GuliKit Unveils ES Max Controller with Improved Anti-Drift Technology

GuliKit has officially launched the ES Max, its first wireless controller to feature an improved iteration of tunneling magnetoresistance (TMR) thumbsticks designed to eliminate stick drift. Priced at $49.99, the device represents a strategic upgrade from the company’s budget-friendly ES Pro, which debuted nearly a year ago with the original anti-drift technology.

The core innovation in the ES Max lies in its sensor mechanics. While traditional TMR technology measures changes in the distance between a sensor and a moving magnet, the new system measures the rotational angle of the magnet as it moves with the stick. This approach ensures the magnetic field strength never decreases, resulting in more accurate, precise, and stable input measurements compared to previous iterations.

The controller is built for broad compatibility, supporting all versions of the Nintendo Switch, Windows and macOS computers, iOS and Android mobile devices, and the Steam platform. This cross-platform flexibility positions the ES Max as a versatile peripheral for users operating across multiple ecosystems without needing separate hardware.

Additional hardware features include two remappable back buttons and swappable thumbstick caps. The triggers utilise Hall-effect linear technology but can be switched to micro-switches to provide shorter travel distances for faster reaction times. GuliKit is also bundling a Hyperlink 2 Bluetooth adapter with the device, claiming it offers lower latency for wireless performance, alongside the introduction of a new mobile app for customising and updating the gamepad.

At $49.99, the ES Max is priced higher than the ES Pro’s launch price of $29.99. However, it remains cheaper than Nintendo’s Switch 2 Pro Controller, offering a cost-effective alternative for consumers seeking durable, drift-free controls. The device is available for purchase now.