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Xbox Controller Tester

Xbox Controller Tester Windows – Online & Free

This xbox controller tester windows runs entirely in your browser. Connect your device, press its buttons or move its sticks, and see every input register in real time.

No controller detected. Press any button on your controller to connect.

How the xbox controller tester windows works

Connect your controller with a cable or pair it over Bluetooth, then press any button to wake up the xbox controller tester windows. Once it's detected, every button press and stick movement will show up instantly on screen so you can confirm each part of your controller is working as expected.

What this xbox controller tester windows checks

A xbox controller tester windows is useful for catching stick drift, dead buttons, unresponsive triggers, and vibration motors that have stopped working. Running this check before a match, a stream, or a long session helps you catch hardware issues early.

Troubleshooting tips

If your device isn't detected, try unplugging and reconnecting it, pressing a button to trigger detection, or checking your browser's site permissions. Chrome, Edge, and Firefox all support the Gamepad API used by this tool; Safari's support is more limited.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why isn't my controller detected by this xbox controller tester windows?

Browsers usually require a button press before they'll detect a connected controller due to how the Gamepad API works. Press any button, check your cable or Bluetooth connection, and make sure you're using a browser that supports gamepads, such as Chrome, Edge, or Firefox.

Does this xbox controller tester windows work with wireless controllers?

Yes. Once a wireless controller is paired with your computer or phone at the operating system level, this tool can read its input the same way it reads a wired controller.

Is this xbox controller tester windows free to use?

Yes, this tool is completely free, requires no signup, and runs entirely in your browser without any download.

Can this xbox controller tester windows detect stick drift or dead zones?

Yes. Watch the stick position indicator while the stick is centered and untouched. If it doesn't rest at 0.00, 0.00, that can indicate drift or a dead zone issue with your controller.