Customer Ratings & Reviews

Purchased this at Best Buy Wilmington Delaware. Had the worst exprience. Bought the open box excellent condition version. Took it home and it was missing the gas pedal. Connected the wheel base to my ps5 and it didn't power on. Returned item and manager said he'd take $100 off. For what? So i can pay $100 plus shipping for new pedals? Bought the new one instead with $50 off. Took it home and it didn't work again. Never again with thrustmaster. What a terrible brand. If the manager was willing to work with me i would have spent $900 on the logitech rs50 8nm. Because of his attitude I went to micro center and bought the fanatec gt dd pro 8nm for $750. Money well spent. Great Wheel base and never gets hot.

wheel is very solid and has a good feel in your hands. pedals are ok but load cell would be nice

Amazing item. Enjoyed my steering wheel .. great on the ps5 for many racing games

Loving, but im not a veteran at sim racing. Great for me hope it last!

Amazing product! Solid and high quality. Super thrilled with this purchase.

Quality and price, the best entry level direct drive

Well constructed and very durable. Would definitely recommend!

Hard to set up force feedback. The feel is artificial, the steering wheel feels cheap and the buttons are bad. As equipment is a little better on GT7 then the TG-T I was using.

The wheel is barely 6 months old and is having connectivity issues over USB, tried a new cable same issues and its pretty obvious the USB port and the rest of the ports are loose and not snug feeling at all. When you wiggle the cables the unit drops out. Wait to buy until I update on the support query,

Wheels good when it’s working but buggy force feedback cuts out even though it’s brand new

Good for console gamers but overall quality is just meh.

Ive read everyone’s experience here on BB. So i tried them out. Let me tell you something. The steering wheel feels like cheap plastic, compared to its cheaper competitor, Logitech which had leather on them. The base is heavy and the mounting holes did not match my race simulator. Had tk drill holes into the mounting plate. And now for the kicker. Ive only had it for a month. Played Forza 4 and 5, iRacing, Assetto Corza, etc. This was kinda rocking it. 5.5 Nm is not too shabby. But then the disconnects atarted to happen. Reddit had whole discussions about it. It’s a thing. Got to the point it stayed connected long enough to play half a lap or best yet, almost making it to your destination in Forza. And this is jot cheap. $5 bills. Way too much. I got videos to show it. But i cant load vids here.

I have only had this wheel for a week and it started to make a loud popping noise only when turning to the right. The gas pedal has a spot where it started to stick. For the price, I don't feel like the quality is there.

Doesn't work,no installation instructions, website is a disaster, returning product.

It wont for your stand or rig, so after 2 trips to homedepot, hours and hours of work. You need a PC to upload the frimware, i dknt have a pc. After asking 2 neighbors and using 3 laptios non would connect with the thrusmast app(1.9 rated). So after about 15hrs of trouble, its getting packed back up to return. Thrustmaster customer service was nonexistent.

At the $500 price point this combo seems like a good solution for an entry level direct drive racing sim. Its definitely a leap above the regular console wheel/pedal combos with basic force feedback, like the Thrustmaster T128 or T248 and other comparable units. The direct axial drive base provides steering feedback that is a little weak for my taste. I maxed out setting and I'd prefer a bit stronger push when hitting corners. I've got a PC only setup from a higher end manufacturer but that combo doesn't support consoles so if I want to run Grand Turismo 7 on my PS5 I needed a different solution. Button arrangement on the steering wheel was easy to adapt to however the four buttons on the drive motor seem out of place. Granted they are meant for setup and not racing so you shouldn't need to access them while racing. Not a big issue. The wheel mounted buttons are the typical console controller but with two on the left side and the other two on the right. The D pad on the lower left and a set of quick car setup adjustment buttons on the lower right. The other oddity of this wheel is the 4 red bands at 45, 135, 225 and 315 rather than a single at 0. This might be initially confusing for anyone using other sim wheels and relies on that band for quick top center placement. The wheel itself is two halves screwed together so it doesn't have that really smooth feel that a molded wheel would have. I could feel the seam slightly. The pedals are decent enough. I do like that they use Hall Effect sensors which help with throttle and brake positioning. With accelerator I find myself not feathering (rapid press and release) the pedal on corners as much. I also like that they have three positions that you can place the brake plunger which changes the amount of pressure needed to brake and they throw in an extra spring that provides two more tension levels. Nice add! I did try it on my PC and ran a few of my favorite racing sims, like Dirt, Assetto Corsa, F1 and Project Cars and it worked flawlessly after I tweaked the settings. I won't be using the T598 on my PC games but it's good to know I have an option if my other rig fails. There are a couple of optional add-ons available such as Evo Racing wheel, a Hypercar wheel and a quick release upgrade. Now for the few things I didn't care for: The motor base is a big ol' honker compared to other direct drive bases I've seen but it's smaller than the steering wheel provided so it's not really a big issue, it's just not what I'm used to with my other rig. The biggest issue I had was with the pedal base. While it did come with carpet pads (optional pad with teeth) I found that the back side (closest to the driver) would tilt forward causing issues with operating the pedals, especially the brake. I had to back off the spring tension so it would require less force. I'll probably invest in a folding wheel/pedal stand to eliminate this issue. To do firmware updates you need to connect to a PC which is a bit of a hassle if you only plan on using it on your PlayStation. I didn't want to load the software on my PC since I was only going to use it on my PlayStation.

I've been using the "value" wheels, which by value I mean the $100-500 type wheels. I love my racing, and I've got a lot of racing games and several wheels, but I never have been able to justify spending $2,000 or such on a wheel (although I would if I could). With the Thrustmaster T598 now I don't have to! I live near Columbus, so we have a few different spots where we can try out the $1500 type wheels (Fanatec I believe I tried) and they are amazing. This wheel, the T598, is just like those wheels in how they feel. On this one you're not going to get a huge amount of extra buttons and a readout with a ton of statistics, which is what you get when you spend $1500 or so on a wheel. But the main reason people pay that large amount of money is because of the actual feel of the wheel, the strength of it, the feel of it in relation to a real car. My previous wheel, the Logitech G923, is an excellent wheel. Previous to trying the T598 it is the wheel that I recommended to everyone when they wanted to get into some racing but not spend a lot. Now I will wholeheartedly recommend the Thrustmaster T598 as it is really, without question, the best feeling wheel and blows the Logitech and other sub-$500 wheels away. Opening this up it's nice to see it's not a lot of parts. I hate putting these things together but this one was very easy, even for clumsy old me. Sure there's some wires and etc, which can be a bit of unsightly and clumsy, but wow is this refreshing in just how clear the instructions are and how few steps it was to get up and running. The clamp stayed put on my desk for hours and hours of play without any issue (unlike my Logitech G923 clamp which can come off on occasion). The base is fantastic. First of all the pedals are very, very heavy and have a lot of tension. There are 3 or 4 different tension stacks to set when you set up and I used the easiest (less tension) but there is still a lot. The base being heavy is fantastic for the entire thing not moving around. The carpet grabbers work fantastic. The entire wheelbase is great and does not move forward or around at all, during many days of play. However I did flip the base up a time or two by slamming my foot into the brake in a moment of desperation. I started putting my left foot on the pedestal base when driving and that eliminated that aspect. Of course this is all a moot point if you're attaching to a rack or stand. The game that I played extensively is the best racing game that you can play anywhere and that is Gran Turismo 7 on the Playstation 5. I hope this game eventually gets over to the PC but until then, it's the main reason to own a Playstation 5 if you're a big racing fan, as I am (it's the primary reason I play video games to be honest). Gran Turismo immediately recognized this wheel and it worked without me doing anything at all just fine. No sliding around on the track or feeling like you're on ice. No calibration at all, nothing nothing nothing and it just works! Now of course if you go into the GT7 menus you certainly can calibrate and set things up how you want but it's fantastic that this thing works just out of the box, without changing ANYTHING. So if you're a GT7 fan and thinking about this wheel, do it, buy it and you will not regret it. It takes racing to a whole other level you've never thought about and you'll want to play GT7 as the first game when you get this. The other game that played well, without any tweaks out of the box is Need for Speed Unbound. It's an amazingly fun game and can be had for pretty cheap now on both PC and PS5. All in all I am astounded by how they were able to fit direct drive technology into the Thrustmaster T598 abut I can tell you, this is without question, the wheel you want, if you cannot afford to, or don't want to, spend the $2000 on a Fanatec wheel setup. Thank you Thrustmaster and I can't wait to play again. If you're a Gran Turismo 7 fan, this game is a must purchase to really play the game at the highest level.

The wheel didn’t have as much force feedback as I wanted and wasn’t really compatible with most of the games that I played, so I returned it.

I was so excited to try this new Thrustmaster T598 and it was at the perfect price point for me. I was hoping that I would get a high quality racing wheel at a more affordable price than some that I've seen. The short, it really hits the mark. In the box pretty much everything you need, pedals, the wheel, the base to insert the wheel which wasn't as big as I expected looking at the picture, assorted cables, a clamp to hold down the base and some grips for the pedals if used on carpet. The wheel is a good size imo, some of the other wheels I've used is slightly smaller and for my comfort, the thrustmaster is perfect. All the buttons are in a natural position and easy to reach. They also have a nice tactile feel to them. The rubber grip makes gripping the wheel solid and comfortable. When the wheel is inserted in the base, there is a little play in it but I actually am ok with this. My son wished it was a little more solid but that to me, something so rigid can also break if played gets too aggressive. Just a thought. Pedals feel solid and has a few minor adjustments possible. You can adjust the tensions with some springs on the back and the distance between the pedals. I found adjustments that was comfortable for me but could see it might not work for everyone. Game play was outstanding. I found little to no noticeable latency in response with the wheel. The paddle shifter felt satisfying to use and the vibration feedback from shifting gave me a feeling of excitement. Feeling the wheel tighten up during sharp turns and all the feedback gave racing a whole different experience. All the settings for these features can be adjusted using the little lcd screen on the base which gives you more control of how you like to use your racing wheel. Even if you like light game racing, this wheel will bring the game to another level. It can be daunting to try to set up the unit for use but I promise you, it's worth it. Changes the whole game.

In the world of sim racing, knowing where to start with gear can be a bit overwhelming. Another step beyond that is finding something that will be compatible with all the platforms you may want to use it with. The T598 is a great entry-level direct drive setup that will work with both your PC for titles like iRacing and Assetto Corsa as well as with your PS5 when you want to hop in to the world of Gran Turismo. As far as quality goes, the T598 is built well where it needs to be and there are definitely some areas where they saved on the cost. The wheel itself is a bit plasticky but the paddles are excellent and the size is great for all types of driving. It also features the Thrustmaster quick release that is very solid and allows you to upgrade to different wheels in the future. The direct drive wheelbase is what makes this a lot better than other entry-level setups. Instead of using gears or belts to drive the force feedback, you have a new direct axial drive motor that allows for very responsive and realistic feedback that really levels up your experience. The motor is smooth and quiet which makes for a great driving experience and it won't annoy those around you. Only downside I really see is the shape of the base is a lot taller than other direct drive bases and depending on your setup, it could sit awkwardly in your line of sight. The pedals are decent and will have a load-cell upgrade coming out in the near future. Overall this is a great setup diving in to the world of sim racing. You will get the detailed and more realistic force feedback of a direct drive motor, while having the convenience of using it with your PC or PS5. If you're looking to put in some quality laps, this is a great way to start your racing career.