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Haute42 COSMOX HautePad C16S

A leverless controller with a split layout

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HautePad C16S

A leverless controller with a split layout

Product Features

  • Innovative Split Layout

    The left and right control areas are positioned apart on a single, integrated body. The structure does not allow the left and right halves of the body to move independently.

  • Easily switch to Your Own Design with a Magnetic Top Plate

    The top plate attaches and detaches magnetically. A template for customization is included, making it easy to change the artwork and enjoy a design of your own.

  • Integrated Body and Replaceable Top Plate

    The left and right control areas are housed in a single body. The top plate is acrylic and attaches and detaches magnetically, so you can change the artwork.

  • Fine-Tune Your Keystroke Feel with Hot-Swap

    It features hot-swap functionality for easy key switch replacement. Easily swap in the key switches you prefer and pursue the feel of operation that suits you best.

  • Tournament-Ready and Highly Expandable

    It features a tournament lock switch to prevent accidental inputs, an OLED screen for checking settings, and an EXT port for greater expandability. Connecting authentication devices such as MagicBoots to the EXT port also enables play on PS5.

Included Key Switches

Kailh Low Profile Wind Engine
  • Linear type
  • Actuation force: 43±10gf
  • Actuation point: 1.2±0.3mm
  • Travel: 2.8±0.25mm

What the C16-S Is Like

  • The split design allows you to use a natural hand position
  • Extensive customization (hot-swap and replaceable top plate) lets you make it your own 1-of-a-kind unit
  • The high-quality body and stable feel offer satisfaction beyond the price
  • It does not have a button frame, so take care not to catch your fingers or nails on the edges of the button holes
  • A separate authentication converter is required to play on PS5

How It Feels to Use

A Promising Split Layout, but the Button Layout Has Issues

Because it is based on the popular C16, its basic usability, including the stability of the body and how easily you can rest your hands on it, is good. However, like the C16, the included key switches have relatively long travel. If you want faster response or better operability, we strongly recommend replacing them with short-travel key switches.

The split layout, its main feature, is a good attempt at achieving an ideal hand position, but we felt there was room to improve the button layout. The left and right sides are at different heights, which puts the right hand in a slightly higher position, yet the buttons in the bottom row are arranged horizontally. As a result, the buttons operated by the right thumb feel far away. Also, the buttons on both sides have the same angle as those on a standard leverless controller, so the cramped angle of both hands has not been resolved. The impression is that the benefits of the split layout are not being fully realized.

As things stand, the standard-layout C16 may be the more straightforward recommendation for many people.

Overall Assessment

Aiming High with Strong Fundamentals and a Split Layout

The “HautePad C16-S” is an ambitious model that carries over the frame structure and high customizability of the highly rated C16 while taking an ergonomic approach with a split layout. Its basic build quality and stability are very high, and you can still enjoy customizing it to your preferences.

At the same time, its defining split button layout may not be ideal for every player. While the standard C16 is a well-rounded option, the C16-S is a controller for players who understand its unique shape and can make it fit their own preferences.

The included key switches are also quiet, but have relatively long travel, so we recommend replacing them if response speed or operability is a priority. If you can accept the layout's challenges, this controller has the potential to create a comfortable play environment unlike any other.

Recommended Customization

Improve Operability Further by Replacing the Key Switches

These recommended key switches can help bring out the full potential of this product.

Panda switch v1

Actuation point 1.2mm, total travel 2.8mm, actuation force 30gf. Very light, with excellent quietness. Its moderate travel also makes accidental inputs less likely, so it is recommended for your first leverless controller.

Panda switch v2

Actuation point 0.8mm, total travel 2.0mm, actuation force 40gf. A key switch with excellent response speed. Its easy-to-press actuation force gives it a good balance.

Saker mini

Actuation point 0.8mm, total travel 1.8mm, actuation force 37gf. A key switch with short travel and relatively light actuation force. Recommended for people seeking even greater speed.

User Manual and Setup

For setup instructions, please refer to Raspberry Pi Pico GP2040-CE Setup Instructions, where the details are provided.

Product Specifications

Name HautePad C16-S
Compatible Devices PC / Switch
Board Raspberry Pi Pico GP2040-CE
Standard Key Switches Kailh Low Profile Wind Engine
Estimated delivery time 7 to 10 days