Is the Thrustmaster T598 the Best Racing Wheel for Gran Turismo Fans?

[@Designer_Opine]

I went up to this from the T300 GT edition. Completely agree with every point of this review. Very happy-my driving has improved ten-fold. I can’t wait for the load cell brake upgrade. Folks have criticized the included sport car rim but once mounted and in game, it’s impressive.

[@ProSimRacing]

Great in-depth analysis as always buddy.

[@TheSimpit]

Much appreciated!

[@tmoshamo]

The red chair!!!! That is a big base. Thank you for the review. Peace✌️

[@ahmedmohmed4346]

Nice to see you again, what are the monitor brands? refresh rates & size?

[@rdeh1678]

Are they going to release just the base unit??? , no wheel or pedals , me and my son's both sim race together and they both have all the thrustmaster gear , and I have all simucube ultimate . I would love to upgrade them from their t300 units

[@timothywest1183]

I have a T300 with the Ferrari 599xx Evo wheel and T-LCM pedals. I’m waiting for the base to be offered by itself and then get an adaptor for my Ferrari wheel. Some reviewer said first quarter of 2025 for base only sales

[@TheSimpit]

As Tim said, they will offer the base on its own in the near future.

[@flaw3dgenius222]

The size of the base is crazy, as only 5, 7 myself would i be even able to see the TV?

[@TheSimpit]

I'm the same height as you and yeah it does obstruct the view a bit, but the built in screen helps a little

[@MIKEDRIFT]

Good review, whats your motion setup? Looks like just the right amount of movement.

[@TheSimpit]

I'm using an early version of the Dbox Mercedes motion platform.

[@JELLYMOTONZ]

TSPC was never a playstation wheel that is a PC/XBOX only wheel set up, i think you must have been meaning the TGT2

[@mataman1]

Which is better that this one.

[@TheSimpit]

Indid mean the TGT II. TM uses too many T in their naming, lol.

[@CDTB_PICA]

​@@TheSimpitdo you think that this wheel base will be good with the tlcm pedals ? Will be better than tgt2 ?

[@TheSimpit]

The TGT2 is a great wheelbase. I wouldn't upgrade unless you want to go to a big DD wheelbase, like the T818 or stronger

[@mataman1]

@@CDTB_PICA T598 it's just too weak, it wouldn't be an update at all.

[@justinchin0]

The definitive review here 👌

[@TheSimpit]

Much appreciated!

[@s.w.warbirds4126]

Just picked up my T 598 any ideal of why it keeps on disconnecting on its own after a lap or two ?

[@TheSimpit]

I would check your PC USB port settings and make sure it is not set to power save mode.

[@s.w.warbirds4126]

@@TheSimpit thank you

[@davidhaslam1056]

Here in the UK the logitech g29 is now £179. This Thrustmaster when back in stock is gonna be £449. So it’s definitely not close in price. It should be a lot better than starter products because it's alot more money 😅

[@rdeh1678]

It's that much in the uk wow , in canada you can find it for around 500 cdn plus all the taxes😢 and the g29 is 385 at normal price and 300 on sale , I would think a wheel that is direct drive and a much bigger eco system in the long run is the better choice but honestly the logitech G pro is a great wheel I would have bought that if it had more add ons , but went with Simucube ultimate instead . But for a child a g29 is a amazing place to start for them .

[@JtotheM]

It is much better than a starter product. It blows the g29 away in all aspects. Power, build, and performance. Worthwhile upgrade

[@rdeh1678]

I love that button box is it custom or can it be purchased

[@TheSimpit]

You can get the box from PXN

[@ginocorniola9088]

what rig are you using?

[@TheSimpit]

I'm using the Next Level FGT 160

[@alexeichikish2221]

I have DD Logi. and when I set it smaller to 7 nm it is loose all the feelings, so I think its maybe good for money but not on pro. level.

[@TheSimpit]

It's very much an entry level DD base. What strength of FFB users want is very subjective. I prefer less FFB, just enough to feel what the car is doing and this wheel does just that.

[@JayKBra]

Does it still turn into a brick if you don’t use the TM pedals?

[@TheSimpit]

You don't need to use TM pedals with this base.

[@JayKBra]

@ hmm… my buddy returned the T598 for this reason. Would be awesome if you could test this. He said without TM pedals connected, base does nothing…

[@icemike7443]

​@@JayKBra im in a wheelchair and cant use the pedals at all and my t598works just fine, u just have to remap the buttons!

[@JayKBra]

So the base is still managing the braking & accel. Curious if you can run the base with pedals from another brand but you’re config is definitely promising. Thanks for the reply.

[@workbirdygaming]

I got it and I love it

[@ckframes]

You mean TGT II for GT right? I don’t think this T598 base is better than the TGTII. TM needs to offer maybe another stronger base by next year for console. At least 8NM

[@voongnz]

Why do people give a shit about feeling little motor steps when the power is off? What am I missing? It's completely gone when the unit is powered on.

[@majorrnjie]

Tgt2 + Tlcm is still TM’s best option on PlayStation! The wheel has been tested on the highest level in GT sports and GT7 The T598 is not a competitive wheel and pedal set! If you already have tgt2, this is not an upgrade!!!

[@nelchan2421]

00:29, please stop this blue intro or use a different color instead.

[@ProSimRacing]

Could probably put his Simpit logo there instead.

[@SIMRIG412]

Just another gimmick and low end trash! Trashmaster really need to make better wheels and make an actual metal qr 🤣

[@w9s992]

I had it and returned it same day 😂 its trash plastic cheap asf even for that price

[@randypittman4994]

They make better wheels for them but they are 300 bucks. I think its one of the best ps5 wheels out there.

[@rdeh1678]

These will be great for those who already have lots of thrustmaster gear . But I am hoping they will just sell it as a base unit as would make a great upgrade for my son's sim set up,s and keep them away from my simucube ultimate .

[@JtotheM]

It also wasn't mentioned it has a 10nm overshoot. Which is very noticeable when it hits

[@PierreStache]

nah,,,, feels too much like a prototype system to me. I love their wheels but i would pay more to get their better stuff. If you can gather 500$ then you can gather 900$ and get a way better system.

[@JtotheM]

Is not a prototype. A ready out the box experience pc,ps5. Its excellent

[@majorrnjie]

Tgt2 + Tlcm is still TM’s best option on PlayStation! The wheel has been tested on the highest level in GT sports and GT7 The T598 is not a competitive wheel and pedal set! If you already have tgt2, this is not an upgrade!!!