MOZA R5 Racing Bundle vs Thrustmaster T248R
MOZA R5 Racing Bundle (#2, best value) vs Thrustmaster T248R (#3): in our Racing Wheels scoring the MOZA R5 Racing Bundle totals 8.9/10 and the Thrustmaster T248R 8.2/10, the MOZA R5 Racing Bundle leading on Force Feedback and Build Quality.
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Side by side
| MOZA R5 Racing Bundle | Thrustmaster T248R | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $279 | $299.99 |
| Torque | 5.5Nm Direct Drive | 3.1Nm T-HD Hybrid Drive |
| Steering Angle | Up to 2700 degrees | — |
| Wheel Size | 11-inch ES wheel | — |
| Pedals | SR-P Lite dual pedals | T3PM 3-pedal set, Hall-effect, 4 brake stiffness levels |
| Platform | PC only | PS5, PS4, PC |
| Refresh Rate | 1000Hz USB | — |
| Construction | Aviation-grade aluminum | — |
| Buttons | — | 25 action buttons incl. 2 dual-activation encoders |
| Display | — | Color LCD (20+ views), 4 status LEDs |
| 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 MOZA R5 Racing Bundle and the Thrustmaster T248R made our Top 5 Racing Wheels, at #2 (best value) and #3. Direct drive force feedback at a price that undercuts belt-driven competitors, and a price drop has only widened that gap. The ES steering wheel and SR-P Lite pedals make this the most accessible DD setup on the market. 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 MOZA R5 Racing Bundle totals 8.9 out of 10 and the Thrustmaster T248R 8.2. The widest gap is Force Feedback, where the MOZA R5 Racing Bundle scores 9 against 8 for the Thrustmaster T248R — FFB quality and strength. Build Quality also separates them: 9 for the MOZA R5 Racing Bundle versus 8 for the Thrustmaster T248R.
On paper, the specifications that actually differ: Torque — 5.5Nm Direct Drive on the MOZA R5 Racing Bundle versus 3.1Nm T-HD Hybrid Drive on the Thrustmaster T248R; Pedals — SR-P Lite dual pedals on the MOZA R5 Racing Bundle versus T3PM 3-pedal set, Hall-effect, 4 brake stiffness levels on the Thrustmaster T248R; Platform — PC only on the MOZA R5 Racing Bundle versus PS5, PS4, PC on the Thrustmaster T248R.
Pricing as of September 2, 2026: $279 for the MOZA R5 Racing Bundle and $299.99 for the Thrustmaster T248R, a $20.99 difference in the MOZA R5 Racing Bundle's favor. Owners praise the MOZA R5 Racing Bundle for 5.5Nm direct drive at an unbeatable price and aviation-grade aluminum construction; the most common complaint is PC only — no console support. 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).
MOZA R5 Racing Bundle
- 5.5Nm direct drive at an unbeatable price
- Aviation-grade aluminum construction
- Complete bundle with wheel, base, pedals, and clamp
- Cloud-based Pit House app for deep tuning
- PC only — no console support
- Pedals are basic compared to premium sets
- Desk clamp mounting only (no cockpit brackets included)
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 MOZA R5 Racing Bundle is the better fit for PC sim racers wanting direct drive value and entry to mid-level sim racers upgrading — 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. Since the MOZA R5 Racing Bundle is both the higher scorer and $20.99 cheaper, the Thrustmaster T248R only makes sense for mid-budget sim racers. The MOZA R5 Racing Bundle is a poor fit for console gamers (PS5/Xbox); the Thrustmaster T248R is a poor fit for those wanting direct drive feel.
Choose the MOZA R5 Racing Bundle if
- PC sim racers wanting direct drive value
- Entry to mid-level sim racers upgrading
- Assetto Corsa and iRacing players
Skip it if
- Console gamers (PS5/Xbox)
- Those wanting premium pedals
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 MOZA R5 Racing Bundle better than the Thrustmaster T248R?
In our Racing Wheels ranking the MOZA R5 Racing Bundle scores higher overall, 8.9 to 8.2, with the biggest advantage in Force Feedback. The Thrustmaster T248R does not out-score it on any criterion we weigh.
How much more does the Thrustmaster T248R cost than the MOZA R5 Racing Bundle?
$20.99 more as of September 2, 2026: $299.99 for the Thrustmaster T248R against $279 for the MOZA R5 Racing Bundle. Prices move, so the merchant page shows the current figure.
What is the main difference between the MOZA R5 Racing Bundle and the Thrustmaster T248R?
The headline spec difference is Torque: 5.5Nm Direct Drive on the MOZA R5 Racing Bundle versus 3.1Nm T-HD Hybrid Drive on the Thrustmaster T248R. In use, the gap that matters most is Force Feedback (9 vs 8 in our scoring): FFB quality and strength.