Steam Controller price comparison: Here's how Valve's controller measures up

Valve priced the new Steam Controller at $99, with sales starting May 4.

That puts it above standard gamepads like the Xbox Wireless Controller and DualSense, but below elite $200-class options.

The controller’s PC-first features — haptic trackpads, gyro input, back buttons, and bundled accessories — help justify the premium.

The article frames it as a strong middle ground: more capable than mainstream pads, less expensive than pro and modular rivals.