Spent some time programming my CM3 throttle and in just a few hours of fly time I can already say a few things between the two.
The Warthog
The Warthog being ‘taller’ lends itself to easy throttle manipulation. It just feels easier to push back and forth.
The base is really heavy which helps keep it planted, not to mistake that for ‘quality’ as I wasn’t very happy to see screws threading directly into plastic.
The lock between both throttles feels more secure than the CM3.
Looks really sleek, so it’s definitely got that cool factor.
Last but not least, all controls are programmed in the way they’re meant to be used which is great if you don’t like tweaking things and want more of a set it and forget it type ordeal.
The CM3
The software is truly amazing, as you have much more versatility when adapting the throttle to your play-style. I found myself adding controls I couldn’t add on the Warthog. I guess this isn’t a hard knock at the Warthog as they’re simply mimicking something specific to another aircraft.
Although the CM3 is shorter, you can better fine tune the friction much better (but not as accessible) as the Warthog. Wasn’t a fan for the large dial you had to spin 10+ times to finally feel a difference.
An axis dedicated for the flaps! Not sure why the Warthog couldn’t make this one change as I hated the way I programmed it versus this axis setup.
Have to say, I’m a beginner in this whole scene but it’s crazy just how much I can like a (quality) peripheral over another (quality) peripheral.
Hope that helps anyone that is new and wanting to get into this hobby.
Warthog is getting tossed into the closet I guess…maybe I can trade with someone for a Virpil stick 