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The Fanatec ClubSport Pedals V3 Inverted offers a complete three-pedal inverted setup with an integrated load cell brake straight out of the box. In contrast, the Simucube Co-Pedal is a single passive expansion pedal designed strictly to complement an existing Simucube ActivePedal ecosystem.
The Simucube Co-Pedal cannot plug directly into a PC via USB without a separate adapter, as it relies on an RJ25 connection to an ActivePedal. On the Fanatec ClubSport Pedals V3 Inverted, drivers report that the stock brake pedal feels spongy until you install the official Fanatec Brake Performance Kit, and the unit can occasionally suffer from brake flickering that requires deadzone tweaks.
If you need a complete standalone 3-pedal unit with direct USB connectivity and a 90 kg load cell, the Fanatec ClubSport Pedals V3 Inverted remains a solid choice at $449.99 despite its tedious adjustment process. However, if you already run an ActivePedal and want a matching passive throttle or clutch pedal, the Simucube Co-Pedal fills that niche well, especially with its price currently sitting down 8.4% over 90 days at $367.21.
| ClubSport Pedals V3 Inverted | Simucube Co-Pedal | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Fanatec | Simucube |
| Ecosystem | Fanatec | Simucube |
| Starting Price | $449.99 | $367.37 (€329.00)Best |
| Price trend | Unchanged over 90 days | Cheapest retailer changed — see product page |
| Pedals | 3Best | 1 |
| Load Cell Brake | YesBest | No |
| Load Cell Rating | 90 kg (198.4 lb) | — |
| Adjustable | Yes | Yes |
| Construction | aluminium | aerospace aluminum |
| Connectivity | USB, RJ12 | RJ25 to ActivePedal |
| Software | Fanatec Control Panel, FanaLab | Simucube Tuner |
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