Yokes & Pedals
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The short answer
For most PC simmers, Logitech's Pro Flight Rudder Pedals or Thrustmaster's TPR cover flying well at a reasonable size. If you need Xbox compatibility, the Thrustmaster TFRP or Turtle Beach VelocityOne Rudder are the pedals to check first.
Logitech G Pro Flight Rudder Pedals
Thrustmaster TFRP Rudder Pedals
Thrustmaster TPR Rudder Pedals
Honeycomb Charlie Rudder Pedals
Turtle Beach VelocityOne Rudder PedalsFlight simulator rudder pedals are the add-on most new simmers buy after their first stick or yoke. Choosing between the five models below comes down to two questions. Does it need to work on a console? And how much sensor precision and build quality do you want?
Logitech G Pro Flight Rudder Pedals
Our verdict:
Best all-around PC pedals
Best for PC simmers who want a self-centering pedal set with adjustable tension.
View on AmazonKeep in mind: they are Windows PC only, with no console listing.
Product details checked September 2026
Logitech's pedals center themselves. A tension dial sets how hard the rudder pushes back. Split toe brakes let you brake the left and right wheels on their own. They plug in over USB, and Logitech lists an optional software download. This is a simple, proven set for general PC flight sims.
Thrustmaster TFRP Rudder Pedals
Our verdict:
Best pedals for PS5 and Xbox
Best for console simmers on PS5, Xbox Series X or S, or PC who need one pedal set that works across platforms.
View on AmazonKeep in mind: the four-rail slide system takes some setup time to get feeling right.
Product details checked September 2026
The TFRP is listed for PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC. That makes it one of the few rudder sets that covers console and PC from one box. It has a self-centering rudder axis with long travel. It slides on four aluminum rails, using Thrustmaster's S.M.A.R.T system, built for smooth, low-friction motion.
Thrustmaster TPR Rudder Pedals
Our verdict:
Best hall-effect pedals for PC
Best for PC simmers who want hall-effect precision and adjustable spring resistance.
View on AmazonKeep in mind: it is PC only, with no listed console support.
Product details checked September 2026
The TPR swaps Thrustmaster's usual slide rails for a hanging pendulum mechanism. It reads position with Hall-effect magnetic sensors instead of potentiometers. Two springs and several settings let you tune how hard the rudder pushes back. It works on PC only.
Honeycomb Charlie Rudder Pedals
Our verdict:
Best pedals to match a Honeycomb yoke and throttle
Best for Honeycomb Alpha or Bravo owners who want matching build quality.
View on AmazonKeep in mind: Xbox needs the separate Honeycomb Xbox Hub, since Charlie does not connect to a console on its own.
Product details checked September 2026
Charlie has an aluminum build with a belt drive. It uses Hall-effect sensors and has left and right toe brakes. You can adjust the foot angle.
Grip strips and carpet spikes keep your feet and the pedals planted during hard inputs. It works on PC and Mac directly. Xbox needs the separate Honeycomb Xbox Hub adapter.
Turtle Beach VelocityOne Rudder Pedals
Our verdict:
Best pedals for Xbox and PC together
Best for simmers who fly on both Xbox and Windows PC and want hall-effect sensors on every axis.
View on AmazonKeep in mind: swappable spring sets add a small setup step compared to a single fixed-tension pedal.
Product details checked September 2026
Turtle Beach's VelocityOne Rudder uses Hall-effect sensors on every axis. Swappable springs and two sets of pedals change how it centers and feels. It also has split brakes, and you can adjust the pedal width. It is listed for Xbox and Windows PC.
Hall-effect sensors are used in the TPR, Charlie and VelocityOne Rudder. They read position without contact. That resists the wear that contact-based sensors can develop over years of use. If you fly casually, a set without Hall-effect sensors will still last a long time.
Only the TFRP and the VelocityOne Rudder carry a console listing here. The TFRP covers PS5 and Xbox, and the VelocityOne covers Xbox. Charlie reaches Xbox only through its separate hub.
The rest are PC only. That covers Logitech's pedals and the TPR. Check the exact listing before you buy if you need a certain console.
Smaller pedals on slide rails take up less floor space. They suit a desk setup. Full-size sets give more travel and often a wider stance. That matters more if you are building a seated cockpit for long sessions.
You can fly a long time with a twist stick for rudder. Pedals start to pay off when you taxi often, land in crosswinds or fly taildraggers and warbirds. They also help in helicopters, where you use the pedals almost all the time. Our helicopter sim controller guide explains why.
This guide is for simmers who have flown without pedals and are ready to add them. It also helps if you already own a set and are weighing an upgrade for Hall-effect precision or console support.
For a simple, precise PC setup, the best flight simulator rudder pedals are Logitech's Pro Flight Rudder Pedals or Thrustmaster's TPR. Pick the Thrustmaster TFRP if you need PS5 or Xbox support. The Turtle Beach VelocityOne Rudder suits Xbox and PC together. Honeycomb's Charlie suits simmers already running an Alpha and Bravo.
Only specific models. Thrustmaster's TFRP is listed for PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC, and Turtle Beach's VelocityOne Rudder is listed for Xbox and Windows PC. Logitech's Pro Flight Rudder Pedals and Thrustmaster's TPR are PC only.
Generally yes if you fly often. Hall-effect sensors are contactless and resist the wear-related drift that potentiometer-based pedals can develop after years of repeated use. Thrustmaster's TPR, Honeycomb's Charlie and Turtle Beach's VelocityOne Rudder all use hall-effect sensors.
These picks are built for flight simulation. Do not assume flight rudder pedals will replace a racing set: check that your driving game can use their axes and brake inputs first.
Compact pedals use shorter sliding-rail travel and take up less desk or floor space, which suits smaller rooms. Full-size pedals give more travel and often wider stance adjustment, which some simmers prefer for long sessions.
