Logitech G29 Review: Is This Classic Racing Wheel Still Worth Buying in 2026?

In short, the Logitech G29 (Logicool G29 Driving Force) remains a proven, worthwhile choice for a first racing wheel in 2026. It costs around ¥40,000 for the wheel itself, or around ¥60,000 as a bundle with a six-speed manual shifter. Its force feedback uses a 2.2 N·m gear drive, so it falls behind higher-end options such as the T300RS (¥50,000) and direct drive racing wheels. But its overall polish as a Logitech product, low total cost when adding peripherals, and PS5 support still make it one of the strongest choices for newcomers.

In this article, I organize what I have said about the G29 across 47 Picar Channel videos, focusing on people starting sim racing and those looking to take a step up from HORI. I cover the pedals, force feedback, shifter, and its relationship with the newer G923.

My verdict in 30 seconds

Based on what I have covered across 47 Picar Channel videos, the Logitech G29 is still a solid choice in 2026 as a first proper racing wheel and a long-running classic you can live with for years. It gives up ground to the G923 and T300RS in force feedback strength and road-surface detail, but it properly delivers the basics at an entry-level price: a complete ¥60,000 package with a shifter, Logitech's dependability, and PS5 support. If you see it as equipment for enjoying racing games rather than chasing a full-scale simulator experience, it is hard to beat as a long-lived model.

What is the Logitech G29? A true classic

The G29 is a core model in Logitech G's Driving Force series and a long-running wheel commonly described as a true classic in sim racing. Since it has been on sale for many years, I position it on Picar Channel as an established model with exceptional longevity.

To explore more options, also see the Logicool G RS50 Official Specs Guide: 8 N·m, PS5 and PC Support and my review of the Logicool G PRO Racing Wheel based on past videos: 11 N·m.

Logicool G29 — the G29 carries on the Driving Force lineage that Logitech has developed over many years. It includes three pedals and is often sold as a bundle with a shifter. Being able to get a six-speed manual shifter in the package is appealing. It costs around ¥60,000 with the shifter, or in the ¥40,000 range for the racing wheel alone.

— From Picar Channel's “Reviewing all nine racing wheels compatible with Gran Turismo 7”

Key specifications

Force feedback and handling in practice

The G29 uses 2.2 N·m gear-driven force feedback. That is clearly entry-level against a modern mid-range model such as the T300RS, with its belt drive and stronger force feedback, or direct drive wheels in the 10 N·m-and-up range. Still, Logitech's characteristic balance is why this wheel has remained popular for so long.

As you would expect from Logitech, it is a very well-balanced product. Rather than a full-scale simulator, it is better suited to people who want to enjoy steering with a wheel in games. … It may give up a step to the T300RS on specs, but if you value trust in the Logitech brand and the convenience of getting a shifter as part of the package, it is a good option.

— From Picar Channel's “GT7-compatible racing wheel review: nine models”

In other words, the G29 is not so much equipment for pursuing the ultimate simulator experience as it is equipment for playing games comfortably and having fun. Buy it with that understanding, and it can deliver a high level of satisfaction.

Light pedals: the reality of modding

The G29's included pedals have a widely known weakness that I have also covered on Picar Channel.

Because the brake pedal is very light, I recommend improving the more realistic pedal feel with a modification such as adding rubber inside it.

— From Picar Channel's “GT7-compatible racing wheel review: nine models”

So, if you plan to use the G29 seriously for a long time, adding a rubber pedal mod relatively early after purchase has become the standard approach. There is plenty of information on specific mod methods on YouTube and in sim-racing communities, and it is not a particularly difficult modification.

The strength of the shifter bundle

The G29's biggest feature is that you can buy it in a package with a six-speed manual H-pattern shifter. On competing wheels in this price range, the shifter is sold separately—and often costs ¥10,000 to ¥20,000 on its own. That means the G29's ¥60,000 bundle should not be judged on the wheel alone.

When you look at total cost including a shifter and clutch pedal, the G923 has an advantage. Building a T300 setup with a shifter costs roughly ¥80,000 to ¥90,000, whereas with the G923, you can put together the wheel and the G29 shifter for around ¥60,000.

— From Picar Channel's “Re-testing the G923 in Gran Turismo 7: the leap from the G29 is impressive”

Likewise, buying the G29 as a shifter bundle gives you a complete setup—wheel, clutch pedal, and H-pattern shifter—for ¥60,000. For drivers who want to enjoy H-pattern shifting, it is one of the best-value packages available.

Settings for Shutoko Battle 2025

For the 2025 release Shutoko Battle 2025, developer Genki has also published recommended settings for Logicool racing wheels including the G29.

The following settings are especially important. For Logicool racing wheels: sensitivity 53 and operating range 360 degrees. For Thrustmaster racing wheels: operating range 360 degrees. This 360-degree operating-range setting is extremely important; get it wrong and the car's behavior will feel completely different.

— From Picar Channel's “Shutoko Battle 2025 first play: a detailed guide to racing wheel settings”

If you own a G29, I recommend trying an operating range of 360 degrees in Logitech G HUB, followed by an in-game sensitivity setting of 53.

How it relates to the newer G923

The G923 is the direct successor to the G29. It adds TRUEFORCE, a feature designed to transmit fine road vibrations through the wheel.

Logitech G293: compared with the G29, it enhances a higher-resolution feature called “TrueForce,” which reproduces road vibrations and vehicle behavior more realistically. TrueForce works with the game's physics engine to convey details such as road conditions, tire grip, and engine vibration through the steering wheel. It produces very realistic behavior, and I personally like it. Given the roughly ¥10,000 difference in price from the G29, it is a difficult choice.

— From Picar Channel's “The racing-wheel rabbit hole runs deep! Choosing a racing wheel in 2023” (the video says “G293”; the product name is G923)

In short, the G923 sits in a similar price band but is newer and provides richer road-surface detail. I would break down the choice like this:

• G29: Plenty of stock, including used shifter bundles; a price advantage; and the reassurance of a Logitech classic
• G923: Improved road-surface detail through TRUEFORCE; around ¥10,000 more expensive

For a new purchase, the G923 has better long-term prospects. The G29 makes sense when it is attractively priced during a sale or used, especially if you plan to use it for the long run.

Real-world feel: what 47 videos tell me

What 2.2 N·m of gear-drive torque feels like

The G29's 2.2 N·m torque is clearly entry-level compared with current direct drive racing wheels at 5 to 25 N·m, but understanding what that means in practical use makes the buying decision clearer.

Logitech G29/G920: approximately 2.1 to 2.2 N·m / Thrustmaster T300RS: approximately 3.6 to 3.9 N·m / Thrustmaster T500RS: approximately 4.4 N·m / Fanatec CSW V2: approximately 7.1 N·m. In my experience, even when using a Simucube 2 Sport (approximately 17 N·m), around 7 N·m of torque in actual driving—and sometimes even around 5 N·m—is enough. In a real car with power steering, you rarely need as much as 5 N·m.

— From Picar Channel's “A high-performance, low-cost racing wheel that could become the new standard is launching”

So my hands-on impression as an experienced driver is that 5 to 7 N·m is enough in many real driving situations. The G29's 2.2 N·m is a little lighter than the steering in a power-assisted road car—closer to the steering feel of a kei car. That is one reason why the G29 is so often described as ideal for game-focused fun.

The fun of wanting to “clack through the gears” with an H-pattern shifter

Another strength of the G29 is how well it pairs with the separately sold H-pattern shifter, the Driving Force Shifter.

The G29 is an extremely popular entry-level racing wheel and an excellent-value model. What stands out is that a three-pedal set including a clutch comes as standard. Pair it with the separately sold H-pattern shifter (Driving Force Shifter), and you can experience clutch operation and manual shifting like a real car. The phrase I use in the video, “wanting to clack through the gears,” perfectly captures the fun of changing gear with this H-pattern shifter.

— From Picar Channel's “Seven best GT7 racing wheels with PS support”

My characteristic phrase, “wanting to clack through the gears,” gets right to the enjoyment of slotting gears into an H-pattern shifter. If you enjoy classic and manual-transmission cars in GT7, Forza, or Gran Turismo's historic cars, this tactile experience is a major appeal that is hard to get from other racing-wheel setups.

“It isn't DD, but it has force feedback”: an honest take on gear drive

The G29 is not a DD (direct drive) wheel, but it still has plenty of force feedback.

Its force feedback uses a gear-drive system and gives you a solid sense of the road. In the video, I say, “The G29 isn't DD, but it has torque force.” The point is that although it is not direct drive, it still delivers adequate force feedback. For those looking to enter the simulator world in earnest or experience the pleasures of manual driving, the G29 is an ideal option.

— From the same video

“It isn't DD, but it has torque force” is another short, video-style way I put it. The core of the G29 is simple: it does not offer the fine detail of a direct drive racing wheel, but it still gives you plenty of the enjoyment that makes using a racing wheel special.

The paradox of beating a flagship wheel: the strength of familiar equipment

The G29's surprising ability showed up in a time-attack comparison against a top-tier wheel setup.

A G29 in the ¥40,000 range versus a setup costing more than ¥1.2 million. What does this price gap actually bring? A shocking time-attack result: can an expensive racing wheel make you slower!? I drove iRacing with a premium wheel setup (Gran Turismo DD Extreme + ClubSport Pedals V3). The steering rigidity and pedal feel were certainly excellent, and it felt fantastic to use. But when it came to lap time… I simply could not set one. While I ran around 12 seconds with the G29, the expensive setup only produced 13.9, 14.5, and 14.7 seconds—more than a second slower than the G29.

— From Picar Channel's “Cheapest racing wheel vs. the most expensive: why can't the pricey wheel go faster?”

The fact that you can be faster with the wheel you know best captures the essence of choosing a racing wheel. It also means that someone who has used a G29 for years does not necessarily have a reason to replace it immediately.

Performance hierarchy: T300 / G923 / G29

For the performance order among similarly or closely priced racing wheels, I see it this way:

My impression of the performance hierarchy is T300 > G923 > G29. You could say the G923 gets quite close to the T300 in performance.

— From Picar Channel's “Re-testing the G923 in Gran Turismo 7: the leap from the G29 is impressive”

This does not mean the G29 is simply the “bottom” of the ranking. The right approach is to understand the gap to the higher models and choose it if it suits your use. If you want to chase lap times in serious sims such as iRacing, look to the T300RS, G923, or a DD wheel. If your priority is enjoying sim racing as a game, the G29 is enough.

Who I recommend it for—and who I do not

✅ Recommended for

• Complete beginners starting sim racing
• Drivers looking to move beyond the HORI Racing Wheel Apex
• Anyone wanting a package with an H-pattern shifter for ¥60,000
• People who like and trust Logitech products
• DIY users who do not mind modifying the pedals with added rubber
• People who want to play for fun rather than prioritize a hardcore sim experience

❌ Not recommended for

• Intermediate to advanced drivers seriously chasing lap times → Thrustmaster T300RS / Logitech G923
• Anyone who wants detailed road-vibration effects through TRUEFORCE → Logitech G923
• Drivers seeking the overwhelming response of a DD racing wheel → Fanatec DD Pro / CSL DD
• Anyone who wants a perfect setup straight away without modifying the pedals

Related videos

• Reviewing all nine racing wheels compatible with Gran Turismo 7
• Shutoko Battle 2025 first play: a detailed guide to racing wheel settings
• The racing-wheel rabbit hole runs deep! Choosing a racing wheel in 2023
• Re-testing the G923 in Gran Turismo 7: the leap from the G29 is impressive
• Seven best GT7 racing wheels with PS support

Frequently asked questions

Q1. Should I choose the G29 or G923?

A. With a price difference of around ¥10,000, the G923 improves road-surface detail through TRUEFORCE. For a new purchase, the G923 offers better long-term prospects. The G29 is the sensible pick when it is attractively priced on sale or used.

Q2. Is adding rubber to the pedals essential?

A. It is not essential, but I strongly recommend it. The brake pedal is so light that it can be difficult to brake precisely; adding rubber improves the pedal feel to something more realistic. There are many YouTube tutorials, and the modification is not particularly difficult.

Q3. Does it work on PS5?

A. Yes. The G29 supports PS5, PS4, and PC. It is also officially supported in GT7.

Q4. Should I buy the shifter bundle or the wheel on its own?

A. If you want to enjoy H-pattern shifting, I recommend the shifter bundle. Buying the separately sold shifter later increases the total cost. If you do not need a shifter and are happy with paddle shifting alone, the wheel by itself is enough.

Q5. How does it differ from the T300RS?

A. The T300RS (around ¥50,000, belt drive, stronger force feedback) performs better, but its shifter is sold separately. A complete T300RS setup costs ¥80,000 to ¥90,000, while a G29 shifter bundle costs ¥60,000. Your choice comes down to performance versus total cost.