The best PS5 steering wheels will vastly improve your gameplay experience if you spend loads of time on the virtual tracks of racing sims. If this is a niche of gaming you've been keen to explore more, you're shopping at an excellent time. We've waited years for a slew of brands to drop new wheels, and that's just happened. No longer do you need to opt for older wheels, and if you've got money to splash down on some niche gaming hardware, there are loads of options out there.
Since Ridge Racer, the Burnout games, and of course, Gran Turismo, the racing game genre has been synonymous with PlayStation consoles. The two have so often gone hand-in-hand, and getting a steering wheel only serves to make these experiences all the more special. We've pulled together a list of our top setups down below, incorporating a range of price tags. Just like with the best PC controllers, a few of the best racing wheels for PC are compatible with the PS5 and PS4.
If you're simply after a starter system, we'd recommend looking at PS5 steering wheels costing no more than $120-$350 / £120-£350. That amount should get you a nice set of pedals, a comfortable racing wheel with a little immersion baked into the belt, and a solid rotation. If you're graduating from an existing wheel, there are some seriously impressive contenders on the starting line right now, so read on to find the perfect setup for you.
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The newest sim racing system from Logitech G is the best pound-for-pound option on this list thanks to its great features for the mid range price it'll set you back.
You're getting a simple wheel with a set of pedals for casual everyday racing that won't break the bank here - though it drops force feedback and wider rotations.
With incredibly realistic force feedback and a massive 1080° (not counting the 25 programmable buttons), there's plenty to love about Logitech's very latest PS5 steering wheel.
When you take into account price, features, and individual game support, this is tricky to fault. Even if it's slightly older, it's a great middle-of-the-road option.
The Logitech G RS Wheel Hub lets you customize your setup depending on the types of virtual tracks and vehicles you want to simulate.
The Logitech G923 manages to pack everything you need into an affordable steering wheel with some serious force feedback and excellent customization.
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Rather than throwing you in at the deep end, the T128 packs a simple interface with decent force feedback for excellent value for money overall.
The best PS5 steering wheel overall
Logitech has finally come back to market with a new wheel system, and this time it's threading the needle between its ultra high-end G Pro wheel and its legacy products like the G923. Folks have been waiting for a successor to that generation of wheel for years, and it's finally here. Now fitting a lot of excellent features into a mid-range price bracket, it's the best all-rounder you can get.
When I say the RS50 threads the needle, I don't just mean in terms of price. It borrows the best features from the G Pro and brings them down to a more affordable level, all the while, making the system feel as accessible as the G923 for people who don't necessarily want to make sim racing a permanent aspect of their gaming space. Thought has gone into this system for people who race at a desk, and for those who don't go all-in on a cockpit seat - even if those enthusiasts are also catered to.
The 8Nm wheel base is plenty powerful, but it managed to cram that power into a smaller chassis so it doesn't feel like you're manouvering half a car round your gaming room and bolting down the engine of a car to your desk. But thanks to excellent build quality and Logitech's TRUEFORCE, you get detailed and vivid feedback.
The pedals are adjustable, and that goes for the modular aspect of the wheelbase too. Thanks to the RS Wheel Hub, you can attach a versatile number of attachments and wheel shapes to the mix, and if you have an older set of pedals or gear shifter, an adapter can help that be compatible with the RS50 wheelbase.
Overall, for the mid-range price, this is the best all-rounder you'll find.
The best budget PS5 steering wheel
HORI has made a name for itself in its fighting game controllers, but it’s branched out into steering wheels too, most notably with this budget-level PS4 and PS3 setup. It’s officially-licensed, too, though you might have to adjust some of the control options both on the wheel and in the games to get the most out of compatibility - this wheel isn’t listed in every game’s steering wheel presets. Still, it’s perfectly serviceable for most games.
There are clear entry-level features here, with suction pads for tabletop use (though there’s also a clamp too if you have a racing seat) and no Force Feedback to enjoy, meaning this wheel is very much entry-level. That said, it’s a good size, and there’s an adjustable rotation angle - you can either set it to 180 degrees of movement for quick direction changes in arcade titles, or you can boost that to 270 degrees of rotation for more serious sims. It’s still far from the realistic rotation angles of other wheels on this list, but the choice is appreciated.
The wheel itself is plasticky, but smooth and glossy, with a nice, chunky design. The buttons are fully re-mappable, which means you can set your pit radio or brake bias buttons where you want them for maximum control during the race. It’s also pleasant to see two buttons embedded in the wheel rim itself, allowing you to open DRS or look behind you in any F1 game without moving your thumb from the wheel. Very nice.
There’s no clutch pedal and what you get is rather plasticky. However, there is adjustable sensitivity on the pedals and a retractable, tactile footrest to help you keep the unit under your toes. Considering the price, you’re getting a decent wheel, but if you’re serious about your driving games, you will get far more from any of the other wheels on this list.
The best premium PS5 steering wheel
To borrow Max Verstappen’s trademark line, the Logitech G Pro Racing Wheel, and the matching G Pro Pedals are simply lovely. Lovely enough, that we'd offer them as a recommendation to anyone looking for the cream of the crop in a premium wheel setup. And much like Verstappen’s 2023 Red Bull F1 car, they’re a high-quality upgrade on a successful previous iteration that now delivers even better results. Not only are the 11nm strong force feedback wheel and 100kg load cell brake pedal an immersive joy to use, they actually made our reviewer a better sim racer and improved his lap times.
The G Pro racing wheel and pedals feel like a real graduation from the G920, and besides the drastic increase in payment, they're all the better for it. Everything is a bit bigger, a bit smoother, and a bit more premium (and then some). It’s an improvement in every way, especially when mounted to a cockpit-style seat like the Playseat Trophy Logitech G Edition. Stylized grilles cover the front and back of the Logitech G Pro base and add a touch of flair to an otherwise plain chassis. They serve a purpose beyond aesthetics though with active onboard cooling hidden inside. Around the back, a USB hub provides connection points for the G Pro Pedals (which you’ll need to buy separately) and other accessories like a gear shifter.
Under your fingertips, you’ll find magnetic gear shift paddles which feel wonderful in action. The movement is crisp and responsive with a soft clack giving nice audio feedback at the same time. Below them is a pair of dual-clutch paddles with smoother travel than their magnetic counterparts. These can be bound to a number of in-game actions using either Logitech’s G Hub software on PC or the onboard controls.
All of this equates to a racing wheel setup that feels as premium as it gets. Performance is truly top-drawer, and if it weren't for the rather large elephant in the passenger seat, it might have taken the top spot. Of course, that elephant is the £999/$999 for the wheel plus a further £349/$349 for the pedals.
The best mid-range steering wheel for PS5
With a massive selection of additional features, easy-to-reach button placement, and excellent force feedback there's plenty to love about the Thrustmaster T248. It's available for PS5 and PC, and it's a perfect blend of performance, features, and price.
The spec sheet says a lot about the quality you get for the money here. With dual-encoder controls, magnetic paddle gear changers, and an LED telemetry display which comes in handy in a number of different racing games. There's plenty of room for customization in here, and that means it lends itself to more than one racing game.
Beyond that, there are 900 degrees of rotation, and really well-balanced feedback that brings a realistic feeling to whatever virtual car you're behind the wheel of. The brake pedal can be configured with different pressures too, and although we did find that a few settings were a bit too stiff, it's a solid feature for those who want to fine-tune. Overall, there are 25 remappable buttons, as well as the regular PlayStation face buttons to help you navigate UI and the rest of it. We wouldn't recommend using it as a controller outside of the racing sim genre, but the face buttons leave the possibility open if the games will allow you to take part in a fun challenge.
All in all, the sense of realism created by the powerful motor in the Thrustmaster T248 enriches the experience of virtual racing. While some of its fancier features are still to be supported by some titles there's plenty to dive into here which will future-proof you. More than being a great wheel, it's a pound-for-pound standout because it doesn't ask the world of you in terms of price - especially compared to other options on this list.
The best modular racing wheel for PS5
Unless you game on a PC and have the ludicrous budgets needed to customize every last inch of your racing setup, it can be hard to tailor a PS5 racing wheel to one type of virtual racing. For example, F1 simulations call for steering wheels that are a bit moe in-depth than your everyday Gran Turismo setup. The Logi RS Wheel Hub is the best bet for that type of enthusiast, and it harnesses the power of the G Pro Wheel Base brilliantly.
Some wheels come in bundles, and some need to be bought separately from pedals, but this really makes you think a bit more granularly. The Wheel Hub is the thing that's really going to allow for versatility because it plugs into your wheelbase and allows different wheels to be slotted into place. I'll warn you, this does make shopping for this setup a bit more confusing than others, so it may not be the best pick for someone who hasn't had a wheel setup previously.
There's an RS round wheel for a more generic racing experience, and then a track wheel that's designed to mimic more of a hyper-car experience. Also available in the range is a 2-in-1 handbrake and gear shifter set, as well as pedals ripped straight from the original G Pro setup. The Wheel Hub itself has 15 of its own inputs, as well as metal gear shifters. The Track Wheel in particular has a really premium feel thanks to its TPE material.
The RS Track Wheel, in particular, is a standout option here. It pairs beautifully with the power of the G Pro Wheel Base, and it adds that extra layer of immersion to F1 23 for those racers who want a more authentic experience and are willing to pay for it. Its dotted, grippy surface provides a tacky feel that doesn't succumb to sweat in the same way leather options do. The Hub itself doesn't prohibit feedback from the base either, and its bells and whistles function really well too. Thanks to some added rev lights, they really bring the G Pro's excellent driving feel to new heights.
While buying the RS Wheel Hub and one of its wheels might work out slightly cheaper than buying the full, premium G Pro bundle, it is a shame there isn't as much of an upgrade path for people who adopted that setup when it launched, or those who have been waiting for a more affordable upgrade from the G29 series.
On the other hand, the Wheel Hub range stands apart as a modular choice for racers who want to dive deeper into their niche of simulation, and on PS5, that's not a common thing.
The best legacy steering wheel for PS5
Logitech is so good at making racing gear that even its older wheels and pedals are still worth buying today. For many, this is the perfect starter set, especially as it's now seeing discounts pretty regularly. The G923 is a direct successor to both the Xbox-focused G920, and the PS version, the G29.
A price of £350/$400 might still steep if you're new to the scene, but more often than not, you'll find one of the versions of this wheel for a lot less these days. The reason it's still worth buying is that this decade-old system was futureproofed excellently with Direct Drive and Logi's TRUEFORCE, which offers extremely vivid and detailed feedback.
Despite being more affordable, this is well-built with premium stitching around the leather, looks sleek with your set-up, and is the closest you can get to experience what it's like to actually be behind the wheel of a supercar/F1 car/rally car without spending over $500. If you've got the cash, the G923 is a beautiful bit of kit, and a must-have if you don't already own a similar product.
Read more: Logitech G923 steering wheel & pedals review
The best PS5 steering wheel for beginners
Not everyone’s ready to go full send on sim racing. For starters, the spend ceiling increases exponentially as you add on extra features. We're firm believers that there’s a ‘beginner setup’ for everyone. Thrustmaster’s thinking with the entry-level T128 is to keep costs down above all else, which means you’re sacrificing a lot of the premium features found on most force feedback wheels, but for a reasonable price, you’re getting the experience of racing using wheel and pedal inputs.
In some places, these compromises can feel a bit disappointing. The pedals, for example, are set on a strikingly small plastic base that doesn’t feature any kind of grip. The combination of lightness, narrow gap between the pedals, and the necessity of having to exert a lot of force on the top of them means they slide all over the place and have a tendency to lift up under use.
The wheel itself fares much better in race conditions, however. It’s complete with a console pad-style layout of secondary buttons laid out within easy reach of your thumbs, while the gear shift paddles give a satisfying click when you hit them. It’s lacking a grippy surface around the wheel, but we found using road bike bar tape does the job.
The force feedback here is much lighter than you’d find on a pricier wheel further up Thrustmaster’s range, or on Logi’s G923. But it does give you enough information to keep the car on the black stuff - it’s a taster course in sim racing, at a low price. Since the wheel and pedals are both unusually small, it’s a decent shout for younger and smaller sim racers, too. Anyone with long-term aspirations or higher comfort requirements should invest a little more in sturdier equipment, though.
Read more: Thrustmaster T128 review
Best PS5 steering wheel: FAQs
Is a steering wheel for PS5 worth it?
If you're looking for a higher level of immersion when playing games then a steering wheel is the way to go. Regardless of if you're a hardcore racer or just looking to start off your journey then a steering wheel can still be beneficial. There are many different options for steering wheels, with many budget options if you're not sure.
Which gaming steering wheel is best?
In our opinion, we believe that the Logitech G923 steering wheel & pedals is the best steering wheel full set up for PS4 and PS5. You can find the best budget option for a steering wheel for PS4 is the RWA: Racing Wheel Apex from HORI. Our third best option which is just a well-rounded, solid steering wheel is the Logitech G29 Driving Force Racing Wheel.
What steering wheels are compatible with PS4?
Since the PS4 is getting on a bit, there are plenty of steering wheels that are compatible with it. We'd recommend the Logitech G923, HORI Racing Wheel Apex, or the Thrustmaster T300 to start with. Alternatively, there's the 4. Thrustmaster T150, Fanatec CSL Elite, or the other wheels we detail in our round-up of the best PS4 steering wheels.
If you need something for another platform then check out the best Xbox steering wheels and the best racing wheels for PC.
