--- product_id: 20328353 title: "SteelSeries Stratus Bluetooth Mobile Gaming Controller - Android, Windows, VR - 40+ Hour Battery Life - Supports Fortnite Mobile" brand: "steelseries" price: "€ 48.33" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 url: https://www.desertcart.be/products/20328353-steelseries-stratus-bluetooth-mobile-gaming-controller-android-windows-vr-40 store_origin: BE region: Belgium --- # Multi-platform support 40+ hrs wireless play Customizable joystick & triggers SteelSeries Stratus Bluetooth Mobile Gaming Controller - Android, Windows, VR - 40+ Hour Battery Life - Supports Fortnite Mobile **Brand:** steelseries **Price:** € 48.33 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > 🎯 Own the game, anywhere, anytime β€” victory is just a click away! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** SteelSeries Stratus Bluetooth Mobile Gaming Controller - Android, Windows, VR - 40+ Hour Battery Life - Supports Fortnite Mobile by steelseries - **How much does it cost?** € 48.33 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.be](https://www.desertcart.be/products/20328353-steelseries-stratus-bluetooth-mobile-gaming-controller-android-windows-vr-40) ## Best For - steelseries enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted steelseries brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Endurance Champion:** Unleash marathon gaming with 40+ hours of nonstop wireless action powered by included AA batteries. - β€’ **Ergonomic Console Design:** Experience comfort and control with a full-sized, tactile controller built for extended sessions. - β€’ **Cross-Platform Powerhouse:** Seamlessly dominate on Android, Windows, Steam, and VR with full XInput & DirectInput compatibility. - β€’ **Precision at Your Fingertips:** Fine-tune joystick sensitivity and trigger actuation for a personalized, pro-level gaming edge. - β€’ **Dedicated Android & PC Controls:** Instant access with Home and Back buttons tailored for smooth navigation across devices. ## Overview The SteelSeries Stratus Bluetooth Mobile Gaming Controller delivers over 40 hours of wireless gameplay with included AA batteries, supports 2000+ games across Android, Windows, Steam, and VR platforms, and features customizable joystick sensitivity and trigger actuation. Designed ergonomically for comfort and equipped with dedicated Home and Back buttons, it’s built for serious gamers seeking versatile, reliable performance on the go. ## Description Play over 2000 games on steam with the new stratus XL wireless gaming controller for Windows and Android. This controller is full sized, wireless, and based on an ergonomic console design. Other features include 40+ hours of gameplay with two AA batteries (included), LED notification, clickable joysticks, and complete customization of your joystick sensitivity and trigger actuation. Review: Pretty good. - This joystick is very, very nice, made of durable materials, really clicky and tactile buttons that have a fast response time. It's very comfortable in the hand, although it's quite hefty weight-wise since you have to add additional batteries inside of the joystick and it might make it a little tiring to hold for prolonged periods of time. The other thing that might not be as good is that it's Bluetooth connected and it requires your desktop to have an adapter or have Bluetooth integrated. The connection is kind of spotty at times, given the fact that the adapter is right next to me, but that might be because the adapter is not very high end. Also, the initial pairing is kind of slow, first off, you need to download the drivers from the SteelSeries website, then connect the device via Bluetooth to the PC, but for some reason it takes 1 + minute for the pair to work. The joystick doesn't 'remember' devices for some reason and when you connect it to your phone for example you have re-pair it with your PC once more because for some reason it doesn't connect automatically. Overall, it's a pretty good joystick if you don't have to switch devices often and you use it on your PC only, like I do, it's reliable, battery hasn't budget in 2 weeks of everyday usage which is amazing and it's a pretty reliable piece of electronics. Review: GREAT CONTROLLER PLUS MY WINDOWS 10 FIX - I bought this disregarding all the bad reviews which was a good call. Amazing controller. You just have to have a little patience to set it up. Do not use Bluetooth in the windows 10 settings, if you've already done that, go to Bluetooth settings and remove it. Now you have to go to the control panel and click on hardware and sound > devices and printers > add device (top left corner) it will find the "steel series stratus xl" controller and set it up, but this is not the device you need. (by the way you might need to hold down the connection button on the top for 5-10 seconds to reset it) After that device is installed right click it and remove it, then power off the stratus xl and back on again. It should automatically install "HID compliant game controller" this what you need to use or else you will not have any input. If it connects successfully you should have the first led light up on the controller (sometimes the second one). If you want to test input go to start and type joy.cpl and hit enter (there should be "steel series xinput controller" here) click properties and you should be able to test input. This wasn't something I discovered I found it on a reddit thread after hours of research. I will add some pictures so you can understand what I mean. Don't give up, it might take some fiddling around with. This is working on windows 10 build 1803 as of yet. All functionality of Steelseries engine is pretty much lost but it never worked for me anyways. Android works perfectly. **update** desertcart took down my review for my reddit link and pictures? I don't know but I hope this still helps some people. Putting it back up ## Features - Victory Royale is in your hands on Android mobile with the Fortnite ready Stratus XL - Play any controller enabled game on Android, Windows, Steam, and VR with Microsoft’s X Input and Direct Input - Dedicated Home and Back buttons for seamless gaming on Android and PC - Upto 40 hours of nonstop wireless gaming with two included AA batteries - Bluetooth adapter sold separately ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B015WKY3IM | | Batteries | 2 AAA batteries required. (included) | | Best Sellers Rank | #91,769 in Video Games ( See Top 100 in Video Games ) #859 in PC Gamepads & Standard Controllers #1,235 in GEM Box Microconsole | | Customer Reviews | 3.5 3.5 out of 5 stars (2,910) | | Date First Available | September 23, 2015 | | Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No | | Item Weight | 10.2 ounces | | Item model number | 69050 | | Language | Italian | | Manufacturer | SteelSeries APS | | Product Dimensions | 2.36 x 5.91 x 4.53 inches; 10.2 ounces | | Rated | Everyone | | Release date | September 23, 2015 | | Type of item | Personal Computers | ## Images ![SteelSeries Stratus Bluetooth Mobile Gaming Controller - Android, Windows, VR - 40+ Hour Battery Life - Supports Fortnite Mobile - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/31GZCECkz0L.jpg) ![SteelSeries Stratus Bluetooth Mobile Gaming Controller - Android, Windows, VR - 40+ Hour Battery Life - Supports Fortnite Mobile - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71JvRLjDx6L.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: anyone know if this works with samsung vr?** A: It works perfectly well with the GearVR. Of course, pretty much any bluetooth-compatible gamepad will work with any Android phone, and the Gear VR works with any device which works with the Samsung Galaxy phones. The nice thing about this is that it can also, without depairing it, also work with a PC. I have "upgraded" to this from an older, mini-controller, also by Steelseries (which I've deprecated to my old S7 and 2015 GearVR), while the Stratus Duo is working with my S10 and 2018 GearVR (the final model produced) **Q: My controller won’t turn on.** A: SS is absolute garbage now. Don't bother replacing it, just return that boat anchor! I purchased this dog and had to return it three times for the exact same THREE issues (wired connection, Bluetooth and buttons). Try another brand. **Q: Compatible with Rocket League on Steam (windows)?** A: For windows 10, be sure to install the steelseries driver on the manufacturer's website. Update the firmware if necessary. Once completed, you MUST restart your machine. Then once the controller is connected via bluetooth, it should be recognized as a 360 controller. Thus, it will work on steam. I've tested on rocket league and it works great. **Q: will this work for my ipad mini3 ios 8.4? can u play modern combat 5 with it?** A: Yessir. I have played modern combat 5 and it is ok but I cannot hear any sound. Any chance you know if there is supposed to be sound after connecting the nimbus? ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Pretty good. *by P***O on December 17, 2018* This joystick is very, very nice, made of durable materials, really clicky and tactile buttons that have a fast response time. It's very comfortable in the hand, although it's quite hefty weight-wise since you have to add additional batteries inside of the joystick and it might make it a little tiring to hold for prolonged periods of time. The other thing that might not be as good is that it's Bluetooth connected and it requires your desktop to have an adapter or have Bluetooth integrated. The connection is kind of spotty at times, given the fact that the adapter is right next to me, but that might be because the adapter is not very high end. Also, the initial pairing is kind of slow, first off, you need to download the drivers from the SteelSeries website, then connect the device via Bluetooth to the PC, but for some reason it takes 1 + minute for the pair to work. The joystick doesn't 'remember' devices for some reason and when you connect it to your phone for example you have re-pair it with your PC once more because for some reason it doesn't connect automatically. Overall, it's a pretty good joystick if you don't have to switch devices often and you use it on your PC only, like I do, it's reliable, battery hasn't budget in 2 weeks of everyday usage which is amazing and it's a pretty reliable piece of electronics. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ GREAT CONTROLLER PLUS MY WINDOWS 10 FIX *by A***N on September 23, 2018* I bought this disregarding all the bad reviews which was a good call. Amazing controller. You just have to have a little patience to set it up. Do not use Bluetooth in the windows 10 settings, if you've already done that, go to Bluetooth settings and remove it. Now you have to go to the control panel and click on hardware and sound > devices and printers > add device (top left corner) it will find the "steel series stratus xl" controller and set it up, but this is not the device you need. (by the way you might need to hold down the connection button on the top for 5-10 seconds to reset it) After that device is installed right click it and remove it, then power off the stratus xl and back on again. It should automatically install "HID compliant game controller" this what you need to use or else you will not have any input. If it connects successfully you should have the first led light up on the controller (sometimes the second one). If you want to test input go to start and type joy.cpl and hit enter (there should be "steel series xinput controller" here) click properties and you should be able to test input. This wasn't something I discovered I found it on a reddit thread after hours of research. I will add some pictures so you can understand what I mean. Don't give up, it might take some fiddling around with. This is working on windows 10 build 1803 as of yet. All functionality of Steelseries engine is pretty much lost but it never worked for me anyways. Android works perfectly. **update** Amazon took down my review for my reddit link and pictures? I don't know but I hope this still helps some people. Putting it back up ### ⭐ Don't waste your money *by A***X on February 18, 2017* I've used two of these controllers now, and in the end, if I could rate 0 stars, I would. I bought this because it's bluetooth and supposed to be gaming grade, and I needed a better controller for the PC for my racing games, and I wanted one that also worked on my galaxy s7 for the oculous headset. Well I managed to get maybe a half dozen uses from both controllers totaling about 2 hours all together per controller before they tore up beyond use. Both triggers and also the sticks quit functioning as they are supposed to and would go haywire as if I was mashing random buttons and triggers and moving the sticks around. I'm not one to abuse my electronics either. When it wasn't in use, it was kept turned off and placed under one of my monitors so it was out of the way all together. So for it to tear up so easily with so few uses, and on top of it, both controllers tore up in the exact same way, this was not just a random factory defect. The controller software for the PC is also horrible. It doesn't allow you to customize buttons or even preform a test of the buttons and ranges of motion for the triggers and sticks. It has a live test feature that shows you how everything reacts when you preform an action so you can change deadzones or alter what a button does, but it doesn't actually let you do anything. As such, I do not recommend anyone waste their money on these controllers. Sadly, I had heard from many how SteelSeries was such a great company and has high end gaming equipment, but this has only proven they manufacture garbage. My old Logitech F710 was superior to this controller and it was horrible with connectivity even... ## Frequently Bought Together - SteelSeries Stratus Bluetooth Mobile Gaming Controller - Android, Windows, VR - 40+ Hour Battery Life - Supports Fortnite Mobile - Hermitshell Hard EVA Travel Case Fits SteelSeries Nimbus Wireless Gaming Controller --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.be/products/20328353-steelseries-stratus-bluetooth-mobile-gaming-controller-android-windows-vr-40](https://www.desertcart.be/products/20328353-steelseries-stratus-bluetooth-mobile-gaming-controller-android-windows-vr-40) --- *Product available on Desertcart Belgium* *Store origin: BE* *Last updated: 2026-04-25*