Drift, when your character or camera moves on its own, is the most common fault with game controllers. We replace the worn joystick module so your controller aims as precisely as a new one. Below you'll find current prices from our repair price list and an explanation of when a repair is worth it.
Prices at a glance
From CZK 890 to CZK 1,490, depending on the model and type of part
Prices include VAT and come straight from our repair price list. We confirm the exact price in advance and never do anything without your consent.
Prices by controller
The price covers replacing one joystick module, including testing. If the other stick is worn as well, we'll recommend replacing both at once. That works out cheaper than two separate repairs.
| Model | Price from |
|---|---|
| Sony Playstation 5 | CZK 890 |
| Sony Playstation 4 Pro | CZK 890 |
| Sony Playstation 5 Slim | CZK 890 |
| Microsoft Xbox Series X | CZK 890 |
| Sony Playstation 4 Slim | CZK 890 |
| Microsoft Xbox One | CZK 890 |
| Nintendo Switch | CZK 890 |
| Nintendo Switch OLED | CZK 890 |
| Nintendo Switch Lite | CZK 890 |
| Microsoft Xbox One X | CZK 890 |
| Microsoft Xbox One S | CZK 890 |
| Valve Steam Deck | CZK 890 |
Why controllers drift
Standard sticks measure their position with two potentiometers. Inside, a contact rubs against a resistive track. Over time the track wears down and collects dust, so the controller registers movement even when the stick is at rest. On the DualSense, drift typically appears after a few hundred hours of play. It isn't a fault in one particular unit but the way the component works.
Increasing the dead zone in a game, recalibrating or blowing out the stick will hide drift for a while, but it won't fix the wear. The reliable fix is to replace the whole module: we desolder the old one, solder in a new one and test the controller across its full range of movement.
Upgrade to Hall effect or TMR
For the DualSense, Xbox controllers and Joy-Cons, there are modules that measure position magnetically (Hall effect or TMR) without any contacts touching. A module like this has nothing to wear down, so the drift won't come back. Ask us whether one is available for your controller.
Is a repair worth it?
For the DualSense, Xbox Elite or Pro Controller, yes. Replacing the module costs far less than a new controller. With cheap controllers, we'll tell you honestly whether a repair makes sense.
With original Joy-Cons for the Switch, try Nintendo first. In the EU, Nintendo's own service centre repairs Joy-Con drift free of charge, even after the warranty has expired. After any unauthorised repair, including ours, you'll lose this option. The programme doesn't cover Joy-Cons for the Switch 2.
How the repair works
- Find your controller in the console repair price list and select the joystick repair.
- Bring the controller to our shop in Hradec Králové or send it to us with free courier pickup from anywhere in the Czech Republic. Leave the console at home.
- The repair usually takes 1–3 working days, depending on module availability.
- We give a 12-month warranty on the repair.
Find out more on the PS5, Xbox and Joy-Con controller drift repair page.
FAQs
Do you replace both sticks?
We replace the one that drifts. If the other one is worn too, we'll recommend replacing both at once. That works out cheaper than two separate repairs.
Can you repair the DualSense Edge too?
On the DualSense Edge, the stick modules are swapped as complete units without soldering, and you can buy a replacement module yourself. If you can't manage it, or something else needs fixing, we'll be happy to take a look at the controller.
Will calibration help?
Only for a while. Calibration or a larger dead zone hides the drift, but the worn potentiometer keeps wearing down. The permanent fix is replacing the module.
Will the repair affect the manufacturer's warranty?
Work done outside the manufacturer's authorised service centre may void the manufacturer's warranty. If your controller is still under warranty, try making a warranty claim with the seller first. We give our own 12-month warranty on our repair.