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Choosing between these two upgrades depends entirely on whether you want to customize your existing Asetek wheel's ergonomics or add a high-end, universal telemetry display to your rig. While one is a targeted cosmetic and tactile refinement, the other is a premium, standalone digital dashboard.
The Aluminum Button Color Kit does not include matching aluminum thumb rotaries, which some users feel leaves the wheel customization looking slightly incomplete. Additionally, while the DDU5 setup is generally straightforward, some users encountered minor initial issues like QR codes for manuals leading to 404 pages.
If you already own an Asetek wheel and want to get rid of the plastic feel and orange accents, the Aluminum Button Color Kit is a solid, albeit pricey, tactile upgrade. However, if you want a universal, high-performance telemetry display, the DDU5 Dashboard BavarianSimTec justifies its premium price with outstanding build quality and seamless SimHub integration.
| Aluminum Button Color Kit | DDU5 Dashboard BavarianSimTec | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Asetek | BavarianSimTec |
| Ecosystem | Asetek | Universal |
| Starting Price | $89.00Best | $433.00 |
| Price trend | Unchanged over 90 days | Up 2.6% in 90 days |
| Type | steering wheel customization kit | Digital Dashboard Display |
| Connectivity | none | USB |
| Compatibility | all Asetek SimSports steering wheels | PC |