What is the difference between the PSone and the original PlayStation?

I'm looking into them, and I don't know which one to get. For one, I can't find a PSone, but can find an original (used) with controller and cords for $12.99. The store I called says they test the systems when they come in. How is the lifespan of PlayStations? Do they stop working after a while? Or are they relatively good? I would be fine purchasing a used N64, but how are PlayStations? Thanks.

the difference is the PSOne is small and cute. :)Mooch174

Yep. But as far as reliability goes I think the original had more wild stories. Some people would flip them upside down to work and there were some whacked out methods. I don't remember that being a problem with the revision (PSOne) though.

Yep. But as far as reliability goes I think the original had more wild stories. Some people would flip them upside down to work and there were some whacked out methods. I don't remember that being a problem with the revision (PSOne) though.

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Now that you mention it, I remember my cousin giving his PS1 a solid thwack to work on occasions!