reWASD

reWASD is PC input-remapping software for controllers, keyboards, and mice. It lets users map joystick inputs to keyboard keys or mouse buttons, and keyboard or mouse inputs in the opposite direction. Per-app profiles and macros are supported, with actions assigned to single, double, or triple presses, or to press start and release. Advanced tools include combos, up to four simultaneous configuration slots, Rapid Fire, a Radial Menu, and Custom Crosshair. The reWASD Mobile app for Android and iOS can turn a phone or tablet into a gamepad, control pad, or touchpad for a PC on the same local network. Users can also find and share configurations through reWASD Community. The seven-day trial includes full feature access on up to two PCs and cannot be extended. Basic excludes advanced combos, multiple Shift Layers, and Slots. One-time prices are $14.99 for Basic and $39.99 for Advanced, each for lifetime access on one PC. The PC software requires 64-bit Windows 10 or 11, an x64 or ARM64 processor, at least 4 GB RAM, and internet access for activation, updates, and online features.

reWASD brings input remapping, profiles, macros, and advanced configuration tools to PC use. Check the Basic edition limits and Windows requirements, and note that the trial lasts seven days.

reWASD suits PC users who want to remap game controllers, keyboards, or mice, including those who want to use a phone or tablet as a PC control surface. Its profiles, macros, and advanced tools may also suit users configuring distinct input actions.

reWASD is PC input-remapping software for people who want controllers, keyboards, and mice to work together or behave differently across apps. It suits players who need customizable profiles and more involved input actions. Its strongest case is flexibility; the main trade-off is that advanced tools require the higher-priced edition.

Overview

reWASD remaps controllers, keyboards, and mice for PC use, including translating joystick inputs into keyboard keys or mouse buttons and mapping in the opposite direction. Per-app profiles let users keep separate control setups for different software. That makes it a practical fit for players who regularly switch games or prefer controller input for tasks normally handled with a keyboard and mouse.

Its action system can distinguish single, double, and triple presses, as well as press start and release. This gives a mapping more range than a single input-to-action assignment, though users who only need basic remapping may not need the extra complexity.

Key features

Advanced features include combos, multiple Shift Layers, up to four simultaneous configuration slots, Rapid Fire, a Radial Menu, and Custom Crosshair. These tools make reWASD more compelling for users building intricate or multi-mode setups. Basic excludes advanced combos, multiple Shift Layers, and Slots, so it is a narrower option for simpler configurations.

The software supports dozens of controllers, and Basic supports over 100 gamepads plus nearly all keyboards and mice. The reWASD Mobile app turns an Android or iOS phone or tablet into a gamepad, control pad, or touchpad for a PC on the same local network. Community configurations let users find and share setups for popular games, which can shorten the work of building a profile from scratch.

Pricing

There is no free plan. Both listed editions are described as one-time fees with lifetime access for one PC, despite their monthly price labels:

The free trial provides full feature access for seven days on up to two PCs and cannot be extended. Advanced advertises 24/7 technical support. Buyers needing more than 10 instances are directed to contact support. The stated simultaneous-device allowance is one device.

Platforms

The PC software requires Windows 10 or 11 in 64-bit, an x64 or ARM64 processor, at least 4 GB of RAM, and internet access for activation, updates, and online features. Android and iOS support comes through the mobile app, which connects to a PC on the same local network.

Who it's for

Choose reWASD if you want extensive control remapping, per-app profiles, or advanced actions and are comfortable paying for a license. Basic makes sense for straightforward remapping; Advanced better suits users who will use combos, Shift Layers, or simultaneous slots. It is a weaker fit for someone seeking a free desktop mapper or a Mac-based solution.

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Pros and cons

• Pro: Maps inputs across controllers, keyboards, and mice, including joystick-to-keyboard and joystick-to-mouse assignments.
• Pro: Per-app profiles, press-stage actions, and community configurations support tailored setups across games.
• Pro: The seven-day trial includes full feature access on up to two PCs.
• Con: There is no free plan, and the trial ends after seven days without an extension.
• Con: Basic omits advanced combos, multiple Shift Layers, and Slots, leaving the most involved configurations to Advanced.
• Con: The Windows PC requirements and one-device allowance limit its fit for users seeking a Mac desktop tool or multi-device setup.

Alternatives

For a free option with a 1 active controller cap, consider PadLink, which also supports Android, iOS, macOS, and Windows. Linux users seeking a free GPL v3 desktop application can consider AntiMicroX. Mac users can consider ControllerMate, which has a no-time-limit unregistered plan, or Gamepad Mapper, a freemium macOS app.

Windows users who prefer a free open-source tool can consider Universal Control Remapper or ControllerBuddy. DS4Windows is another free Windows option, with requirements including Windows 10 or newer, .NET 8.0 Desktop Runtime, Visual C++ Redistributable, and the ViGEmBus driver. Mac users can also consider InputConfig, a free option for macOS 14 or later.

Browse more options in Controller Mapping Software, Game Controller Mapper Software, and Keyboard and Mouse Customization Software.

Verdict

reWASD is best for PC users who want broad input remapping, per-app profiles, and the option to build complex control behavior. Its advanced toolset and mobile companion are meaningful strengths, but Basic leaves out several notable capabilities and there is no free plan. Choose it when those configuration options justify the one-time license; look elsewhere if you need a free tool or a Mac desktop app.