I can't believe how good this radio feels // RADIOMASTER BOXER REVIEW
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00:00:00 - Is this better than the TX16S?
00:00:58 - A "new" form factor for RC controller
00:01:45 - The ergonomics are SO good
00:04:44 - It runs EdgeTX. What does that mean?
00:05:32 - It plays Tetris?
00:06:31 - Switch layout
• Betaflight 4.1 Rate Pr... - Use the 6pos switch to change rate profile in Betaflight
• Change vTX channel and... - Use the 6pos switch to change LED color on a quadcopter
00:07:34 - Swtich location is less than perfect
00:09:00 - USB, trainer port, charging
00:10:43 - Massive battery bay
00:12:29 - v4 Hall Effect gimbals (vs. AG01?)
• $130 for the gimbals a... - My review of the AG01 gimbal
00:16:46 - Removable RPSMA antenna
00:17:30 - Available 4-in-1 module
00:18:44 - Available 1W internal ELRS module
• ExpressLRS definitive ... - ExpressLRS getting started guide
00:21:06 - Boxer's smaller screen has consequences
00:23:07 - Should I switch?
'I'm Joshua Bardwell, and you're gonna buy something today..'
But I don't have money
Already 😂
Well put!
Can confirm. Found the video and chose to buy this as my first controller after looking at a bunch of others 😂
@@captaincrawfish2582ow is it? looking to buy it as my first nice one, tired of the betafpv
if nothing else the prices deserve some applause, well done radiomaster team,
Yea crazy
If you have an external module already its just $100 for the 2500 protocol
The ONLY review I've wanted to watch on this radio .... excellent as always Joshua
The comfort of the traditional form factor in slightly reduced size that makes the Boxer appealing is exactly why I chose the Frsky X9 Lite Pro a couple years ago; it has the hall sensor gimbals, good quality switches & controls, and the screen, while not great, is good enough. But the size/shape/ergos are perfect for me, and all the rest I can modify to suit my needs. Currently I'm using the Happymodel ES24TX Slim ExpressLRS module (the one with the Iron Man' design), and it works like a champ! I've also got a 4-in-1 module that I was going to mount internally, with an additional mini toggle to switch between it and the ELRS module in the bay. But almost everything I run uses ELRS now, plus I've recently installed the Deviation OS into a Walkera Devo-10 which will let me fly all those obscure BNF models that the 4-in-1 is for, and it's a decent radio. I don't mind having a second one for those, since I only ever run those oddball little craft (and cars) at home, so only taking the X9 Lite with me when heading out to the field. Still, the Boxer is nice, and if I didn't already have my ideal radio, I'd definitely be looking hard at it! Great review, Bardwell, as always, I'm humbled by your knowledge, your channel is THE source for info!
NICE ONE JOSHUA!!!!
As you were leading up to the radio looking like the Mamba . I Was saying out loud you mean like the mamba???? Then boom you did the radio switch and I was laughing out loud 😂 !!!!
Nice one ☝️!!!!
Thanks for the great review Joshua!🚀
The way I use the buttons on the top of my mambo is: Left button is opentx pre-arm. If left button isn't pushed down, arm switch doesn't send signal. Right button I use to toggle my super bright COB leds on/off for night flying. Like headlights.
Second I sway this radio I knew it was for me, perfect size for me and similar to my older radio. I think I'm going to buy one!
What a great review thank u. This radio looks really cool.
I just got a Boxer in the mail and I’m loving this thing. These stock gimbals are better then the Pyro gimbals imo. They’re just lacking that cnc feel but they’re so much smoother. Can’t wait to install AG01’s. Not sorry I picked this up.
1:41 hehe thats why we are here Bardwell, good video again! I own only Taranis qx7, and will be getting on the ELRS train with the boxer, ty radiomaster ;)
Once again Radiomaster has proven itself to be the best innovator of radios on the market, they’ve hit it out of the park. If I didn’t already have the tx16s and the Zorro I would definitely consider this radio as a great alternative to the other 2 wonderful radios. Great review once again Joshua, well considered and very informative. Oh no, I just realised something, today I learnt something lol.
You mixed innnovation with inspiration. Boxer mimics Mambo. Same size and almost same form factor. 4 switches & 2 pots on top, non sticking out buttons on the back. Mid sized B&W LCD on the bottom. ELRS is western innovation too. "Western" based RC companies shut down R&D expenses. Everything to be cloned is cloned. We will see "true" innovation in two years. Maybe :)
You could have 3 wonderful radios. Duh
Yes they innovated this radio
"Innovative" in that they pretty much copied the design of the TBS Mambo, as JB noted?
@@Vousie time if the month mate? 😂
Having a jumper t12 pro for several years now, this radio is very appealing to me. Probably my next upgrade.
Received my Boxer Max today! WHAT. A. FREAKING. DEAL! Fits waaaaaaay better in my hands (5'10" tall male, medium sized hands) than ANY other transmitter that I've had (Futaba, Graupner, etc.)! Again...WHAT A DEAL!!!
Got a Boxer Max in red here too. Such a great radio for the price. I love the size of it too. I wouldn't mind the colour touch screen of the TX16S but not if it means I need to lug around a bigger radio.
I recently got a TX12 and I am really liking it. I've flown fixed wing for years with a full size Futaba. I started with FPV miniwhoops using a jumper t-lite. The tx12 is right in the middle like this one your reviewing. I have yet to fly it with a real quad as it's winter here and I don't have any elrs whoops. But I'm going to be using it with my bigger quads once it warms up. Judging by how I like it in sims, I think it's going to be my daily.
I bought some grip tape for the TX12, and it is amazing now.
I need this thing. I was about to order the Ranger for my Mambo when I saw this. That radio ist just what I need!
Just replaced my old trusty, crossfire modded Qx7. I had M7 and M7-R gimbals there, silicon skin, metal stand, custom stick ends, tracer module.
Ordered the ELRS Boxer, instantly fell in love with it the moment I held it.
That controller has so much going on for it. Yes! the form factor is so much more comfortable compared to ANY other radio I have held.
The gimbals feel smooth, the switches feel clicky, The battery lasts such a long time.
EdgeTX lets you customize the start/stop delay where you have to hold the button forever, which I hate on OpenTX.
All in all, the Boxer makes me enjoy flying a lot more.
Nice review, looks tempting
I'm Tim Oliver & I bought one à month ago! I'm patiently awaiting shipment along with my HDZero goggles. 1st radio & goggles! Wife thinks I'm nuts order & wait. Love your vids will buy coffee soon!
Where did you order your h d zero goggles from
Tx16s: best interface for programming and aircraft management. Jumper T-pro: best flight ergonmics for me. Seems like the menu navigation of the Boxer is similar to that of the T-pro. I have both and I generally use the TX16s for larger builds and T-pro for whoops. Great time to be an FPV pilot.
Looks nice. Already have 2.... well 1.8 Mambos and a RMtx16s(broke a gimbal before replacements were available so I use it for parts) so there that is. Besides I have yet to get anything with ExLRS also
I'll probably be getting this. I wish they had a "premium" version like the tx16s max with different faceplates, grips and ag01 gimbals. But it will come eventually because this product will be popular.
The TX16S is right for me, I like the colorful touch screen, I like the shape and size of it, and it's impressive look!😂 The Boxer is the first non-TX16S radio I've even considered switching to since I bought TX16S. I would probably benefit from the powerful ELRS module, and if it fits my hands as well as it fits JB's then that's compelling! But I'd have to get used to the boxy, slightly duller look of it, and the smaller screen. I hope they come out with premium versions of it with color options, like the TX16S! Time will tell, but right now if I upgrade I'll probably go for a TX16S with carbon fiber, and an ELRS internal module! As always, great Review JB, I'm pretty sure you answered all the questions I had about it!
Yeah pretty much the same I just ordered the tx16s jb and right after that the boxer came out and for a moment I was worried I made the Wrong decision and thought about sending it back but I have big hands and I’m a pincher and on top the purple accents and the color screen are just to cool to give up, so definitely gonna choose the tx16s
I think it would have been a win for me if they made a more "premium" version of it. keep the touch screen, improve the ergonomics of the tx16s. Or really if they just made the Tx16s shorter and kept everything else the same I'd be really happy. maybe get rid of the toggles on the top for push buttons like this and I would buy one immediately
I still have two T12 Pros for exactly the same reasons! I love the compact fit! I have a T18 Pro that is a great radio, but it is a big sucker!
I got the Jumper T-lite as my first radio and I think I'll switch to this once I have the money to spare. Definitely feels like a decent compromise between an old-school and a gamepad-style radio while also delivering some welcome new features. 1000mW ELRS internally is just too good to be true.
Me too. I have the Jumper t-lite, mainly because it's shaped like a game controller which I'm familiar with and it was cheap. I had correctly gathered that flying an fpv drone is pretty difficult and I wanted to make sure I was actually capable of flying a drone before I spent £1000 on equipment. I've played with Velocidrone for about 25 hours and It seems that I am probably likely to be able to control a real drone so it's time to start thinking about what I'll buy for real drone use. The Boxer looks spot on.
you make some good content. thanks for the info man...
I already have the Zorro. Like this one. May be my next one!
Hey, got me to buy it. Good job Radiomaster 😁.
I really love my Zorro and I am very happy with it. However, if I should select one new radio this Boxer would be the best candidate. It looks amazing!
Cheers guys
This radio looks badass with the Ag01 gimbles and the metal buttons. I wonder too if it will fit better in my hands but I love the Tx16s
I was on the fence about the Zorro because of the battery setup. I really like the form factor of this radio. This seems to be perfect for my quads. ELRS, here I come 😁
Ya I end up charging my zorro after every other time out flying
That screen looks just like the one on my Teranis Qx7, which has worked fine for me for the past few years. This looks like something I might buy.
Still rocking my QX7. Battery mod incl. charging port. 400kbaud mod for ELRS. It does it all at a great size. But I've got to say if my QX7 failed I'd replace it with the Boxer.
I waiting for couple of mounths to upgrade my radio and finally Joshua you give me a great news ... it is small it is compact good battery all i need 🙂 thanks Joshua for the review 😉 Good to think ... if i buy elrs version ... i will save money i want to need external elrs and i have the 1 Watt bonus 😉 people will they buy the Ranger ELRS anymore? If they give a really good radio +1 watt internal
Nice review JB: question- for a less sticking out antenna: sacrificing some gain are there smaller antennas in rpsma (like a stubby) that are safe to use?
🤣🤣 the scene with the mambo. Been wanting one for so long but then this radio came out. Instant win for me. 1W ELRS internal
Great review
I've been pretty disciplined about impulse buying for a while on FPV stuff, but I didn't even know about this radio yesterday and now have pre-ordered it.
I don’t blame you for preordering it, it looks like a great radio.
Why are you having verified symbol?
@@lokaero I have no idea. It has just shown up for years now. And it's not a real verification symbol. It must be left over from some long abandoned Google experiment.
Watching now, hope you compared it side by side with the mambo....cant wait to see
I have your version of the tx16s and I think it will be perfect for quite some time 😎
Was wondering when your review was gonna drop JB as we’d seen everyone else’s by now but wanted to hear it from the know it all himself for sure 👌 👍
Looks great like the the smaller form factor but... I'll be staying with my tx16s it's just got more going on.
I was literally thinking ..i you mean like the tbs mambo, then you put ot down 🤣🤣🤣
Bardwell side eying the Mambo saying “we’re just going to set this over in the corner” was funny😂😂😂
Seriously… said the same.. although, i was considering offloading my tx16s instead 🤷🏻♂️
@@JThemelis I hear that! I have a Mambo, Tango 2, Nirvana and Dji "brick" v1 radio and a Taranis X9D still needing to go as well lol. It's crazy.. They all are missing like 1 or 2 things to bring them to the usefulness that this Boxer radio seems to be. I've been rocking the Tx12 v2 for a bit, really liking it.. But I really wanted a Mambo form factor, but one that would run on EdgeTX and have gimbals that could run the latest and greatest Elrs. I think a lot of people will probably be selling off their radios right about now too lol.
I’m gonna own this radio, no hesitation!
This looks to be an awesome radio that supports multiple protocols, I currently fly x9d with a full size xfire module and yes I still have some models I fly spektrum with, can this radio be flown with the x fire module and the 4 in 1 feature as well? Thanks!
Bought with elrs built-in and 4 in one external module using you link. Thx.
Nice. And nice price. If I hadn't just bought Tx12 MKII, it'd be very tempting. Also, I have AGO1 mini's in my TX12. Do you find you run the AG01's with stock spring tension? I came from DJI RC1, which comes with the gimbals super light, and crashed a lot while getting used to the stock gimbals and the AG01's. Also, anything with the M3 stick ends, is hard to get a good fat cylindrical stick end for. I ended up creating my own and printing them.
If you're flying with a lanyard, the stick to bottom distance will be a big change to get used to.
Just watched mad techs review on this as well! This radio sure sounds like a win and is a great price!! Now to watch the getting started with express
The boxer is the radio that TBS refused to make. My mambo money is now boxer money. I'll be getting the 4in1 version and plugging crossfire into the bay. Happy days.
Honestly, Joshua... I think I'm in love with this radio! 😂
I still rock the X9D, but I've been looking for a replacement for a while... I was between the Zorro and the TX16S. But this one is perfect!
Anyway, fantastic review as always!!!
Stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊
I still not sure if it's even a upgrade to replace x9d. But then again I'm a helicopter and planes flyer. x9d is still a great radio. I think it would be a downgrade. Upgrade would be x9d to Radio Master tx16s. I own Taranis but love better tx16s due to color screen. It's also touch screen. Taranis still a great radio. Still have lot of switches, slider. And it is louder. That is a big boo for tx16s. Another thing I couldn't sync sound to boot screen. What I mean is I couldn't delay the boot screen. It boot's up fairly fast to the ui and with Taranis there was a delay feature that is adjustible. But this new radio looks great. I bet feels lot better then Tx16s. Tx16s I got use to it but it's huge. I have to reach farther then Taranis or Futaba 14sg. But this is good fairly good can do so much then many spektrum or most when it comes to programing and modification.
Another thing is wish they added slider. I hope for the future I hope Radio Master don't get rid of like the setup of Tx16s. Sliders, rotary nobs, shape because there is still lot of plane and helicopter flyer's.
@@rcrotorfreak Oh, no doubt about that. But I travel a lot and the smaller size seems great! I was seriously thinking about getting the Zorro, but the battery issue... You know?
And I wouldn't burn the X9D or something... 😬
I would still have it if I ever needed. 😊
Let me give you a run down from a drone pilot...
So i upgraded from using the x9d with m9s for 5 years (since 2017) to the tx16s
Let me start by saying the gimbals are a whole heck of a lot better. I didn't expect this to be the case since I bought the m9s and the gimbals I use are the v1s of this gimbal, but they feel so much more smooth and the throw is more.
The ergonomics made me love this radio. Even though its just a box, the way they put the sliders compared to the x9d (I hated the sliders on that thing cause my fingers would go on top of them and feel super awkward) was amazing. my fingers split to the sides so i dont feel it at all (I pinch/hybrid grip) The battery life is crzy using the 5000mah LIion from RM, and considering this has a 6200mah and is a b&w screen should be so much better.
so basically I didnt expect it to be this good, but it is
-Better gimbals
-Better ergonomics
I'm thinking of getting the boxer since I don't need the color screen (and frankly i never wanted it) but I use the top left shoulder switch for arming so I would have to get used to having it moved
I also only have a mark I tx16s so having an internal elrs module would be very nice
@@kylechang8610 Very good points. Thanks for sharing your experience! 🖖😊
Hello Joshu,
Thank you for making my Fpv life easier. I have a question about charging. I have the 6200mAh battery in the boxer, can I charge it by Usbc . I have a Lipo charger too but can i use a Huwai 66w cellphone charger for charging the boxer?
I bought a TX16S JB Edition and I literally love it (it is gorgeous)... but as my daily driver I tend to use a Jumper T-Lite ELRS, simply because I won't cry if I by any chance it gets lost, stolen or destroyed.
God bless your lovely hands Josh, I look forward to wrapping my wonderful hands on a boxer, just ordered one.
Most of your comments regarding ergonomics and switchology also apply to the TX12 MkII. What's the antenna you have on the Boxer? Is that an upgrade to the little stick types that come on many other radios, including the TX12. I'm asking because I wonder if I'll want to upgrade the one on my TX12.
I love my tx16s and was thinking about something smaller but the boxer doesn't fit the bill. Looks like a great radio to buy though.
Man I got my zorro a few months ago. I’m eventually gonna have to add this to my collection to use. Tx16s max and zorro so fsr
Radiomaster is defo the most innovative RC radio company out here, their radios are really great
My dream radio is something that has the innovations of Radiomaster, and design of FrSky (I’m talking about the Horus line, especially X12S, I only want to buy that radio because of its design)
Fun fact: was looking for a smaller radio than the TX16S. Wanted the Zorro as a second driver for months. Saved up and bought the luminier edition. The moment I hit purchase, I went on UA-cam and saw the Boxer was out. Damn it.
Daaamn 😂
As a Mambo user all I can say is that Trappy will love this radio. Lol
That moment when you thought you had a radio picked out after weeks of research, then they release another🤦🏻♂️. Think I’m gonna go with the Tx16s Max anyways. Joshua Bardwell style baby. 🤘🏻
I’m sticking with the tx12, everything is in reach and there are plenty of awesome upgrades that still are cheaper than the bigger radios. Ago1 minis, crossfire, and the grips make it everything I could need and more.
could you tell me some of those awesome upgrades? i was thinking i wanted this...
where do they sell upgrades for the tx12?
Love mine too! Bought some grip tape, and works great.
i dont know if its worth changing my tx16s i love it so much but if it feels better is it worth changing over?
thanks for the awesome review!!
I learned something today: Gimbel's was a department store that had a rivalry with Macy's, and started the oldest Thanksgiving day parade in America. Oh yeah, and I will own this radio.
Hi @Joshua!!! I was wondering if there is any accessory I could buy to hook up into my XBox Elite controller so I could send my controller input through radio signals itself. I would like to have a back up controller and re-use other 4 controller I already have, is there anything like that out there? I could not find anything.
The switches on the Boxer, is it swappable for instance moving the two position ones to where the three positions are? I fly Heli’s and prefers the three positions switch to be on where the two positions switch are.
I'd just bought a T-lite to learn about Express LRS and EdgeTX. Now I know what's my next radio will be.
i just bought a tbs mambo ethix months ago and now im contemplating on selling or trading cause i dont even want to dive into the tracer life. been waiting for something like this
I think the Boxer would make an excellent first radio, for me at least. Yes, I use your links, it's the least I could do. Never let it be said I don't do the least I could do.
thanks for review JB 👍 look like qx7
Oh man! Do I pull the punch and get the Boxer? Love my TS16S....with hall effect gimbals....
Curious as to your thoughts on the Spektrum NX series of transmitters, 'cause I was just given a RC plane (glider) and NX10 transmitter (an older man recently died and his wife gave me his RC stuff) and all in really nice condition.
Different USB ports for Sim and charging is a great thing.
Lipo lifespan reduces drastical when charged to 100% for a long time.
Playing on a sim would lead to that when it is the same port for charging.
The boxer can charge the lipo to 90% and then play on the sim and simply turn off the TX afterwards without the need for storage charging it afterwards or seeing the max capacity shrink down the weeks afterwards.
Can you do a quick side by side (size) comparison of the Boxer radio and the TX12? After more consideration. I think I like the boxer better than the TX12 only because of the potentiometers. I'm thinking the left shoulder switch @ 8:00 would make a good "Air Mode" switch. That strap on the back.????? For real?!
i love it!!
I understand you can swith from mode 2 to mode 1 in the software on this radio. But can you physically alter the gimbals to throttle on the right stick (ratcheting) and elevator / ailerons on the left stick (self-centering)?
Does it feel kinda like the QX-7? I just bought the TX-16 because my X-7 gave up, I may have bought the boxer if it had been out, but I do like the touch color screen. A boxer with a color touch screen, and better switches would have been nice.
Hello, I noticed the GPS NMEA option, will this radio show the distance to my fishfinder supporting the ENMA protocol?
Does it come with USBC cable that can be used for data transfer? Just wondering if I need to buy one to use with simulator.
i just wanna ask here since im kinda sold on buying the boxer, but which type of like signal should i get? fcc or lbt? (i dont live in the eu) whats the pros and cons of both?
Thank you.
Hi, Is the Radiomaster Boxer 4in1 version supports Frsky D8, D16 FCC, LBT receivers?
Thank you
Kind regards
i fly an fs-i6x cause thats the only thing can afford but i have always liked the mambo especially cause Mr steel uses it but its way more expensive. but the boxer looks like a really good option it has elrs and u can upgrade the gimblas so i would love to own one
Is it possible to fit somehow a real switch instead that shoulder buttons? I use my old Jumper T12 Pro and I love that switches. I use the left one as my arm switch and the right as a turtle mode. This Boxer looks nice, but I can't use a radio without those switches.
As a thumber,, I'm in love with my x-lite.
same gimbals as tx16s?
my orriginal gimbals worn out pretty fast, i did learn fpv on a beach lol, bad idea i know
i fell in love with the AG01 gimbals, they rly do make you a smoother flying pilot.
i might considder this one for next summer if they incl ag01gimbals
RLY like the shoulderbuttons
9:48 funny thing is that my TX12's USB port is both data and power, I didn't know that was an exception for radiomaster controllers lol
While it may not be in the same class or size Transmitter the Commando8 900Mhz(900 is why I have it) will go up to 1Watt with built in cooling. That said I am considering changing as I want/need more channels
Is there not a way to use spectrum or JR radios with drones? I been looking at the dji avata for purchase, because I don’t see anything else out there without building from scratch and have remote ID.
Seems like a QX7 competitor/spiritual successor. I really like how the QX7 feels in hand so if they make an upgraded boxer with the TX16S screen I'd be all over it.
I always thought, "hm, this would be perfect if it was just a little smaller" with my QX7. Then I got the TX16S and thought, "hm, this would be perfect if it was just a little shorter."
Jogfff
I’ve had the opportunity to hold a qx7 and it just felt like a hollow kids toy.
@@Ultimatevr123 it lasts longer that a tx16s which is garbo
So is it smaller than the qx7 or feels the same
Can this also be used with the DRL simulator. Want a good starting point for a transmitter that can serve multiple purposes with lots of options.
I have a small rc helicopter but I don’t know what protocol the receiver uses. I’ve tried searching all over for it and have no luck. Do these multi protocol radios have an auto search/bind option if I power on the helicopter in bind mode?
Getting this with expr LRS but I wanted to know what module could I use to pair with my tinyhawk freestyle 2
Can I bind my Eachine e130 helicopter with this Boxer radio transmitter thru it's 4 in 1 mode just like the radiomaster tx16s?
Thanks
Can you pls make a video what drone flying control protocol (and what is the essence of digital vs analog- I understand it is about the camera and not the control of the drone) to go with and how to interpret spec data in that regard when buying a drone from flywoo and other online stores for noooobs. Thank you
Can you mod the charging and data port to charge while connected to data port?
So when I went to the affiliate sites to buy it, it does so mode 1 and mode 2, so what is the difference?
just a question before i'll purchance this controller. i saw that there are some options. i dont know what is the difrence between the FCC to the LBT in the region option. i would like someone to help me and explain it to me. thank you in advance
Is it only The 4in1 radio that can bind to the tinyhawk 2 freestyle or can the elrs version also do it