Flight simulation vs Sim racing
Flight simulation and sim racing have 90% in common. Here is how they differ on time, cost and feel, so you can pick the one that fits your week.
| What | Flight simulation | Sim racing |
|---|---|---|
| Time a week | 4 hours a week | 4 hours a week |
| Who with | On your own | On your own |
| You end up with | A skill you got better at | A skill you got better at |
| Feels | Calm | Lively |
| To start | $100 | $300 |
Choose flight simulation if
- Cheaper to start
- No winners or losers
- More relaxing
About $100 to start, then about $10 a month.
Choose sim racing if
- Costs more to start
- More competitive
- Livelier
About $300 to start, then about $20 a month.
What you'll need
- Flight simulation: About $100 to start, then about $10 a month. Full cost breakdown
- Sim racing: About $300 to start, then about $20 a month. Full cost breakdown