TLDR Review: Playseat Trophy
Pros
- •Extremely lightweight at 17 kg (37 lbs), making it easy to move and highly portable
- •Comfortable ActiFit™ fabric seat that breathes well and supports long racing sessions of 3+ hours
- •Full adjustability including seat height, backrest recline, pedal plate, and wheel mount for ideal posture customization
- •Strong lumbar support with minimal flex, working well even with higorque direct drive wheels
- •Durable and stable powdeoated high-carbon steel frame that holds up under intense use
- •Tooree assembly in about 30 minutes, with pre-drilled mounts compatible with major direct drive wheels like Fanatec
- •Pedal tray includes adjustable sides lined with slippery material to prevent metan-metal grinding
- •Compact design fits well in mediuized rooms and can slide under desks, making it space-efficient
- •Suitable for taller users (around 6'1") and supports heavy users comfortably
- •Compatible with mediuized bass shakers for added immersion
Cons
- •No integrated cable management, so users must find their own solutions to keep wiring tidy
- •Seat back angle adjustment is cumbersome, requiring tool use and lifting the seat cover
- •Steering wheel position adjustments need tools and partial disassembly, inconvenient for multiple users sharing the rig
- •The rig can shift or expand slightly during heavy braking or rudder use, which some find annoying despite tightened screws
- •Initial mounting may require custom modifications such as smaller washers or adhesive sponge rubber to avoid interference and maintain force feedback sensitivity
- •Wheelbase mount can feel unstable if assembly instructions on rotating a front piece are missed
- •Seat can become uncomfortable after very long use due to its sitting position
- •More adjustable products exist, so users wanting extreme customization might find this rig somewhat limiting
- •Rdjusting the setup for different users is not straightforward once assembled
Bottom Line
The Playseat® Trophy - Black strikes a great balance between portability, durability, and adjustability, making it an excellent choice for serious sim racers who want a professional-grade but easily movable rig. Its lightweight frame combined with strong lumbar support and tool-free pedal adjustments means long sessions can be comfortable and immersive, especially for tall users and those with high-torque wheels. However, if you share your rig with others often or crave frequent quick position switches, the tool-required adjustments for wheel and seat angles may start to feel like a chore. Also, if you want a rig with integrated cable management or ultra-easy multi-user adaptability, you might want to look at other options with those features. Overall, the Trophy is a solid investment for its quality and performance but comes with a learning curve on mounting and minor discomfort on prolonged use. You might want to consider other Playseat models if you want easier adjustment features or integrated cable management, but for a compact yet sturdy setup optimized for direct drive wheels, this model works well.
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