Sim Rig reviews from Reddit
Summary
We analyzed 152 Reddit reviews across 9 subreddits and 48 posts to rank the best Sim Rig brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/simracing, r/hotas, r/Fanatec, r/flightsim, r/GranTurismo7. Top-rated brands include Playseat (4.3/5), GT Omega (4.4/5), Next Level Racing (4.0/5).
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Reviews152
Subreddits9
Posts48
Brands67
Products55
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#1
Playseat
4.3
(19)
"Playseat Trophy and VR2 works perfect."
"I also use mine with a playseat trophy and have never had any clearance issues."
"I used mine extensively in a PlaySeat trophy and it was never a problem."
"I’m 6’3” 190lbs and use playseat trophy. No issues and super comfy."
"My dad in his 60s and my friend in his 40s both got the Playseat Trophy and are SO HAPPY."
"Challenge all the way. It is so comfy since it’s basically a lawn chair and not a hard bucket seat. Folds easy for storage and can be modded for some extra sturdiness if needed."
"A great chair and perfect for me and the G29."
"It's an unbelievable upgrade."
"You should get the playseat challenge! You can fold it so you can store it easy."
"Check the used market for the playseat."
#2
GT Omega
4.4
(13)
"I would definitely look at the GT Omega Prime lite-R. I don't think you can find a better deal than this anywhere."
"GT Omega Titan is what I have with my R5."
"You can do something like gt omega art on casters and next level racing monitor/TV stand."
"Probably the best you can get at that price point."
"It's fucking solid with r9+load cell pedals."
"Europe? I'd check out gt omega."
"For that money I'd say a second hand GT Omega ART cockpit, it's non-foldable though."
"Sturdier than the foldables."
"Stuff is pretty good."
"Is around $400."
#3
Next Level Racing
4.0
(9)
"Next level racing seats like this one"
"Next look into next level racing seats. The Boeing military setup comes with mostly everything."
"Next look into next level racing seats. The Boeing military setup comes with mostly everything."
"I've attached the IKEA Markus to the Next Level Racing wheel stand."
"Is a good deal within the budget."
"Is a good place to start."
"Next Level Racing's F-GT (Lite, regular) allows you to change your position."
"Would have way too much flex with a DD wheel."
"I got Next Level Stand Lite (With the shifter) for about 130€ new, solid, adjustable amd foldable."
#4
Winwing
4.9
(7)
"Winwing stick and throttle to whatever plane you’re trying to match."
"$500-800 Winwing Orion 2 HOTAS (any)."
"I'd go for winwing hotas, mostly to properly simulate an F-16."
"For realism i would look at winwing for equipment like mfd and panels throttle and stick"
"Get an F/A-18 stick (it's close enough) and an F-15E throttle."
"I'd suggest Winwing. Get an F-16 stick and throttle."
"For your needs, winwing, but they’re Chinese."
#5
Sim Lab
4.8
(6)
"I have the Sim Lab GT1 Evo. Its great considering I got it for under 300 at microcenter."
"Racing simulator holiday bundle v1 sim lab gt1 evo rig"
"Sim lab if EU. ASR/RigMetal if NA."
"I have a GT1 Evo with a CSL DD 8Nm and I can only recommend it."
"Is a great option."
"Go off plan and switch some profiles around."
#6
Fanatec
4.3
(6)
"Fanatec McLaren GT3 wheel has clutch paddles which can be remapped to throttle and brake."
"Just go with the CSL Elite WRC for $199."
"The fanatec used to feel a bit higher detail than the R5."
"For console racing GT7 with vr cannot be beat, really Fanatec is the goto for this."
"I would recommend spending the extra $50 for their metal QR1."
"Probably the fanatec ready to race or Moza r5 if it's still available."
#7
Thrustmaster
4.2
(5)
"Rudder: ThrustMaster TPR (not the cheaper model)"
"I have one and it's pretty solid."
"The TM Warthog is fine for your purposes with a sturdy set of pedals added."
"The TPRs are probably more performance than you need, but they're also built like a tank."
"T300, G29. Go for it"
#8
VKB
5.0
(4)
"VKB def"
"If sticking with MSFS, maybe the Boeing combat chair, VKB gunfighter stick, and a STECS throttle."
"Throttle: VKB STECS (or Virpil CM3)"
"Stick: VKB Gunfigher IV c/w MCGU grip and 200mm extension"
#9
F-GT Elite
4.8
(4)
"You could absolutely fit in this at 5"7, i adjust it for people this size all the time."
"F-GT Elite will give you exactly what you are looking for."
"In my humble opinion the F-GT Elite is best."
"I've had nothing but great experiences with the F-GT."
#10
ASR
4.5
(4)
"ASR 1 or ASR 6 are my go too."
"Advanced Sim Racing ASR-1"
"I'm in Canada so I'm looking at ASR or Trak Racer."
"Ive been told ASR is great and GT omega has a very similar rig as well."
#11
P1X
5.0
(3)
"I have the P1x and love it."
"Both are really nice, but i would go for the p1x mainly for the straight uprights."
"Absolutely go for p1x if price isnt a concern. Better rigidity than the other."
#12
Advanced Sim Racing
5.0
(3)
"I just switched into an ASR3 from Advanced Sim Racing. I'd say there's still a good 4" of extra room that I could move the seat back."
"I have an ASR1 with a VRS dd (running 15nm). No movement, flex or any issues what so ever."
"Https://www.advancedsimracing.com/products/asr-1"
#13
Sim-Lab
4.3
(3)
"My favourite for sure is the P1X Pro. It is the most stable of the three rigs."
"I got the simlab gt1 pro with a €70 Audi seat, very comfortable."
"Sim-lab is generally regarded as having the best custom."
#14
Logitech
4.0
(3)
"There's better wheels and setups available but this was less than £300 and it's more than amazing enough for me."
"That cockpit will last, even if you wind up going whole hog and go the full DD route."
"I would not consider this a full rig, but with an halfway decent laptop or PC including a display, there is much fun to have in AC."
#15
P1-X
5.0
(2)
"P1-x user here, I really like it, have those nice feet to help you achieve true level in spite of slanted floors."
"I created a formula rig with P1-X and sparco gp seat. I love it, works great."
#16
DCS
5.0
(2)
"Stay far away from MSFS, go with DCS!"
"I suggest switching over to DCS as the sim software"
#17
General
3.3
(3)
"About your budget: 2k for a PC maybe even 3k depending on the GPU. The Rig and Seat about 1k."
"Any 8020 rig with a used car seat."
"I would get something else, preferably an 8020 extrusion one. Even though it's more expensive initially, this one is very flimsy."
#18
Trak Racer
4.5
(2)
"Zero complaints, plenty of adjustability and very stable."
"I went with the TR120 here in Canada, it worked out 400 cheaper than the ASR4."
#19
Rigmetal
4.5
(2)
"I would strongly recommend the Rigmetal plus. This unit has all you need in adjustment and can be adapted to with little effort."
"Rigmetal.com in the U.S. Simlab.com in EU."
#20
CoffeeRacer
4.5
(2)
"Look at a CoffeeRacer."
"I am planning on a coffeeracer. It will cost nearly as much as my rig."
#21
DIY
4.5
(2)
"I made it from wood was like 1/8th the price of anything remotely as sturdy and it has yet to ever think about moving or loosening up."
"For that budget you're kinda limited. I would say either - make a DIY one - look for a used rig on the local market - get a wheel stand that has a rear seat add-on."
#22
Playseat Challenge
4.0
(2)
"Playseat challenge, literally fits all your description."
"I've heard it's great if you need a affordable and foldable cockpit."
#23
Trakracer
4.0
(2)
"Trakracer? Advanced sim rig?"
"Any 8020 rig will work. I have mine attached to a trakracer TR80 and it does the trick just fine."
#24
Brunner Elektronik
5.0
(1)
"Get Force Feedback hardware from Brunner Elektronik, maybe the FFB Stick Base for the warthog"
#25
Monster Tech
5.0
(1)
"I could recommend Monster Chusa who made really great chairs"
#26
GT Neo
5.0
(1)
"I'd get a GT Neo."
#27
DD
5.0
(1)
"If you can afford the DD get it. It makes everything better."
#28
Formula
5.0
(1)
"Formula sim rigs :)"
#29
VR Headset
5.0
(1)
"Get a VR headset so you can experience the thrill of flying."
#30
Motion Seat
5.0
(1)
"Go for a motion seat, then build your components around that."
#31
F GT Sim Cockpit
5.0
(1)
"The non lite, or the f gt sim cockpit is what I'm saving up for."
#32
Triple Screen Setup
5.0
(1)
"The triples (and external gauges and such) make such a huge difference."
#33
34” Ultra Wide Screen
5.0
(1)
"34” ultra wide screen is probably the best sensible visual upgrade you can make."
#34
HP
5.0
(1)
"I use it with a Reverb G2 and just love it."
#35
MFG
5.0
(1)
"$400 Some MFG crosswind rudder pedals."
#36
VR
5.0
(1)
"Well since it's for recruiting I'd be set on the wow factor, So go with VR and a really good pc."
#37
Rudder Pedals
5.0
(1)
"Add two sets of rudder pedals. You'll have a blast."
#38
Moza
5.0
(1)
"Personally i would go with the Moza ecosystem"
#39
VRS Direct Drive Base
5.0
(1)
"VRS has the most nm per dollar you can get."
#40
Next Level Racing GT/F1 Adjustable Position Rig
5.0
(1)
"I love the concept behind Next Level Racing GT/f1 adjustable position rig."
#41
8020
5.0
(1)
"80/20 rig by any company , advanced sim racing, sim motion US etc etc . It will last longer . It’s so solid."
#42
DF
5.0
(1)
"Getting the DF Realith p6 was the best thing to happen to my sim pit."
#43
Omega GT Titan
5.0
(1)
"This is the rig I run and it's INCREDIBLE."
#44
T500RS
5.0
(1)
"I got my (nearly new) T500RS, shifter, and rig used for less than 300…"
#45
Simson
4.0
(1)
"They are great bang for your buck!"
#46
F-GT
4.0
(1)
"Had a guy willing to sell his F-GT for $380."
#47
eBay
4.0
(1)
"I use a hub and a eBay wheel although you don't need to use fanatec wheels aslong as is 6 bolt pattern."
#48
Simagic Alpha Mini
4.0
(1)
"I have my Simagic Alpha Mini strapped to an fgt lite and it hasn't been a problem."
#49
Brunner
4.0
(1)
"For a somewhat professional experience I’d get in touch with a Swiss company called Brunner."
#50
Realsimulator
4.0
(1)
"Or a Spanish company called realsimulator."
#51
Aluminum Profile
4.0
(1)
"I have built a few rigs with aluminum profile which I ordered cut to length online."
#52
Extrusion Rig
4.0
(1)
"Any extrusion rig with two extra profile pieces and mounting plates to mount your stick and throttle to."
#53
Rig Metal
4.0
(1)
"I am 6'4, have a rig metal plus. Currently I think I have my pedals a little too far away."
#54
Podium Hub
4.0
(1)
"Podium hub with your own wheel is the way to go IMO."
#55
Vevor
4.0
(1)
"Or vevor wheelstand, theyre built like 25% tank"
#56
Simagic
4.0
(1)
"There’s also a lot of stuff on sale right now for Black Friday such as the Simagic bundles"
#57
ASR1
4.0
(1)
"I have the ASR1 and like it with my dd pro (8nm) and csl pedals with load cell."
#58
F-GT Lite
4.0
(1)
"I have a F-GT Lite and its not really foldable, you'll especially need to have enough side-to-side space for it to sit in storage."
#59
Moza R5
4.0
(1)
"Budget direct drive, moza r5 or fanatec csl DD 5nm."
#60
Fanatec CSL DD 5nm
4.0
(1)
"Budget direct drive, moza r5 or fanatec csl DD 5nm."
#61
Midrange Setup
4.0
(1)
"If you want a good midrange setup you’re going to spend $1500 on your wheel and pedals."
#62
eBay 2nd hand Rigs
4.0
(1)
"2nd hand Rigs come up cheap on eBay if it helps your budget."
#63
Extreme Simracing
4.0
(1)
"You can get a Extreme Simracing seat or similar, they fold and are pretty solid."
#64
NLR FG-T
4.0
(1)
"Went with the NLR FG-T lite, but still ended up getting the NLR FG-T."
#65
SimLab
4.0
(1)
"Most profile rigs are pretty good these days - I've a Simlab P1x and the construction is pretty similar across brands."
#66
FGT
3.0
(1)
"I'd say FGT lite but when you go down in F1 it takes like 3 pounds of brake to make the middle come up off the ground."
#67
6Sigma
1.0
(1)
"Stay away from 6sigma I ordered from them it took 6 months."
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