What setup is right for you?
Answer three questions, and we'll recommend a base, a steering wheel, and a pedal set that have been tested and are compatible with your platform, budget, and driving style.
Our latest Bundles tests
Fanatec Gran Turismo® DD Extreme
The Gran Turismo DD Extreme is currently the gold standard in direct-drive controllers for Gran Turismo 7 and PlayStation players, with feedback…
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MOZA R9 & FSR Formula Wheel & Hub Kit Bundle
A cohesive and well-designed mid-range package for single-seater racing on PC, combining a quiet 9 Nm base unit with a v…
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MOZA R9 V2 & CS V2P Bundle
The MOZA R9 V2 and CS V2P bundle is a seamless entry point into Direct Drive on PC, featuring a compact, well-finished base and…
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MOZA R9 V2 & GS V2P GT Wheel Bundle
This R9 V2 and GS V2P GT bundle is a solid and well-rounded introduction to direct-drive systems on a PC. The compact 9 Nm base offers a…
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Fanatec Podium Racing Wheel Porsche 911 GT3 R
The Podium Racing Wheel Porsche 911 GT3 R is an officially licensed endurance racing wheel that checks all the boxes for a racing cockpit…
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Fanatec Podium Steering Wheel BMW M4 GT3
The Podium BMW M4 GT3 Steering Wheel is one of the most authentic steering wheels in sim racing, an exact replica with feedback…
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Fanatec Podium Racing Wheel BMW M4 GT3
The BMW M4 GT3 Podium offers something no other sim steering wheel does: the exact part from a GT3 race car, with craftsmanship and…
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Fanatec Podium Racing Wheel F1®
The Podium Racing Wheel F1 remains the gold standard for anyone looking for a premium direct-drive wheel that works beyond just the PC. Its strong comeback…
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Fanatec CSL DD QR2 (5 Nm)
The Fanatec CSL DD QR2 (5 Nm) remains one of the best entry-level options for direct-drive systems, with clean force feedback, a f…
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Asetek Invicta Wheelbase (27 Nm)
The Asetek Invicta 27 Nm is an exceptional direct-drive base, capable of force feedback as detailed as that of industry-leading models…
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Asetek Forte Wheelbase (18 Nm)
The Asetek Forte 18Nm is a remarkably well-engineered direct-drive system, with clear force feedback that rivals much more expensive models…
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Asetek La Prima Wheelbase (12 Nm)
The La Prima proves that entry-level doesn't mean compromise: its 12 Nm covers the real-world needs of most riders, and its...
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Simlab XP1 Loadcell Pedals
The Sim-Lab XP1 is a highly sophisticated load-sensing pedal set: impeccable all-aluminum construction, precise 200 kg braking, and…
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MOZA SR-P Pedal
The MOZA SR-P offers everything you'd expect from a good progressive pedal: a load cell brake that's easy to read in a...
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MOZA CRP2 Pedals
The MOZA CRP2 is a load-cell pedal system that puts braking at the center of everything—and does so brilliantly, with precision…
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Heusinkveld Sim Pedals Ultimate+
The Heusinkveld Sim Pedals Ultimate+ remains the gold standard for braking in sim racing, with a load cell and a hydraulic system that…
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Fanatec CSL Cockpit
The CSL Cockpit is a compact, sturdy, and well-finished chassis, whose steering station impresses with its rigidity even under 12 Nm. It is necessary to…
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Fanatec Clubsport GT Cockpit
The Clubsport GT Cockpit is a premium, ready-to-drive cockpit whose tool-free adjustability is unmatched in its c…
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Simlab GT1 Evo
The GT1 Evo delivers on a rare promise: it offers the rigidity and modularity of a high-end aluminum extrusion chassis without sacrificing…
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Simlab GT1 Pro
The GT1 Pro is a profile-based cockpit that checks almost all the boxes—compact, rigid, and adjustable down to the millimeter—capable of withstanding…
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H + Sequential MME Motorsport Transmission
The H+Sequential from MME Motorsport is an engineer-designed shifter that prioritizes precision and build quality above all else. Its grille…
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MOZA SGP Sequential Shifter
At this price, the MOZA SGP is quite simply one of the most appealing sequencers on the market, with a solid metal construction…
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MOZA HGP Shifter
For its first model, MOZA has made a big splash: the HGP features an all-aluminum construction and a truly immersive mechanical feel with a…
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Fanatec ClubSport Shifter SQ V1.5
The ClubSport Shifter SQ V1.5 remains the gold standard for anyone looking for a single shifter that can do it all—H-pattern and sequential shifting—in a c…
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Fanatec Clubsport Handbrake V2
The ClubSport Handbrake V2 is a superbly crafted handbrake that, thanks to its load cell, offers a level of precision that the previous generation…
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MOZA HBP Handbrake
The MOZA HBP is a real standout in its category: made entirely of aluminum and featuring a mechanism that operates with a smoothness rarely found in a free…
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MME Motorsport Hand Brake
The MME Motorsport parking brake is an exceptional piece of engineering, offering total rigidity and a progressive travel that…
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Fanatec Clubsport Handbrake V1.5
A sturdy, well-designed analog handbrake whose progressive resistance really makes a difference in rallying and drifting. Constructed…
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Fanatec Podium Hub
The Podium Hub is the part that unlocks your Fanatec base: impeccable craftsmanship, a QR2 locking mechanism with no play, and a true opening at…
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Fanatec ClubSport Universal Hub V2
This hub made me feel like it made the setup more “real” and versatile, without compromising precision or sturdiness. Above all, it…
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Fanatec ClubSport Universal Hub V2 for Xbox
This hub made me feel like I was turning a Fanatec setup into a truly modular driving platform, without compromising the feel of the v…
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MOZA Universal Hub Kit
This hub gave me the feeling of a very solid and seamless connection between the MOZA base and a “real” steering wheel, with no loss of precision…
Read the reviewGetting Started in Sim Racing
The steering wheel, the mount, and the platform: the three choices that really matter when you're just starting out—without breaking the bank or making a mistake.
- 1A steering wheel and pedals that are properly adjusted. Consistent, compatible, and—above all—scalable.
- 2A stable base. Essential yet often overlooked—from foldable stands to rigid cockpits.
- 3A cohesive platform. A plug-and-play console or a more powerful PC—decide before you buy.
Our Buying Guides
To choose the right equipment without making a mistake, we start with research and testing, highlighting both the real strengths and the real weaknesses.
