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Aluminum Button Color KitvsSimagic P-HPR GT Linear Haptic Pedal Reactor – Lightweight Haptic Feedback Module

The Bottom Line

We are looking at two entirely different upgrade philosophies: one is a premium cosmetic overhaul for your steering wheel, while the other is a budget-friendly tactile telemetry generator for your pedals. Choosing between them depends on whether you want to refine your rig's visual aesthetics or inject real-world physical feedback into your driving.

Watch out

The Simagic P-HPR GT requires a separate official power supply (P-APS) or control box for non-Simagic setups, which causes purchasing confusion due to sparse documentation. Additionally, some users report a dead-zone issue where the motor vibrates stronger at lower settings, requiring manual minimum-force tuning in SimHub.

Why choose Aluminum Button Color Kit

7.0
Overall Score
  • Significantly improves the tactile feel, grip, and overall build quality of your wheel compared to standard plastic caps.
  • Delivers a premium look that allows you to fully customize or "de-orange" your Asetek steering wheel.

Why choose Simagic P-HPR GT

8.5
Overall Score
  • Provides excellent high-frequency telemetry feedback for subtle effects like wheel slip and clutch bite points.
  • Features a highly compact, lightweight design that makes mounting in tight pedal spaces incredibly easy.

The Verdict

If you want to improve the physical feel and look of your steering wheel, the Asetek Aluminum Button Color Kit is a high-quality, albeit expensive, cosmetic upgrade. However, for drivers seeking actual performance-enhancing telemetry feedback, the Simagic P-HPR GT offers incredible functional value at a fraction of the price.

Spec comparison

Aluminum Button Color Kit Simagic P-HPR GT Linear Haptic Pedal Reactor – Lightweight Haptic Feedback Module
Brand Asetek Simagic
Ecosystem Asetek Simagic
Starting Price $89.00 $25.00Best
Price trend Unchanged over 90 days Unchanged over 90 days
Type steering wheel customization kit Haptic Pedal Reactor
Connectivity none Wired (via Simagic pedals or Haptic Control Box)
Compatibility all Asetek SimSports steering wheels Simagic P500, P1000, and P2000 pedals, TB-RS handbrake, and third-party pedals (via Haptic Control Box)

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