The best Xbox One accessories for 2022

The best Xbox One accessories can not only rejuvenate your previous-gen setup, but can also provide a cheaper alternative to new Xbox Series X gear. Thanks to the Series X's backwards compatibility, Xbox One accessories have never looked so good. Prices are dropping and tech is improving, which means there's some serious value up for grabs right now.

After all, grabbing a console can be expensive enough as it is - the Xbox Series X price is $499 after all - so spending even more on Xbox One accessories isn't exactly ideal. The good news, though, is that if you have managed to scoop up an Xbox Series X restock or an Xbox Series S deal, the age of Xbox One gadgets means they often come in significantly cheaper than their new generation counterparts. That's why we've rounded up the lowest prices and best offers, saving you money as well as time. 

There isn't a shortage of great gear out there, so we've narrowed this list down to the most essential, genuinely helpful bits of kit that no Xbox owner should be without. Plus, all of this gear can hold its own against the best Xbox Series X accessories to boot. Want an external hard drive for less or a gaming headset for greater immersion? You're in the right place - these are the best Xbox One accessories money can buy.

The best Xbox One accessories available right now

We're rounding up all the best controllers, headsets, hard drives and subscription services for your Xbox just below, as well as their lowest prices. 

Xbox One controllers

If you want precision and exceptionally high build-quality, you want the Xbox One Elite Wireless Controller Series 2. With programmable buttons, back paddles, and thumbsticks that can be swapped for performance-targeted alternatives, this is one of the best Xbox One controllers available. It's also an improvement on the original Elite in almost every way.

This superb device builds on all the excellent qualities of the standard Xbox One wireless controller (namely the excellent d-pad and responsive shoulder buttons) while adding a huge amount of customization options and additional features along the way. The clicky rear paddles are fantastic, a great way to rebind controls that normally live on the d-pad to a spot you can reach without having to lift off the analog sticks, and being able to swap the function of literally every button means you can tailor the Elite to suit your personal play style. It looks, feels, and plays like a truly premium controller, and even tops our roundup of the best controllers for PC gaming (opens in new tab).

Read more: Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 review (opens in new tab)

If you fancy a pro controller and are open to the idea of buying from third-party manufacturers, Razer's Wolverine Ultimate is a very respectable choice. Razer produces a whole roster of Xbox One accessories and this entry is a high-quality handset decked out with a lot of cool features. Additionally, it's a bit more versatile than Microsoft's Elite Series 2.

Besides interchangeable thumbsticks and d-pads, the Wolverine Ultimate also throws in four extra back buttons and two bonus shoulder buttons so you never have to take your thumbs off the sticks. That's a huge advantage in shooters like Call of Duty: Warzone (opens in new tab) - you can respond a few milliseconds faster than your opponent.

Meanwhile, eye-catching Razer Chroma lighting helps it stand out even more. The onboard media controllers are a nice touch as well.

With the Xbox Series X came a new generation of the best Xbox controllers. The new Wireless controller (dubbed the Core in some stores) offers up a far more tactile experience as well as a super-fast connection, button mapping, better ergonomic grip, and a hybrid D-pad. This is still a AA battery operated piece of gear, but of course you'll find more Xbox One accessories to fix that. 

The new Xbox controller is also directly compatible with Xbox One, which means you can still make the most of new share features as well. You'll receive one Xbox controller with your console, but picking up a second one is a must for anyone looking to get some couch play going. 

Xbox One headsets

Want the very best Xbox One headset (opens in new tab)? You want the SteelSeries Arctis 9X. Specially engineered to run wirelessly on the console, it offers superb audio to go with its very respectable battery-life. Because of that trademark SteelSeries headband, this is also a headset you can use for hours without getting uncomfortable - it's fairly light at 1.2lbs / 372g.

As for the mic, it's an excellent piece of kit with good noise-cancelling and the option to retract if it's not in use. Although you can't remove the mic entirely, being able to retract it almost out of sight is handy if you want to use the Arctis 9X for music or podcasts on the go (you can connect to phones or tablets via Bluetooth or a 3.5mm wire).

Overall, then? This is a great choice if you're looking for a high-quality gaming headset for Xbox.

Read more: SteelSeries Arctis 9X review (opens in new tab)

The Turtle Beach Stealth 700 improves upon previous iterations in a number of ways. From improved memory foam cushions with Aerofit cooling to larger drivers capable of pumping out some incredible sound, these are one of the best Xbox One accessories on the market right now. 

The comfort adjustments mean you'll be covered for long play sessions here without any ear pinching or frustration for those who wear glasses. There's some serious bass to contend with here, which offers up a pounding accompaniment to more fast-paced action experiences. Plus, you're getting Superhuman Hearing mode to emphasize those finer details in online shooters. 

Microsoft has launched its own headset, the official Xbox Wireless headset for both Xbox Series X and Xbox One. Not only does it offer a high quality audio experience with the comfort to match, but it manages to pack all those features in to a simply $99 / £89 price tag as well. You'll find this model at the top of our guide to the best Xbox Series X headsets, but it's fully compatible with the older model as well. 

That's designed to compete with Sony's own DualSense which offers PlayStation players some official cups at the same price, but the Xbox Wireless headset far outperforms its rivals when it comes to affordability. 

You're getting a clear soundscape and powerful bass, with a solid surround sound system baked in as well. However, it's the mic quality that we were particularly impressed by, offering up clear, bright audio. Official Xbox One accessories like this also offer a solid wireless Bluetooth connection as well. 

Xbox One hard drives

While there may be a good amount of memory on an Xbox, it’ll run out sooner than you think. This is why an external hard drive is one of the most important Xbox One accessories to consider. Our pick here - WD’s 4TB My Passport Portable - will sort all of your storage problems, and sits at the top of our guide to the best Xbox One external hard drives.

Gaming's hunger for storage is growing at a frightening pace, pushing up to 100GB or beyond for the latest triple-A titles. And that voraciousness only grows when you factor in digital add-ons and DLC, not to mention the huge number of patches and updates that modern games all require. Finding space to fit more than a handful of games on the included drive in your Xbox is becoming more and more of a chore, so grab a huge 4TB drive and put your storage anxieties to bed.

This flashy little number from Toshiba is a great choice if you'd like to save a bit of cash; it's handsome, doesn't require an additional power source, and will plug straight into the Xbox's USB port. And even though you're not getting masses of memory, it's enough to supplement your console.

More importantly, the Canvio Advance has a read and write speed to match the best HDDs on the market. Crucially, it's often available at or below $50 / £50 - an absolute steal for what you're getting.

Xbox One Subscriptions

Microsoft's subscription services offer some of the absolute best Xbox One accessories out there. However, there are plenty of ways to get around their monthly prices. You'll find all the latest Xbox Live Gold deals and Xbox Game Pass deals just below.

Xbox Live Gold

You won't get far without Xbox Live, so it definitely earns the top spot on this list. Want to venture into online multiplayer by yourself or with friends? You can forget it without this subscription service. We'd recommend picking up the 12-month membership as a result - that's the best value for money in the long term.

There are other benefits to take advantage of outside multiplayer, too; members of Xbox Live get access to regular discounts. They also receive free games each month via the 'Games with Gold' initiative. That in itself makes the price tag worth paying. 

Xbox Game Pass Ultimate

If you're planning to pick up Xbox Game Pass, it's worth considering the 'Ultimate' version. Although this one's a little more expensive, it gets you Xbox Game Pass for consoles, Xbox Live Gold, and Xbox Game Pass for PC. That's exceptional value for money when you take into account the sheer volume of games you're getting and that's exactly what makes it one of the best Xbox One accessories going. It also means you don't have to worry about picking up Xbox Live for your online gaming needs. 

To save you a bit of cash, we've listed the most up-to-date reductions on Xbox Game Pass Ultimate below.

For more savings, check out our guide to the latest Xbox controller deals. Or for more equipment, take a look at the best Nintendo Switch accessories and best PS5 accessories for more inspiration.