The PS5 may only have been on the market for three years (at time of writing), but it already has a handful of definitive racing game experiences to offer the connoisseur.
Gran Turismo 7 is, of course, the last word in simulation racing on PS5, but the console also plays host to excellent racers like Dirt 5, Grid Legends, and Need for Speed Unbound.
If you’re going to be playing a lot of racing games on your PS5, you’re going to want a companion wheel that helps to immerse you in the high-octane action.
Let’s take a look at the best racing wheels PS5 gamers can pick up right now.
Best racing wheel for PS5: Fanatec GT DD Pro
Named for the Gran Turismo series of games, the Fanatec GT DD Pro has been constructed specifically for the PS5, so if Gran Turismo 7 is your favourite game, this wheel is a no-brainer.
Out of the box, the GT DD Pro is ready to race. It’s got a hefty motor, a responsive force feedback system, and a set of buttons specifically designed for the PS5, so it’s the perfect companion to late-night PS5 racing sessions.
If the 5 Nm motor doesn’t quite scream enough for you, then you can upgrade it to 8 Nm with a separate Boost Kit accessory, although we’d recommend trying out the wheel before you upgrade it.
All in all, Fanatec’s GT DD Pro screams quality, and although the price point is high, you’re getting a serious enthusiast’s racing wheel here.
Best premium racing wheel for PS5: Logitech G Pro
Make no mistake: the Logitech G Pro racing wheel is a premium product, and it’s only intended for serious racing enthusiasts. If you’re looking for an entry-level wheel, this is not the place to go.
The G Pro wheel routinely retails for around £1000, and it doesn’t come with pedals, so that should tell you just how much care and attention Logitech has put into the creation of the wheel itself.
As you might expect from a wheel with such an eye-watering price, the G Pro is constructed immaculately, with an excellent sense of response and feedback for each turn and gear shift.
Adding a set of pedals is pretty much a must if you want to take your racing experience to the next level, but even if you can only afford the wheel, the G Pro isn’t a purchase you’ll regret.
Best mid-range racing wheel for PS5: Logitech G923
Don’t let the Xbox buttons on the G923’s face fool you; this wheel is compatible across all console and PC ecosystems (with the exception of the Nintendo Switch, of course).
This means that if you also love to race on PC, you can swap the wheel between both platforms effortlessly, which makes this ideal for anyone who’s truly serious about racing gaming.
Logitech’s signature TRUEFORCE system is in full force (no pun intended) here, making you feel every bump and every whirr of your gears, and what’s more, you won’t break the bank by picking this one up either.
As you might have come to expect from Logitech by now, the G923 punches well above its weight class.
Alternative mid-range racing wheel for PS5: Thrustmaster T248
Thrustmaster’s T248 wheel was designed specifically for PlayStation consoles, and it’s also compatible with PC, although this is very much a wheel you’ll want to use on PlayStation.
The company specifically points to the T248 as a great wheel to upgrade to if you’ve been using a beginner’s racing wheel, so this is a true mid-range option for those who are just entering the world of simulation racing.
It comes complete with a rather fetching dashboard display that can show information like your position in a race, as well as three different selectable Force Feedback presets and a system that’s “70% more powerful than [the] T150”.
In short, the Thrustmaster T248 is the definition of a great mid-range PS5 racing wheel, and you should add it to your arsenal if you’re looking to explore more complex racing wheel options.
Best budget racing wheel for PS5: Hori Racing Wheel Apex
Hori’s Racing Wheel Apex is a rather cheap and cheerful racing wheel option that will appeal if you’ve never touched a PS5 racing wheel before, and that’s a compliment.
While it doesn’t boast many of the features sported by its bigger and more expensive cousins, this is a punchy, competitive little racing wheel that feels great to use, despite its lower price point.
It has a 270-degree turning ratio, which means you shouldn’t struggle with immersion-breaking locks and sticking points, and it even comes complete with a set of pedals to help you immerse yourself into the action further.
This wheel is an excellent choice if you’re just starting out with racing gaming and want to know whether a racing wheel is something you want to commit to on a full-time basis.
Alternative budget racing wheel for PS5: Thrustmaster T80
Thrustmaster’s T80 racing wheel bears officially-licensed Ferrari livery; it’s a stylish, sleek wheel that very much looks the part and doesn’t betray its lower price point.
It comes with four different sensitivity presets, as well as a bungee cord system that “delivers linear resistance, regardless of the rotation angle”.
You’re also getting a twin pedal set with progressive resistance on the brake, so you’re paying a fairly small amount of money for a package that includes everything you need to get started in racing gaming.
The T80 isn’t going to compete with Thrustmaster’s more expensive options, but it’s an excellent entry-level racing wheel.
