Pedals

What Makes Professional Sim Racing Pedals Different?

Professional sim racing pedals are far more than a simple spring-loaded pedal set. Compared to standard gaming pedals, the difference comes down to four key technical aspects:

1. Sensor technology: Entry-level gaming pedals measure pedal travel using a basic potentiometer. Professional sim racing pedals measure the actual force applied through a load cell or a hydraulic braking system. This completely changes the braking experience: instead of braking based on how far you press the pedal, you brake based on pressure, just like in a real race car.
2. Rigidity: CNC-machined aluminium and high-strength steel construction withstand braking forces between 50 and 200 kg without flexing. Conventional gaming pedals often bend, twist or lift under significantly lower loads.
3. Adjustability: Professional pedal sets include interchangeable springs and elastomer kits with different stiffness levels. This allows you to recreate the feel of anything from an ultra-stiff Formula 1 brake pedal with minimal travel to the more progressive pedal feel found in GT racing cars.
4. Modular upgradeability: A professional pedal set lets you start with a two-pedal configuration (throttle and brake), add a clutch later, upgrade to a hydraulic brake system, or even convert the pedals to an inverted layout—all without replacing the entire chassis.

Types of Sim Racing Pedals by Brake Sensor

The brake sensor is the single most important factor when choosing sim racing pedals. It determines braking feel, precision, realism and, ultimately, the overall price of the pedal set.

The biggest leap in both realism and consistency comes when upgrading from a potentiometer-based pedal to a load cell system. With load cell technology, you begin braking based on pressure rather than pedal travel, exactly as you would in a real racing car. Depending on the driver and circuit, this upgrade commonly improves lap times by between 0.3 and 1 second.

Moving from a load cell system to a hydraulic brake is a more incremental upgrade. Hydraulic pedals provide an even more organic and progressive pedal feel, making them highly popular among professional esports drivers. However, the largest improvement in braking consistency is achieved when making the initial transition from potentiometer to load cell.

Sim Racing Pedal Brands Available at Bolori

At Bolori, we carefully select every pedal brand based on engineering quality, ecosystem maturity and overall value for money. These are the manufacturers we currently offer:

SimNet — The Best Value Load Cell Pedals

Official SimNet distributor in Europe. Our flagship model is the SimNet SP Pro Loadcell Pedal (SP-H3P3), available in both two-pedal and three-pedal configurations. It represents one of the smartest entry points into serious load cell sim racing, combining a robust CNC-machined aluminium construction, an accurate load cell brake sensor and a highly adjustable elastomer system. The setup can later be expanded with the SimNet SP Pro Clutch Pedal to create a complete three-pedal set. It has quickly become one of our most popular choices among customers upgrading from entry-level gaming pedals to a true professional braking system.

Simagic — The Most Complete Sim Racing Ecosystem

Official Simagic distributor in Europe. Simagic offers one of the broadest ecosystems available today, covering everything from the P500 for newcomers to the P1000i-RS inverted hydraulic pedals designed for professional-level competition.

The modular P1000 platform is available in multiple versions, including the P1000 F (mechanical brake), the P1000 RS (hydraulic brake), the P1000 FRS (hydraulic brake and clutch), and the inverted P1000i-RS. This modular approach allows you to upgrade your pedal set over time without replacing your existing hardware.

For those looking for the highest level of performance, the P2000 and P2000-S feature advanced load cell and hydraulic technology, with optional haptic reactors for even greater immersion. Simagic is the ideal choice for drivers who want to build an entire ecosystem around a single premium brand.

Cube Controls — Italian Premium Engineering

Designed and manufactured in Italy. The Cube Controls SP01 Core is a premium load cell pedal set renowned for its outstanding machining quality, exceptional structural rigidity and highly accurate brake sensor. It is an excellent choice for experienced sim racers seeking industrial-grade build quality from one of Europe’s leading sim racing manufacturers.

Looking for another brand? Get in touch with us. We can source most leading sim racing pedal manufacturers on request and help you choose the ideal option for your Direct Drive setup.

How to Choose the Right Sim Racing Pedals

Beginner (without Load Cell): If you’re upgrading from a console racing wheel or your first sim racing setup, a potentiometer-based pedal set is an excellent starting point. Models such as the Simagic P500 (available in both two and three-pedal versions) or the P700 already provide a significant improvement over typical gaming pedals.

Serious Sim Racer (Load Cell): This is where the biggest improvement in braking consistency happens. We particularly recommend the SimNet SP Pro Loadcell thanks to its exceptional price-to-performance ratio, while the Simagic P1000 is ideal if you prefer to remain within the Simagic ecosystem. For around 80% of sim racers, this is the performance sweet spot.

Advanced / Competitive Racing (Hydraulic): If you regularly compete in online leagues or train using telemetry, upgrading to hydraulic pedals provides an even more realistic and progressive braking feel. The Simagic P1000-RS and P1000-FRS deliver one of the best balances between realism, adjustability and performance.

Esports & Professional Competition (Inverted Hydraulic): The Simagic P1000i-RS represents the highest level of the range, featuring an inverted Formula-style pedal layout. It requires a rigid cockpit with a dedicated pedal mounting plate and is aimed at professional drivers or serious competitors looking to replicate the ergonomics of a real single-seater race car.

What Else Do You Need with Your Sim Racing Pedals?

Professional sim racing pedals are only one part of a complete simulator setup. To get the best performance, you’ll also need the following components:

1. A rigid cockpit with a dedicated pedal plate: Essential for any load cell or hydraulic pedal set. Entry-level gaming pedals can simply sit on the floor, but professional pedals require braking forces of 50–100 kg or more, which will easily flex or lift weak stands. Browse our sim racing cockpits.
2. A Direct Drive wheelbase: Although pedals connect directly to your PC via USB rather than through the wheelbase, they are a key part of any high-end sim racing setup. Discover our Direct Drive wheelbases.
3. A compatible steering wheel with Quick Release: The perfect complement to your pedal set, offering maximum realism and compatibility within your simulator. Explore our steering wheels.
4. Pedal accessories: Heel rests, throttle upgrades, additional clutch pedals and other accessories allow you to customise or expand your pedal set as your sim racing experience grows. View pedal accessories.

Looking for a complete setup and better value?
Our Sim Racing Bundles combine a Direct Drive wheelbase, steering wheel and configurable pedal set, helping you save compared to purchasing each component separately.

Why Buy Your Sim Racing Pedals from Bolori?

• Official Simagic and SimNet distributor in Europe, working directly with the manufacturers.
• Official 2-year warranty managed directly by Bolori, with no need to ship products overseas for warranty claims.
• Dedicated technical support in English and Spanish via WhatsApp and email.
• Fast dispatch within 24–48 hours across mainland Spain, with shipping available throughout Europe and the Canary Islands.
• Secure financing options available through Sequra (where applicable).
• Personalised pre-sales advice. Tell us about your simulator, favourite racing titles and budget, and we’ll recommend the pedal set that best suits your needs.
• Complete ecosystem support. We can help you build a fully compatible setup including your wheelbase, steering wheel, pedals, shifter, handbrake and cockpit.