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The Bottom Line

These two accessories target completely different areas of your sim rig, pitting aesthetic steering wheel personalization against practical cockpit utility. While one refines the hands-on feel of your steering wheel, the other expands your rig's physical footprint to keep your peripherals within arm's reach.

Note

The Asetek kit currently sits at $89.00, showing an unchanged trend over 90 days. Meanwhile, the Next Level Racing tray demands a higher entry price of $118.99, though its price history is too short to judge a trend.

Why choose Aluminum Button Color Kit

7.0
Value Rating
  • It replaces standard plastic caps with premium aluminum, significantly improving tactile feel and grip.
  • It allows you to customize and "de-orange" your Asetek steering wheel for a high-end look.

Why choose Next Level Racing Elite Keyboard and Mouse Tray

7.5
Value Rating
  • It offers a highly adjustable, sturdy anodized aluminum build that fits standard profile rigs.
  • It provides extensive swivel, tilt, and rotation angles to position your inputs exactly where you need them.

The Verdict

If you already own an Asetek wheel and want to eliminate the default orange accents while upgrading tactile feedback, the Aluminum Button Color Kit delivers a premium feel despite its high $89.00 price tag. However, if you need actual rig utility, the Next Level Racing Elite Keyboard and Mouse Tray is the better functional investment, even with its cramped mouse tray and awkward adjustment joints.

Spec comparison

Brand
Ecosystem
Starting Price $89.00 $118.99
Price trend Unchanged over 90 days
Type Steering Wheel Customization Kit Keyboard and Mouse Tray
Connectivity None None
Compatibility All Asetek SimSports steering wheels Next Level Racing Elite series cockpits (including F-GT Elite and GT Elite) and standard aluminum profile rigs

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