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Asetek SimSports Forte Direct Drive Wheelbase 18Nm vs Simucube 3 PRO - Without Link Hub

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Verdict

Asetek SimSports Forte Direct Drive Wheelbase 18Nm leads on 7 criteria vs 2 for Simucube 3 PRO - Without Link Hub (10 tied).

  • Asetek SimSports Forte Direct Drive Wheelbase 18Nm is 49% cheaper

  • Simucube 3 PRO - Without Link Hub delivers 39% more torque (25Nm vs 18Nm) — both exceed the 12Nm sweet spot, the difference shows in force feedback detail

  • Different ecosystems: committing to Asetek or Simucube determines compatible wheels

  • Asetek SimSports Forte Direct Drive Wheelbase 18Nm has integrated USB passthrough — SimHub dashboards and third-party wheels work without adapters

  • Asetek SimSports Forte Direct Drive Wheelbase 18Nm has RGB LEDs — customizable colors and richer visual alerts

Specs comparison

Spec
Asetek SimSports Forte Direct Drive Wheelbase 18Nm
Simucube 3 PRO - Without Link Hub
Force Feedback
Direct Drive
Direct Drive
Max Torque
18Nm
25Nm
Motor Type
Servo
SPM
Encoder Resolution
22bits
23bits
Quick Release
Asetek QR
Simucube Link
Ecosystem
Asetek
Simucube
QR Data Transport
USB Passthrough
Wireless Light Bridge
Platforms
PC
PC
PSU Power
400W
360W
Housing Material
Aluminum
Aluminum
RGB LEDs
SimHub Compatible
Software
Racehub
Simucube Tuner
Mobile App
Mounting Options
Bottom Mount, Front Mount, Side Mount, Desk Clamp
Front Mount, Bottom Mount
Emergency Stop
Included
Included
Connectivity
USB
—
USB Passthrough
Integrated
None
Quick Release Included
Warranty
5ans
3ans
Slew Rate
6.7Nm/ms
—
Wheel Powered by the Base
Pedals Plug into the Base
Wheel-Side Quick Release
Included with the brand's wheels
Included with the brand's wheels
Other Brands' Wheels
Yes, with the official adapter
Yes, directly
Latest Firmware
26 October 2026
7 October 2026
Dimensions
293 x 132 x 133
135 x 135 x 303
Weight
8.5kg
11kg

Where to buy

Asetek SimSports Forte Direct Drive Wheelbase 18Nm

  • SimRaceTEQBest price
    899.00 €Buy
  • SimracerAT
    899.00 €Buy
  • SimRaceWebshop
    941.16 €Buy
  • Helente
    942.14 €Buy
  • SimRacerZoneOut of stock
    949.00 €Buy

Simucube 3 PRO - Without Link Hub

  • Apex300Best price
    1,341.61 €Buy
  • GermanSimRacing
    1,424.58 €Buy
  • SimShop
    1,424.60 €Buy
  • SimRaceTEQ
    1,429.00 €Buy
  • SimracerAT
    1,449.00 €Buy

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Frequently asked questions

Which is the better choice, the Asetek SimSports Forte Direct Drive Wheelbase 18Nm or the Simucube 3 PRO - Without Link Hub?

It depends on how you drive. The verdict above weighs the specs, the live prices and what the community reports, so you decide on facts rather than on a marketing sheet.

Where do you buy the Asetek SimSports Forte Direct Drive Wheelbase 18Nm or the Simucube 3 PRO - Without Link Hub at the best price?

We compare the live prices of every shop we track for both products. The "Where to buy" section above shows the best offer of the day.

Are Asetek SimSports accessories compatible with Simucube?

Each brand has its own ecosystem: quick release, data link, drivers. Asetek SimSports and Simucube do not share theirs, so check the compatibility guide of the product, or let the builder check your whole setup.

The Asetek SimSports Forte Direct Drive Wheelbase 18Nm or the Simucube 3 PRO - Without Link Hub for console sim racing?

Console support depends on the exact model: read the platform row of the spec table above. On PC both work without restriction.

How do you choose between these two?

Start with your budget, then your main use (GT, rally, drift, F1), then what your rig already has. The setup quiz narrows it down in three minutes.

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