AFFORDABLE Sim Racing Shifter | Thrustmaster TH8S Review
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- Опубліковано 9 вер 2023
- Thrustmaster has just released the $70 TH8S, a baby brother to the pricey TH8A and a direct-competitor to the massively popular Logitech shifter. In this video, I’ll be going through the good, the bad, and whether I would recommend the Thrustmaster TH8S shifter!
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I remember stumbling upon your reviews when I was looking for which wheel to buy. I never thought I'd get so hooked to sim-gear reviews, lol. Good job, keep it up!
Aww, I appreciate it :)
me too! too bad I couldn't get a good sim wheel with ffb@@OCRacing
So is it hard mountable?
I still have my TH8 shifter rarely used since my stroke 4 years ago- I now use automatic transmission 😊
It's great to hear that you've found a way to continue enjoying driving! Thanks for the comment :)
God bless I hope you're enjoying sim life either way
@@GregoryShtevensh thanks
I enjoy sim flying to with MSFS 2020 too!
@@GregoryShtevensh yes indeed thanks
@@OCRacing I enjoy sim flying with MSFS 2020 too, stay well eh!
You're making some incredible and entertaining content while giving solid information, I hope one day I can start sim racing while watching some of your reviews
I bought one for my T300RS and it was so good for training at GT7. I like this product!
THANK YOU! ive waited for this reviev for a month!
been waiting for this vid after the short clip you posted not long ago.
i think i'll get it to play on my ps5
awesome clip as usual, btw
Bought this on launch. For occasional use on GT7 its great and much better than the Logitech shifter i had with my old G29 setup. I have swapped the cheap plastic gearknob for a metal one which i got off eBay with an adapter. Feels and looks a lot better.
For the g29ss shifter?
Great information thanks for the video. keep up the great work!
I bought it a month ago and i've been waiting for this review since. Great Vid!
Awesome! What are your thoughts on it so far?
@@OCRacing It seems pretty good so far, especially in ets2. For $70 It's a huge upgrade from the Logitech shifter
People waiting for or looking for reviews on products they have already bought are just looking for validation. I think it is better to do the research first and then just enjoy it. It is easy to take some negative opinions personally (whether it is rage or despair or self loathing) when you are already invested in the product with your identity, so to speak.
Just so happened to come out on Amazon the day after I upgraded to my Thrustmaster TX, pre-ordered it and have been enjoying it since! I believe it's an improvement from the G920 shifter
Been waiting for this!
Hope the wait was worth it!
I had considered this when I was looking at shifters, but I opted for the big boxy boy on Amazon, but I like that there are entry level options like this
very cool pfp
is the shift you got only compatible with pc?
Yeah, almost every universal shifter won't work on any console@@pmagnitude
I have this thing and I love it! Much better than Logitech's garbage (just not for me, I know it has its fans). It's well built for an entry level shifter for just a bit more cash, not as good as the TH8A obviously, but still very good!
This thing reminds me of an old Act Labs shifter I was using ages ago. The main difference were metal, replaceable pattern plates. And I did exactly the same thing You wanted to do - replaced the knob with a third party one ;)
same, they look way too similiar
Hey OC, I've just got a quick question. I have been loving the content and especially your style of reviews! I currently play on a desk-mounted G920 w/h shifter and Moza Handbrake, and I am looking for an alternative mounting mechanism. I am either thinking of buying a wheelstand such as the NLR Wheel Stand 2.0, or a foldable cockpit such as a playseat challenge or NLR GT lite pro. I am also looking into upgrading to DD soon, probably either with a Moza R5 or Fanatec CSL DD. Which of the rigs do you think I should go for based on my current equipment and possible future improvements? I don't have a lot of space so that is why I am looking at these ones. Any other alternatives to these are also greatly appreciated! Thanks!
Thanks, perfect timing , old guy 54 , new to sims racing needed something cheap to go with Thrustmaster wheel .
Glad to hear!
Just picked this up at Best buy for $49.99 during the Black Friday sale I believe it'll still be on sale until Cyber Monday. I'm sure it's definitely worth that. Can't wait to try it out.
THAT INTRO WAS CLEAN
I just stopped in to say I think you have the best B-roll around! 🙂 That was all.
Cant wait for another iracing series!
Yes mom I did use your credit card to rent out a cinema to watch the new oc racing video.
Mr. Beast type beat
I speak spanish and the other day I saw a review from a spanish guy and he said that on pc this shifter can be use as an hydraulic handbrake because it has an analog mode, I think that is great to have extra functions :D
Now we need a cheap handbrake from TM
YES WE DO!😮
@@Jankyslego I KNOW!
I actually use an old thrustmaster flight stick alongside my t150 as an ebrake, it works really well somehow
@@guardrailhitter I use my Logitech 3d extreme pro as a hand break but I want an actual hand break that’s cheap and not a flight stick as it’s not the best lmao
I think I would still buy the shh shifter tho. Good vid oc!
Respectable choice 👍
OC Racing is love, OC Racing is life
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I feel like $70 is a bit expensive for the cheap materials used, but compared to the TH8A it is a much better value. I'm just wondering, for someone like me who mainly does sim racing on PC (I have an xbox but am not sure if I'll connect my wheel to it), should I go for the TH8S which works well with my thrustmaster TXRW wheel, or should I go with an ebay H-pattern shifter instead? I heard they have more feedback plus they/re made of metal, but doesn't have a convenient mounting bracket
I actualy just finished making a 3d printed DIY sim racing shifter by CET3D on thingyverse 7 + R yet to fully test as I'm currently printing a table clamp. For $70 the TH8S is fine slots into the gap in the market nicely.
should i buy this shifter or spend 30 euros more for an shh shifter?
is it worth it, btw very good review!
Finally. Too little too late though as I'm no longer in the Thrustmaster ecosystem.....yes I know I could use it with my PC, but I already have a China usb based unit that's almost entirely made of metal, and it's very much so strong. That will be the main competition here, and they are already well proven, so while this is decent, it's already been beat. Great job here as always Oscar.
Yup, I know exactly what you're talking about and that shifter will definitely compete with this new offering. Might make a new video comparing them!
@@OCRacingplease do
Can I get the name please?
@dragon2knight i'm looking for a china version of thrustmaster as well. which shifter did you get?
A more detailed comparision against the logitech and a common Ebay USB shifter with a clear verdict could've been included in the review too
Thanks for the feedback 👍
@@OCRacingactually in the market for a shifter right now, an updated shifter comparison would be great!
So @ the end of the day a much better shifter than the $70.00 logitec, sold that all I needed LOL. I know a better shifter will give you a better feel just not in my budget, it's this or nothing. Thanks for the vid. Cheers
Between each paragraph the volume for the music and engine revving goes up so high, it feels a little unnecessary but this was nearly a year ago so I’m sure skills have improved
I JUST GOT A ALU RIG, its a game changer!
Can you link a recommended shift knob replacement? Thanks!
would you recommend it over the logitech one if they were the same price?
Just got my 2nd sim wheel, which is the thrustmaster ferrari 458 wheel, and im wondering if there's a way to connect the shifter since im also getting upgraded pedels. I heard that you are able to add a shifter.
I was on their website this morning and I did not see this. Was trying to find out the price if I got things individually
See I have Xbox so I wanted the Logitech one so bad is there any 3rd party ones that is like the Logitech ?? Thanks great video also I have an entry level THURSTMASTER TMX I don’t even think they make it anymore lol 😂
When trying to dig race using this I miss shift a lot lol but it is my first time using a shifter lol
Should I get the th8s or a generic usb shifter
What about the sound, is it really noisy shifting gears ??? Is it similar to logitech or more like ebay or Fanatec, loud metal to metal sound.
idk if im dreamin rn but when i plugged it usb to console it completly worked?
Bro, this thing is 100x better than logitech just the resistance and quality feel, clamping force, i have used the logitech shifter for 3 or 4 years and i think the th8s is way better it actually feels tactile instead of the logitech. The logitech has no resistance whatsoever it feels like i could probably shift with my tongue, th8s atleast 2 fingers with a sort of soft click when in gear. Idk why you say it's just a little better when for the same price it is absolutely a night and day difference, i also tried it in the store alongside the th8a and it is the same feeling just not with the metal bits, and a little different knob, that's not worth the 140 euro difference for me. i like the knob it's still nice in the hand and the shape feels realistic enough better than the logitech one, you're bashing it's realism when most consumers of this product use it at their desk, it's just for fun and it feels way more realistic than the logitech one i don't think you gave it justice.
This is what I was looking for thx
Bro can I use the g29 wheel with this shifter on PC please let me know
@@mood-mh8biyou can
Honestly a pretty nice shifter. I use the Logitech shifter along with the Leo Bodnar shifter adapter, so idk if it's worth getting the TH8S
I would say from not owning a Logitech shifter myself but using one and then planning on getting this I feel like the extra gear and having reverse be its own comfortable but one thing to note is that this one doesn’t centre which causes going into 7th and R a bit more difficult than the other gears
honestly id just prefer the TH8S since it is a far better deal over the old one and the fact that the logi shifter is too small for me to comfortably use
Uhm i have used logitech shifter for 3 to 4 years yes definitely worth it, paid 60 euro for mine, it felt exactly the same as the th8a side by side in the store, it is way better than the logitech, the th8s is very sturdy feeling and feels way better shifting than the logitech i would definitely recommend, maybe try to find one in a store and try, very crisp shifts
@@Its_Danny- ive used mine for awhile and i have to say it is very comfortable and does shift very crisp and both this and th8a use the same internals just in a more compact form factor and more plastic but other than that it is 100% worth it
@@disnoxis exactly and for the price it's great, for me it's 140 euro price difference between the th8a and th8s so it's a no brainer
3:27
Has the shift knob come off the shaft?
If it still doesn't come off, heat the bottom part with a hair dryer a little.
The tip of the shaft is oval rather than circular, so instead of turning it, try rocking it back and forth while pulling the lower part.
I got it easily.
What shifters work on it?
PLZ someone tell me what games work on the TH8S and the T150 thrustmaster because my games don’t work on it
Can i use DIN cable to connect to my thrustmaster to play on PC?
Lmao that ending. 😂
Gotta do what i gotta do 🤷♂️
Does the shifter work with the t150 pro on PlayStation 5 and on gran turismo 7 I don’t want to buy it and have not work on my favorite sim racer😅
What's the thread size? I want to get this but I don't like the knob on the shifter.
My setup has the sparco handbrake and th8a shifter, I wish this was an option when I bought my shifter.
So does it actually work with the Ferrari steering wheel?
Can I use that on g920 cause I’m confused
Do the Logitech shifters work on trustmaster wheels as well?
how do you specifically think it stacks against the more expensive tm option, worth considering or just worth saving up longer
personaally from owning both i feel its a way better option it feels cheaper and lighter than the original but also its newer and like 40% of the price of the original
Absolute W review
Honestly, if you've got an aluminum rig or something you don't mind drilling into, the aliexpress h pattern shifters are still undefeated in price to performance for me.
Do you have any examples of decent H shifters on Ali Express?
Will it plug onto the tmx?
Thanks for Great vid. I have a question: I bought it last month and I didn't encounter any issues when connecting it to my PC. But when connecting it to the PS4 to play grandturismo (via the wheel's connection port), the console doesn't recognize it. Have you tested it yet?
I think he said it only will work with the PC.
On the TH8S with a plastic knob kinda feel like a toy, So wrapped the side of the knob with badminton grip or cut a leather for more premium looking but from me.. using badminton grip kinda make me comfortable while shifting.
Sooo, this nice piece of kit will not for the xbox, nor will it work with a logitech wheelbase?? 🤦🏻F.
I aint getting logitechs cheap $40 thing. Erm... thanks for the review and spoiling my afternoon 🤣✌️❤️💯
Where you get your gloves from ??
I have the T300 and i believe that for 70 euros its an bargain, take into consideration that in thrustmaster bases, only th shifters are compatible, and also that my wheel and pedals cost 350 euros while the cheapest th shifter is 210, then its a great offer
It also feels almost exactly the same as th8a, honestly to me side by side in the store it felt exactly the same, just misses a few bits of metal which don't really add anything except the H pattern plate. I bought mine for 60, so yeah definitely not worth an extra 140 euros
Someone with common sense. Man the sim community is more than braindead ngl. Who justifies paying ~€200 for a shifter.
Dude there's people with real cars that pay less for maintenance.
That said the th8s and th8a are the same fricken thing. One's plastic and the other isnt.
Just get the cheapest one and save urself a lot of money
@@tunod- Exactly my thoughts!
How does this compare to the shh newt2🤔
If this had the same plate that the TH8A has for making it a sequential shifter this would knock the logitech shifter out of the park for sure.
5:28 I can already hear my group B rally car exploding in a million pieces when I shift from 4th to 3rd insted of 5th 🎆🎆🎆
It might be heel toe downshifting, initial D vibes haha
I got a used t300 and it should arrive on monday and got this shifter for it
hows the shifter going?
@@drwhulikesyou its really nice
Will it work for the Logitech g29
My son turned 9yrs old a couple months ago, and he enjoys racing games. He has a PS5, so im getting him Gran Turismo 7, the thrustmaster 150, and this shifter. Will it do the trick as his first racing wheel and shifter setup?
Oh most definitely 👍
If you’re buying on Amazon, the link in the video description has the best price on this shifter.
You can also find my review on the T150 here:
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@@OCRacingI was sold on the T150 from your video lol. And already bought the TH8S shifter a couple hours ago. Same price at Best Buy here in canada. Also picking up a practically brand new T150 for $140 Canadian. Getting it tomorrow
Does it work with the logitech 923 for ps5
Anyone know if it will fit the Diwangus stand? On the website it says it supports TH8
Then it most likely will
Gonna change that gearknob into h-shifter for ets2/ats should be much better than g29 shifter
Does it work with a thrustmaster t80
Is it true that the din cable won't work on PC even with TM wheelbase?
Yes Im using usb
stupid question but can i use a logitech shifter or a fanatec shifter or a thrustmaster shifter or any other shifter with a superdrive subsonic sv450 wheel but like
If i just buy any shifter can i connect it to my computer and it will work?
If you dont know a sv450 is a cheap wheel i use because i had a tight budget for a wheel but i want to use a shifter to but idk if it will work please inform me at some point
This shifter comes with two cables:
One to connect it to Thrustmaster wheels and USB to directly connect it to a PC. I bought one a few days ago but I couldn't test it yet.
It probably depends on the game if it works. Some are able to handle several devices at once e.g. the Saitec Heavy Equipment Controller consists of two devices: The wheel amd the console with all the buttons and both work at once in ATS.
Do you think this is better than the Logitech shifter?
Big fan of it being a 7 speed. Would noy mind switching out my Logitech shifter.
i have used logitech shifter for 3 to 4 years, yes definitely worth it, paid 60 euro for mine, it felt exactly the same as the th8a side by side in the store, it is way better than the logitech, the th8s is very sturdy feeling and feels way better shifting than the logitech i would definitely recommend, maybe try to find one in a store and try, very crisp shifts
So.. I'm running out of choices here..
My Tmx wheel has just died out of nowhere, been looking for another wheel, which I have my eyes on the TX.
Though.. my th8s cable, the din6 or whatever it's called.. the pins got bent and broke off for some reason.. I can't use the normal USB cable for my Xbox, as far as I remember atleast, I kinda need it and no site I've seen has it.
TLDR: Broke my shifter cable like a dumbass, I need another one.. 😅
Someone pls tell me if this works with a Logitech g29 on pc because it says it would in the video but my friends said it won’t
It works for me just fine
@@perfumegaming aight tysm bro
before watching the video im already confused why they made a budget version of a budget shifter (not budget in price just feel)
What the thread of the knob? M4?
It’s work with g29?
can you please review the PVN V12
Can you use it as hand brake? Or sequential shifter?
Not as stock. With third party knobs, probably.
Does it connect to g920 please tell me accidentally brought pedals and steering wheel
It does not connect to the wheel, so unless you’re playing on PC, It won’t work.
has anyone bought this shifter and had the same issue in the video were the shifter knob wont come off. Im wanting this for use in ats and plan on putting a truck shifter knob on it. and i'm hopping I won't need to get creative on removing it.
someone in the comments here got it off quite easily by heating the bottom part with a hairdryer, if not you can always use brute force :)
2:08 can or can’t?
Is it compatible with a tmx which has no clutch pedal
Yes it is as it will, you’ll just have to enable auto clutch in-game
I'm an absolute beginner with the sim racing world, having picked up a T248 to play Dirt Rally 2. I picked up this shifter as a starting point and have enjoyed it so far, though I'm surprised that in all the videos I've watched, nobody has touched on the analogue function that's in the controller software! Click this on and BAM, it's a very inexpensive handbrake option! Can't have both at the same time though, but it feels decent enough for an absolute starter IMO
@spotifyfree9421 2 months later, it's still holding strong! I mostly use it as a handbrake for WRC and Dirt. But when I change it to the shifter for Mudrunner, it's still working great!
my th8s shifter dose not work help me
That looks so much better than the logitech equivalent.
Uhm i have used logitech shifter for 3 to 4 years, th8s definitely worth it, paid 60 euro for mine, it felt exactly the same as the th8a side by side in the store, it is way better than the logitech, the th8s is very sturdy feeling and feels way better shifting than the logitech i would definitely recommend, maybe try to find one in a store and try, very crisp shifts
So do you need a clutch pedal for this to work?
No
Does anyone know if the shifter is compatible with the thrust master t80 wheel?
if you're on pc you can use any wheel, it plugs into your pc with usb
does this work in forza horizon 4 pc?
You never said what wheels its compatible with
Im hesitant to get it, cant find anything on whether its compatible with the tmx pro
It is
It will work on the slot ps4
Yup, says on the box you can use it by plugging it into the ps5 usb port. In reality nope, you can't. Now I have to take it back. Why are they advertising it as so?
Cool