Moza went from "the brand your mate mentions" to the default recommendation in sim racing hardware in about three years. I've driven their bases back to back against Fanatec and Logitech gear, and the short version is: for pure force feedback per euro, Moza is the benchmark right now.
But the lineup has grown into six-plus bases with V2s, V3s and Ultras, and picking the wrong one either wastes money or leaves you upgrading in six months. Here's how I'd actually choose.
The 2026 Moza lineup at a glance
Current US pricing as I write this (Moza is running its mid-year sale until July 15, so the sale prices below may not last):
| Base | Torque | Price (USD) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| R3 bundle | 3.9 Nm | $339 | Wheel + pedals included, works on Xbox and PC |
| R5 bundle | 5.5 Nm | $399 | Wheel + pedals included, PC only |
| R9 V3 | 9 Nm | $299 (reg. $349) | Base only, 21-bit encoder |
| R12 V2 | 12 Nm | $399 (reg. $469) | Base only, 21-bit encoder |
| R21 Ultra | 21 Nm | $699 | Base only, sustained (not peak) torque |
| R25 Ultra | 25 Nm | $899 | Base only, built-in torque sensor |
Two things worth understanding before comparing numbers. First, the R3 and R5 are sold as complete bundles with a wheel and pedals; the R9 and up are bare bases, so budget for a rim. Second, Moza quotes the Ultra bases in sustained torque, not peak — a 21 Nm sustained figure is a different class of hardware than a 21 Nm peak figure. The old R16 and R21 V1 have effectively been replaced by the Ultra models in the current lineup.
R9 V3: the one most people should buy
If you asked me for one answer, it's this. Nine newton metres is more than you'll comfortably use desk-clamped, the V3 revision brought the 21-bit encoder and Moza's NexGen 4.0 force feedback down from the more expensive bases, and at $299 on sale it undercuts the R5 bundle.
Here's the catch — it's a bare base. Add a rim (Moza's entry rims start reasonable, but they climb fast) and pedals, and a complete R9 setup lands around $550–650. If you already own pedals from an old Logitech or Thrustmaster setup, the R9 V3 is the smartest money in sim racing right now.
Nine clean newton metres tells you everything about front-tyre load in ACC or iRacing. I've said it before in my budget wheels guide: FFB fidelity beats peak torque, and the R9 has fidelity to spare.
R5 bundle: the honest starter kit
The R5 bundle at $399 is the "I want one box that works" answer. 5.5 Nm of direct drive, a usable round rim, and pedals. The pedals are the weak point — they're fine to learn on, but a load-cell brake upgrade will do more for your lap times than any wheelbase upgrade ever will.
If you're choosing between the R5 bundle and building around an R9 V3, my rule: R5 if you own nothing, R9 if you own anything.
R3 bundle: the only Moza that works on Xbox
The R3 is Moza's entry ticket and the only base in the lineup that works on a console — Xbox specifically, at $339 with wheel and pedals. 3.9 Nm sounds weak on paper, but as direct drive it's still miles ahead of the gear-driven stuff traditionally sold at this price. If you race on Xbox and want to escape gear-drive land, this or staying with the established console brands are your real options — I've covered those in my Xbox steering wheels guide.
On PC, spend the extra $60 on the R5 bundle. The torque headroom is worth it.
R12 V2, R21 Ultra, R25 Ultra: for rig owners
Past 9 Nm you need your wheel bolted to something rigid. Desk clamps and 12+ Nm don't mix — the hardware will out-muscle your furniture.
The R12 V2 at $399 (on sale) is the sweet spot for a first proper rig: real headroom for slow-torque moments like kerb strikes without the price jump to the Ultras.
The R21 Ultra ($699) and R25 Ultra ($899) are Moza's answer to the high-end direct drive market — flat-wire motors, the newer NexGen Force U1 algorithm, and on the R25 a built-in torque sensor. Do you need 25 sustained newton metres? No. I've driven real GT3 machinery and I run sim bases well below their maximum because fatigue costs you consistency over a stint. What the big motors buy you is detail at low torque settings — a 25 Nm motor loafing at 40% output renders small FFB effects more cleanly than a small motor working at its limit.
If you're unsure whether direct drive is worth it at all versus belt or gear drive, I've broken that down in my direct drive wheels explainer.
The PlayStation problem
This is Moza's biggest weakness, and I'm not going to soften it: no Moza base works natively on PS4 or PS5. The only route is a third-party adapter (Brook's Ras1ution 2), and having to route your force feedback through a translator box dilutes the FFB — you're buying a Moza for its feel and then throwing part of that feel away.
If you race on PlayStation, buy hardware with native support instead — my Gran Turismo 7 wheels guide covers the options that actually work.
My verdict
Moza's ecosystem is deep, the software (Pit House) is better than most rivals', and the price-to-performance from R5 up is the best in the business right now. The R9 V3 is the pick for most PC racers, the R12 V2 for first rig builds, and the Ultras only if you know exactly why you want them.
The weak points: console support is Xbox-only at the bottom of the range, bundle pedals need upgrading eventually, and rim prices creep up on you. Go in with eyes open and it's very hard to buy badly here.
FAQ
Is Moza a good wheel brand? Yes — in 2026 it's arguably the best value in direct drive. Build quality has been consistently solid across the bases I've used, and the ecosystem (rims, pedals, software) is now mature enough to grow with you.
Does Moza work on PS5? No, not natively. Only the Brook Ras1ution 2 adapter workaround exists, and it noticeably weakens the force feedback. For PlayStation, buy natively supported hardware instead.
Does Moza work on Xbox? Only the R3 bundle. Everything from the R5 up is PC-only.
Moza R5 or R9 — which should I buy? R5 bundle if you're starting from zero and want one purchase. R9 V3 if you already own pedals or plan to pick rim and pedals yourself — it's the stronger base and currently the cheaper box.
Is 9 Nm enough torque? For desk-clamped racing, more than enough — most people run an R9 below its maximum. Chasing torque numbers past that point without a rigid rig is spending money on force you can't use.