docked. It does so and at a fraction of the cost of Nintendo. It also has a 5-foot charging cable, so you have room to plug in the switch and keep playing handhelds while charging.

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A good secondary or travel switch dock. Nintendo’s large dock remains connected to my main TV in the living room, while the Defway is connected to a smaller TV in another room for my kids. The back has USB-A, USB-C for power and HDMI connections. However, you need to bring your own power supply, such as the Airmate mentioned above. The combination of dock and power adapter makes this a great option for travel. However, it is so light that your connected cable can tip the dock up when you turn the switch off.

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If the Nintendo SNES Switch Controller did not make it into your shopping cart before it was out of stock, 8BitDo it is a good second choice. Although it looks like the retro controller, its fully-featured ergonomic design makes it a more travel-friendly pro controller alternative. And there are no mushy buttons here: everything feels firm and responsive. It can even be programmed for use with Android, Windows and MacOS.

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Pushing the switch in and out of the dock carelessly can cause scratches on the screen and no one wants a scratched screen. If you spend money protecting your switch to improve your gaming experience, make it an inexpensive screen protector. The tempered glass AmFilm screen protector is easy to use and does not affect touchscreen performance. The bottom line is, if you have a switch, you need a tempered glass screen protector, and this is a great tempered glass screen protector. Note that this screen protector does not fit a Switch Lite with a smaller screen.

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The switch’s stand is fine, but this is much better for playing on the table with your device. It can be set to three positions, folds flat when you’re on the go, and has a passageway at the front so you can charge it while using it with all your video games. There is a cheaper one AmazonBasics One, but the Hori is more robust and stable for not much more money.

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A battery pack and all in one. It attaches to the back of the switch and has a built-in stand that replaces the switch’s weak stand. According to MyCharge, the PowerGame will “extend your game by up to 10 hours”, is based on a 7,000 mAh battery and is charged via USB-C. Any battery is enough, of course, but we like the combination here and the wireless attachment.

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If you connect the tiny USB-C dongle to the switch, you can play well with this light, comfortable gaming headset. It uses the company’s lossless 2.4 GHz WiFi for extremely low latency wireless connectivity. I’ve never noticed any dropouts or delays in use, but SteelSeries includes a cable if you want to use it if you don’t want to risk it. The noise canceling microphone is removable and the ear cups rotate and lie flat to make traveling easier. These also work with the Switch Lite.

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An affordable way to make it easy to charge two pairs of your neon red and neon blue Joy-Cons (or the spectacular colors you choose). I keep this in the back of Nintendo’s Dock and my kids have no excuse for the batteries to run out or not put away for safe storage.

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If you add this case, playing a video game handheld will not only make it a bit more creaky, it will also give you the much needed additional controller handle for your game. It also gives you a small side, top, bottom and fall protection. This does not fit the Switch Lite, which is slightly smaller than the normal switch.

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Do you want a bit more grip than the Mumba Case offers? The GripCase contains three sets of interchangeable handles that allow you to adjust it to your hand size. The housing also protects the upper corners of your Joy-Cons and at the same time offers you larger triggers for the ZL and ZR buttons. You can even dock the switch without removing the case, although the handles on the case interfere with the USB ports on the front of the dock. However, if you have a household with users with large and small hands, this is a good way. This also does not fit the Switch Lite.

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This splash-proof hard shell case is almost everything you need to protect your switch when you want to play on the go. Slim, light and figure-hugging, it hardly adds volume. Inside there is an organizer with space for up to 10 playing cards. It also works with the Mumba case, so you stay protected while traveling and playing. You guessed it – it doesn’t match the Switch Lite.

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The CitySlicker is a discreet way to travel with your switch and accessories. The case resembles a high-end travel bag rather than gaming equipment, but was specifically designed for the switch and has five playing card storage slots in the front, an inside pocket with microfiber coating that cleans your screen when inserting and removing the switch, and a zip pocket the back for a power bank, cleaning cloth or earphones. The two inner pockets are large enough to hold an additional set of Joy-Cons and cables. The case is available in three sizes for Switch Lite, Switch and Switch Max. It is large enough to hold the switch while in the Skull & Co.GripCase or a protective case of a similar size. It even fits in the Defway dock listed above.