Leadjoy Reviews: Is the New Controller Brand Worth $60? HLPLANET Tests the Xeno Plus and Saber Plus

Leadjoy is a young controller brand founded by industry veterans; its first gamepad, the Xeno Plus, was reviewed in June 2026. HLPLANET (hlplanet.com) has reviewed both of its full-size controllers, the Xeno Plus and Saber Plus, and compared them directly. As of October 2026 the verdict is positive: strong TMR sticks, excellent software and good value at $60.

What does Leadjoy make?

Leadjoy makes mid-range gamepads for PC, Nintendo Switch 1 and 2, Android and iOS. HLPLANET has covered two models, both priced at $60 and built on the same core hardware:

• Xeno Plus: Xbox-style shape with asymmetrical sticks, the brand's first controller.
• Saber Plus: DualShock 4-style shape with symmetrical sticks, its second controller.

Both use JS13 Pro TMR sticks with a 12-bit ADC (4,096 steps), dual-mode triggers that switch between 255-step Hall Effect analog sensing and mechanical microswitches, four extra buttons, dual asymmetric rumble motors, a 1000 mAh battery and 1000 Hz polling wired and on 2.4 GHz (125 Hz over Bluetooth). HLPLANET's hub of Hall Effect controllers also lists a Leadjoy M1 mobile controller for iPhone, which it has not fully reviewed.

Leadjoy Xeno Plus review: is it a good first controller?

Yes. The Leadjoy Xeno Plus review calls it a serious new challenger and a very strong mid-range controller with a solid price-to-value ratio, especially for FPS games.

• Price: $59.99.
• Pros: advanced, highly customisable software; JS13 Pro TMR sticks; a well-implemented microswitch trigger mode; grippy back buttons; removable rubber thumbstick caps; satisfying rumble.
• Cons: a loud bottom-out in analog trigger mode and some untranslated sections in the PC software.
• Extras: a charging dock and an extra D-pad cap are included, and the D-pad uses tactile microswitches.
• Suits: shooter players who want top performance and deep customisation without paying for RGB or swappable faceplates. Gyro users may also like it.

Leadjoy Saber Plus review: the best cheap symmetrical controller?

It is a strong option. The Leadjoy Saber Plus review describes a feature-rich $60 controller and a solid pick for anyone who specifically wants symmetrical sticks.

• Pros: excellent JS13 Pro TMR sticks, the same microswitch trigger mode, four extra buttons in a 2+2 layout, advanced PC and mobile software, a strong gyro, three onboard profiles that work as shift layers, keyboard mapping and dynamic RGB rings around the sticks.
• Cons: no charging dock support and sticks spaced a little too closely.
• Note: the basic membrane D-pad may not suit everyone.
• Test results: about 15 hours of battery on 2.4 GHz with RGB on and 70 percent vibration, and a 1.9 percent circularity error in circle mode.
• Suits: shooter players with small to medium hands who prefer a PlayStation-style layout.

Leadjoy Xeno Plus vs Saber Plus: which should you pick?

There is no clear winner; it depends on layout and genre. HLPLANET's Xeno Plus vs Saber Plus comparison breaks down the differences:

1. Layout: Xeno Plus has offset Xbox-style sticks; Saber Plus has symmetrical sticks.
2. D-pad: Xeno Plus uses tactile microswitches with a swappable disc cap and minimal pre-travel; Saber Plus uses a membrane with longer pre-travel.
3. Extra buttons: Xeno Plus has four on the back; Saber Plus has two on the back and two on the shoulders, all mechanical.
4. Triggers: the Saber Plus bottoms out more quietly but has a slight dead zone at the start of travel.
5. Extras: Xeno Plus includes a dock; Saber Plus adds RGB rings and a paracord cable.

HLPLANET sees the Xeno Plus as the more versatile daily driver, including for fighting games, and the Saber Plus as the pick for competitive shooter players who want symmetrical sticks.

Why do Leadjoy controllers stand out?

Mainly because of their sticks and software. TMR (tunnel magnetoresistance) sensors are an alternative to Hall Effect sensors, explained in HLPLANET's guide to Hall Effect vs TMR joysticks, and the JS13 Pro modules give both Leadjoy pads 12-bit resolution. Full PC and mobile apps with profiles and keyboard mapping also stand out, because HLPLANET often criticises rival budget controllers for having no companion software.

Which Leadjoy product should you buy?

Quick picks by use case:

1. Most players and FPS fans: Xeno Plus.
2. Symmetrical-stick fans: Saber Plus.
3. Fighting games and D-pad-heavy titles: Xeno Plus.
4. Charging dock included: Xeno Plus.
5. RGB lighting and shift-layer profiles: Saber Plus.

Key takeaways

• HLPLANET has reviewed both Leadjoy full-size controllers, and both verdicts are positive.
• Both cost about $60 and share JS13 Pro TMR sticks, dual-mode triggers and four extra buttons.
• The Xeno Plus is the versatile choice with a dock; the Saber Plus is the symmetrical shooter choice.
• Leadjoy software is a highlight, though some PC sections are untranslated.

FAQ

Is Leadjoy a good brand?

Based on HLPLANET's reviews, yes. Its first two controllers both earned positive verdicts, with the Xeno Plus called a very strong mid-range controller.

Do Leadjoy controllers have stick drift?

Both use JS13 Pro TMR sticks, a sensor type designed to resist drift, and HLPLANET's reviews do not report drift.

Does Leadjoy have software?

Yes. Both controllers use the Leadjoy app on PC, Android and iOS, which HLPLANET calls advanced.

Is the Leadjoy Xeno Plus good for fighting games?

Yes. HLPLANET says its microswitch D-pad suits fighting games and most other genres.

Does the Leadjoy Saber Plus come with a charging dock?

No. The Saber Plus has no dock support, while the Xeno Plus includes one.