Logitech
Driving Force Shifter
A simple Logitech H-pattern add-on that makes sense once the core rig is already sorted.
Scoring for sim racers that want better upgrades, not just more gear.
Build your rigGear Index
Curated picks used by the scoring engine, now grouped by tier so it is easier to see where each item sits between starter hardware and deeply excessive gear.
Tier 2
You have moved past the bare minimum, but the setup still feels more like a practical starter station than a serious dedicated rig.
Logitech
A simple Logitech H-pattern add-on that makes sense once the core rig is already sorted.
Generic
Fun and useful, but rarely the highest-value upgrade.
Thrustmaster
A more affordable Thrustmaster shifter add-on that makes sense once the core controls are in decent shape.
Moza
A polished MOZA H-pattern shifter for PC rigs that already have the core hardware covered.
Moza
A purpose-built sequential add-on for rally and GT-focused PC setups.
Moza
A practical MOZA handbrake for drifting or rally, but still secondary to core controls.
Thrustmaster
A specialized Thrustmaster handbrake for rally or drift use, but still well behind pedals and rig stability in upgrade priority.
Fanatec
A sensible Fanatec handbrake add-on for rally or drift-focused builds.
Tier 3
The rig is becoming recognizable as a real hobby setup, even if a few weak links still keep it firmly in the early-upgrade phase.
Logitech
A more serious Logitech accessory add-on for modular RS or PRO ecosystem builds.
Thrustmaster
The better-known Thrustmaster H-pattern add-on once the rest of the rig is strong enough to justify it.
Fanatec
Fanatec’s better-known enthusiast shifter option once the rest of the rig is already strong.
Tier 5
This is the point where the rig starts making sense to other enthusiasts. You are no longer guessing, and the upgrade path looks real.
Generic
Best once the core controls and chassis are already sorted.