AimControllers vs Tigernicks: which custom controller suits you?
If you’re looking at an AimControllers controller, here is a comparison with Tigernicks on what matters most when buying: lead time, warranty, repairs and price. All AimControllers data comes from their public website, with the date.
- 5-6 daysof production in our workshop
- 24-48 hdelivery with Correos Express within mainland Spain
- Alcobendasour own workshop in Madrid, also for repairs
- 79,95 €price from, PS5 controller in the configurator
Summary: which one to choose
- You want your controller soon: we make it in 5-6 days
- You prefer a workshop in Spain for repairs and warranty
- You want a PS4 controller, as well as PS5 or Xbox
- You want to see the final price in the configurator before paying
- You like their lifetime warranty on modifications (design, buttons, paddles and smart triggers)
- You want their short-click smart triggers and smart bumpers
- You want a PC controller, which they also offer
- You don’t mind a longer production time, or you pay for their priority option
Side-by-side comparison
Choose a criterion to see the two brands side by side.
1. Production and delivery time
Tigernicks
- Production in 5-6 days in our workshop in Alcobendas (Madrid)
- Delivery with Correos Express in 24-48 h within mainland Spain
- Shipping across the European Union (except the Canary Islands, Ceuta and Melilla)
AimControllers
- According to their FAQ, the estimated production time is 10 to 50 working days before shipping
- With their “Speedy Aim” payment option, a maximum of 3 working days plus delivery (2-7 working days)
- They are based in Kolno (Poland)
Advantage: Tigernicks if you need your controller soon without paying for a priority option.
2. Warranty
Tigernicks
- 3-month repair warranty on custom controllers
- Workshop in Spain: if something goes wrong, you can bring it in or send it to us
AimControllers
- Lifetime warranty on the design, buttons, smart triggers and smart bumpers, and paddles
- According to their warranty conditions, the stick mechanism (stick drift included) and the motherboard are covered for 90 days from delivery
- After 90 days, a claim carries a €14 return fee within the EU
Tip: AimControllers’ lifetime warranty on modifications is a strong point; for stick drift, compare their 90-day coverage with the repair options available near you.
3. Repairs and stick drift
Tigernicks
- Our own workshop in Alcobendas: we repair PS5 controllers, PS4 and Xbox
- Magnetic sticks against stick drift
- By appointment at the workshop, or by post from the EU
AimControllers
- Claims are sent to their address in Poland
- According to their FAQ, they review the warranty claim within 14 days and the repair takes a maximum of 14 more days
Advantage: Tigernicks if you want a workshop nearby for everyday controller care.
4. Customisation
Tigernicks
- Configurator for PS5, PS4 and Xbox with the final price in view
- Paddles, triggers and sticks for competing
- Assembled and tested by hand in our workshop
AimControllers
- Configurators for PS5, Xbox and PC, and a panel designer for PS5
- Smart triggers and smart bumpers (short click) and programmable paddles
Advantage: AimControllers if you want a PC controller; Tigernicks if your controller is for PS4.
5. Price
Tigernicks
- PS5 controller in the configurator from 79,95 €
- PS5 controllers with design from €134.95
AimControllers
- PS5 controllers with design from €149, according to their website
With both brands, the final price depends on the options you choose: always compare the same configuration.
Comparison table
| Criterion | Tigernicks | AimControllers |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Alcobendas (Madrid, Spain) | Kolno (Poland) |
| Production | 5-6 days | 10-50 working days (max. 3 with “Speedy Aim”) |
| Warranty | 3-month repair warranty | Lifetime on modifications; sticks and motherboard, 90 days |
| Repairs | Workshop in Madrid or by post from the EU | Shipping to Poland |
| Platforms | PS5, PS4 and Xbox | PS5, Xbox and PC |
| PS5 controller with design | From €134.95 | From €149 |
| Returns | No right-of-withdrawal returns on custom controllers | No returns on custom controllers |
Frequently asked questions
Does AimControllers ship to Spain?
Yes. According to their terms and conditions, they sell to customers in Poland and the rest of the European Union. They are based in Poland.
How long does an AimControllers controller take?
Their FAQ states 10 to 50 working days of production before shipping, or a maximum of 3 working days with their “Speedy Aim” payment option, plus delivery. At Tigernicks we make it in 5-6 days and ship it in 24-48 h within mainland Spain.
What does AimControllers’ lifetime warranty cover?
According to their conditions, the design, buttons, smart triggers and smart bumpers, and paddles. The stick mechanism, drift included, and the motherboard are covered for 90 days from delivery. Always check the current conditions on their website.
Can I return a custom controller?
With both brands, no: a controller made to your specification cannot be returned under the right of withdrawal. That’s why it’s worth checking the final price and configuration before paying.
My controller has stick drift, what should I do?
Check it with our online controller test. If your controller is still under its manufacturer’s warranty, check their conditions first before opening it or taking it for repair.
Two good options, different priorities
If you value a lifetime warranty on modifications or need a PC controller, AimControllers suits you. If you want your controller in 5-6 days, a workshop in Spain for repairs or a PS4 controller, Tigernicks is the more practical choice.
AimControllers data taken from their public website (eu.aimcontrollers.com/es: “Preguntas frecuentes”, “Las condiciones de la garantía”, “Términos y condiciones” and their shop prices) as of 19 October 2026. Prices and conditions may change: always check their website. AimControllers is a brand of its owner; Tigernicks is not affiliated with or sponsored by it. PlayStation is a trademark of Sony Interactive Entertainment and Xbox of Microsoft Corporation.