Yep, one axis isn't the best but it is better than nothing.
About The Thrustmaster, it is near perfect, great FFB, good wheel surface where hands stay firm.
2 small bad points.
Wheel surface tend to left in small cahoutchouc "dust" for a time but grip stay here and after some time it stops.
I had to change springs of both pedals of mine after about 1 year of use but guys at Thrustmaster do a good job and don't refuse to give you some support to replace them.
A very good buy.
Oh, and gears triggers are large and perfect to use.
Hope this could help in you choice.