Flight sim gear comparison tool
HOTAS comparison tool
8 comparable HOTAS sets, from $99.99 to $599.99, prices checked on October 29, 2026. The three top-rated models are preselected: change them with the menus.
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| Criterion |
Logitech X56 H.O.T.A.S.
9.3Excellent · out of 10
$249.99
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Thrustmaster T.16000M FCS HOTAS
9.2Excellent · out of 10
$169.99
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Thrustmaster TCA Officer Pack Airbus Edition
9.2Excellent · out of 10
$199.99
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 9.3/10 | 9.2/10 | 9.2/10 |
| Checked price | $249.99 | $169.99 | $199.99 |
| Sensor | Hall effect | Hall effect | Hall effect |
| Axis resolution | 16-bit | 16-bit | 14-bit |
| Axes | 13 | 9 | 6 |
| Buttons | Not stated | 30 | 33 |
| Throttle levers | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| Twist rudder | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Detents | Not stated | Not stated | Airbus-style detents and thrust reverser, can be disabled with mechanical selectors |
| Modular design | Not stated | Not stated | Yes |
| Platforms | PC | PC | PC |
| Weight | 2.279 kg (5 lb) | 2.1 kg (5 lb) | 1.45 kg (3 lb) |
| Warranty | 2 years | Not stated | Not stated |
Best value in the selection · prices checked on October 29, 2026
Frequently asked questions
How do I compare HOTAS sets?
Choose up to three models in the menus. The table lines up the score, the checked price and the official specs (sensor, resolution, axes, buttons and throttle levers); the best value in each row is highlighted in orange.
How is the best value chosen?
For each numeric criterion, the most favorable value wins: highest score, lowest price, most axes or buttons, longest warranty. A value that is not stated is not ranked.
Can I share my comparison?
Yes: the page address keeps the products you chose (ids parameter), so you can simply copy it.
Do the scores come from hands-on tests?
No. They are calculated from official manufacturer spec sheets and checked US prices, using the method published on our methodology page.