10. Mayflash F300
Compatible with Sanwa parts, the Mayflash F300 is a multiplatform arcade stick that is weighty and firm despite its small size. Its rubber feet help it stay in place when you play.
The F300 has a turbo feature to get rapid button presses with just one press. The start button of the arcade stick is recessed, so you should not worry about pressing it by mistake.
The F300’s cable has a convenient Velcro wrap for when you store or travel with the arcade stick. You even get an additional octagonal joystick gate with the arcade stick.
If needed, the F300 has upgradeable firmware. If you are an artwork enthusiast, you can print out a design to stick on top of the arcade stick, making it represent you.
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9. Mayflash F500
The Mayflash F500 is a multiplatform arcade stick that is compatible with Sanwa parts. Its acrylic panel makes art customization easier for you. In addition, the metallic case and rubber feet increase weight & security when you play.
The F500’s cable comes out of a side compartment. Also, there is a headphone jack to help you stay in the zone during play. Furthermore, turbo support allows you to register multiple button presses by only pressing a button one time. If needed, the arcade stick’s firmware can be updated.
An octagonal joystick gate is provided as an accessory with the F500, and installing it is quite simple. The same applies to the buttons due to the easily visible screws at the bottom, so if you like modding, this arcade stick may be for you.
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8. Mayflash F700
The Mayflash F700 is wireless and has a battery that can last up to 18 hours after a 3.5 hour charge, but you can opt for a wired connection if you like. There is a headphone port as well, keeping you in the zone while you play.
The F700 is similar in design to previous fightsticks by Mayflash, and there are upgrades like a knob to switch between consoles. The art of the arcade stick is customizable, representing your personality.
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7. 8BitDo Arcade Stick
The joystick of the 8BitDo Arcade Stick feels good, and the buttons have quick disconnects for modding, making your life easier. The plastic top panel is not malleable, and the arcade stick’s weight is boosted by a thick metal plate inside.
As the 8BitDo Arcade Stick can work wirelessly, the battery can last up to 40 hours, and you only need four hours to charge it. No latency issues were detected when testing the arcade stick on a few platforms, resulting in a responsive gaming experience for you.
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6. Qanba Titan
The Qanba Titan has a Sanwa joystick and buttons, so you can expect quality performance. Also, there is a touchpad, microphone jack, and cable compartment.
The increased distance between the joystick and buttons of the Titan provides more room for your hands to move around. The arcade stick’s weight is enhanced by steel plates inside, and there is a rubber base at the bottom. As for the top panel, it is not malleable.
If you open up the Titan, you will then see the neatly color-coded interior, but if you simply need joystick access, there is a compartment at the bottom, so you do not need to unscrew the entire panel. You can even use that compartment’s lid to unscrew the joystick!
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5. Qanba Drone 2
The Qanba Drone 2 has a Qanba joystick and buttons. There is also a touchpad and audio jack. The upgraded joystick produces significant clicky feedback.
The Drone 2’s interior is organized and makes modding easy, such as if you would like to change the joystick to Sanwa. There are rubber feet at the bottom, which is where you will also find an entry point to the joystick for quicker access.
As for the size of the Drone 2, it is small enough to be considered a mini arcade stick without sacrificing space for your wrists. The arcade stick’s cable goes into its spacious right side. Overall, the arcade stick is quite light, making it optimal for you to carry. Plus, its matte black color is attractive.
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4. Qanba Obsidian 2
The Qanba Obsidian 2 is a heavier sequel to the critically acclaimed Qanba Obsidian. This arcade stick has quality parts: a Sanwa joystick and buttons. You can also find a touchpad, microphone input, and cable storage space on the left.
The base pad of the Obsidian 2 is anti-slipping, but the star of the show is the joystick interchangeability. You see, Sanwa JLF joystick tops are swappable, and included with the arcade stick is a ball top & bat top, allowing you to choose what you like.
With thumb-screw access, the compartment on the Obsidian 2’s right can hold a couple of joystick tops as well as USB cables. This compartment is not flimsy, and the same can be said about the left side compartment as well.
There is dedicated joystick access from the bottom of the Obsidian 2, and the interior of the arcade stick is neat. Otherwise, if you would like to add custom art to your arcade stick, that is possible, making the arcade stick reflect your taste (such as by displaying your favorite characters).
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3. Mayflash F300 Elite
The Mayflash F300 Elite is multiplatform and with Sanwa parts, which are responsive & durable. The joystick feels sturdy, and there is less travel distance for an input to register, so there are no dead zones.
With the F300 Elite, you even get an additional octagonal joystick gate. Of course, the buttons are nothing short of crisp, and there is turbo support. With turbo, you can press a button one time, resulting in multiple inputs. Plus, the arcade stick has updateable firmware.
The F300 Elite is robust & weighty, and its stability is aided by rubber feet. The cable has a Velcro wrap to keep it tidy for you. If you are looking to spice up the arcade stick’s minimalistic look, you can print out an artwork sticker for it, making it showcase your favorite fighting game, for example.
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2. Mayflash F500 Elite
The Mayflash F500 Elite is a multiplatform arcade stick with excellent Sanwa parts, turbo support, and upgradeable firmware. An octagonal joystick gate is also included as an accessory for you.
Replacing the F500 Elite’s joystick gate is quite easy. There are screws at the bottom that are easy to see for interior access. There is also ample wrist space, providing you comfort during play. The metal case and rubber feet enhance the weight & stability of the arcade stick.
You can use wired headphones with the F500 Elite to stay in the zone during a set of matches. The acrylic panel on top is easily removable, so if you would like to customize the arcade stick’s art with an idea of yours, you can do that.
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1. Mayflash F700 Elite
The Mayflash F700 Elite is wireless with a battery that can last up to 18 hours after only a few hours of charging, so you can enjoy a gaming marathon with it. You can also go for a wired connection.
The left side of the F700 Elite has a hinged door that reveals a storage compartment, and this compartment is where you can also find the USB-C cable. The interior is organized, and the wiring is neat, making modding easier for you.
The F700 Elite is similar in design to previous arcade sticks by Mayflash, but there are some improvements, such as a knob on the top panel to switch between consoles.
The main improvement of this arcade stick over the original F700 is the inclusion of Sanwa parts, meaning a Sanwa joystick & buttons that are responsive and durable. There is plenty of space between the joystick and buttons for your comfort when playing. Since the arcade stick is mod friendly, you can still install parts like Seimitsu ones if you like.
In addition to a microphone mute button, the F700 Elite has a headphone jack, and these features can help you stay in the zone during play. Also, through turbo mode, you can press a button just once, and that would result in multiple inputs, requiring little effort from you.
The decent weight of the F700 Elite means it should not slide around during an intense gaming session. The arcade stick is a bit bigger than the F500 as well as slightly heavier, enhancing stability for you.
One more thing: the F700 Elite’s art is customizable, and we at The Arcade Stick can provide you our artwork service to speed up the customization process. We have had plenty of experience designing art for Mayflash controllers before. After you receive your beautiful art, just take off the cover, slide your printed art under it, and put the cover back on!
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