From the moment I first saw the Lenovo Legion Go, it was easy to see that the gaming handheld took after Nintendo Switch more than Steam Deck and ROG Ally did. Like Nintendo’s hybrid console, the Legion Go offers a built-in kickstand and detachable controllers. But unlike Nintendo’s system, the Legion Go doesn’t come with wrist straps and at launch, there weren’t any accessories to unite the two detached controllers into one gamepad.
JSAUX Handle Strap Kit for Legion Go aims to add these conveniences with a three-part accessory set which includes a silicone protective cover, handle straps, and a controller base. I’ve been playing my Legion Go for a few days with these accessories in place. Here’s what I discovered.
This review was made possible thanks to a review unit provided by JSAUX. The company did not see the contents of this review before publishing.
JSAUX Handle Strap Kit for Legion Go: Price and availability
JSAUX is no stranger to gaming handheld accessories. The company has produced several useful docking stations, gaming handheld stands, special cables, and more, which is one reason why I wanted to take a look at this new kit.
The JSAUX Handle Strap Kit for Legion Go comes in two versions: a three-part set with a $25.99 MSRP or an upcoming two-part set with a $19.99 MSRP. The two-part set will launch soon and include two handle straps and the controller base. Meanwhile, the three-part set is currently available at the time of writing and adds a silicone protective cover to the grouping.
You can purchase the JSAUX Handle Strap Kit for Legion Go either at Amazon or the JSAUX website.
JSAUX Handle Strap Kit for Legion Go: What’s good
Altogether, each of the parts that comes in this set are easy to install and uninstall. The accessories known as the handle straps are made of a black plastic with magnets inside. I simply slide these over the end Legion Go controller connections until I hear a click. Then, when the two halves are near enough, they attract to each other forming a sturdy bond that doesn’t wriggle or rock. When I want to reattach the controller to the gaming handheld, I can effortlessly pull the two halves apart and remove the accessory.
Something I appreciate is that the color of the handle strap plastic is really close to the color of the Legion Go controllers. It’s not a perfect match, but it’s close enough to the point that you won’t think they look out of place.
The handle straps are named after the rope-like thread that issues from their bottom sides. Like with a Nintendo Joy-Con, the attached clasp allows me to tighten the straps around my wrists so that I don’t accidentally drop the expensive controllers while playing games. They’re comfortable enough to wear for long stretches. Now, these straps aren’t as necessary on this handheld since Legion Go controllers don’t support motion control, but it’s a good precaution if you need it. If nothing else, they could be useful for children who might be less careful when playing.
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Meanwhile, the soft and rubbery silicone cover slips over the magnetically joined controller halves without wrapping too tightly. This makes it easy to slide it on or off as I see fit. But it doesn’t slide off on its own. There are holes for the back buttons, mouse wheel, and triggers. However, the bumpers do get covered in a thin strap of silicone, which is probably there to provide a stronger shape overall.
With this cover in place, I still find it easy to access all of the buttons and triggers. Moreover, it adds a bit more grip to the gamepad, which makes it comfier to hold while I play my games. It doesn’t add much to the weight of the overall controller, either. I also noted that these accessories didn’t get in the way of my controller functionality at all, so I was able to play my games like normal.
Finally, the controller base looks a lot like the one that comes with the Legion Go, and even magnetically holds the controller in position. However, its design gives it room to hold the right controller with its handle strap in place. It works just like the official FPS Mode base, to the point that I forgot it wasn’t the original accessory.
JSAUX Handle Strap Kit for Legion Go: What I don’t like
One inconvenient thing about this kit is that the actual wrist strap rope cannot easily be detached from the plastic. Nintendo Switch includes these ropes separately, and you tie them into the attachment.
However, these are tied somewhere inside the casing, which means I cannot detach them without taking a screwdriver to the accessory or cutting them off. This feels like a lot of effort for such a small inconvenience. I tried shoving these ropes inside the silicon case, but they’re too long, and the plastic adjustment piece bulges wherever it sits, so that doesn’t work.
As it is, these straps are supposed to flow out from the bottom of the silicon case in a way that often tickled my wrists. When the two controller halves are connected, you aren’t necessarily intended to wear the straps. Putting them around my wrists at such close proximity prevented the tickling sensation but gave me limited movement, which wasn’t great.
Meanwhile, the strap also juts out from the base of the right controller when it is installed into the controller base. This honestly isn’t the worst thing ever, since it slides out of the way and didn’t get in the way of my movements. But the thought that it might get in the way plagued me the whole time and made me swipe it aside during gaming sessions.
JSAUX Handle Strap Kit for Legion Go: Competition
While not a large market, there are a few other Legion Go controller accessories on Amazon and likely some other retailers. I haven’t tried it myself, but there’s this Generic Legion Go Joycon Controller Connector, which sells for $29.99 at Amazon. You slide the two halves of the Legion Go gamepad onto one plastic middle piece, and this gives a more traditional controller shape.
If you want to see some of our favorite peripherals, you’ll want to check out our list of the best Legion Go accessories.
JSAUX Handle Strap Kit for Legion Go: Should you buy it?
✅ You should buy this if…
- You want to unite the two Legion Go controller halves into one gamepad: Thanks to the magnetic design of the handle straps and the silicon cover, this kit helps the two detached controllers feel like one entity.
- You need something that secures the controllers to your hands: While it’s not as common to fling your Legion Go controllers around as you do Nintendo Switch Joy-Con, having the strap ensures that you don’t accidentally drop and damage these expensive controllers.
❌ You should not buy this if…
- You’d prefer an accessory that makes it easier to remove the straps: This Legion Go accessory would be more convenient if it was easier to remove the ropes from the plastic accessory. As it is, they can sometimes get in the way.
- You don’t detach your controllers from your Legion Go: If you prefer to play in handheld mode with your controllers attached to the Legion Go, then there’s obviously no need to purchase this accessory set.
If you prefer to play your PC games on Legion Go with the controllers detached then you should consider getting the JSAUX Handle Strap Kit. The plastic attachments magnetically hold the two halves together, making them form a more traditional controller shape. Meanwhile, the silicone case provides additional grip with its soft rubber for a comfortable experience overall.
It’s also easy to install and uninstall each of the three separate parts. However, the ropes dangling from the plastic handle strap accessories take more effort to remove if you don’t want them there. They can be a little awkward when they flow out from the controller, so it would be nicer if they were designed a little differently. Still, I was able to have good gaming sessions while using these accessories, and I recommend them to anyone who is interested.
JSAUX Handle Strap Kit for Legion Go
This set of three accessories unites the Legion Go’s detached controllers into one gamepad via magnetic handle straps and a silicone cover. It also includes an FPS mode controller base that fits the right controller while the handle strap is installed.
