Best Wheel for F1 25: Formula Ready Picks (2026)

For F1 25 the short answer is the Fanatec Gran Turismo DD Pro is our top PlayStation direct drive pick, the Moza R5 Bundle is the value direct drive base to buy on PC, and the Logitech G923 is the console wheel to get if a direct drive base is not yet in the budget.

F1 25 runs on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. Formula cars use paddle shift only, so an H-pattern shifter is not part of this list, and the game’s narrow steering lock of roughly 360 to 400 degrees means smooth, linear force feedback matters more than raw rotation range. We compared seven wheels across that spread, from entry gear drive to 8 Nm direct drive, and we explain how we review below. New to the hobby? Start with the Getting Started section.

Comparison at a Glance

Torque figures come from each manufacturer’s product listing. Where a maker does not publish peak torque, the table says so rather than repeating a number from a forum.

How We Picked

F1 25 is a paddle shift game with a comparatively narrow steering range, so we weighed drive type and smoothness heavily, since open wheel cars communicate grip loss through fast, linear feedback rather than long rotation. We also checked platform coverage across PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, since Xbox support is genuinely limited among direct drive bases right now, and we looked at what is actually in the box, since pedals and a usable rim change the real cost of getting started.

Each product’s WSR Score comes from verified buyer feedback, normalized to our 10-point scale. Read more about how we review.

Fanatec Gran Turismo DD Pro

The GT DD Pro is a direct drive base for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and PC, delivering 5 Nm in standard form and 8 Nm with the separately sold Boost Kit 180. Its included wheel is a round Gran Turismo design with paddle shifters and directional sticks, which covers everything F1 25 asks for since the game never needs an H-pattern shifter. The base uses Fanatec’s quick release system, so owners who want a dedicated formula shaped rim later can add one without replacing the base. It ships with a two pedal set and a three year manufacturer warranty.

• Pro: full direct drive smoothness for open wheel cars on PlayStation and PC
• Pro: quick release rim lets you add a formula shaped wheel later
• Pro: three year warranty backed by a large Fanatec ecosystem
• Con: no Xbox support, so Xbox Series drivers need to look elsewhere
• Con: the included wheel is GT shaped, not formula shaped, out of the box

Logitech G RS50 (PlayStation)

The RS50 is Logitech’s direct drive system for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and PC, sold as a base, an RS Wheel Hub, and an 11 inch RS Round Wheel. It produces 8 Nm of peak torque with TRUEFORCE support, more headroom than the GT DD Pro offers without its Boost Kit, and the hub carries console buttons and adjustable paddles that cover F1 25’s paddle shift controls. Pedals are not included, and the round wheel is a general purpose design rather than a formula shape, but the integrated quick release lets you move to other Logitech G RS, PRO, and MOMO wheels as your setup grows.

• Pro: 8 Nm out of the box, the highest torque figure in this list
• Pro: TRUEFORCE adds detail to fast direction changes typical of open wheel cars
• Pro: quick release hub with a growing wheel lineup to upgrade into
• Con: no pedals in the box, which raises the real cost of getting started
• Con: no Xbox support

Moza R5 Bundle

The R5 Bundle is a PC only direct drive base rated at 5.5 Nm peak, sold with Moza’s SR-P Lite two pedal set so it arrives ready to race. It is one of the highest scoring wheels in this comparison, reflecting a strong balance of direct drive feel, included pedals, and value for PC racers. F1 25’s paddle shift controls and formula cars suit the smoothness of direct drive well, and Moza’s own quick release and wheel lineup give a path to a dedicated formula rim later, the same pattern as the Fanatec and Logitech bases above.

• Pro: pedals included, so the whole kit arrives ready to race
• Pro: direct drive smoothness suited to F1 25’s open wheel cars
• Pro: strong owner feedback in this comparison
• Con: PC only as sold; no PlayStation support, and Xbox needs a separate MOZA ESX rim
• Con: 5.5 Nm is enough for F1 25 but leaves less headroom than the RS50

Fanatec CSL DD QR2 (5 Nm)

The CSL DD QR2 is a bare base rated at 5 Nm, or 8 Nm with the separately sold Boost Kit 180, built for PC. It has no bundled wheel or pedals, so the total kit depends on what you add, but it is the one base here with a real path to Xbox: Fanatec’s platform licensing lives in the attached wheel rather than the base, so pairing it with an Xbox licensed wheel brings Xbox Series X|S into play. That makes it the answer for Xbox drivers who specifically want direct drive for F1 25.

• Pro: the only base here with a documented path to Xbox Series X|S
• Pro: quick release system opens up Fanatec’s full wheel catalog, formula rims included
• Pro: 8 Nm available with the Boost Kit
• Con: base only, budget separately for a wheel and pedals
• Con: the full 8 Nm and Xbox support both require buying extra parts

Logitech G923 (PlayStation)

The G923 is a gear driven wheel for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and PC, and Logitech does not publish a torque figure for it. TRUEFORCE reads live game data to add detail a gear drive normally lacks, which helps on F1 25’s fast direction changes, and the three pedal set includes a clutch that F1 25 does not use but other PC sims will. It is a real step down in smoothness from any direct drive base here, but it remains a complete, proven kit for a fraction of the setup a direct drive base requires once pedals are added.

• Pro: complete kit with three pedals, ready to race on arrival
• Pro: TRUEFORCE adds some detail despite the gear drive mechanism
• Con: gear drive feels coarser than any direct drive base in this list
• Con: this PlayStation version has no Xbox support; Logitech sells a separate Xbox model

Thrustmaster T300 RS GT

The T300 RS GT is a belt driven wheel for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and PC, with a detachable rim and a three pedal set. Thrustmaster does not publish a peak torque figure for it. Belt drive sits between gear and direct drive in feel, smoother and quieter than the G923 above, and the detachable rim connects to the wider Thrustmaster ecosystem of wheels and pedals if you want to change the setup later. It has been a common starting point for open wheel and GT racing alike for years.

• Pro: smoother belt drive feel than a gear driven wheel
• Pro: detachable rim with other Thrustmaster wheels available
• Con: no published torque figure and a mature design now competing with entry direct drive bundles
• Con: no Xbox support

Thrustmaster T598

The T598 is a direct drive wheel for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and PC, rated at 5 Nm constant torque, and it ships with Thrustmaster’s two pedal Raceline Pedals LTE set already in the box. That makes the true cost of getting started lower than the bare base options above, even though its ecosystem of add on wheels and accessories is newer and smaller than Fanatec’s or Moza’s. For F1 25, its constant torque rating is well suited to the game’s linear, fast feedback needs.

• Pro: direct drive and pedals in a single box
• Pro: 5 Nm constant torque suited to F1 25’s fast feedback
• Con: smaller ecosystem of wheels and accessories than Fanatec or Moza
• Con: no Xbox support

Buying Guide

Rotation, paddle shift, and rim shape

Formula cars in F1 25 shift with paddles only, so none of the shifters we review elsewhere on the site apply here. Drivers typically set rotation around 360 to 400 degrees for open wheel cars, well short of the 900 degrees common in road car sims, which is why smooth, linear force feedback matters more than a huge rotation range. None of the bundles above include a dedicated formula shaped rim out of the box; the Fanatec and Moza bases use quick release systems that let you add one later, and see how much torque you need for more on matching a base to open wheel cars.

Direct drive vs gear or belt for open wheel cars

Direct drive bolts the rim straight to the motor shaft, so fast, small corrections in an open wheel car arrive without gearbox slack. Gear driven wheels like the G923 are more affordable but feel coarser under the quick direction changes formula cars demand, and belt drive sits in between. If your budget allows it, a direct drive base is the better match for F1 25 specifically, even at a modest 5 Nm.

Platform coverage: PlayStation, Xbox, and PC

Most of the direct drive options in this list are PlayStation and PC only. If you play F1 25 on Xbox Series X|S, the Fanatec CSL DD QR2 paired with an Xbox licensed wheel is the clearest documented path to direct drive; otherwise, a Logitech or Thrustmaster gear or belt driven wheel from our broader wheels category will cover Xbox until more direct drive bases add support. PlayStation drivers deciding between console options can also see our best racing wheel for PS5 guide for the wider PS5 field beyond F1 25.

Who Should Not Buy

If you only play F1 25 occasionally with a controller, none of these wheels will change your lap times enough to justify the desk space; try a session on a friend’s setup first. If you play on Xbox Series X|S and want a complete kit in one box, the direct drive options here are limited, so a gear or belt driven Xbox wheel may suit you better until that changes. And if you already own a direct drive base and formula rim from racing other games, you likely do not need a new wheel just for F1 25; the software, not the hardware, is what is new.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need an H-pattern shifter for F1 25?

No. F1 25’s cars use paddle shift only, so none of our shifter picks apply to this game. Every wheel in this comparison ships with or supports paddle shifters, which is all F1 25 needs.

How much rotation should I set for F1 25?

Most drivers run open wheel cars around 360 to 400 degrees of rotation, far short of the 900 degrees used in many road car games. Direct drive bases let you set this precisely in software, while gear and belt driven wheels usually offer a similar range through their own control panels.

What is the best wheel for F1 25 on Xbox Series X|S?

Direct drive options for Xbox are limited right now. The Fanatec CSL DD QR2 paired with an Xbox licensed wheel is the clearest documented path in this list. Outside direct drive, Xbox racers should look at gear or belt driven wheels built specifically for Xbox in our broader wheels category.

Is direct drive worth it just for F1 25?

Direct drive is not required to enjoy F1 25, but it does suit the game well, since open wheel cars reward the smooth, fast feedback a direct drive base can deliver more than they reward extra rotation range. If you also play other PC or PlayStation sims, the benefit carries over and is easier to justify.

What is the best budget wheel for F1 25?

On a tight budget, the Logitech G923 is our pick on PlayStation, because it arrives as a complete kit with three pedals. On PC, the Moza R5 Bundle is the value direct drive choice, with pedals included. The trade-off is feel: the G923 is gear driven and coarser than direct drive, while the R5 Bundle is PC only as sold.

Will these wheels also work with F1 24 or F1 23?

Usually, yes on the same platform, since wheels connect at the console or PC level. Force feedback and button support are handled per game, though, and EA publishes a separate supported devices list for each F1 edition. Check that list and the wheel maker’s compatibility page for your exact model before buying for an older game.

Sources

• Fanatec product listings for the Gran Turismo DD Pro and CSL DD QR2
• Logitech G product listings for the RS50 Racing Wheel System and G923
• Thrustmaster product listings for the T300 RS GT and T598
• Moza Racing product listing for the R5 Bundle