The Scuf Omega is a great PS5 controller, but its price and some annoying design quirks make it difficult to fully recommend

Date:
Sun, 07 Jun 2026 19:00:00 +0000

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The Scuf Omega excels at providing a premium gaming experience, but I cant help but lurch at the price and some of its design choices.

FULL STORY ======================================================================Scuf Omega: one-minute review The Scuf Omega is the Corsair subsidiarys latest PlayStation 5-compatible controller. Its received the PlayStation seal of approval as an officially-licensed product, so youd expect it to be of at least a reasonably high quality, right?

Heres the thing. Ive reviewed loads of the best PS5 controllers , including a bunch of those at the premium price level, including the Razer Raiju V3 Pro , DualSense Edge , and the Victrix Pro BFG Reloaded . The Scuf Omega hasnt outshone any of them in my testing, even though, on paper, it should win out with its feature set and customization options.

So, where has Scuf gone wrong? Much of it comes down to build quality. While its solid enough in the hands - and actually very comfortable - most individual parts can be removed, like the faceplate, touchpad plate, d-pad, face buttons, and the thumbsticks. In isolation, these parts (and the accessories included in the box, like button and paddle blanks and optional long-shaft thumbsticks) feel cheap and flimsy. Latest Videos From Watch full video here: (Image credit: Future) Im also not at all a fan of the optional paddle buttons on the sides of the controller. These are far too easy to
press accidentally, and because they come pre-mapped out of the box, even gently tapping one mid-game can feel like the video game equivalent of stepping on a Lego brick. Scuf Omega (PC Grey) at Amazon for 209.99 Ill get into other issues I have with the Scuf Omega below, but I want to stress its not all bad news. Those side buttons and paddles are removable and can be replaced with included blanking plates, preventing accidental presses
entirely if you dont really feel like using them (though this is a controller squarely aimed at players who do appreciate these additional input options).

And in general, actually playing games with the Scuf Omega is a pretty wonderful experience. The d-pad and face buttons are extremely tactile with a ludicrously short travel. The textured grips are comfortable, and the controller just sits in your hands so nicely. I adore the digital trigger option here, too, giving them the exact same immediacy as the buttons youll
be pressing the most.

Again, theres plenty Scuf has gotten right with the Omega, but I just cant recommend it at the triple-digit sticker price when its not as solidly or thoughtfully built as competing premium options. Get daily insight, inspiration and deals in your inbox Sign up for breaking news, reviews, opinion, top tech deals, and more. Contact me with news and offers from other Future brands Receive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsors By submitting your information you agree to the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over. Scuf Omega: price and
availability List price: $219.99 / 209.99 (around AU$300) Available to buy
now from Scufs website Many special liveries are available, but they are a
tad pricier Its easy to baulk at the price of the Scuf Omega. However, this
is the bracket where most third-party PS5 controllers sit. For example, the Razer Raiju V3 Pro comes in at $219.99 / 199.99, while the official DualSense Edge can be had for $199.99 / 199.99. Meanwhile, theres the similarly modular Victrix Pro BFG Reloaded, which will set you back $209.99 / 179.99. Its an expensive space.

The thing is, if you want to buy a PS5 controller that isnt the standard DualSense, options outside of that premium space are practically
non-existent. I could forgive many of the Scuf Omegas shortcomings if it were made available at a more tempting mid-range price.

We know that Sony can be challenging to work with for third-parties, especially as it reserves features like haptic feedback, adaptive triggers, and native PS5 wireless connectivity for its own controller hardware. That often means that brands stick to PC, Xbox, or Nintendo consoles, thus drying up any meaningful budget-to-mid-range alternatives on PlayStation.

Still, when I look at controllers in other spaces, like the 8BitDo Pro 3 or GameSir Tarantula Pro , Im seeing similar premium features on those pads,
like Tunnel Magnetoresistance (TMR) sticks and extra remappable buttons. All available for much, much less.

My two cents right now? Wait for a sale. If you see the Scuf Omega drop by around 20-25% over a major sales period, then Id say thats a good time to consider picking one up. Scuf Omega: Specs Swipe to scroll horizontally Row 0 - Cell 0

Scuf Omega

Price

$219.99 / 209.99 (around AU$300)

Weight

8.9oz / 254g

Dimensions

6.5 x 4.5 x 2.5in / 164 x 115 x 64mm

Compatibility

PS5, PC

Connection type

Wireless (2.4GHz, Bluetooth), Wired (USB-C)

Battery life

Around 17 hours (Image credit: Future) Scuf Omega: design and features Wonderful ergonomics Lightweight and comfortable in hand Removable parts feel a bit cheap and flimsy The Scuf Omega is a mixed bag on the design front, but it has nailed it on the ergonomics front. The controller feels fantastic in the hands, resting snugly and firmly, thanks to the rugged textured grips on the back half of the controller. Its close in shape to the DualSense Wireless Controller, though the Omegas row of G1 to G5 buttons at the bottom between the grips adds some slight extra volume.

If you read that last sentence and thought wow, thats a lot of buttons, then youd be right. The Scuf Omega is not wanting when it comes to ancillary features. Those G1 to G5 buttons mainly govern headset volume and mic muting (which is lovely to have on the controller itself), though G1 and G5 are remappable on PS5.

Beyond those, you have a dedicated profile switching button, four paddle buttons on the back (two of which can be removed and replaced with the included blanking panels), a pair of side bumpers (one on each flank), and trigger locks that are built right into the triggers themselves.

The central touchpad also works as it would on a DualSense, enabling cursor movement and gestures in supporting games. That isnt something you see often with third-party PS5 controllers, which often opt for the basic touchpad clicks and no actual touch functionality.

One design aspect I do find to be a bit finicky is how the Omega handles connectivity options. You can swap between 2.4GHz, Bluetooth, and wired connections with one switch, and PS5 and PC connectivity with another. That isnt uncommon for third-party PS5 controllers. (Image credit: Future) The problem is that these switches are hidden beneath the Omegas faceplate. So yes, that means you have to remove the faceplate every time you want to make
a connectivity change. Its not the end of the world, but its an irksome extra step youll need to contend with if you regularly swap between PS5 and PC
play, for example.

Its not just the faceplate thats removable here, though. Practically every module on the Omega - from the sticks and touchpad plate to the rear paddles, d-pad, and face buttons - can all be taken out and swapped for other parts (many of which are sold on Scufs website separately). On the one hand, I like this; it gives the Omega the kind of customizable flair usually reserved for speciality controllers like fight sticks.

On the other hand, it reveals the Omegas build quality isnt at all what it seems. When put together, it feels solid enough. However, its individual
parts in isolation feel rather cheap. Especially the faceplate, which feels brittle enough to snap in half with little effort. Obviously, I would never
do this, and I imagine you wouldnt, either. But a mischievous nephew might. Just something to be cautious about if you choose to buy the Scuf Omega yourself.

There are also some instances where the controller just doesnt feel all that thoughtfully put together. Those blanking plates for the rear and side
paddles can start to feel loose, and I often need to secure them back in place. The touchpad plate almost has the opposite issue, where it can sometimes get wedged to the left or right. While this didnt have a profound impact on play, it does add to that feeling of cheapness that I shouldnt expect from a controller that costs as much as the Omega does. (Image credit: Future) Scuf Omega: Performance Marvelous play experience Around 17 hours of battery life Some of the nicest-feeling buttons in the business Im going to keep this section short because I have virtually no complaints (I have one, but Ill get to that) about the Scuf Omegas game performance. It may fall
short of the competition on build quality, but when it comes to actually playing games, the Omega does it better than any PS5 controller Ive tested to date. Yes, even Sonys own DualSense Edge.

Performance is where the Scuf Omega just about clinches a four-star rating from me. I adore the clicky immediacy of its d-pad and face buttons, both of which are powered by the brands own Omron mechanical switches. And on the thumbsticks front, youll have no issues with drift, thanks to Scuf leveraging Hall effect-like TMR tech here.

I think my favorite aspect of the Scuf Omega is its two-way trigger locks, though. These are housed on the underside of the triggers themselves, which
is a really thoughtful design touch. I love the digital trigger press here, which provides fast, fluid inputs for shooters like Fortnite and Call of Duty . You can switch back to a more traditional analog pull at any time, too, which makes the Omega a dab hand at racing games like Forza Horizon 6 .

It'd be almost a slam dunk if it werent for the awkward and frankly annoying side bumpers. Aesthetically, theyre horrible, jutting out of the sides of the pad where your fingers can accidentally press them all too easily. And
because they come pre-mapped, my first hour or so with the Omega came with no shortage of mispresses in-game.

Sure, theres a use case for pro players who like quick and easy access to input shortcuts, but theyre wholly unnecessary for casual folks. After a bit of testing, I swiftly swapped them out for the side blanking paddles. (Image credit: Future) Should I buy the Scuf Omega? Buy it if... You want super customization You can swap everything here, and I do mean everything. Faceplates, buttons, d-pad, sticks, and even the touchpad. Whether its for aesthetic or gameplay purposes, youll find an extraordinarily malleable controller in the Scuf Omega. Youre after something high-performance You do get what you pay for in terms of controller performance. Most modules feel fantastic to use on the Omega, and while I personally dislike those side buttons, having up to 11 extra remappable buttons is nice for those who like to make use of shortcuts and secondary inputs. Don't buy it if... You were hoping for better build quality The controller itself is solid enough when
its all put together. But the individual parts have a noticeably cheap feel
to them when removed. For my money, both the DualSense Edge and Victrix Pro BFG Reloaded are more well-put-together devices. Youre on a budget This ones probably a bit obvious, but I wouldnt at all blame you for turning your nose up at a controller that is north of $200 / 200. The Scuf Omega is absolutely
a luxury purchase that wont be for everyone. Scuf Omega: Also consider If youre not quite feeling the Scuf Omega, heres a quick glance at a couple of other PS5-facing third-party options. Swipe to scroll horizontally Row 0 - Cell 0

Scuf Omega

Victrix Pro BFG Reloaded

Razer Raiju V3 Pro

Price

$219.99 / 209.99 (around AU$300)

$209.99 / 179.99 (around AU$322)

$219.99 / 199.99 (around AU$339)

Weight

8.9oz / 254g

9.3oz / 265g

9.8oz / 279g

Dimensions

6.1 x 3.9 x 2.6in / 154 x 101 x 65mm

6.3 x 4.1 x 2.4in / 160 x 105 x 60mm

6.6 x 4.2 x 2.6in / 168 x 105 x 65mm

Compatibility

PS5, PC

PS5, PS4, PC (Xbox version sold separately)

PS5, PC

Connection type

Wireless (2.4GHz, Bluetooth), Wired (USB-C)

Wireless (2.4GHz), Wired (USB-C)

Wireless (2.4GHz), Wired (USB-C)

Battery life

Around 17 hours

Around 20 hours

Around 10 hours Victrix Pro BFG Reloaded My favorite pro PS5 controller to date, the Victrix Pro BFG Reloaded nails practically everything I would
expect from its premium price tag. Superb build quality, high level of customization, and even the option to swap out stick and button modules. Im especially a fan of the included Fightpad module, which is ideal for fighting games.

Read our full Victrix Pro BFG Reloaded review Razer Raiju V3 Pro While it loses out on the battery life front, Razers first go at a dedicated PS5 controller is still a winner. Sublime TMR sticks, wonderfully clicky rear bumpers, and handy trigger locks all make for a top-notch feature set. Build quality isnt quite as robust as what we saw with the Razer Wolverine V3 Pro, but the Raiju honestly isnt far off.

Read our full Razer Raiju V3 Pro review How I tested the Scuf Omega Tested for two weeks Tested on both PS5 and PC Played a variety of single and multiplayer games I tested the Scuf Omega for roughly two weeks for this review. In that time, I made use of the controllers broad swathe of features, including its remappable buttons and swappable modules. Games I played with the Scuf Omega include Assassins Creed Shadows and Saros on PS5, as well as Final Fantasy 14 Online and Forza Horizon 6 on PC, broadly aiming to test out a variety of game genres with the controller.

First reviewed May 2026

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