Sim racing · head‑to‑head
Choosing between these two packages depends entirely on which part of your cockpit needs an immediate upgrade. The Asetek SimSports La Prima Wheelbase and Forte Formula Steering Wheel Bundle delivers a premium direct-drive steering foundation, while the VNM Simulation Stick Shift Bundle focuses on high-quality footwork and manual gear shifting.
Asetek users sometimes experience intermittent connection drops where the wheel stops communicating with the base or fails to register in the RaceHub software. On the VNM side, switching the shifter between H-pattern and sequential modes is a tedious process requiring tools, and some users report H-pattern sensor issues that require DIY fixes like wrapping internal screws in electrical tape.
The Asetek wheelbase can be upgraded within its own ecosystem if you want to increase performance later. Keep in mind that VNM's pedals do not include a heel or base plate out of the box, and the brake spring stack can squeak under high tension.
If you need to establish a high-end steering foundation, the Asetek bundle provides incredible force feedback detail despite some software quirks. However, if your priority is upgrading your footwork and manual shifting, the VNM bundle offers outstanding machined hardware at a current price of $892.05.
| Asetek SimSports La Prima Wheelbase and Forte Formula Steering Wheel Bundle | VNM Simulation Stick Shift Bundle – 3-Pedal Set & Dual-Mode Shifter | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Asetek | VNM |
| Ecosystem | Asetek | Universal |
| Starting Price | $1,416.00 | $892.05Best |
| Price trend | — | Unchanged over 30 days |
| Includes | La Prima Direct Drive Wheelbase and Forte Formula Steering Wheel | VNM 3-Pedal Set and VNM Dual-Mode Shifter (H-Pattern & Sequential) |
| Base Torque | 12 Nm | — |
| Pedals | 0 | 3Best |
| Load Cell Brake | No | YesBest |