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Thrustmaster T598 (PlayStation / PC) vs MOZA Racing MOZA R3 Racing Wheel and Pedals for Xbox & PC
Which should you buy? Our verdict on both, pulled from our full Racing Wheels: Which to Buy and Which to Skip comparison.
The T598 gives PlayStation and PC racers direct drive, a removable rim and metal pedals in one box with the most usable stock torque of the bundles here. The MOZA R3 brings direct drive and pedals to Xbox and PC for less, with a smaller 3.9 Nm motor.
Thrustmaster T598 (PlayStation / PC)
Buy itA direct drive wheel, rim and metal pedals in one box for PS5, PS4 and PC, with 5 Nm of constant torque and boosted peaks.
- Thrustmaster states 5 Nm of constant torque with a +100% overshoot capability for short, boosted effects, plus a stated 5 ms latency.
- The box includes the base, a detachable 11.8-inch Sportcar rim with magnetic paddles, a 2-pedal metal set with H.E.A.R.T. magnetic sensors and a clamp.
- The Race Dash screen on the base adjusts more than 10 settings and saves profiles without a PC.
- It works with PS5, PS4 and PC only, so Xbox owners need a different wheel.
- Only two pedals come in the box; the third load cell pedal is a separate upgrade kit.
- Thrustmaster's product page does not state a maximum rotation angle.
MOZA Racing MOZA R3 Racing Wheel and Pedals for Xbox & PC
Buy itAn Xbox-licensed direct drive bundle with a 3.9 Nm base, a 22-button wheel, Hall-sensor pedals and a table clamp.
- MOZA lists a 3.9 Nm peak torque direct drive base with a 15-bit encoder and a 1000 Hz USB refresh rate.
- The ESX wheel has 22 buttons, aluminum paddles, 10 RPM LEDs and MOZA's quick release, so it can be swapped later.
- Everything needed to start is in the box: base, wheel, SR-P Lite pedals and a table clamp.
- Its 3.9 Nm is less than the 5 Nm bases in this field, so heavy cars feel lighter.
- The SR-P Lite pedals are a 2-pedal set with no clutch.
- Detailed tuning through MOZA Pit House needs a Windows PC.
Side by side
The 7 criteria below are the ones our full comparison judged every product on, narrowed to these two.
| Thrustmaster T598 (PlayStation / PC) Our pick | MOZA Racing MOZA R3 Racing Wheel and Pedals for Xbox & PC | |
|---|---|---|
| Our verdict | Buy | Buy |
| Best for | PlayStation and PC racers who want a direct drive setup with pedals included and room to upgrade. | Xbox Series X|S and PC players who want real direct drive feel at a mid-range price. |
| Price tier | $$$ · premium | $$ · mid-range |
| Drive type | Direct Axial Drive | Direct drive |
| Torque (maker stated) | 5 Nm constant, +100% overshoot | 3.9 Nm peak |
| Max rotation | Not stated on product page | Limitless |
| Pedals in the box | Yes, 2 metal pedals | Yes, 2 pedals (no clutch) |
| Platforms | PS5, PS4, PC | Xbox Series X|S, PC |
| Wheel rim | 11.8 in Sportcar, detachable | 280 mm ESX, quick release |
| On-base or on-wheel settings | Race Dash screen, saved profiles | 10 RPM LEDs, app control |
Which one is right for you?
Pick the Thrustmaster T598 (PlayStation / PC) if
playStation and PC racers who want a direct drive setup with pedals included and room to upgrade.
Know before buying: it works with PS5, PS4 and PC only, so Xbox owners need a different wheel.
Pick the MOZA Racing MOZA R3 Racing Wheel and Pedals for Xbox & PC if
xbox Series X|S and PC players who want real direct drive feel at a mid-range price.
Know before buying: its 3.9 Nm is less than the 5 Nm bases in this field, so heavy cars feel lighter.
The bottom line
Our overall pick is the Thrustmaster T598 (PlayStation / PC) - A direct drive wheel, rim and metal pedals in one box for PS5, PS4 and PC, with 5 Nm of constant torque and boosted peaks. Choose the MOZA Racing MOZA R3 Racing Wheel and Pedals for Xbox & PC instead if xbox Series X|S and PC players who want real direct drive feel at a mid-range price.
Want the full picture, including the other options we compared and the popular one we'd skip? Read the complete Racing Wheels: Which to Buy and Which to Skip.