Sim racing · head‑to‑head
The Conspit 290 GP and the Fanatec CSL Steering Wheel Round 1 V2 target completely different tiers of sim racers. While Conspit delivers a premium, screen-equipped formula experience, Fanatec offers a budget-friendly, leather-wrapped entry point into its ecosystem.
The CSL Steering Wheel Round 1 V2 suffers from a flexing, creaking plastic hub under high force feedback and mushy stock shifters. Meanwhile, the Conspit 290 GP has reported power and connection malfunctions on certain wheelbases like the Simagic Alpha Ultimate, and its upper paddles can be awkward to reach.
The Conspit 290 GP is currently priced at $649.46 at Full Push CA, and its pricing has remained completely unchanged over the last 90 days. Price history for the Fanatec wheel is currently insufficient to establish a trend.
If you have the budget and want a premium formula experience with an integrated screen, the Conspit 290 GP is the superior performer despite its minor paddle and connection quirks. However, if you are already locked into the Fanatec ecosystem and need a low-cost, leather-wrapped wheel for light cars, the CSL Steering Wheel Round 1 V2 serves as a decent starting point if you can tolerate some hub flex.
| Conspit 290 GP | CSL Steering Wheel Round 1 V2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Conspit | Fanatec |
| Ecosystem | Conspit | Fanatec |
| Starting Price | $648.05 (CA$899.99) | $439.97Best |
| Price trend | Unchanged over 90 days | — |
| Diameter | 290 mmBest | 270 mm |
| Rim Material | TPU | leather |
| Buttons | 12 | 13Best |
| Display | Yes | Yes |
| Magnetic Shifters | Yes | Yes |
| Quick Release | 50mm / 70mm PCD | 70mm PCD |