Thrustmaster - eSwapX Pro Controller officially licensed for Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC-Black

The Thrustmaster ESWAP X Pro Controller... Possibly the best modular controller ever made!!! It comes with: - modular grips (default grips are a matte finish with no grip) - modular sticks (sticks can be oriented in a PS4 or XBOX layout for added comfort, i myself prefer the Playstation layout where the sticks are both in the bottom) - modular triggers (triggers can be swapped out for longer ones which is an additional purchase and there is a switch toggle in the back to limit the range of motion required for the trigger pull) - directional pad - modular stick caps (concave and domed caps that screw into stick provided with controller) - screwdriver (for taking out directional pad module to adjust layout of controller) - micro usb cable - small bag to store controller This controller is quite a beast! I primarily use it on PC and since having it be directly connected in, i haven't experienced any lag, drift, or inconsistencies with the sticks. The micro USB cable that came with it is also very stiff and secure at the connection port as it fits in snuggly and is quite hard to remove. This is especially a bonus because you will not unintentionally disconnect your wire from your controller during gameplay. So far, i've used this to play Fortnite and it has been rock solid. The consistency in trigger pulls and stick sensitivity is spot on! Building and editing with the back buttons are not too bad either as the layout of the buttons mirrors that closely of another controller brand i own that rhymes with Stuf, so i'm transitioning fairly smoothly. The buttons on the back can be remapped through software and users can have up to 2 different presets. The software to remap the buttons is pretty straight forward but i would've liked to see an option on the controller itself to remap the buttons on the fly (a feature provided on it's cousin controller that rhymes with stuf). The biggest gripe i have with this controller so far is the positioning of the backside buttons. The positioning of the inner buttons (e.g., 1 & 2) i feel like are too far in, making them require a real effort to find and press. The positioning of the outer buttons (e.g., 3 & 4) on the other hand is a little bit better as it is where my middle finger naturally rests, however if my index fingers move from the trigger buttons (e.g., LT & RT) to the shoulder buttons (e.g., LB & RB) it makes the outer buttons harder to reach with my middle fingers. I would've liked to see a more ergonomic layout for the back buttons or at least a modular approach to the positioning of the buttons on the backside (where users can move the buttons accordingly to their grip position). Hopefully this is something the developers and designers take into account on the next iteration of this already great controller! For anyone that is looking for a modular and remappable controller, i cannot recommend this one enough! The modularity of this controller ensures longevity and the remappable back buttons ensure next level gaming for competitive players!

Bought it as a Christmas present for my son. So far so good. He seems to be winning more as I don’t hear him banging on his desk all the time. He’s a middle schooler and plays for hours on the weekend, so I would say it’s sturdy.

There’s a lot to like to like about this controller and I’ve really enjoyed using it, but it’s a tough sell when it doesn't have wireless and the Elite Series 2 exists for only $20 more. That being said, I think this controller has more of a focus on durability and reliability, which is something I can say from personal experience the Elite Series controllers have had problems with. It has a good design and the buttons and thumbsticks feel like they’re made to hold up for a long time. The ability to swap the stick/D-pad positions is also great for anybody who prefers the PlayStation controller layout over the Xbox and the swappable pieces means you can really make this your own once those parts become available. Getting into the box, you get the controller, a 10ft cable, some additional thumbsticks, and a tool for swapping the modules and parts. There’s also a small bag for everything that, with some effort, I could fit the controller and cable into, but not in a way I’d be comfortable storing; I have been using it to store the cable and the parts and have left the controller separate. The controller is a tad larger than my Elite Series 2 and that’s evident putting them side-by-side, as well in the feel of holding it. My hands are on the larger side and it’s quite comfortable for me to hold; I also had my wife play with it a bit and it felt good to her as well. The materials throughout are hard plastic and not quite as nice to the touch as the soft rubberized materials on the Elite or even the softer plastic on the standard Xbox controllers, but it’s not bad by any stretch and I don’t have any concerns about the controller wearing down over time. The buttons are all very clicky and short-travel; they have good feedback and rapid presses are much easier on the Thrustmaster than on standard controllers. The triggers to me have a slightly shorter travel than the standard controller and that can be reduced further via switches on the bottom. The area that I don’t like quite as much is the D-pad, which feels just a bit mushy to me. In practice this didn’t translate to a bad experience, but I don’t make a lot of use of the D-pad anyway outside of selecting equipment in games, so your mileage may vary. Around the bottom of the controller are 4 customizable buttons that are by default mapped to ABXY in Profile 1 and LT/RT/LB/RB in Profile 2. The buttons are pretty easy to reach, though not quite as easy as the paddles on the Elite Series, but the upside of this is I don’t worry about accidentally pressing them like I do on the Elite Series. By the 3.5mm input there are buttons for volume control, mic mute, and profile select, as well as a button for remapping the controller buttons. Customization is probably this controller’s biggest selling point. The thumbsticks and D-pad are very easy to remove and rearrange (though the D-pad does require the included tool to get it out). The other upside of this is if there is an issue with one of the sticks down the road you can just replace that and not the whole controller. The faceplate, grips, and triggers are all removable as well and this opens it up to really making it your own. The buttons can all be remapped on the controller or through the software. The software is easy to use and gives you a ton of options for dialing everything though. I was hoping on PC that the buttons on the bottom of the controller could be changed to support additional functions, though at this point they seem to only be able to mirror another Xbox button. I’m guessing compatibility issues swapping between Xbox and PC are probably the main reason for that limitation, but it’s a minor disappointment nonetheless. Gaming with this controller has been great. It’s very comfortable to use. I only found one scenario while playing Celeste that my right middle finger became uncomfortable pressing against the controller, but that is mostly due to me gripping it too hard. I’ve owned both Elite controllers that Microsoft put out and I’ve loved using them, but I’ve encountered issues with parts falling off and stick drift. Time will tell if stick drift is an issue on this controller, but the emphasis Thrustmaster put on the stick design in their marketing materials makes me think it won’t be. It’s disappointing that a controller that costs this much doesn’t at least have an option for wireless, but I know this isn’t Thrustmaster’s fault; Microsoft doesn’t allow 3rd party controllers to support wireless. The 10ft cable is certainly adequate for most people, but if you have a particularly large living room you might need an extension. Overall I’m pretty happy with this controller. I’ll likely continue to use it more often than my Elite just out of fear of wearing that one out. No wireless does suck, but if you need a good controller that’s going to hold up I think this is the one to consider.

Obviously the idea of a modular game pad screams out to any serious gamer and there are a couple out there that give you many good reasons to be excited. However, the Eswap X Pro controller doesn't really give me that joy of a couple unnamed controllers out there, that are designed with the Xbox Series X and Xbox One X in mind, It's a solid controller with a few different ways to swap, design and map out your gaming experience. Out the box, you'll get the controller, extra thumb sticks, a very nice and long braided cable ( albeit a micro USB connection), a modular removal tool and a bag to carry your $150 controller in. The idea of mapping my controller isn't a new concept , by any stretch. And I love the freedom to mod out my gear and make it my own, but at the moment, I'm just not moved to switch up from my standard or even other Pro type controller even though There are buttons for volume and mapping, along with a couple other profile buttons. The software is still a bit janky, as you do have to download this firmware and it still hasn't done much for me. The latency seems off. I really hate to rag on what could possibly become something great after an update or two, but for right now, I can't recommend this. This should be better. And honestly, for and extra $30, you could get a much better controller. Again, this should be better.

THE BREAKDOWN: I have been wanting to upgrade my Xbox controller for some time but never wanted to drop the extra money to make it happen. So, I was excited when this one came out. There is a lot of good stuff about this controller, but the bottom line for me is that is isn’t wireless. I personally love the wireless controller and for the extra response time you have to weigh that in. This controller comes in a beautiful box and the unit itself doesn’t disappoint. The controller feels well-built and hefty but not to hefty. In the box comes the controller itself, a 10ft braided cable, extra thumb sticks, tool for swapping out the modules and a bag to store your controller. Out of the box I was impressed with how it felt and worked. The buttons have a great tactile feel to them along with that premium feel good. I love the trigger pull and the fact that it can be adjusted (For some games) the RB, LB buttons feel awesome. Overall, the controller worked excellent and as expected. The big things to most serious gamers are the swappable modules and customization. The modules were super easy to remove and replace. Like I already mentioned you can dampen the travel of the left and right triggers. There are 4 customizable buttons underneath the controller. You can also setup profiles which is pretty cool. To setup the custom stuff you will have to download the Thrustmapper software. Overall, gaming has been a joy with this controller. It was comfortable to hold and use along with being very responsive and the joysticks remained sticky. I had no instances of stick drift which has plagued me in the past. I guess time will tell….. PRO’s: -Easy to use -Solid built feeling -Very responsive -Modular Components -Long cord -Use on Xbox and PC -Customizable buttons and profiles CON’s: -wish it was wireless SUMMARY: Overall, this product worked well and as intended, and I would recommend this to a friend if they are in the market for device like this.

this is an amazing product for all of these that love to play like a professional this take your game to another level

I needed because I'm a PS gamer so I needed something modular to "remake" the buttons. This control is even better than Xbox control. Love it.

This controller came out of nowhere for me but I'm happy it did. I had a Microsoft Elite 2 in my hands to buy but the lack of a share button and a 90 day warranty put the kibosh on that. Instead I turned toward Thrustmaster, well known for quality products in racing wheels, since the eSwap X offers a full one year warranty (this information is sort of hard to find but I did get it directly from Thrustmaster). Hoping to find not only an impressive, mappable controller but also one with longevity has been my goal. While I've loved my experience with my MS Elite 1 it has failed on me not once but twice. The first time MS replaced it but the second time they told me to buy a new one. I fixed it myself (the shoulder button was broke) for about $10 and some time watching Youtube videos. Out of the box this controller is highly impressive. You get the real feeling it's top quality and you are getting what you paid for when you open the box. The entire idea of the controller goes beyond the Elite idea that you can swap out thumbsticks and here you can actually change out the modules and make your Xbox controller much like a PS4 controller. Its fast and easy, although moving the actual digital pad requires a small tool (no screwing or anything, just lifts it up is all, very simple) and it all stays together very well once situated. The mini-sticks are the type that screw in with a few twists instead of using magnets like the Elite controller. Note that you can also change out the grips and the triggers using a Thrustmaster kit, which I believe is $49. These come in a variety of colors and looks so you can customize the controller as you see fit which is neat. My only complaint, or question maybe, is where are the other height of mini-joysticks at? I prefer my right stick to be a higher stick and I don't see the ability to purchase individual pieces from Thrustmaster but only the kits. It's somewhat odd that this customization is not included in the kit as I'm not sure it would have cost Thrustmaster much to match Microsoft in this sense. Your next question is of course how well does it control? Well it controls fantastic. The entire experience is much different than the Elite or any other Xbox Controller that I have used. The buttons are shorter and click in very quickly, I am sure to ensure as fast a button press as possible (no doubt since this is a Pro controller meant to be used for competitive gaming). Some might say it's a bit more mushy than they'd like but not me, I like the feel, but it did take me an evening to get used to. The sticks are very responsive and the triggers feel a million times better and more sturdy than the ones that come on even the MS Elite controller. These may not be plastic, they feel metal, or at least metal coated. Now the mapping, or how you choose to reassign your buttons, is very similar to the Xbox Elite controller. You download an app for the PC or the Xbox, whichever you prefer, and map out your controls and assign those to a profile. You can also import already created profiles but I didn't see any when I looked (I'm sure they will be available to download sometime in the near future). I created my own profile for The Division 2 and was up and playing very quickly. One issue of note, it does seem you need to go to the Thrustmapper software to change profiles. I tried pressing the profile buttons by themselves to switch but nothing would happen. This may be a bug though. One note regarding the software. The PC version of Thrustmapper is easy to find on the Microsoft Store in Windows 10 (be sure to update the controller firmware first) but the Xbox software is nowhere to be found as of 11/17 on the Xbox store. The only way I could get the Thrustmapper software on the Xbox was to go back to my PC and load up the Microsoft Store, find the software, switch the system to Xbox then send it to my Xbox from there. I'm thinking this is only because the controller was just launched and it will be available in the Xbox store probably within a week so you can just find it there but this is important to know for early Xbox One or Xbox Series S/X adopters if you want to be able to remap your software. I played not only the Division 2 but Call of Duty Cold War, FIFA and Madden using this controller and all played extremely well. Using Call of Duty and The Division 2 worked quite well using my created profile for shorter trigger pull and more sensitive mini-sticks. I never felt as if I had any lag at all from any of the games I played. I did play racing using a racing profile I created where the triggers had 0-100 variability for gas and brake and those worked incredibly well too. Some other things to consider, the Xbox button is in a slightly difference place but this controller *DOES* have a share button for you Xbox Series S/X people, which is very great news indeed for those of us who like to share screenshots and videos. Lastly note that this is a wired controller only, but the cord is flexible, braided and very long so you will not have any issues if you don't mind there being a cord there. I really love this controller and plan to be using it for a long time, both on my new Xbox and my old Xboxes. I also plan to game on the PC using it as well, which means I'm going to look for a slightly shorter cord there if Thrustmaster offers it. If you've been looking for a top notch, high quality, elite type controller, but one that has the share button *AND* has a full one year warranty unlike all the other players in the big league gamepad game, then this is the controller for you. Despite this being a wired controller, the mini-sticks not being available in a different height and the issues I spoke of surrounding the software I have to award this controller the coveted 5 out of 5 stars because it just does not get any better than this for high end controllers; take heed Microsoft! HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!