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Experts prefer Hori Racing Wheel Apex over Thrustmaster T80 RS

On 5 Mar 2024 (23 days ago) we went through 64 Racing Wheel expert endorsements .

Currently, Hori Racing Wheel Apex received 5 endorsements from TechRadar (9 Feb 2024), PCreview (5 Jan 2023) Android Authority (12 Sep 2021) and 2 others. Meanwhile, Thrustmaster T80 RS did not receive any endorsements this month.

Rank Change Price Racing Wheel
TechRadar
PC Gamesn
BestCovery
PCreview
Android Authority
BestReviews
PC Gamer
Popular Mechanics
IGN
GamesRadar+
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Hori Racing Wheel Apex
The Hori Racing Wheel Apex is an affordable and versatile gaming accessory that is fully licensed by Sony and compatible with PlayStation 3 and 4, as well as PCs, providing a personalized and immersive gaming experience for casual gamers.
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Thrustmaster T80 RS
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About our ranking methodology

Endorsement summary:

  • On 9 Feb 2024 TechRadar ranked Hori Racing Wheel Apex as #2
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    #2 out of 6 Hori Racing Wheel Apex
    Best budget racing wheel
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  • On 5 Jan 2023 PCreview ranked Hori Racing Wheel Apex as #5
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    #5 out of 8 Hori Racing Wheel Apex
    No Nonsense/No Force Feedback Racing Wheel
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  • On 12 Sep 2021 Android Authority ranked Hori Racing Wheel Apex as #5
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    #5 out of 5 Hori Racing Wheel Apex
  • On 1 Sep 2022 BestReviews ranked Hori Racing Wheel Apex as #5
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    #5 out of 5 Hori Racing Wheel Apex
    Bargain Pick
  • On 7 Feb 2024 IGN ranked Hori Racing Wheel Apex as #3
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    #3 out of 9 Hori Racing Wheel Apex
    Best budget racing wheel for PS5
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Critic Consensus Common points from expert reviews summarized.
As can be seen below, Hori Racing Wheel Apex is mentioned by key experts in Mar 2024, while Thrustmaster T80 RS is not.
Rank Change Price Racing Wheel
TechRadar
PC Gamesn
BestCovery
PCreview
Android Authority
BestReviews
PC Gamer
Popular Mechanics
IGN
GamesRadar+
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- $300
Logitech G923
The Logitech G923 is a versatile and durable gaming wheel with a new force feedback system, adjustable pedals, and programmable buttons, making it a great option for serious gamers and racing enthusiasts.
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Thrustmaster T248
The Thrustmaster T248 is a high-quality gaming headset and racing wheel with a hybrid force feedback system, customizable settings, and magnetic pedals, making it an ideal option for racing game enthusiasts.
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Thrustmaster T300 RS GT
The Thrustmaster T300 RS GT Racing Wheel is a highly compatible and durable gaming accessory that offers precise control and immersive experience for racing enthusiasts.
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Thrustmaster TMX Force Feedback
The Thrustmaster TMX Force Feedback is a high-quality gaming steering wheel with a hybrid belt and gear force-feedback engine, advanced and highly adaptable force feedback system, and 12-bit resolution for accurate in-game reproduction of all wheel movements, making it a great option for entry-level gamers who want a smooth and responsive force feedback system for their racing games.
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Expert Reviews There are people on the Internet whose job is to review products. Below are their opinions.

Expert reviews [7]

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Total expert reviews: 7
  • with a score: 2
  • without a score: 5
Highest score by techtiper.com
90
Average score based on 7 reviews
80
Lowest score by Trusted Reviews
70

Score distribution:

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No expert reviews linked yet for Thrustmaster T80 RS.
From Seller:
  • Compatible with PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and PC .Use the HORI Device Manager app to download firmware, adjust settings and make up to 4 custom profiles
  • Full-size racing wheel and pedals optimized for authentic racing simulation
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From Seller:
  • Built-in "PS", "SHARE" and "OPTIONS" buttons for easy navigation within the PS4, PS5 system and in-games menus.
  • Ergonomically-designed wheel, optimized for all types of racing games on the PlayStation 4, Playstation 5 system (GT, F1, Stock car, Rally, Arcade, etc.).
  • Read more
Video Reviews Most popular unboxing/review videos.
Hori Racing Wheel Apex Review | The best budget all-rounder?
Review by Kiran Jothi
Popular! 19K views!
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Hori Racing Wheel Apex Hands On Review
Review by GrandpaGoesGaming
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Racing Wheel Apex for PlayStation 4 - Product Review
Review by Matteo Vlogs
Popular! 17K views!
Play video review
No video reviews linked yet for Thrustmaster T80 RS.
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Hori Racing Wheel Apex is a well-known option on the lower end of the price range. It's in the top 3 bestselling racing wheels and has quite a few popular alternatives in the same price range, such as Speedlink Drift O.Z. or PXN V3II .

Hori Racing Wheel Apex is $90.99 cheaper than the average racing wheel ($199.99).

Thrustmaster T80 RS is a popular option in the middle of the racing wheels price range. It's in the top 3 bestselling racing wheels and has many popular alternatives in the same price range, such as Thrustmaster T128 or Thrustmaster TMX Force Feedback .

Thrustmaster T80 RS is $0.02 less expensive than an average racing wheel ($199.99).

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