Sony DualSense Edge

Sony DualSense Edge

Sony's pro PS5 pad with swappable stick modules, remappable back buttons and adjustable trigger stops.

  • USB, Bluetooth

PCPR score

7.9

Good

Best price we’ve seen

$200Nov 9

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The short version

The DualSense Edge is Sony's pro controller for PS5, adding swappable stick modules, two remappable back buttons chosen from half-dome and lever styles, adjustable trigger depth, profile switching and a carrying case to the standard DualSense's haptics and adaptive triggers. It also works on PC over USB or Bluetooth. Tom's Hardware and Push Square like the customization, but battery life is shorter than the standard DualSense, with Push Square seeing about six hours with haptics at full strength.

Pros

  • Swappable stick modules without tools
  • Two remappable back buttons with half-dome and lever options
  • Adjustable trigger depth and quick-swap profiles
  • Keeps DualSense haptics and adaptive triggers

Cons

  • Battery life is shorter than the standard DualSense
  • Expensive for what most players need, per Tom's Hardware

Best for

  • PS5 players who want pro-style customization
  • Competitive players who can use the back buttons and trigger stops

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Full specifications

Core

Platforms
PlayStation, PC

Connectivity

Connection
USB, Bluetooth

Features

Back buttons
2
Trigger stops
Yes

Compatibility notes

  • On PC, connects with the included USB cable or Bluetooth.

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Where to buy

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Video reviews

Overview · Review

PS5 DualSense Edge Review - Is It Worth It?

Push Square

A review of the PS5 DualSense Edge controller discussing whether it is worth its price.

Overview · Unboxing

Dualsense Edge Unboxing - Features, Case, Controller Parts

Push Square

A hands-on unboxing of the DualSense Edge showing the case, features, and included controller parts.

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What reviewers and owners say

  • Tom's Hardware · Andrew E. Freedman

    Mixed

    Likes the feel, tool-free stick modules and easy customisation, but says the high price and shorter battery life than the standard DualSense limit its appeal to committed competitive players.

    3.5/5 · 2023-01-29

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  • Push Square · Aaron Bayne

    Positive

    Judges it a strong upgrade for enthusiasts, citing natural-feeling back paddles and easy trigger and stick changes, while seeing roughly six hours per charge with haptics at full strength.

  • r/UsbCHardware · u/chaos_kitty_2

    Critical

    An owner reports intermittent charging with the DualSense Edge and suspects a faulty USB-C port after testing multiple known-good cables, considering a repair.

Summaries are written in our words. Follow the links for each source’s own review.

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Common questions

Can worn stick modules be replaced?

Yes. Tom's Hardware notes the joysticks can be replaced without tools, and Best Buy lists a separate Stick Module for the DualSense Edge, so drift can be fixed by swapping the module.

How long does the battery last?

Sony's page gives no hour figure. Push Square saw about six hours with full-strength haptics, and Tom's Hardware reports it is shorter than the standard DualSense.

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