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The Next Level Racing F-GT Formula and GT Simulator Cockpit – Matte Black represents an older, budget-oriented design that requires significant patience to assemble and adjust. In contrast, the Next Level Racing F-GT Pro Formula and GT Racing Simulator Cockpit – Grey Edition is a premium, re-engineered successor built to prioritize user comfort and rapid setup.
The original F-GT Matte Black suffers from a tedious assembly process with misaligned bolt holes, and switching seating positions requires partial disassembly. Furthermore, the pedal deck and wheel plate flex under heavy loads, while the minimally padded seat causes discomfort and back pain during long sessions.
The Next Level Racing F-GT Pro Grey Edition completely resolves the pain points of its predecessor. It delivers an exceptionally comfortable seating experience for long sessions in both GT and Formula configurations, paired with an incredibly fast assembly process that often takes under an hour.
While the integrated seat design prevents easy aftermarket swaps, the overall structural rigidity and ease of use make it the vastly superior cockpit. Note that if you use a monitor mount, the original version placed screens too far away, though the manufacturer released a V2 mount to address this issue.
| Next Level Racing F-GT Formula and GT Simulator Cockpit – Matte Black | Next Level Racing F-GT Pro Formula and GT Racing Simulator Cockpit – Grey Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Next Level Racing | Next Level Racing |
| Ecosystem | Universal | Universal |
| Starting Price | $503.89 (CA$699.99)Best | $1,007.78 (CA$1,399.99) |
| Material | carbon steel | Ø50mm carbon steel tube |
| Adjustable | Yes | Yes |
| Foldable | No | No |
| Weight | 45 kg (99.2 lb)Best | 49.5 kg (109.1 lb) |
| Compatibility | Universal (pre-drilled for Thrustmaster, Logitech, Fanatec, and Simxperience Accuforce; supports direct drive) | Universal (compatible with Logitech, Thrustmaster, Fanatec, Moza, Simagic, Simucube, and other major brands) |
| Price trend | Unchanged over 90 days | Unchanged over 30 days |