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The Sim-Lab GT1 Evo is a legendary budget workhorse that offers incredible structural rigidity for its price. Meanwhile, the Sim-Lab GT1 Pro targets racers willing to pay a premium for a modern, hassle-free assembly and higher torque capacity.
The GT1 Evo features 1x1 corner brackets that are prone to cracking if over-tightened or subjected to heavy body weight. Furthermore, its pedal plate sits quite high, and the wheel deck can slip under heavy load unless you upgrade to an official Sim-Lab direct drive bracket.
The GT1 Pro features slanted uprights that look sleek but make mounting third-party accessories like button boxes and dashboards much more difficult.
If you want maximum rigidity for the lowest price and do not mind a tedious build process, the GT1 Evo is an outstanding choice. However, if you run a high-torque wheelbase and want a painless assembly, the GT1 Pro is worth the extra investment despite its accessory-mounting limitations.
| GT1 Evo Sim Racing Cockpit | GT1 Pro Sim Racing Cockpit | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Sim-Lab | Sim-Lab |
| Ecosystem | Universal | Universal |
| Starting Price | $449.00Best | $753.30 (€649.00) |
| Material | 40x80 mm extruded aluminum profile | 80x40 and 40x40 aluminium profiles |
| Adjustable | Yes | Yes |
| Foldable | No | No |
| Weight | 25 kg (55.1 lb) | — |
| Compatibility | Universal (compatible with major brands including Fanatec, Logitech, Thrustmaster, Moza, Simagic, Asetek, and Simucube) | Universal (pre-drilled for Fanatec, Thrustmaster, Logitech, Moza, Asetek, Simagic, Simucube, VRS) |
| Price trend | Unchanged over 90 days | — |