The buttons on the stick and throttle are very inconsistent in their feel

All joystick functions work and all buttons are programmable.

right handed, well placed buttons on the throttlepeople tell me the t16000m is better for its sensors, but that doesnt come with a throttle, most of the buttons are on the base and it costs more.i dont notice any precision problems with

I know there's some folks around that say there's NOT ENOUGH buttons

The only complaint I personally could give would be that there is a small dead zone around the centered position of the stick, but other than that, it's very responsive, the buttons are easy to reach without having to remove your hands from the controls, and both the throttle and the stick feel great in your hands

D- Not *quite* enough buttons to have a button for everything in E:D.

It's a joystick with a lot of useless buttons.

You have so many buttons for everything, love the throttle

I use it on elite dangerous and x-rebirth good button count

Thrust stick works and all buttons are responsive, but actual flight stick did not work

One button the on throttle is a little awkward to use; you either have to use the base of your thumb or shift your hand slightly

The stick has a trigger and three easily accessible buttons with the thumb

Button 3 on the front of the joystick is a little too easy to press my mistake (I have fairly large hands so that might just be me).

All the axis seem dead on and the buttons feel great with every press.

Not enough buttons on the stick

The directional cone on top of the joystick is not an analog button (force-sensitive

ok, the buttons all work, and there are a lot of them.

My only complaint is the little button that lights up green or red

All buttons are really accessable and easy to set up

Cons:It could use more buttons, or, ideally, some switches with lights

Button #5 stopped working within a few days.

The pre-set buttons work well as already set up, but can be custom set should you so desire

Edit: after one year, a second button has broken

Since the trim wheels in many airplanes are on the pilot's right, I had assigned these buttons on the right for trim up and trim down – not good to press both together, but the placement and right hand grip seems to encourage pressing both buttons at once

The thing is sturdy, has twelve buttons usable in games, and up to five axis thanks to having a rudder rocker in the throttle AND a swivelling stick (the Saitek X52's lack of a rudder rocker in the throttle was a primary factor in my not buying it)

I particularly like that some of the "good" buttons are easy to hit quickly, while others are hard to hit accidentally (while still being easily reachable).Throttle stick.

Also the buttons on the throttle were awkward for me to manipulate

The button to the right side on the joystick near the trigger (number 3) is ridiculously easy to bump.

Everything I need is within reach, but not so close that I might accidentally hit the wrong buttons

Sometimes Elite can feel like I can use up my entire keyboard to map all the functions, but this has enough buttons for anything that is really important to flying and fighting

The Yoke is decent enough, heavy base...adjustable resistance but lacks enough buttons to be really useful

But in less than 2 months the #5 button stopped working

Sturdy, solid, very adjustable, lots of convenient and well placed buttons.

I works bitchin, kind of poor in quality and a quite unimportant button stopped working for a couple hours but now works fine

I works bitchin, kind of poor in quality and a quite unimportant button stopped working for a couple hours but now works fine

but it's bulky and confusing buttons.

Not enough buttons for Computer flight simulators

I used mine very little and one button is dead as they get!!!!!

Didn't quite have enough buttons for

Feels very sturdy and durable.-The ability to screw together the two pieces leaves you with a very solidly connected HOTAS.Cons:-The cord connecting the two main pieces is rather short, giving you limited space to separate the two.-The main USB cord to the computer feels slightly shorter than I would like, but that is more personal preference.-I would have liked there to be more buttons available on the HOTAS, there seems to be a lot of empty/unused space

all the buttons work fine

And it doesn't have enough buttons, but it's the only separate throttle with rudder set up there is, and it is not expensive

I use this to play Elite Dangerous and would rate it 5 stars for its amazing fun-to-dollar value, but the top-right button on the throttle became hard to press after about 3 weeks of use.

There are enough buttons and switches to handle most often used funtions.

The unit has only 12 programmable buttons as opposed to 14 on the Saitek, so I had to give up 2 button assignments

It does the job well with enough buttons and controls to manage the game's options.

I do plan on upgrading when more top shelf options are available, because this is very much an entry level setup, if you are going to be serious about using a HOTAS setup you'll want something with a fair few more buttons.

Just enough buttons for for Elite Dangerous, which I feel this joystick was really meant for

I use a lot of mods for my flight sims and this works great with FSCabin Crew button control for Aerosoft Airbus payware, as the buttons can be mapped to non-standard stick buttons on the base for easier button control and response to first officer checklist calls and flows

Every button is working great ,easy to use and can turn an amator into a real flighting ace.

so unfortunately it doesn't have enough buttons, but i make do

The springs feel sturdy and the buttons are very clear as to when they are being pressed.

I like the buttons on the throttle arm, I wish there were more on the stick itself, but overall it's a good joystick for the price

(Hint, open up the TM control panel and click Properties, then get an idea what button is what number).

The soft button on the rear of the thrust lever doesn't seem to work for some reason

Enough buttons to satisfy most flight games needs.

I've been using this product for a while, when the joystick 5 button stopped working

Cons: kind of flimsy on desk, putting them together is a pain sometimes, there isnt any feed back or responsiveness, the joystick trys really hard to center itself (screaming bungie system), button can be sensitive and easily pressed, slightly annoying throttle trying to snap to center as well

I spent nearly 3 months arguing with them over faulty buttons on my

Sufficient buttons for flight based games, however keyboard is still heavily needed for sims

Not enough buttons for Elite Dangerous... potentially may need to increase deadzones as it wears out

Otherwise I do not feel this setup would have had enough buttons to map everything to

I would say this is a great starting point though, much better than spending $100+ on an X52 and realizing you still need more buttons and hate the plastic feel before upgrading to some serious CH gear or a Warthog, because it will happen if you get the bug

It has enough buttons on it to program the basic functionality like undercarriage, flaps, gun / weapons, wheel / air brake controls

good qualityprice is rightcan be separated for a more realistic experiencegreat response timepreset buttons for FSXcan be used for PC and PS3Cons:Not really heavy at the base, sometimes it moves when you move the stick forwardno resistance in the throttle (personal preference)no reverse thrustAll in all a great beginner to advanced Hotas setup

Has enough buttons to map several functions to your HOTAS (for complicated games such as DCS).CON:1

is very responsive and soft to operate, the many buttons it has let's you pick and choose what would you like to control in the simulator

Not very many buttons but for the price, and the quality, we'll worth it

One minor complaint is that buttons 3 and 4 are placed on the stick opposite each other, 4 on the back right towards the operator, and 3 on the front right.

All the buttons feel great

The buttons are fairly intuitive and well placed, the unit is sturdy with enough weight for it to stay put on my desk, and the adjustable tension in the joystick is a very nice feature.

The plastic creaks a bit like plastic does, but it works very well, is sensitive enough, and has good button placement

These also take up a lot less space than a yoke, and I like the rudder buttons on the throttle quadrant which so far leaves me with no need to buy pedals

Lacks a few features of the more expensive models, but has more than enough conveniently placed buttons to provide full control of all the essential flight elements, and a few to spare

Unless the game you're playing happens to detect all the right buttons and axes (some will and some won't) and happens to allow custom adjustments, you can't customize the functions of this stick.

I bought this for my war games, and it works great love the seperate throttle controls and theres enough buttons to assign anything you want, so if you like flying jets and helis on war games can't go wrong with this.

Worked well but did not have enough programmable buttons for PC flight sims.

It's solid and has a nice button layout, but that dead zone can be a problem in some sims.

Everything works smoothly, and there are enough buttons to satisfy all but the really hard core guys.

There are quite a few buttons on it as well, not as many as say the Thrustmaster Warthog, but enough for what I need

I use this to play Elite Dangerous and would rate it 5 stars for its amazing fun-to-dollar value, but the top-right button on the throttle became hard to press after about 3 weeks of use.

The buttons are responsive and don't feel sticky

The 12 programmable buttons are awesome, well placed, and relieve a lot of keyboard concern.

The only adjustment I had to make were for the trim tab, default was right top button for down trim.

The separate buttons for elevator trim are awkward, and should have been one thumbwheel instead

The quality is superb and has all the proper buttons and everything is perfectly laid out !

However, after familiarizing myself with the controls and what I want to have at hand during critical moments, I would prefer more buttons

for the same price you get a separated throttle slider and more buttons

I was able to map all the buttons and its works very well for game play.

I works bitchin, kind of poor in quality and a quite unimportant button stopped working for a couple hours but now works fine

The buttons are all easily reachable and positioned in good places, making them easy to find with your fingers

The Yoke is decent enough, heavy base...adjustable resistance but lacks enough buttons to be really useful

Both the joystick and throttle are comfortable in hand and the 12 buttons are all fairly easy to reach.

There are more than enough buttons, mapping is easier than in my other devices.

Compact and versatile all in one, good button placement and adjustable controls

My ONLY complaint would be that it could use a few more buttons on the Joystick, like where your thumb comes down on the support, and maybe a pinky button

I got this for Elite: Dangerous and there is not enough buttons on it for all my keybinds

All the axes are very responsive and work well, and the buttons are well placed and easily accessible

One issue, there is a button on the thrust lever that my thump keeps

a button stopped working on it.

With the full size throttle control, well-positioned buttons, and smooth stick response, the gaming experience is excellent

Some buttons feel a little cheap, probably won't survive more than a year of heavy

I was annoyed, but I could live with one dead button

Thrust stick works and all buttons are responsive, but actual flight stick did not work

I use it on elite dangerous and x-rebirth good button count

It feels good in your hand, it doesn't have any goofy actions, every button is reachable

I temporarily fixed these problems with the built-in "reprogrammming" feature (it actually came in useful!) until the problem cleared up and the buttons and axis returned to normal after a few computer reboots.==Pros==*Smooth, sturdy flight stick with adjustable resistance*12 usable buttons + 8 way hat (there are three additional buttons that only control joystick functionality and aren't usable in games AFAIK)*5-axis (including separate rudder rocker in throttle and twistable flight stick)*Feels solidly built*Throttle detaches from stick and can be placed a short distance

But today, button #5 on the side of the throttle stopped working

* the buttons didn't work on the device

I have used it less than any of the other flight sticks I have and 1 button has just stopped working

The rocking axis behind the throttle is nice, but the remaining buttons are too arcade-like.

The buttons and stick feel solid and operate smoothly

At first I was concerned that the flight stick part did not have enough buttons but after playing many different sims and games, I have not yet ran into any trouble (played with Hawx, DCS Blackshark, IL2 Sturmakov 1942, ARMA 2, Mechwarrior 4 mercenaries, Freespace 2, and Mechwarrior Living Legends)

Everything works perfect 12 buttons a great buy I highly recommend

the 12 programmable buttons work great

You have enough buttons to map to practically any major function and, unlike the lesser models, the buttons are laid out in a very easy to operate manner.

The quick start guide explains which buttons are mapped to which functions by default for Flight Simulator X. Turns out the same mapping applies to FS 2004 as well!There is one thing to be aware of: on the throttle is an LED-lit "home" button.

The buttons are great.

Not enough programable buttons.

Number six button didn't work upon delivery

I would prefer a few more buttons but there are a reasonable amount

All I keep thinking about and saying is, "it's not a Thrustmaster, this thing sucks... and it seriously has like 40 buttons!" and over time it was always, "it's not my HOTAS

Also, twisting the stick gives you rudder control on FSX as well as having a right left button on the throttle quadrant that can also be used in this manner

After that, I would have preferred more buttons on the joystick.

The button suddenly didn't work at all in the middle of combat

The stick really needs another d-pad - it doesn't have enough buttons for many modern games

Really good button placement and movement on the x/y stick

everything feels solid and the buttons are nice and smooth with only one button that is a minor pain to get to

so I wouldn't be surprised if other buttons suddenly stop working as well.

The stick is firm with good return on all axis and the buttons feel solid when pulled/pressed.

You can easily access not just the joystick and throttle controls, but the joystick's "twist" axis, thumb stick, and the throttle's rocker switch as well as its many buttons.

There are enough buttons to cover all the major functions of an aircraft in a simulator that you don't want to be using a mouse or keyboard for

Lastly there aren't really enough buttons for freespace 2, and I often need to supplement control with the keyboard, but that is the only game I have that problem with, as most sims with many controls require the user to take their hands off the stick sometimes anyway

The buttons are lacking in number and variety compared to more expensive HOTASes

The button depressed, but it didn't trigger the command I had bound to it

These buttons will all break in a similar way, sooner or later

Unfortunately, in PC mode if you bump the "home" button, rather than it acting as another button, it switches to PS3 mode.

The connection between the throttle and the joystick (the hooks to make it one item) is cheap and works very poorly, it has far fewer usable buttons than my very old joystick

Used for elite: dangerous and had enough buttons for my taste

Bought this for Elite Dangerous - Could use an extra button or two - took me a few tries to settle on a control scheme I like, but I figured one out that works really well

Only problem is a button or two are kinda

The top button on the throttle stopped working, and there was no longer any audible click

Really well built, easy to programme the plentiful buttons, and a superb joystick shape that your hand moulds to, very satisfied.

This is not a "professional grade" build and doesn't have all the crazy buttons, fancy lights, toggle switches and LCD screens the others try to catch your attention with.

* It has enough buttons and axes for most needs

It has enough standard buttons to control the important (thrust, rudder, flaps, spoilers, reverse thrust, landing gear, etc)

Flight stick and throttle+ Flight stick is very smooth and adjustable+ Setup is easy+ great button layoutCons- Detaching the throttle from the flight stick , the cable is very short and can not extend- Not enough buttons for you hardcore people and some gamesAll in All this is a great Hotas, Specially for the price, If i had a larger desk and could place my keyboard off to the left side and still have access to it as well as this on my right, or the cable between the flight stick and throttle was longer i could have my keyboard in the middle (which was more ideal for me

It works well, has good feel to it, however does not have very many buttons and functions

Lots of configurable buttons, realistic and reliable, I recommend it

The ergonomics seem pretty good, and should be fine for anyone with medium/normal sized hands, though buttons 8 and 10 may be slightly awkward to reach

The right hand unit is comfortable, but lacking buttons

The joystick itself is strong and firm and the buttons are responsive and press cleanly

Its got a great many buttons, and the ability to reprogram and switch button functions between themselves.

It had more than enough buttons for the

Plenty of well placed buttons and great sensitivity

Every other button works, but I can't shoot anything.

Cheap feeling and sounding buttons

Some people will say having 12 buttons is not enough, but for most games i play 12 is enough and if not i put the less used ones on my keyboard still

I hate typing in caps, but this is key to this unit receiving all 5 stars, since the default control scheme in Elite: Dangerous doesn't map the buttons in an efficient enough way to cover all the main usages

The product seems to be well made and the buttons are very easy to program to your preference.

They are cheap plastic buttons with little feedback.

I've gone through 2 of these and am now waiting for my third one because the same button the the throttle keeps breaking

The adjustable resistance on the joystick is a nice feature, and there are more than enough buttons to find a use for everything

It has enough buttons at the right places for me

... Has a dead button but is out of the return period

All the people talking about how it has a lot of draw in the motion and not enough buttons, you must have bought something else

It has just enough buttons to map all necessary controls, and was obviously developed with ergonomitry in mind

There's enough buttons that you can map all the essential functions if you have two "Shift" buttons

My quest for a programmable usb joystick and throttle combination for XP led me to the super affordable T-Flight Hotas USB Controller.

My quest for a programmable usb joystick and throttle combination for XP led me to the super affordable T-Flight Hotas USB Controller.