Sim racing · head‑to‑head
Active pedal technology has finally hit the mainstream, pitting the highly disruptive, budget-friendly MOZA mBooster Active Pedal against the premium, industry-standard Simucube ActivePedal Pro. While both eliminate traditional physical elastomers, they target vastly different budgets and cockpit setups.
The MOZA mBooster suffers from a persistent, faint hissing fan noise when idle, and its buggy auto-sleep firmware often forces you to physically unplug the unit. Additionally, its tricky mounting process requires proprietary bolt patterns and often an extra extension plate, while the shallow 32mm maximum travel can feel too restrictive for some drivers.
The Simucube ActivePedal Pro demands a massive financial investment and an exceptionally rigid cockpit to handle its heavy, long footprint. Drivers should also note a slight graininess at lighter forces and a lower maximum force ceiling of 110 kg compared to its Ultimate sibling.
If you want the absolute pinnacle of telemetry feedback and infinite adjustability, the Simucube ActivePedal Pro remains the gold standard despite its premium price tag. However, if you want to experience active pedal technology without destroying your budget, the MOZA mBooster Active Pedal offers incredible value despite its minor software and mounting quirks.
| MOZA mBooster Active Pedal | Simucube ActivePedal Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | MOZA | Simucube |
| Ecosystem | MOZA | Simucube |
| Starting Price | $576.04 (CA$799.99)Best | $1,352.99 (CA$1,879.00) |
| Pedals | 1 | 1 |
| Load Cell Brake | Yes | Yes |
| Load Cell Rating | 200 kg (440.9 lb) | 200 kg (440.9 lb) |
| Adjustable | Yes | Yes |
| Construction | aluminum alloy | aluminum and steel |
| Connectivity | USB, RJ45 | Ethernet RJ45 to Simucube Link Hub |
| Software | MOZA Pit House | Simucube Tuner |
| Price trend | Cheapest retailer changed — see product page | Cheapest retailer changed — see product page |