About this service
Stock Xbox sticks read their position through a contact that rubs along a track, and that track wears away until the stick drifts. We replace them with magnetic sticks that read position without touching anything, so the wear that causes drift is gone. Fits Xbox Series and Xbox One controllers.
Hall effect: We fit the latest Ginfull hall effect sticks, or K-Silver depending on the controller and stock. A single stick is $40 if only one side is drifting, or $60 for the pair. It is the proven, great value way to end drift.
TMR: Ginfull TMR sticks, the newest generation of magnetic stick, fitted as a pair for $80. TMR reads finer movements than hall effect, so small aim adjustments feel smoother and more precise, and it draws less power. For $20 more than a hall effect pair, it is the one we recommend if you play shooters.
What is covered: the sticks, fitting, calibration and labour, backed by our 3 month warranty.
Not covered: water or physical damage, and faults unrelated to the upgrade we performed.
Drift, sticky buttons and worn bumpers
Xbox controllers drift just like everyone else’s: the analog stick modules wear, the camera creeps, and aim gets mushy. We replace worn sticks with magnetic ones, hall effect or TMR, which read position with no contact to wear, so the drift does not come back.
While the controller is open we can also sort sticky buttons, unresponsive bumpers and worn triggers. Mention any extras in your booking notes and we will quote before doing the work.
Hall effect or TMR: which to choose
Hall effect is the proven, great value upgrade. We fit the latest Ginfull hall effect sticks, or K-Silver depending on the controller and stock. A single stick is $40 if only one side is drifting, and a pair is $60.
TMR is the newest generation of magnetic stick, and we fit Ginfull TMR sticks as a pair for $80. TMR reads finer movements than hall effect, so small aim adjustments feel smoother and more precise, and it uses less power. For $20 more than a hall effect pair, it is the one we recommend if you play shooters.
Small parcel, easy mail-in
A controller posts in a small satchel from anywhere in Australia, which makes this one of our most popular mail-in repairs. Book online, choose Post it in, and it is back at your door tracked within days of the repair. Perth locals can drop off in North Perth instead.
Frequently asked questions
What does Xbox controller drift repair cost?
Hall effect sticks are $40 for one stick or $60 for the pair, and a TMR pair is $80. The pair is the popular choice, since the second stick is rarely far behind the first.
Which Xbox controllers do you service?
Xbox Series X and S controllers and the Xbox One family, including the standard wireless models most people have. The Elite Series 2 is a separate repair with standard sticks.
Should I choose hall effect or TMR?
Hall effect is the value pick and ends drift for $60 a pair. TMR ends drift too and adds finer precision and lower power draw for $80 a pair. If you play competitive shooters, TMR is worth the extra $20.
Do magnetic sticks feel different?
They feel like new factory sticks with accurate centring. The difference you notice is what is missing: no drift, no dead zone creep, no wander.
Can I post my controller from another state?
Yes, and it is cheap to do: a controller fits a small AusPost satchel. Return postage home is tracked and included in your booking total.