Abxylute M6 and M5 magnetic mobile gaming controllers launch on Kickstarter, including limited-edition M5 Founders Edition
Abxylute has launched its latest Kickstarter campaign for two mobile gaming controllers, the Abxylute M6 and M5 with removable contoured grips. Both MagSafe-compatible controllers are available for 72 hours at special Early Bird prices that provide a significant 28% and 31% discount, respectively.
Both controllers can be used with Apple and Android smartphones in NS (Nintendo), XInput (Xbox), and PS (PlayStation) modes. They come with analog sticks and the usual configuration of buttons found on most game controllers, with built-in turbo. Both offer four-level haptic feedback using dual Z-axis linear vibration motors. When used with the Abxy Game app, virtual touch mapping and other settings can be adjusted.
M6 Bluetooth 5.3 controller
The Abxylute M6 controller is an in-house design targeting mobile gamers who prefer a smaller design than the company's full-sized S9 controller (sold here on Amazon), but larger than its tiny M4 controller (sold here on Amazon). The M6 pairs down on features such as the headphone jack and full-size Hall Effect sticks found on the S9, but it does retain the 6-axis gyroscope.
For flexibility, the contoured grips can be detached to reduce bulk, and the magnetic mount can be shifted sideways to center a phone. Also, the M6 uses capacitive sticks with a 20-degree tilt and features Hall Effect linear triggers on the shoulder.
The M6 connects wirelessly just like the company's S8 and M4 controllers, so there will be some unavoidable lag inherent to all Bluetooth controllers. It has a rated runtime of up to 10 hours between charges of its 500 mAh battery. The M6 weighs 191 g (6.7 oz.) and is 26 mm (1.02 in.) thick.
M5 USB-C controller
The Abxylute M5 began as a concept by Jinjiang, a Chinese hobbyist who creates his own DIY controllers. The M5 was inspired by the Sony Ericsson Xperia Play, a 2011 smartphone with a slide-out game controller.
Abxylute became aware of his similar design effort and licensed the manufacturing of this controller because the M5 targets gamers who prioritize slimness and a latency-free USB-C connection, which is also used by the S9 controller.
The wired connection frees the user from having to charge the controller, and a power supply can also be connected to provide pass-through power to the phone.
The controller uses sliding sticks similar to those on the M4 and features micro-switch triggers on the shoulder. It also comes with detachable grips. The M5 weighs 170 g (6.0 oz.) and is 23 mm (0.91 in.) thick.
Magnetic mount differences
Magnetically-mounted controllers attach using magnets in the controller to the MagSafe area on the back of Apple iPhones and the Qi2 magnetic charging ring of some Android phones. The controllers come with an adhesive metal ring for use with phones without one.
Magnets best resist pulling forces, while they are much weaker when pushed from their edges. So while the Abxylute M6 and M5 controllers will stay in place during normal tilting of phones during gaming, pushing them along their sides can slide them off phones in the same way MagSafe accessories are removed.
The M4 magnetic mount is not as strong since it was designed to prioritize lightweight and portability above all else. While the M4 is best used with the phone and controller tilted forward, the M6 and M5 can be used in any orientation without fear of accidental separation.
So gamers who are particularly violent in their movements might do better with an Abxylute S9 that firmly grips the phone from both sides.
Slide mechanism
Readers who have used sliding phones from Nokia and Sony decades ago will enjoy the bidirectional damped slide rails produced by a manufacturer that used to manufacture them for those companies. The mechanism will resist opening until pushed far enough to spring open with a satisfying click, making the controllers good fidget toys.
Ordering and shipping
The M6 and M5 controllers can be preordered on their Kickstarter campaign page. For the first 72 hours of the campaign starting October 6, 2026, the M6 can be had for $65 (a 28% discount off its MSRP of $89.99) and the M5 can be had for $59 (a 31% discount off its MSRP of $84.99). One thousand units of the M5 Founders Edition in a green and black colorway with custom lettering are available for $109 each.
While waiting for their M6 and M5 controllers to begin shipping in November and December 2026, respectively, readers can browse through the company's other offerings, such as the reviewed Abxylute S9 full-sized game controller and Abxylute M4 pocketable magnetic game controller, in the Abxylute store on Amazon.
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