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We are comparing two entirely different upgrades: a premium cosmetic enhancement for Asetek wheel owners versus a highly functional, heavy-duty mounting solution for cockpit builders. One targets high-end visual personalization, while the other solves a structural mounting need for your peripherals.
The Sim-Lab bracket has some real-world layout issues, as mounting both a shifter and handbrake simultaneously can be difficult, especially with unsupported brands. Additionally, buyers should watch out for shape confusion, as a rounded version is sold at Micro Center while a square version is sold directly on Sim-Lab's website.
The Asetek kit is a premium aesthetic upgrade but does not include matching aluminum thumb rotaries. VR users should also consider if a purely visual upgrade is worth the investment.
If you own an Asetek wheel and want to replace cheap-feeling plastic caps with premium metal, the Color Kit delivers excellent tactile feedback, though its $89.00 price tag (unchanged over 90 days) is a steep investment. However, for drivers building out their rig, the Sim-Lab bracket offers essential, rock-solid utility for just $29.99, even if its long-term price trend remains unknown.
| Aluminum Button Color Kit | Sim-Lab Shifter and Handbrake Mounting Bracket | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Asetek | Sim-Lab |
| Ecosystem | Asetek | Universal |
| Starting Price | $89.00 | $29.99Best |
| Price trend | Unchanged over 90 days | — |
| Type | steering wheel customization kit | Shifter and handbrake mounting bracket |
| Connectivity | none | none |
| Compatibility | all Asetek SimSports steering wheels | 40 mm aluminum profile cockpits; compatible with Sim-Lab XB1 Handbrake, DSD Sequential Pro, Fanatec CS Shifter SQ, Fanatec Handbrake, Heusinkveld Handbrake (Pre-2022), Logitech G27/29, Thrustmaster TH8/TSS, MOZA HGP Shifter, and Simagic DS-8X |