Nintendo Switch Lite

Product Description

Introducing Nintendo Switch Lite, a new version of the Nintendo Switch system that's optimized for personal, handheld play. Nintendo Switch Lite is a small and light Nintendo Switch system at a great price. With a built-in +Control Pad, and a sleek, unibody design, Nintendo Switch Lite is great for on-the-go gaming. Nintendo Switch Lite is compatible with popular games such as Super Mario Odyssey, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, and more. If you're looking for a gaming system all your own, Nintendo Switch Lite is ready to hit the road whenever you are. Game trademarks and copyrights are properties of their respective owners. Nintendo Switch is a trademark of Nintendo. 2019 Nintendo.

Features

• Handheld Nintendo Switch gaming at a great price
• For every member of your family, there’s a member of ours
• Optimized for personal, handheld play, the Nintendo Switch Lite is a small and light Nintendo Switch system
• Features a sleek, unibody design with fully integrated controls and a built-in +Control Pad
• Compatible with all physical and digital Nintendo Switch games that support Handheld mode

Top Reviews

The better Nintendo Switch for handheld mode
by Amazon Customer (5 out of 5 stars)
September 21, 2019

For those who use/will use the Switch exclusively as a handheld device, I would recommend this system over the original Switch! Here are some things I've noticed in comparison to the original Switch so far:
- The Switch Lite is far more comfortable to hold and and use than the original Switch thanks to its smaller size and ' lite'er (hahaha) weight. I can hold this small boi for a lot longer than the larger Switch before having to put it down to rest my hands.
- All the buttons have that superior Gameboy Advance button feel, ie: they don't feel a tad too rigid and clicky like those in the larger Switch. Plus there is an actual d-pad here. The system is made of plastic and has a sort of coarse feel to it. It won't slip out of your hands too easily and feels nice to the touch.
- Screen size is a bit smaller- 5.5 inches vs the Switch's 6.2 inches, but this ties into the greater ease of use as a handheld as mentioned before. In terms of brightness and display quality I cannot say that I see any large differences. It's possibly a bit better since it's the same 720p but in a smaller screen? Anyway it looks great just like the original (and requires a screen protector just like the original.)
- The color schemes for this system are some of the best Nintendo has ever offered in my opinion. The yellow one that I got looks fantastic and I'm glad that I chose this over the turquoise and the Pokemon themed one.
- Sound output is slightly lower in terms of volume than the original Switch. This is probably because the speakers are on the underside of the system as opposed to the front. This is a minor thing though, you'll still hear your games well enough.
- The battery looks to be draining at a similar or slightly slower rate that the original (release day) Switch. However keep in mind that the newer shipments of the original Nintendo Switch are supposed to have a larger battery life.
- You will of course be missing out on a number of features: no docking to the TV/monitor, no detachable controllers, no HD rumble or IR camera, no kickstand. However as mentioned before this a pure handheld, and I believe it serves that purpose better than its larger brethren.

For anyone who already owns a Switch and is interested in this system, it's a no-brainer. The Switch Lite is maybe the best handheld made by Nintendo so far. If you are choosing between the Switch Lite and the original Switch however, the decision becomes more difficult. I play most Switch games in handheld mode. If I had to choose between one of these today, I would probably choose the Switch Lite. If you like playing games on a larger screen, or you play local multiplayer games (Super Smash Bros. comes to mind) you probably should go with the original Switch. You'll have a lesser handheld experience, but you'll also be getting some really great features that you'd miss out on with the Switch Lite.
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Feels about 50% lighter and faster
by Ashley D (5 out of 5 stars)
September 22, 2019

Much easier to handle and more robust. Even though the weight is technically only about 25% lighter-- it feels about 50% so. The screen is smaller but I really didn't notice a difference yet with gameplay but will update in about a week. Apart from that it's the perfect gaming console for on the go or even at home. Much easier to hold for hours at a time. Better internet connection and faster downloads than the original switch somehow though specs are the same. However : It's annoying during setup to link your account to an existing user and also maintain data in another console like my original switch. It offers this during setup but then says you can't until you update software. But to update software you have to complete setup creating a new user anyway. Stupid. And once you do this, then you have to go back into the menu and select save-data to cloud and sign in etc. Also you should make switch the primary console on your account- so that you don't have to keep verifying games(using an internet connection) that you purchased on another switch previously- which is automatically set as primary. The lite is always going to be used on the go- so it may not always have an internet connection available to verify you are licensed to play the game. Didn't take off a star though as that isn't how the console should be rated. If this is useful please check the usual box :)
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Useless - not really portable.
by Burgh Mom (1 out of 5 stars)
September 21, 2019

I strongly recommend AGAINST buying the Switch Lite. Downloaded content can only be played while connected to the internet. HUGE downside and problem since this is meant to be portable!!! Additionally, my 7 year old son can't play ANY of the games that we purchased in the E-Shop for him because we purchased them under our adult profiles (a Nintendo rule!). This item is USELESS.
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Mostly impressed
by C R Swanson (4 out of 5 stars)
September 20, 2019

Here we have the Switch Lite, for those who are ready to ditch the TV and make your Switch entirely a portable device.

Let's talk about that for a moment. This is an entirely portable device, just a tiny bit larger than a Vita (for the seven of you who have one of those), and with a screen about the size of the average smart phone. The form factor is definitely smaller than that of the regular Switch, and it's much lighter. It's really very comfortable to use.

The JoyCons are no more. They still exist, in the sense that you can have external ones attached to this baby, but the system has a pair built in. Now with external ones, you could probably play some two player games together, but honestly I don't much see the point.

The screen quality is excellent. Breath of the Wild and Smash look amazing. The games play well, too. It takes a hot second to get used to the controls, but once you're there, you're golden. The sound quality is also very good.

The one complaint that I have about the system is the same complaint we've all had about Nintendo in general for years: the online component. I have two X Box 1 S systems (don't ask why), and with those, my game saves, and downloaded games are easily available on both systems. I don't even have to really put any effort into it.

With the Switch and Switch Lite, it's different. You have to go through several annoying steps in order to make it happen, and even then, you have to set up one as your primary system and the other as the secondary (I haven't been able to figure out how to do this yet).

That complaint aside, and it isn't a small complaint, I'm quite pleased. It's another worthy handheld for Nintendo!
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Such a nicer experiencet than the...
by J. fox (5 out of 5 stars)
September 20, 2019

This feels sooo much better in the hands than the bulkier original Switch, that I can't go back. Even though its lighter, it feels more solid as the joycons do not come off, and it doesn't bend like the old one did. My arms don't get tired at all holding this. AND it had an actual D-pad! I also do not notice the smaller screen when playing, at all. It's just a much more pleasant handheld experience, which is exactly why I go it.
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PARENTS BEWARE: This could be useless to you too!
by Nathan H (1 out of 5 stars)
September 22, 2019

I have two kids and we already own the original Nintendo Switch and have amassed over 40 games throughout the 2.5 years since the Switch's release. The Switch Lite although nothing physically wrong with it, is completely useless to me and my family. I have two young kids, and all 3 of us have our own profiles which are linked under my main account via Nintendo ID. The problem is is that only the main account holder (me) can play the purchased games on both devices. So the Switch Lite does not work for either of my kids, only my main account. Yes, this can be switched by changing which Switch device is the "primary" switch, but the fact still remains that under NO conditions can my kids play both switch consoles at the same time, even if it is two separate games. If you have cartridges instead of digital downloads, you will not have this problem. I just fail to understand Nintendo's logic with this. I understand that they are trying to protect their own content from unauthorized use, but in doing so are rendering their newest device completely useless to customers like me. I will be returning.
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Excellent hardware, horrible OS for sharing
by Peter Leeman (2 out of 5 stars)
September 21, 2019

Do not buy this as a second switch especially if you are using family sharing. You will be forced to purchase second copies of games.

We returned our purchase after an hour of stumbling through the lack of sharing options.

Via polygon:

The lack of any kind of family sharing for games, or even just a robust digital rights system is a huge roadblock. You can use the same digital game on multiple Switch units, but any Switch that isn't the user's primary system has to connect to the internet to give you permission to play games, which isn't always an option for a portable device on the road or in the air.

The only other option is to buy physical copies of your games, which means that if one member of the family leaves the house with the cartridge, no one else can play.

If Nintendo wants to launch an ecosystem of hardware to entice families to buy multiple Switch units - which would be ideal - it needs to figure out better ways for those consoles to communicate and share content.

Other platform holders have figured out ways around this limitation, even though the issue isn't nearly as pressing on hardware that stays in one place, which makes Nintendo's inability to deal with the situation even more baffling. The company always has a way of making problems that have been solved on other platforms seem insurmountable, and the trend continues with the lack of any kind of family sharing plan for games on the Switch and Switch Lite.
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Lightweight, portable Switch.
by scottjl (3 out of 5 stars)
September 21, 2019

Picked this up in addition to my original Switch console. Very light weight, and smaller size, but this does include the screen. Can be hard to read some game text at times. Also lacks rumble feature which is disappointing. Sound is good, audio jack is still at the top. Still no bluetooth audio connection. Doesn't seem to work well with games that track controller motions.

Makes a great second console, but I wouldn't recommend this for your only Switch, you'll be missing out on too much. The bright yellow is bright, and occasionally distracting, but it's a nice change from basic black.
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Broken At Launch - Cannot Accept Memory Cards
by Sh Ka (1 out of 5 stars)
September 20, 2019

This system was ordered with eagerness and opened as soon as it arrived. It will not accept any memory cards. Continuous error messages. Tried with multiple cards, reformatted, nothing works.

Nintendo support did some basic troubleshooting and told me it had to come in for repair. I cannot recommend anyone purchase this system at this point. I will update my review if and when they fix the issue. For now I am stuck waiting on a repair for a system I was unable to use.

Full disclosure : I am a die-hard Nintendo fan and have owned every system including the Virtual Boy. I have Nintendo systems from the 90s that still work fine. Something is broken with the Switch lite software.
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List of Changes Compared to (Regular) Nintendo Switch
by Vincent (3 out of 5 stars)
September 20, 2019

Basically a budget friendly Nintendo Switch that's meant to be more portable. Unlike the iphone 11 and iphone 11 Pro, Galaxy 10e and Galaxy 10, iphone XR and iphone X, etc it doesn't keep all features the same, just downgraded.

In fact like the Nintendo 2DS (compared to 3DS) it actually takes away some features.

If you already own a Nintendo Switch console, you can sync* or transfer from your profile/games/saves using your Nintendo account. Very simple; when you boot up system for first time it'll walk you through it step-by-step
*If you sync or link one account to multiple switch consoles, the non-main one has to verify every few hours to play downloaded games which can be a hassle if you don't have internet connection

Let's go through the list of changes:
1. Size, weight, portability

Overall size in general: The Switch Lite is basically the Original Switch (I'll be referring it to 'Switch' moving forward) but with one of the joy cons detached.

You think this will be more portable, but in practice from my personal experience it's not. If you consider size only

The Switch can detach joycons for better storage. Downside is that you must be aware where you put the screen and joycons and attach them later.

There is a difference if you pocket thing whole thing without detaching i guess

Seeing the smaller size, there may be more hand cramping involved if you have giant adult sized hands

Switch Lite is lighter in weight, but it's not a night-and-day difference. Not going to tell unless you have both side-by-side in each hand.

Bezels are colored which is nice. It's not black like on the Switch, so able to distinguish where the screen ends
2. No detachable joycons

Cannot detach joycons, making the logo snap/click sound clip that game trailers start off/ends with absolutely useless when referring to Switch line of systems in general.

As one singular unit, fused into the system; feels more solid in the hand compared to original

Downside is that it loses some functionality in some games

You are not able to split controllers to let a friend play

Some games that you can't play on Switch Lite out of the box (as of this review) are:
1-2 Switch

Fitness Boxing

Just Dance (Series)

Nintendo Labo (Series)

Nintendo Lano VR

Ring Fit Adventures

Super Mario Party

Surgeon Simulator

There are also other games that's not as convenient to play in handheld only like:

ARMS

Fortnight

Mario Kart 8 Deluxe

Mario Tennis Aces

Pokemon Let's Go series

Super Mario Odyssey

Splatoon 2

Zelda Breath of the Wild

You can buy joy cons to play on Switch Lite, but that costs additional $70 MSRP. Might as well buy a Switch at that point

If the thumb sticks breaks or if there are drifting issues, you can have it fixed by Nintendo for $80.
3. Cannot be docked to TV, no kick stand

No docking station. If you own the Switch with docking station; the Switch Lite cannot fit in it.

As of right now, there's no official docking station for Switch Lite from Nintendo, and no 3rd party adapters

No kickstand to play on tabletop mode. Seeing the smaller screen you wouldn't want to anyway even when a lot of controllers are sync and people squinting their eyes when huddled around the system
4. Has a D-Pad.

Best feature of the system in my opinion. Better tactile feel when playing. Enhances gameplay especially when playing 2D fighters

D-pad and other buttons (ABXY, shoulder buttons) are more muted when pressed which is great when playing in a public setting
5. No IR, HD Rumble

The IR Motion Camera and HD rumble features have been removed. Games that support these features will not work on Switch lite
6. Better battery??
4-7 hours versus the 3-6 hours of the original launch Nintendo Switch.

If you buy the newer 2019 model of Switch (Retail box with a lot of Red), the battery life is better than the Switch Lite
7. New colors

Comes in Turquoise, Grey and Yellow

There's also a Pokemon Sword and Shield ( Zacian and Zamazenta) Edition edition
8. Smaller screen
5.5 vs 6.2 inch screen

Resolution is the same at 720p, but more compact making it appear sharper with a 267ppi vs 236ppi

Overall, I like the concept of a more portable (?), affordable switch, but I don't like the fact that it exists.

If it's like the 2ds (with no 3d support). Devs (even first party) will eventually take away features in games in the future: motion controls, AR support, HD rumble, docked TV mode, etc to cater to a wider audience.

They should have just made it smaller and kept everything the same

Good buy for those budget friendly, but if you like more options best to go for the upgrade if you can afford it.
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Love my NS Lite and Dacckit Carrying Case !
by Sunshine in Mist (5 out of 5 stars)
September 27, 2019

Amazing console. Not to big, not to small. There is something that just feels more intimate about a handheld device you can play while sitting on the couch in a relaxed position. Or even more being able to take the experience with you and combat the total boredom of a three hour layover at the airport, followed by another half day in a cramped airplane.

And my Dacckit Carrying case for Nintendo Switch lite is Perfect fit.Beautiful appearance with High Quality. Highly recommended to every one who ordered the NS Lite.

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