Gaming / Controllers Brands

True North: 13/100

PlayStation is a global gaming brand specializing in consoles and accessories, owned by the Japanese-based Sony Group Corporation. While they offer a standard one-year warranty, they do not currently sell direct-to-consumer in Canada, instead utilizing a network of authorized national retailers.

True North: 13/100

Nintendo is a global leader in video game entertainment, owned by the Japanese parent company Nintendo Co., Ltd. While they have a Canadian subsidiary, direct orders from the My Nintendo Store ship from the United States, meaning Canadian customers may be responsible for import duties and cross-border returns.

True North: 10/100

Biogenik is a private-label gaming accessory brand owned by GameStop Corp. (USA), specializing in budget-friendly controllers and peripherals. The brand is primarily distributed through GameStop Canada, with products shipping domestically from Ontario.

True North: 10/100

Nacon is a French gaming peripheral brand specializing in high-performance controllers and headsets. Owned by the Bigben Group and headquartered in France, the brand primarily serves the Canadian market through authorized third-party retailers rather than direct sales.

True North: 0/100

Turtle Beach is a major American gaming peripheral brand specializing in headsets and controllers, owned by the New York-based Turtle Beach Corporation. While they maintain a Canadian-facing website, products ship from the United States, and the brand explicitly states that Canadian customers are responsible for import duties and taxes.

True North: 0/100

Fanatec is a premium sim racing hardware brand owned by the German company Endor AG. While they offer high-performance controllers and peripherals, Canadian buyers should be aware that products ship from the US, and the consumer is responsible for all import duties and taxes.

True North: 0/100

HyperX is a major gaming peripheral brand specializing in headsets and PC accessories, owned by the American firm HP Inc. The brand is well-supported in Canada through domestic shipping via the HP Store and a network of authorized national retailers.

True North: 0/100

GameSir is a manufacturer of gaming peripherals, primarily known for mobile and console controllers. The brand is owned by Guangzhou Chicken Run Network Technology Co., Ltd. in China, and Canadian consumers should note that direct orders ship internationally and may incur customs duties.

True North: 0/100

ASUS is a Taiwan-based global leader in consumer electronics, including laptops, desktops, and gaming hardware. They operate a dedicated Canadian e-store with domestic shipping, though specific manufacturing origins for individual product lines are not explicitly disclosed on their site.

True North: 0/100

Backbone specializes in high-performance mobile gaming controllers designed for smartphone integration. The company is owned by US-based Backbone Labs, Inc., and while they ship internationally, Canadian customers should be aware that orders ship from the US and may incur import duties.

True North: 0/100

Scuf Gaming is a leading manufacturer of high-performance, customizable gaming controllers, owned by the American company Corsair Gaming, Inc. While the brand emphasizes that its products are hand-built in the USA and UK, Canadian buyers face high cross-border risk as orders ship from the US and are subject to import duties and taxes.

True North: 0/100

8BitDo is a Hong Kong-based manufacturer of video game peripherals specializing in retro-themed controllers. While they offer a direct-to-consumer shop, Canadian buyers face high logistical risks including international shipping, potential import duties, and cross-border returns.

True North: 0/100

HORI is a Japanese manufacturer specializing in video game controllers and accessories, headquartered in Yokohama. While they offer a 90-day warranty, they do not ship directly to Canada from their official US website, requiring Canadian consumers to purchase through authorized retailers like Amazon or Best Buy.

True North: 0/100

Thrustmaster is a French-owned brand specializing in high-performance gaming controllers and headsets for flight and racing simulations. While owned by Guillemot Corporation S.A. in France, most manufacturing details are not explicitly disclosed on their website, and direct orders to Canada ship from the United States, posing a high risk of import duties.

True North: 0/100

Anker is a global leader in mobile charging technology, offering a wide range of power banks, chargers, and cables. The brand is owned by Anker Innovations, headquartered in Changsha, China, and maintains a dedicated Canadian web store with local shipping fulfillment.

True North: 0/100

PDP is a major manufacturer of video game controllers and headsets, currently owned by the American firm Turtle Beach Corporation. While they ship to Canada, buyers should be aware that orders originate from the US and may be subject to import duties.

True North: 0/100

PowerA is a manufacturer of officially licensed gaming controllers and accessories, owned by the US-based ACCO Brands Corporation. While they offer direct shipping to Canada, consumers should be aware that orders are shipped from the US and may be subject to import duties and taxes.

True North: 0/100

SteelSeries is a Danish gaming peripheral brand specializing in high-performance headsets, keyboards, and mice. It is owned by the Denmark-based GN Group, and while products are designed in Copenhagen, direct orders to Canada are shipped from the US and are subject to import duties.

True North: 0/100

Razer is a global leader in high-performance gaming hardware, including laptops, peripherals, and ergonomic furniture. Headquartered in Singapore and the USA, the brand offers a direct Canadian shipping experience where import duties are pre-paid by the company.

True North: 0/100

Xbox is a major video gaming brand owned by the American technology company Microsoft. They offer hardware, software, and services directly to Canadians through a localized online store with domestic shipping and clear 1-year warranty terms, though specific manufacturing locations are not disclosed on their website.

True North: 0/100

SanDisk is a global leader in flash storage solutions, including memory cards and USB drives, owned by the US-based Western Digital Corporation. For Canadian consumers, the brand offers a direct online store that explicitly covers all customs duties and brokerage fees, reducing the risk of surprise cross-border costs.

True North: 0/100

Spigen is a global leader in mobile accessories, headquartered in California and owned by the South Korean parent company Spigen Korea Co., Ltd. While they offer a robust 2-year warranty, Canadian consumers buying direct should be prepared for potential import duties as all orders ship from their US warehouse.

True North: 0/100

Belkin is a global leader in consumer electronics accessories, specializing in power, connectivity, and audio solutions, owned by Taiwan-based Foxconn Interconnect Technology. While the brand maintains a dedicated Canadian website, products ship from the United States, and customers are responsible for all import duties and taxes.

True North: 0/100

Logitech is a Swiss-headquartered manufacturer of computer peripherals and software, including keyboards, mice, and streaming equipment. While the brand emphasizes Swiss design, its primary manufacturing occurs in its own facility in Suzhou, China.