Sim racing · head‑to‑head
The Next Level Racing® Free Standing Keyboard and Mouse Stand and the TR ONE V2 Base Kit and Direct Mount serve completely different roles in a sim rig setup. One is a heavy-duty peripheral station designed for universal placement, while the other is a dedicated, ultra-rigid mounting bracket for Fanatec direct drive wheelbases.
The Next Level Racing stand earns praise for its heavy, solid construction that keeps your keyboard stable and minimizes wobble. However, its clumsy articulation can awkwardly block your mouse tray or cause the stand to collide with your wheel rig.
For those mounting a high-torque wheelbase, the Trak Racer TR ONE V2 provides exceptional rigidity with absolutely zero flex. It also frees up valuable legroom, offering excellent knee clearance compared to standard wheel decks.
However, aligning the side mounts symmetrically during installation is a tedious, fiddly process. This frustration is compounded by T-nuts that can fit too loosely in the profile channels.
The Trak Racer mount is built specifically for 580mm width extruded aluminum rigs and Fanatec DD wheelbases. The Next Level Racing stand is fully independent and can be positioned alongside any cockpit on the market.
If you need to mount a Fanatec direct drive unit to a compatible aluminum rig, the TR ONE V2 Base Kit and Direct Mount is a highly rigid, space-saving choice despite its frustrating assembly. Meanwhile, the Next Level Racing® Free Standing Keyboard and Mouse Stand provides a heavy, stable platform for your peripherals, but its clumsy adjustment range and awkward layout make it harder to fully recommend.
| Next Level Racing® Free Standing Keyboard and Mouse Stand | TR ONE V2 Base Kit and Direct Mount for Fanatec Direct Drive Wheelbases | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Next Level Racing | Trak Racer |
| Ecosystem | Next Level Racing | Universal |
| Starting Price | $145.08 (CA$199.99) | $70.96 (A$99.00)Best |
| Type | Keyboard and Mouse Stand | Wheel Mount |
| Connectivity | none | none |
| Compatibility | Universal (compatible with all racing cockpits, wheel stands, and standard keyboards and mice) | Fanatec Podium DD1/DD2, GT DD Pro, CSL DD, ClubSport DD, ClubSport DD+; Trak Racer and other 580mm width extruded aluminium rigs |
| Price trend | Unchanged over 90 days | — |