Refurbished PS5 Controller with Standard Sticks

A genuine Sony DualSense controller, refurbished and tested on my bench.

Refurbished PS5 Controller

£39

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  • 6-month warranty
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About this controller

This is a pre-owned Sony DualSense controller for PS5 that I've refurbished and tested on my bench. It's a genuine Sony controller. During refurbishment some parts may have been replaced with quality aftermarket parts, and everything is tested before it's listed.

About the sticks

This controller has standard sticks, the type Sony fits as standard. I only list one if both sticks pass my Stick Drift Test cleanly, so it isn't drifting when it leaves me. Standard sticks wear over time, which is the main cause of drift. If you'd rather have that problem engineered out, I sell this controller with Hall effect or TMR sticks fitted, with a 12-month warranty.

What I've done to it

  • Opened and cleaned the controller inside and out, including the buttons and triggers.

  • Checked both sticks on my Stick Drift Test.

  • Checked the battery charges and holds its charge.

  • Replaced any worn or faulty parts.

  • Tested everything before listing it.

How it's tested

  • Real-game test

    Every controller is played on a real game before it's listed, so the sticks, triggers and buttons are tested the way you'll actually use them.

  • Stick Drift Test

    I run both sticks through my Stick Drift Test, the same free tool you can use at home, to check each stick settles back to centre.

  • Every function checked

    I check every button, both triggers, the touchpad, haptics, the light bar, the speaker, the headphone jack and charging over USB-C.

Grades

Grades describe how the shell looks, nothing else. Every grade gets the same sticks, the same testing and the same 6-month warranty.

Cosmetic only

Excellent

Very light signs of use at most. You might spot a faint mark on the shell if you look closely.

Good

Visible signs of use, such as light scratches or scuffs on the shell. It works the same as Excellent: same sticks, same testing, same warranty.

Which controller is right for you?

Standard sticks Most popularHall effect TMR
How they read position Contacts that wearMagnetsMagnetic sensor
Drift risk over time Standard sticks wear and can driftFar less likelyFar less likely
Warranty 6 months12 months12 months
Price from £39£49Out of stock£64Out of stock
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  • Standard sticks

    How they read position
    Contacts that wear
    Drift risk over time
    Standard sticks wear and can drift
    Warranty
    6 months
    Price from
    £39

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  • Most popular

    Hall effect

    How they read position
    Magnets
    Drift risk over time
    Far less likely
    Warranty
    12 months
    Price from
    £49Out of stock
    View the Hall effect controller

  • TMR

    How they read position
    Magnetic sensor
    Drift risk over time
    Far less likely
    Warranty
    12 months
    Price from
    £64Out of stock
    View the TMR controller

In the box

The controller only.

It charges with any standard USB-C cable (not included) — use one that supports data and charging, as some charge-only cables won't pair it with your console.

6-month warranty

Your controller is covered for 6 months from delivery. If it develops a fault in that time, including stick drift, tell me and I'll repair it. I'll cover the postage. If I can't repair it, I'll replace it or refund you. The warranty doesn't cover accidental damage, liquid damage, or a controller that's been opened or repaired by someone else.

The battery is covered if it fails. Gradual loss of battery life with age is normal for any rechargeable battery and isn't a fault.

It's on top of your rights under consumer law, not instead of them.

Delivery & returns

Royal Mail Tracked 48 is free, or choose Tracked 24 (£3) or Special Delivery (£11). UK addresses only. I'll email you the tracking number when it's on its way.

Ships within 1 working day. Working days are Monday to Friday, excluding bank holidays.

Changed your mind? You can cancel within 14 days of delivery, for any reason. Tell me, then send it back in the condition you received it. You pay the return postage, and I refund what you paid, including the standard delivery.

Faulty? If it arrives faulty, or develops a fault under warranty, tell me and I'll arrange the return at my cost.

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Frequently asked questions

Is it a genuine Sony controller?
Yes, it's a genuine Sony DualSense. As part of refurbishment, some parts may have been replaced with quality aftermarket parts. Everything is tested before it's listed.
Will it drift?
Not when it leaves me: I only list one if both sticks pass my Stick Drift Test cleanly. Standard sticks wear over time, though, and that wear is the main cause of drift. If a stick starts to drift within the 6-month warranty, tell me and I'll repair it. If you'd rather have that problem engineered out, I also sell this controller with Hall effect or TMR sticks fitted, which read position with magnets and are far less likely to drift.
Is it used or new?
It's a used Sony controller, sometimes called second-hand or pre-owned, that I've refurbished. That's different from buying used as-is: I've opened it, cleaned it, checked both sticks and tested everything, and it comes with a 6-month warranty.
What's the difference between Excellent and Good?
Only how it looks. Excellent has very light signs of use at most; Good has visible marks, such as light scratches on the shell. Both get the same sticks, the same testing and the same 6-month warranty.
Can I return it if I change my mind?
Yes. You can cancel within 14 days of delivery, for any reason. You pay the return postage, and I refund what you paid, including the standard delivery. If it's faulty, I cover the cost of sending it back.
When will it be posted?
Ships within 1 working day, by Royal Mail, and I'll email you the tracking number. Working days are Monday to Friday, excluding bank holidays.
Does it come with a cable?
No, it's the controller only. It charges with any standard USB-C cable — use one that supports data and charging, as some charge-only cables won't pair it with your console.
Can you fit Hall effect sticks to it later?
Yes. Whenever you like, you can post it to me and I'll fit Hall effect sticks, the same upgrade I do on customers' own controllers. The link to that repair is under Related repairs and reading on this page.

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