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Aluminum Button Color KitvsSimucube 3 Adapter 50.8mm to 70mm

The Bottom Line

We are comparing two premium ecosystem accessories that serve entirely different purposes. Asetek's Aluminum Button Color Kit focuses on cosmetic and tactile personalization, while Simucube's Simucube 3 Adapter 50.8mm to 70mm solves critical mechanical clearance and connectivity issues.

Note

Both of these accessories are locked to their respective ecosystems. You must own Asetek SimSports steering wheels for the button kit, or a Simucube 3 setup for the adapter.

Why choose Aluminum Button Color Kit

6.5
Value Rating
  • It significantly improves the tactile feel, grip, and overall build quality of your wheel compared to standard plastic caps.
  • It allows you to customize or "de-orange" your Asetek steering wheel for a highly premium look.

Why choose Simucube 3 Adapter 50.8mm to 70mm

7.5
Value Rating
  • It adds 30 mm of clearance to prevent your fingers and hands from hitting shifter paddles or adjustment levers.
  • The hollow-core design fully supports wireless power and data pass-through for Simucube Link compatible wheels.

The Verdict

If you want to upgrade the physical touchpoints of your Asetek wheel, the Aluminum Button Color Kit delivers a premium feel but is hard to justify for VR users at $89.00. For Simucube drivers, the Simucube 3 Adapter 50.8mm to 70mm is a highly functional, zero-flex mechanical necessity that justifies its $69.99 price through clearance and wireless pass-through.

Spec comparison

Aluminum Button Color Kit Simucube 3 Adapter 50.8mm to 70mm
Brand Asetek Simucube
Ecosystem Asetek Simucube
Starting Price $89.00 $69.99Best
Price trend Unchanged over 90 days
Type steering wheel customization kit quick release adapter
Connectivity none none
Compatibility all Asetek SimSports steering wheels Simucube 3, Simucube Link Quick Release, steering wheels with a 50.8 mm mounting pattern

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