The short answer: the Logitech G RS Pedals are the load cell set we would recommend to most people upgrading from bundled pedals, because they bring a 75 kg load cell brake and Hall effect throttle at an accessible price. The Fanatec CSL Elite Pedals V2 are the pick for Fanatec owners and for anyone who wants three pedals with an elastomer brake and a three year warranty. On PC only, the Asetek La Prima and Forte are the premium two pedal sets with an upgrade path, and the Simjack UT is the value surprise with a 200 kg load cell and three pedals. Thrustmaster owners have a clear ladder from the Raceline Pedals III to the Raceline III LC.
Pedals decide braking consistency more than any other part of a rig, and the bundled pedals that come with most wheels measure travel rather than pressure. This guide compares ten pedal sets sold new in the US on sensor type, load cell capacity where published, pedal count, adjustability, platform support, and owner feedback, following the method on our How We Review page. Compatibility is the trap here: several of these only connect to their own brand’s wheel base on consoles, so read the platform notes carefully.
Comparison at a Glance
| Pedal set | Pedals | Brake sensor | Throttle and clutch sensor | Platforms (listing) | Warranty (listing) | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Logitech G RS Pedals | 2 (clutch module optional) | 75 kg load cell | Hall effect | PC via USB; PS and Xbox via PRO or RS50 base, G series via Racing Adapter | 1 year | Best value load cell |
| Fanatec CSL Elite Pedals V2 | 3 | Load cell, up to 90 kg foot force | Hall effect | PC via USB; PS and Xbox via Fanatec base or wheel | 3 years | Three pedals with elastomer brake |
| Logitech G PRO Racing Pedals | 3 | 100 kg load cell | Hall effect | PC, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One (listing) | 1 year | Logitech PRO and RS50 owners |
| Thrustmaster Raceline Pedals III LC | 3 | 100 kg load cell, 24 bit | Hall effect (H.E.A.R.T) | PC; PS and Xbox via Thrustmaster base | Not stated | Thrustmaster owners wanting load cell |
| Thrustmaster Raceline Pedals III | 3 | Hall effect (load cell upgrade kit available) | Hall effect | PC; PS and Xbox via Thrustmaster base | 1 year | Modular starter with an upgrade path |
| Moza SR-P Pedals | 2 | 100 kg load cell, hybrid | 15 bit magnetic encoder | PC (listing) | Not stated | Moza R3 and R5 owners |
| Asetek La Prima | 2 | Load cell | Not stated | PC only | Not stated | Premium entry with an upgrade path |
| Asetek Forte | 2 | Load cell | Not stated | PC only | Not stated | High end two pedal set |
| Simjack UT (UT-P3-H3) | 3 | 200 kg load cell with hydraulic damper | Load cell | PC only | 12 months | Most capacity for the money |
| Thrustmaster T3PA Wide | 3 | Potentiometer with conical brake mod | Potentiometer | PC and Xbox One via Thrustmaster base | 1 year | Cheapest three pedal add-on for Thrustmaster |
Sensor types and capacities come from the manufacturer listings. Where a listing does not name the throttle sensor or warranty, the table says “not stated”. Console support for pedals almost always depends on the wheel base they plug into; the platform column repeats what each listing claims.
How We Picked
We included pedal sets sold new in the US from brands with a support presence, covering each major wheel ecosystem plus PC only specialists. Each set was assessed on brake sensor type and capacity, throttle and clutch sensing, adjustability (spacing, angle, springs, elastomers), frame rigidity and mounting, connection options, and owner feedback about durability and slippage on floors. Because a load cell brake changes braking more than any other single upgrade, we weighted it heavily.
Each product’s WSR Score comes from verified buyer feedback, normalized to our 10-point scale. See how we review for details.
Logitech G RS Pedals
The RS Pedals bring a 75 kg load cell brake and Hall effect throttle to a steel frame with an anti-tip design, rubber feet, carpet grippers, and an extendable wall brace. Pedal positions adjust along the frame, and an optional RS Clutch module makes it a three pedal set. They connect directly to the PRO and RS50 bases for console use, to G series wheels through the separately sold Racing Adapter, or by USB to a PC with any brand of wheel.
- Pro: load cell braking at an accessible price
- Pro: USB mode works with any wheel on PC; console path through Logitech bases
- Con: clutch is a separate module
- Con: G29, G920, and G923 owners need the Racing Adapter on console
Anyone stepping up from bundled pedals for the first time, on PC or with a Logitech base on console.
You need three pedals in the box and a longer warranty; look at the CSL Elite V2.
Fanatec CSL Elite Pedals V2
The V2 is a three pedal set with cast and machined aluminum arms, Hall sensors on throttle and clutch, and a load cell brake that reads up to 90 kg of foot force on the plate through a stack of elastomers (65, 75, and 85 Shore included, plus a metal spring). It can be configured as two pedals, connects by RJ12 to Fanatec bases or by USB to a PC, and carries a three year warranty. Console use requires a PlayStation licensed Fanatec base or an Xbox licensed Fanatec wheel.
- Pro: three pedals, elastomer load cell brake, Hall sensors, three year warranty
- Pro: tool free brake stiffness changes
- Con: console use only through Fanatec hardware
- Con: pricier than the RS Pedals for a two pedal user
Fanatec owners and PC racers who want a complete three pedal load cell set with a long warranty.
You run a Logitech or Thrustmaster base on console; these will not connect to it.
Logitech G PRO Racing Pedals
The PRO Racing Pedals are a three pedal modular set with a 100 kg load cell brake, swappable springs for throttle and clutch, swappable brake elastomers, and Hall effect sensors throughout. Each pedal module slides horizontally or can be removed. The listing covers PC, PlayStation, and Xbox, with console use through the PRO or RS50 base, and a one year warranty.
- Pro: 100 kg load cell, three pedals, fully modular
- Pro: native fit with the PRO and RS50 bases on console
- Con: one year warranty at a premium price
- Con: the RS Pedals deliver most of the benefit for much less
PRO or RS50 owners who want the matching flagship pedal set.
You do not need the clutch or the extra capacity; the RS Pedals are the better value.
Thrustmaster Raceline Pedals III LC
The Raceline III LC is a fully metal, modular three pedal set with a 100 kg (220 lb) load cell brake at 24 bit resolution and Hall effect throttle and clutch. Brake force is configurable from 25 to 100 kg through three springs, an elastomer buffer, and a preload dial. Dead zones and curves are set through the T598’s dash screen or the Thrustmaster panel on PC. It connects to Thrustmaster bases on PS5, PS4, and Xbox, and to any base on PC.
- Pro: 100 kg load cell with a wide, tool assisted adjustment range
- Pro: works on console with any Thrustmaster force feedback base
- Con: no warranty term on the listing
- Con: newer product with little owner feedback so far
Thrustmaster owners on any platform who want load cell braking without changing bases.
You are not on Thrustmaster and race on console; it will not connect.
Thrustmaster Raceline Pedals III
The non-LC Raceline III is the same all metal three pedal frame with Hall effect sensors on every pedal, three pressure notches and multiple springs per pedal, and non-slip pads. Thrustmaster sells a load cell upgrade kit to convert the brake later. It carries a one year warranty and the same Thrustmaster base connection on console.
- Pro: metal three pedal set with Hall sensors at a moderate price
- Pro: upgradeable to load cell later
- Con: brake measures travel until you buy the kit
- Con: mixed early owner feedback on Amazon
Thrustmaster owners who want a metal three pedal set now and load cell later.
You already know you want load cell; buy the LC version once.
Moza SR-P Pedals
The SR-P is Moza’s two pedal load cell set: a 100 kg hybrid brake, an organ style throttle, and 15 bit magnetic encoders. It is the natural step up from the SR-P Lite pedals bundled with the R3 and R5, and Moza sells a clutch add-on. The listing states PC; on Moza bases the pedals connect to the base’s pedal port.
- Pro: 100 kg load cell at a mid-range price
- Pro: direct fit for the Moza ecosystem
- Con: two pedals; clutch sold separately
- Con: sparse listing details and no warranty term stated
Moza R3, R5, and R9 owners upgrading from the SR-P Lite.
You are not on a Moza base; other sets offer better cross brand support.
Asetek SimSports La Prima
La Prima is Asetek’s entry level two pedal set: die cast aluminum arms with zero play, a load cell brake, two interchangeable elastomers, and a USB-C connection. It is PC only, works with any DirectInput game, and can be upgraded toward Asetek’s higher tiers with a kit. The listing gives a burst rating of 1,543 pounds and a working rating of 440 pounds of force.
- Pro: die cast construction and load cell braking with an upgrade path
- Pro: works with any wheel on PC over USB
- Con: PC only; no console use at all
- Con: two pedals with no clutch option in the box
PC racers who want a premium two pedal set that can grow.
You race on any console.
Asetek SimSports Forte
The Forte sits above La Prima with the same die cast aluminum, zero play arms and load cell brake, adjustable resistance, interchangeable elastomers, and USB-C, and it can be converted to Asetek’s Invicta pedals with an upgrade kit. It is PC only.
- Pro: high end feel with a documented upgrade path to Invicta
- Pro: works with any base on PC
- Con: PC only and two pedals
- Con: limited Amazon owner feedback so far
Serious PC racers who want to buy once and upgrade in place.
You need a clutch or console support.
Simjack UT (UT-P3-H3)
The Simjack UT is a three pedal, PC only set with a 200 kg load cell brake paired with a hydraulic damper, load cell throttle and clutch, a 32 bit dual core controller with a 16 bit ADC, rubber dampers in three hardnesses, and software for curves and dead zones. It ships from US stock with a 12 month warranty. It is a small brand, so support depends on the seller.
- Pro: the highest brake capacity here, with a hydraulic damper, at a mid-range price
- Pro: three pedals and US stock
- Con: PC only and a small brand with a short track record
- Con: heavy, so it needs a solid pedal plate
PC racers with a rigid cockpit who want load cell plus hydraulic feel without a boutique price.
You want an established brand’s support network or console compatibility.
Thrustmaster T3PA Wide
The T3PA Wide is a fully metal three pedal set with adjustable spacing, angle, and throttle height, and a conical rubber brake mod that stiffens the end of the brake travel. It uses potentiometers rather than Hall sensors or a load cell and connects to Thrustmaster bases; the listing covers Xbox One and PC. It remains the cheapest way to add a clutch to a Thrustmaster wheel that shipped with two pedals.
- Pro: metal three pedal set at the lowest price on this list
- Pro: good adjustability for the money
- Con: potentiometers wear and drift over time
- Con: older design than the Raceline III
Thrustmaster owners who just need a clutch pedal cheaply.
Braking consistency is the goal; buy a load cell set instead.
Buying Guide
Load cell versus potentiometer
A potentiometer brake measures how far the pedal moves; a load cell measures how hard you press. Real brakes respond to pressure, so a load cell builds muscle memory that transfers lap to lap. Capacity figures (75 kg, 100 kg, 200 kg) describe the sensor’s range, not how hard you must press; most drivers use a fraction of it.
Compatibility is the real decision
On PC, almost any pedal set works over USB with any wheel. On PlayStation and Xbox, pedals must plug into the wheel base, and each brand uses its own connector: Logitech RS and PRO pedals into Logitech PRO and RS50 bases (or G series via the Racing Adapter), Fanatec pedals into Fanatec bases, Thrustmaster pedals into Thrustmaster bases, Moza pedals into Moza bases. Asetek and Simjack are PC only. Our Compatibility section will keep a full matrix.
Two pedals or three
A clutch is only useful with an H-pattern shifter (see our shifter guide) or for realistic race starts. The RS Pedals, SR-P, La Prima, and Forte are two pedal sets; the rest ship with three.
Mounting
Load cell brakes push back hard, and a set that slides across the floor is useless. Hard mount to a stand or cockpit where possible; the RS Pedals’ wall brace and grippers are the best answer for carpet without a rig. See our wheel stand and cockpit guides.
Who Should Not Buy
If your wheel is a gear driven Logitech or a T128 and you race casually, the bundled pedals are proportionate; upgrade the wheel first. If you play on console with a G29, G920, or G923, remember the RS Pedals need the Racing Adapter, and the Fanatec, Moza, Asetek, and Simjack sets will not connect at all. And if your pedals sit on a bare floor, buy a stand before a load cell set.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are load cell pedals worth it?
For anyone who races regularly, yes. Braking consistency is the most common thing separating mid-pack from front-running lap times, and a pressure based brake is the biggest single improvement to it.
Which pedals work with a Logitech G923?
On PC, any USB set. On console, the Logitech RS Pedals or PRO Pedals through the separately sold Racing Adapter.
Do I need a clutch pedal?
Only with an H-pattern shifter or for manual race starts. Most modern race cars in sims use paddles.
What does 100 kg load cell mean?
It is the maximum force the brake sensor is rated to read, not the force you need to apply. Software lets you set full braking at a fraction of that.
What are the best sim racing pedals for a beginner?
Most beginners should upgrade the wheel first and keep the bundled pedals for now. When pedals are the next step, the Logitech G RS Pedals are the value pick in this guide, with a 75 kg load cell brake and Hall effect throttle. If you race casually or your pedals slide on a bare floor, sort out the mounting before buying a load cell set.
Do I need different pedals for a specific game like GT7 or the F1 games?
No, pedals are not game specific. On PC, any USB set works in any game. On PlayStation or Xbox, pedals must plug into a compatible wheel base, so your platform and wheel brand decide what fits, not the title. Check the platform notes above, or see our wheel compatibility guide before you buy.
Sources
- Logitech G product listings for the RS Pedals and PRO Racing Pedals
- Fanatec product listing for the CSL Elite Pedals V2
- Thrustmaster product listings for the Raceline Pedals III, Raceline Pedals III LC, and T3PA Wide
- Moza Racing, Asetek SimSports, and Simjack product listings
- September 2026: first published with ten pedal sets.
