Wheel bases
Asetek SimSports Forte Direct Drive Wheelbase 18Nm vs Direct Drive VRS DirectForce PRO Base
Asetek SimSports Forte Direct Drive Wheelbase 18Nm
866.22 €
at simultimate
Compare prices6-2
9 ties
Direct Drive VRS DirectForce PRO Base
793.38 €
at Simufy
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Asetek SimSports Forte Direct Drive Wheelbase 18Nm leads on 6 criteria vs 2 for Direct Drive VRS DirectForce PRO Base (9 tied).
Direct Drive VRS DirectForce PRO Base is 9% cheaper
Direct Drive VRS DirectForce PRO Base delivers 11% more torque (20Nm vs 18Nm) — both exceed the 12Nm sweet spot, the difference shows in force feedback detail
Different ecosystems: committing to Asetek or Vrs 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
Direct Drive VRS DirectForce PRO Base offers better torque value (18% less per Nm)
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Frequently asked questions
Which is the better choice, the Asetek SimSports Forte Direct Drive Wheelbase 18Nm or the Direct Drive VRS DirectForce PRO Base?
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 Direct Drive VRS DirectForce PRO Base 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 VRS?
Each brand has its own ecosystem: quick release, data link, drivers. Asetek SimSports and VRS 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 Direct Drive VRS DirectForce PRO Base 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.