Logitech · shifter · 2015
Logitech G Driving Force Shifter
Passive 6-speed H-pattern steel shifter for Logitech G29, G920 and G923 wheels
Logitech's six-speed-plus-reverse H-pattern shifter that plugs into the G29, G920 and G923 bases. Cheap and functional, with a steel shaft and leather boot, but the throw feels light and vague.
AI rating
- Feel
- 5
- Build quality
- 6
- Compatibility
- 6
- Value
- 7
Who it suits
- First rig
- 7
- Console racing
- 8
- Competitive racing
- 3
- Small rooms
- 7
- Tight budgets
- 8
- Enthusiasts
- 2
Scores are AI analysis of public information (specs, manuals, published reviews and owner reports), not a hands-on test. How we rate
Pros and cons
- About $55 and works on PlayStation and Xbox through the wheel base
- Steel shift rod and leather boot
- Push-down reverse prevents accidental reverse
- Light, vague throws with little mechanical feel
- Desk clamp wobbles; best bolted to a rig
- No sequential mode
Watch out: No USB of its own: it plugs into G29/G920/G923 bases; the RS50 needs Logitech's separate G Racing Adapter, and G PRO support should be checked.
What it feels like
- Throw
- Resistance
- Notchiness
Short, light throws with a slightly rubbery gate feel.
Push down to select reverse.
Clamps hold it, but a rigid mount reduces flex.
Closer to a small hatchback's gearbox than to a heavy truck stick.
What the Driving Force Shifter works with
- Plugs into the wheel base; there's no USB cable. It works on whatever platforms the base supports.
- It doesn't plug into the Logitech G PRO Racing Wheel (PlayStation/PC), Logitech G PRO Racing Wheel (Xbox/PC), Logitech G RS50 System (PlayStation/PC) and Logitech G RS50 System (Xbox/PC).
Wheel bases it plugs into
Plugged into one of these, it works on the platforms shown.
| Part | Works on | Score |
|---|---|---|
| Logitech G29 Driving Force (PlayStation/PC) | PS5XboxPC | 65 |
| Logitech G923 TRUEFORCE (PlayStation/PC) | PS5XboxPC | 65 |
| Logitech G920 Driving Force (Xbox/PC) | PS5XboxPC | 62 |
| Logitech G923 TRUEFORCE (Xbox/PC) | PS5XboxPC | 62 |
Tech facts
| Gears | 6+R |
|---|---|
| Power supply | None; powered via wheel base |
| Connection | DE9 cable to wheel base |
| Size (W × D × H) | 7 × 6 × 6 in (17 × 14 × 17 cm) |
| Weight | 2 lb (0.8 kg) |
| Materials | Steel, plastic and leather |
| Released | 2015 |
Our take
AI analysis of public information, not a hands-on review.
The Driving Force Shifter is the default first upgrade for anyone on a G29, G920 or G923. It is a six-speed H-pattern gate with push-down reverse, a steel shaft and a leather-wrapped knob and boot. It plugs into the wheel base through a DE9 port, so it needs no power supply and no USB port of its own. That keeps setup simple. Two built-in clamps hold it to a desk or rig, though a dedicated mount is steadier. Its main selling point is the price. It usually sells for about $50, which is far less than enthusiast shifters. The trade-offs are a fairly light, plasticky feel and gates that some drivers find vague. Many users also report notchiness. It only makes sense with a clutch pedal, and the Logitech pedal sets for these wheels include one. It does not work with the G PRO or RS50 wheels without an adapter, so check your base first. If you want an H-pattern for casual driving or learning heel-and-toe, it does the job. If you want a heavy, mechanical feel, look at a Thrustmaster TH8A or a Moza shifter.
Questions buyers ask
Which wheels does it work with?
Logitech lists the G923, G29 (PlayStation and PC) and G920 (Xbox and PC). It connects through the DE9 port on the wheel base. G PRO and RS50 bases are not listed as compatible.
Does it need its own power or USB?
No. It is passive and takes power and data from the wheel base through a single DE9 cable. Logitech lists no separate power requirement.
Do I need a clutch pedal?
Practically, yes. H-pattern driving in sims expects a clutch. The pedal sets that come with the G29, G920 and G923 include one.