Sim racing · head‑to‑head
Comparing the entry-level Thrustmaster 2-Pedal Set against the Simsonn Plus X is a classic battle of bare-minimum pack-in gear versus entry-level enthusiast hardware. While one is a plastic toy designed to get you out of the gate, the other introduces heavy-duty steel and load-cell braking to budget racers.
The Thrustmaster set is plagued by snapping internal springs and failing potentiometers. Meanwhile, the Simsonn Plus X suffers from hit-or-miss quality control, including dead load cells, EMI signal flickering, and a fragile plastic throttle spring mount that can snap.
The Thrustmaster pedals connect via an RJ12 cable directly to a compatible wheel base and rely on the Thrustmaster Control Panel. The Simsonn Plus X connects directly to your PC via USB and is configured using the dedicated Simsonn Manager software.
The Thrustmaster 2-pedal set is a lightweight, mushy plastic stopgap that most users will want to upgrade immediately. If you have $160 to spend, the Simsonn Plus X offers incredible load-cell performance and steel construction, provided you are willing to ground the pedals to fix potential EMI issues.
| 2 PEDAL SET-T150/T80/SPIDER | Simsonn Plus X Racing Simulation Pedal | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Thrustmaster | Simsonn |
| Ecosystem | Thrustmaster | Simsonn |
| Starting Price | $47.99Best | $191.59 |
| Pedals | 2 | 3Best |
| Load Cell Brake | No | YesBest |
| Load Cell Rating | — | 200 kg (440.9 lb) |
| Adjustable | Yes | Yes |
| Construction | plastic | stainless steel |
| Connectivity | RJ12 to base | USB |
| Software | Thrustmaster Control Panel (via wheel base) | SIMSONN Manager |
| Price trend | Unchanged over 90 days | Down 8.3% in 90 days |