I've watched several videos of you flying beginner drones and you never stick the landing. It's almost encouraging, because it shows how much skill is needed. Anybody can still make some mistakes.
Ha ha, It is because I’m old FPV school. If you don’t know what skid pads are for drones and why they existed, then check it out & note that I land as if I was still flying in that era.
Love your enthusiasm. Got me back into the rabbit hole. Now I'm looking for a good but reasonably priced ready to run kit. But after watching your great content I'm spoiled for choice and can't choose. Thanks for the awesome reviews and insightful quality that I have accustomed to.
That under the table maneuvering was sweet Steve👍🏼… maybe one day I’ll be into fpv quads, for now, I’m heavy into the fixed wing stuff!!!!great review as usual sir!!
I just ordered this kit, with 6 extra batteries. I also ordered the Hisingy Stargazer, so my son can learn how to fly FPV with me. I have 4 DJI Drones, The DJI FPV Drone, Mini 3 Pro with RC Controller, Mini 4 Pro with RC 2 Controller, AIR 2S. This hobby is very expensive.
You and your son will have plenty of fun. Flying FPV is very difficult if you have only flown DJI drones or DJI FPV drones in Normal and Sport modes… but with practice you’ll get it!
Hey y’all. I just wanna share a little about this combo. First off the drone rips and is very well built. Unfortunately I cannot say the same about the radio and goggle. The goggle screen plunked out after a few weeks and the radio antenna needs to be protected at all cost. It’s only held on the board with a few solders and they bent and snapped while in my bag. I would totally recommend the drone though.
Many thanks for sharing Captain; great package however still enjoying the "Blue Angel" (and have ordered the basic Beta Goggles for it) its simply superb !!!
Holaaa its a clon of mi first quad, GEPRC tinyGo 4K...(i see you video to lear) Hi from Chile...thank for all you videos, i learn so much whit you, in my first year of FPV. same desing in the controller and the goggles. 😎
I started out with the beginner gps camera drones from DJI (designed to be unboxed and flown by beginners day one), then years later I tried my hand at the Advanced FPV hobby and fell in love due to it being exhilarating. It does require a bit of skill to fly but with practice your brain will lock in and you’ll be hooked.
Hi Steve, I'm having trouble connecting the controller to the drone after using the controller with the simulator on my computer. I've tried the instructions for binding the controller and am then plugging in the drone battery once the controller is in binding mode. Do you have any tips or hints for me? the drone is connecting to the goggles easily. I have the throttle down but when i switch the left toggle down to arm, the motors won't start.
Hey mate I got this bundle my drone likes to pull right and is really hard to maintain altatuide also the controller I tried flicking every switch doesn't seem to make a difference can't switch out of angle mode anyway I can recalibrate the drone thanks in advance
Like you, I wear glasses. Suggestions (or a video?) for a newbie wanting to get into the FPV hobby, but without spending mega $$$ on goggles would be welcome. Great video and as always, thank you.
I started out by wearing those cheap RESTAURANT MENU READING GLASSES under my really cheap inexpensive goggles. You get such glasses at all the budget stores like Walmart or any Pharmacy. It worked for years until I could afford FATSHARK FPV goggles that had a focus for each eye. That's for ANALOG drones. Today for DIGITAL drones, the goggles are very expensive but most have a focus for each eye or you can purchase prescription lenses that go over each eye piece (again, all expensive).
You’d need to have only a small eyeglass prescription (eye, if everything is really blurry with glasses removed, then it may not be clear with goggles on), or own glasses that are small in size or wear contacts.
@CAPTAINDRONE798 they done some upgrades on that drone. Its elrs spi. Has that remote instead of the original that took 4 AA batteries. The vtx is also 400mw now instead of 200mw.
Hello Steve another good video. I didn't know this was available or I would have gotten it. I saved up and just got one of those C-Fly faith mini's that you reviewed on here.. you helped me get back into RC's. I started watching you approx. 4 yrs ago and since then I get most of my stuff via your reviews. But the next thing I wanted to get into was fpv. I started with getting a dji mini flymore combo when they first came out, then a sky king rc plane then I get an horizon hobby aeroscout. I didn't see it on the show but it was a push prop like my skyking and wa8 a good easy bird to learn on from all of the reviews I read. Then someone broke into my car last summer and stole my dji mini so I wanted to get a new nini 2 or 3 but couldn't afford it so I got the faith mini as a replacement for half the price. Hopefully it's not only half as good.lol I trust your opinionated you said it was good for the money. Also into rc trucks and cars. Started with a wltoys 144001 then got an arrma granite box V3 and got a traxxas slash with the robbie Gordon Dakar body. Thanks for helping re light the fire in me. When I am RCing everything else just falls away😊
That’s a great set up for us on the fence guys. Like many others I am worried about glasses. You can buy frames that slide into ski goggles and add your own prescription. Have you tried them or heard of any other workaround?
I have not tried the ski goggles type but a few years back I bought the foldable menu reading glasses that you can pickup at Walmart or Pharmacies (I just a pile of them on until I found a pair that let me focus a foot in front of my eyes… since they were small & foldable, I eventually lost them… but they did work).
In the Cetus X category you have the normal version and an FC version. If you have bad habits from flying DJI type drones then you’ll feel at home with the FC version. If on the other hand you have flown FPV FLIGHT SIMS in ACRO and AIR modes without crashing, then the WHOOPFLY16 is best for your skills. If you crashed, then the CETUS X normal would be good for your skills. And finally if your hand/eye coordination is terrible, then begin with the AQUILLA16.
Great video. I've been looking into FPV drones for my son and this looks like it would be great. I didn't know drone sims existed. Is there one that you'd recommend over another for the best experience?
Great video and review. Being a fixed wing pilot since the 70's and my experience with drones in older DJI Mavic's. Just bought a Radiomaster TX16S 4 in 1 version which I use DSMX for fixed wing. It is ELRS module capable. I would like to know what Goggles to purchase? I wear GLASSES...thanks for your help.
If you fly drones with ANALOG cameras and you wear prescription glasses you either have to get small rimmed menu reading glasses so that you can fit BOX goggles over them, or you can buy FPV BOX goggles that have a detachable screen and then somehow attach it to your radio controller (Banggood has those ones) or if you have deep pockets you can get FATSHARKs goggles that have individual eye pieces and allow for each eye piece to be focused.
Great kit! I've been eyeing this for some time and waiting for your video on it.. thank you! I was hoping you'd be able to get us a discount code for it.. but doesn't look like it's happening :) Which one would you recommend? Cetus X or this one?
@@CAPTAINDRONE798 Do you think as your skills improve you would just upgrade to new equipment (drone/goggles/transmitter)? And based on that, would you still recommend the Sub250 for skill building?
@@VincentACoreyHell yes. These RTF kits are ONLY designed to get someone into the FPV hobby and then you upgrade everything to pro gear (if you hav not done your research yet have a look at the cost of good FPV Goggles, Good radio, Good battery charger, Good FPV Drone and you’ll be shocked). FPV is only for people with pilot skills, technical know how, and access to a bank account to get started. When you eventually learn how to fly the sub250 without crashing then you need to make the decision if you are gonna buy ANALOG, HD ZERO, WALKSNAIL or DJI FPV Goggles. After that you’ll buy a pro hobby radio and learn how to create a model, then you’ll buy an RC battery charger and finally you’ll buy an FPV drone compatible with your goggles and radio. It is all baby steps.
If you have Terrible hand/eye coordination then the Cetus X FC is best (very forgiving). The Sub250 is more like a real FPV drone and requires a bit more flight skill.
Captain. I have a question. I'm no longer able to fly my mini 2 and haven't been able to for over 2 Years. Dji has been banned or something I know but is there a way to fly again with downloading the info from the dji website? I don't trust that because there are no longer any security measures in place that way.
Steve can you review the Walkera T210 mini seems like an interesting package with motion controller and fpv goggles. Has yet to be reviewed well... thanks
Based on your recommendation I bought this 'set'. Coming from a DJI Mini 3 back-ground (and 20 min++ flight times), leaves me greatly disappointed. I'm sure under a skilled fpv flyer, you can get the most out of 2-1/2 minutes of flight time, but as a beginner, I'm barely able to stabilize the drone before the battery is dying, and it won't hold altitude. Am I missing something? Being a 'Beginner fpv' drone, I kind of expected a little more. It's hard to learn 5 min at a time and waiting for an hour for recharge. .
Unfortunately, and I’ve said this in so many videos, if you fly DJI GPS Camera drones you then have very low skills to fly FPV Drones. This is because your brain has been trained to use one joystick at a time and to let the drone do all the stabilized flying for you. In the FPV hobby there is no such thing. First you need to use both joysticks at the same time with micro movements in all directions. This is why the Pilots that fly FPV are called Pro Drone Pilots in the Advanced hobby. Every FPV Pilot began at level zero and crashed continuously until they got the hang of it. If you continue at it you’ll improve, but you are at level 1 of 99 more to go. Wait until you have to learn how batteries work & how to charge them on a real RC hobby charger. Or having to set up a radio, or understanding a receiver and binding and then configuring in Betaflight configurator. Then there are the different types of video and video transmissions, etc. The kit you have is only designed to get your toe slightly wet into the FPV hobby.
@@CAPTAINDRONE798 that’s one of the best responses to a viewer question (regardless of subject matter), that I’ve seen. You really seem to take the time to respond to your viewers (and with appropriate context responses)..very rare on YT these days). Thank you; maybe it will rub off on other “creators”. By the way, is this still the drone kit you would recommend, as the video is 10 months old? Thanks again. Philip
Hey Captain.... did you up the power when you went outside because I really like this drone package as a starter package but I don't care for all the glitching on the screen number one and number two the flight time is so incredibly short you know five or six minutes is one thing but two or three is another....Thnx for your time sir....btw, Im a musician of over 50 years.., I like your old music equip reviews, shoulda kept it up friend!
@@CAPTAINDRONE798 Hey Steve.., Im getting ready to pull the switch on a mini 4 Pro... Ebay is running a 1 week special.., 0% interest for 24 mnths... Ive been goin back and forth for a month trying to decide between FPV or reg. video/photo drones...Ive made my decision...👍🏻
Hey Steve, hope all is well with you and your family. How does the whoop fly 16 rtf analogue kit compare to the Betafpv rtf Cetux x Fpv analogue kit as you have flown both.. I wouldn’t say I’m a 100% beginner but I’ve never flown FPV but I have been flying freestyle drones etc. Also, when it comes to size, how would you compare the whoopfly 16 to the blade torrant 110?? Are they both the same size. .. Just wanted to say thanks for doing what you do as you help a lot of us out.. God bless you and your family Steve . Thanks Ted
The Cetus X is excellent to get started in FPV but it is limited once you get good at flying well, whereas the Whoopfly Kit can allow you to fly like a pro as your skills improve.
The default mode is said to be angle. Do we need to connect it to BetaFlight for air/acro mode or does it come out of the box and you just switched it from the controller?
@@CAPTAINDRONE798 i know but there’s the Aquila with 1100 bats but I like this better because of the better video and 500mw I’m torn. Lol what’s the mw in the aquila16 btw??
Thanks for the review steve. Seems like a decent drone. I teach a drone class and need to buy 10-20 drones. Need to keep as close to $100 as possible. Have any ideas?
It depends on the pilot. Pilots who believe they have terrible hand/eye coordination (I.e., can’t play a first person video game shooter), should stick with the CETUS. If skills exist then either the Geprc or Sub250 are great.
Thank you for the reviews. What about this compared to the Aquila16 kit. This whoop seems to fly better, but the transmitter and goggles seem less. Which one overall? I have a birthday present coming in the form of one of these.
Aquilla16 is designed for people who fly DJI Mavics for a living and would fund flying an FOV Drone difficult. The Whoopfly16 is less forgiving but still a beginner kit (takes a bit more skill to fly)
@@The_viking_memesYes, that is the way it comes out of the box. The instruction manual explains the switches. But you can change what they do in Betaflight Configurator. I have lots of videos showing how to setup a hobby radio, and then after I finish explaining how the radio is set up, I then show how to setup the switches in Betaflight Configurator.
I see you fly above the houses and I have one question about the restrictions. What is the difference between less than 259g and over 259g? Is it the registration of the drone and the pilot certificat? The distance from peoples and building? I am sure that a lot of viewer should be interested to know like me.
In North America the rules for unmanned objects piloted from the ground are less strict if the unmanned object is under 250 grams. In Canada, where I live, the only rule for under 250 grams is the “common sense” rule which simply means, don’t be an idiot and annoy people with you little drone. Since I’m a drone pilot, I’m fully certified by my government to fly drones 250 grams or heavier.
You just connect the USB cable from Radio Transmitter to your computer. If there was a special button sequence I would have shown it in the video. If there was something important you needed to know about connecting to your computer, I would have shown it in the video.
Hey captain again a super nice review !! Looking to get my second Fpv drone had the avata with the motion remote Now looking to do tricks and sold the avata I’m thinking either this one or the Cetus x What would you buy I hear the Cetus has the movable camera angle is it a lack on this one ? Wich would be better for freestyle around my house
Another question :) does this type of drone require a ham radio license? No matter what rules I try to look at, nothing seems to be clear on what exactly constitutes needing a ham radio license to fly. Just want to make sure I don't get in trouble.
Hi/question: on the website, it gives the option for mode 1( right throttle) or mode 2( left throttle). What does this mean, ans what is the proper choice for right handed? Thank you!!!
Go with Mode 2 because most of the world is Mode 2. Also, you really need to find a simulator and practice or else you will destroy your drone the first time you fly. You have to train your brain and hand/eye coordination.
@@CAPTAINDRONE798 I appreciate the reply! I don't have a computer to be able to use a simulator on, I'll try to search and see if there's anything I can do for mobile. I have some decent experience with drones overall, But this is my first FPV. My only complaint is I wish the drones battery was like 20 minutes instead of 4, But I'm buying the extra six batteries :)
They are similar in many ways. If you need a micro SD to record video on the drone then the TinyGo has that option but less flight time due to that extra power consumption
I'll probably end up picking one of these up, but what about the battery voltages? Is there any info on when I should stop flying and what to charge it to for flight and storage?
I love the novelty of analogue drones. A blend of retro and futuristic!
I've watched several videos of you flying beginner drones and you never stick the landing. It's almost encouraging, because it shows how much skill is needed. Anybody can still make some mistakes.
Ha ha, It is because I’m old FPV school. If you don’t know what skid pads are for drones and why they existed, then check it out & note that I land as if I was still flying in that era.
Different bumper colors so you can make sure the marks on your walls match the wallpaint color? 😁
Can we use that controller in the simulators ?? Please tell me
Love your enthusiasm. Got me back into the rabbit hole. Now I'm looking for a good but reasonably priced ready to run kit. But after watching your great content I'm spoiled for choice and can't choose. Thanks for the awesome reviews and insightful quality that I have accustomed to.
Glad I could help!
Hi Steve, you are a very good salesman. I ordered one at halfway point. Now, I'm watching the rest of the video. Cheers.
Hope you enjoy it!
That under the table maneuvering was sweet Steve👍🏼… maybe one day I’ll be into fpv quads, for now, I’m heavy into the fixed wing stuff!!!!great review as usual sir!!
Finally, did my first first person view flight today. Tinyhawk 3. 😊
I just ordered the emax fpv set to get in the hobby. But thats definitely the next one i could use to learn trix.
I just ordered this kit, with 6 extra batteries. I also ordered the Hisingy Stargazer, so my son can learn how to fly FPV with me. I have 4 DJI Drones, The DJI FPV Drone, Mini 3 Pro with RC Controller, Mini 4 Pro with RC 2 Controller, AIR 2S. This hobby is very expensive.
You and your son will have plenty of fun. Flying FPV is very difficult if you have only flown DJI drones or DJI FPV drones in Normal and Sport modes… but with practice you’ll get it!
Can i use that controller in lift off
Hey y’all. I just wanna share a little about this combo. First off the drone rips and is very well built. Unfortunately I cannot say the same about the radio and goggle. The goggle screen plunked out after a few weeks and the radio antenna needs to be protected at all cost. It’s only held on the board with a few solders and they bent and snapped while in my bag. I would totally recommend the drone though.
this little one looks fabulous
Here is another one on my list captain oh my captain, another good video😂🎉
Saw one Video, he use GoPro on it. But he did say what kind of Drone he use. Now i know the drone, thanks for this Video
Many thanks for sharing Captain; great package however still enjoying the "Blue Angel" (and have ordered the basic Beta Goggles for it) its simply superb !!!
Damn this kit look sweet for the price, id jump on it but not being able to fit glasses on the goggles is a deal breaker for me.
Holaaa
its a clon of mi first quad, GEPRC tinyGo 4K...(i see you video to lear) Hi from Chile...thank for all you videos, i learn so much whit you, in my first year of FPV.
same desing in the controller and the goggles. 😎
That looks like a super good drone and the drome seems to be decent since you get alot for your money
I wear puma socks too!! This made my day.
Nice video I am curious about FPV drones after having a Dji mini 3 for 2 weeks now
I started out with the beginner gps camera drones from DJI (designed to be unboxed and flown by beginners day one), then years later I tried my hand at the Advanced FPV hobby and fell in love due to it being exhilarating. It does require a bit of skill to fly but with practice your brain will lock in and you’ll be hooked.
Excellent Video, and Excellent Value. Thank You Steve.
Hi Steve. Great Video. I just got one of these kits and am practicing on a simulator.
Hi Steve, I'm having trouble connecting the controller to the drone after using the controller with the simulator on my computer. I've tried the instructions for binding the controller and am then plugging in the drone battery once the controller is in binding mode. Do you have any tips or hints for me? the drone is connecting to the goggles easily. I have the throttle down but when i switch the left toggle down to arm, the motors won't start.
Great Video👍! Is this radio compatible with a simulator?
Yes
@@CAPTAINDRONE798 Thanks!
@@CAPTAINDRONE798 I can't get it to work with tryp fpv do you have any idea what i can do?
@@TeaDuck8you’re probably doing something wrong or missing a step or you have not configured the remote in the sim. You’ll figure it out eventually.
You could always lean out of that comfy chair, put the drone on the ground, and give us a good demonstration.
Thanks alot for this review next month I'm going make the purchase ,love your vedio take care godbless
Always great information enjoy the weekend
Hi again Steve👋
Which pair if fatsharks do you have, and do you recommend them?
Mine are Fatshark HD O2. Not something I’d recommend for beginners due to price and the need to buy your own video receiver and antennas.
Hey mate I got this bundle my drone likes to pull right and is really hard to maintain altatuide also the controller I tried flicking every switch doesn't seem to make a difference can't switch out of angle mode anyway I can recalibrate the drone thanks in advance
So this is basically the same kit as the Tinygo, yes? The tx and the goggles are exactly the same, just stamped with a different brand logo.
I’m not sure because the Tiny Go I reviewed many years ago was different. It has more than likely been updated.
I can appreciate the sturdiness
I just ordered one today how are they with they're shipping and everything are they transparent do they keep a good communication line
Like you, I wear glasses. Suggestions (or a video?) for a newbie wanting to get into the FPV hobby, but without spending mega $$$ on goggles would be welcome. Great video and as always, thank you.
I started out by wearing those cheap RESTAURANT MENU READING GLASSES under my really cheap inexpensive goggles. You get such glasses at all the budget stores like Walmart or any Pharmacy. It worked for years until I could afford FATSHARK FPV goggles that had a focus for each eye. That's for ANALOG drones. Today for DIGITAL drones, the goggles are very expensive but most have a focus for each eye or you can purchase prescription lenses that go over each eye piece (again, all expensive).
Great Review cool little drone if I was a beginner I would get it
🧡🧡🧡🧡💚💚
Bolt, is it really a no no for glasses wearers? Or is it just your large frames? I don't want to risk buying them on chance? Regards from UK..
You’d need to have only a small eyeglass prescription (eye, if everything is really blurry with glasses removed, then it may not be clear with goggles on), or own glasses that are small in size or wear contacts.
@@CAPTAINDRONE798 cheers, I think you've answered me. Small frames?
I just bought the geprc tinygo 4k. Mostly because it records 4k 60fps video in the onboard sd card.
Glad you are enjoying it
@CAPTAINDRONE798 they done some upgrades on that drone. Its elrs spi. Has that remote instead of the original that took 4 AA batteries. The vtx is also 400mw now instead of 200mw.
Hello Steve another good video. I didn't know this was available or I would have gotten it. I saved up and just got one of those C-Fly faith mini's that you reviewed on here.. you helped me get back into RC's. I started watching you approx. 4 yrs ago and since then I get most of my stuff via your reviews. But the next thing I wanted to get into was fpv. I started with getting a dji mini flymore combo when they first came out, then a sky king rc plane then I get an horizon hobby aeroscout. I didn't see it on the show but it was a push prop like my skyking and wa8 a good easy bird to learn on from all of the reviews I read. Then someone broke into my car last summer and stole my dji mini so I wanted to get a new nini 2 or 3 but couldn't afford it so I got the faith mini as a replacement for half the price. Hopefully it's not only half as good.lol I trust your opinionated you said it was good for the money. Also into rc trucks and cars. Started with a wltoys 144001 then got an arrma granite box V3 and got a traxxas slash with the robbie Gordon Dakar body. Thanks for helping re light the fire in me. When I am RCing everything else just falls away😊
Wow, you are turning into a true RC hobbiest with great taste in RC products. Thank you for enjoying the channel.
Good afternoon captain nice drone cool set up
18650's with the safety nub on positive may be enough for the controller and less expensive.
Fun video ! 😃
All in one kit for $250.00,
This would be fun in a gymnasium for beginners !
Always great videos.😀
That’s a great set up for us on the fence guys. Like many others I am worried about glasses. You can buy frames that slide into ski goggles and add your own prescription. Have you tried them or heard of any other workaround?
I have not tried the ski goggles type but a few years back I bought the foldable menu reading glasses that you can pickup at Walmart or Pharmacies (I just a pile of them on until I found a pair that let me focus a foot in front of my eyes… since they were small & foldable, I eventually lost them… but they did work).
Dang man, I know my way around your house better than mine, LOL! Thanks!
Another cool drone..tq cap!
hello there, I was just wondering if any of you know whether I should get this Whoopfly16 or Cetus X FPV kit as a complete beginner.
In the Cetus X category you have the normal version and an FC version. If you have bad habits from flying DJI type drones then you’ll feel at home with the FC version. If on the other hand you have flown FPV FLIGHT SIMS in ACRO and AIR modes without crashing, then the WHOOPFLY16 is best for your skills. If you crashed, then the CETUS X normal would be good for your skills. And finally if your hand/eye coordination is terrible, then begin with the AQUILLA16.
@@CAPTAINDRONE798 TYSM!! :D
Hi....love your channel and presentation....whats flight time please and would digital signal give a more stable image?.. subbed 🇬🇧
To see the DIGITAL image and flight time (5 mins average), watch my full review of the WHOOP16 with Walksnail Video.
Can you show how to get 200mw? Please!!
Great video. I've been looking into FPV drones for my son and this looks like it would be great. I didn't know drone sims existed. Is there one that you'd recommend over another for the best experience?
Your son probably has an account on STEAM and there are plenty of sims there
Can't wait for next video
I personally got this kit and I love it thanks❤😂
Oh and also my drone didn't come with air and acro mode So is there a fixed for it
@@Jdizzl129 These are kits so you get what you get. If you wish to learn about BETAFLIGHT CONFIGURATOR then you can certainly add any mode you desire.
Thanks
Hi! Quick question, which one is worth buying whoopfly 16 or aquila 16? (i am beginner) good video btw!
For people with terrible hand/eye coordination, go for the AQUILA16
looks like the same exact radio and goggles that come with the GepRC Tiny Go. Except it uses ERLS in the radio instead of FHSS
They do indeed look very similar
Great video and review. Being a fixed wing pilot since the 70's and my experience with drones in older DJI Mavic's. Just bought a Radiomaster TX16S 4 in 1 version which I use DSMX for fixed wing. It is ELRS module capable. I would like to know what Goggles to purchase? I wear GLASSES...thanks for your help.
If you fly drones with ANALOG cameras and you wear prescription glasses you either have to get small rimmed menu reading glasses so that you can fit BOX goggles over them, or you can buy FPV BOX goggles that have a detachable screen and then somehow attach it to your radio controller (Banggood has those ones) or if you have deep pockets you can get FATSHARKs goggles that have individual eye pieces and allow for each eye piece to be focused.
Great kit! I've been eyeing this for some time and waiting for your video on it.. thank you!
I was hoping you'd be able to get us a discount code for it.. but doesn't look like it's happening :)
Which one would you recommend? Cetus X or this one?
The Cetus-X is very good but limited as your skills improve. This one by Sub250 allows you to fly pro as your skills improve.
@@CAPTAINDRONE798 Do you think as your skills improve you would just upgrade to new equipment (drone/goggles/transmitter)? And based on that, would you still recommend the Sub250 for skill building?
@@VincentACoreyHell yes. These RTF kits are ONLY designed to get someone into the FPV hobby and then you upgrade everything to pro gear (if you hav not done your research yet have a look at the cost of good FPV Goggles, Good radio, Good battery charger, Good FPV Drone and you’ll be shocked). FPV is only for people with pilot skills, technical know how, and access to a bank account to get started. When you eventually learn how to fly the sub250 without crashing then you need to make the decision if you are gonna buy ANALOG, HD ZERO, WALKSNAIL or DJI FPV Goggles. After that you’ll buy a pro hobby radio and learn how to create a model, then you’ll buy an RC battery charger and finally you’ll buy an FPV drone compatible with your goggles and radio. It is all baby steps.
Very exciting. I'm looking forward to starting my journey. Your videos have been very helpful.
Hi Steve, another great video!!, what do you think it is better fpv drone to start, this one o cetus x?
Thanks a lot
If you have Terrible hand/eye coordination then the Cetus X FC is best (very forgiving). The Sub250 is more like a real FPV drone and requires a bit more flight skill.
Is it better than the tiny hawk 3 plus????
Nice looks like fun!
What do you suggest for a beginner drone for photos and video?
For photos/video in FPV there is the DJI Avata
Great little starter kit
fun review, thanks!
Captain. I have a question. I'm no longer able to fly my mini 2 and haven't been able to for over 2 Years. Dji has been banned or something I know but is there a way to fly again with downloading the info from the dji website? I don't trust that because there are no longer any security measures in place that way.
I’m not sure why you can’t fly your Mini 2? All should work fine. What is the problem exact issue?
Steve can you review the Walkera T210 mini seems like an interesting package with motion controller and fpv goggles. Has yet to be reviewed well... thanks
class review captain.
i like this goggle..............
Based on your recommendation I bought this 'set'. Coming from a DJI Mini 3 back-ground (and 20 min++ flight times), leaves me greatly disappointed. I'm sure under a skilled fpv flyer, you can get the most out of 2-1/2 minutes of flight time, but as a beginner, I'm barely able to stabilize the drone before the battery is dying, and it won't hold altitude. Am I missing something? Being a 'Beginner fpv' drone, I kind of expected a little more. It's hard to learn 5 min at a time and waiting for an hour for recharge. .
Unfortunately, and I’ve said this in so many videos, if you fly DJI GPS Camera drones you then have very low skills to fly FPV Drones. This is because your brain has been trained to use one joystick at a time and to let the drone do all the stabilized flying for you. In the FPV hobby there is no such thing. First you need to use both joysticks at the same time with micro movements in all directions. This is why the Pilots that fly FPV are called Pro Drone Pilots in the Advanced hobby. Every FPV Pilot began at level zero and crashed continuously until they got the hang of it. If you continue at it you’ll improve, but you are at level 1 of 99 more to go. Wait until you have to learn how batteries work & how to charge them on a real RC hobby charger. Or having to set up a radio, or understanding a receiver and binding and then configuring in Betaflight configurator. Then there are the different types of video and video transmissions, etc. The kit you have is only designed to get your toe slightly wet into the FPV hobby.
@@CAPTAINDRONE798 that’s one of the best responses to a viewer question (regardless of subject matter), that I’ve seen. You really seem to take the time to respond to your viewers (and with appropriate context responses)..very rare on YT these days). Thank you; maybe it will rub off on other “creators”. By the way, is this still the drone kit you would recommend, as the video is 10 months old? Thanks again. Philip
Great review thanks man!
Does it have altitude hold like the new CetusX ?
Nope, not like the CETUS X with FC (optical flow stabilization).
Hey Captain.... did you up the power when you went outside because I really like this drone package as a starter package but I don't care for all the glitching on the screen number one and number two the flight time is so incredibly short you know five or six minutes is one thing but two or three is another....Thnx for your time sir....btw, Im a musician of over 50 years.., I like your old music equip reviews, shoulda kept it up friend!
One day I will restart the old JAMMAN798 channel
Hell yeah!! Too bad your so far away from New Mexico, lol
@@CAPTAINDRONE798 Hey Steve.., Im getting ready to pull the switch on a mini 4 Pro... Ebay is running a 1 week special.., 0% interest for 24 mnths... Ive been goin back and forth for a month trying to decide between FPV or reg. video/photo drones...Ive made my decision...👍🏻
@@joethompson2910 You can't go wrong with a DJI Mini
Hey Steve, hope all is well with you and your family.
How does the whoop fly 16 rtf analogue kit compare to the Betafpv rtf Cetux x Fpv analogue kit as you have flown both..
I wouldn’t say I’m a 100% beginner but I’ve never flown FPV but I have been flying freestyle drones etc.
Also, when it comes to size, how would you compare the whoopfly 16 to the blade torrant 110??
Are they both the same size. ..
Just wanted to say thanks for doing what you do as you help a lot of us out..
God bless you and your family Steve .
Thanks
Ted
The Cetus X is excellent to get started in FPV but it is limited once you get good at flying well, whereas the Whoopfly Kit can allow you to fly like a pro as your skills improve.
Hey Steve, it says that you replied to my message I sent you but I don’t see anything. Could you please send it again
I got it Steve ..
Thanks
Thanks for your input Steve..
Can you put a link to where I can get it
Link is below the video where it says Show More or where you see the down arrow to expand the area below the video.
Really great footage
The default mode is said to be angle. Do we need to connect it to BetaFlight for air/acro mode or does it come out of the box and you just switched it from the controller?
It should have all the modes out of the box
So if you wear glasses ,none of the goggles on these starter kits are any good ?Impressive video for analogue tho
It it able to take a bigger battery? 4 minutes flight seems short for that whoooing signal range.
In the FPV Drone hobby, 4 and 5 min flight time is normal.
@@CAPTAINDRONE798 i know but there’s the Aquila with 1100 bats but I like this better because of the better video and 500mw I’m torn. Lol what’s the mw in the aquila16 btw??
Thank you TJ
What's the chances that these goggles will also work with my dji mavic air?
Zero chance
Thanks for the review steve. Seems like a decent drone. I teach a drone class and need to buy 10-20 drones. Need to keep as close to $100 as possible. Have any ideas?
This is the only one at that price: ua-cam.com/video/pxs2Z8K4Vb0/v-deo.html
Great review! Would you recommend this over the geprc tinygo or cetus x?
It depends on the pilot. Pilots who believe they have terrible hand/eye coordination (I.e., can’t play a first person video game shooter), should stick with the CETUS. If skills exist then either the Geprc or Sub250 are great.
Thank you for the reviews. What about this compared to the Aquila16 kit. This whoop seems to fly better, but the transmitter and goggles seem less. Which one overall? I have a birthday present coming in the form of one of these.
Aquilla16 is designed for people who fly DJI Mavics for a living and would fund flying an FOV Drone difficult. The Whoopfly16 is less forgiving but still a beginner kit (takes a bit more skill to fly)
I think I will ask for Christmas
Can you make a review of this fpv & Cetus X please
Quick question!! Does it have a hover mode? For kids that are learning?
Nope. You would want a DJI GPS Camera drone for that purpose and not an FPV drone.
Whats that giant box at the front door? RC plane?
More than likely
Should I get a Cetus x kit or this kit
In the end they would be somewhat similar. Just compare the goggles features, remote features, flight time of drone, and brushless motor design.
Hi! Quick question, do you know how to change the mode on the Whoopfly16 angle to acro. Thank you!
Modes are changed in Betaflight configurator
@@CAPTAINDRONE798 ok because in the video you just clicked a button and went in air mode. Thx!
@@The_viking_memesYes, that is the way it comes out of the box. The instruction manual explains the switches. But you can change what they do in Betaflight Configurator. I have lots of videos showing how to setup a hobby radio, and then after I finish explaining how the radio is set up, I then show how to setup the switches in Betaflight Configurator.
@@CAPTAINDRONE798 ok thank you so much! :)
I see you fly above the houses and I have one question about the restrictions. What is the difference between less than 259g and over 259g? Is it the registration of the drone and the pilot certificat? The distance from peoples and building? I am sure that a lot of viewer should be interested to know like me.
In North America the rules for unmanned objects piloted from the ground are less strict if the unmanned object is under 250 grams. In Canada, where I live, the only rule for under 250 grams is the “common sense” rule which simply means, don’t be an idiot and annoy people with you little drone. Since I’m a drone pilot, I’m fully certified by my government to fly drones 250 grams or heavier.
@CaptainDrone How do i connect the controller included in the whoopfly analog drone kit with an fpv simulator.
You just connect the USB cable from Radio Transmitter to your computer. If there was a special button sequence I would have shown it in the video. If there was something important you needed to know about connecting to your computer, I would have shown it in the video.
So i really want to buy this because it looks good for just having fun in the house but i live in the uk and do u know if anywhere i can buy this?
I think SUB250 only sells on the SUB250 web store.
Hey captain again a super nice review !!
Looking to get my second Fpv drone had the avata with the motion remote
Now looking to do tricks and sold the avata
I’m thinking either this one or the Cetus x
What would you buy I hear the Cetus has the movable camera angle is it a lack on this one ?
Wich would be better for freestyle around my house
Hi, where can I buy in the uk looks like a fun toy to learn with
Nice👍👍
Wow I might get this drone. Not sure about the head set but what fatjack are you using and what antenna and the module? :)
Fatshark HD O2 with Rapid Fire & mushroom/patch antenna combo
So tempting even though I'd be barfy 😞
Does the Ph 2.0 battery connect to the 16-woopfly drone? When u plug it into the little charger it says GNB27.
Thanks
What's the battery life? Seemed short on the video
In what topics this model is better tham the Emax Tinyhawk 3 plus?
Anyone with experience in both models can help? For what I will buy?
Btw, is this drone capable to handle a small fullHD camera for better vid. capture ?
Not really. You could place a small insta360 GO 2 on it, but that extra weight will affect your flight time and performance.
Do you think I can pair the drone with my Aquila 16 kit
Probably. I believe both are ELRS.
Awesome.
which switches are angl/air mode????
Bro why u heart my comment and not answer!?
Nice 1 Steve
Another question :) does this type of drone require a ham radio license? No matter what rules I try to look at, nothing seems to be clear on what exactly constitutes needing a ham radio license to fly. Just want to make sure I don't get in trouble.
I don’t believe anyone bothers with that anymore as no one has mentioned it in the past 5 years
Hi/question: on the website, it gives the option for mode 1( right throttle) or mode 2( left throttle). What does this mean, ans what is the proper choice for right handed? Thank you!!!
Go with Mode 2 because most of the world is Mode 2. Also, you really need to find a simulator and practice or else you will destroy your drone the first time you fly. You have to train your brain and hand/eye coordination.
@@CAPTAINDRONE798 I appreciate the reply! I don't have a computer to be able to use a simulator on, I'll try to search and see if there's anything I can do for mobile. I have some decent experience with drones overall, But this is my first FPV. My only complaint is I wish the drones battery was like 20 minutes instead of 4, But I'm buying the extra six batteries :)
Hello which it better GEPRC TinyGO 4K or Whoopfly16 RTF? Thenk you all the best
They are similar in many ways. If you need a micro SD to record video on the drone then the TinyGo has that option but less flight time due to that extra power consumption
@@CAPTAINDRONE798 thenk you sir
I'll probably end up picking one of these up, but what about the battery voltages? Is there any info on when I should stop flying and what to charge it to for flight and storage?
Stop flying when voltage is 3.4.... you can go down to 3.2 but that could be too low for the battery charger to bring them back to life.