THRUSTMASTER Reviews 

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TrustScore 3 out of 5

2.8

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Considering 55 reviews, most reviewers were somewhat happy with their experience overall. Many customers frequently report significant issues with product quality and reliability, noting items often break down or malfunction shortly after purchase, with problems like stick drift, disconnections, and faulty components. A large number of consumers also express dissatisfaction with customer service, citing unresponsiveness, slow replies, and difficulties in resolving issues. Some users also faced challenges with product setup and compatibility, such as incorrect button mapping or components failing to work together. Conversely, a small portion of people felt satisfied with product quality, describing items as high quality, well-built, and long-lasting. These customers also praised customer support as helpful, prompt, and efficient in resolving their concerns.

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Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Bought a Thrustmaster TS-XW Servo Base. All functions OK. The problem is that Thrustmaster state that the holes in the base for fixing to a racing seat are M6 when they are clearly not. Some interne... See more

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

The box fully advises compatibility with PC as well as instruction manual explaining for PC setup and compatibility. Bought from curry’s the Ferrari 458 spider racing wheel for my PC. Came home and it... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I bought a T598 5 months ago later adding an Evo 32r wheel. After 4 months I started loosing gear jolt, rev lights and the display on the base. I also was missing about 3% of gear changes.... See more

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

On my Captains pack the thrust lever started working erratically and I tried reinstalling it and recalibrating it but nothing will fix it. I tried to contact customer services by email but I was just... See more


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  1. Hardware Accessories Store
  2. Computer Accessories Store
  3. Computer and Accessories Store
  4. Hobby Store

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A DISTINGUISHED GAMING TRADITION SINCE 1990 Thrustmaster takes pride in its core values, “Passion, Quality and Innovation”, and constantly strives to improve the realism and immersiveness in legendary gaming worlds by offering thrilling and truly exceptional experiences. From hardcore to casual gamers, Thrustmaster accessories for PC and gaming consoles bring everyone’s dreams to life. Gaming gear compatible with PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X and S.


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TrustScore 3 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Really good experience with this company

My experience was really good.
I had ts300 over two years and didn't have any problem.
Also I had TCL M pedals and after about 20 months it was some electronic problem time to time (acceleration pedal gives input without input on pedal).
They checked it and gave me brand new set (it was at the very end of guarantee period).
So for me, very good customer service, good price for value.

31 January 2023
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Terrible support on new products

Purchased a Warthog throttle from Thrustmaster. One of the buttons failed after 10 days and with very little use. Thrustmaster accepted that it was a defect and offered me two options - return the unit to france (at my cost) or accept a replacement part which was "easy to install". Naturally, I opted for the latter.

Part arrived after two weeks with no instructions. Luckily I'm an engineer by trade and manage to work it out but, the part was a devil to get in (if you don't know how to do it) and required the use of a hot glue gun and soldering iron - two things most people wouldn't have.

This experience has put me off buying any further products from TM, which is a shame because the TPR was going to be the next addition to the sim pit. Time to look for alternatives!

30 September 2023
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Father bought me one a decade ago

Father bought me one a decade ago. Solid hardware, nothing broke despite 200 hours on FSX and now I use it on war thunder. Don't know anything about customer service but good build quality.

11 December 2022
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Pathetic and Unacceptable Customer Support

Grandson purchased a TCA Sidestick Airbus Edition end 2022 from a local Thrustmaster dealer. Stick faulty but still under warranty, contact store and told they no longer sell Thrustmaster items. Contact TM support, send all the details, s/number, video of fault but my grandson doesn't have the cash receipt from the stick. Response from a multi-million company can't help your 13 year old grandson. Unbelievable

1 December 2023
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

T-Pedals stand and T248 bought direct. Missing Screws.

T-Pedals stand and T248 bought direct.
Packaging was missing 4 screws from the T-Stand, huge uphill struggle to try and just get the 4 screws sent out.
Ended up returning the whole lot and buying Logitech Via Amazon. Very poor end customer support

Coincidently the same Customer service staff that has already been mentioned.

13 October 2023
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

The T248 was a great wheel until after…

The T248 was a great wheel until after about 40 hours use the force feedback motor failed. I've emailed product support and received an auto response (ticket#) but have yet to receive a human response.
Edit...They make it very difficult to submit a warranty claim. Now they want a video of it not working. What the..........
A copy of the original invoice along with note describing the problem should have been enough!

12 November 2023
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Poor Customer Service

Very poor customer service, I purchased a TCA Thrustmaster Side stick which failed after just a few months of use. I contacted customer service and provided all the information they asked for including 2 videos of the issue. However, their support stuff made it so difficult to get any type of support by asking for additional videos of the issue. In the end, I had to give up. It was a waste of my time. I contacted Amazon, the retailer to file a formal complaint about Thrustmaster Very poor customer service!

21 October 2023
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I love it

It is very good quality and i use it everyday and i love it its the best i bougt t300rs and i love it

10 October 2023
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

i have the thrustmaster t428 and on f1…

i have the thrustmaster t428 and on f1 2023 just about every race i go into i have know feedback at all. even after resetting the wheel still know feedback its funny tho how if you press the home button then you have feedback just not when you are playing.

24 July 2023
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

extremely bad response time

extremely bad response time. I get a feeling knowledge around their products is not awesome. I have an Thrustmaster Warthog Throttle that obviously have an HW fault. But they are still in troubleshooting mode (asking for very basic tests). The case has been open now fr 2 weeks, with no progress.

7 May 2023
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

An unavailable 10$ cable

A RJ12 removable cable is an essential and yet fragile item in Thrustmaster world. This is the cable from the peddles to the hub without which motion is nonexistent.
It looks like a telephone cable BUT with an offset tab (left side rather than center position). Not only did Thrustmaster choose to make it different but they also chose to not make it available as a replacement part.
The consequence: OBLIGED to BUY another Thrustmaster peddle (excess of 150$) to have access to a 10$ cable.
Even worse, since I can’t confirm that it will suffice, will this represent another useless expense.
Considering absent customer service (see other reviews) DO NOT BUY THRUSTMASTER

23 April 2023
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I just received a TCA Captain Pack X…

I just received a TCA Captain Pack X Airbus edition joystick and throttle. Immediately after placing the order last Friday I noticed a price drop for same item by $50. Been trying to get hold of someone at support to see if they could reimburse me for the difference but nobody there it seems after 1 hour and 40 minutes on the phone. Have emailed them also but not very hopeful judging by the reviews here.

12 April 2023
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Thrustmaster let's put everything away…

Thrustmaster let's put everything away accept the fact that you will soon be able to take the controller market over. Eswap x pro are you kidding me in love after my 10th Xbox1x and 3 of my series x controllers hit the dirt in maybe 3 months tops. Please do not let this slip through the cracks replaceable premium modules. Configure to work on ps, PC, Xbox. If you can just keep on this track you could own the controller market for consoles. You guys rock now please heed me do not let this idea slip through the cracks. Use it daily on the pc now cannot even begin to appreciate the modules have gone a year now no replace. Did buy 4 spares just in case. Fantastic job keep this going own that market.

28 March 2023
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Non Existent Support

The listed date of my experience is only the most recent. I've tried repeatedly to contact Thrustmaster support, and never find anyone home. My problem is simple, a missing HID compliant driver for my Thrustmaster Warthog flight stick. My Thrustmaster throttle works fine, and I'm sure the stick will too. But I can't find a driver for it listed in Thrustmaster's downloads, and I've yet to find a way to contact them. Clearly they don't want to be bothered since they make contact next to impossible.

18 March 2023
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Terrible reliability and support

Purchased T248 and pedals became defective. Returned for warranty repair. Same issue 4 months later. Now Thrustmaster is stating the original warranty expired and want to charge me over $200 to fix it again with no guarantee the 2nd repair will last any longer. No warranty at all on repairs, just original 1 year. Terrible customer service and terrible product quality.

3 February 2023
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My experience was good.

My experience was good.
I had to return my Warthog controller as it has a fault.
Email support was a bit slow but they arranged pickup from UK to FR and back, all fixed, in about 9 days.

19 January 2023
Unprompted review

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