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Grid MPX : Test & Review
GRID MPXBenefits Premium, minimalist steering wheel design GT-style with excellent ergonomics Highly customized Disadvantages A rather high selling price Compatibility limited to PC bases Our rating : 9.7/10Sim-racing fans will certainly be familiar with Sim-Labthe...
Simlab Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 : Test & Review
SIMLAB MERCEDES-AMG PETRONAS F1Benefits Official AMG Petronas F1 steering wheel for the 2024 eSport season Excellent manufacturing quality Premium materials Disadvantages PC-compatible only Its price Our rating: 9.6/10Simlab is a major player in the sim-racing...
Gamescom 2024: Thrustmaster makes a comeback in Sim Racing (Direct Drive)
At Gamescom, it's typically the game development studios and publishers who are the stars of the event. You'll find the next titles to be announced, DLC, and a whole host of news relating in one way or another to video games on consoles, PC, and also handhelds...
Logitech G Pro or Fanatec GT DD Pro: which to choose?
For console gamers, sim-racing has long been a rather specific discipline, with players who can be counted on the fingers of one hand. For budget-friendly solutions, you have Logitech and Thrustmaster with their entry-level bundles. Even if sensations aren't the order...
Gamescom 2024: Moza Racing Unveils New Products, and it’s Promising!
Since Gamescom 2023, Chinese manufacturer Moza Racing has enjoyed enormous success in sim-racing. Let's face it: Moza's products are top-notch in terms of both quality and performance. Given that the 2023 Gamescom season was a good one for Moza, it's only natural that...
MOZA Vision GS : Test & Review
MOZA VISION GSBenefits Unique design with central display mounted on electronic gyroscope Premium materials GT-style steering wheel Disadvantages Fairly high selling price Our rating : 9.8/10Moza Racing is determined to gain a greater share of the sim-racing and...
Buying guides
Don’t know which steering wheel, handbrake, screen or pedals to buy to make your Sim Racing setup perfect? Don’t panic! Discover our buying guides below.
Logitech G Pro or Fanatec GT DD Pro: which to choose?
For console gamers, sim-racing has long been a rather specific discipline, with players who can be counted on the fingers of one hand. For budget-friendly solutions, you have Logitech and Thrustmaster with their entry-level bundles. Even if sensations aren't the order...
Fanatec or Moza Racing: Which brand to choose?
Sim-racing is gaining ground in the gaming world, to the point of having a whole section in a Micro Center store in the USA. Typically, you have to head for a specialized store, and online in most cases, to find your racing simulation happiness. This approach has its...
Asetek steering wheel: Which model is right for you?
In the high-end sim-racing segment, there are a number of brands that have been evolving for some time now. The most popular ones that come to mind are Simagic, Simucube and Fanatec. This segment is quite competitive in the sense that each manufacturer tries to push...
The 5 best steering wheels for Forza Horizon 5
Forza Horizon is one of the world's most popular video game sagas, and has been for over 10 years on the Xbox and PC platforms. Published by Microsoft and developed by Playground Games and Turn 10 Studios, it's more of an arcade game, or even a slightly sim-arcade...
Top 5 Handbrakes for Sim Racing : Guide 2024
Sim-racing configurations are as diverse and varied as motorsport in general, with its various disciplines. Of course, we have sim-racers who love rallying, others endurance and some drifting. This diversity is the strength of the discipline we all love. Returning to...
What’s the best steering wheel for Gran Turismo 7 (PS5)?
For many sim-raceurs, the Gran Turismo is what enabled them to take their first steps in this discipline. Since the launch of the first Playstationevery generation we've had a new Gran Turismo opus. Over the years, the game has greatly improved, both in terms of...
Which Fanatec wheel to choose? My Top 7 in 2024
Fanatec has been a major player in sim-racing for over 20 years. It has to be said that the German manufacturer of sim-racing peripherals touches on practically everything in the discipline we all love. Chainstays, cranksets, shifters, handbrakes, hubs and steering...
The Best Sim Racing Dashboards
Sim-racing fans know very well that each setup is more or less unique. The reason is quite simple: not all runners are the same, and their needs differ from one another. However, you have to agree that the essentials of any setup will be present in every rider, and...
The 3 best gloves for Sim Racing
The aim of any sim-racer is to have the best possible setup for incredible lap times, whatever the discipline. We've all been there, and many runners are still on their way to achieving their setup. It has to be said that things are sometimes difficult. Between bases...
What’s the best quick release?
Being a sim-racing fan means several things: having a complete setup including peripherals that are sometimes state-of-the-art, and having a passion for cars. Well, it's true that the second point is valid for many people, especially men. But the first is typical of...
The Best Fanatec Bundles
Sim-raceurs the world over have found themselves faced with this situation: what to buy to start shopping? This is a very tricky question, given the abundance of peripherals on the market, as well as the number of brands. It has to be said that the sim-racing segment...
The best Simracing Setup (worthy of the pros): Complete Guide
Racing simulation has exploded in recent years, providing an immersive and realistic experience for motorsport enthusiasts. With the suspension of the World Race Series in 2020, many drivers have turned to virtual racing to satisfy their thirst for speed. Today,...
Our latest Sim Racing equipment tests and reviews
Sim-Racing wheels
Grid MPX : Test & Review
GRID MPXBenefits Premium, minimalist steering wheel design GT-style with excellent ergonomics Highly customized Disadvantages A rather high selling price Compatibility limited to PC bases Our rating : 9.7/10Sim-racing fans will certainly be familiar with Sim-Labthe...
Simlab Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 : Test & Review
SIMLAB MERCEDES-AMG PETRONAS F1Benefits Official AMG Petronas F1 steering wheel for the 2024 eSport season Excellent manufacturing quality Premium materials Disadvantages PC-compatible only Its price Our rating: 9.6/10Simlab is a major player in the sim-racing...
MOZA Vision GS : Test & Review
MOZA VISION GSBenefits Unique design with central display mounted on electronic gyroscope Premium materials GT-style steering wheel Disadvantages Fairly high selling price Our rating : 9.8/10Moza Racing is determined to gain a greater share of the sim-racing and...
Logitech G Pro Racing Wheel : Test & Review
LOGITECH G PRO RACING WHEELBenefits Excellent manufacturing quality Great track feel Compatible with all platforms Disadvantages Price a little high A non-existent ecosystem True Force too intrusive on some sim-racing titles Plastic crankset looks a bit cheap Our...
Fanatec BMW M4 GT3 : Test & opinions
FANATEC BMW M4 GT3Benefits Forged carbon fiber structure BMW steering wheel, developed for the M4 GT3 Excellent ergonomics QR2 Pro Disadvantages Very high price for a steering wheel Not Xbox compatible Our rating : 9.7/10Fanatec has for many years been considered the...
Cammus C5 (Bundle): Test & Reviews
CAMMUS C5 (Bundle)Benefits Competitive price in the segment 5 nm constant torque and 6 nm peak torque LED display, RevLED and numerous controls on the steering wheel faceplate Disadvantages A design that won't please everyone 2 tiny rear paddles Our rating : 9.2/10The...
Sim-Racing Cockpits
Fanatec CSL Cockpit : Test & Reviews
Fanatec CSL CockpitBenefits Modular, robust design Compatible with all Fanatec products Can take the torque of a Podium DD2 Disadvantages Seat and other supports sold separately Developed to be compatible only with Fanatec peripherals Our rating : 9.7/10Since the...
Trak Racer TR120 : Test & Review
Trak Racer TR120Benefits Excellent manufacturing quality Use of profiled aluminum for the structure Highly customizable chassis Disadvantages All supports are customizable and chargeable Our rating : 9.7/10Today, there are various sim-racing players, especially when...
Trak Racer TR8 : Test & Review
Trak Racer TR8Avantages Excellente qualité de fabrication Design très beau et élégant Compatible avec toutes les plateformes Châssis customisable Inconvénients Prix un peu prémium Certains moniteurs peuvent bouger Notre note : 9.5/10De nos jours, il est très facile de...
Wheelstand V2 Next Level Racing : Test & Review
Wheelstand V2 Next Level RacingAvantages Prix de vente très intéressant Châssis rigide pouvant accueillir les bases Direct Drive et les pédaliers Load Cell Ajustable et configurable Inconvénients Support pour levier de vitesses/frein à main un peu trop souple Notre...
Sim-lab GT1 Evo : Reviews and Tests
Sim-Lab is a young Dutch brand founded in 2015 that has gradually become one of the leading brands for buying Sim-racing related products. It is known for its quality cockpits designed through its close ties with the aluminum industry. We took a look at one of the...
RSeat : Which chassis to choose ? (Complete Guide)
The frame is a really important piece of Sim-racing equipment and one that requires some thought to purchase. There are different models on the market, of different brands, but not all of them are worth the price. The European brand RSeat has become one of the...
Sim-Racing handbrakes
Moza HBP Handbrake : Test & Reviews
Moza HBP HandbrakeBenefits Very good quality of manufacture Highly adjustable peripherals Competitive pricing Disadvantages PC-only compatible No side-mounting option Our rating : 9.3/10The offensive Moza Racing is not about to stop in the sim-racing market, and the...
Heusinkveld Handbrake : Test & Review
Heusinkveld Sim Handbrake V2Benefits Incredible build quality High quality materials Highly customizable Easy to install Excellent sensations Disadvantages High price Difficult to grasp by beginners PC compatible only Our rating : 9.4/10 Sim-racing enthusiasts know...
Fanatec ClubSport Handbrake V1.5 : Test & Review
Fanatec ClubSport Handbrake V1.5Benefits Integrated analog sensor for determining the braking effect Robust metal design and build quality Realistic sensations and comfort of use Customizable with different mounting options Compatible with the Fanatec ecosystem and...
Thrustmaster TSS Handbrake: Test of the Thrustmaster Handbrake
Thrustmaster TSS HandbrakeBenefits Its two-in-one mode: handbrake and sequential gearbox The ability to adjust pressure and braking intensity for a more realistic driving experience High quality aluminum and steel construction for increased durability Design in...
Sim-Racing crankset
Moza CRP : Test & Review
Moza CRPBenefits Aluminum alloy structure Excellent manufacturing quality Load Cell on brake and adjustable springs on other pedals Fully adjustable 3-pedal cranksets Disadvantages Swapping the brake pedal elastomer is a slightly delicate operation. Our rating:...
Moza SR-P : Test & Review
Moza SR-PBenefits All-metal structure Load Cell brake pedal Excellent manufacturing quality Adjustable pedals Disadvantages Not compatible with consoles Clutch and gas pedal pedals with identical feel Load Cell with short stroke Our rating : 9.5/10Moza Racing may be a...
Thrustmaster T3PM : Test & Review
Thrustmaster T3PMAvantages Toutes les pédales sont ajustables Compatible avec les consoles et les PC Résistance de la pédale de frein réglable grâce aux ressorts Construction solide Inconvénients Prix pas très avantageux par rapport à la concurrence en Load Cell Notre...
Heusinkveld Ultimate+ crankset : Test & Review
Heusinkveld Ultimate+Benefits Excellent design Materials conform to motorsport standards Robust and solid Incredible realistic feeling Easy to install Disadvantages Its price Base not included(Available by clicking here) Our rating : 9.5/10 If you're an avid...
Heusinkveld Sprint crankset : Test & Review
Heusinkveld SprintBenefits Good overall design Materials conform to motorsport standards Robust and solid Many possibilities of customization Disadvantages Its price Base not included(Available by clicking here) Our rating : 9.3/10 If you're just starting out in...
Fanatec CSL Elite Pedals : Test & Review
Fanatec CSL Elite crankset Benefits Good value for money Made with quality and solid materials Customizable (horizontally adjustable and can be attached to a cockpit) Provides good gameplay and realism Wide compatibility Disadvantages Delivered unassembled and...
Sim-Racing gearshift
Moza HGP Shifter : Test & Review
Moza HGP ShifterBenefits Excellent manufacturing quality Shifter with 7 speeds Interchangeable lever knob Easy to install Disadvantages PC-compatible only No sequential mode Bottom mounting only available Our rating : 9.2/10 Moza Racing is determined to take on the...
Heusinkveld Sequential Shifter : Test & Review
Heusinkveld Sequential ShifterBenefits Excellent design High quality materials Very compact Robust and solid Bluffing sensations of realism Very customizable Disadvantages Its price Our rating : 9.1/10 If everyone in the Sim-Racing world has heard of the manufacturer...
Logitech G Driving Force Shifter : Test & Review
Logitech G Driving Force ShifterBenefits Affordable price compared to other models on the market Elegant design and solid build quality Pleasant driving feeling thanks to short gear changes, smooth transitions and realistic feedback Compatibility with multiple...
Fanatec Clubsport Shifter SQ V1.5 : Test & Review
Fanatec ClubSport Shifter SQ V1.5Benefits Equipped with two gear shift knobs that can be easily screwed on and off. Possibility to switch from the sequential to the H-pattern by pressing a switch. Robust and durable build quality. Very good feeling during the game....
Thrustmaster TH8A Shifter : Test & Review
Thrustmaster TH8A ShifterBenefits Quality of manufacture and robustness thanks to its metal construction Very good sensations Possibility to play with different modes (H or sequential) Can be used as a handbrake on PC Wide compatibility with platforms and steering...