Customer Ratings & Reviews

Love this wheel! The Thrustmaster T598 is an excellent entry into direct drive sim racing without spending crazy money. The force feedback is smooth, strong, and very detailed — you can really feel the road, curbs, and grip changes while racing. Setup was easy and everything feels solid right out of the box. The included pedals are much better than expected, and I like that it works great on both PS5 and PC. It feels like a huge upgrade from belt-driven wheels and makes racing games much more immersive. For the price, this bundle is hard to beat. Highly recommend for anyone serious about sim racing!

Very pleased. Smooth, quick and has lots of power. Taller axial motor is noticeable if monitor/TV is too low, but manageable with some tweaks of your setup. The most noticeable thing coming from a Logitech G29 was there was no longer any dead spots of force feedback. If you have an older gear driven or belt driven force feedback wheel, you’ll probably know what I’m referring to. With direct drive, there is constant force always and immediately upon change of direction of wheel and ZERO dead spot. The two pedals seem to feel better than the ones that come with the g29, but there’s only gas and brake; no clutch included. I don’t use clutch, so that’s no issue right now. As far as the wheel itself, it does feel a little LESS nice than the G29. It’s kind of plastic-y feeling, but honestly that isn’t noticeable at all to me during actual driving. The paddles are WAY better than the G29. The “clunk” is pretty nice in comparison to the “click” of the switch on the G29. This is the best thing I’ve bought for this hobby so far. Since this is and AXIAL drive, there aren’t any “poles” to stop on like with regularly wound motors. This is supposed to result in very smooth feeling even at low speed. I haven’t used anything but my g29, but I can tell you that this thing is smooth all the time and it seems like you only feel what the game wants without the wheel inserting any of its own inputs.

The overall performance of the wheel is far beyond what i expected. The force feedback provides a realistic driving experience that makes you feel like you own the road! The quality of each part is unmatched. From the details on the wheel to the customization of the force feedback and more gives you your moneys worth. I have absolutely nothing negative to say about thrustmaster and their products! Great job making quality products for your customers, and thank you Best Buy for supplying us quality U.S. products! Additional notes the setup and installation is so simple took maybe 5 minutes from box to gaming! Super excited to be using this wheel and to get more thrustmaster products in the future!

I purchased this originally for my 9yo son who was into Gran Turismo, Forza, and a few other sim racing games. Originally i didnt plan on spending near this much at most I planned on something like $300, the Logitech G920 series. Then upon trying out a complete sim rig with the T598 on it i pretty much instantly changed my mind. First of all the feel and realism compared to something like the G920 series is night and day. The T598 being direct drive lets you feel every bump, turn, or motion the car makes. Its really immersive and i understood why he had been wanting one. We could never go back to a racibg type game with just a normal controller. Especially once i built the rig and monitor stand. The 800r curved oled LG screen probably helps a lot with that as well. If your thinking about getting into sim racing and are looking at the logitech skip it and spend a little more on the T598. Its leagues above the lower end even the mid tier stuff thats a bit pricier it holds its own. Excuse the mess on the sim rig pics we are in the process of moving but at least you can see the setup.

Review is a bit long. I do highly, highly recommend the Thrustmaster T598. I just started the Sim journey. About 1½ months ago I got into Microsoft Flight Sim and went through 5 different setups. I then went through 3 different Sim Racing wheels. So, I originally bought the Logitech G923 and Shifter. I had it for 1 day. It rattled way too much and I didn't really like it. But it was a completely different experience coming from always playing with a XBOX Elite 2 controller on my computer. So I exchanged the G923 for the Thrustmaster T248. That was way better, and the pedals were fantastic. After 3 days with the T248 and doing some more research, I wanted something a bit better. I seen the Turtle Beach VelocityOne Wheel on sale for $500. I went to Best Buy and was going to exchange the T248 for the Turtle Beach. While looking for my receipt on my phone I seen the Thrustmaster T598. I went into Best Buy and asked to see the T598, as the Turtle Beach was on display to use. I went with the Thrustmaster T598 and it's been absolutely amazing. All together I only used the other 2 wheels for about 10 hours. I've been hooked on this T598. It's incredibly smooth, the feedback from the road, the shifting, the larger wheel and it's so quiet. So happy I went this route. Now I'm afraid I'm going to jump into this hobby a bit too much. I was only playing Forza Horizon and Forza Motorsports. I just bought Assetto Corsa, the Patreon, Content Manager & key. Only started on the career. I'm still figuring everything out on this amazing game. It's so much fun! Sorry for the long post.

It's a Wonderful Entry Level DD (Direct Drive) Bundle. Included is the Wheel, Base & Pedals as well as a Desk Clamp. The Wheel is the Part where they saved some Money, however for the Price you already knew they were gonna have to save some money somewhere and honestly I believe they most definitely made the correct call. I do not want them Cutting Corners or saving money on the Motor .... I also do not want them Cutting Corners or Saving Money on the Pedals (which in my opinion are the single most important piece in a sim racing rig). So Naturally the wheel is what they Chose and considering I Purchased the Ferrari 458 GT3 Replica Wheel (WHICH IF YOU RACE GT CARS IS AN ABSOLUTE MUST HAVE). Also I was Not Waiting on ThrustMaster to Release a Load Cell Brake and I could have Bought something to Mimic a Load Cell from 3DRap. However Thrustmaster already has the T-LCM Pedals which are Really Nice and already have a 100G Loadcell. The Pedals absolutely Now make this Wheel a 5 Star Wheel. There have been some Quality Control Issues in regards to it Randomly Shutting Off ... What I did though upon setting it up on My Open Wheeler Gen 3 Rig (with the Leg Risers which Raise the Rig Up) I made sure there was some Slack in the cords coming from the back of the Base and then I Zip Tied or Ran Black Electrical Tape around all the wires so if you pull on the Power Supply going into the Wall or the USB A going into the PS5 it will not Pull on the Connection into the Base. Really it's common sense look at what you think could be thr Weakest Link or a Potential Problem Area and then Proactively Try to Prevent that From Occuring. In Conclusion the Wheel is Very Smooth, it does get Hot (I do not care what Thrustmaster or any of their FanBoys Say) so what I did was set up a little chair beside my rig with a Small Personal 10" Fan and I face it at the Base and Run it whenever I have the Wheel on and THAT SOLVES THE PROBLEM 100%. I would Recommend this Bundle to Any Newbie or Budget Conseus Sim Racer looking for PS5, PC (for now with Xbox Connectivity Coming Very Soon). Especially doing a Few Upgrades like the wheel and the Pedals and then you have a Very Very Very Competitive Wheel! If you have any Questions just ask I will be honest I have had mine over 9Months and have put over 100k Virtual Miles on GT7....

$500 for a DirectDrive Base, pedal set and wheel is definitely worth it if you are looking to get into simracing or upgrading from an entry or intermediate level belt driven setup. You can clearly see where Thrustmaster cut cost. Specifically in the wheel and the 2 pedal set this package comes with. I am already invested in the Thrustmaster ecosystem so that did not bother me as much as it might bother some who are looking for more than whats reasonably expected out of a setup at this price point. My T-LCM pedals, TSSH Handbrake and TH8A shifter paired to my Thrustmaster simhub all swapped right over to this new base from my TS-XW. The included wheel feels very much like a toy with how much plastic is used but it works great right out of the box. I was able to jump into GT7, EA WRC and DirtRally 2 with no issues. I did swap the included wheel out for their HyperCar Wheel and Evo32R wheel after a few races. Thrustmaster did mention an additional pedal will be offered for the 2 pedal setup in the near future as well as the base being sold separately. Just be sure your firmware is up to date and you are good to go!

The Thrustmaster T598 is a massive game-changer for sim racing. Moving up to a Direct Drive system makes a world of difference; the 5Nm of torque provides incredibly detailed, instant force feedback that lets you feel every bump on the track and exactly when the car loses grip. The wheel response is crisp, and the included pedals feel solid and progressive. It completely changes the immersion level in racing simulators. If you want cross-platform flexibility and true next-level force feedback, this base is phenomenal value.

The wheel performs well and I do very much like it. For reference, I'm coming from a Thrustmaster TMX I've had for many years of which I had to repair myself do to the pedal spring failing. It has unquestionabily improved my racing as I'm able to detect & respond to oversteer much faster than before... Though I must say, I'm disappointed that the software suite still isn't fully functional yet. I mean it's already been about 4mo since its release - what's taking so long? I watched the youtube reviews before purchasing it and they all warned of the tall base... but to my surprise, that really wasn't much of an issue. However, I use the desk mount and the brace they give you angles the wheel even higher which definitely blocks the view to my monitor and it almost had me considering returning it. But on a whim, I decided before I do, I should try and see if I can make it work by creating my own mounting plate for it to angle it straight. At Home Depot, you can get free hardwood & laminate floor samples and they are of the perfect size. Just trace the holes over it with a sharpie and drill a few holes and grooves for the clamp it sink into. Counter sink the screw holes on the bottom so the head of the mounting screws don't dig into your desk and you're good. I used TV-mounting screws instead for a flatter & wider head to better distribute the force since countersinking involves thinning the brace a little. The screw size is a very common size, M8 - just make sure the length is deep enough to go deep into the base of the wheel without bottoming it out. It's actually not that hard to do at all really, an hour of work with a cheap harbor freight drill press. The verdict: IT'S SO MUCH BETTER!!! The custom made flat mount doesn't just resolve the monitor view blocking issue, it's also makes a world of difference in *comfort* which was unexpected - It's night and day, actually. Thrustmaster should absolutely be shipping with a flat mount option - I can't stress that enough. In fact, I insist everyone who's desk mounting this should try making their own flat mount! Side note, if you're worried that the torque from the FFB will break the homemade hardwood floor sample mount, it won't. It doesn't get close to even stressing it. My main game of choice is rally games so the wheel gets a pretty good work out (it base gets warm btw, but there's no torque loss even after hours of play). The metal mount that comes with it is over engineered for its strength, which is a good thing, if only there were options to change the angle of your wheel... My only other grievances is the pedals can lift up during panic braking (I have to weigh it down with a padded 10lb weight lifting plate), the desk-mount clamps stick down pretty low, a problem if you have thicc thighs, lol, and the ports on the back feel rather... fragile. That's concerning because if you're a desk-mount user, you'll obviously be taking it off and on again constantly and I just don't know how well the connections on the back will hold up. The USB-C port is already touchy and just flexing the cable left & right when hooked up to it will cause it to disconnect/reconnect in Windows. I fear it will likely become even more problematic a year or two from now just through regular use and may result in a warranty hassle down the line... of which I heard through accounts on forums, isn't the most pleasant experience. Overall, I do recommend it *but* not without a few caveats, as I mentioned above. In its current state, I would rate it 3 1/2 stars (a little above avg/satisfactory), but since Best Buy doesn't allow half stars, I'll be charitable to Thrustmaster and round up.

The Thrustmaster T598 Direct Axial Drive Racing Wheel and Pedal Set is an outstanding choice for sim racers looking for realism, precision, and durability. The direct drive system provides unparalleled force feedback, while the solid build quality and adjustability make it a long-term investment for serious racers. If you’re looking for a top-tier racing wheel for PS5, the T598 is definitely worth considering.

The Thrustmaster T598 is a great entry into direct drive wheelbase for PS4/PS5 @ only $500. There are not many options for DD wheelbases that are compatible with PS4/PS5 with those options starting around $700 and up. The T598 has a constant 5nM of force with the ability to go up to 10nM of force in certain situations. There are many available upgrades and add-ons that are compatible with the T598 including hand brakes, shifters as well as multiple different wheel styles. They included pedal set is actually very high quality, made mostly of metal and is adjustable both with location of gas and brake pedals as well as adjustable pedal faces. Thrustmaster has stated that they will be coming out with a third pedal clutch add-on along with the ability to upgrade the brake pedal to a load cell. You're able to adjust all settings for wheelbase and wheel on the wheelbase as well as using a program for the Thrustmaster ecosystem while on a PC. Not all adjustment settings are available at time of writing this review through the PC program but Thrustmaster has said that they would be available shortly but has not given any specific date or time. Overall the T598 is a great starter wheelbase for anyone wanting to get into sim racing with a direct drive system that is compatible with PS4/PS5 + PC.

This is a wonderful starter direct drive setup for sim racing! The thing is extremely responsive and allows for accurate lap times without the 1000-1300 purchase price of the longitech dd pro systems! Make sure you have a computer you can plug into it and make sure it is updated so you dont have issues with cogging with the original release software

Amazing Thrustmaster product, limit contacting into PS5 or PS4 games. Need a laptop to update regularly, good customization for individual driving styles. Works with most rigs and thrustmaster made products. comparable to T-GtII or DD+ pro

Make sure your t598 has at least firmware 2.07 or it will not work with the PS5 properly. I love this wheel. But it did arrive with an old firmware version and was acting very badly. I don't have any windows machines in my house so I took this wheel to the Geek Squad and they updated my firmware for me. The wheel is quite smooth compared to the G23. I love the gear shift feedback option. I bought this wheel really just to play Gran Turismo in VR and it works great in that game. I also tested it out on WRC 2024 by EA. WRC Generations which is awesome. This is the wheel to get at this price point. Another cool thing about it is that it is part of an ecosystem of upgrades you can get and turn this into something even fancier. This wheel taught me about the value of left foot breaking. I recommend getting some sort of cockpit or stand to get the most out of this wheel.

Fantastic Sim Racing wheel for the money! A true upgrade over the T300. Feedback from the wheel is great. Great entry to a Direct Drive wheel system over some other brands, especially if you are already in the TM Ecosystem. Pairs well with Shifter, Handbrake and T-LCM Pedal Set

Coming from a T300 GT Edition, this definitely a step up in levels. Responsive and very informative when hooked to your rig. (Never used the table top mounts) The pedals are nice and will definitely improve your lap times once broken in. I'm also able to hook up my TP3A pedals and TH8A shifter that I have from the T300 to the T598 wheel base. Its part of TMs ecosystem of wheels rims, pedals, bases, shifters. I've Make also play with baby on my ps4. Make sure to update wheel base firmware in order to get the best from the wheel. Lots of room for this thing to grow and soon Ill be getting a T818 and the TGT II as well. Im just a "trusty thrusty kind of guy!" And I like to collect cool stuff in the Mancave.

I do not like this wheel for $ 500. Cheap plastic, gets very hot during operation, unfinished software for updating, small vibration and squeak like an itch during operation. But the main problem is the unnatural feedback, very rubbery.

Great wheel a little more expensive wo if your just starting kut i would recommend the logitech g29 or g920 has good feedback and emerson is great currently looking into getting the clutch and shifter.

I have greatly enjoyed this Sim wheel. I've had it for about a year now. I've had very minimal problems. I definitely recommend it. It's the best unit you're going to get for the price. Works great with a PS5 or a computer. I've used it on both.

This wheel is currently not dialed in for GT7 which is odd considering this is a PS5/PC Wheel..FFB seems to be inconsistent at best depending on the title. For those who say "It's much better on PC". That's swell, but this is a PS5 wheel too. The software isn't finished and directs you to change settings on the base itself. The wheel adapter required to use any "legacy" wheels is janky at best. The Gear Jolt effect does not make up for the removal of the Transducer found on the T-GT/T-GT2. Seems like it could have used a few more months testing before market..but hey! Gotta get those Holiday sales! My last issue, as the title says (and this is in no way a fault of Thrustmaster) BestBuy used the manufacturers packaging as a shipping container! Just slapped the labels on it and everything. Firstly, this is just asking for porch pirates to steal the item...As they can see EXACTLY what it is. Secondly, as someone who takes extremely good care of their things and keeps the original packaging for transit or future sale...This is inexcusable and I will be returning it simply for that fact alone when I have time after the coming Holiday. I may consider a replacement if I can be guaranteed the manufacturers packaging will be placed in a shipping box like every other item on Earth. Imagine ordering a Macbook and BestBuy just slaps the shipping label on the Apple packaging..Mind blowing.