Electronic Throttle/Pedal Boosters

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It seems like people who have one would recommend it, I've looked into the Pedal Commander and Sprint Booster, but they're pretty pricey. I ended up searching a bit more and found out there are several Chinese manufacturers making them for relatively cheap. There are also several reviews on them on YouTube and they all seem to be positive. I just purchased this one and will leave feedback on here when it comes.

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gookies said:
It seems like people who have one would recommend it, I've looked into the Pedal Commander and Sprint Booster, but they're pretty pricey. I ended up searching a bit more and found out there are several Chinese manufacturers making them for relatively cheap. There are also several reviews on them on YouTube and they all seem to be positive. I just purchased this one and will leave feedback on here when it comes.

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Interested in your feedback once you get it! I've been considering one, but the price tag is steep without being able to experience the difference and having just to take peoples word for it.
 
JVC8790 said:
Interested in your feedback once you get it! I've been considering one, but the price tag is steep without being able to experience the difference and having just to take peoples word for it.
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Will do. At this price, it's worth trying out.
 
I'll be watching for your feedback as well. I'd like to have one if it does what they say they will do. Glad you chose to be the guinea pig, lol.
 
I installed the Pedal Commander on my 2021 TRD Pro 4Runner this weekend. Worth EVERY PENNY. Installed in minutes and I could not believe how dramatic the performance is. Proven product with many great reviews.
 
I also bought a pedal commander for my 2021 nightshade on Oct 8th and I have until Nov 7th to return it if I'm not satisfied. I poured over the reviews on the web and there is a small sample size that report negatives (vehicle throws codes). I am watching for that on my vehicle.

I will say it is like a night and day difference since I installed it. $300 is a lot of money but the throttle lag is gone and it is as it should have been from the factory.
 
importman said:
I'll be watching for your feedback as well. I'd like to have one if it does what they say they will do. Glad you chose to be the guinea pig, lol.
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I can say that the known brands like Pedal Commander and Sprint Booster do what is stated, it's just increasing the pedal sensitivity, so better throttle response, nothing complex going on. I haven't seen a review on a Chinese aftermarket one yet though for the 4Runner, but I'm betting it's going to offer the same performance as the pricier ones.

Hvacgar said:
I installed the Pedal Commander on my 2021 TRD Pro 4Runner this weekend. Worth EVERY PENNY. Installed in minutes and I could not believe how dramatic the performance is. Proven product with many great reviews.
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4runner2021 said:
I also bought a pedal commander for my 2021 nightshade on Oct 8th and I have until Nov 7th to return it if I'm not satisfied. I poured over the reviews on the web and there is a small sample size that report negatives (vehicle throws codes). I am watching for that on my vehicle.

I will say it is like a night and day difference since I installed it. $300 is a lot of money but the throttle lag is gone and it is as it should have been from the factory.
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Yeah, I know the known brands have great feedback, but didn't want to spend that much if there was a cheaper alternative that works just as well. FYI, this is the 4th gen sub, not sure if you guys are bots or what.
 
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I have the Sprint booster. All it does is make the throttle more sensitive. I have the 4speed and I feel like it downshifts a lot more now. Not sure if I like the extra wear on the transmission. I just leave it on the "Green 1" setting which is the lowest and I like it like that.
 
A bot? LOL... The 4th and 5th have the same powertrain, same peddle commander module

gookies said:
I can say that the known brands like Pedal Commander and Sprint Booster do what is stated, it's just increasing the pedal sensitivity, so better throttle response, nothing complex going on. I haven't seen a review on a Chinese aftermarket one yet though for the 4Runner, but I'm betting it's going to offer the same performance as the pricier ones.





Yeah, I know the known brands have great feedback, but didn't want to spend that much if there was a cheaper alternative that works just as well. FYI, this is the 4th gen sub, not sure if you guys are bots or what.
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4runner2021 said:
A bot? LOL... The 4th and 5th have the same powertrain, same peddle commander module
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Don't they all look the same besides the plug? I know they aren't using the same plug. I already know that the known brands like Pedal and Sprint have good reviews and do what is stated and that's simply increasing pedal sensitivity/throttle response. I was searching more for reviews on the knockoffs.
 
I took my pedal commander out. Did not like it. Had it on a v8.

All it does is open up the throttle blade earlier. It was not consistent. Sometimes it was controlled, sometimes it was too touchy.
 
To answer your question, the Pedal Commander site lists the same model (PC 27) for the 4th and 5th gens. I also realize you are also talking about knockoffs.

gookies said:
Don't they all look the same besides the plug? I know they aren't using the same plug. I already know that the known brands like Pedal and Sprint have good reviews and do what is stated and that's simply increasing pedal sensitivity/throttle response. I was searching more for reviews on the knockoffs.
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Monoman2345 said:
If that holds up for a couple years that will be amazing.. We definitely need updates once or twice a year!
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There are some reviews on Youtube, just on different cars. One individual had it for 7-9 months, still working. Will keep it updated if there is interest, but hopefully some may bite the bullet and test it with me.

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I took my pedal commander out. Did not like it. Had it on a v8.

All it does is open up the throttle blade earlier. It was not consistent. Sometimes it was controlled, sometimes it was too touchy.
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Yeah, I'm aware of what they do. Did you end up selling it?


4runner2021 said:
To answer your question, the Pedal Commander site lists the same model (PC 27) for the 4th and 5th gens. I also realize you are also talking about knockoffs.
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Not sure what site you're looking at, but they're listed separately. PC38 for 4th Gen, PC27 for 5th Gen.

Pedal Commander | Throttle Response Controller | PC38 Bluetooth

Pedal Commander | Throttle Response Controller | PC27 Bluetooth
 
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The pc27 has been on my 2019 for about a year now with no issues. There are posts out there where units have failed whether it be PC or Sprint Booster. What'll happen is a sudden loss of power so be aware of the consequences of cheaping out as it might occur more often with the knockoffs at the most inopportune times. Either way, I'm happy with the PC as it fixed my biggest complaint with the responsiveness of the 4r. Although the 4r is still a dog, the PC has reduced my desire to get a Magnuson SC for now
 
VB.TRD.Pro said:
The pc27 has been on my 2019 for about a year now with no issues. There are posts out there where units have failed whether it be PC or Sprint Booster. What'll happen is a sudden loss of power so be aware of the consequences of cheaping out as it might occur more often with the knockoffs at the most inopportune times. Either way, I'm happy with the PC as it fixed my biggest complaint with the responsiveness of the 4r. Although the 4r is still a dog, the PC has reduced my desire to get a Magnuson SC for now
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I did try to find some negative reviews on it, but couldn't find any significant ones like the one you stated. Were those the earlier models of the PC or Sprint Booster? Seems like if there was a major issue with the knockoffs, it would've been pointed out by now since they sell them for a ton of vehicles, but if it happens, I'll update this thread later on. I found this review on another forum where the OP had access to a Pedal Commander and the knockoff, they did not notice any change in performance between the two.

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