Logitech G X56 H.O.T.A.S Throttle and Joystick Flight Simulator Game Controller, 4 Spring Options, +189 Programmable Controls, RGB Lighting, 2x USB, PC - Black
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Features
- Military-grade Space and Flight Sim Precision. Customizable options including all the control surface options required to achieve the exact level of performance that aspiring combat pilots demand.System Requirements : Windows 11,10,8.1,7, 2x USB 2.0 Port
- New Mini Analog Stick Control Surfaces: Control pitch, roll, yaw, backwards, forwards, up, down, left and right as well as gimballed weapons that are controlled separately from the space craft
- RGB Backlighting: Many PC peripherals now feature RGB backlighting and the X-56 is no exception. Use the software to set the color of the lighting to match the rest of your gaming rig
- Ideal for VR: The X-56 places controls perfectly under your fingers where subtle distinctions in button feel and shape help you navigate the control set with ease
- Fully Featured HOTAS: Accurate 16-bit aileron and elevator axis with hall-effect sensors. Adjustable Stick Force via Advanced 4-Spring System. Twin Throttles with Friction Adjuster and Throttle Lock
- Cable Length: 2 m
Description
The updated X56 HOTAS features a new stealthy black and gray finish. The changes go beyond cosmetic, with engineering updates to address the feedback from the community delivering a more amazing experience for all flight enthusiasts; from fun, plug-and-play gaming all the way to professional fine- tuned simulation. The X56 has a multitude of customizable options, including mini analog sticks to enable true 6 degrees of freedom control of your spacecraft. Featuring 16-bit non-contact sensors, the stick offers the most accurate level of control on the market today; control that you can enhance even further via adjustment of the response curves and deadzones. RGB lighting allows you to customize the appearance of the stick so that it becomes a fully integrated part of your simulation setup.
Release date: June 20, 2023
Product Dimensions: 7.28 x 8.86 x 10.43 inches; 5.07 Pounds
Type of item: Personal Computers
Language: English
Item model number: 945-000058
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer: No
Item Weight: 5.07 pounds
Manufacturer: Logitech
Batteries: 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included)
Date First Available: February 20, 2018
Frequently asked questions
The Logitech G X56 H.O.T.A.S is a highly advanced joystick and throttle controller ideal for flight simulators. Key features include +189 programmable controls allowing for extensive customization, RGB lighting for a visually exciting gaming experience, and two USB ports for easy connectivity. It also offers four different spring options to adjust the tension to your preference, providing a more personal gameplay experience.
The X56 H.O.T.A.S is mainly designed for PCs. It comes with two USB connectors for seamless connection with your computer.
Yes, the RGB lighting on the X56 H.O.T.A.S can be adjusted and customized according to your gameplay needs and personal preferences. This adds a level of immersion to your flight simulation experience.
The +189 programmable controls on the X56 H.O.T.A.S refers to the extensive customization available on the controller. Using the included software, you can map joystick movement, button presses, and other controls to virtually any function in your flight simulator game program. This gives you unparalleled control and the ability to streamline your gaming process.
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This is our summary and key points to consider based on customer reviews.
The Logitech Saitek X56 HOTAS is a high-quality peripheral that provides a lot of value for the price point, according to most reviewers. Many users praised its controls, versatility, and the abundance of buttons that make the joystick an ideal option for flight simulations. However, some have noted that the plastic mechanism and uncomfortable ergonomic design can cause discomfort over time. The stick is ideally suited for VR and games like DCS and Elite Dangerous, but it might be overkill for less advanced flight sims.
Pros
- 🎮 Great multifunctionality and abundance of buttons
- 💰 Good value for money
- 👍 Ideal for use with major sims and VR
- 📐 Adjustable throttle and stick tension
- 💪 Strong and durable with long-term usage
Cons
- 🖐 Ergonomically uncomfortable design
- 🔌 High power requirements and requires a high-output USB hub
- ⚙ Inconsistent button labeling across different games
- 👋 Requires frequent adjustment of hand placement
- 💠 Material used is a less durable plastic
Should I Buy It?
If you're a flight sim enthusiast looking for a joystick with multiple functionalities and you don't mind the ergonomic design issues, the Logitech Saitek X56 HOTAS is a great option. The price is also reasonable given the features it offers. However, if you prioritize long-term comfort and a more intuitive button layout, you might want to consider other options in the market.
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I was a little hesitant after the documented issues with X52 and reviews of the X56, but decided to go for it instead of spending the multiple hundreds into thousands that is the next step up from here. Wow! I have used it for Elite Dangerous, Star Citizen, and MSFS, and am impressed! Have also used it to replace dual joysticks for logging in farm Sim, but it really shines in the games with lots of controls to bind. Despite being primarily plastic, the controls feel premium and construction feels solid. The movement of the main joystick is fluid and smooth, and there are more buttons and hat switches than I could possibly need! The single complaint is with the split throttle needing to be very stiff in order to maintain position, or it will lower itself and easily moves if bumped - and that part never got better over time. I use clamp on brackets, so I can deal with a very tight throttle, but it does get irritating at times, to be honest. Warning #1, check the dimensions, these things are huge compared to some other HOTAS options! Warning #2, despite that size, they are not too heavy, so some kind of mounting is necessary if you "play with passion." lol Have over a couple hundred hours use and no problems except the throttle not holding position unless super tight. Easily recommend unless a person can afford the big jump in cost to go the next step up.
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Reviewed in the United States on November 25, 2023 by Robert S Voss
Pattern Name: Flight Controller
I normally don't write reviews but I thought it was important to write this one because like me I am sure many other people are looking at this HOTAS and wondering if this is the one for you. You are also probably looking at the x52 and x52 professional. I opted for this HOTAS (playing Elite Dangerous & X4 and various others). This one while being the most expensive option was also the most available at the time and looked the most sturdy as well. THIS IS A SAITEK PRODUCT that Logitech acquired and then branded their own. That's ok, it still works with the proper software driver download (we will get to that later in review). First off this HOTAS is rather large, but keep in mind there are also a LOT OF BUTTONS which require it to be so. Some people with smaller hands might find this to be to big for them. My hands are fairly large and this is at just about the maximum size I can comfortably control. Some reviews complain of poor button placement, well you have a million buttons they all have to go somewhere so nothing is going to be perfect. You just have to adapt to the layout of the HOTAS. The Stick: Solid feeling with the look and feel of a fighter stick, (this is not a Cessna stick here this is a space ship/fighter jet stick). You can still fly a Cessna with this but you also can fly a Boeing 747 or a space shuttle, its up to you. There are multiple HAT controls just on the stick including a smooth move all direction hat that is in fact like a miniature joystick on your joystick. What would you use something like that for? Well for example in Elite dangerous I use the smooth move hat (black to the left of the stick half way down) for which direction I want to "look". This way I can control the direction of the ship with the Stick itself while using the little HAT control to look around which has replaced the mouse for looking around. Very handy, You can effectively remove all keyboard and mouse input with these types of controls and setups. The Stick and Throttle are both coated in that nice feeling smooth PTFE feeling rubber. This makes for a comfy grip not so much of a plastic like feeling like my old Logitech Extreme 3d Pro which I upgraded from. (Had the 3d pro for 15 years excellent entry level joystick and you can still buy it!) The Throttle: This took some getting used to but in the end I am learning to really like the throttle. First off yes you are looking at a split control throttle. Either side can move independently of one another like a real plane. There is a locking mechanism to lock them both together which is how mine will always stay because none of the games I play require independent thrust input to one side of the engine or the other. You will feel that seam in the middle when moving the throttle BUT you will get used to it. Like other reviews the throttle is in fact STIFF, why? because a real throttle is also stiff. If it wasn't than when a stewardess brings the pilots their coffee and sneezes the plane would crash. You have a knob to turn to affect the tension of the throttle, even turned all the way to lowest setting the throttle will feel stiff to push but it is mimicking real life. If you are buying this thinking you are going to be able to just SLAM THE THROTTLE open, you will break this thing like a few review pictures will show. In the games I play you aren't accelerating faster then you can push the throttle so this is a non issue. In fact once again this makes it feel far more real and less chincy than other throttle designs. (for reference I wield chainsaws and buck hay all day my hand strength is above average). YES YOU HAVE A BOATLOAD OF BUTTONS ON THE THROTTLE. Once again you have to ask yourself, if you are getting this many button monster are you gonna be upset at the button placement? Or are you going to adapt (this is the correct answer ADAPTING). The metal toggle switches I would like to point out are not ON/OFF switches. They return to center after you push them up or down. So basically you have 2 buttons for every metal toggle but they still feel ultra satisfying to push and flick. .....So many buttons, if you aren't playing an actual flight sim you will be hard pressed to utilize all your button options. That's ok, better to have more options than less but then again that's why you are going to buy this monster you want them buttons don't ya? The Important: Ok I would like to address a few issues here related to some minor details and specifics I had to figure out for myself when installing this monster. PAY ATTENTION TO THIS I HOPE TO SAVE YOU TIME and maybe even help others who have bought this thing but couldn't get it to work properly. For reference I am running Windows 10 on a computer that is NOT A POTATO. OK here we go...... YOU WILL NEED TO GET THE DRIVER TO MAKE THIS THING WORK PROPERLY AND UTILIZE YOUR PRETTY COLOR FUNCTIONS. This HOTAS is not really plug and play and it is not recognized in GHUB. Listen carefully because you also get ZERO instructions with this thing but I am going to tell you right now what to do. 1. Open box and marvel at the beast you just purchased. (DO NOT PLUG IT IN YET) 2. Go to Logitechs website and go to downloads and look up this product for drivers. 3. You will have a list of about 7 or 8 drivers, go to the one on the BOTTOM not the top. (bottom newest driver circa 2018 lol) 4. If you are running 32 bit choose the driver immediately above (I am 64 bit so I believe my driver was the last one in list) 5. (DO NOT PLUG IT IN YET!) Run the driver you just downloaded. 6. You will see a screen come up that has a picture of joystick then a small picture of a USB WITH A RED X over it and then a picture of a computer. (The red X is telling you NOT TO PLUG IT IN YET there are no instructions past this I had to learn all this by rote and trial and error) 7. Click "Next" the driver will start installing ( DO NOT PLUG THINGS IN YOU BETTER NOT HAVE EM PLUGGED IN!) 8. When the first half of the install is done you will see now the image you first saw except the USB icon at center no longer has a red X over it. This is the 2018 program telling you to PLUG IN THE JOYSTICK AND THROTTLE. 9. NOW you PLUG IN THE JOYSTICK AND THROTTLE. (be advised I am very certain this requires USB 2.0 or higher not basic USB). 10. After you have plugged them both in you may now click next on the install window. 11. After the install is finished the button will now say restart. CLICK RESTART. 12. Upon desktop load you will now have a new Icon for X56 HOTAS, this is your joysticks program this is where you change the color of the lighting and also to do programming button binding etc (this is advanced button binding outside of game controls). If you are playing a game like Elite dangerous or X4 do all your binding IN GAME. Yes I had to learn all this on my own but I have shared it with you and now you know how to set this up dear god I hope this helps at least one soul. Changing the spring on the Stick: Go to Youtube, search "how to change X56 Hotas Springs" WATCH THE VIDEO! I changed to the highest spring, it was tricky but it worked I was a little spooked about breaking something make sure you watch a video on this so you understand what exactly you are doing. Once again let me remind you there is no instruction booklet on this thing in the box, you are either using the internet or reading this review or hopefully BOTH. OVERALL: I am very satisfied with the quality of construction and feel of this $250 sink of my hard earned American currency. Plays Elite Dangerous like you were IN THE SHIP ITSELF and I can't wait to try it on other games like X4 or maybe a real flight sim. Buy this product. Take the time to set it up right. Put on a pot of coffee and spend all night binding 486 gorillion buttons. Have Lots Of Fun After. I truly hope this helps clarify some things for wondering folks and helps for you to make a more informed decision on whether this is the right HOTAS for you. ::This review may be updated in the future, First draft 1/25/2025::
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Reviewed in the United States on January 25, 2025 by scythist scythist
Pattern Name: Flight Controller
I bought the Logitech G X56 H.O.T.A.S for the intention of playing Microsoft Flight Simulator with the intention of eventually upgrading and buying and fully Honeycomb Aeronautical setup with a more advanced Yoke and Throttle Quadrant more suited for airliners. The X56 is pretty good for a flight simulator setup, before I bought it ai had only had minimal experience with the X52 by Logitech G. My first annoyance after plugging them into my PC is that they do not connect to the Logitech G Hub, which was partially why I bought them over Thrustmaster. Other than that, the stick is good, it is a bit of a pain to set up all of the buttons and add deadzones to ensure there is no stick drift which was a problem I had with the little joystick where your thumb likes to go and mess with your camera. Which brings me to my next thing which was that it’s not super comfortable to hold. Your thumb either has to be below the joystick or up near the silver and black camera look functions, which is not very convenient or comfortable. Overall okay but by no means amazing. The throttle is okay, it is definitely one that you want to get a mount for or drill it into your desk somewhere with some screws. I have not done anything yet, because I haven’t figured out exactly where I want them, but it is annoying to throttle up and the throttle is so stiff that the base likes to push up with the throttle, which is annoying with takeoffs but is fixable with a mount. The switches are good quality. It has a mode selector in the bottom left, but I haven’t been able to figure out how to use it. The nice thing about the throttle is that there is a nice spot next to the top and bottom silver knobs to put your thumb where is won’t adjust any cameras you don’t want to. One thing I would for sure do is get a label maker and label all of your switches so you don’t accidentally turn your engine off midair or turning on your parking brake instead of lowering your flaps. Overall pretty good as an entry level setup, but I will likely sell them later once I upgrade.
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Reviewed in the United States on October 7, 2025 by Alex Reeves