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Fanatec Podium Steering Wheel Monte Carlo Rally vs Valo GT-23 Steering Wheel - Alcantara - Simucube 2 QR

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Verdict

Valo GT-23 Steering Wheel - Alcantara - Simucube 2 QR leads on 9 criteria vs 7 for Fanatec Podium Steering Wheel Monte Carlo Rally (7 tied).

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

  • Fanatec Podium Steering Wheel Monte Carlo Rally supports more consoles — important if you play on PS5 or Xbox

Specs comparison

Spec
Fanatec Podium Steering Wheel Monte Carlo Rally
Valo GT-23 Steering Wheel - Alcantara - Simucube 2 QR
Diameter
330mm
320mm
Shape
Rally
GT
Buttons
9
10
Front Encoders
3
2
Thumb Encoders
0
0
Paddle Shifters
Magnetic Shifters
Dual Clutch
Funky Switch
0
2
D-Pad / Hat Switch
2
0
Display
Display Type
OLED
—
Display Size
1"
—
Touchscreen
—
RPM LEDs
RPM LED Count
0
18
RGB LEDs
Total LEDs
—
18
SimHub Compatible
Software
Fanalab
Simucube Tuner
Quick Release
Fanatec QR2
Simucube SQR
Ecosystem
Fanatec
Simucube
Material
Aluminum
Aluminum
Grip Material
Suede
Alcantara
USB Passthrough
None
None
Connectivity
—
Wireless
Platforms
PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox
PC
Weight
—
2.1kg

Where to buy

Fanatec Podium Steering Wheel Monte Carlo Rally

  • fanatecBest price
    699.95 €Buy
  • Simufy
    699.95 €Buy
  • simultimateOut of stock
    705.83 €Buy
  • PureSimsOut of stock
    742.82 €Buy

Valo GT-23 Steering Wheel - Alcantara - Simucube 2 QR

  • TrakracerBest price
    699.00 €Buy
  • ThermaltakeLCGS
    759.20 €Buy
  • simmotionOut of stock
    874.00 €Buy
  • simultimate
    876.30 €Buy
  • casekingOut of stock
    881.34 €Buy

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Frequently asked questions

Which is the better choice, the Fanatec Podium Steering Wheel Monte Carlo Rally or the Valo GT-23 Steering Wheel - Alcantara - Simucube 2 QR?

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 Podium Steering Wheel Monte Carlo Rally or the Valo GT-23 Steering Wheel - Alcantara - Simucube 2 QR 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 Simucube?

Each brand has its own ecosystem: quick release, data link, drivers. Fanatec and Simucube 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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