Top rated Sim rigs
Here's a ranking of the top rated products in this category. To give you a quick overview, we've also added some key information about the products.
1. Playseat Challenge
This seat is very compact, stable, and adjustable. Thanks to its unique foldable design, it takes up little space when not in use. Therefore, you can easily store it, for example, in a closet or under a bed. Ideal for people who have limited space but want a fun, realistic racing experience.
2. Playseat Evolution Alcantara
The Playseat Evolution is used by professional drivers, such as Takuma Sato, for racing simulations and getting to know new tracks. The Evolution racing seat features a silver frame and is covered with high-quality vinyl that has a leather look. It can be used by both children and adults, as it is fully adjustable. Thanks to the patented folding system, it can be stored in a space-saving manner.
It is compatible with PlayStation 2, PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, Xbox, Xbox 360, Xbox One, Wii, Wii U, Mac, and PC. Additionally, it is compatible with all electronic steering wheels and pedal sets available on the market. The white vinyl with a leather look provides an appealing appearance. The seat is used by professional drivers and offers excellent build quality, stability, and comfort. It is easy to store, thanks to the patented folding system.
3. Playseat Evolution
The Playseat Evolution is used by professional drivers like Takuma Sato for racing simulation and getting to know new tracks. The Evolution racing seat features a silver frame and is covered with high-quality vinyl that has a leather look. It can be used by both children and adults, as it is fully adjustable. Thanks to the patented folding system, it can be stored away in a space-saving manner.
4. Playseat Evolution PRO ActiFit
This is the Pro Edition of the popular Playseat Evolution model. The design has been enhanced to provide an even more realistic look and feel. Take a seat and race as fast as you can in the Playseat Evolution Pro. When you race with this Playseat, it feels as if you are in a real race car, thanks to its authentic shape and high-quality ActiFit upholstery. The Playseat Evolution Pro is very comfortable, stable, and highly adjustable to provide the most enjoyable racing experience at home. It can be used by both adults and children, so all your friends and family members can enjoy this seat. Thanks to its unique foldable design, it takes up little space when not in use.
5. Next Level Racing F-GT Lite Cockpit NLR-S015
Next Level Racing is an Australian premium brand for racing and flight simulators with a strong focus on innovation and quality. The target audience for these top-tier simulators includes professional race car drivers, the Australian military, universities with space research programs, and of course, gamers, especially fans of racing games and flight simulators. The ultimate Next Level Racing F-GT cockpit is one of many products that create even more realism and immersion while playing and is a must-have for genre enthusiasts. Video game racers are always seeking the most realistic racing experience and the next thrill on the track. With a real racing cockpit and additional components like steering wheels, pedals, or gear shifters, the virtual racing experience becomes significantly more intense, as it feels like being in a real race car.
6. Playseat Trophy
Designed with input from real racers and e-sports enthusiasts, the Playseat® Trophy is a groundbreaking piece of engineering. Developed from over 20 years of experience and research, the Playseat® Trophy has come to change the game. With this seat, you'll feel and experience the very best racing simulations thanks to the comfortable seating position and robust frame that supports direct drive steering wheels.
7. Next Level Racing Racing F-GT Formula Cockpit NLR-S010
You no longer need an expensive cockpit just for Formula racing, as the Next Level Racing F-GT is suitable for all your racing titles and offers two racing positions. The F-GT puts you in the exact Formula seating position like a real Formula driver, and of course, it also provides the GT position for all your regular races. The design of the Next Level Racing F-GT ensures a rigid and stable cockpit, while also offering many adjustment options so you can position your wheel, pedals, and shifter in an optimal way for you as a driver. The wheel mount is stable enough for professional direct drive wheels, and the rigid construction of the pedal plate ensures a solid racing experience.
Extras such as a shifter mount, seat slider, lumbar support cushion, height-adjustable feet, and the Buttkicker Gamer 2 adapter are also included. You can sit seriously in the driver's seat, as Next Level Racing cockpits are also used by professional drivers.
8. Playseat Challenge X
Take a seat directly in the driver's position and experience the thrill of a race. The Playseat Challenge X - Logitech G Edition is a lightweight, quickly foldable racing seat that offers high comfort, adjustable seating positions, and easy access to the cockpit.
Enjoy the perfect balance between comfort and stability with the 6 seating positions of X-Adapt. Adjust the positions of the pedals and steering wheel to create the sensation of being in a car.
Drive comfortably with the breathable ActiFit material. Its body-hugging design with adjustable stiffness provides excellent support. Stay cool during long races thanks to heat dissipation. Feel every input and enjoy optimal feedback.
9. Next Level Racing GT Lite Foldable Cockpit NLR-S021GR
GT Lite Racing Cockpit Grey
The Next Level Racing GTLite is now available in the elegant colour Carbon Grey and is perfect for sim racers with limited space who need a realistic and stable racing solution. The innovative Next Level Racing hubs offer exceptional rigidity, ensuring a stable and immersive experience even during intense racing sessions. Thanks to the quick set-up and easy folding function, the GTLite can be stowed away effortlessly, making it ideal for space-conscious users. With its carbon grey finish, the GTLite adds functionality and style to any sim racing setup.
10. Playseat Trophy Logitech G Edition
It's finally here - a racing seat that can really fuel or even accelerate your obsession with driving at top speed. Is the Playseat Trophy the real deal? Well, it's been developed with input from the best professional drivers. Almost three decades of effort have gone into its development. It's no surprise that this chair is considered a groundbreaking piece of engineering. Isn't it time you felt you were actually in the game and winning big?
Meet the first product with the patented, extremely stable structure where the seat naturally adapts to your body. The Playseat Trophy is designed to make riders of all ages, shapes, and sizes feel secure. You will feel the force feedback from the steering wheel, and if everything goes to plan, this Trophy will give you thrills for endless seconds, minutes, and hours.
Life is too short. Drive hard. Drive long. And how? You need to put your comfort first. And that's exactly what has been done with the Playseat Trophy. Of course, you need to feel safe and secure, and thanks to the breathable ActiFit cover, you won't overheat either.
Made from steel alloy and space-grade aluminum, the Playseat Trophy with open cockpit offers a racing seat that is as light as technically and humanly possible. It's optimized down to the last detail for direct drive wheelbases, so feel it low. Plus, you can make heel and toe changes with ease.
The Playseat Trophy is fully customizable, so find your perfect position on the track and get ready to get in the mood. To do this, you may need to adjust the seat height, the hardness of the backrest, the feel of the bucket seat, the pedal board, and/or the steering wheel spacing. It's all super easy. Find your perfect racing position in seconds. The clock is ticking. Simple.
