Top 10 Racing Wheels For Ultimate Simulator Control

There are so many racing wheels on the market right now, and each comes with its own features. You may be asking ‘what is the right wheel for my set-up? How much should I spend? Will this make my mates jealous?’ Relax, because we’re here to help. Here are 10 wheel set-ups that will fit your needs based on accuracy, adjustability, wheel rotation, design, game type and value.

10. Ferrari Challenge Racing Wheel: £20

By far the most affordable on this list, the Ferrari Challenge wheel is a great beginner set-up for anyone on a budget. It lacks control accuracy but provides the oh-so-important force feedback you need to get used to in order to run with the big dogs.

9. Ferrari 458 Spider Racing Wheel: £59

This recently-released wheel was designed exclusively for Xbox One players. Its greatest feature is the replica style wheel with rubberised grips. There is no force feedback or rumble effect, but it has adjustable pedals and looks pretty good.

8. T80: £59

This little gem was the first PS3/PS4 wheel to hit the market, and it came at a good price. The control is precise, there are more programmable buttons than other budget wheels and the pedals are adjustable for different driving styles. But with a nice price come sacrifices; you’ll have to do without force feedback or a clutch pedal.

7. TX Ferrari 458 Italia: £235

If you want to race on Xbox One, you’ve only got a few options. If you want incredible force feedback and a streamlined connection with your console, this is what you get. The price is big drawback, but the set-up is well made with durable materials, and the overall impression is super realistic.

6. Porsche 911 GT3 RS V2 Wheel: £147

Man, this thing is sharp! Hand stitched leather around the wheel and a real metal Porsche logo sitting on a textured inner wheel shows your mates that this thing is the real deal. This set-up features quick and accurate force feedback, a decent shifter and sturdy adjustable pedals.

5. Driving Force GT: £62

The best features here are accuracy and control. For half the price of most wheels you get the same level of force feedback with quick reacting internal gears. An adjustable dial with 24 positions allows you to fine tune different aspects of the car with little effort.

4. Forza Motorsport CSR Wheel and Pedals: £147

If you’re looking for something durable, sleek and responsive, this wheel set-up may be just what you need. Just about every feature is adjustable and the LCD screen can be loaded with presets for quick changes. The wheel works best with Xbox 360 for its ease of set-up and functionality, but that’s not to say it won’t work well for others.

3. RGT Force Feedback Pro Clutch Edition: £70

This wheel has been out for quite a long time, but it still keeps up with a lot of its newer rivals. For an entry-level controller, it’s durable and gives good response. The downside is its pedal structure which is light in weight and not adjustable.

2. T500 RS: £327

For this load of money, you deserve some cool features. The T500 RS gives you fully adjustable pedals by width spacing and height and crazy wheel rotation, up to three full turns. Wheel movement is super precise using new magnetic sensor technology and the force feedback response is quicker than ever.

1. G27: £147

No, it isn’t the newest wheel set-up on the list, nor is it the prettiest. The G27 is well known for its durability, quick force feedback and customisable button functions. Highly accurate pedal pressure sensitivity - which is often an overlooked feature - gives you the whole package for total control.

Your wheel preference can vary greatly depending on your needs, but there are a few things everyone can make note of when selecting a set-up. Make sure it’s compatible with your gaming rig(s), take the time to learn the in-game settings properly and pick a manufacturer like those listed above which provide excellent customer service in the event that something goes wrong. Most importantly, forget everyone else and choose a wheel that feels right for you.