Hardware Any grip recommendations?

[Anakin1138]

I just picked up a Vita slim. On my 3ds I have really enjoyed getting a grip for it, as it really helps with my hand cramping for longer play sessions. After minimal play, I think I would enjoy the same for the Vita, but as I've looked at grip options, I'm also seeing these grips that give L3/R3 buttons for the back (or L2/R2 - I see them described as both). I haven't tried too much PS4 play yet, but I suspect I (and my son) will, so that option sounds interesting to me.

Does anyone have any recommendations on these different grip options for the slim? Thanks for any insights!

 

[Ryccardo]

I'm also seeing these grips that give L3/R3 buttons for the back (or L2/R2 - I see them described as both).

Different things, the deal is that while playing PS1/PS3/PS4 games you also get 4 softkeys on the bottom touchscreen. By default they're L2/R2 on the top side and L3/R3 on the bottom one, so some grips decide to cover the bottom panel and include 2 or 4 of what's effectively a fixed smartphone pen to add these "buttons"; some grips only add the 2s and leave part of the bottom exposed, in which case you may be able to fit a removable accessory for the 3s; most PS1 games don't use the 3s, for instance

The picture of this one even shows them clearly: https://www.ebay.it/itm/162202500688

Every single grip I've seen, whether for 1000 or 2000, looks like a disaster

 

[Anakin1138]

Yeah, that's my concern. If I decide to experiment without a good lead, I definitely won't overinvest in the experiment. Thanks!

 

[Tikker]

I've got a couple of these
I have this one: https://www.amazon.ca/CTA-CTAVITHG-...8&qid=1521044698&sr=8-2&keywords=ps+vita+grip
and it's pretty great to be honest. I've gotten so I barely touch my vita without it


I also bought the L2/R2 grip when it was first available on play-asia

https://www.amazon.ca/Handle-Joypad...1521044769&sr=1-3&keywords=ps+vita+grip+l2/r2

it's nice as well. it's not as comfortable for just vita stuff, so I only throw it on when i know i'm doing some remote play. but it's so much nicer than trying to remember to use the touchpad in the back

 

[Anakin1138]

That first looks intriguing as a first attempt. Reviews on it for the slim Vita are mixed. Which Vita do you use it with?

 

[Tikker]

just specify the slim version (i use the original, 1000)

https://www.amazon.ca/SODIAL-Joypad...=1521077101&sr=8-1&keywords=ps+vita+2000+grip

 

[mrwili3ds]

I have the R2/L2 and R3/L3 version. It feels great! Now I don't play without it