Sim racing · head‑to‑head
Choosing between these two sets comes down to whether you prioritize a highly customizable, budget-friendly stainless steel build or a premium, heavy-duty CNC-machined aluminum powerhouse. While one focuses on incredible out-of-the-box brake feel and haptic potential, the other targets ultra-smooth mechanical actuation and raw load cell capacity.
The SP Pro Pedal can suffer from USB disconnections, especially when haptic motors are installed, which requires routing the included grounding wire. Meanwhile, the VNM 3-Pedal Set has a default white elastomer that is prone to deforming, and its bulky footprint can make mounting on standard decks difficult without a dedicated baseplate.
To resolve the soft default elastomer on the VNM 3-Pedal Set, VNM offers an official first-party brake upgrade kit that significantly improves the pedal stiffness and longevity.
If you want a highly customizable brake feel right out of the box without spending extra on upgrades, the SP Pro Pedal is an outstanding, highly adjustable choice. However, if you crave a premium CNC-machined aluminum build with a heavy-duty 200 kg load cell and ultra-smooth ball-bearing travel, the VNM 3-Pedal Set is the superior hardware foundation, provided you budget for its official brake upgrade kit.
| SP Pro Pedal – 3 Pedal Set mit Damper | VNM 3-Pedal Set – Professional Load Cell Racing Simulator Pedals | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Protosimtech | VNM |
| Ecosystem | Unknown | Unknown |
| Starting Price | $329.70 (€284.05)Best | $650.00 |
| Pedals | 3 | 3 |
| Load Cell Brake | Yes | Yes |
| Load Cell Rating | 100 kg (220.5 lb) | 200 kg (440.9 lb)Best |
| Adjustable | Yes | Yes |
| Construction | stainless steel | aluminium |
| Connectivity | USB, RJ12 to Fanatec base | USB |
| Software | SimConnect Manager | VNM Configuration App |
| Price trend | Unchanged over 90 days | Up 44.4% in 90 days |