Simagic · wheel base · 2026

Simagic Alpha EVO Ultra (28 Nm)

Simagic's 28 Nm flagship direct-drive base, $969, PC-only, needs Simagic-compatible rims.

The Alpha EVO Ultra is Simagic's 2026 flagship direct-drive base, rated at 28 Nm and sold for $969 in the US. It sits above the Alpha EVO Pro in Simagic's line and is PC-only.

AI rating

Excellent for a wheel base at this price. Best for: A PC sim racer who wants a long-term, high-torque base and already has, or will buy, a rigid aluminum-profile cockpit.

Force feedback detail: 9
Strength: 9.5
Smoothness: 8.5
Ecosystem: 8
Quietness: 7.5
Value: 8

Who it suits

First rig: 4
Console racing: 0
Competitive racing: 9
Small rooms: 4
Tight budgets: 4
Enthusiasts: 9.5

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

28 Nm is more than double the Alpha EVO (12 Nm, $549) and above the Fanatec Podium DD (25 Nm, $1199.99), for $969.
21-bit encoder and 48V supply; reviewers rate detail and smoothness highly (TweakTown 95%, a review we have not verified ourselves).
11 ports (CAN, CAN FD, USB) let pedals, shifters and handbrakes plug into the base. The kill switch, two mounting kits and a magnetic QR interface are included.

PC only: Simagic lists no PlayStation or Xbox support, so it is no use for console players.
At about 15 kg, 28 Nm is more than most first rigs need. It needs a rigid cockpit or stand, and a wheel rim and pedals are extra.
The quick release and rim ecosystem is Simagic-specific, so rims from other brands will not fit.

Watch out: It is PC-only and the base does not include a wheel rim or pedals. Budget for a Simagic rim and a stiff cockpit on top of the $969.

What it feels like

Strength
Detail
Smoothness
Noise
Heat

Hard kerb hits and snaps of oversteer are strong enough to pull your hands if you run it near full.

Fine texture should come through at low strength settings.

Needs a stiff rig, or the deck will flex.

Like a powerful power-steering rack with the assist turned off, at high strength.

What the Alpha EVO Ultra works with

Works on PC.
Sold as a base only: you also need a wheel and pedals.
Wheels attach with the Simagic quick release.

Wheels that fit the Simagic Alpha EVO Ultra (28 Nm)

Platforms show where each pairing works.

Part	Works on	Score
Simagic GT Neo	PS5XboxPC	82
Simagic GT4	PS5XboxPC	75

Pedals that plug into it

These connect through the base's pedal port, so they work on every platform the base supports.

No pedals in our catalog plug into this base yet.

USB pedals that work with it on PC

These run beside the base over USB. They don't work on console.

Heusinkveld Ultimate+ (3-pedal) · USB to the PC88
Asetek Invicta Pedals (2-pedal, hydraulic) · USB to the PC84
Heusinkveld Sprint (3-pedal) · USB to the PC84
Moza CRP2 Load Cell Pedals (Throttle + Brake) · USB to the PC82
Simagic P1000 (3-pedal) · USB to the PC80
Logitech G PRO Racing Pedals · USB to the PC80
Fanatec ClubSport Pedals V3 · USB to the PC79
Asetek Forte Pedals (2-pedal) · USB to the PC79
Thrustmaster T-LCM Pedals · USB to the PC77
Fanatec CSL Pedals with Load Cell Kit · USB to the PC76
Logitech G RS Pedals · USB to the PC76
Asetek La Prima Pedals (2-pedal) · USB to the PC74
Fanatec CSL Pedals · USB to the PC60

Shifters and handbrakes

Plugged into the base where noted; the rest connect to a PC by USB.

Part	Works on	Note	Score
Heusinkveld Sim Shifter SequentialUSB to the PC	PS5XboxPC	USB to the PC	83
Simagic DS-8X ShifterUSB to the PC	PS5XboxPC	USB to the PC	80
Fanatec ClubSport Shifter SQ V1.5USB to the PC	PS5XboxPC	USB to the PC	78
Thrustmaster TH8A ShifterUSB to the PC	PS5XboxPC	USB to the PC	76
Moza SGP Sequential ShifterUSB to the PC	PS5XboxPC	USB to the PC	74
Moza HGP H-Pattern ShifterUSB to the PC	PS5XboxPC	USB to the PC	71
Thrustmaster TH8S Shifter Add-OnUSB to the PC	PS5XboxPC	USB to the PC	63
Heusinkveld Sim HandbrakeUSB to the PC	PS5XboxPC	USB to the PC	82
Asetek Racing Load Cell HandbrakeUSB to the PC	PS5XboxPC	USB to the PC	77
Simagic TB-1 HandbrakeUSB to the PC	PS5XboxPC	USB to the PC	76
Fanatec ClubSport Handbrake V2USB to the PC	PS5XboxPC	USB to the PC	72
Moza HBP HandbrakeUSB to the PC	PS5XboxPC	USB to the PC	72
Thrustmaster TSS Handbrake Sparco Mod+USB to the PC	PS5XboxPC	USB to the PC	72

Cockpits and stands

With 28 Nm of torque, a frame rated below that flexes and one rated far below it shakes.

Part	Detail	Verdict
Sim-Lab P1X Pro Sim Racing Cockpit (frame only)	Rated about 32 Nm	Fits
Next Level Racing F-GT Elite Aluminum Cockpit (frame only)	Rated about 30 Nm	Fits
Sim-Lab GT1 Evo Sim Racing Cockpit (frame only)	Rated about 25 Nm	Some flex
Trak Racer TR80 Lite Aluminum Cockpit (frame only)	Rated about 25 Nm	Some flex
Next Level Racing GTElite Aluminum Cockpit (frame only)	Rated about 25 Nm	Some flex
Playseat Trophy	Rated about 12 Nm	Too strong
Trak Racer TR8 Pro Racing Simulator (frame only)	Rated about 15 Nm	Too strong
Fanatec CSL Cockpit V1.5 (frame only)	Rated about 12 Nm	Too strong
Playseat Challenge X - Logitech G Edition	Rated about 8 Nm	Too strong
Next Level Racing GTLite Pro Foldable Cockpit	Rated about 10 Nm	Too strong
Next Level Racing Wheel Stand 2.0	Rated about 8 Nm	Too strong
Next Level Racing Wheel Stand DD	Rated about 12 Nm	Too strong
GT Omega APEX Wheel Stand	Rated about 8 Nm	Too strong
Next Level Racing GTtrack Cockpit	Rated about 12 Nm	Too strong
GT Omega ART Racing Cockpit (with RS6 seat)	Rated about 10 Nm	Too strong
Playseat Evolution PRO - ActiFit	Rated about 8 Nm	Too strong
Next Level Racing Wheel Stand Lite	Rated about 5 Nm	Too strong
Next Level Racing GTLite Foldable Cockpit	Rated about 6 Nm	Too strong
Next Level Racing F-GT Lite Foldable Cockpit	Rated about 6 Nm	Too strong

Tech facts

Drive type	Direct
Torque	28 Nm
Rotation	1080°
Wheel included	No
Pedals included	No
Mounting	Desk clamp or bolted to a rig
Power supply	External power supply included (48V)
Encoder bits	21
Ports count	11
Kill switch included	Yes
Supply voltage	48V
Connection	USB to PC; base ports for pedals/accessories
Encoder	21-bit
Software	Simagic SimPro Manager
Safety	Kill switch included
Quick release	Simagic quick release
Size (W × D × H)	8 × 11 × 8 in (20 × 29 × 20 cm)
Weight	34 lb (15.35 kg)
Materials	Aluminum and steel
Released	2026
Platforms	PS5XboxPC

Our take

AI analysis of public information, not a hands-on review.

The Alpha EVO Ultra is Simagic's top Alpha EVO wheelbase, rated at 28 Nm peak with a 21-bit encoder, a 5-pole servo motor, and a kill switch included. At $969 it sits about $270 above the 18 Nm model. For a first rig it is more base than most people need. Few cars and sims use the top of 28 Nm without clipping, and strong torque demands a properly stiff cockpit or aluminum profile rig. Wobbly wheel decks will flex. It does not include a rim or pedals, so budget for a Simagic-compatible wheel on the QR system, plus pedals, which can connect through the base's ports. Platform support is PC only, so console players should look elsewhere. The Simagic ecosystem is strong (rims, dash module upgrade path, SimPro software), but the brand's software is less polished than some rivals. Treat the torque as a peak figure; Simagic does not state a continuous rating. Buy it if you want headroom to grow and have a rigid rig; otherwise the 12 to 18 Nm bases cost less and feel nearly as good.

Questions buyers ask

Does it work on PlayStation or Xbox?

No. Treat it as PC only (Windows). Console support is not listed.

Does it come with a wheel or pedals?

No. It is a base only, with kill switch, power supply and cables. You need a Simagic QR-compatible rim and pedals.

Is 28 Nm too much for a first rig?

For most drivers, yes. You can run it at lower strength, but it needs a rigid cockpit. An 12 to 18 Nm base is usually enough.