Fanatec Gran Turismo DD Pro vs Thrustmaster T248R
Fanatec Gran Turismo DD Pro (#1, best overall) vs Thrustmaster T248R (#3): in our Racing Wheels scoring the Fanatec Gran Turismo DD Pro totals 9.5/10 and the Thrustmaster T248R 8.2/10, the Fanatec Gran Turismo DD Pro leading on Force Feedback and Build Quality and the Thrustmaster T248R on Value.
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Side by side
| Fanatec Gran Turismo DD Pro | Thrustmaster T248R | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $799.99 | $299.99 |
| Torque | 5Nm (upgradeable to 8Nm) | 3.1Nm T-HD Hybrid Drive |
| Motor | FluxBarrier Direct Drive | — |
| Wheel Diameter | 280mm | — |
| Pedals | CSL 2-pedal with Hall sensors | T3PM 3-pedal set, Hall-effect, 4 brake stiffness levels |
| Platform | PS5, PS4, PC | PS5, PS4, PC |
| Display | OLED + RevLED strip | Color LCD (20+ views), 4 status LEDs |
| Quick Release | QR1 automotive-grade | — |
| Buttons | — | 25 action buttons incl. 2 dual-activation encoders |
| Paddle Shifters | — | Mag-Shift magnetic |
How they differ in real use
Built from our racing wheels scoring, each product's published specifications, and verified owner feedback — not hands-on testing.
Both the Fanatec Gran Turismo DD Pro and the Thrustmaster T248R made our Top 5 Racing Wheels, at #1 (best overall) and #3. Official Gran Turismo direct drive wheel with 8Nm of torque—unmatched detail and smoothness in force feedback. The CSL pedals are solid, and the Fanatec ecosystem offers the best upgrade path. Thrustmaster's current-generation replacement for the T248: the same T3PM pedal set and LCD telemetry display now paired with Mag-Shift magnetic paddle shifters and 3 adjustable BOOST force-feedback levels, at a lower price than the outgoing model. Excellent mid-range option.
We score racing wheels on Force Feedback (35%), Build Quality (25%), Pedals (20%), Ecosystem (10%) and Value (10%). On that basis the Fanatec Gran Turismo DD Pro totals 9.5 out of 10 and the Thrustmaster T248R 8.2. The widest gap is Force Feedback, where the Fanatec Gran Turismo DD Pro scores 10 against 8 for the Thrustmaster T248R — FFB quality and strength. Build Quality also separates them: 10 for the Fanatec Gran Turismo DD Pro versus 8 for the Thrustmaster T248R. The Thrustmaster T248R claws back ground on Value.
On paper, the specifications that actually differ: Torque — 5Nm (upgradeable to 8Nm) on the Fanatec Gran Turismo DD Pro versus 3.1Nm T-HD Hybrid Drive on the Thrustmaster T248R; Pedals — CSL 2-pedal with Hall sensors on the Fanatec Gran Turismo DD Pro versus T3PM 3-pedal set, Hall-effect, 4 brake stiffness levels on the Thrustmaster T248R; Display — OLED + RevLED strip on the Fanatec Gran Turismo DD Pro versus Color LCD (20+ views), 4 status LEDs on the Thrustmaster T248R. They match on Platform.
Pricing as of September 2, 2026: $799.99 for the Fanatec Gran Turismo DD Pro and $299.99 for the Thrustmaster T248R, a $500 difference in the Thrustmaster T248R's favor. Owners praise the Fanatec Gran Turismo DD Pro for official PlayStation 5 and Gran Turismo license and patented FluxBarrier direct drive technology; the most common complaint is very expensive at $700. Owners praise the Thrustmaster T248R for t-HD hybrid drive with 3 selectable BOOST FFB levels and T3PM 3-pedal set with 4-stage brake stiffness; the most common complaint is not true direct drive (hybrid belt+gear system).
Fanatec Gran Turismo DD Pro
- Official PlayStation 5 and Gran Turismo license
- Patented FluxBarrier direct drive technology
- OLED display and RevLED strip on wheel
- Expandable Fanatec ecosystem (pedals, shifters, wheels)
- Very expensive at $700
- Only 5Nm standard (8Nm requires extra purchase)
- 2-pedal set only — clutch pedal sold separately
Thrustmaster T248R
- T-HD hybrid drive with 3 selectable BOOST FFB levels
- T3PM 3-pedal set with 4-stage brake stiffness
- Mag-Shift magnetic paddle shifters
- Color LCD with 20+ telemetry views
- Not true direct drive (hybrid belt+gear system)
- Non-removable wheel
- 3.1Nm torque still modest next to direct-drive wheels
Which should you buy?
The Fanatec Gran Turismo DD Pro is the better fit for gran Turismo enthusiasts and PS5 sim racers wanting direct drive — it is the higher-scoring pick here, chiefly for Force Feedback and Build Quality. The Thrustmaster T248R is the better fit for mid-budget sim racers and PS5 racing game fans, and the stronger choice if Value matters more to you than the overall score. If the $500 saving matters more than Force Feedback, the Thrustmaster T248R is the better value. The Fanatec Gran Turismo DD Pro is a poor fit for budget shoppers; the Thrustmaster T248R is a poor fit for those wanting direct drive feel.
Choose the Fanatec Gran Turismo DD Pro if
- Gran Turismo enthusiasts
- PS5 sim racers wanting direct drive
- Those building a Fanatec ecosystem
Skip it if
- Budget shoppers
- Xbox-only players
Choose the Thrustmaster T248R if
- Mid-budget sim racers
- PS5 racing game fans
- Those wanting integrated telemetry display
Skip it if
- Those wanting direct drive feel
- Hardcore sim racers
Common questions
Is the Fanatec Gran Turismo DD Pro better than the Thrustmaster T248R?
In our Racing Wheels ranking the Fanatec Gran Turismo DD Pro scores higher overall, 9.5 to 8.2, with the biggest advantage in Force Feedback. The Thrustmaster T248R is stronger on Value, so it is the better pick if that matters most to you.
How much more does the Fanatec Gran Turismo DD Pro cost than the Thrustmaster T248R?
$500 more as of September 2, 2026: $799.99 for the Fanatec Gran Turismo DD Pro against $299.99 for the Thrustmaster T248R. Prices move, so the merchant page shows the current figure. What the extra buys is mostly Force Feedback — 10 versus 8 in our scoring.
What is the main difference between the Fanatec Gran Turismo DD Pro and the Thrustmaster T248R?
The headline spec difference is Torque: 5Nm (upgradeable to 8Nm) on the Fanatec Gran Turismo DD Pro versus 3.1Nm T-HD Hybrid Drive on the Thrustmaster T248R. In use, the gap that matters most is Force Feedback (10 vs 8 in our scoring): FFB quality and strength.