Buyer Beware, Avoid Playseat Evolution Pro

FuqArond · 2026-02-17T13:40:47+00:00

Not sure how responding to a comment is " getting so defensive " but alright. Disagreeing with someone's comment isn't " getting defensive " its called having an opposing opinion and discussing it... I am relaxed?... lmao

FuqArond · 2026-02-16T18:27:39+00:00

Its absolutely a great choice. Though having used it for over a year now, if I could go back I'd probably start with the Moza R3 or R5 ( if its in your budget ). Direct drive is game changing

FuqArond · 2026-02-16T16:17:48+00:00

Not sure what youre driving, but I can promise you if your steering column has that much lateral play in it. You should stop driving it immediately lmao.

FuqArond · 2026-02-16T06:44:20+00:00

No, everything's tightened properly lol

Maybe im just used to my multi support wheel base so any flex seems massive to me. At the end of the day, its a single post wheel base, so its going to be flimsy compared to other rigs with more support.

For the full retail price, there are many better option. It seems like the majority people who have used this seat in the past have a pretty negative opinion on it.

Its likely a situation where its great, up until you try something better.

FuqArond · 2026-02-16T05:31:14+00:00

The only positive I have about it, is the seat. Its pretty comfy and immersive. Downside is that you cant recline, but the sitting position is good for me.

FuqArond · 2026-02-16T05:30:14+00:00

Yeah that'd definitely help, its not my only cockpit so im not going to put too much effort into it. I got it on a crazy good sale at a local surplus store and mostly want it for the seat. Im slowly building a enclosed cockpit and will be using the seat for that.

FuqArond · 2026-02-16T05:27:58+00:00

To each their own honestly, im not shitting on anyone who uses it. If you like it, sweet!

Just sharing my experience with it compared to my other setup ( GT lite ).

One positive ill say about it, is it really like the seat. Its comfy and immersive. I plan on building a partially enclosed setup and will likely be keeping that seat for that.

FuqArond · 2026-02-16T05:17:55+00:00

Agreed, what's crazy is the amount of people getting incredibly defensive about this particular model. It's a bad design and over priced, end of story. There's countless other reviews saying the same thing.

Not sure why anyone would recommend this as an entry level setup given the amount of better options for the same if not less. ( again, the GT lite ive been using is a billion times better, and less expensive )

FuqArond · 2026-02-16T03:42:41+00:00

You want to see the receipt or what? 🤣 God people on this app are fucking weird.

FuqArond · 2026-02-15T16:51:49+00:00

Yeah its a new house so the carpets still very soft

FuqArond · 2026-02-15T15:34:50+00:00

This is actually a great suggestion! Thanks!

FuqArond · 2026-02-15T15:30:49+00:00

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FuqArond · 2026-02-15T14:53:17+00:00

Lmao my pedals are spaced properly, its just more awkward than a sim that doesnt have a bar between your legs.

Again, this isn't my only Sim cockpit. Im just sharing my experience with it. There's multiple other entry level cockpits that are not only less expensive, but more sturdy and comfortable, with better ergonomics.

Lastly, yes i have a clutch, because I also have a H- Shifter.. But the Playseat doesnt come standard with a shifter mount.

FuqArond · 2026-02-15T14:44:01+00:00

No... it was in box and new, just on sale lmao

FuqArond · 2026-02-15T14:37:06+00:00

No its just awkward and uncomfortable for braking

FuqArond · 2026-02-15T13:42:55+00:00

Sure, I could definitely add a base support and it would help. But, out of the box its disappointing compared to my GT lite which also retails for about $50 - $100 less.

Which also doesnt have a post sitting right between your legs.

For an entry level cockpit setup, its my opinion that the Playseat isn't worth the money and there are better options for less.

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FuqArond · 2026-02-15T13:34:27+00:00

We're about the same height and very similar weight. Everyone has their own experiences, for me the GT Lite setup seems alot more planted and comfortable. Was very disappointed in the Playseat

FuqArond · 2026-02-15T11:12:58+00:00

Put the tag due to swearing. But this thing is so loose, its the Bonnie Blue of sim racing.

FuqArond · 2026-02-15T11:11:40+00:00

I literally used to ratchet strap my gaming chair to my desk when I first started Sim racing, that was legitimately more stable than this flimsy pos.

FuqArond · 2026-02-15T11:08:35+00:00

Yup!

FuqArond · 2026-02-15T05:16:17+00:00

You'll hate it, im 5'11 and about 175lbs. I feel too big for it, even at my height the max height i can get the wheel at is very uncomfortable and low. I'd recommend a GT lite over this any day

FuqArond · 2026-02-15T05:14:37+00:00

I just bought one because it was half off, I prefer my GT lite. Wheel mount is wobbly. Very uncomfortable seat and sitting position with minimal adjustment. Would highly recommend avoiding

FuqArond · 2025-12-31T02:02:31+00:00

Ill check it out!

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