I had my first controller (the same as this one) for about 19 months, and it is a good controller. The only problem with it is how light and easily broke this controller gets. However it will only brake if you mash the buttons too hard or slam it on the floor in a belt of rage. If you dont do anything like that it is a good little controller and a lot better than any madcatz controllers. Buy this or the sony dualshock 3. Both have the best design, but the dualshock 3 is just a bit more durable and heavier.

That's about how long i've had my 2 sixaxis controllers and now the analogue sticks on both of them squeak with each movement. Also they get stuck in random positions and i have to keep moving them back. These controllers are great in every aspect apart from durability...

I'd always buy Sony when considering controllers; I've been burnt with 'other brands' on the PS2. Its different when it comes to other peripherals, like rumble packs on an N64 or an adaptor for the PS3 from PS2 as they can work well; but controllers matter.

They matter because the Sony controller is so well made. Its durable, the buttons are progressively sensitive. They re-charge and hold charge well. Its not too heavy. Doesn't feel cheap. Also bear in mind it has the tilt axis, a very neat feature (mirroring the very old Micro PC stuff).

Its a great buy at this price, 25, as a backup controller. Personally I prefer the vibration/shock version for ten pound more - hence 4 star. Does not include cable from memory.