Find your sim rig,
clearly compared
The independent comparison to help you choose your sim racing gear. 42 products scored from official spec sheets, prices checked on 6 October 2026.
The right sim racing gear, compared on data you can check.
Your rig, part by part.
A sim racing setup is built from five parts that have to work together: the wheel base sets the torque, the cockpit has to absorb it, and the wheel rim and pedals have to match your platform.
01Wheel rim
Your contact point: diameter, buttons and a quick release that matches your wheel base.
02Pedals
The brake sensor drives consistency: load cell, Hall sensor or active system.
03Direct drive wheel base
The heart of the rig: the motor delivers the force feedback, and its torque sets the rest.
04Cockpit
The structure that absorbs the torque: aluminium profile, steel tube or integrated seat.
05Complete bundle
Wheel base, wheel rim and often pedals, sold together by the manufacturer, to get started.
The right rig
for your budget
The best-rated combinations whose total falls within each tier, at checked prices.
€1,000 to €2,000
A rig averaging 8.3/10
- Complete wheelLogitech G PRO Racing Wheel€999.99
- PedalsFanatec CSL Pedals LC€179.90
- CockpitSim-Lab GT1 Evo€375.86
Over €2,000
A rig averaging 7.6/10
- Complete wheelLogitech G PRO Racing Wheel€999.99
- PedalsSimagic P1000€558
- CockpitTrak Racer TR80S (V6)€449
Top rated
Across all categories, based on our per-category scoring.
Gear built
for long races
The best-rated product in each category, with the specs stated by the manufacturer.
Frequently asked questions
How are the scores calculated?
Each product gets a score out of 10, calculated within its category from the specs published by the manufacturer and the checked market price. Missing criteria are removed and their weights redistributed. There is no hands-on test.
Are the prices up to date?
Prices are shown in euros and were checked on 6 October 2026 at official EU stores or named European retailers. They may change afterwards: the price at the merchant is the one that applies.
Does SimRacingRadar earn a commission?
Some links may earn the site a commission when they are labeled as affiliate links. This changes neither the scores nor the order of the rankings, which are calculated with the same formula for every product.
Where should I start with a first sim rig?
The simplest start is a bundle or a complete wheel with pedals included, then add a cockpit once the wheel base torque calls for it. The rig builder suggests a combination that matches your platform and budget.