# Thrustmaster T-248

- Source: https://stierproducts.com/products/thrustmaster-t248
- Category board: https://stierproducts.com/categories/racing-wheels
- Placement: #2 of 14 in Racing Wheels, A tier
- Brand: Thrustmaster
- LP on this board: 812
- Last researched: 2026-08-24T00:16:01.920Z
- Method: https://stierproducts.com/methodology
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## Verdict

Smooth feedback and solid construction make it the top mid-tier wheel; cheaper than direct-drive flagships yet delivers near-flagship performance.

## For

- smooth force-feedback
- solid construction
- Balanced performance
- Ergonomic design
- Good value

## Evidence

Consolidated from 28 cited sources across 27 outlets

| Outlet | Said by | Stance | Link | Link status |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| r/Thrustmaster | u/gunIceMan | C | https://www.reddit.com/r/Thrustmaster/comments/1n3x6kt/positive_reviews_about_t248/ | fetched and confirmed |
| OC Racing | OC Racing | B | https://ocracing.com/reviews/thrustmaster-t248-review/ | fetched and confirmed |
| PC Perspective | pcper.com | B | https://pcper.com/2026/02/thrustmaster-t248r-racing-wheel-review/ | fetched and confirmed |
| Facebook | Darien Weidler | C | https://www.facebook.com/groups/906020794670886/posts/1325598032713158/ | fetched and confirmed |
| Traxion.GG | Thomas Harrison-Lord | B | https://traxion.gg/thrustmaster-t248r-review/ | fetched and confirmed |
| OC Racing | OC Racing | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P6hrnPg2wk0 | fetched and confirmed |
| Sim Racing Corner | Sim Racing Corner | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lHm-rWu7wLs | fetched and confirmed |
| Grant Hinds | Grant Hinds | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0uCtMDbFiwg | fetched and confirmed |
| KeenGamer - More Than Just a Game Site | KeenGamer - More Than Just a Game Site | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LpLHv8zqGFs | fetched and confirmed |
| Sim Tourist | Sim Tourist | - | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UfYETT19L5g | fetched and confirmed |
| Best Buy Canada Product Videos | Best Buy Canada Product Videos | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o0UzlZZi8tA | fetched and confirmed |
| Driver's Therapy | Driver's Therapy | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QFz05R08d9A | fetched and confirmed |
| Jacob Gago | Jacob Gago | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zYpGtS2jBgg | fetched and confirmed |
| MakeUseOf | MakeUseOf | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JxgsQO1QZBc | fetched and confirmed |
| The Product Critiques | The Product Critiques | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o6sSkt0vylg | fetched and confirmed |
| Newegg Studios | Newegg Studios | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pWb9s2Nxbmg | fetched and confirmed |
| Verified Reviews | Verified Reviews | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qQKKfxdy3aI | fetched and confirmed |
| Tiger Man Cave | Tiger Man Cave | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AVy1xxmdqu4 | fetched and confirmed |
| 𝗥𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗲 𝟳𝟲𝟱 | 𝗥𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗲 𝟳𝟲𝟱 | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_nsR7XinnIA | fetched and confirmed |
| Gadgets and more | Gadgets and more | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DKpE5QJE8MQ | fetched and confirmed |
| SimRacing604 | SimRacing604 | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PFL3HDUgaHE | fetched and confirmed |
| Lucca and Miguel - Tutorials | Lucca and Miguel - Tutorials | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zu0JozrxZ78 | fetched and confirmed |
| TechRadar | - | - | https://www.techradar.com/news/best-racing-wheel-logitech-vs-thrustmaster-vs-fanatec-vs-hori | fetched and confirmed |
| Coolblue | Sem | B | https://www.coolblue.be/en/advice/tips-for-the-best-gran-turismo-7-racing-setup.html?srsltid=AfmBOope6f_OSIrUEKvgFhcnSGz0nRh7wctG9kSYO-QPdkv_0CM219zS | fetched and confirmed |
| PC Gamer | - | - | https://www.pcgamer.com/best-steering-wheels-for-pc/ | not checked |
| GamesRadar | - | - | https://www.gamesradar.com/best-racing-wheel/ | not checked |
| Eric Kunz Racing | Eric Kunz Racing | C | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=veQL50fv9PM | fetched and confirmed |
| GamesRadar+ | gamesradar.com | - | https://www.gamesradar.com/hardware/gaming-controllers/thrustmaster-t248r-review/ | fetched and confirmed |

## Nearest alternatives on this board

| Rank | Product | Tier | Page |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 1 | Fanatec GT DD Pro | S | https://stierproducts.com/products/fanatec-gt-dd-pro |
| 3 | Moza R3 | A | https://stierproducts.com/products/moza-r3 |
| 4 | Logitech G RS50 | A | https://stierproducts.com/products/logitech-g-rs50 |
| 5 | Moza R5 | A | https://stierproducts.com/products/moza-r5 |
| 6 | Logitech G923 | B | https://stierproducts.com/products/logitech-g923 |
| 7 | Thrustmaster T-300 RS GT | B | https://stierproducts.com/products/thrustmaster-t300-rs-gt |
| 11 | Thrustmaster T-300 | D | https://stierproducts.com/products/thrustmaster-t300 |
| 12 | Turtle Beach VelocityOne Race KD3 | D | https://stierproducts.com/products/turtle-beach-velocityone-race-kd3 |
| 13 | Thrustmaster T-128 | F | https://stierproducts.com/products/thrustmaster-t128 |
| 14 | Logitech G27 | F | https://stierproducts.com/products/logitech-g27 |

The full board is at https://stierproducts.com/categories/racing-wheels.

## What this tier means

- A: Excellent. Strongly recommended, beaten only by the very best.

## How to read this

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## Image

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