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product_id: 39574878
title: "eXtremeRate White Replacement Faceplate Front Housing Shell with Thumbstick Accent Rings for Xbox One Elite Remote Controller Model 1698 - Controller NOT Included"
brand: "extremerate"
price: "£16.88"
currency: GBP
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 9
category: "E Xtreme Rate"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/39574878-extremerate-white-replacement-faceplate-front-housing-shell-with-thumbstick-accent
store_origin: GB
region: United Kingdom
---

# Durable white ABS plastic shell Perfect fit for Xbox One Elite 1698 Includes T8H screwdriver & pry tool eXtremeRate White Replacement Faceplate Front Housing Shell with Thumbstick Accent Rings for Xbox One Elite Remote Controller Model 1698 - Controller NOT Included

**Brand:** extremerate
**Price:** £16.88
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> ⚡ Upgrade your Elite, own the game with style and precision!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** eXtremeRate White Replacement Faceplate Front Housing Shell with Thumbstick Accent Rings for Xbox One Elite Remote Controller Model 1698 - Controller NOT Included by extremerate
- **How much does it cost?** £16.88 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/39574878-extremerate-white-replacement-faceplate-front-housing-shell-with-thumbstick-accent)

## Best For

- extremerate enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted extremerate brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Complete DIY Kit:** Everything you need for a pro-grade install—tools, screws, and accent rings included.
- • **Sleek White Aesthetic:** Stand out with a crisp, durable white finish that elevates your controller’s style.
- • **Precision Fit & Finish:** Flush mounting with secure clips ensures your controller looks factory-fresh and feels premium.
- • **Elite-Level Compatibility:** Specifically engineered for Xbox One Elite Model 1698—no compromises on fit or function.
- • **Customizable Thumbstick Accents:** Add subtle flair with included thumbstick rings—because details matter.

## Overview

The eXtremeRate White Replacement Faceplate is a high-quality ABS plastic front housing shell designed exclusively for the Xbox One Elite Controller Model 1698. It includes essential installation tools and thumbstick accent rings, delivering a sleek white finish that refreshes your controller’s look while maintaining precise fit and function. Ideal for gamers who want to personalize and extend the life of their Elite controller with a professional-grade DIY upgrade.

## Description

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Review: Pretty and Functional - I purchased this and installed it on 03/18/2021. I will follow up on this on 09/18/2021 to let you know how the fit and finish hold up, especially the finish because these have a reputation for beginning to flake after a certain point. Picture from 3/18 included, will include a 9/18 pic when I re-review. Fit and finish are great, screws in and installs nicely, acceptably, but not perfectly, in spec, alignment is acceptable. I can confirm what everyone else says, there is a gap. Durability will be discussed in my 6 month follow up. If I follow up earlier than that it is because the paint job and texture failed faster than that. If this does fail, I will go into detail about approximately how many hours they were used, what type of game, the size of the hands using them, all that stuff. But hopefully that doesn't happen. About other comments.... SO, I decided I was going to completely take this sucker apart to CLEAN it because some of the buttons were sticking and I wanted to know why. So: 1) For the love of christ washing your hands before you play with a controller. the buttons stick because so much gunk from your hands and other environmental debris accumulates in the button area of the controller. I wiped the rubber gasket and the buttons down liberally with 90% isopropyl alcohol (INDIVIDUAL PIECES DO NOT POUR LIQUID ONTO YOUR CONTROLLER). I removed so much gunk it nearly grossed me out. 2)SO, that being said, as far as buttons being recessed, the fit not being functional, etc etc etc. That might be the case. I've only installed one of these. But on mine, I deep cleaned every button as well as the rubber gasket cradle the buttons sit in, and cleaned all the contact points between this new shell, the screws, and the controller, and yes, there is a gap, but the buttons were elevated just fine, the bumpers and triggers work fine, the profile button works same as before, and it's very pretty. 3) Will follow up with a pic in 6 months to let you know if the finish held up.
Review: Brought New Life to My Elite Controller - I’ve been using the same original Elite controller since 2017. I really like it, mostly due to the removable battery pack and ability to use Scuf paddles that fit where the battery door is that isn’t compatible with the new Elite controllers. Unfortunately, the soft touch material on the faceplate is becoming sticky and holds lint and dust that won’t easily wipe off. I was looking for a replacement faceplate and this one stood out by far. I was hesitant about going with a new color scheme over black but it looks incredibly good. The texture feels great too, it isn’t soft touch but it has just enough texture to it to not feel like a cheap, glossy plastic. I watched a few teardowns on YouTube and decided to slightly file down the standoffs on the new faceplate to hopefully help the faceplate sit slightly lower so the buttons still stick out as much as they did with the factory faceplate. So far it feels about the same as the original but I have noticed a few areas where the dimensions aren’t perfect and it sticks out a bit at the bottom, but I will take that over the sticky and worn old faceplate. I also added a little foam bumper underneath the faceplate by the profile slider as it was slightly loose and rattled around and that fixed the issue. Great product for the money, and I hope to get as many years out of this faceplate as I did the original one. Highly recommended for anyone still using the original Elite controller.

## Features

- Compatibility Models: Compatible with Xbox One Elite controller (Model 1698); Not compatible with standard Xbox One, Xbox One X & Xbox One S and Xbox One Elite series 2 controller
- Fits Perfectly: Fit the best by far; Completely fits flush on all side; Sit properly on all the clips
- Package Includes: 1* Xbox One Elite controller faceplate shell; 1* T8H screwdriver; 1* Pry tool; 5* screws; 2* Accent rings. (Important: The Xbox One Elite controller, tools and other parts are not included)
- Installation Skills Required: Required customers to take apart the xbox one elite controller to install this front housing shell; Required customers handy with controller modifications; Get installation video guide on Youtobe by searching “Extremerate Elite Shell”
- Personalized Feature: Made of durable ABS plastic; The white color looks great; Would be awesome if you combine it with our controller replacement side rails

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B06VXD2W5Y |
| Best Sellers Rank | #27,223 in Video Games ( See Top 100 in Video Games ) #90 in Xbox One Faceplates, Protectors & Skins |
| Brand | eXtremeRate |
| Color | White |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (1,699) |
| Enclosure Material | Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS), Plastic |
| Finish | Matte |
| Hardware Platform | Xbox One |
| Item Dimensions W x H | 4.53"W x 0.59"H |
| Item Weight | 50 Grams |
| Manufacturer | Extremerate |
| Mfr Part Number | XOEP002 |
| Model Number | XOEP002 |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** eXtremeRate
- **Color:** White
- **Finish Type:** Matte
- **Hardware Platform:** Xbox One
- **Material:** Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS), Plastic

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Does it come with the Hennessy, or do I have to supply my own?**
A: Ugh, NO. Mine came with Hardy Red Corner. I guess it's still technically cognac but I prefer my products to show up as advertised. Still, it's a really nice shell, fits and feels great, so I forgive eXtremeRate.

**Q: Why does it need 3.5mm jack if standard controller has 3.5 and its a face plate**
A: Sorry, this product is only compatible with Xbox One Elite controller, NOT compatible with standard Xbox One controller.

**Q: does this come with installation pieces or need to buy separately?**
A: It comes with screwdriver to take apart your Xbox One Elite controller.

**Q: Does this fit the elite 2 controller?**
A: Sorry, this product doesn't fit with the elite 2 controllers.
The faceplate for the elite 2 controllers is expected to be released next week, please stay tuned!

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Pretty and Functional
*by K***R on March 19, 2021*

I purchased this and installed it on 03/18/2021. I will follow up on this on 09/18/2021 to let you know how the fit and finish hold up, especially the finish because these have a reputation for beginning to flake after a certain point. Picture from 3/18 included, will include a 9/18 pic when I re-review. Fit and finish are great, screws in and installs nicely, acceptably, but not perfectly, in spec, alignment is acceptable. I can confirm what everyone else says, there is a gap. Durability will be discussed in my 6 month follow up. If I follow up earlier than that it is because the paint job and texture failed faster than that. If this does fail, I will go into detail about approximately how many hours they were used, what type of game, the size of the hands using them, all that stuff. But hopefully that doesn't happen. About other comments.... SO, I decided I was going to completely take this sucker apart to CLEAN it because some of the buttons were sticking and I wanted to know why. So: 1) For the love of christ washing your hands before you play with a controller. the buttons stick because so much gunk from your hands and other environmental debris accumulates in the button area of the controller. I wiped the rubber gasket and the buttons down liberally with 90% isopropyl alcohol (INDIVIDUAL PIECES DO NOT POUR LIQUID ONTO YOUR CONTROLLER). I removed so much gunk it nearly grossed me out. 2)SO, that being said, as far as buttons being recessed, the fit not being functional, etc etc etc. That might be the case. I've only installed one of these. But on mine, I deep cleaned every button as well as the rubber gasket cradle the buttons sit in, and cleaned all the contact points between this new shell, the screws, and the controller, and yes, there is a gap, but the buttons were elevated just fine, the bumpers and triggers work fine, the profile button works same as before, and it's very pretty. 3) Will follow up with a pic in 6 months to let you know if the finish held up.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Brought New Life to My Elite Controller
*by J***G on June 10, 2024*

I’ve been using the same original Elite controller since 2017. I really like it, mostly due to the removable battery pack and ability to use Scuf paddles that fit where the battery door is that isn’t compatible with the new Elite controllers. Unfortunately, the soft touch material on the faceplate is becoming sticky and holds lint and dust that won’t easily wipe off. I was looking for a replacement faceplate and this one stood out by far. I was hesitant about going with a new color scheme over black but it looks incredibly good. The texture feels great too, it isn’t soft touch but it has just enough texture to it to not feel like a cheap, glossy plastic. I watched a few teardowns on YouTube and decided to slightly file down the standoffs on the new faceplate to hopefully help the faceplate sit slightly lower so the buttons still stick out as much as they did with the factory faceplate. So far it feels about the same as the original but I have noticed a few areas where the dimensions aren’t perfect and it sticks out a bit at the bottom, but I will take that over the sticky and worn old faceplate. I also added a little foam bumper underneath the faceplate by the profile slider as it was slightly loose and rattled around and that fixed the issue. Great product for the money, and I hope to get as many years out of this faceplate as I did the original one. Highly recommended for anyone still using the original Elite controller.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good stuff.
*by M***V on September 16, 2018*

First off it looks fantastic and significantly nicer than the photo. It’s feels every bit as good as the original and as far as I can tell fits just as well. In the package you get the faceplate, a screwdriver for the special screws, and a new set of black screws. I did find the screwdriver handle small and not terribly comfortable so I used my own set but it will do if you don’t have your own. I’m also not really sure why there’s an extra set of screws. They’re not visible to begin with so having them in black doesn’t really serve a purpose imo. Nice to have if you lost one of yours I guess. Also to anyone complaining about they’re being no prying tool like in the video you need to stop. You can easily pry the grips off with your fingers.

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*Last updated: 2026-05-18*