KontrolFreek CQCX Thumb Grips for PlayStation 4 Controller (PS4) and PlayStation 5 (PS5) | 2 Mid-Rise Convex Performance Thumbsticks | Black

5 months later: I can’t go without these. They still look like and grip like new. I rotate them 90° everyday as they tend to spin a bit in the analogs. This prevents any flat spots and promotes even wear. Picture with cable connected is from 3/30/20, showing minimal wear.3 months later: In love with convex grips, wondering how I went without for so long. They hold up incredibly well if you don’t expose them to greasy substances, as the rubber is porous enough to absorb them. For real, if you take care of these they reward you with dividends, wash your hands before gaming and see what happens. I race alot, and having to reposition my thumb midturn blows, but the grip and range of motion allows me to hang on and make those adjustments my thumbs weren’t able to before. When clean and dry the grip is unmatched. Very little effort is needed to manipulate analog sticks and thumb strain is significantly reduced. I was having thumb soreness and cramping in my left hand and these grips cured it! They definitely help with games with a lot of L3 sprinting too. I uploaded a current photo showing the condition of the sticks now on crystal controller, originally black.12/9/19: I’ve never used any sort of thumb grips so I didn’t know what to expect. I tend to do a lot of sprinting with L3 so I wanted a soft and convex grip with no sharp edges that would dig into my thumb. (I have a damaged nerve directly under contact patch) The rubber is supple and super tacky, making movements effortless. The added leverage of the 8.6mm rise also loosens up the sticks and gives them a smoother range of motion. I wouldn’t go any taller like the high-rise, and my next pair will be the Icon X which is 2.2mm shorter at 6.4mm rise. These are great for those with larger hands or longer thumbs. I always felt cramped in awkward angles with no grips, now my thumbs are in proper posture and never ache anymore. I also have very thin bony fingers, so convex grips don’t dig in and create any pressure points as opposed to the sharp edges with concave grips.

I first ordered the FPS Freek Vortex version (one concave and one convex) but I found that the convex version was a little rough on the thumb over time for non-FPS games. So I ordered the CQCX version to remedy this situation. These adapters have been great for over all gaming (I play FPS, fighting, racing, and adventure games). They also assist in making the controller feel more comfortable for me as I have small hands and have trouble reaching the joysticks. The one thing that I have noticed is that after two months the rubber is starting to 'fray' and wear away from normal use.Pros:Easily Snap onto the PS4 controller's joysticksMore comfortable than the default joysticksProvide better controlCons:Some noticeable wear to the rubber after 2 months (hence the 4 stars)

sony messed up when they redesigned the sticks on ps4 controllers. the rubber they use breaks down leaving you with a slippery surface or in some cases it flakes off down to the plastic leaving you with an unusable controller. i also think sony had it right with the convex style sticks on previous dual shock controllers. i preferred them so much that i ordered a custom controller for my xbox 360 that had convex joysticks. the problem is your thumbs do not just sit in the little dimple (concave), they travel across the surface as you move and aim. this is why i chose the cqcx's because they are the convex style allowing your thumb to freely travel as you move and aim.the cqcx's have honey comb indents for grip which is excellent. i really like the new cqc design which is shorter than the original freeks. the longer ones are okay for the right stick but not for the left stick. i have an original set of freeks for xbox 360, one improvement over the older design i like is there are the 3 ridges vs 6 on the older design that keep the freeks in place, making it easier to attach and remove them from your controller. this is good because it was difficult to remove them before and easier to damage your controller. the cqcx's height isn't intrusive but comfortable and i prefer the added height without the discomfort that comes with the added height on the regular freeks, especially for the left stick.there is an argument to be made for whether or not they may improve your aim, this isn't why i purchased these, but they do provide more elegant solution than the cheaper silicone condoms from other brands to a problem that shouldn't exist. thankfully kontrol freek has several cqc styles, the signature series more closely resembles the default ps4 grips if you prefer.i would like to see more colour options, while the signature series comes in green and the vortex in orange there grip types are significantly different than the cqcx. you could match these with the ultra x for the added precision on your right stick.it is my hope they will hold up better than the ps4 sticks do and i will update later one way or the other.i would recommend these if you ps4 controller has lost it's grip or you prefer the ps3 style joysticks. one size does not fit all so make sure you order the correct version for your console of choice.

I go out of my way to specifically purchase this texture and style. It's soft rounded design is much better for presicion aim and overall play. It allows the thimbs to 'roll' over the analog sticks smoothly and reduce aching compared to the weird style of modern controllers such as the Ps4 and XBox 1, where the sticks have an invert, or buttoned overlay. Never going back.

I got these to put on my OEM replacement sticks for my Scuf controller. My original sticks were deforming to the point of non-usability so I figured I'd get OEM replacements and these toppers. They fit, they work as well as you'd like and they are much more durable than the Scuf sticks but because of the way they mount they scratch the finish of the controller. This has wrecked the finish (it was already peeling so it is what it is) but worse than that gives a "grinding" sensation sometimes. Anyway... this may not be an issue on a stock controller or if you have extra long sticks but I'd just get the replacement sticks from Scuf next time.