Thrustmaster 599XX EVO vs TM 28 GT Wheel Comparison Review

[@ALLRNDCRICKETER]

Would love a comparison between the 599xx and the new Sparco R383 Rally Wheel

[@fone5003]

I think: Get the TX leather edition as it comes with the TX 28 AND T3PA pedals, then get the 599XX EVO Alcantara rim

[@kamilxhuehue664]

I think: Get the T300 alcantara edition lol

[@limit4443]

@@kamilxhuehue664 depends on console

[@kamilxhuehue664]

Ye but if you are playing on PC then it doesn't really matter

[@AJMAK94]

@@kamilxhuehue664 Thinking of buying this set for PC, is there a difference between the TX Servo base and the T300 Servo base?

[@kamilxhuehue664]

@@AJMAK94 Nope, its The same base but for different console. You know you cloud ask on google and you would get an answer after 5 sec?

[@jlife1259]

Solid review, the 599xx rim does feel incredible, even after release date. Tangled with a good base and pedels, can't go wrong there~ Thanks for the review 👍

[@johnegan6608]

I had the GTE rim on my T300 for a couple of years until i got the 599 Evo rim on a deal for just over £100 which was crazy low. Amazing rim. Feels awesome given the bugger size. Love it. Also, i’d advise to use gloves to prolong the alcantara. I do, and it is literally as good as new after about 8 months of use. 👍🏻

[@John-Wack_DK]

I have the 599 and have had it for a Looong time! Im just tired of the Alcantara, and it really sucks they dont sell A 30 Wheel with leather

[@Zeromobius19]

Thanks for the update on it's durability and wear. I just brought this rim for my GTG2 and was worried about it wearing because I sweat a lot. Thanks for adding that infor at the end. I still went and brought gloves.

[@Rick-f5t]

I have the stock 458 Italia rim. I was debating on these two rims. Thanks for the clarification!

[@tulenik71]

My only problem with 599 is when the PC game references buttons as A/B/X/Y etc. I don't have TM 28 GT but it seems those buttons are color coded on the top. Not only 599 doesn't have them color coded but I found they are quite chaotically placed.

[@EddoWagt]

You gotta clean your Alcantara rim! It'll be much more enjoyable to use

[@schnitzelmopi]

Your review sold me! Found it on Walmart.com for $135 and free 2-day shipping. Stoked!

[@user-du3ui6ku3n]

But it would lose the force feedback on 599XX, because with larger steering wheels you can also steer more easily with less force

[@tan143danh]

Your verbal skills are excellent , great presentation.. However you really need to re position that microphone

[@KayoMichiels]

Both are great rims, however. I have the GTE rim and the GT rim and i use both for very specific uses: GTE is good for GT and heavy race cars because it's heavier, whereas the GT is good for F1 and rallying because it is lighter.

[@blownfuse2131]

appreciate the video good sir. I also agree that the 599 is the better deal. but i will say to the people. i've owned the wheel for 2 years now. and even at 1 year. My alcantara has been severely flattened out where i hold the wheel. I don't know how much racing we do comparatively. but i think it rather depends on how much the person perspires through their hands while racing. if its even a slight bit, i recommend wearing gloves. I've since started after about 8 months in to owning the wheel. wish i would have started earlier. and gloves can make your wheel feel one tier higher than it really is. alcantara or not. give it a shot.

[@cind222]

Bought some mechanix gloves together with my alcantara wheel. It's sooo good. After that I tried it without gloves and it felt very off and kind of worse grip then with gloves.

[@ItsHuntex]

@@cind222 I’d say for alcantara use gloves until the alcantara is worn in so it doesn’t leave marks on your hands

[@WOES888]

great review!

[@Goryglory0209]

Another Great Video.. I am thinking to pick the Alcantara one...I have the T300 GT though..

[@Grimmspeed715]

I just got the tx with the leather wheel yesterday. The yellow stripe on the 12 oclock position already peeled off lol

[@Steve30x]

I have that original TX wheel rim. Not only are the buttons badly positioned but the rubber starts to rub off when your hands get hot. The only pro for the 458 rim is its very light.

[@franjo345]

I hate using the alcantara wheel for euro truck. I'd love to get a 30cm leather tm wheel solely for trucking. Maybe I have to look for a hub to use a real wheel

[@TheEvilPadawan]

Perfect video! 599 it is! Looking forward to a bigger wheel. I also hate the 458 wheel.

[@petrhlavac9529]

I race mostly vintage open wheel cars, F1 and Indycar from 60s - 80s. I'm thinking about jumping into the Thrustmaster ecosystem and I guess the 28 wheel is perfect for my purposes.

[@RubberStig]

Great comparison video! I have the T500RS which has the paddles attached to the base and not the wheel rim, which is a bit of a head scratcher. Will probably order the 599 wheel after Christmas in the sales - it's about $279AU cheapest I have seen.

[@rheon6699]

Damn that thing is nearly as old as me😂😂😂

[@flyingdutchman80]

Wow. I've owned my 599xx since release date, have never used gloves and you can clearly see wear marks where my hands have been.

[@chazzftw9313]

just ordered a 599 rim for £150 and can’t wait

[@vladmares8128]

Nice review! I tried both, but unfortunately sent each back after a week. I run the T300 with the GTE rim, and wanted an upgrade....I didn't really liked the feel of the leather one, and the alcantara wore off after a couple of days and was a little too large for running single-seaters. So It's a thing of taste, I like the "rubber" GTE rim best, better than both upgrades :-) But I would pick either one over the "plastic toy Ferrari wheel" EDIT: Oh, and why the flat bottom on the steering wheel? Another thing to get around when turning (like modern Audis and Aston martin with the square steering wheel....what's up with that :-)))) )

[@krazeytrucker]

Vlad Mares It's a D shaped wheel like you see in many GT race cars. Not good for drifting. Gives more leg clearance. Race car drivers rarely move their hands from the 9 and 3 positions. That's why you're seeing a lot more butterfly wheels in GT cars now like the one on the TS-PC Racer. You say you're using the rubber GTE wheel? Is that the Ferrari one? If so, curious why you switched to it from the stock T300 wheel cause they're the same wheel.

[@hubbearing4120]

One thing you did not cover. The 599 wheel has a flat spot on the bottom, where as the leather wrapped one is completely round. With drifting, a completely round wheel is best.

[@Windrichting69]

I got the 599 wheel and I like drifting with it because of the flat bottom it gives you a part to grab and hold mid-drift.

[@SpatialDragon]

A better wheel is the Sparco 383, 33 cm/13" wheel is suede and suede lasts and wears better, plus it is a real wheel size. Downside, suede does bleed for about a month or two... So wear some cheap gloves for a couple of months.

[@DanDiMaggio]

Yeah I have considered picking up that wheel as well. But honestly, since I picked up the TS-PC, I have been using the GT/Formula style rim that came with it mostly. I'm actually fairly surprised I like it so much. I've never really used gloves when sim racing up until recently. I never even used them the whole 2 years i was using the 599. Never had any issues. But the new rim's handles seem like they will wear out quickly so I have since started using a pair. Still feels unusual to me but I'm getting used to it.

[@krazeytrucker]

Got them both as well. Tend to use the 599 rim when not using the GT rim on TS-PC Racer. When I had the TX wheel I threw out the 458 rim. Just plastic junk.

[@adamalward3450]

wonder why they went with a smaller wheel with the leather edition...

[@OhItsThat]

November 2016 I bought one of those Ferrari wheels brand new and it had one annoying issues. The flex between the rim and the button box made tons of creaking cracking noise. I found other people in the comments on videos regarding this wheel had the same problem. We contacted Thrustmaster and they basically told me to F**ck off. Had me send a video of the noise then say all do that...huh? Really? If that’s the case then they have some shitty QC. It was so annoying and loud at the time as I couldn’t use headphones when driving. I was so disgusted with Thrustmaster I couldn’t support their products anymore. So bought myself a Fanatec CSW V2, BMW M3 GT2 wheel, F1 Carbon wheel, CSW V3 pedals and the SQ shifter. Slapped some DSD button boxes on the sides of the V2 and a SRH G-Force display with Z1.... What an upgrade that is from the T500 and Thrustmaster ecosystem. But that’s how angry I was over it. I had bought the T500 and the TH shifter two months before and was pretty satisfied with it for my entry into sim racing. But if you can’t stand by your products and support your customers...I don’t want anything to do with you.

[@bernie8715]

Tighten the screws on the backside

[@xenos6759]

I’m in a pickle, I have a tmx pro, my hands have gotten bigger since I bought the tmx. ( 8 months ago ) never considered this would happen. The problem is I have to sell my tmx and buy another wheel. I can buy the 599 with the pedals or buy the tm leather then buy the 599, although that would be too expensive

[@Mikey6048]

Just got the Alcantara ordered, like new on Amazon Prime for 161$. I'm super excited.

[@DanDiMaggio]

Mikey6048 congrats! You will love it!

[@Mikey6048]

Dan's Racing & Simulations I'm actually new Sim Racing. I ordered everything the other day. And it'll be here soon. I'm starting off using my VIVE in Project Cars 2. Using a controller was incredible. I can't wait to get my PC Racer base/wheel, and T3PA Pros setup to use in VR.

[@mystjutsu5861]

Ive used the 599 evo for two years. I just got the spraco R383 wheel. But the 599 is still a great wheel

[@vasilioO]

+mystjutsu Any feedback 8 month later ? Do you think the R383 is superior ?

[@rickadriaanslaan6314]

Nice! I am thinking of buying a TX Leather edition...

[@smartass23t]

Thats the one I bought cause it was on sale as a complete kit. couldn't pass it up for the price.

[@rymdskrotet]

Are you happy with it? @@smartass23t

[@taxi615]

Would you still recommend the 599 for rally driving over the GT? I would think the leather would flow much better in you hands. About to order 1 or the other or maybe both.

[@MaxFluff]

mine main button got loose after 2 weeks of ownership, is this normal?

[@WeLmSoN]

Guys, i just bought new t300 ferarri integral, i think its new revision, because it has PS5/PC switch (not ps4/ps3) and dont have t300 logo on front of the base. My question is: my ferarri 599 wheel width is 28.5-29.6cm max at some places, its not 30cm 0_0, is it something to do with newer wheels? I didnt find anyone measuring wheel on internet.

[@alexvarzak632]

what is your opinion on the tx base vs the t300 base?

[@inthere2it]

@Hugoj Sim racing actually the TX has 900 degrees of rotation and the T300 has 1080 degrees of rotation.

[@gorilla8882]

Thnx mate you helped me a lot with this video

[@dylanzrim1011]

Don’t you want a smaller wheel for higher FFB feel?

[@niclmaoo]

Got both my base and wheel for 200$ eBay is the best place for these things always check seller rating and you’ll be fine

[@jasonboisclair5682]

Leather holds up better love the style of the 599 way better I have both of them also

[@papasmurf_hero8213]

for someone starting out what setup do you suggest. I am thinking around 300 or so but I would like the wheel and the pedals. Ideas. Not top of the line but something you arent saying this sucks in a year or so. thanks

[@DanDiMaggio]

papasmurf_hero there are plenty of options but first thing we will have to know is: will you be racing on PC, Xbox or Ps4? Certain wheels are only compatible with each console. There will be more options if you are on pc.

[@papasmurf_hero8213]

xbox one and maybe pc. I am an old guy trying to get into racing.

[@DanDiMaggio]

papasmurf_hero OK so with Xbox compatability and around that price range you will be looking at something like the thrustmaster TX. It is a good entry-mid level base that you should be very happy with. There is a bundle available that goes for 300-400 and comes with the TX wheel base, the leather rim from this video and the t3pa pedals (3 piece). It's a pretty good bundle. It is currently out of stock on amazon due to black Friday but should be back in stock soon. Fanatec also makes a similar wheel but the range starts around $600. I personally have used a TX wheel since I started sim racing and have always been very pleased with it. But it's worth getting the bundle above because the pedals and rim the standard TX come with are not that great. Happy racing!

[@kdo3582]

Should i buy the Sparco wheel or the 599 for my tx?

[@DanDiMaggio]

I would say if you want a flat bottom wheel go 599. If you want a completely round wheel go with the Sparco wheel.

[@kdo3582]

Dan DiMaggio thank you so much for you reaction! I think i am going for the sparco rim, mostly because i dont want the alcantara to wear after 2 months. ( my english is not the best, sorry. Greetings from Holland! )

[@randallpatrickc]

Good job - how do you get on with twist not button? Are they reconfigurable? PS4 uses twist for pause... bit difficult to operate quickly when retrying

[@DanDiMaggio]

randallpatrickc I haven't really been too crazy about them on any of the rims. Personally I think a standard button/buttons would have made much more sense but I understand they did it because they are supposed to be direct replicas. They can be mapped to anything. Technically it is one button and two axis. Twist in either direction and there is also a solid click when you press it like a standard button. Only sim I use it on is American Truck Simulator. The click is to engage cruise control and I twist it to speed myself up or down.

[@MahipalYadavmahii]

Can you please confirm if they are. compatible with ts-xw wheel base?

[@DanDiMaggio]

Yes they both are compatible with ts-pc, ts-xw, t300, TX etc. Any wheel with a removable rim in the thrustmaster ecosystem.

[@neptuned4746]

"599 Evo Should be a $50-60 difference in price" Plz..don't give them any ideas lol We already pay a lot of $$$ for their terrible QC. BTW bud i mean this as light hearted as possible and your videos are really great. One thing that's hard to find with sim equipment is someone who's unbiased and honest about the s stuff we buy and use, and I really respect your honesty. An even better wheel I found is the sparco "338 and or 388?" Ugh.. the rally wheel. I didn't think I would like the TX stock wheel period so I got the T300 RS-GT and thought the stock wheel was better yes but I would quickly want to change over to the EVO 599,but actually the stock T300 wheel "Though looks small" feels very good and you don't even notice the size once your in the heat of racing. Now I only weight 120lbs and I'm 30 so I'm a fairly a small guy so it's possible that's why the 11" size doesn't bother me, but here's my breakdown so far.. -EVO 599 (13"): Good for someone who has larger hands and doesn't mind the "lesser button layout" -GT Leather (11"): Just get a Stock T300 wheel trust me.. it's the same size and pretty much the same feel, not to mention you have a lot more buttons you can program. (Can be found used for $60 or less) -Sparco 388? Rally Wheel: Is the best of both worlds. The equivalent to the T300 wheels # of buttons and has the 13" diameter of the EVO buuuuttt!! Comes with an average $200-230 price tag, but I have found for around $180 at times on ebay. Summary.. -T300: Good amount of buttons, but small diameter + Cheap ($60 Used) -EVO 599: 13" Diameter but less programmable buttons ($180 New) -Sparco Rally Wheel: Good amount of buttons, 13" Diameter but premium price ($200-230 New) Hope this helps guys. Take care

[@K.A-87]

I can choose between this 2 please tell me im starting with sim racing wich one will o choose??

[@SirBala]

well thanks for making my mind up good job dan

[@GizziMoD]

that was a top review!

[@guillaumelainey8866]

Is your pc good for vr? I almost have the same specs and would like to get into vr sim racing in the future.

[@DanDiMaggio]

Guillaume Lainey Yes I use my pc for VR and it works perfectly!

[@MegaGiorgio666]

*Excellent force feed back!✠>**share4.photo/TGTRacingWheel?ハ ** The motor hums a little bit while you drive so when it's connected to a racing seat you feel the vibration in the seat of your pants and the pedals. The custom control knobs make it simple to use the multi function display while driving on track in GT Sport. You have to switch from GT mode to OTHER if you want to play other ps4 titles which requires you to restart the PlayStation as far as I can tell there's not an easier way. Wheel setup is tricky on F1 2017 as it doesn't recognise the T-GT. Instead you have to make a profile as a T500 and edit the configuration. I haven't yet been able to make this wheel perform on F1 as well as my old G29 does. Tried Dirt Rally and its great. Later I'll try Dirt 4 and Project Cars*

[@rymdskrotet]

I just wish I could get the TX wheel base + The 3TPA pedals + the 599XX EVO wheel as a bundle (or at least for an ok price). I can go and buy the TX Bundle with the TM 28 GT, the base and the pedals, sell the wheel and get the 599 wheel instead, but that seems a bit...well. Or should I just go with the TX Leather kit (inkl the 3TPA). It looks tiny! Oh, and is the Bundle with the TX kit ONLY avaliable in "leather" these days, and is that the material you want?

[@DanDiMaggio]

It has been some time since I looked at thrustmasters pricing and bundles but I know in the past sometimes the items they bundle together don't make much sense. I think you would be happy with either rim but the 599 is surely the better wheel. Also if you can find a way to skip the pedals that come with the TX you will want to because they are not very good. Both t3pa and t3pa pros are much better.

[@SIMRIG412]

559 wheel, tx servo base and t3pa pro pedal the all metal set was $545 on amazon i just ordered it. I have the logitech g920 now so i bought the trustmaster to see which on i like better. Being i still have 1 month to return the g920 and a month on the thrustmaster. Got my 599 wheel today its so beautiful my t3pa pro pedals come tomorrow and my tx servo base comes Saturday

[@JDubsPub]

I have the Alcantara rim as well and it is really good. The material they use for the wheel itself keeps my grubby paws from sweating when in a long race. I am thinking about getting an F1 style wheel. Would you recommend any?

[@DanDiMaggio]

J Dub I have heard the standard TM formula wheel is great but I haven't had my hands on it yet.

[@urmomscivic6292]

The F1 rim is amazing and lots of fun I would recommend it for any single seat racing as well as all of ye F1 games

[@gabrielmendonca3225]

Just a question: How do you find the paddles of the 599XX EVO rim?

[@26DV]

WDYM they come when you buy the wheel

[@MexicanPoro]

well, in the end, its all personal preference, I prefer the smaller wheels.

[@DanDiMaggio]

Ultrawide Channel agreed!

[@rymdskrotet]

Tell us more, please. Why is the smaller wheel better? =) @@DanDiMaggio

[@SN13K3R]

rymdskrotet for open wheel racing I actually also prefer a 28 cm rim over a 30cm to be a little more direct and make quick corrections

[@deebocj]

Rim size is closer to a real car.

[@al-baghdadi7854]

I need the alcantaras i dont like my leathers they are too small

[@rriosmatias]

Purchased my Alcantara for $135 on Amazon

[@gurshantdhindsa814]

Isn’t that denisdailys old house

[@rageassist1959]

2:00 (knock knock knock, "this is a toy" tosses in the corner) lmfao that was great, i needed that

[@mrk3077]

How much steering angle does the 599XX Evo have?

[@tulenik71]

Depends on base, it is not a matter of wheel.

[@tmoshamo]

good comparison video dan, but you didnt answer the one thing i really wanted to know....coke or pepsi😎 later man.

[@DanDiMaggio]

tom jones that will be my next video just for you! Spoiler alert, it's Pepsi and only in the can for me!

[@wboeren1]

But at 83 euro's the tm 28 gt is the better deal right now..

[@TheClitcommander79]

The 599xx evo is always going to atract PUSSY cat hair lol

[@p3eqo75]

What is better though t300 wheel base or tx

[@DanDiMaggio]

They both are pretty much the same. If you plan to use it with Xbox go with TX. If not go with T300. Just compatibility differences. Same hardware inside.

[@drbass9677]

@@DanDiMaggio t300 has a higher rotation 1080 vs 900

[@mandyvanhaaren8842]

tired of waiting i ordered one :)

[@matteocono6864]

uhh i hope u have it now ._.

[@broken1965]

Asian small African big lol

[@nox3dsimracing]

look the torque handler for the thrustmaster rims : www.ebay.fr/itm/153986336305

[@rosswilkinson545]

Ferrari is only more expensive coz it’s licensed by Ferrari otherwise it would be the same price

[@Potmonkey00]

Load of crap 💩