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FlexInput vs JoyXoff
Both stand on game controller mapper software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan Windows
FlexInput offers detailed input mapping and several output types in a free, MIT-licensed Windows application. Users considering network routing should note that LAN UDP is plaintext, while PSK UDP and P2P use encryption or cryptographic keys.
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Free plan Windows
JoyXoff offers configurable bindings for Windows users with compatible controllers, including separate settings by process. Note its Windows startup behavior and fullscreen profile limitation when deciding whether it fits your setup.
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| FlexInput | JoyXoff | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | No |
| Runs on | Windows | Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 1 | 2 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | github.com | joyxoff.com |
| On game controller mapper software | #8 of 27 | #12 of 27 |
FlexInput: what it does well
- Supports a broad range of controller inputs.
- Routes input to virtual controllers, keyboard, and mouse.
- Includes MIDI CC Learn mapping.
- No installer is required.
What to know first
- Requires Windows 10/11 (x64).
- HidHide integration needs a separate driver.
- LAN UDP routing has no encryption.
JoyXoff: what it does well
- Free controller-to-keyboard and mouse mapping
- Separate desktop and per-process profiles
- Includes two virtual keyboard layouts
- Can turn off Xbox 360 wireless controllers
- Steam bindings can address Guide button conflicts
What to know first
- Requires Windows 8.1 at minimum
- Fullscreen mode disables profile bindings
- Starts automatically with Windows after installation
- PlayStation controller use requires an emulator and extra setup
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