Best rc radio receivers according to redditors
We found 49 Reddit comments discussing the best rc radio receivers. We ranked the 26 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
We found 49 Reddit comments discussing the best rc radio receivers. We ranked the 26 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
I never thought the flybrix was worth it...it's a gimick in my mind...
Look into the Eachine QX90...
http://www.banggood.com/Tiny-QX90-90mm-Micro-FPV-Racing-Quadcopter-BNF-Based-On-F3-Flight-Controller-FrSKY-Taranis-X9D-p-1069614.html?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_content=allison&utm_campaign=Smlrfpv-ds-58fpv&gclid=CMW10MXBrc8CFYpZhgodeW8M1A
For $55 bucks you not only get a pretty fun brushed quad, it comes with FPV too (you'll still need a video reciever for the video, but it will work the same if you don't use the FPV unit)
You will also need a Transmitter, something like a Devo7e will work...
http://www.banggood.com/Wholesale-Walkera-Devo-7E-7CH-Transmitter-Mode-2-Without-Receiver-p-48117.html
Thats another 60 bucks...but it will bring more joy to flying than using a shitty bluetooth app...
Since the QX90 doesn't come with a reciever you'll need one...
https://www.amazon.com/Spektrum-9645-DSMX-Remote-Receiver/dp/B004M12GY6
Thats 34 bucks but I think you can find it cheaper...
I mean for a little more than the cost of the flybrix you get something that will be 100x more enjoyable to fly and not only that if you wanna spend a bit more on some FPV goggles you'll have an FPV miniquad too...So much more bang and fun for the buck...
Or you can look into the Induxtrix FPV....not released or shipped yet, but it's all the rage for indoor fun...
Your tech director seems like he thinks he's a "know it all" kinda guy...but he's pretty wrong if he thinks the flybrix is cheapiest and most robust...
Also, I know you want the ability to control via iOS/Bluetooth, but honestly you really don't. It's pretty terrible to fly anything via a phone and it teaches you bad habits. why not just go with proper equipment and not teach your students bad habits when it comes down to it? it's not much more expensive, and in the end it's gonna be a lot cheaper..as you'll still be able to use a proper Transmitter if you decide to upgrade the quads pretty much forever..with the flybrix you are kinda stuck with the app, and what happens when they stop support for the app?
Edit: the ready to fly inductrix is even cheaper and if you wanted you can get a proper transmitter for less than the flybrix...
Blade Inductrix RTF Ultra Micro Drone with Safe Technology https://www.amazon.com/dp/B011UDQYSC/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_3Mv6xbTVS308F
Just look up Tiny Woop FPV and you can see how much fun and more safe it is to fly than the flybrix...i mean you weren't looking for fpv flying but it's till a cheap option if you want to move to fpv too..
Edit2: also you should know that brushed motors for these kinds of quads have a finite lifespan before the brushes wear out and you need to replace the motors...the lifespan is generally around 5hrs of use... So yeah take that into account too...
Parts list:
Total cost is less than $70 not including FPV goggles or TX.
It flew beautifully until I damaged one of the motors while changing props. I'm waiting for 8.5mm motors now!
Printed using Blue eSun PETG and Hatchbox Red PLA.
I believe it's lemon that works with spektrum... but... I'd just by the real spektrum sat receiver.
Spektrum DSMX Quad Race Receiver with Diversity https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01ABV7K5A/ref=cm_sw_r_taa_cQGozbW87XDWD
I haven't had any problems with it. His controller should have dsmx if it's newer. Google your FC to find the right wire pins. Should be just signal, pos, negative
$15 and some change
Edit: You can probably find it cheaper someplace else.
> Does it matter brand which receiver that I use?
No
> Like are some more compatible than others?
yes, for example you can use the spektrum satellite receiver stand alone with an arduino. The arduino can decode the serial data stream from it.
To use a normal receiver you can either connect every single channel to the arduino (wouldn't recommend) or generate a PPM signal from all channels with something like this: http://store.3drobotics.com/products/ppm-encoder
> Can I control two Arduino Mega with the same Receiver (AR610)?
sure, but keep in mind that you won't get more than the 6 channels your receiver is capable of
Don't think that receiver will work with the kissFC, and even if it does, the latency and weight would put you at a disadvantage. Your best bet is to buy something like this
Spektrum DSMX Quad Race Receiver with Diversity https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01ABV7K5A/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_hRATzbXVJSJSJ
Welcome to the best and most confusing hobby there is! Haha so dsm2 and the newer dsmx is the protocol that is used by Spektrum radios. The linked radio is a Flysky radio (not to be confused with Frsky) and will NOT bind with the flight controller you are looking at. Something like this radio would bind with any dsm2 protocol receiver. I would definitely suggest sticking with that flight controller, and looking into a Spektrum radio because it is much more popular and there are many more options.
Nope it’s an Armattan Mongoose frame here are my parts:
Frame
Armattan Mongoose $38.50: https://www.armattanquads.com/mongoose-1/
Flight Controller
RTFQ Freestyle FC $24.00 : http://www.readytoflyquads.com/rtf-freestyle-flight-controller-v15
ESC’s
Racerstar 35a Anniversary 4in1 $30.99: https://www.getfpv.com/racerstar-special-anniversary-edition-35a-blheli-s-4-in-1-esc.html
Video Transmitter
Unify Pro HV $29.99: https://www.getfpv.com/fpv/video-transmitters/tbs-unify-pro-hv-5g8-race-sma.html
Camera
Caddx Turbo Micro F2 $22.99: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07FQHNZFG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_J76LBbBSEZYBE
Motors
EMAX 2205-S $70: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01M9GOQC5/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_JmAHBb2NP8HH2?th=1&psc=1
Receiver
FrSky R-XSR $23.99 : https://www.amazon.com/dp/B074QHJRBC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_8NwHBbR660HCF
Total Price = ~$250
https://www.amazon.com/Realacc-Racing-Carbon-Quadcopter-PDB-XT60/dp/B01M4NJVQ7
https://www.amazon.com/65Drones-Sunrise-Cicada-2s-6s-BLHeli_S/dp/B01LYAM5V6
https://www.amazon.com/PIKO-BLX-Micro-Flight-Controller/dp/B01IJO07CE'
https://www.amazon.com/Lemon-RX-DSMX-Satellite-Receiver/dp/B00SUM3H6O
https://www.amazon.com/Hobby-Ace-T-Motor-2300KV-Brushless-Quadcopter/dp/B01HZ97GNM
https://www.amazon.com/TOGUARD-Camera-600TVL-Blocked-Plastic/dp/B01L1UBJFW
https://www.amazon.com/Transmitter-Adjustable-Switcher-Pigtail-Quadcopter/dp/B01M2YVL3B
byo props lol
You'll also need some Dollar tree foam, some music wire, clear tape, razor blades, ect. That setup will get you started with tons of room to grow. The one transmitter will handle 8 planes at least.
https://www.amazon.com/Lemon-RX-DSMX-Satellite-Receiver/dp/B00SUM3H6O like this?
Build
Frame: Crazepony 70mm
FC: FuriousFPV RaceWhoop
ESC: 2x 2 in 1 10A ESC 2-3S BLHELI-S Dshot
Motors: 1104 7500kV
RX: FrSky XM+
Camera: Wolfwhoop 600TVL 25mW
OSD: Micro Minimosd
Batteries: Nano-tech 2s 300mAh 35C
63g AUW.
The battery voltage sags about 0.7v under load since I have nano-tech packs that only ave a small balance lead with long 22awg wires. I hope to get some new batteries with an actual discharge port. As you can see when I disarm it goes back to 3.5v/cell.
Okay, so the receiver I linked, that sends telemetry, but does it send data to fly the thing to the flight controller from the RC controller?Edit: Screw all that... I'm gonna do what you said and go with OSD and a headset... Will THIS receiver work though? It's one day prime shipping :D
Also, can you take another look, I'm trying to find a "Prime one-day eligible" f4 flight controller...
Yea, they are the [Spektrum Quad Racing with Diversity](https://www.amazon.com/Spektrum-DSMX-Quad-Receiver-Diversity/dp/B01ABV7K5A "25$") or if you want it with telemetry. Tell me again how much that first one is.
It's been 7 days since OP posted this. How did the build go?
 
I have the ARF kit and I bought this:
 
VTX: TS5828L
Camera: Crazepony RunCam Swift 600TVL
 
One thing I can't seem to figure out: does the ARF kit come with a radio receiver?? (sitting on my desk, it doesn't appear so... but it's my first "build" so...)
 
Or do I need to buy one of these:
Amazon: Crazepony Flysky Mini Receiver X6B
Transmitter is great. That is fine. I would not get the L9R receiver. That is way too big for a quad. It’s meant for fixed wings I’m guessing.
Here’s what you want:
FrSky R-XSR Ultra Mini Redundancy Full Telemetry Receiver https://www.amazon.com/dp/B074QHJRBC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_oho3CbNDC67EQ
Or for the same amount of range (just no telemetry):
FrSky XM Plus Mini Receiver up to 16CH ONLY 1.6g Full Range Fit For Micro Drone https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N5INCBH/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_Yio3Cb8ANCDCF
I think i've seen the rxsr before, but I was thinking of probably going with the xm plus here since the space is very limited in my build and I don't like the extra height that the cable connector adds (I'm fine with just doing a direct solder).
Well, you could get a Viper kit once they're back in stock and stick one of these in it.
EDIT: Changed the second link to something that's still in production.
You're spot on for the propeller measurements. One thing to keep in mind is almost everyone runs 5" props, so you'll have a lot more options if you build based around that. The only benefit you can find from 6" is if are intentionally trying to do efficient flying for more time, otherwise you won't really see much of a difference.
The additional benefit of smaller props is that you can go a bit smaller on your build, which means less force across the frame when you land and less breaking. I find that 4mm arms are the sweet spot for durability, 3mm is just a little bit low for anything above 150mm. Removable arms are even better while learning, so you don't have to replace the entire frame if one breaks.
I have normal Prime, but not sure if the stuff that shows as Prime eligible for me is the same as the one-day eligible stuff for you. That being said, if I had to build a drone from Amazon right now, I'd go with:
Frame 1 or 2 (actually have this one from a previous build)
ESCs (I prefer separate ESCs rather than 4-in-1 or all-in-1 in case anything breaks)
Flight controller
PDB
Props 1 or 2 depending on what your motors can handle, should be able to do either based on that kv and measurement
Receiver (assuming you get the QX7)
Video transmitter
Camera
Batteries
Charger
Balance board for charging multiple batteries
Left out motors since it sounds like you have some in mind. This kind of build will have plenty of power, probably hover at around 30% throttle if I had to guess, so just keep that in mind. You can tone it down manually by getting some less aggressive propellers, in the flight controller max throttle, or on your transmitter max throttle, but I recommend just getting used to it. Also mess around in simulators, there weren't any when I started out and I would have probably saved a few hundred in parts if they were (though parts back then were like 8x the cost they are today).
Thank you for all that! That was a useful YouTube video, too.
I had to make the purchases yesterday, since I'll be playing with actors in the studio on Monday. That said, I still have time to buy some things.
It's a comfort that I seem to be on the right track. The biggest difference between what I bought and your suggestions is that you suggested I buy the Dock-Kings and other pricier receiver/converting gear. I'd appreciate if you could look at my list of purchased items to determine if you think it will work, or if you see some some red flags.
I suppose in the long run, if this theatre show concept shows promise, we would then invest in more reliable gear, such as no-compression wireless HDMI tx/rx. For now, here it is:
​
4 cameras:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06Y5D8SPZ/ref=oh_aui_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1 (1S LiPo)
2 x https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06Y56RL5P/ref=oh_aui_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1 (1S LiPo)
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0184DVN4G/ref=oh_aui_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1 (2S or 3S LiPo)
​
3 receivers (should I buy different antennae?):
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0774SMGQN/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o03_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
2 x https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01H36AIGY/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o03_s02?ie=UTF8&psc=1
​
3 AC/DC adapters for the receivers:
3 x https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01ISM267G/ref=ppx_od_dt_b_asin_title_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
​
3S LiPo (for 3S LiPo camera and try battery-powered Receiver)
2 x https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07GF63645/ref=ppx_od_dt_b_asin_title_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
​
Battery chargers
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00466PKE0/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
https://www.amazon.com/Battery-Charger-Channel-Inductrix-Connectors/dp/B074M6G2MD
​
Each receiver has an AV output + AV RCA cable. I'll plug in the RCAs from 2 or 3 receivers into this Switcher:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00KXVBB7C/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
​
Using an RCA cable, connect the Switcher's Output to this RCA to HDMI converter:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07KTDG177/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
​
Then HDMI to projector.
​
Ta-da?
I followed this video to a T.
Here's what I could come up with, I have to go to lunch now. Yours is probably better. Around $258.03.
Frame: https://www.readymaderc.com/products/details/rmrc-valorem-vrf-230-carbon-fiber-frame - 12.99
AIO Flight Controller which includes PDB & 4 in 1 ESC: https://www.racedayquads.com/products/bardwell-stack-aio-fc-and-32bit-4-in-1-esc-combo - 84.98
4x Motors: https://www.readymaderc.com/products/details/rmrc-silver-line-br2205h-2600kv-cw-thread-ccw-rotation - 37.96
3x Propellers https://www.racedayquads.com/collections/5-props/products/dal-cyclone-tri-blade-prop-t5045c?variant=40404012039 - 8.97
Transmitter: https://www.amazon.com/Flysky-FS-i6X-Transmitter-FS-iA6B-Receiver/dp/B0744DPPL8 - 56.00
Receiver:https://www.amazon.com/FPVKing-Flysky-Receiver-Transmitter-Battery/dp/B075D9D67D/ref=sr_1_4?s=toys-and-games&ie=UTF8&qid=1542210233&sr=1-4&keywords=x6b+receiver - 15.49
Battery: https://www.amazon.com/Turnigy-2200mAh-3S-40C-Lipo-Pack/dp/B0072AEZ8O/ref=cm_cr_dp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8 - 25.93 or this and this - 20.28 (What's the difference, isn't the first one easier?)
Solder Iron: https://www.readymaderc.com/products/details/rmrc-portable-soldering-iron-xt60 - 8.99
Solder: https://www.racedayquads.com/products/rdq-quad-solder-38-62-0-8mm-100g - 6.99
or I just go with Bardwell's budget build kit with the receiver & transmitter listed above since there is a lot of videos on how to build it and it just went in stock. Or are the parts above pretty similar to the ones used in his video? Idk.
Glad you're responding so quick. X4RSB
Thank you again!
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B009YSJM6W/ref=ox_sc_act_image_1?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A1TTY6WUUPIR01 seems to work just fine. In the meantime while waiting for it to ship I took off the plastic case on the stock 9X rx and it fit fine in my 210qav
Thanks so much for the response! I did buy a Hubsan and am practiced with mode 2 controls.
>You will need a different battery. It's current rating (mAh/1000*C) should be at least equal to the total current of your ESCs, in this case 120A. This can be achieved by upping either the battery capacity or C rating. In this case, I would recommend doing both.
How would this 11.1V 4000mAh Floureon 3S 30C do?
>You will need more propellers, as the two you have will break rather quickly.
Ok I found a set of 8 1045s(I'm trying to go cheap before upgrading). Good suggestion.
>You want F/F servo connectors.
So these are used for both FC/esc connection and Rx/FC connections? If so that's nice.
>Lemon will only work if you have a Spektrum module, and you'll need to be sure to select DSM2 or DSMX based on what module he is using.
I still have some jargon to absorb. The Lemon I chose seems to be DSM2. Contacted my friend, and it seems he is away for a week. Looking for my own 9xr then, such as this, I found that they don't come with any module. I realize the cost is piling on now, but I suppose that's the nature of this hobby. However, the pro features list contains "JR Form Factor RF Modules (ORX Dsm2, ORX Open LRS 433Mhz etc)." Is this enough, or do I need some separate Spektrum module?
>The KK is a fine flight controller, but doesn't support GPS or waypoints, etc like an APM board would. I would recommend not using the bullet connectors and instead soldering the wires directly. Bullets are a pain to solder and tend to fall out when you're flying from the quad's vibrations.
Noted! I may upgrade to have GPS in the future if I feel the need.
Thanks again for the response, and sorry for my belated one. I'm trying to get this right.
oh, reciever... um... I bought the transmitter without it and am considering the lemonRX.
Here is my 1st completely custom build:
GT2 150mm Frame
[EMAX RS1306 3300KV Brushless Motor](https://www.amazon.com/Crazepony-EMAX-RS1306-Brushless-
Quadcopter/dp/B01H32J1BQ/ref=pd_nav_hcs_bia_t_2?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=VV2X3Y0MVKB5DC0B2QVR)
Lumenier BLHeli_S 20A 4-in-1 BEC 5V 1.5A ESC DSHOT
DIATONE STACKABLE SP3
Tri-Blades 3045 Bullnose
Lemon RX DSM2 Reciever
Fly’s like a champ!
Images of the build
Not sure if the link works
Yeah I've got a good soldering iron, no issues there. So I'm looking at this receiver below, would this be what I need to connect the wizard to the Taranis QX7? https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00VM1XWB0/_encoding=UTF8?coliid=IR5SO4KJ1L4AW&colid=99GAMP1I5H2R
here
I had a similar experience when using an Orange RX satellite receiver. I switched to FrSky and have never looked back. The difference was night and day, with orders of magnitude improvement. I've heard that Lemons are ever so slightly better than Oranges, but not by much. I don't know what it is specifically that they're doing wrong with the Orange RX stuff, but they shouldn't be selling them.
When life hands you Lemons, switch to FrSky.
(FYI, this is the receiver that I switched to using. You can also get a transmitter module to convert most transmitters to use the FrSky protocol.)
Altitude hold and return to home are just a crutch. While they can make learning slightly easier initially, it won't be long before she outgrows them completely (a couple of days of practice, at most). If you're REALLY set on something with altitude hold, you can look at something like the JXD 510G but personally, I don't think it's all that fun to fly and I have trouble recommending it for beginners.
I've been suggesting the Tiny Whoop as a great beginner quad to anybody who is looking for something that can also do FPV.
It's really tiny (good for indoor flying), durable, and some of the parts, such as the motors, are upgradeable down the line.
There's a package complete with a transmitter and FPV monitor already. Or you can get the BNF version which comes with ONLY the drone, so you can spend the extra cost on a higher quality transmitter and some very basic beginner FPV goggles (FPV Goggles > FPV monitor, in my opinion).
Oh and dont forget to pick up some spare batteries too!
Less in price, few YouTube reviews. Need to buy the Cable to do the programming they talk about. May need to get receiver.
Spektrum DXe Transmitter
Thanks for your detailed response. Yes, it is an older style receiver, which has 6, 3 pin channels for each channel, but in addition has cPPM support. However this support happens to fall on the battery/bind channel. I believe your explanation that the resistance between the ground and signal wire is initially too low. When the quad powers on, the near open circuit between them is interpreted by the receiver as a bind command. However, once this occurs the receiver communicates with the FC just fine, and I was able to get all my channel endpoints satisfactorily configured. I will be able to just deal with the binding issue and take it up for the maiden, but ultimately I think I need to update my receiver to fix the problem. I am looking at a Spektrum satellite receiver, which has the added bonus of being significantly lighter and smaller than my relic of an RX. Hopefully this will solve the issue once and for all! Again, I appreciate you taking the time!
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01ABV7K5A/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&psc=1
I bought the Wizard and I LOVE IT! It's plenty of power to start with some very solid components for the price. I wanted to build one myself as well... But then I found the Wizard.
I'll give you a list of the things that I bought along side the Wizard.