Comparison

PS5 Controller Trigger Test vs Pleyx

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

PS5 Controller Trigger Test

Explore and test the advanced adaptive trigger and haptic feedback features of your PS5 controller. This app allows you to experiment with various trigger effects and controller settings, offering a unique way to interact with your DualSense.

Highlights
  • Test adaptive trigger effects
  • Customize trigger values
  • Adjust controller light
  • Monitor battery level
  • Simple and beautiful UI
  • VoiceOver support
Features
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AS FEATURED ON: IGN, TheGamer, PlayStation LifeStyle, Game Rant and more. Connect the device using bluetooth to try out trigger effects on your device. PS5 Controller Trigger Test is an easy to use app which allows you to test and mess around with the different Dualsense trigger effects. WHY YOU’LL LOVE PS5 CONTROLLER TRIGGER TEST: The app allows you to test all effects and mess around with many values - and it looks beautiful whilst doing so! NOTABLE FEATURES: • Simple and beautiful user interface • Test all types of effects, with all possible values • Change each trigger separately • Change the controller’s light and monitor the battery • Small haptic feedback when interacting, improving the overall experience • VoiceOver support • 3D Touch GET IN TOUCH: If you have any questions or feedback, I'm all ears. PS5 Controller Trigger Test was created by an individual in his free time, and I’d love to know what you think. I’m available through Twitter @elohohel.

About

Pleyx

Optimize and maintain your PlayStation console with AI-powered tools. Test controllers for drift, track game prices, and receive maintenance reminders. Get expert advice and keep your console running smoothly.

Highlights
  • AI gaming assistant
  • Controller drift testing
  • Game price tracking
  • Console health analysis
  • Screen optimization
  • Maintenance reminders
Features
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PLEYX helps you optimize and care for your PS5 or PS4, test your controller for drift and get answers from AI, no tech hassle. Made by gamers for gamers, it brings together tools, guides and reminders so you get the most out of your console. It's like having a 24/7 gamer expert in your pocket: it guides you, explains things and has your back so your console runs the way it should, no tech skills needed. Pick your console when you start (PS5, PS4, PS4 Slim or PS4 Pro) and the whole app adapts to yours: its menus, its settings, its controller and its fixes. Switch it anytime from your profile. AI assistant built for gaming tech PLEYX includes a smart assistant that specializes in PS5, PS4 and gaming tech. Ask it anything and get clear, practical answers for your console: - Settings, performance or connectivity questions - Error codes and how to fix them - Game and gear recommendations - Help optimizing picture, network and performance - Tips for building a complete gaming setup A gamer expert whenever you need one. Save money and take better care of your console Track game prices on PlayStation Store, check the monthly PS Plus games, register the warranty for your console, controllers and accessories, check your controller's health and get alerts when PlayStation Network goes down. Smart scanner and console health PLEYX analyzes your setup and your console's condition to help you prevent problems before they happen: - Checks for conditions that can cause overheating - Tells you what's wrong and how to fix it - Rates your console's overall health and gives you clear recommendations Your console cared for as if it had its own doctor. Drift Doctor: DualSense and DualShock 4 diagnostics Is your stick moving on its own? With Drift Doctor you can: - Test your DualSense (PS5) or DualShock 4 (PS4) for stick drift - Find out if the problem can be corrected - Get clear steps to fix it when the sensor allows - Keep a history of your tests Before you buy a new controller, check with PLEYX. Screen optimization and calibration Set up your TV or monitor so your console looks the way it should: - Tells you which HDMI port to use - Guides you through turning on and setting up HDR on PS5 and PS4 - Tells you the exact number of clicks for HDR calibration - Includes SDR settings for screens without HDR No guesswork and no long tutorials. Smart Game Mode PLEYX also looks out for you and your console: - Break reminders every 4 hours - Alerts when temperatures in your area get extreme Play better, longer and with fewer risks. Maintenance reminders Keep your console in shape for the long run with smart notifications: - Cleaning reminders - Regular maintenance alerts - Reminders to replace liquid metal (PS5) or thermal paste (PS4) - Based on the date you choose And with widgets, your console's status is always in sight. Guides, repairs, deals and news PLEYX brings together everything a PlayStation gamer needs: - Software guides, tips and optimization tricks - Step-by-step hardware repair guides for PS5, PS4, PS4 Slim and PS4 Pro - Deals on PlayStation, Xbox and Nintendo - Gaming news from our official blog - Guide to requesting PlayStation Store refunds and PSN status by country All in one place, no need to dig through forums or scattered videos. PS5 only These tools rely on DualSense hardware and are only available on PS5: - Trigger Doctor: diagnoses drift in the adaptive triggers, helps you treat it and measures their real travel - Stick calibration via PC PLEYX is an independent app, not affiliated with or endorsed by Sony Interactive Entertainment Inc., owner of the PlayStation, PS5, PS4, DualSense and DualShock trademarks. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy: https://pleyx.com/politicas-de-privacidad/

Screenshots

PS5 Controller Trigger Test3 screens
Pleyx4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Pleyx at 100% against PS5 Controller Trigger Test's 41%. Pleyx also leads on price (Free vs $2.99) and rating (4.6 vs 4.1). PS5 Controller Trigger Test's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 14) and ads (none vs shown). On ratings volume, update cadence, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Pleyx is free to download; PS5 Controller Trigger Test costs $2.99 up front. Pleyx sells 14 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. PS5 Controller Trigger Test asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Pleyx holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 101 and 105 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 41% of PS5 Controller Trigger Test's written reviews are positive against 100% of Pleyx's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
PS5 Controller Trigger Test versus Pleyx: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPS5 Controller Trigger TestPleyx
Price$2.99Free — better
Rating4.1 (101 ratings)4.6 (105 ratings) — better
Positive reviews41.5% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings101105 — better
Update frequencyEvery 9 daysEvery 9 days
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS14.5 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB132 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRihab MehboobJhoider Rodriguez

Customer experience

PS5 Controller Trigger Test

All ratings102 ratings
Positive75.5%
Neutral8.8%
Negative15.7%
Written reviews41 reviews
Positive41.5%
Neutral19.5%
Negative39.0%

Pleyx

All ratings105 ratings
Positive91.4%
Neutral1.9%
Negative6.7%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

PS5 Controller Trigger Test

No in-app purchases

14 purchases

Pleyx

Subscriptions4
  • Acceso Total (1 Semana)$4.997 Days
  • Pleyx PRO Mensual$14.991 Month
  • Acceso Total (1 Mes)3 Days trial$14.991 Month
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  • Pleyx PRO Anual7 Days trial$99.991 Year
One-time10
  • 15 consultas al asistente$0.99
  • 1 Diagnóstico de Gatillo$1.99
  • Optimización · 24 horas$2.99
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  • Drift Doctor · 24 horas$2.99
  • 60 consultas al asistente$2.99
  • 3 Diagnósticos de Gatillo$3.99
  • 130 consultas al asistente$4.99
  • 5 Diagnósticos de Gatillo$5.99
  • 300 consultas al asistente$9.99
  • 750 consultas del asistente$19.99

Questions

Is PS5 Controller Trigger Test free?
PS5 Controller Trigger Test costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Pleyx free?
Pleyx is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, PS5 Controller Trigger Test or Pleyx?
Pleyx is rated higher. PS5 Controller Trigger Test averages 4.1 out of 5 from 101 ratings, while Pleyx averages 4.6 from 105 ratings.
Do PS5 Controller Trigger Test or Pleyx have ads?
Pleyx shows ads; PS5 Controller Trigger Test does not.
Which is updated more often, PS5 Controller Trigger Test or Pleyx?
PS5 Controller Trigger Test ships an update every 9 days, and Pleyx every 9 days. Most recently, PS5 Controller Trigger Test was updated on October 30, 2026 and Pleyx on October 31, 2026.

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