Our verdict: reWASD is the most complete commercial tool for remapping gamepads on Windows, from Xbox Elite paddles to mapping a controller onto keyboard and mouse. The trial is short and requires an account, the full edition costs more than many games, and some anti-cheat systems may block it.
About reWASD
reWASD is a controller remapping app from Disc Soft, the developer of DAEMON Tools. It works with Xbox, DualShock 4, DualSense, Nintendo Switch Pro and over 100 other gamepads plus most keyboards and mice. You can assign controller buttons to keys and mouse movement, map Xbox Elite paddles to any action, split the PlayStation touchpad into zones, and create virtual controllers for games that only support one type of pad. A community library offers ready-made configs for popular games.
The trial lasts 7 days, starts when you first sign in with a free rewasd.com account, works on up to two PCs and cannot be extended; after it ends, access to the software is restricted until you buy a plan. reWASD Basic, a separate app with core remapping, costs $14.99 one time for one PC. The full reWASD with advanced features such as combos, Shift layers, slots, the radial menu and the mobile app costs $39.99 one time. Purchases are generally non-refundable once activated.
What it does well
- Button remapping. Reassign any controller button, trigger or stick, and mute native inputs.
- Gamepad to keyboard and mouse. Map controller inputs to keys, mouse buttons and mouse movement.
- Virtual controllers. Turn one controller type into another, for example DualSense into Xbox.
- Elite paddles and touchpad zones. Assign Xbox Elite paddles and split the DualShock touchpad into zones.
- Advanced mapping (full edition). Combos, macros, turbo, Shift layers, radial menu and mobile controller.
Who it is for
Good fit
PC gamers with Xbox Elite, DualSense or Switch Pro controllers who want full control over mappings, or who play keyboard-only games with a gamepad.
Look elsewhere
Players who only need basic remapping that Steam Input already provides, or anyone who wants a free tool.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Supports 100+ controllers and most keyboards and mice
- Maps Xbox Elite paddles and touchpad zones
- One-time purchase, no subscription
- Community configs for many games
Cons
- 7-day trial needs an account, then $14.99 (Basic) or $39.99 (full)
- Installs a Disc Soft driver and needs a restart
- Some games' anti-cheat may not allow it; purchases are generally non-refundable once activated
How to install reWASD
Download the installer from the official site; the download button is generated by the page, so this card links to the site. The installer adds a Disc Soft driver that Windows asks you to trust and needs a restart. You can turn off anonymous usage statistics under Configure setup options. reWASD needs .NET Framework 4.7.2, and the trial starts after you sign in with a rewasd.com account.
Questions about reWASD
Is reWASD free?
No. reWASD has a 7-day free trial that starts when you sign in with a rewasd.com account. After that you need a one-time license: $14.99 for reWASD Basic or $39.99 for the full reWASD, both for one PC.
What is the difference between reWASD Basic and reWASD?
Basic is a separate app with essential remapping. The full reWASD adds advanced features such as combos, more Shift layers, four slots, the radial menu and reWASD Mobile.
Does reWASD work with PS5 and Switch controllers?
Yes. It supports DualSense, DualShock 4, Nintendo Switch Pro and Joy-Con controllers, as well as Xbox pads.
