This doesn't really compare, it's a premium controller with multiple different input methods and features to integrate with their other hardware. If you just need a basic controller, this obviously isn't pitched at that.

It really is.

I'm just closing my eyes and praying to Gabe that I made the right choice.

There is more justification for physical items, since the cost of materials and transportation has gone up. But games, which are just data? Pure greed.