Reddit reviews KontrolFreek GamerPack Alpha for PlayStation 4 (PS4) Controller | Performance Thumbsticks | 2 Low-Rise Concave, 2 Low-Rise | Green
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Extra wide, concave surface for more comfort and gripMinimal height increase for little-to-no adjustment periodBetter quickness and control at short-to-medium rangeProtects PS4 and Xbox One sticks from peeling and wear
They really do help but only in small amounts. The DS4 controller has a relatively small stick, so extending it may make it feel more like a controller you may be more used to. Either way, a larger stick gives a larger zone for control which allows you to use higher sensitivities more comfortably. Keep in mind that that is the only gain you get from them, they do little to nothing in terms of boosting accuracy. Honestly though, I could not imagine playing without an extender. The extra range of motion is very comfortable, and despite the fact I said they really don't help with accuracy, I feel much more consistent with them on, ESPECIALLY when at higher sensitivities, which is their purpose really. As a plus, they increase you analog stick lifespan too, as you've probably experienced rubber decay if you use only 1 controller for a long time.
As for which ones to get, never even consider one of the larger "sniper" style extenders. They are the most gimmicky of the bunch. Don't bother with one large and one small either, the large ones give absolutely no advantage. In fact, most games don't even adjustable sensitivity deadzones that would even let you use a large one to its full potential. Always go for the smaller CQC style of extender. I personally like the concaved, although the difference really just comes down to which one looks better as they feel virtually the same.
The adjustment period takes only around a couple hours before you get attuned to the extender. After a week, playing without it will make your controller feel naked.
But, yeah, the CQC ones are pretty good, but the larger ones are pure gimmicks. Also, Kontrol Freeks dominate the market, but they aren't actually that different from the cheaper bootlegs. Their build quality isn't amazing, but I suppose they do feel pretty squishy and nice compared to these PowerA Walmart ones I bought. The difference still is extremely negligible, and it's a shame that the most expensive extenders on the market feel virtually identical to the cheapest ones. Still, $15 is absurd, and bootlegs from Ebay will not only give you more options, but they will be cheaper and just as good, if not better.
As a reference, here is what the CQC style would look like. Oh yeah, and if you do take the Kontrol Freek route (still wouldn't recommend them unless you enjoy overpaying), then please don't buy Vortex. They are the bottom of the barrel in terms of Kontrol Freeks despite being the most popular.