Travis

Exceptional quality for a third party controller

This controller feels really great to hold. It's got a very heavy, premium feel to it, and feels like a normal DualSense controller would. The most important part about any third party controller - does it work? It certainly does, it performs all the functions of a regular DualSense controller and is shaped just like a standard one, so all previously purchased accessories (like a charging dock, whether it's USB-C or uses the 4 pins by the MIC) should still work.Let's dive into some details, pictures can say a lot of words. The main PCB of the controller resembles (in shape) a regular dual sense controller's PCB. Definitely not using the same chipset, but it shows up on both PS5 and PC/MAC as a DualSense controller.The resistive triggers work, taking a look inside these look almost identical to the BDM-010/020 triggers, using the same layout as a regular dual sense with the ribbon cables.The rumble works for both "small" and "large" vibrations, rather than having just a "rumble on" kind of feed back.The joystick caps feel nice and smooth, all the buttons feel just like an OEM controller, the Touch pad has two points of tracking just like a regular OEM controller.It's got a mic slot/hole on both sides of the controller, like a regular dual sense does, but only one of the microphone areas are actually connected to a microphone, that being said Sony's latest and greatest controllers also ditched one of their microphones and follow the same pattern so no gripes there.The MIC and onboard speaker are pretty much identical to what comes in a regular dualsense, I didn't have one readily available to take apart to try and swap around the parts to see if they were, but everything is pretty crazy in terms of how close to the OG OEM controller this one is.Taking the controller apart is pretty straightforward, it uses a similar 'faceplate' removal that the regular dual sense controllers have, as well as two screws underneath the shoulder buttons.PCB quality looks great, rumble motor quality looks great.I do not believe the light bar LED is RGB, based on testing, it seems it's just either off or on, if you are an RGB nut then this would disappoint but it's not worth a lower rating with all the other positives it has going for it.The ONLY draw back I have with this controller is the joysticks. The seller/listing doesn't state they are hall effect joysticks or TMR joysticks, because they're not. They are the Potentiometer style joysticks which use the carbon trace to give variable resistance depending on how the joystick is moved, just like the OEM controllers do. Which means that these will probably end up having stick drift if you use it often and heavily enough.With that said, the seller/listing states that they're upgraded sticks, so hopefully that is the truth and these will last longer than a normal controller. The joysticks should be replaceable, just like a regular OEM controller if you have some soldering skills, the only concern I have is that the calibration site I typically use errors out trying to connect to the controller, but it's designed specifically for OEM Sony controllers, I'd have to find and use another calibration software if I replaced these sticks in the future.This controller is absolutely worth the price, it feels like a premium controller, it acts like an OEM controller, has all the features of an OEM controller, and even in the event stick drift does happen, and you don't want to whip out a soldering iron and desoldering braid, it costs so much less than an official controller that it doesn't hurt the wallet as much to replace.Ver más

RL Reviews

24 de agosto de 2026

Near OEM-Quality

If you are tired of spending top-dollar on official Sony DualSense pads or just want a dependable extra gamepad for local multiplayer, the Gamrombo Haptic Feedback Controller for PS5 punches remarkably close to OEM performance without the heavy hit to your wallet.Near OEM-Quality Performance: From the responsive D-pad to the smooth analog sticks and dynamic response triggers, this pad mirrors the standard DualSense experience shockingly well. Motion controls (6-axis gyro), trackpad gestures, and rumble feedback feel tight and precise, making it instantly familiar during gameplay.Exceptional Ergonomics & Grip: The shell shape captures the exact contouring that makes the official PS5 pad so comfortable for long sessions. Gamrombo adds subtle, textured grips along the back handles and triggers, giving you a firm, non-slip hold that handles sweaty hands even better than the stock controller.Convenient Audio Setup: Having a built-in microphone with a quick one-click mute function makes hopping onto party chat seamless—no need to fiddle with on-screen menus or headset cords just to mute yourself.Outstanding Value for Money: At a fraction of the cost of a brand-name Sony controller, it delivers nearly all the flagship features—making it arguably one of the best budget alternatives or secondary controllers on the market.The Gamrombo Haptic Feedback Controller is a fantastic choice whether you need a direct replacement for stick-drifted pads or simply want a reliable second controller for player two. It matches the ergonomic comfort and core feature set of the official DualSense closely enough that most players won't notice a difference—making its lower price point an absolute steal.Ver más

Nydius

Solid all-around third party option.

I have tried a number of these non-licensed third party PS5 controllers and this one is, by far, the best of the bunch.Ergonomically, it’s perfect and well balanced. It connected to the PS5 flawlessly and works like any other DualSense would. No noticeable input latency over the official DualSense. Sound from the 3.5mm jack and the built in speaker is perfect. Quick to charge and the battery lasts as long, if not longer, than official DualSense controllers.Where most of these lower cost controllers cut corners is in the thumb sticks, but not here. This controller has great thumb sticks that are soft comfortable, and react well. Gyro controls work flawlessly as does haptic feedback.The only complaint I can find is that the d-pad is a little “spongy” compared to the original but it doesn’t affect overall performance.Solid all-around third party option if you’re looking for a spare or replacement controller on a budget.Ver más

PolygonBronson

Trades Blows with a Sony DualSense, but Vibrations are too Aggressive to be a Perfect Replacement

TL;DR: The best off brand PlayStation controller I have ever used, regardless of console generation. This is a viable alternative to a Sony controller with full functionality and feature set, but the overly aggressive vibration let it down a bit for me.PROs:-Full feature set of a Sony DualSense controller, including gyros, vibration, force feedback triggers, speaker, and touchpad (all verified in game).-A PC (Windows, Steam) and PS5 both recognize it as a Sony controller, so any game or program that works with a Sony DualSense should also work with this Gamrombo one.-Build quality is solid. Plastic is thick with no creaking, flexing and it feels solid in the hand.-Analog sticks are actually quite good! The deadzones are small with no drift (yet) and allow fine adjustments/control in game (the stick caps are also nice with good knurling and a dip for your thumbs to sit). The clicks are also good with no phantom clicks and allow you to click from any stick position.-Gamepad Tester reports less than 0.5% of analog stick roundness deviation! That's far better than the Sony one (~2%) or a 8BitDo 2C Ultimate (>8% yikes!), but this isn't a be-all-end-all test. Those other controllers have great analog sticks when actually in game, but the Gamrombo's score is impressive, nonetheless!-Strong pushback from the triggers (might be a con, depending on your preferences).-Face buttons and directional pad feel pretty good, very similar to a Sony controller-I prefer the raised Start and Share buttons on this controller over the Sony one, actually. Easier to find by feel.-Touchpad fitment/build is quite good, and allows you click it even at the very corners/edges with good spring back.-Packaging is thoughtful, and professional looking. It includes an instruction booklet, USB-C cable, and a custom formed tray for the controller. A huge upgrade from most 3rd party controllers that are lucky to come with a box at all.-Retail price for this is half of a Sony DualSense controller at time of writing.CONs:-Vibration is far less nuanced and more aggressive than the Sony DualSense controller, even at "Strong" on the Sony and "Weak" on the Gamrombo. Depending on the game and/or preferences, it might not be a big deal for you, especially if you turn off vibration. See notes below for more details.-Battery life isn't any better than a Sony DualSense and might even be worse, actually, so expect to charge it often.-Less comfortable in the hand than a Sony DualSense controller (this is subjective)-Feels slightly heavier than a Sony one, but might just be the weight is more forward so isn't quite as balanced in the hand.-When the face buttons are pressed or small vibrations motors fire there is a "ringing" feel and sound within the controller body. I think there is some internal cavity that resonates to certain frequencies. It's not super bad and you probably will stop noticing it after a while, but it's a thing that's not an issue on the Sony one.-No color options except white at time or writing.Other Thoughts:I'm really surprised by this controller, honestly. I've been consistently disappointed with 3rd party controllers over the years, but two of my DualSense ones getting stick issues when they weren't that old tempted me to try another 3rd party one. I really wasn't expecting it have all of the features (or for some of the features to only technically work) but from my testing it's flawless and having this as your primary controller on a PS5 won't lock you out of any game experiences or lead to weird issues.Both my PC (Windows, Steam) and PS5 report it as a Sony DualSense. Cyberpunk 2077 on Steam auto switched the symbols to PlayStation ones and the trigger feedback was working for driving/shooting. So, any program that is designed to work with a Sony DualSense should be plug and play for this one as well. No weird driver hacking or 3rd party programs required.I ran this controller through the gauntlet of a couple hours of gameplay. Gran Turismo 7 was my stick accuracy torture test and bouncing between the Gamrombo and a Sony controller I was able to make similar fine steering adjustments on both and lap times were comparable. I think there might be a slight acceleration curve differences between them, but I think they are small enough to not be an issue in any game unless you have thousands of hours of muscle memory in a competitive twitch shooter (if that's your case, you probably are better off sticking with a Sony one). The sticks on the Gamrombo are really impressive, leagues better than other off-brand controllers I've used that are basically unusable with any game that requires any sort of precision.I also did the "controller test" in AstroBot that has demos for the triggers, gyros, touchpad, and microphone. All tested and worked exactly as expected, although the triggers did react/feel a little different than the same test on the Sony controller. Again, not a difference I expect to make any sort of real impact in games though.However, with all of those positives, the biggest letdown for me is the vibration. It's *really* aggressive, and even when set to the "Weak" setting in the PS5 options it's stronger than the Sony DualSense on the "Strong" setting.For instance, the small mini vibrations when navigating menus in GT7, don't feel like haptic feedback so much as like you are being shot at. Those small vibrations also aren't consistent, sometimes a much longer/stronger one will happen, usually the first one when starting to navigate. Really strange and distracting. When racing it wasn't any better. While the Sony controller's haptic feedback/vibrations give you sense of bumps in the road or when your tires are starting to slip it's just all a mass vibration on the Gamrombo. Vibrations that are supposed to be subtle and/or weak are just as strong as the strongest ones and it just all blends together in one mess of hand numbing vibrations. This will vary by game, not every game utilizes the vibrations as much as Gran Turismo 7 does, but for games where you rely on it for information, you aren't going to have a great time. Of course, this is all a non-issue if you play with vibrations turned off.If it weren't for this heavy-handed vibration tuning, this would be an easy 5 star controller for me. Regardless of that, it's gone into my controller rotation with my DualSenses. As it stands, it's a solid 4 stars and a pretty easy recommendation, especially if you need a 2nd one to use while your other is charging or so your buddy can play couch co-op with you, or even if you want the DualSense features on PC and don't even own a PS5.While it's been possible in the past to get a Sony DualSense on a Black Friday deal for $30-$40, it's not a common sale price and if your controller breaks during the other 11 months of the year, this is a good value if you need the compatibility and feature set. If you only game on PC, there are cheaper options, like the aforementioned 8BitDo Ultimate 2C, which is around $25 (the hall effect analog sticks are great), but you aren't getting gyros, a touchpad, or force feedback triggers on that.

21 de agosto de 2026

Stick Drift Be Gone

So my original PS5 controller started getting that dreaded stick drift and you know how it is, it was making my favorite shooters pretty much unplayable. I was a little skeptical about a third party option but I gave this one a shot and it definitely made a difference. The first thing I noticed were the analog sticks. They're super smooth and responsive with like zero dead zone when I'm actually playing. It's a night and day improvement for aiming. The crazy thing is it doesn't even feel like a compromise. The haptic feedback and the adaptive triggers feel just like the real deal, so you still get that satisfying recoil and can feel the road in racing games. It feels solid in the hands with a good weight and clicky buttons and on top of all that, the battery life has been a major upgrade lasting through multiple long sessions.Ver más

Charissa Humlie

24 de agosto de 2026

Works great, easy to connect, and great cost!

I think this is an excellent controller so far. It is very white, making it stand out a bit next to other controllers. It has texture along the back and the touch pad which helped a bit with the grip. It has a nice weight to it and it was very easy to connect. It vibrates and has built in sound and microphone. The sound is very clear. The charge on it is excellent and so far it's been compatible with all of my PS5 stuff. I truly have nothing to complain about. It's an excellent cost, I highly recommend!Ver más