Is the SiMagic GT NEO thee BEST sim racing wheel of 2024?

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  • Опубліковано 19 гру 2024

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  • @Silverturky
    @Silverturky 8 місяців тому +26

    I got this wheel and it made me look at simagic more seriously and as soon as i possibly can im switching from my fanatec to simagic. Theres no denying what they offer for the price in every category is good.

    • @Wittygoose9341
      @Wittygoose9341 8 місяців тому +2

      Do it in a heart beat. That said I probably should have paid an extra £100 for the Simucube 2 Pro

    • @TheSimCircuit
      @TheSimCircuit  8 місяців тому +1

      Like Laston says I would go simucube pro if money and echo system not important to you. However I am only talking about my personal experience I have yet to own a SiMagic base so cant make direct comparisons for you 🤷🏼‍♂️

  • @Mr_Latte_UK
    @Mr_Latte_UK 8 місяців тому +12

    I dont care what your reviewing, I just find you so funny and entertaining.
    Hope you channel continues to grow man

    • @TheSimCircuit
      @TheSimCircuit  8 місяців тому

      Thank you very much 🙌🏻, always nice to hear.

  • @bfife22
    @bfife22 8 місяців тому +7

    After having owned a few Simagic wheels before getting the GT Neo, it's definitely the best bang for buck wheel. There's some cost cutting to meet the price point for sure, but none of those details outweigh the low price point. Really hope they eventually come out with a wheel that takes this design and gives it all the high end materials and build quality of their higher end wheels

    • @anticalgary
      @anticalgary 8 місяців тому

      Have you owned gt4? Should I switch from my gt4

    • @bfife22
      @bfife22 8 місяців тому +1

      @@anticalgary I haven’t. I was close to pulling the trigger on the GT4 but went FX instead. Then later was close to pulling the trigger on a used GT4 and they announced the Neo, so I waited for it.
      They’ve already said they are working on other wheels with Maglink, so it might be better to wait and see what else comes out this year before making a decision

    • @TheSimCircuit
      @TheSimCircuit  8 місяців тому +2

      I am also wanting that high end wheel from SiMagic. If they keep up the direction they going we will all be in for treats in the future 😁 just like you mentioned I also heard they are making more wheels for the MagLink. Exciting times 🤩
      Thanks for watching 👀

  • @IvebenKruzen
    @IvebenKruzen 8 місяців тому +6

    If you are going to use the rim with the Invicta QR just put the original GT Neo plate on that has the USB-C socket and use a small USB-C cord instead.

    • @TheSimCircuit
      @TheSimCircuit  8 місяців тому +2

      Oh wow this is very useful did not realise I could do that 🙌🏻 thank you. Going to try later

    • @andreasotto1977
      @andreasotto1977 8 місяців тому +1

      I came here to write the very same. 😊
      Many people think you need the MagLink for generic USB connection, but as long as you have components that are fine with a USB C Port (which is wired to USB 2 specs with one data line only, so adapters will work) you can use the wheel right out of the box, just pop in your own QR.

    • @IvebenKruzen
      @IvebenKruzen 8 місяців тому +3

      @@andreasotto1977 I would only use the USB-C socket if the application is like the Asetek QR system so it won't apply any movement or strain to the USB port on the back of the Neo. If it's a coiled cable from the usb-c port to a hub or a PC it won't last too long before it fails.

    • @andreasotto1977
      @andreasotto1977 8 місяців тому +1

      @@IvebenKruzen correct. I forgot to mention common sense in my comment. 😬

  • @nmode7420
    @nmode7420 8 місяців тому +4

    This channel is underrated. You're entertaining, have a unique charismatic style, and the reviews are informative, relatable and just the right length. Keep this format, and I'm sure you will blow up soon. Earned my sub, thanks.

    • @TheSimCircuit
      @TheSimCircuit  8 місяців тому

      Thank you very much for the kind words matey & thank you for watching it’s much appreciated 🙌🏻

  • @02stampede
    @02stampede 8 місяців тому +2

    I bought this wheel for my Simucube base. The value is really high and mag link is such a great design. Simagic is killing it right now.

    • @TheSimCircuit
      @TheSimCircuit  8 місяців тому

      Can’t agree more with you matey SiMagic is killing it. They have been inviting and launching products that we want & need! Thanks for watching 🙌🏻

  • @mustdobetter6748
    @mustdobetter6748 4 місяці тому +2

    Yes yes. 0:15 I bought this wheel and I don’t even have a base for it. I’m surprised how heavy it is, based on how light reviewers say it is. How much do other wheels weigh?!

    • @TheSimCircuit
      @TheSimCircuit  4 місяці тому

      It’s a fantastic wheel. I can imagine the wait now being agonising long waiting for the base to use it 🫣
      Wheels over last few years have become lighter. Lighter wheels let you feel more of the force feedback details in your base. This helps especially with smaller bases of 5-8nm to still feel good.
      I own and have owned a few wheels that have been over the 2kg mark the Neo almost half that (without qr) at 1.1kg.

  • @nmode7420
    @nmode7420 8 місяців тому +3

    FYI: Simagic have confirmed they are working on a firmware update to make the encoders position based. Also, there are anodized rotary knobs available for purchase from 3rd parties.

    • @TheSimCircuit
      @TheSimCircuit  8 місяців тому +1

      This is good news 😁 it’s the only thing this wheel needs to have everything other wheels have 🤯

  • @blueferrari397
    @blueferrari397 8 місяців тому +2

    I have the NEO which I use for GT racing and the FX Pro for Open Wheels/LMP racing. Of course, the NEO is good for both, but you would be amazed how just 10mm smaller wheel can make for F1, for example. Same in reverse, with the GT NEO it just feels that little more comfortable for GT cars. I love them both.

    • @TheSimCircuit
      @TheSimCircuit  8 місяців тому +2

      100% agree with you. I think 280mm perfect for formula cars however if you can only have one I would rather suggest getting a 300mm than a 280 or 270mm but yea if you can have both then that’s best route to go 🙌🏻

    • @3Torts
      @3Torts 4 місяці тому

      @@TheSimCircuit now they have 290s haha

  • @MrMikap74
    @MrMikap74 8 місяців тому +6

    Yesssss!! You are THE MAN

    • @TheSimCircuit
      @TheSimCircuit  8 місяців тому

      Thank you matey for watching as always it’s much appreciated. 🙌🏻🙌🏻

  • @almightyIrie
    @almightyIrie 8 місяців тому +2

    It looks absolutely beautiful.. i'm still saving up for my first ever rig, but this wheel will be part of it eventually (maybe down the road and not from the get go, but whatever).

    • @TheSimCircuit
      @TheSimCircuit  8 місяців тому +1

      Thanks for watching matey it’s appreciated. As long as you race and enjoy that’s all that matters the rig will come believe me and you don’t need everything now. My first setup I was using telephone books under my coffee table to get a better angle for my wheel. Today you don’t even get telephone books any more 🤯

  • @reviewforthetube6485
    @reviewforthetube6485 8 місяців тому +2

    This is the best wheel for the price on the market period.

    • @TheSimCircuit
      @TheSimCircuit  8 місяців тому

      I think so too, honestly if SiMagic wanted to they could have charged $350 and nobody would have said anything 🤯

  • @tonygee3284
    @tonygee3284 5 місяців тому +2

    I have mine ordered
    I will be looking hard at Simagic products from now.

    • @TheSimCircuit
      @TheSimCircuit  5 місяців тому

      Yesss you gona be well happy matey of that I’m certain. I have also recently started SiMagic more seriously they have been innovating 🙌🏻

  • @anjo2
    @anjo2 8 місяців тому +1

    1. You don't need to close Simhub to use Simpro, just disconnect the wheel at the devices tab.
    2. The funky switches on all wheels are the same Alps Alpine ones, the feel on the Simagic or GSI or Ascher will be the same, the only difference is the knob.
    3. The shifters are impressively well constructed and literally 0 flex but they are quite weak, i added 2 extra magnets for each shifter to make it feel good
    4. The grips are very ergonomic and smooth, but looks like they only used some layers of rubber and it will wear out specially with gloves that have the stitches on the outside
    5. The internals are quite impressive for the price, it has an Arm MCU which is quite powerful, but has some bugs like you cannot rotate the funky switch encoders too fast because it will only send one signal

    • @TheSimCircuit
      @TheSimCircuit  8 місяців тому

      Wow very detailed comment, I like it. You should do a review 🙌🏻 I got the GSI FPE v2 delivered this week and can confirm that funky switch feels same. But the Neo actually has stronger shifters than the FPE 🤷🏼‍♂️ I can’t talk bout insides cause if I open my wheel it will never be reassembled in working order 😂 thanks for watching matey it’s appreciated 👍🏻

    • @anjo2
      @anjo2 7 місяців тому

      @@TheSimCircuit Thanks, i might do written reviews in the future.
      Simagic fixed the funky switch encoder, before it would take me about 11s to go from 0l to 100l in iRacing black box, and now only 6.5s, it's a huge improvement, if you want to test i'm using the Sim Pro Manager 2.0.339 Beta (you can also adjust the bite point pressing one clutch and rotate the right side thumb encoder)

    • @TheSimCircuit
      @TheSimCircuit  7 місяців тому

      You should do some written reviews you write with so much detail it’s great 🙌🏻
      I don’t use funky switches to be honest but will be testing out the clutch bitepoint. Would be amazing to be able to adjust on the go this was on of my favourite features when I had my CSX2.

  • @mr_euphanasia1724
    @mr_euphanasia1724 8 місяців тому +2

    Amazing review mate. You deserve a lot more subs 🙌🏼🙏🏼💯

    • @TheSimCircuit
      @TheSimCircuit  8 місяців тому

      Thank you Matey it’s appreciated but honestly I have like a thousand more subs than I ever thought I would have lol

  • @beatnickclassics
    @beatnickclassics 8 місяців тому +1

    Not that you have to use them all, but the more buttons the better... It allows you to place what you need where you need it

    • @TheSimCircuit
      @TheSimCircuit  8 місяців тому

      Yea more buttons be nice, I know I don’t use all but I know allot of other sim racers would use all and probably have more if they could 😂

  • @benmason3894
    @benmason3894 8 місяців тому +1

    Awesome show as always , great review, would like to see you try vr and your thoughts on that👍

    • @TheSimCircuit
      @TheSimCircuit  8 місяців тому +1

      Thanks for watching matey, you know what I have been thinking of trying VR again. I had like 5 years ago but did not like racing with it for more that 15 minutes. Lenses always fogged up I got sweaty also but I’m sure vr has come a long way since then 🤔

  • @alex.germany
    @alex.germany 8 місяців тому +1

    Nice review - as always. TBH: I prefer the shifters of the Asetek wheel. I drive without gloves and am not a big fan of metal grippers...

    • @TheSimCircuit
      @TheSimCircuit  8 місяців тому +1

      You know what I did not think of that I always race with gloves but yea I can imagine the plastic ones or carbon ones feels better to touch than aluminium shifters 🤔

  • @LukeVesty
    @LukeVesty 8 місяців тому +1

    So in order to get the small led markers indicating 1-12 o'clock positions on the front rotary encoders you need to use the wheel via USB and simhub? (I use iRacing)

    • @TheSimCircuit
      @TheSimCircuit  8 місяців тому +1

      Yes you can do in simhub but setting up
      Is a bit tricky. If you download my profile I have in the description you can go in I believe I labelled them so you can see what I did or just copy paste on to your profile 👍🏻

    • @LukeVesty
      @LukeVesty 8 місяців тому

      Thanks for the response! Great video. 👍

  • @Countrymusicnumber1
    @Countrymusicnumber1 8 місяців тому +1

    Do you prefer the Simagic GT Neo or Asetek Forte wheel?

    • @TheSimCircuit
      @TheSimCircuit  8 місяців тому +2

      Hey matey I prefer the Neo the Forte wheel is very nicely laid out but think the Neo looks better I like the buttons being led’s rather than an led above the buttons. Build quality practically the same. Also you can use the Neo on any base unlike the forte wheel. Does not hurt that it’s cheaper also 🙌🏻

    • @Countrymusicnumber1
      @Countrymusicnumber1 8 місяців тому +2

      @@TheSimCircuit thank you! I just purchased the Neo. Looking forward to trying it out

    • @TheSimCircuit
      @TheSimCircuit  8 місяців тому +1

      @@Countrymusicnumber1 niceeee I’m certain you going to have many many happy racing hours & I hope it gets delivered fast 💨 🙌🏻

  • @OllieR11
    @OllieR11 8 місяців тому +1

    How did you get the ABS and TC dials to change colour to show which switch its currently set too? I'm on SimHub but I cant see it. Nice video

    • @TheSimCircuit
      @TheSimCircuit  8 місяців тому

      Hey matey thanks for watching. I did each led one at a time. You basically write the code if ABS = X them light this light led this colour.
      Download my profile from the description of this video then go into simhub and edit you will see what I have done. You can probably copy and paste to your profile it will save you allot of time. I only done it for top 2 encoders but just change led numbers if you want to use on different encoder.

  • @ElchacalRYTB
    @ElchacalRYTB 8 місяців тому +2

    Thks for this review 👌, i have got mine yesterday 😁 if you can do a tuoriel for simihub configuration for this wheel thanks very much 🙏 and now you ve got a new subscriber 👍

    • @TheSimCircuit
      @TheSimCircuit  8 місяців тому +1

      Hope you have hours of fun with the new wheel matey 👍🏻 thanks for watching & the sub 😉 I doubt il be doing a simhub tutorial as I am no expert but what I will do is download my simhub profile and put link in description later for you to download 👍🏻 give me few hours I’m away for day with the family 🙌🏻

    • @ElchacalRYTB
      @ElchacalRYTB 8 місяців тому +1

      @@TheSimCircuit thks so much 🙏

    • @TheSimCircuit
      @TheSimCircuit  8 місяців тому +1

      That's the link up in description now matey! @@ElchacalRYTB

    • @ElchacalRYTB
      @ElchacalRYTB 8 місяців тому

      @@TheSimCircuit 🙏🙏🙏🙏

  • @benvader0815
    @benvader0815 6 місяців тому +1

    One more time:
    Thank you for this Video 🙏

  • @A.Draluak
    @A.Draluak 8 місяців тому +1

    Hey Mate, thanks for the nice review! since you got both on the table: wich wheel feels nicer for you: SiMagic GT NEO or Astek Forte Formula Steering Wheel? :) without considering the price difference

    • @TheSimCircuit
      @TheSimCircuit  8 місяців тому +1

      The buttons on the forte feels nicer also the forte feels sturdier, shifters on the Neo feels nicer but encoders on forte nicer than neo. Overall the forte I would say is built a little better. I think the layout of the forte wheel is among the best on market that’s why I find myself using it often. BUT if I was buying again and could only buy one of them 2 wheels I would buy the NEO. Price difference with all the features and it’s a good looking wheel makes it an easy choice for me I would buy the Neo but you will be happy with either I am sure. 🙌🏻

  • @mpflippo1023
    @mpflippo1023 7 місяців тому +1

    @thesimcircuit really enjoy your content and the high NM video's...SO FUNNY! Question, I really like the way you have the GT Neo set up, is there a way to copy your Simhub settings, so I don't have to start from scratch? Thanks!

    • @TheSimCircuit
      @TheSimCircuit  7 місяців тому +1

      Hi matey thanks for watching. A link to my simhub profile is in the description of this video 🙌🏻

  • @harrysmith1986
    @harrysmith1986 4 місяці тому +1

    I have a csl dd 8nm with mclaren wheel.
    I'm toying with the idea to sell and get at alfa mini and this wheel. Anyone else done the same and want difference should I expect from the base in terms of feeling etc? Cheers

    • @TheSimCircuit
      @TheSimCircuit  4 місяці тому +1

      Hey matey I have not used the Alfa mini myself but I have heard that SiMagic at this moment is offer some of the best force feedback on the market. So I personally would assume it would be a nice upgrade however I’m not speaking with hands on experience here 🤷🏼‍♂️

  • @brentonedwards
    @brentonedwards 4 місяці тому +4

    South African guy reviewing a Chinese wheel in English with Italian impersonations.

  • @Wittygoose9341
    @Wittygoose9341 8 місяців тому +1

    I’m keen to see reviews on the Leoxz XGT Pro before I go for the Ascher Racing McLaren or Grid Mpx. Looks like a good option maybe

    • @TheSimCircuit
      @TheSimCircuit  8 місяців тому +1

      The Grid Mpx is an amazing wheel I have not owned one but have used one a few times, I have no experience with any of Leoxz wheels unfortunately so can’t help you there 👍🏻

  • @bschalker
    @bschalker 7 місяців тому

    @The Sim Circuit, I noticed you switched back to the Simucibe 2 Pro. Do you prefer the SC2 Pro over the Asetek Invicta?

    • @TheSimCircuit
      @TheSimCircuit  7 місяців тому +1

      I did switch back when simucube brought 360hz data rate to iRacing but at this moment the invicta base is back on my rig after they launched racehub 3.0 that I wanted to test and honestly I can’t be bothered switching between bases all the time so I decided to stick with invicta at the cost of a little bit of detail when driving.
      I love the astek QR so much and how my wheels are powered instantly without having to switch cables also the 5 usb-c ports on back of base connect my shifter, handbrake & ddu so cables look a bit neater.
      100% noticed difference in smaller details of ffb when going back to invicta after using my simucube pro and I am hoping that astek will soon also support 360hz on iRacing as it’s my main sim.
      So to break it down both bases are amazing but the simucube now definitely has a bit more details in the ffb compared to the invicta where before they were basically even. But the invicta comes with few other quirks that simucube does not have 🤷🏼‍♂️

    • @bschalker
      @bschalker 7 місяців тому

      @TheSimCircuit thank you for the detailed reply and feedback. My main sim is ACC. I will take these with me for selecting my next base. Time to upgrade my DD1.

    • @TheSimCircuit
      @TheSimCircuit  7 місяців тому

      @@bschalker I had both the dd1 & dd2 and I can confidently say both options you looking at will be a nice upgrade 🙌🏻

  • @Wittygoose9341
    @Wittygoose9341 8 місяців тому +1

    You’ve caught me thinking before I go for an Ascher McLaren Artura Pro 😅

    • @TheSimCircuit
      @TheSimCircuit  8 місяців тому +1

      That is a serious wheel mate, build quality obviously next level. The shifters feel amazing on the Ascher, I briefly used it at a sim racing expo. I think you will be happy either way.
      If you only need a wheel then buy the ascher but if you need other things for your rig then consider the GT Neo and use the left over money for what you need 🤔

    • @Wittygoose9341
      @Wittygoose9341 8 місяців тому +1

      @@TheSimCircuit I’ll wait til I’ve saved some money. Thank you

    • @Wittygoose9341
      @Wittygoose9341 8 місяців тому +1

      How does this McLaren Ascher racing range stack up to GSI?

    • @TheSimCircuit
      @TheSimCircuit  8 місяців тому +1

      @@Wittygoose9341 both very nice with similar build however styling is completely different. Just this week I got GSI’s latest wheel delivered the FPEv2 and so far I can’t compliment it enough it’s a fantastic piece of equipment.

  • @lemon5501
    @lemon5501 День тому +1

    The rubber grips are annoying. Stains my gloves/hand black after every use and also strips rubber pieces like an eraser when gripping too hard. So I’m worried about the longevity but great wheel.

    • @TheSimCircuit
      @TheSimCircuit  16 годин тому +1

      Admittedly I probably don't use my GT Neo as much as others as I have 6 other wheels to pick from but I have seen some complaints about the grips however not had any issues with my grips yet.

  • @technogov2
    @technogov2 8 місяців тому

    If they make a shorter cable, I'll buy one for my Forte.

    • @TheSimCircuit
      @TheSimCircuit  8 місяців тому +2

      Some viewers pointed out to me that you can attach the Invicta qr directly to the Neo plate without having to get the MagLink then just get a short usb c cable 👍🏻 so even more good news for the Neo 🙌🏻

  • @phippsa3
    @phippsa3 8 місяців тому +1

    Do you need to have Simpro running to use Simhub to control the wheel? Great review.

    • @TheSimCircuit
      @TheSimCircuit  8 місяців тому +1

      Hey matey thanks for watching 🙌🏻 no you do not need simpro open ever unless you need to change clutch bite point. Everything else is controlled via simhub without ever having to open any SiMagic software 👍🏻

    • @phippsa3
      @phippsa3 8 місяців тому

      ​@TheSimCircuit thanks for the reply. I'm just getting this wheel setup, I'll definitely use Simhub 👍

    • @TheSimCircuit
      @TheSimCircuit  8 місяців тому +1

      @@phippsa3 yes do mate. If you want you can download my simhub profile for the wheel in the description of this video 🙌🏻

    • @phippsa3
      @phippsa3 8 місяців тому

      @@TheSimCircuit thanks, I'll give it a try

  • @mrpurple1901
    @mrpurple1901 8 місяців тому

    I love you man!!!!

    • @TheSimCircuit
      @TheSimCircuit  8 місяців тому

      I love you so hard the name Mr purple suits you 😂😂😂 thanks matey much appreciated 🙌🏻

  • @Jayjayjoe
    @Jayjayjoe 4 місяці тому +1

    In my country it costs €450😢.

    • @TheSimCircuit
      @TheSimCircuit  4 місяці тому

      €450 wow, what country you from?

    • @Jayjayjoe
      @Jayjayjoe 4 місяці тому

      @@TheSimCircuit Land of taxes: Sweden

    • @TheSimCircuit
      @TheSimCircuit  4 місяці тому

      damm yea I heard Sweden offers allot for the high taxes but not nice knowing you are paying so much more than the other countries 🤦🏼‍♂️

  • @EndureRacing
    @EndureRacing 8 місяців тому +1

    22:27 savage 😂

    • @TheSimCircuit
      @TheSimCircuit  8 місяців тому +1

      True & savage I guess 😂 this is one of them wheels that will be in the collection permanently. Thanks for watching matey 🙌🏻

  • @mkatakm
    @mkatakm 4 місяці тому

    Evidently you didn't have enough experience with it. I suggest you to ask to those who had and remake this review.

    • @TheSimCircuit
      @TheSimCircuit  4 місяці тому

      Evidently you did not watch the entire review matey 🤦🏼‍♂️ I don’t need to remake anything as I am still using this wheel every week since and have hours and hours of experience with this wheel and few others to boot. I also stand by everything I said in this review and all others I made. Try watching few minutes past the intro one of the thing I like to do on my channel is make an intro to the video I know obviously it’s not to everybody’s taste but I like doing it and it helps to make my reviews less serious and light hearted.

    • @mkatakm
      @mkatakm 4 місяці тому +1

      @@TheSimCircuit many users have complaints about some serious quality issues. And some users don't, one of which is you I suppose.

    • @TheSimCircuit
      @TheSimCircuit  4 місяці тому

      yea I don’t have many complaints mate, I might have a different experience than others but I think it’s very well made for the amount your paying 🤷🏼‍♂️ always more expensive options available for those who want it I guess. I personally can’t see how much better SiMagic could make this wheel without adding to the price 🤔

  • @The_Mup
    @The_Mup 8 місяців тому +2

    Clickbait.

    • @TheSimCircuit
      @TheSimCircuit  8 місяців тому +1

      Just a bit, I don’t get products early so getting clicks 2 months after release is hard without adding a bit of bait 🎣😂

  • @projectkurvz9424
    @projectkurvz9424 8 місяців тому +1

    I have numerous wheels previously my Cube Controls GT zero was my FAV, Now the NEO has been on my base since I got it, had so much fun configuring the LEDs with Simhub, awesome review as ever check my latest video if you want to see mine inaction ua-cam.com/video/13ayTpa_ckw/v-deo.html
    Thanks for the profile, I will check it out keep up the good work

    • @TheSimCircuit
      @TheSimCircuit  8 місяців тому

      I love how everyone has a different GT Neo can I ask on your video why is your wiper & no3 buttons flashing?

    • @projectkurvz9424
      @projectkurvz9424 8 місяців тому

      Hi mate they flash when the wipers are active and the No3 when rain light is active @@TheSimCircuit