ProDeskSim Buyers Guide 2026

ProDeskSim is one of those brands you find through word of mouth. A small UK-based maker specialising in Honeycomb Bravo throttle quadrant addons, they’ve built a reputation for aircraft-specific overlays that actually feel like the real thing. I’ve spent a fair bit of time researching what they offer, watching comparison videos, and reading through community feedback – and there’s a lot to like here, with a few honest caveats worth knowing about.

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ProDeskSim sits at the premium end of the Bravo addon market. Their products range from $49 to $249 USD and cover Boeing, Airbus, and regional aircraft types. Everything is 3D printed in-house with metal components where it matters. Worth stating upfront: every throttle addon here requires a Honeycomb Bravo Throttle Quadrant ($269 separately) to function. No Bravo, no party.

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This guide covers ProDeskSim’s full product range – from their core throttle overlays for Boeing and Airbus aircraft through to the newer standalone panels like the FMC CDU. I’ll break down the flagship products, what the community thinks of the build quality, and where the real value sits across their price range.

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Why ProDeskSim?

ProDeskSim started around 2020-2021 as a small operation making Bravo addons, and grew almost entirely through flight sim forums and YouTube reviews. It’s likely a one-person or very small team operation, which explains both the quality attention and the shipping timelines (more on that shortly). The engineering philosophy is clear: aircraft-specific designs with functional mechanisms, not generic throttle overlays.

The technical standout is their hidden spring mechanism. Where competitors like FlightSimFactory use visible external springs, ProDeskSim conceals everything internally for a cleaner finished look. Their spring-loaded flaps provide proper tactile feedback at each detent position, and the thrust reversers are consistently praised as smoother than the competition. Tool-free installation is another selling point – most products snap directly onto the Bravo without any fiddling.

Community Sentiment

From the YouTube reviews I’ve watched, the consensus is fairly consistent. Build quality wins head-to-head comparisons. SimFanatic called their A319-A321 Advanced “the best product I’ve tried from ProDeskSim.” FSElite’s 737 comparison praised the “better thrust reversers” and “smoother action” versus HomeCockpit. CST FlightDeck noted “excellent print quality” across the range.

The criticism is equally consistent, though. Tight tolerances can cause rubbing on some units – mostly a bedding-in issue but worth knowing. Caps don’t always snap on securely across all models. And the big one: shipping. ProDeskSim products show as “in stock” but they’re actually made to order. Five-plus weeks for delivery is common, which catches people off guard. If you’re the impatient type, factor that in before ordering.

ProDeskSim is roughly 27% more expensive than HomeCockpit for equivalent products – the 737 addon runs about $130 versus $102 from HomeCockpit. The quality difference justifies the premium for most buyers, but if you’re purely budget-conscious, HomeCockpit is the obvious alternative. For accuracy purists, FlightSimFactory on Etsy takes a more realism-focused design approach and might edge it on certain aircraft types.

ProDeskSim’s Flagship Throttle Addons

ProDeskSim’s throttle addons are the core business. Each one is designed for a specific aircraft type with functional flap mechanisms, detents, and thrust reversers tailored to that airframe. The “Advanced” variants include the full feature set – spring-loaded flaps, functional reversers, and decorative hardware details.

A380 Advanced Throttle

The A380 Advanced is ProDeskSim’s most expensive throttle addon at $169. It covers the wide-body Airbus quad-engine configuration with spring-loaded flaps and functional thrust reversers. The hidden spring mechanism keeps everything looking clean, which matters when you’re staring at it during long-haul flights in MSFS or X-Plane.

For A380 pilots specifically, this is the only game in town at this quality level. The internal spring design and decorative screw details set it apart from anything else available for the Bravo.

• Aircraft: Airbus A380 (quad engine)
• Price: $169 USD
• Spring-loaded flaps with tactile detents
• Functional thrust reversers
• Hidden internal spring mechanism
• Tool-free Bravo installation

A319-A321 Advanced Throttle

At $167.45, the A319-A321 Advanced covers the A320 family – which is probably the most popular aircraft in flight sim right now. SimFanatic’s review of this one was particularly positive, calling it the best product in ProDeskSim’s lineup. The spring-loaded flap system and functional reversers work well for the narrow-body configuration.

If you fly the FlyByWire A32NX in MSFS (and let’s be honest, most Airbus simmers do), this is the addon that’ll see the most use. The A320 family is where the value proposition really makes sense given how much time you’ll spend with it.

• Aircraft: Airbus A319, A320, A321
• Price: $167.45 USD
• Covers the full A320 family
• Spring-loaded flaps with detent positions
• Functional thrust reversers
• Community-rated as ProDeskSim’s best product

747 Advanced Throttle

The Boeing flagship. At $141.95, the 747 Advanced is a quad-engine throttle overlay with ProDeskSim’s full feature set. Boeing fans will appreciate the aircraft-specific detent positioning and thrust reverser action. The build quality here matches the Airbus side of the range – same hidden springs, same tool-free installation.

Look, the 747 is an iconic aircraft. If you’re flying the PMDG 747 in MSFS or the Felis 747 in X-Plane, having aircraft-specific throttle feel adds genuine immersion that a generic Bravo overlay simply doesn’t provide.

• Aircraft: Boeing 747 (quad engine)
• Price: $141.95 USD
• Aircraft-specific detent positioning
• Functional thrust reversers
• Hidden spring mechanism
• Compatible with PMDG and Felis variants

FMC CDU

ProDeskSim’s most expensive product at $249 – and a signal that they’re moving beyond pure Bravo addons. The FMC CDU is a standalone flight management computer panel, not a Bravo overlay. This is proper avionics hardware for Boeing cockpit builders. It’s a different market entirely from the throttle addons, targeting simmers who are building more complete cockpit setups.

Worth noting this is relatively new territory for ProDeskSim. The community is watching to see how the build quality holds up on these more complex standalone panels. Early signs are positive, but there isn’t the same depth of reviews yet as there is for the throttle range.

• Type: Standalone panel (not a Bravo addon)
• Price: $249 USD
• Boeing FMC CDU functionality
• 3D printed with metal hardware
• Part of ProDeskSim’s avionics expansion

Boeing Throttle Range

ProDeskSim covers the main Boeing fleet: 737, 747, 777, and 787. The 737 is where most buyers start – it’s the most popular Boeing in sim and the B737 Ultra at $101.60 represents a more accessible entry point than the Advanced models. FSElite’s head-to-head comparison between the ProDeskSim and HomeCockpit 737 overlays concluded that ProDeskSim’s build quality was the clear winner, with smoother thrust reversers and better overall finish.

The range also includes the 777 and 787 for twin-engine Boeing pilots. Each addon uses aircraft-specific detent positioning rather than generic lever arrangements, which is the whole point of going ProDeskSim over a cheaper universal overlay.

Airbus Throttle Range

The Airbus side covers the A319-A321 (A320 family), A350, and A380. The A320 family addon is arguably ProDeskSim’s strongest product based on community feedback, and the A350 is where the ProDeskSim versus FlightSimFactory debate gets interesting. CST FlightDeck’s comparison noted that FlightSimFactory offers “slightly more realistic shapes” and external spring-loaded reversers, whilst ProDeskSim wins on aesthetics with hidden springs and decorative screws.

One honest caveat on the A350: CST FlightDeck pointed out that ProDeskSim includes an idle detent which the real A350 doesn’t have. If pure accuracy matters to you, that’s worth considering. For most simmers, the functional benefit of the detent outweighs the accuracy concern – but it’s the kind of detail accuracy purists will notice.

Beyond the Bravo: Standalone Hardware

ProDeskSim is expanding beyond pure Bravo addons into standalone avionics panels and controllers. This is a significant shift – it signals growth ambitions and a move into more complex hardware. The FMC CDU ($249) and MCDU Unit ($139) are proper standalone panels, not Bravo overlays. There’s also a Multi Axis Controller ($109) and a Desk Mount ($149) for more permanent cockpit setups.

This is still early days for these products. The throttle addon range has years of community validation behind it, whilst the standalone panels are newer and less thoroughly reviewed. I’d keep an eye on this space – if ProDeskSim brings the same build quality to standalone hardware, they’ll be worth serious consideration for cockpit builders.

Accessories

ProDeskSim’s largest category by product count is accessories – individual levers, replacement caps, adapter pieces, and add-on components. This is useful if you want to build up a custom configuration or replace worn parts. The CRJ 500-1000 Advanced at $189.60 is technically categorised here despite being a full throttle addon, because it bundles multiple components.

Compare by Investment Level

ProDeskSim’s range breaks down into three fairly distinct investment tiers. At the entry level ($49-$89), you’re looking at individual accessories, replacement parts, and basic addon components. These are useful for topping up an existing setup or testing the brand before committing to a full throttle overlay. The mid tier ($89-$150) is where the standard and Ultra throttle addons sit – the B737 Ultra at $101.60 is honestly where I’d start if I were buying into ProDeskSim for the first time. Good build quality, most-flown aircraft, reasonable price.

The premium tier ($150-$249) covers the Advanced throttle addons and the new standalone panels. The A319-A321 Advanced at $167.45 and A380 Advanced at $169 represent the full-fat ProDeskSim experience with spring-loaded flaps, functional reversers, and all the tactile details. The FMC CDU at $249 is premium standalone territory for serious cockpit builders. My honest take: the mid-tier 737 or the A319-A321 Advanced are where most buyers will find the best balance of quality and value.

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