Analog Stick Cap Circle Pad Replacement 3D Joystick Cover for New 3DS / 3DS / 3DSLL / 3DSXL / 2DS Controller (Dark Gray)

Good replacement

I was initially skeptical to buy these as many others mentioned they were smaller than the original. However, once I had the new analog sticks in hand (it came with two) I was immediately relieved. It has a rubbery but slightly smoother texture than the OEM analog sticks. Regarding the size, it is barely smaller which still allows it to function identically to the original. Another worry I had when I initially bought these sourced from another review saying that they used isopropyl alcohol to clean them and they immediately deteriorated. I can safely report that this is not the case as I tried cleaning it with isopropyl alcohol and a q-tip. It cleaned and dried as expected. I'd imagine that if you rubbed hard enough that it would damage the stick but I assume that gentle cleaning wouldn't. I'd highly recommend getting these and finding a video on how to replace it on your device. Using these on a 2DS system was a pretty simple process.

Purchased to repair my new 3ds xl after the original joystick cap wore out. Matched the dimensions of the original perfectly and the cover material feels even better than the original in my opinion.

My original review disappeared, this was an excellent fit I tried to provide a picture but it wouldnt let me, it wont feel the same but you can hardly tell the difference it was a wonderful replacement to my sisters 3ds which I repaired by myself!!

As headline says, the thumbstick is just a tad smaller than the original, but I actually kind of prefer it that way! Feels nice and is easy to move around. Installation is also very easy and beginner friendly, just take it slow and you won't screw anything up.