Sony DualSense Wireless Controller
Best for PS5 owners
Typically £59–£69
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| Feature | Sony DualSense Wireless Controller | Xbox Wireless Controller |
|---|---|---|
| Verdict | Buy | Buy |
| Typical price | £59–£69 | £49–£59 |
| Best for | PS5 owners | Xbox and PC |
| Key feature | Immersive haptics and adaptive triggers | Comfortable, reliable and works everywhere |
| Battery | Rechargeable, USB-C | — |
| Platforms | PS5, PC, Mac | Xbox, PC, mobile |
| Power | — | 2 AA batteries |
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Main differences
Typical price
Sony DualSense: £59–£69; Xbox Wireless: £49–£59.
Best for
Sony DualSense: PS5 owners; Xbox Wireless: xbox and PC.
Standout
Sony DualSense: immersive haptics and adaptive triggers; Xbox Wireless: comfortable, reliable and works everywhere.
Platforms
Sony DualSense: PS5, PC, Mac; Xbox Wireless: Xbox, PC, mobile.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Sony DualSense Wireless Controller if you
- own a PS5 and want a spare controller, or want great haptics on PC
- care most about excellent haptic feedback
Choose the Xbox Wireless Controller if you
- play on Xbox or Windows PC and want a comfortable, familiar controller
- care most about very comfortable shape
Which specifications matter?
Focus on the differences above rather than headline numbers. For more options, see our list of the best game controllers in the uk.
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8BitDo Ultimate 2 Wireless Controller
Buy it if You want a controller with drift-resistant sticks for PC or Switch at a fair price.
- Verdict
- Buy
- Best for
- PC and Switch value
- Typical price
- £49–£59
Pros
- Drift-resistant TMR/Hall-effect sticks
- Charging dock included
Cons
- Not for PS5 or Xbox consoles
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Sony DualSense Edge Wireless Controller
Buy it if You play competitive shooters on PS5 and want back paddles and replaceable stick modules.
- Verdict
- Skip
- Best for
- Competitive PS5 players
- Typical price
- £159–£199
Pros
- Back buttons and profiles
- Replaceable stick modules
Cons
- Very expensive
Frequently asked questions
Which is better, the Sony DualSense or the Xbox Wireless?
Choose the Sony DualSense if you own a PS5 and want a spare controller, or want great haptics on PC. Choose the Xbox Wireless if you play on Xbox or Windows PC and want a comfortable, familiar controller.
Which is better value?
The Sony DualSense typically costs £59–£69 and the Xbox Wireless typically costs £49–£59. The better value depends on which differences above matter to you.