Elegoo Neptune 3 Pro: Goodbye my old 3D printer
The new Elegoo Neptune 3 Pro 3D printer has some exciting features that make it the dream tool of any drone builder. It allows you to print all the necessary parts in the comfort of your garage. The most significant advantage of the N3 Pro over my previous printer is that the direct drive extruder allows using flexible filaments...
Eachine Tiny QX95 micro FPV drone review
After many brushless racing quadcopters, I thought that it would be nice to review a micro brushed quadcopter like this Eachine Tiny QX95. In my opinion, these little RC toys are not just cheaper but also somehow more practical than the powerful brushed quads. For example, this Eachine QX 95 weighs only 56g which makes it suitable for indoor flights. Bumping into...
JJRC X1 quadcopter review
I started my journey in the world of quadcopters with a cheap brushed drone because, at that time, it didn't exist affordable brushless models like this JJRC X1. Based on my experience, the biggest problem with the cheaper brushed DC motors is that after only 10-15 flights they burn out.
When it comes to cheap models, I consider that it is enough to...
HOBBYMATE Speed H6 review: Truly smart drone charger
It looks like it has become a tradition to review on FirstQuadcopter all the newly-launched drone chargers from HobbyMate. Today we will make an in-depth analysis of their Speed H6 smart charger. Despite its small size, the HOBBYMATE Speed H6 is a very powerful charger with a built-in AC adapter and some cool extra features.
A good intelligent LIPO charger...
Walksnail Avatar HD Pro review
Last week, Caddx's sub-brand Walksnail officially released their second generation digital FPV system. Our Avatar HD Pro review covers features, specs, wiring, and low-light performance.
A few years ago, DJI introduced the world's first HD digital video transmission system intended for consumer FPV drones. Caddx was the first brand to join the platform and provide compatible cameras and VTXs. Last...
Makerfire Armor 65 Lite review: Best Whoop under $50?
The Makerfire Armor 65 Lite drone is an excellent micro brushed Whoop that’s easily capable of both indoor and outdoor flights. Thanks to the versatile Silverware flight controller, it features Acro and Level flight modes. So, whatever you are, a completely newbie or a more experienced pilot, the FUN is guaranteed!
Although it’s on the market for couple of months,...
SKYRC B6neo Smart Charger: Tiny & Powerful
All-new from SkyRC is the B6neo 200W pocket smart charger. It has the size of a matchbox and packs many features, including a 1-inch display, dual-power input, up to 10A charging current, and 6S LiPo compatibility. Furthermore, it doubles as a customizable power supply and battery checker (cell voltage and internal resistance).
LiPo batteries have multiple cells, and it's crucial...
DJI Phantom 3 Advanced: My first DJI drone
After almost two years of flying with more or less toy quadcopters, I finally got my hand on a DJI Phantom 3 Advanced. I was so thrilled that my wife asked what it was with me. As I already had another quadcopter on my desk waiting for review, I had to leave the box unopened for a whole week....
Best drone to buy under $150? JJPRO X3 HAX review
I often got the question "which is the best drone to buy under $150", my usual answer is depending on what you look for. If you want a racing drone you should skip over this review, but if you need a nice cruising drone with full HD camera and GPS positioning system, the JJPRO X3 HAX is a good choice.
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iFlight BLITZ E55 4-IN-1 ESC review
An ESC (Electronic Speed Controller) is an essential part of an FPV drone that controls the speed of the brushless motor. It is responsible for receiving signals from the drone flight controller and converting them into motor commands by adjusting the amount of power delivered to the motor's coil. In this review, we will have a closer look at...
CNHL 4S 2000mAh & 6S 1500mAh: Long-range FPV LIPOs
For long-range FPV flights, you will need much higher capacity batteries than for freestyling and racing. Commonly, 5" LR FPV drones run on 4S or 6S batteries. You must choose the right battery according to your motor's KV ratings. For example, the CNHL 4S 2000mAh is an excellent option for 2000-3000KV, and the CNHL 6S 1500mAh for 1600-1900kV. The...