The DualSense Edge is the first official pro controller from Sony for the PS5. MeinMMO editor Benedikt Schlotmann was able to test the DualSense Edge for you and reveals whether the new pro controller is worth it for you.
The DualSense Edge is the first official pro controller from PlayStation/Sony. Accordingly, expectations are high that the manufacturer delivers a good product for its console. Because with SCUF or the Aim Controller, there are already third-party providers offering an officially certified pro controller for the PS5.
I was able to try out the controller on my PS5 before release and play various games with it. In my test, you can read why I like the controller, but why the model is not worth it for everyone.
The test of the DualSense Edge at a glance:
- Contents of the DualSense Edge
- Structure of the DualSense Edge
- Optics and Design
- Processing
- Application and Settings
- Ergonomics, Weight and Battery Life
- Practical test with games
- Conclusion
Who tested it?
I have a penchant for hardware and tech and personally own over 20 gaming mice. For MeinMMO, I have been testing hardware for our readers since 2019. In addition to the PC and PS5, I also play on the Steam Deck.
We have a review copy of the device that was made available to us by Sony before the release.
Benedikt Schlotmann
Hardware Editor MeinMMO
Technical Details, Facts and Price:
| Model | Sony DualSense Edge |
| Special Features | Fully customizable, replaceable analog sticks |
| Weight | 334 grams |
| Price (RRP) | 239.99 euros |
Contents, Design and Structure
In the following section, I will discuss the contents, design, and structure of the DualSense Edge. I will explain how big the differences to the regular DualSense really are.
Contents of the DualSense Edge
What is included? The contents of the DualSense Edge controller is very extensive. I expect that from the price of the controller. In the box, besides the Edge model, there are the following items:
- braided USB cable
- protective case
- plug housing
- 2 stick caps
- 2 tall round caps
- 2 low round caps
- 2 half-round back buttons
- 2 lever back buttons
- user manual
An additional stick module for replacing the controller is not included in the contents. However, there is space reserved in the protective case for a stick module and it can therefore be stored easily.
Structure of the DualSense Edge
How is the controller built? Essentially, the DualSense Edge is built like the regular model, but there are a few adjustments:
- Two back paddles can be attached on the back. These are located in my middle finger area.
- The thumbsticks can be replaced with stick modules. For this, the front plate must be removed.
- There are trigger stops on the back, which allow the trigger travel to be adjusted in three stages. Further adjustments can be made via the software.
- Replaceable stick caps. Here you can choose between regular caps, high convex and low convex caps.
- There are FN buttons below the sticks on the front. With these buttons, you can switch the profiles for the buttons, for example.
Optics and Design
The DualSense Edge will be available at launch on January 26, 2023, only in white. In terms of design, the pro controller differs only slightly from the regular DualSense. No further designs are currently planned.
What is different? The area around the analog sticks now features shiny piano lacquer instead of a matte surface. The motion, action buttons, and touchpad are also in black, including parts of the back. Tiny PS symbols are also engraved in the touchpad.
I personally like the adjusted design and the new black details quite a lot. However, the piano lacquer appearance is a magnet for fingerprints, and a matte surface like that of the regular controller would have been better here. After just a few moments, unsightly prints appear on the beautiful controller unless you play with gloves.
Processing
The DualSense Edge, like the regular DualSense, is made of plastic. When applying light pressure to the housing, nothing creaks, and there is no rattling or clattering noise from loose parts during the shake test. Additionally, the higher weight makes the DualSense Edge feel sturdier than the regular version.
If the notorious stick drift occurs, the analog sticks on the Edge can be easily replaced. The price for a single replacement module is 25 euros and can be purchased directly from Sony.
The back buttons, known as paddles, are made of metal and snap into the Edge’s housing via a small mechanism. Once mounted, the paddles sit very firmly and can be removed from the housing with a bit of force.
The protective case in which the controller can be stored also looks elegant and high-quality. Controller and accessories can be stored securely here, and everything stays in place and does not slide around during movement.
On the next page, I will discuss settings, the various functions of the DualSense Edge, ergonomics, weight, and battery life.
