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Aluminum Button Color KitvsSim-Lab Shifter and Handbrake Mounting Bracket

The Bottom Line

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.

Watch out

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.

Note

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.

Why choose Aluminum Button Color Kit

7.0
Value Rating
  • Significantly improves the tactile feel, grip, and overall build quality of your Asetek steering wheel compared to standard plastic caps.
  • Highly praised for its premium look, allowing users to completely "de-orange" their wheel rims.

Why choose Sim-Lab Shifter and Handbrake Mounting Bracket

8.0
Value Rating
  • Built from heavy-duty steel, providing an incredibly sturdy and flex-free mounting platform for your shifters and handbrakes.
  • Offers wide compatibility with major brands like Fanatec, Thrustmaster, Logitech, and Simagic on 40 mm aluminum profile cockpits.

The Verdict

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.

Spec comparison

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

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