Honest and Comprehensive Buyer’s Guides, Comparisons, and Reviews for the Top-Rated Sim Racing Wheels
The Fanatec CSL Elite and Thrustmaster TS-PC are a pair of great wheels that offer similar features and specs, upgradability paths and stellar build quality. Either is a great buy for serious sim racers, but we think the Fanatec CSL Elite takes the cup here. CSL Elite vs Thrustmaster TS-PC: Technical Specs CSL Elite TS-PC … Read more
Thrustmaster has been in the game for a long time and they’ve made wheels for every game console in recent memory. As for their Xbox One and Xbox Series X/S offerings, the choice comes down to the TX and TMX wheel sets. While the TMX is a solid offering for casual racing fans or those … Read more
The base level in the TMX series, this wheel promises to be a great introductory purchase for those looking to abandon controllers and properly enter the world racing simulators. Will this wheel mange to meet the targets it sets for itself? Will it add accuracy to your game? Precision? Realism? Most importantly, is the TMX … Read more
The Thrustmaster TX is a great sim racing wheel that comes in two varieties: the Ferrari 458 Italia Edition and the Leather Edition. However, we think the Fanatec CSL Elite is even better, although it doesn’t come with pedals despite its high cost. We’re going to go into further detail below and explore which of … Read more
If you’re looking for an affordable, but high-quality wheel base for a personalized racing setup, Fanatec has the product just for you. Their ClubSport V2.5 wheel base offers extensive compatibility and customizability, without the four-figure pricetag of a direct-drive wheel. What to Consider Before Buying a Wheel Base The first thing that should be noted … Read more
The Thrustmaster TMX Pro promises many noticeable improvements over other beginner racing wheels, which is why it tops our list of the best cheap racing wheels. Today, we’ll look at what makes the TMX Pro such a great buy, and who should consider opting for it. What to Consider When Buying Sim Racing Wheels When … Read more
Sony has finally dropped their PlayStation 5 console after what feels like eons of wild anticipation, and it seems to be living up to the hype so far. Perhaps the most-praised aspect of the new PS5 system is the dramatically-improved DualShock 5 controller, but one thing the new pad doesn’t excel at is providing an … Read more
Sim racing wheels can set you back hundreds of dollars, but the good news is that there are more and more affordable optionson the market Sure, they won’t have all the top-tier features that you may find in expensive wheels, but you’ll still see a serious jump in immersion with these solid purchases. Without further … Read more
Fanatec can’t but be considered as one of the best racing sim wheel producers out there but, within the Fanatec product-line itself, what are the best available wheels? Here’s our guide to 2020s best Fanatec wheels. As a last note, we’re only considering wheels that come with force-feedback (so either “normal” force feedback wheels, or … Read more
Direct-drive steering wheels are the ultimate experience in terms of simulation. They not only faithfully translate all your tiniest changes in wheel position to the sim game, but they convey to you unparalleled feedback. From the wetness of the track, to which tires are slightly more worn out, direct-drive sim racing wheels truly put you in … Read more
Upgrading from a controller to a force feedback steering wheel base provides an incredible jump in terms of both racing accuracy as well as immersion. Similarly, upgrading from a “normal” steering wheel base to a direct drive wheel base will have you feeling like you’ve abandoned a toy and stepped into a race car. More … Read more
The PlayStation 5 is the hottest console on the market right now and thanks to backwards compatibility, there are a broad range of amazing racing games ready to run in UHD at blistering framerates. More exciting are the upcoming PS5 exclusive racers such as Gran Turismo 7 – which you can prepare for by snagging … Read more
The PlayStation 4 has had a long and productive life-cycle punctuated by a number of great titles across all genres of gaming – not the least of which is racing. Headlined by Driveclub and the Gran Turismo series, the PS4’s racing games pair best with a great wheel and pedal setup; here are the best … Read more
If you’ve been playing racing sims for a while, you’ve probably considered upgrading your steering wheel to a direct drive wheel. While direct drive technology is expensive, it delivers smooth and realistic force feedback like none other, making it a must for aspiring sim racers. In this guide, we share the best direct drive wheel … Read more
The Fanatec Podium Racing Wheel F1 is a high-end sim racing wheel that is loaded with advanced tech such as a direct drive force feedback system and meant to take gamers’ performance to the highest levels possible. Officially Licensed for PlayStation 4 (and by extension, PlayStation 5) as well as PC, the Fanatec Podium Racing … Read more
The Logitech G923 TrueForce Sim Racing Wheel – Logitech G923 for short – is a highly versatile sim racing wheel that combines a robust feature set with an attractive, understated design philosophy that fits with with just about any gaming setup – which is great considering it’s compatible with just about any gaming setup as … Read more
The Thrustmaster Ferrari F1 Wheel Add-On is a specialized racing wheel rim designed to be used with the company’s T500, T300, and TX racing wheel series. This officially licensed wheel is a full-size replica of the Formula 1 Ferrari 2011 racing wheel, solidifying its status a collector’s item in addition to the the functional appeal … Read more
The Thrustmaster TMX and the Thrustmaster T150 are the French peripheral manufacturer’s current entry-level force feedback sim racing wheels for the Xbox and PlayStation console lines, respectively. These wheels exist in an exceedingly competitive tier of racing racing peripherals, going up against the likes of Logitech, Hori and others. While these two Thrustmaster wheels exist … Read more
The Thrustmaster TMX Force Feedback racing wheel is an entry level product for burgeoning sim racing enthusiasts who game on PC and/or Xbox consoles. Thrustmaster is among the “old guard” of sim racing peripheral manufacturers, and chances are good that even gamers who have never taken an interest in racing have seen the company’s products … Read more
Direct drive racing wheels have been around for some time now and they keep growing in popularity amongst sim racing enthusiast circles as they become more widely available. Consumers and reviewers alike praise the racing experience provided by these wheels, but many remain out-of-the loop regarding the underlying technology, use cases and inherent value of … Read more
Way back in 2016, rumors were swirling among sim racing enthusiast forums that Thrustmaster was preparing to announce that they were working on their first-ever direct drive racing wheel. Shortly after these rumors began to circulate, Kazunori Yamauchi of Polyphony Digital (developers of the Gran Turismo series of PlayStation console racers) confirmed that Thrustmaster was … Read more
Fanatec has been steadily increasing their share of the racing sim peripheral market in recent years and it’s easy to see why – they offer a diverse array of enthusiast-grade products that, while a bit pricey, offer a great value proposition due to their quality engineering and exhaustive feature sets. It stands to reason that … Read more
When serious sim racing fans go shopping for the best direct drive wheel bases, chances are high that their search will narrow to the following two products: the SimXperience AccuForce Pro V2 and the Fanatec Podium DD1. Both of these high-end machines are designed for uncompromising performance over many years of regular use, and although … Read more
The Logitech G923 is a great wheel designed for use with PC, Xbox (One, Series X and Series X) as well as PlayStation (3, 4 and 5). Despite costing quite a bit more and failing to offer out-of-the-box Xbox compatibility (a separate wheel rim is needed) we think Fanatec manages to keep the throne with … Read more
Logitech’s G29 and G920 are a pair of wheels for the PlayStation line of consoles and Xboxes. The question is, how do they shape up against the Fanatec CSL Elite? The Fanatec CSL Elite wheel is widely considered one of the best wheels on the market, and although we don’t think Logitech can quite take … Read more
Today, we’ve pitted the Fanatec CSL Elite against the Thrustmaster T-GT to see which PC/PlayStation wheel comes out on top. This is a great pair of wheels that offer a very similar feature set and value proposition. Both wheels put in a strong performance, but we think that the CSL Elite just manages to squeak-out … Read more
The Fanatec CSL Elite and Thrustmaster T300 RS are both great intermediate sim racing wheels, boasting excellent force feedback and admirable build quality. The question is, which is the better wheel? The Thrustmaster 300 RS is a steal for beginners or those on a tight budget. However, the CSL Elite is the clear winner in … Read more
The Xbox Series X consoles are finally here, and it launched with arguably the most robust lineup of racing games of any game console to date. While the new Series controller somehow manages to be even better than the nearly-perfect pad that dropped alongside the Xbox One, it doesn’t hold a candle to a great … Read more
The AccuForce Pro V2 has been lauded multiple times not only by us but by a myriad of other reviews out there. It’s a powerful direct drive wheel that promises standards as close to perfection as possible. Precision, realism, immersion, power, these are all cornerstones of what a direct drive wheel is supposed to offer … Read more
When you’re uncertain as to whether you should upgrade to a direct drive wheel, or remain in the realm of force-feedback, a compromise appears on the horizon: wheelbases. These products are stronger than the average force-feedback wheel, but cheaper than direct drive options, making them the perfect stepping stone or upgrade. The Fanatec CSL Elite … Read more
There comes a time in which all racing sim pilots will look for an upgrade. Force feedback wheels do a lot to help immerse you in the racing world, but they simply don’t reach the same levels you otherwise would with a direct drive wheel, and there’s plenty of them to choose from. Today we’re … Read more
The Simucube 2 Ultimate’s philosophy is a simple one: “only the best is good enough”. When you decide to make a switch from normal force feedback wheels to direct drive ones, this is something that you should definitely keep in mind. Seeing as direct drive wheels can be pretty expensive, you want the best possible … Read more
Thrustmaster is a household brand for sim racers for a very good reason. If you don’t want to enter the perilous and expensive world of direct drive wheels, which is currently ruled by Fanatec, then Thrustmaster offers the best quality steering wheels on the market. It’s for this reason that we’ve decided to rank their … Read more
The first thing that comes to mind when talking about racing simulators has to be Formula 1. The emblematic motorsport that got a lot of people into racing sims in the first place has a lot of great racing wheels wheels for your at-home enjoyment. Here are our top picks for the best F1 wheels … Read more
A lot of times, when compiling a “best of” list, many of the picks tend to be either PC exclusive, or at least not match the gaming system you’re currently running. For that reason, we’ve chosen to revisit our best wheels of 2020 for a specific look at what are the best wheels you can … Read more
Fanatec offers a wide variety of products, and sometimes it’s hard to choose between them. For many, this is exactly the case when it comes down to two of their most notable wheel bases: the Fanatec CSL Elite, and the ClubSport 2.5. Today, we’ll compare them. With its powerful force feedback and robust aluminium build, … Read more
The Fanatec Podium DD1 and Fanatec Podium DD2 are both top-rated products in our guide to the best direct drive wheel bases on the market. Although the DD2 is the successor of the DD1, Fanatec continues to manufacture both wheel bases today, which begs the question: what are the differences and which of the two … Read more
The presents itself as an entry-level steering wheel for racing simulators. Changing from a controller to a steering wheel is almost essential if you want to elevate your experience from a racing game to a racing sim. For this reason, we researched whether the T80 is a product that fulfills these goals, or whether you … Read more
The Thrustmaster vs Logitech debate has arguments for both sides, but to compare the two brands effectively, you really need to look at specific products. The Thrustmaster T300 RS and Logitech G29 are two of their most popular wheels, but which of the two is better? We think the is definitely the superior choice. Alhough … Read more
The Logitech G29 is as a great cheap racing wheel, but so is the Thrustmaster T150. So, which of the two should you choose? Overall, we think the is the better purchase. Although the two wheels are very similar in terms of build quality and performance, the T150 is almost half the price of the … Read more
Both the Thrustmaster TMX Pro and Logitech G920 are excellent entry-level steering wheels for PC and Xbox One, but which of the two is the better choice? We think the is the better steering wheel. It delivers similar force feedback to the G920, but comes with far superior pedals that can detect up to 4,096 … Read more
Sometimes you want to be a racing driver and an engineer. Sometimes you feel like you have more in common with Niki Lauda than you do with Hamilton. If you see yourself in either of those two categories, then building an Open Sim Wheel might be for you. What Is Open Sim Wheel? Open Sim … Read more
The beauty of sim games is the immersion they offer. Few things feel as satisfying as a last corner overtake after a hard fought battle on that one Grand Prix you always have trouble with. This guide will look at the top rated steering-wheels on the market right now, what their main pros are, and … Read more