CONCLUSION

   The last racing wheel I’ve used prior to getting the T248 by Thrustmaster was the previous generation of Logitech’s very popular G29 model which excelled at everything really, at least for when it was released well over a decade ago. I’ve yet to test the new generation G29 wheel (will do my best to get one to the lab) so I can’t really compare that to the T248 but when it comes to the first generation the T248 is clearly better both in terms of accuracy/responsiveness and force feedback (it’s also more compact). The lack of a gear shifter although expected and understandable is not something I really liked, I do drive for real with one after all. Still the fact that Thrustmaster does offer both the very realistic TH8A shifter and TSS handbrake addons is a plus for anyone looking to further enrich their overall experience.

   As I type these lines the T248 Racing Wheel by Thrustmaster sells for USD391.99 inside the USA (Amazon.com) and for just 269.99 inside the EU (Amazon.de) a price which is quite balanced, at least on this side of the Atlantic. Overall, I really can’t think of anything bad to say about the T248, build quality is very good, accuracy/responsiveness is excellent (at least in games that really support it), force feedback works very well (as do the pedals) and as for the LCD screen and available buttons well I don’t think anyone could had asked for more. Yes, the T248 may not be quite perfect but it does deliver on everything i was hoping it would and for that it deserves the Golden Award.

PROS

- Build Quality
- Force Feedback
- Responsiveness
- Game Compatibility
- Compact Size
- Shifter & Handbrake Addons Available
- LCD Screen
- 25 Buttons

CONS

- Price (USA)