Best Steering Wheels for Gran Turismo on PS5 in 2026

Gran Turismo 7 is stricter about wheels than most PS5 racers. The base needs PlayStation licensing, and Polyphony adds extra force feedback detail for a handful of co-developed wheels. That narrows the field, but there is still a sensible ladder from a $150 starter wheel to direct drive.

Quick comparison

Wheel	Drive type	Peak torque	GT7 extras	Best for
Fanatec GT DD Pro	Direct drive	5-8 Nm	Full GT7 tuning	Best overall
Thrustmaster T-GT II	Belt	~6 Nm	Transducer effects	GT7 purists
Logitech G923	Gear	~2.2 Nm	TRUEFORCE in GT7	Best budget
Thrustmaster T300 RS GT	Belt	~3.9 Nm	Standard FFB	Smooth mid-range
Thrustmaster T248	Hybrid	~3.1 Nm	Standard FFB	Mid-range value
Thrustmaster T128	Hybrid	~2 Nm	Standard FFB	Cheapest real FFB
Hori Racing Wheel Apex	None (bungee)	N/A	No force feedback	Youngest drivers

Best overall: Fanatec Gran Turismo DD Pro

The GT DD Pro was built with Polyphony Digital for this game, and it shows. Its GT-branded rim has controls designed for Gran Turismo, and the direct drive base avoids a belt or gear transmission. At the stock 5 Nm it already outclasses everything else here; the Boost Kit 180 takes it to 8 Nm.

The bundled two-pedal set is the weak link, so budget for the load cell brake later. Fanatec stock also comes and goes, which makes timing part of the purchase.

Pros: built for GT7, PlayStation-licensed direct drive, 8 Nm upgrade path.
Cons: two-pedal stock set, Boost Kit extra, availability swings.

The GT7 purist’s pick: Thrustmaster T-GT II

The T-GT II is the other wheel Polyphony co-developed. GT7 drives a transducer in the base that adds fine texture effects no other wheel reproduces, and the leather-wrapped rim looks the part for a game obsessed with car culture.

It costs nearly GT DD Pro money without being direct drive, which makes it a niche buy. If your PS5 wheel exists for Gran Turismo and nothing else, it earns the premium. For mixed racing, the Fanatec is more feedback per dollar.

Pros: unique GT7 transducer effects, strong belt feedback, premium rim.
Cons: near-DD pricing, large footprint, less compelling outside GT7.

Best budget: Logitech G923

The G923 is the default first wheel for GT7, and for good reason. The box has everything you need, the pedals include a clutch, and gear-driven feedback is strong enough to feel weight transfer and understeer even if it rattles while doing it.

TRUEFORCE adds extra vibration effects in supported titles, and GT7 is on that list. The rim is fixed, but Logitech supports upgraded pedals through its Racing Adapter. Check the adapter and game requirements before adding accessories.

Pros: complete bundle, three pedals, durable, frequent sales.
Cons: noisy gears, weak torque, shifter sold separately.

Smoothest mid-range: Thrustmaster T300 RS GT

Belt drive is the middle ground between the G923’s clattery gears and direct drive pricing. The T300’s feedback is smoother and stronger, the rim detaches for Thrustmaster add-on wheels, and it ships with a three-pedal set ready for an H-pattern shifter.

The base runs warm in long GT7 sessions and Thrustmaster’s quality control is a known lottery. Buy where returns are easy.

Pros: smooth belt feedback, three pedals, swappable rims.
Cons: aging design, heat under load, inconsistent QC.

Mid-range value: Thrustmaster T248

The T248’s hybrid drive punches harder than the G923, and its magnetic paddles feel borrowed from a more expensive wheel. The dashboard screen shows telemetry and switches between three force feedback modes without pausing the race.

The rim is fixed and the three-pedal set is serviceable rather than special. Feedback has force but not the T300’s smoothness, so choose based on which you value.

Pros: strong feedback for the money, magnetic paddles, telemetry screen.
Cons: fixed rim, average pedals, not as smooth as the T300.

Cheapest real force feedback: Thrustmaster T128

The T128 is the cheapest way into real force feedback for Gran Turismo. The hybrid system is modest and the two-pedal set basic, but it still tells you when the front tyres let go, which is the whole point of a wheel.

The plasticky rim and limited torque mean committed players will outgrow it within a year. That is fine at this price; think of it as tuition.

Pros: cheapest PS5 wheel with genuine FFB, light and compact.
Cons: weak torque, two pedals, entry-level build.

For the youngest drivers: Hori Racing Wheel Apex

The Apex has no force feedback at all, just a bungee cord that recentres the wheel with no motor-driven force feedback. It exists for kids and casual players who want a wheel-shaped controller without wheel-shaped spending.

For anyone old enough to care about lap times, skip straight to the T128. For a ten-year-old’s first GT7 rig, the Apex is honest value.

Pros: cheap, simple, officially PlayStation licensed.
Cons: no force feedback, bungee resistance, small rim.

What to look for in a Gran Turismo wheel

PlayStation licensing is mandatory. Without the security chip the wheel will not work on PS5, whatever the listing claims. Every wheel here is licensed.

GT7 rewards specific hardware. The GT DD Pro and T-GT II get tuning options and effects other wheels do not. If GT7 is your main game, that integration is worth real money.

Pedal count matters for immersion. Two pedals suit paddle-shift cars. Three pedals plus an H-pattern shifter turn GT7’s classic cars into a different game.

Consider direct drive for an upgrade. Belt and gear wheels filter out fine detail. If you race daily, compare the GT DD Pro with other supported direct drive bases before choosing an ecosystem.

Frequently asked questions

Does the Thrustmaster T-GT II still make sense with the GT DD Pro available?

For GT7 specifically, yes. The transducer effects are unique to the T-GT II in this game. For everything else, the DD Pro’s direct drive is the better buy at a similar price.

Will a PC-only wheel like the Moza R5 work with GT7?

The R5 does not have official PlayStation support. Third-party adapters are outside the supported setup covered here. PS5 direct drive options include the GT DD Pro, ClubSport DD+, Logitech G Pro and Thrustmaster T598. Check the official GT7 steering-wheel list for game support.

Is the G923 good enough for competitive GT7 racing?

Plenty of quick drivers use one. It communicates grip loss clearly enough to race hard; it just does it noisily and with less detail than belt or direct drive options.

Recommendation

Buy the Fanatec GT DD Pro if GT7 is your main game; it was made for it. The Logitech G923 on sale is the sensible starter, and the Thrustmaster T-GT II the specialist’s indulgence.

Related buying guides

For the wider Thrustmaster range, see our Thrustmaster PS5 wheel guide. For other PlayStation options, compare the best sim racing wheels for PS5.

Sources and methodology

Compatibility: Gran Turismo 7 steering-wheel manual, Fanatec platform compatibility, Thrustmaster T248 and Logitech Racing Adapter. Check current bundle contents and checkout prices before buying.

This is a research-based buying guide. We have not tested these products hands-on. Recommendations use manufacturer specifications and compatibility documentation, with the tradeoffs described above.