PSP Charger Grip

by Nyko

Product Features

• Collpasible grips
• Ergonomic design
• Clip-on installation
• Uses standard PSP AC cord

Product Details

• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B000BNA0MO
• Media: Video Game
• Release Date: May 15, 2006
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #31,548 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games)
  • #28 in Video Games > Sony PSP > Hardware > Batteries & Chargers > Batteries
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes

Product Description

With Nyko's Charger Grips you'll play better -- and longer! The Charger Grips provide an additional 1.5x more play time for all your favorite PSP games. Get a more familiar grip to ease strain on the hands. The grips feature an easy to install clip for simple attachment and removal, a sleek black look to compliment the PSP and a lightweight design. The charger grips are great for longer, more comfortable gameplay sessions for any PSP owner. Rechargeable battery provides 7 additional hours of play time.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

17 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars PSP Charger Grip, December 29, 2005

By 

Steve "Medical" (Chicago, IL United States) - See all my reviews

= Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: PSP Charger Grip (Video Game)

It's a must have. The PSP should almost have been made with it.


I know a lot of you will be thinking "But if I get this, how can it still be called a Potable Playstation?"

Well, yes it will be less portable, but it's still worth it.

My game play has actually improved.

Your hands don't cramp up as much.

It's actually feels a lot like the PS2 controller. Even when it's attached, it will feel almost the same. The handles are thicker than the PS2 controller but it still feels great in your hands.

It has a rechargeable external battery in the handle. Extra battery life, yay.

You really won't need the strap anymore. You can leave it on with no problems. I used mine to hold on to when playing a game. I don't need it anymore.

You can slide it open and closed, but the arms that hold the PSP in is what obstructs its portability. It should have been made with arms that you can fold in. Then you could put in in your pocket.

It doesn't feel very sturdy but it won't break if you "get into" your games. It will last for some time.

It does block a lot of the headphone tips. If you have headphone with a head that doesn't look like a "L", it won't fit.

It's very easy to put in but a little tricky to take out. Here's a tip: To take out your PSP, take your 2 index finger and push the back of the PSP. At the same time, carefully lift the 2 arms with your thumb. It will pop out with no problem. I have to mention again that the arms DO NOT bend, so be careful.

In order to change disks, you have to take it off. Yes, it's a bit of a pain but it worth it.

It will take some time to get used to. You will kind of have to learn the controller again but it will only take a half an hour or so to get right back where you were. But it will make a world of difference in your game play. Game are just easier to play with it.

11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Big persons PSP life savor, March 20, 2007

By 

David Grinsteinner "Dave" - See all my reviews
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= Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: PSP Charger Grip (Video Game)

To be honest I didn't like the PSP when I first got it. All it was good for is MP3's since I am six five and have huge monkey hands. Playing a game was impossible, since my hands would cramp and hurt after 10 minutes playing the darn thing. However when I heard of this product I picked it up, (since it was cheap) and figured I'd give it a try. To my delight I found that the PSP charger grip made the PSP more comfortable and didn't make my hands cramp. Sure the PSP is less portable, by in my case it saved my PSP from the pages of ebay. It feels a bit flimsy when you are playing, but it hasn't failed me yet. The extra five hours of play is a huge bonus too. All in all, if you are a large person, I highly recommend this product, it basically turns the uncomfortable PSP into an extremely comfortable PS2 controller.

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great, December 30, 2005

By 

E. R. Damisch "<><>" (Chicago) - See all my reviews
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= Fun:4.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: PSP Charger Grip (Video Game)

This add on is pretty nice. I have yet to discover how long the add on battery actually lasts, but I'm sure I will soon. The only bad thing about the thing is how the grips will move a little if you try to, making it feel like your PSP is less secure, though, it pretty much is. That's what the other reviewers have been refering to as "flimsy". If you want an add on battery, I would definately get this, or the power brick.