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JoyXoff

Free#23 of 29 in Controller Mapping SoftwareGame Controller Mapper Software

JoyXoff: A focused, free mapper for turning Xbox controller inputs into app-specific controls. Ranked #23 of 29 in Controller Mapping Software by our editors (6.9/10); pricing: Free plan; best for free Windows users wanting simple app profiles.

6.9/10Editor score

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At a glance

Editor score
6.9 / 10
Pricing
Free plan
Best for
Free Windows users wanting simple app profiles
Free plan
Yes
Paid from
Free
Per-app profiles
Yes
Facts checked
20 Sep 2026

Where it wins
- Maps controller inputs to keyboard keys, mouse actions, shortcuts, and media controls
- Creates per-application and game profiles with alternate bindings
- Adds virtual keyboards, profile import/export, and fullscreen disabling
Where it doesn't
- Works on Windows rather than across multiple desktop platforms
- Targets XInput-compatible Xbox 360 and Xbox One controllers
- Macro recording and virtual-controller output are outside its stated feature set

Our verdict on JoyXoff

JoyXoff is a free Windows utility for mapping inputs from XInput-compatible Xbox 360 and Xbox One controllers to keyboard keys and mouse actions. It is aimed at users who want controller support in applications or games that do not natively accept gamepad input. Alongside basic remapping, it can assign shortcuts, media controls, and Windows actions, making it useful for simple game controls, desktop navigation, and application-specific layouts.

Its strongest area is profile-based customization. Users can create separate profiles for individual applications and games, then configure primary, secondary, Alt-1, and Alt-2 bindings. Mouse support covers movement, buttons, scrolling, and spring-mode positioning. Spiral and plain virtual keyboards provide additional ways to assign keyboard input, while profile import and export make configurations easier to move or back up. JoyXoff can also disable bindings automatically in fullscreen mode, which helps avoid unwanted mappings outside the intended application.

JoyXoff also includes practical controller utilities rather than expanding into a broader controller-emulation tool. It can check battery status, send battery notifications, and turn off Xbox 360 controllers. The software supports operation on UAC prompts and the Windows sign-in screen, extending its usefulness beyond ordinary desktop sessions. Its free, donation-supported model suits users who want a focused mapper without paid tiers. Choose JoyXoff for straightforward Windows profiles and keyboard/mouse control from a compatible Xbox controller. Choose an alternative if you need macro recording, virtual-controller output, broader platform support, or compatibility beyond the stated XInput Xbox devices.

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JoyXoff pricing

Plans Free planFree Free to use — no paid tier required for the core job.

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JoyXoff fact sheet

Free plan	Yes
Paid from	Free
Supported platforms	windows
Per-app profiles	Yes
Profile switching	Not verified
Macro support	Not verified
Keyboard and mouse remap	Yes
Virtual controller output	Not verified
Simultaneous devices	Not verified
Deployment	Desktop
Platforms	Windows
Support	Email, Docs
Built for	Solo, Small business (editorial estimate)
Pricing	Free plan
Website	joyxoff.com
Facts checked	20 Sep 2026

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