Customers are impressed with the T598's force feedback, overall performance, and the quality of its metal pedals, considering it a great value for the price. The wheel's realism and customization options are also appreciated. However, some users have experienced difficulties with firmware updates, found the size to be cumbersome, and reported connectivity issues. Additionally, a few users noted that the device tends to get very hot during operation.
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Direct drive on a budget
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I'm genuinely impressed with this product! I moved from a PS4/5 TM80 to this. To say Night and Day difference is an understatement. This is arguably the best bang for the buck when considering direct drive wheels (no internal belts). The pedals are... the standard pedals, nothing super special there; but they do what they're supposed to do. This rig is all about the wheel!
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Overall performance
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Must buy!
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This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Best bundle package for your money! Highly recommend if you’re a serious sim racer.
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from Thrustmaster Expert
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Hello, thank you for your feedback! We appreciate your feedback, and we're delighted that you like the product. If you have any questions about your product, please don't hesitate to contact our technical support team. We'll be happy to help ! Sébastien from the Technical Support team.
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
T598 review
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Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Good direct drive wheel for the cost it’s very detailed when driving, the desktop clamps it comes with keeps the wheel nice and secure, there is no flex in the wheel to base connection, the pedals are decent the brake feels soft, upgrades that will be out soon that should make a big difference, overall it’s fantastic for its price point.
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from Thrustmaster Expert
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Hello, We are delighted to read that you are enjoying your experience with the T598, and thank you for your review ! Best regards, Robin from the Thrustmaster team
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Amazing product. If youre on the fence, buy it
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Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Coming from a t150, this feels so much better. 5nm constant torque, but able to boost higher to give those nuanced feelings of kerbs, and bumps with opponents. Paddles feel nice and have a solid thunk when activated and stop when activated instead of travelling further like most other wheels. Gear jolt feelts awesome, especially when connected to a full rig where it jolts the whole rig. The pedals are metal and able to be removed from the foot plate for full customization, and easy mounting to rigs. While its just a traditional brake pedal for now until they release a load cell pedal upgrade, i already feel more in control and am getting better lap times than even with the t3pm set my friend has. If youre wondering wether you should buy this or not, you should stop thinking, and just buy it. You eill not regret your purchase. The main advice i have, once you buy it, go to thrustmasters support page for the bundle, and it has all the settings, game adoption, how to update, specs and measurements, it has all the info youll need to set it up and get the best out of it and they are constantly updating it.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Pedal quality
Cons mentioned:
Size
Rated 3 out of 5 stars
Mediocre but Priced well for Multi System Support
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Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Motor is great, Size is very Bulky and Tall for what it is, Pedals feel great but not heavy enough to not slide on carpet.
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from Thrustmaster Expert
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Hello, thank you for your feedback! We appreciate your feedback, and we're delighted that you like the product. You can use rubber pads to maintain pedalset in position. If you have any questions about your product, please don't hesitate to contact our technical support team. We'll be happy to help ! Sébastien from the Technical Support team.
Pros mentioned:
Overall performance
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Excellent
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
It's a great wheel for someone who is upgrading from a g29. It's my first direct drive wheel. It helps you feel what the car is doing better. Only gripe is no load cell brake pedal. But i hear it's on the way.
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from Thrustmaster Expert
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Hello, thank you for your feedback! We appreciate your feedback, and we're delighted that you like the product. If you have any questions about your product, please don't hesitate to contact our technical support team. We'll be happy to help ! Sébastien from the Technical Support team.
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Thrustmaster T598 gaming wheel
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This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I like the experience I get with T598, its a great upgrade from my T150 Thrustmaster wheel. I only have it for a few weeks. So, so far so good. CJ
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Very responsive
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
We purchased this for my son’s birthday and he uses it everyday to race on his PlayStation. He also had a previous version and he says this one is more responsive.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Force feedback
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great wheel, great value, subpar optimization
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
This is an amazing wheel especially when you consider the next closest competitor is $300 more and you get more in the box with the thrustmaster. GT7 optimization leaves a lot to be desired but time will hopefully make this no longer an issue.
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from Thrustmaster Expert
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Hello, thank you for your feedback and we're delighted that you like the product! Sébastien from the Thrustmaster team.
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great product
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This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
This item is exactly what I was looking for. It has 5nm of torque with double that at times. Very adaptable and adjustable.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Overall performance
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Love this Wheel
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Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
This was my first direct drive wheel and I couldn't be happier with it. I bought this over a month ago to use with my PS5 and would absolutely buy it again. The price is much better than Fanatec's PS5 option.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Darn Good Wheel
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Having been a sim racer for almost 15 years, using the Logitech G27, G29, Turtle Beach wheel and finally the T598. While the G27 was always a great wheel by Logitech. The G29 sucked. Turtle Beach, well, that was a play toy for Xbox or Playstation. But this Thrustmaster T598, you can "tune" it a lot more than any other wheel system I've had. I'm still getting used to it and learning what it can and cannot do. For the price, I've very satisfied.
I would recommend this to a friend
Cons mentioned:
Size
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Thrustmaster wheel
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Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Great wheel,wheel base is a littlw big had to adjust my tv so i can see over the base but other than that it is a great wheel
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from Thrustmaster Expert
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Hello, thank you for your feedback! We appreciate your feedback, and we're delighted that you like the product. If you have any questions about your product, please don't hesitate to contact our technical support team. We'll be happy to help ! Sébastien from the Technical Support team.
Pros mentioned:
Overall performance
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Thrustmaster T598
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Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Best bang for your buck! Great mid level entry for sim racing enthusiasts.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great just need to upgrade the wiring
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This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
But has power supply cord issues kept disconnecting other the it's very good if it's not doing that
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from Thrustmaster Expert
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Hello, thank you for your feedback! We appreciate your feedback, and we're delighted that you like the product. Don't hesitate to contact our technical support about the power supply cord issue that you meet. We'll be happy to help ! Sébastien from the Technical Support team.
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Steering wheel review
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Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
The steering wheel combo is the best no complaints. Besides set up was a little confusing.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Overall performance
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Perfect wheel for the price
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Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Must buy for any entry/mid level PC and PS5 player. There is no better option than this direct drive wheel for $500. Do not consider Logitech G29 or G293, they can’t be compared.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Compatibility
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Affordable Wheel
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Great wheel if you're new to sim racing or an OG. PS5/PC compatibility at a reasonable price. Fyi for PS5 use you need a PC to update driver on wheel
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from Thrustmaster Expert
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Hello, thank you for your feedback! We appreciate your feedback, and we're delighted that you like the product. If you have any questions about your product, please don't hesitate to contact our technical support team. We'll be happy to help ! Sébastien from the Technical Support team.
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Good values for money with some cons
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Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Based on playing GT7 on PS5 -
Pros: Smooth handling and gear jolt provides fun driving experience. Easier and more casual to drive than belt drive, making sessions longer/less fatigue. Good value as a beginner set. Nothing under 500 seems better.
Cons: Wheel cannot keep it straight itself and the oscillation is very bad at high speed even with Updated firmware and trying all intertia/friction settings. Wheel feels cheap and feel the need to spend more. No vibration in the wheel when compared to GT7 tuned belt drive (T-GT II), makes less realistic during driving.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Dive
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
A little technical but well worth it i totally enjoy my driving experience with this steering wheel gives you the feel of being behind the wheel