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The best Xbox One steering wheels

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Many Sim-racing fans lament the fact that Xbox One steering wheels are so rare on the market. It must be said that models compatible with the platforms of the green giant Microsoft are generally conspicuous by their absence. However, when it comes to games, players are more than spoiled on this platform which offers the best titles of the moment.

Whether you’re a fan of Forza or prefer Project Cars 2 or F1 2022, Xbox is the perfect medium for console racing.

So how do you choose the best Xbox One steering wheel? In this article, we will tell you everything you need to know to answer this question. We’ll help you determine which model is right for you, and then explain the essential criteria for choosing a good steering wheel model. And of course, we will present you with a selection of the best Xbox One steering wheels you can find on the market today.

 

The best Xbox One wheels at a glance

 

How to define which Xbox One wheel is right for you?

In order to define which model of Xbox One steering wheel is best for you, there are certain criteria you need to take into account, which we discuss here.

The type of player you are

Whether you are a beginner or an expert player and how much time you spend playing will help you decide which model of shuttlecock is right for you.

Your game platform

You need to make sure that the model you are going to buy is fully compatible with your console or simulation platform. Ideally, you should choose a model that offers broad compatibility if you want to be able to use it on several platforms (Xbox, PlayStation, PC…).

Your budget

What you are going to buy must fit the amount of money you have. The cheapest models can cost between 150 and 300 euros, while other more professional models can cost between 550 and 700 euros, or even more. Define your budget to determine which category of steering wheel range you can go for.

Type of races you want to play

The style of races you want to play are also an important factor to consider. If you are an F1 fan, it is recommended to turn to F1 design steering wheels, on the contrary if you prefer GT style, it is best to choose a GT steering wheel. In this sense, the shape of the steering wheel and some additional components should vary depending on the type of races you will be playing.

What to look for in a good Sim-racing wheel for Xbox One?

While budget is one of the first requirements for players and drivers to purchase a sim-racing wheel, there are other essential elements that must be considered. In our opinion, the main ones are the following:

  • The size and weight of the model must correspond to a real steering wheel for more realism.

  • The quality of materials and workmanship should ensure a long life for your steering wheel and should also provide comfort during play.
  • The degree of rotation of the steering wheel should be as wide as possible. In addition, it must have some resistance, just like a real steering wheel.

  • The steering wheel must be equipped with a force feedback. A steering wheel with no or little force feedback may not be satisfying to drive, and you may be at a disadvantage. For a total immersion in the game, the force feedback is essential!

  • It is important that your steering wheel model offers compatibility with future updates via firmware. This way, you can be sure that it is compatible with future game consoles of the brand.

  • Installation and configuration should be easy, especially if you are a beginner player.

  • It’s a real plus that the steering wheel offers compatibility with additional accessories. This ensures that you can add a shifter and that it attaches to the base without major problems.

The best cheap Xbox One steering wheels (entry level)

Here we present a selection of three Xbox One steering wheels that fit into the entry-level category and are, in our opinion, the best on the market today in this category.

The Thrustmaster TMX Force Feedback

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The Thrustmaster TMX Force Feedback is probably the best entry-level wheel you can find on the market today.

This is a model that is perfect for beginners but is also great for more regular players.

The Thrustmaster TMX steering wheel has a diameter of 28 cm with a rotation and turning range of 270° to 900° and features large all-metal sequential paddles.

This Thrustmaster model is equipped with a force feedback with a brushless motor that offers many power settings. It also features a unique belt pulley system that channels engine sounds while providing a smooth feel.

It also includes a large two-pedal pedal set with three adjustable pedal angles.

The Thrustmaster TMX is obviously compatible with the Xbox One, but it is also very convincing on PC.

This is a steering wheel model that promises to give you incredible sensations during the race and long play sessions.

Its Advantages 👍

  • It offers good value for money.
  • His return of strength performing.
  • The steering wheel is very realistic.

Its Disadvantages 👎

  • The wheel is not removable
  • The engine is a bit noisy

The Logitech Driving Force G920

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The Logitech Driving Force G920 steering wheel is, without a doubt, an excellent model and very popular among beginners.

It’s made of anodized aluminum and features paddle shifters anda pedal board that is both sturdy and comfortable for a more complete simulation experience. It also uses a simple gearing system that does not incorporate belts of any kind to simplify its use.

The Logitech G920 features a dual-motor force feedback and helical gearing system for smooth, quiet steering and the most realistic driving experience. This allows you to feel the tires at every turn and simulates the effects of vibration in a very realistic way so you can react accurately.

In addition, its rotation angle is 900 degrees and it has a 14 button panel, optimizing its function specifically for Xbox.

The Logitech G920 continues to be the model that we feel offers one of the best value for money in this range, with features that guarantee a very realistic driving feel.

Its Advantages 👍

  • Good value for money
  • Successful design and ergonomics
  • Very good pedalboard included

Its Disadvantages 👎

  • Mechanism a little noisy
  • Return of force a little abrupt

The Thrustmaster Ferrari 458 Spider

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The Thrustmaster Ferrari 458 Spider steering wheel is a model that is truly amazing for its price.

It is 28 cm in diameter and is a 7/10ᵉ replica of the Ferrari 458 Spider wheel.

It is equipped with 2 rubber-textured grips and 2 sequential up & down shifters that are fully covered in aluminum.

The rotation angle of the Thrustmaster Ferrari 458 Spider is 240° and its return to the center is automatic. The steering of the wheel is adjustable thanks to its 4 presets included which offer a better precision in any racing game.

The base of the steering wheel features a Bungee Cord mechanism that offers linear resistance at any angle of rotation, making control more comfortable and intuitive.

This model allows all the actions of piloting since it has 9 action buttons, a manettino, a d-pad, an Xbox guide button as well as an LED for pairing detection for Kinect.

The Thrustmaster Ferrari 458 Spider includes a large, adjustable, two-pedal pedal board with a large footrest. The brake pedal has a progressive resistance and the inclination of each pedal is adjustable.

This Thrustmaster steering wheel is compatible with Xbox One and X Series consoles and is also recognized on PC as an Xbox controller.

Aimed at the general public more than at experienced pilots, this steering wheel unfortunately does not have force feedback or vibration, but it still offers very good sensations to all those who want to try Sim-racing for the first time.

Its Advantages 👍

  • Very nice design.
  • Good grip and good ergonomics.
  • Perfect for beginners.

Its Disadvantages 👎

  • It is not equipped with a force feedback.
  • The pedalboard lacks stability.

The best mid-range Xbox One steering wheels

Now we’re taking it to the next level with our three favorite Xbox One steering wheels in the mid-range category.

The Thrustmaster T248

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The Thrustmaster T248 is an officially licensed Microsoft racing wheel that has been designed for racers looking for more performance and immersion in their races.

This Thrustmaster model has a premium design with leather finishes on the outside of the steering wheel. The wheel is 28 cm in diameter with a rotation of 900°. It has a versatile shape that allows it to adapt to all styles of play.

The Thrustmaster T248 has up to 25 action buttons that include 2 dual activation encoders.

This Thrustmaster steering wheel features an interactive dashboard that offers a selection of over 20 different displays on the steering wheel screen.

This model is equipped with a very dynamic force feedback with two brush motors and an on-the-fly adjustment (3 preset modes included) that is done via the screen.

The steering wheel has two magnetic paddle shifters at the rear, equipped with the patented H.E.A.R.T. technology. These paddles are precise (12 bits), responsive and offer minimum reaction time when shifting gears.

The Thrustmaster T248 includes the T3PM pedalboard which is a high class model. It features the same magnetic technology as the steering wheel paddles and offers four choices of brake pressure.

It is one of the most complete versions of steering wheels for the Xbox One, without a doubt of the highest quality, and it is one of the steering wheels chosen by professionals in the Sim-Racing sector.

Its Advantages 👍

  • Very good return of strength.
  • The included pedalboard is of very good quality.
  • Integrated control screen (settings, telemetry).

Its Disadvantages 👎

  • The paddles are a bit noisy.
  • The wheel is not removable.

The Thrustmaster TX Racing Wheel Leather Edition

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The Thrustmaster TX Racing Wheel Leather Edition is an officially licensed Xbox GT style wheel.

It is 28 cm in diameter and is made of hand-stitched leather for a more comfortable ride.

The base on which the steering wheel is fixed is completely independent, so you can remove it to fix other ones from the developer.

This is a model that includes the 2ᵉ generation of the brushless servo motor, with industrial aspirations for more precise and durable use. This alternative allows for a 900° steering angle and includes H.E.A.R.T. technology that works with magnetic sensors.

The Thrustmaster TX Racing Wheel Leather Edition includes the T3PA 3-pedal pedal board that can be configured to the player’s liking.

The Thrustmaster TX Racing Wheel Leather Edition includes an Xbox Guide button and operates via a ribbon system, not gears.

It features the Quick Release system so you can use any other Thrustmaster steering wheel with an adapter.

In addition to being compatible with the Xbox One, you can use this wheel on the Xbox Series XS and on PC.

Its Advantages 👍

  • Very good return of strength.
  • Incorporates a LED for Kinect detection.
  • It is compatible with a variety of manufacturer’s accessories.

Its Disadvantages 👎

  • A little high price

The Logitech G923 True Force

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The Logitech G923 Trueforce is Logitech’s new steering wheel for the next generation of steering wheels, with greater compatibility than previous models and a new feedback system that provides greater fidelity and realism in simulation.

The Logitech G923 steering wheel has a diameter of 28 cm and is made of polished metal covered with leather. It features two rotating steel paddles at the rear of the wheel for easy gear shifting.

The Logitech G923 wheel can be rotated up to 900°, the equivalent of two and a half revolutions, which allows for better control of the vehicle.

This steering wheel is equipped with Trueforce, the next generation force feedback system. This new forced feedback system improves the feedback rate and connects directly to the game’s physics and simulation engines to improve fidelity and increase the level of realism of the simulation over previous generations.

It has a closed-loop motor control that, thanks to a new firmware, makes the motor torque more accurate. In this way, the engine more precisely adjusts the voltage to match the physics emitted by the video game, ensuring millimeter precision.

The Logitech G923 includes a 3-pedal pedal system, which includes a throttle, clutch, and brake with a progressive spring system for a more realistic racing feel. The height and spacing of the metal plates can be adjusted.

This model also offers a dual clutch programmed directly from the steering wheel with the Launch Control feature, available with compatible games.

This steering wheel model also has a built-in LED indicator. It is accessible directly from our point of view so that we can quickly see when we are reaching the right rpm point and use the gear shift more efficiently.

The Logitech G923 steering wheel has an ergonomic design with accessible controls. No matter what gaming platform you use it on, you have all the controls you need, easily accessible on a small steering wheel like its predecessors but with a very good feel. It includes a rotary selector with which to fine-tune all settings and adjustments.

The Logitech G923 steering wheel is of course compatible with the Xbox One, but also with the PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, as well as the PC and Mac.

This model is highly customizable on a PC with the G Hub simulation software. In fact, Logitech has developed PC software that allows you to fully customize the steering wheel settings, sensitivity and the new Trueforce system.

Its Advantages 👍

  • Equipped with advanced technologies.
  • Made from high quality materials.
  • Equipped with a 3-pedal crankset with improved braking system.

Its Disadvantages 👎

  • Feedback force motorization a bit jerky.

The best high-end Xbox One steering wheels

In this price range, we offer you a selection of the best so-called high-end steering wheels that are compatible with the Xbox One.

The Fanatec Forza Motorsport

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The Fanatec ClubSport Racing Wheel GT Forza Motorsport is mounted on the Fanatec ClubSport Wheel Base V2.5.

The steering wheel has a diameter of 33 cm, it is made of aluminum covered with soft leather with the name of the Xbox One saga embroidered in the center.

It features 16 built-in buttons on top of the Hub, 4 button zones with 3 buttons in each zone (12 buttons in total), a FunkySwitch with a metal button pad, 4-way rotation and pulse.

The Fanatec Forza Motorsport features a brushless servo motor with a single belt drive. Its rotation angle is 1080° and can be adjusted by software.

This steering wheel offers an exceptional playing experience thanks to its integrated technologies such as DirectSensor and DUAL HALL technology.

In addition, the Fanatec Forza Motorsport simulates ABS vibrations in the steering wheel and on the pedals (depending on the model).

This model is also equipped with a cooling system with two large fans (on the left and rear sides) and a huge heat sink on the motor, as well as an LED display to show telemetry functions.

The Fanatec Forza Motorsport steering wheel features the Quick Release system to change the steering wheel in one second. Designed for the Xbox One, it can also be used on PC and with the Xbox Series X/S.

The Fanatec Forza Motorsport offers the best in terms of feel and ergonomics for fans of Sim-racing and in particular the game Forza.

Its Advantages 👍

  • An incredibly fluid and powerful return of force.
  • High quality materials and workmanship.
  • The sensations are incredible, on all levels.

Its Disadvantages 👎

  • Its price is high.

The Fanatec Podium Racing Wheel F1

Fanatec Podium Racing Wheel F1

Despite the fact that the steering wheel Fanatec Podium Racing Wheel F1 is distributed under a official F1 and PlayStation licenseIt is compatible with Xbox One (as well as Xbox Series X and S, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5 and PC) and it is one of our favorites!

It offers a degree of rotation adjustable between 90° and 1080° and incorporates an adjustable ABS vibration . It is built in a combination ofaluminum and carbon fiber and the rim of the steering wheel has dimensions of 27 cm, which makes it compact and stable while driving.

This handwheel is equipped with a direct drive motorized force feedback and includes two F1 type rotary vanes.

The ergonomics of the Fanatec Podium Racing Wheel F1 is excellent since it offers a large amount of adjustments, in real time and which can also be managed directly from the wheel, as a 2.7-inch OLED screen that allows you to receive comments during the game.

In our opinion, the Fanatec Podium Racing Wheel F1 is a real gem and one of the best Xbox One wheels sold on the market.

Its Advantages 👍

  • Very efficient motor and force feedback.
  • Many possible settings.
  • Wide compatibility.

Its Disadvantages 👎

  • Its high price.

The Thrustmaster TS-XW Racer Sparco P310 Competition Mod

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The Thrustmaster TS-XW Sparco P310 steering wheel is developed in collaboration with Sparco and as the name suggests, it is a 1:1 scale replica of the steering wheel included in the Sparco P310. It has a black suede covering and its exact dimensions are 31 cm.

This steering wheel offers a unique oval design with semi-flat styling and features a sturdy faceplate withbrushed aluminum coated sequential paddles. The whole thing gives it a realistic and luxurious style.

Its rotation angle is 1080 degrees and it has a high quality force feedback system thanks to a 40 watt brushless servo motor with which you can enjoy long runs thanks to its Motor Cooling Embedded system.

The switches included are 9 action buttons, 2 joysticks of 13 centimeters, a D-pad with internal push button and 2 joysticks. Although it can be used for all types of racing, the model is recommended for GT titles.

The Thrustmaster TS-XW Racer Sparco P310 is of course compatible with Xbox One but also with PlayStation and PC.

Its Advantages 👍

  • Powerful and responsive force feedback.
  • Very good quality of manufacture.

Its Disadvantages 👎

  • Does not have a quick change wheel system.

In brief / Conclusion

The Xbox One offers a great selection of the best racing games for Simracing fans on console. As you’ve discovered in this article, there are also equally excellent Xbox One wheels to go with them if you want to get the full experience.
We hope that with our selection of the 9 best Xbox One steering wheels and our tips, you will find the wheel that is right for you!

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