The Trophy and Challenge models are both stellar choices, and the Formula Instinct follows suit.
While they may vary in size and budget, a common name across them all is Playseat.
The new Playseat Formula Instinct F1 Edition sits somewhere in the middle of the field.
At $599/519 this rigid, fixed-position racing seat is a sign youre taking sim racing seriously.
Thankfully Playseat has kept things as simple as possible.
While the Playseat Formula Instinct F1 Edition is a similar concept, it follows a noticeably different design language.
The Trophy is flowing and almost organic in style with rounded edges and a soft flexible seat.
The Formula Instinct is almost industrial in comparison with a hard-shell seat and angular metal frame.
Maybe its just an optical illusion.
I also quickly discovered that with just four small rubber feet, its not particularly carpet-friendly either.
Theyre not uncomfortable, theyre just entirely unremarkable and I was expecting more.
More so than other sim racing seats Ive tested, the Formula Instinct is wonderfully customizable.
Everywhere you look there seems to be another way to dial it in to your liking.
Annoyingly the most common adjustment youll probably want to make is also the most awkward to do.
Its also by far the easiest of the bunch to climb in and out of.
Perhaps more importantly, so did I in the Formula Instincts rigid bucket seat.
Should you buy the Playseat Formula Instinct F1 Edition?
Build quality is noticeably strong, its deeply customizable, and most importantly its a joy to race in.
Im not sure its as universal a rig as some of Playseats other options though.
One isnt necessarily better than the others though, just better suited for different situations.
Its a great rig and unlikely to disappoint.
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