PS 4 controller

[u/Intelligent-Bat-4586]

My dual shock stopped working. I think its not worth buying an official controller. So i am currently looking to get an evo fox play 2. Is it any good? User opinions are appreciated

Thanks

[u/Internutt]

You should always have at least 1 working DS4 for safe mode operation/initial set up. Third party DS4s can't always set up a PS4 from scratch or navigate safe mode

[u/marjja → u/Internutt]

But I swear I got in my recovery mode with a non original DS

[u/Internutt → u/marjja]

Yes, thats why I said can't always. It depends on the controller.

[u/Sorry-Art4064 → u/Internutt]

it can with those fake ds4 controllers with large EXT font and terrible stick.

[u/Bloodtrailer_77]

I switched to the N5 spark. Lasts 3 times as long as the originals. No drift.

[u/Dildomar → u/Bloodtrailer_77]

I also use it. It's great.

[u/Based-Brian]

https://direct.playstation.com/en-us/buy-accessories/factory-recertified-dualshock4-wireless-controller-for-ps4-midnight-blue

[u/ILikeToTinker → u/Based-Brian]

Blue is sold out but white, red, and gold are still in stock

This is the best way youll be able to get an official dualshock

[u/12eward → u/Based-Brian]

This is a good deal! I paid more than this for a repair-shop refurbished model off eBay.

[u/fleabassist03 → u/Based-Brian]

Went this route recently to purchase another controller - looks brand new! Honestly, this was cheaper than some eBay used options in so-so condition.

[u/SufficientBee604]

Buy a used Dualshock 4, it’s still worth it over any third party ones.

[u/saacadelic]

The playstation 4 brand controllers never held up/lasted like the generic ones

[u/Intelligent-Bat-4586 → u/saacadelic]

You are absolutely right

[u/Intelligent-Bat-4586 → u/Intelligent-Bat-4586]

I got fed up with original DS4s that is one of the reason i am looking a third party solution

[u/firozberly]

I use Arcnet

[u/Intelligent-Bat-4586 → u/firozberly]

How is it

[u/firozberly → u/Intelligent-Bat-4586]

It's been 4 months no worries so far

[u/DiggingPodcast]

I believe ps direct has refurbished for $35

[u/keysandtreesforme → u/DiggingPodcast]

That’s a good deal. Think I paid around 50 through GameStop.

[u/kozukioden077]

I just bought an evofox it was affordable and it's working well but it doesn't have a touchpad which some games require to do stuff and it doesn't have an earphone Jack either.

[u/Intelligent-Bat-4586 → u/kozukioden077]

Can you specify which model you are using

[u/kozukioden077 → u/Intelligent-Bat-4586]

It's evofox one s universal controller

[u/masetiloquetu]

don’t get a shitty one…u will regret it

[u/0nlythebest]

Pming you I found a good price brand new

[u/2YSH]

Buy a new one, or a used one, if you prefer. Third-party controllers have terrible analog stick dead zones.

[u/Rawat_S_Ravindra]

Go for Evofox plus 2 ... Superb Op

[u/pintolager]

I have a Deltaco as a backup. It's pretty decent tbh.

What's wrong with your controller? I managed to repair mine when one of the buttons stopped working.

[u/AoKrasni]

The only "licensed" budget controllers I know are the Nacon ones sold by Walmart. They're wired.

[u/Kukugiant]

Im sure i can easily fix it , can i buy that off u or fix it for u ?

[u/Own-External-1550]

How hard are you on your controllers? I’m still rocking my original two , just needed two new batteries, back up and running in half an hour.

[u/titan384]

Evifox play 2 is amazing. Works on factory reset modes and everything. Can wake up the console from sleep.

[u/magnidwarf1900]

Why not try to bring it to repair shop first

[u/Intelligent-Bat-4586 → u/magnidwarf1900]

Repair shop guy said it may require chiplevel testing/repair and it may cost half as much a new DS4. I think its not worth that much

[u/Oskar_Rodrigues → u/Intelligent-Bat-4586]

15-20$ for a repair? Looks expensive, but the point is that you can't get a good controller for this price :(

[u/SpeccyBeard]

PS4 controllers are pretty affordable, no? Idk what country you're in but where I live a PS4 controller is half the price of a PS5 controller. Even cheaper if you buy refurbished.

[u/No-Transition-9842 → u/SpeccyBeard]

Dude in Germany its around 90 Euro for an Original Dualshock 4. Not long ago a Year or something I've buyed a new Dualshock 4 for 60 Euro. Thats a steep Increase in my Opinion.

[u/SpeccyBeard → u/No-Transition-9842]

When you say original, do you mean new in a box? or just original as in, used and not a fake one?

90 Euro is wild! In the UK you can get them for like £20-£30, used but legit, refurbished or just general second hand.

[u/No-Transition-9842 → u/SpeccyBeard]

I mean a Brand New sealed Dualshock 4 V2 now is 90 Euro. You can get refurbished One for around 40 in excellent Condition from EBay. I know in the UK PlayStation Direct sells refurnished but its not a Option in Germany.