Sim racing · head‑to‑head
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.
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.
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.
| 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) |