Sony PS4 Dualshock 4 Wireless Controller - Steel Black (PS4)

Sony PS4 Dualshock 4 Wireless Controller - Steel Black

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  • avatar
    typej2266

    10 years ago

    unbelievably poorly processed product and 100% ...

    unbelievably poorly manufactured product and 100% untypical of Sony :-(
    have meanwhile the 3rd defective controller...
    - the first: rubber cover on the left stick after 1 week BF4 through
    - the second one: R1 hangs and
    partly doesn't react anymore
    - the third and current one: R2 no longer reacts reliably, L2 the same

    play primarily shooter and also sometimes a little pinball or similar...

    In PS2 times, when we had to abuse the controllers in games like Tony Hawk, SSX etc., this product would seriously not survive an hour!

    the worst crap!
     

    Contra

    • Processing and choice of materials!

    This review was created for a different variant: PS4 Dualshock 4 Wireless Controller (PS4)

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    kim_stoeckli

    11 years ago • purchased this product

    purchased this product

    So far, I have not experienced any problems with the rubber...

    Haven't noticed any problems with the rubber on the analogue stick so far. I bought one at digitec and two controllers with the PS4 bundle and so far everything is fine. The controller sits well in my hand (I have small hands).

    Pro

    • Lies well in the hand (+ rubber coating)

    This review was created for a different variant: PS4 Dualshock 4 Wireless Controller (PS4)

  • avatar
    peterkunz

    10 years ago

    So, just to be clear, the controller is a...

    So, just to be clear, the controller is just awesome. Definitely a step up from the old Dualshock 3. Very comfortable in the hand, nice new features and the R2/L2 buttons finally feel like real triggers and not buttons and my fingers don't slip off the analogue sticks anymore.

    When I look at the video posted by SevenEddy, I simply have the feeling that you are using the controller incorrectly. Because I play a lot and for a long time with the new pad and the rubber didn't break. It's also questionable why it would tear in such a place.
     

    This review was created for a different variant: PS4 Dualshock 4 Wireless Controller (PS4)

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    peachone

    10 years ago • purchased this product

    purchased this product

    i can only agree with typej2266. i have inz...

    I can only agree with typej2266. I now have the third controller in operation.
    with the other two, R2 was defective after a short time (plastic pin broken - you have continuous fire / continuous throttle afterwards).
    out
    of sheer paranoia, i even got another one on reserve. i've had pretty much every console, but i've never broken a controller before.
    if number 3 breaks, the PS4 (and reserve controller, which is ridiculous enough in itself) goes and is replaced by competition.
     

    This review was created for a different variant: PS4 Dualshock 4 Wireless Controller (PS4)

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    Hirmin

    6 years ago • purchased this product

    purchased this product

    Top controller with unique colour variation.

    The product itself is of the same quality as all other original PS4 controllers, but the colour, which seems to be green/blue according to the picture, differs from the actual colour. In the original, the controller is blue as actually stated in the name (Berry Blue). 

    This review was created for a different variant: PS4 Dualshock 4 Wireless Controller (PS4)

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    Anonymous

    10 years ago

    I bought my PS4 in April, which has the ...

    I bought my PS4 in April, which included the revised controller (new rubber compound), it may be that Digitec still have controllers in stock that have not yet been revised and therefore have a poor quality.
    About my controller:
    Quality is okay. Only it creaks a bit. 

    This review was created for a different variant: PS4 Dualshock 4 Wireless Controller (PS4)

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    Anonymous

    10 years ago • purchased this product

    purchased this product

    I have quite big hands and so far I've been mi...

    I have quite big hands and was not satisfied with most controllers until now. I found the XBox 360 controller to be the best. The new PS4 controller finally sits well in my hands and I can reach all the buttons without any problems.
    I can't confirm the material problems. I have two controllers, one that came directly with the PS and one that I bought at Digitec. Both are now about half a year old and still look almost like the first day. But I don't play that much on the PS4 yet, because the games on offer so far don't appeal to me that much. Nevertheless, I've already played the one free-to-play shooter in space properly and haven't discovered any problems with the controllers.
    The only thing that bothers me is that the battery only lasts about 4-6 hours, depending on the intensity of use, before it has to go to the charging station. Or you have to play with a cable.
    But the range is very good.
     

    Pro

    • Shape and size
    • Reach

    Contra

    • Battery

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    csantoro

    10 years ago • purchased this product

    purchased this product

    I also cannot understand why the Controlle...

    I also can't understand why the controller gets so many bad reviews. I have two of them and they work perfectly so far (about two weeks in daily use). One of the L2 buttons squeaks minimally. But the noise that the buttons make "by nature" when pressed are not insignificantly more audible.

    The rubber coating also gives no reason for complaint.
     

    This review was created for a different variant: PS4 Dualshock 4 Wireless Controller (PS4)

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    Anonymous

    10 years ago

    Very pleasant to play with. The quality...

    In itself very pleasant to play. But the quality leaves a lot to be desired.

    The controller was replaced by Digitec for the second time. The rubber coating on the left analogue stick is completely dissolving and the shoulder
    buttons are squeaking. 

    Pro

    • Ergonomic

    Contra

    • Quality

    This review was created for a different variant: PS4 Dualshock 4 Wireless Controller (PS4)

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    berkincabuk

    6 years ago • purchased this product

    purchased this product

    Super product and pretty too!

    Looks very good and the operation and handling exactly the same as conventional PS4 controllers.

    Pro

    • All

    This review was created for a different variant: PS4 Dualshock 4 Wireless Controller - Gold (PS4)

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    laserjay

    10 years ago • purchased this product

    purchased this product

    Yes, the controller is great in itself. It's just a pity that ...

    Yes, the controller is great in itself. It's just a shame that it doesn't come with an additional USB charging cable. digitec can't help it, but Sony could be a bit more accommodating.

    Contra

    • No additional USB charging cable

    This review was created for a different variant: PS4 Dualshock 4 Wireless Controller - EOL (PS4)

  • avatar
    Meluja

    10 years ago

    Controller in use for approx. 3 months. Is ...

    Controller in use for approx. 3 months.

    It feels great in the hand and the quality is good.

    This review was created for a different variant: PS4 Dualshock 4 Wireless Controller (PS4)

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    wanadoo

    8 years ago • purchased this product

    purchased this product

    It goes

    like the old one, but with more lights at the top, it's debatable whether it makes sense or not.

    This review was created for a different variant: PS4 Dualshock 4 Wireless Controller Blue (PS4)

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    vktrfly

    10 years ago

    I have now exchanged my broken controller and...

    I have now exchanged my broken controller and received a new one (not at Digitec), which actually has a different rubber compound on the sticks. They feel less valuable, but definitely more resistant to tearing and slipping. I can't say at the moment whether the problem with the R2/L2 buttons still exists, but playing with the controller is fun in any case. 

    Pro

    • Good workmanship
    • Cool new features (share button, touchpad, lightbar)
    • Larger and more ergonomic than the Dualshock 3
    • R2/L2 finally feel like real triggers!
    • The vibration of the controller has been significantly improved compared to its predecessor

    Contra

    • So far, I have not had to find any cons after the exchange.

    This review was created for a different variant: PS4 Dualshock 4 Wireless Controller (PS4)

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    Maeder85

    10 years ago • purchased this product

    purchased this product

    I am very satisfied with it. For me the best ...

    I am very satisfied with it. For me, it's the best gamepad ever.

    Pro

    • pleasant form
    • Very handy sticks
    • Colour definition of the player
    • Loudspeaker in pad - used as loudspeaker of the mobile phone in GTA horny
    • Price for this added value top, normally pads are too expensive

    Contra

    • Charging the battery gets on my nerves. Better solution desirable ex works

    This review was created for a different variant: PS4 Dualshock 4 Wireless Controller - EOL (PS4)

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    Anonymous

    10 years ago

    I'm not familiar with controllers for the PS4 in general....

    I'm not so happy with controllers for the PS4 in general. Unfortunately, the silicone coating on the stick comes off. The two parts are also more soft plastic than on the previous PS3.
    Unfortunately, it is an original accessory
    and there is nothing you can do about it.
    The controller was replaced by Digitec as a gesture of goodwill.
     

    Pro

    • comfortable size

    Contra

    • Material defect
    • the two screwed parts move very minimally

    This review was created for a different variant: PS4 Dualshock 4 Wireless Controller (PS4)

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    charrilo

    10 years ago • purchased this product

    purchased this product

    Great to play with

    Great to play with

    Pro

    • Getting started
    • Pleasant to the touch
    • Abstract
    • Very beautiful in blue
    • Correct battery (but not exceptional)

    This review was created for a different variant: PS4 Dualshock 4 Wireless Controller - EOL (PS4)

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    LynKi

    4 years ago • purchased this product

    purchased this product

    Good would not be

    After the N64 controller, still one of the best controllers (of the current generation). But unfortunately, after all these years, still not suitable for use on the computer. Mostly software from third parties is needed to use the controller at all.  

    Pro

    • Lies well in the hand
    • Still the best controller of the current consoles gen
    • This variant is visually quite "nice

    Contra

    • Not suitable for Pc

    This review was created for a different variant: PS4 Dualshock 4 Wireless Controller - Crystal V2 (PS4)

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    maximus_vii

    9 years ago • purchased this product

    purchased this product

    Good controller

    The controller is perfect for the job!

    Pro

    • Ergonomics

    This review was created for a different variant: PS4 Dualshock 4 Wireless Controller (PS4)

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    Anonymous

    10 years ago • purchased this product

    purchased this product

    Good quality overall.

    Controllers are larger and therefore more handy than on the PS3. Built-in light on the front is annoying!!!

    Pro

    • Hantlichkeit
    • Improved keys (L2 and R2)

    Contra

    • Front light
    • Battery runs down much faster than PS3 controller

    This review was created for a different variant: PS4 Dualshock 4 Wireless Controller (PS4)

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    hugitheonly1

    10 years ago • purchased this product

    purchased this product

    It's like the controller that comes with the console.

    Kind of like the controller that comes with the console. Just in white :-)
    So it's a good thing, as long as you have clean paws.

    This review was created for a different variant: PS4 Dualshock 4 Wireless Controller - EOL (PS4)

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    Anonymous

    10 years ago • purchased this product

    purchased this product

    The controller fulfils its purpose; The colour...

    The controller fulfils its purpose; the colour is a matter of taste, but looks really great in white!

    Otherwise, as has already been mentioned: A second charging cable would have been an advantage.

    About Digitec: Ordered
    in the shop at 11.00 in the morning and received it the next day! Super service! 

    Pro

    • Design

    Contra

    • Second charging cable

    This review was created for a different variant: PS4 Dualshock 4 Wireless Controller - EOL (PS4)

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    HerrKartoffel23

    10 years ago • purchased this product

    purchased this product

    Supper controller, also great as a demo device...

    Supper controller, also great as a demo device like new!
    Battery will wear out after 5-6 hours, depending on use (is the case with each colour).

    Pro

    • Shoring

    Contra

    • Battery

    This review was created for a different variant: PS4 Dualshock 4 Wireless Controller (PS4)

  • avatar
    Anonymous

    10 years ago

    Worst quality ever! After just one...

    Worst quality ever!

    After just one (!) week, the controller creaks and squeaks in all places. Extremely pronounced on the shoulder buttons, which can no longer be used without annoying squeaking noises. This is yet another
    way to consistently stop the fun of playing. Thank you Sony. 

    Pro

    • Lies well in the hand
    • larger than PS3 controller

    Contra

    • Worst workmanship ever
    • expensive
    • Lifetime corresponds to about 2 weeks

    This review was created for a different variant: PS4 Dualshock 4 Wireless Controller (PS4)

  • avatar
    ueschke

    11 years ago

    The rubber on the left analogue stick already after 1 month...

    The rubber on the left analogue stick tore after only 1 month of playing. I never had this problem with the PS3 controllers :-( Really bad quality!

    This review was created for a different variant: PS4 Dualshock 4 Wireless Controller (PS4)

  • avatar
    antonio__

    5 years ago

    A little too expensive

    For the money you should get a little more equipment.... but it does what it's supposed to do!

    Pro

    • All the rest :D

    Contra

    • The price
    • No paddles

    This review was created for a different variant: PS4 Dualshock 4 Wireless Controller - Blue Camouflage (PS4)

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    Anonymous

    9 years ago • purchased this product

    purchased this product

    If the controllers were more resistant, they would be high-end products.

    I buy the controllers regularly because I keep breaking them. They are really good controllers, but unfortunately very unstable. Sony should really offer them in aluminium cases! Therefore only 1*

    Pro

    • sensory
    • control
    • ergonomics
    • weight
    • number of colour versions offered
    • rumble

    Contra

    • unstable
    • battery

    This review was created for a different variant: PS4 Dualshock 4 Wireless Controller - EOL (PS4)

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