Scuf Reflex Pro vs. Old Controller: Drift Solved?

Summary

Tired of stick drift? This review dives into the Scuf Reflex Pro controller with new TMR sticks, comparing it to an older model. The original Scuf Reflex Pro, despite lasting nearly four years, suffered from immediate stick drift. The reviewer explored alternatives like Hall effect sticks but found them incompatible with PS5. TMR, or tunneling magnetoresistance, sticks emerged as a newer, less sensitive, and more accurate alternative, particularly for FPS gaming. However, the Scuf Reflex Pro was the only readily available PS5-compatible controller offering TMR upgrades. After two weeks of testing, the new controller showed no signs of drift and significantly improved accuracy. Tests revealed the old controller's sticks were off-center and had higher error rates in circular motion tracking, averaging 16.3% on the left and 17.1% on the right. The new TMR sticks boasted immaculate centering and much lower error, with the left stick at 15.7% and the right at 15.3%. Stylistically, the controller is rated 4.5 out of five, accuracy and control a near-perfect 4.9 out of five, and learning curve a perfect five out of five. However, pricing is a significant drawback, receiving a 2 out of five rating, leading to an overall score of 4.1 out of five.