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Fanatec ClubSport Steering Wheel RS vs VRS R295 Steering Wheel

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Verdict

VRS R295 Steering Wheel leads on 13 criteria vs 4 for Fanatec ClubSport Steering Wheel RS (6 tied).

  • Different ecosystems: committing to Fanatec or Vrs determines compatible wheels

  • Only VRS R295 Steering Wheel has USB passthrough — useful for SimHub dashboards and third-party wheels

  • Fanatec ClubSport Steering Wheel RS supports more consoles — important if you play on PS5 or Xbox

  • VRS R295 Steering Wheel has RGB LEDs — customizable colors and richer visual alerts

Specs comparison

Spec
Fanatec ClubSport Steering Wheel RS
VRS R295 Steering Wheel
Diameter
320mm
295mm
Shape
GT
GT
Buttons
11
10
Front Encoders
—
3
Thumb Encoders
—
4
Toggles
—
0
Paddle Shifters
Magnetic Shifters
Dual Clutch
Funky Switch
1
2
D-Pad / Hat Switch
—
0
Display
Display Type
Led
—
RPM LEDs
RPM LED Count
—
10
RGB LEDs
Total LEDs
—
24
SimHub Compatible
Software
—
Directforce Config Tool
Quick Release
Fanatec QR2
70mm PCD
Ecosystem
Fanatec
Vrs
Material
Aluminum
Aluminum
Grip Material
Leather
TPE
USB Passthrough
—
USB via QR
Connectivity
Proprietary
USB
Platforms
PC, PS4
PC
Weight
1.5kg
1.473kg

Where to buy

Fanatec ClubSport Steering Wheel RS

  • SimRaceWebshopBest price
    327.23 €Buy
  • Simline
    328.01 €Buy
  • SimShop
    328.01 €Buy
  • TFS
    329.90 €Buy
  • Grosbill
    329.90 €Buy

VRS R295 Steering Wheel

  • SimRaceTEQBest price
    319.00 €Buy
  • SimwearOut of stock
    346.12 €Buy
  • VRSOut of stock
    349.00 €Buy
  • simmotion
    349.00 €Buy
  • Simufy
    349.99 €Buy

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Frequently asked questions

Which is the better choice, the Fanatec ClubSport Steering Wheel RS or the VRS R295 Steering Wheel?

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 Fanatec ClubSport Steering Wheel RS or the VRS R295 Steering Wheel 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 Fanatec accessories compatible with VRS?

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

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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