GuliKit launches ES Max controller with TMR sticks and 3.25 ms Bluetooth latency

GuliKit introduced the ES Max on August 11, 2026, adding new TMR sticks, dual-mode triggers and a Hyperlink-2 Bluetooth adapter to its ES controller line. The $49.99 controller targets competitive players across PC, Switch, Android and iOS with lower-latency wireless play and app-based customization.

Why it matters: - The ES Max pushes GuliKit deeper into competitive gaming hardware with lower-latency wireless play and new stick tech aimed at more precise input. - The controller also matters for players who want one pad across Nintendo Switch, Switch 2, PC, Android and iOS. - The $49.99 price point puts the ES Max in the midrange controller market.

What happened: - GuliKit unveiled the ES Max on August 11, 2026 as the newest upgrade to the ES series. - The controller is available through GuliKit’s official sales channels and authorized retailers starting August 11, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. CEST / 9:00 a.m. ET. - GuliKit set U.S. MSRP at $49.99, Europe at €49.99, the U.K. at £42.99 and Japan at ¥7,999. - The ES Max supports wired play, built-in Hyperlink-2 Bluetooth and a bundled Hyperlink-2 Bluetooth adapter. - The controller works with Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, PC including Steam, Android and iOS.

The details: - Hyperlink 2 delivers a Bluetooth latency of 3.25 ms at 730 Hz. - Wired mode supports up to 1,000 Hz polling with 1.87 ms button latency. - The included adapter creates a dedicated Bluetooth channel for supported controllers to reduce interference in crowded wireless environments. - The adapter can also improve response speed and reduce transmission latency on supported third-party controllers. - The ES Max is the first GuliKit controller to use the company’s new TMR sticks with integrated angle sensing. - The angle-based sticks focus on magnetic field angle instead of field strength, which GuliKit says improves responsiveness, precision and stability. - A self-lubricating support structure keeps joystick components from directly contacting the controller housing and is designed to improve smoothness and durability. - Dual-mode triggers switch between microswitch and Hall-effect linear modes. - Two tactile rear buttons on the back are fully remappable. - The ES Max carries over ES Pro software features, including Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 wake-up, six-axis gyroscope support on Switch, configurable dead zones, adjustable vibration strength, turbo, motion-assisted aiming on PC, ABXY swapping, adjustable stick sensitivity and D-pad switching between four-way and eight-way input. - The controller includes asymmetric rotor vibration motors, GuliKit’s second-generation conductive-rubber button mechanism and a 950 mAh lithium-polymer battery. - Battery life reaches up to about 30 hours on a full charge. - Zero-power standby is designed to preserve battery life during long periods of inactivity and allow normal power-on after extended storage. - The GuliKit App is available on Android and iOS for ES series controllers, including the ES Max, and TT series controllers. - The app supports function review, parameter tuning, firmware updates, stored custom configurations and quick profile switching. - GuliKit said the app’s compatibility will continue expanding. - New firmware versions for ES and TT series controllers are available. - Existing owners must first download the latest firmware from GuliKit’s official website and complete the first update on a PC. - Future firmware updates and custom settings can then be handled through the app. - Compatibility for older GuliKit models varies by hardware architecture, and support details are listed in GuliKit’s official compatibility guide.

Between the lines: - The ES Max looks designed to close the gap between wired-performance expectations and wireless convenience. - The bundled adapter signals that GuliKit sees crowded Bluetooth environments as a real problem for competitive play. - By adding app-based firmware and profile management, GuliKit is shifting more controller setup into software after purchase.

What’s next: - GuliKit plans to expand app compatibility to more controllers over time. - Regional availability updates will be posted on GuliKit’s website and social channels. - Owners of older ES and TT models can expect firmware support to move toward the app after the first PC update.