Thrustmaster offers accessible, console-friendly sim racing gear with a growing direct drive ecosystem—but compromises remain.
Thrustmaster has long occupied a unique space in sim racing, bridging the gap between entry-level and enthusiast-grade gear. Their recent move into direct drive with the T818 and T598 marks an important shift for the brand.
The ecosystem is broad, relatively affordable, and widely compatible across platforms. While newer products bring real improvements, there are still trade-offs in materials, software, and force feedback detail. For console users or those starting out, Thrustmaster remains a practical and accessible option.
Check out our detailed reviews below for hands-on impressions of Thrustmaster’s latest gear and long-standing accessories.
If our Thrustmaster reviews have helped you decide what the best sim racing gear is for you, please consider using the links on this page to make your purchase. By doing so you’ll be supporting Boosted Media at no additional cost to you! This option is available for a huge range of Sim Racing gear.
Latest Article
Thrustmaster T598 – DETAILED REVIEW
The Thrustmaster T598 with Direct Axial Drive technology is claimed to be “A new era of Sim Racing” providing a “Perfect clear wheel rim motion”! If these claims by Thrustmaster are true, and with everything you need to start racing + PlayStation compatibility for US499.99, it seems too good to be true! We got our hands on the Thrustmaster T598 bundle to see how it stacks up to these claims, and the entry level Direct Drive
MOZA Racing mBooster Active Pedal – Detailed Review
Ever since Simucube released their revolutionary Active Pedals, sim racers have been eagerly waiting for more affordable alternatives to hit the market. Enter the MOZA mBooster – priced at $799 USD for the standalone pedal, it comes in at less than half the cost of Simucube’s Active Pedal Pro. While the price tag is still substantial, it represents a significant step toward making active pedal technology accessible to more serious sim racers. Our extensive testing
THRUSTMASTER Product Reviews
Thrustmaster SF1000 Ferrari Formula Wheel Add-On
Thrustmaster’s SF1000 Ferrari Formula Wheel Add-On aims to fill a gaping hole in the market when it comes to full featured sim racing wheels with integrated screens at more affordable prices. So today we’ll run you through the details of the wheel, form the hardware to the software and driving
PLANNING YOUR SIM RIG & UPGRADES – Part 2 – Logitech G923 vs Thrustmaster TS-XW
Today we continue our series taking you from an entry level sim rig through a typical upgrade path all the way to ultra-high-end to help you find the sweet spot for your needs and budget. Today we’re upgrading from the Logitech G923 to the Thrustmaster TS-XW wheel which comes bundles
THRUSTMASTER Pros and Cons
Pros
- Complete hardware bundles
- Broad console compatibility
- Simple setup
- Strong availability
Cons
- Force feedback tuning consistency
- Basic software with limited adjustability
- Cost-saving materials in some components
- Quick release design is very dated
