If you’re an FPV drone pilot who uses Betaflight, you’ll be excited to know that Betaflight has introduced a web-based version of its popular configurator. This online tool allows users to access Betaflight directly from a web browser without needing to download or install anything. It’s a convenient way to flash and configure your flight controller, whether you’re on a desktop or mobile device. In this article, I’ll walk you through how to use the Betaflight Configurator web app, its advantages, and some key considerations to keep in mind.
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Browser Compatibility
The Betaflight Configurator web version works on Google Chrome and other Chromium-based browsers like Microsoft Edge and Vivaldi. However, it’s not compatible with browsers such as Firefox, Safari, or Opera.
Advantages of the Web Version
One of the biggest benefits of the web-based configurator is that it doesn’t require any downloads or installations. That means you’ll always have access to the most recent version of Betaflight, as the app updates automatically when you refresh the page. The web version mirrors the offline version in terms of functionality—you can do pretty much everything including firmware flash and flight controller configuration.
Getting Started
To begin using the online Betaflight Configurator, visit: https://app.betaflight.com
While the core functionality of the Betaflight configurator remains the same, the online version comes with a slightly refreshed look.
Once you’ve connected your flight controller, you might need to select the option “I can’t find my USB device”. This will prompt the browser to request access to your USB ports. After connection, the configurator should recognize your flight controller, and you can follow the familiar steps to configure it.
One minor note: after flashing new firmware, you may need to unplug and re-plug your flight controller to exit DFU mode. While it’s a small inconvenience, it’s something to keep in mind while using the web app.
It’s great to see more and more FPV related configurators going online. Other web version configurators include:
- Bluejay: https://esc-configurator.com/
- ExpressLRS Flasher: https://expresslrs.github.io/web-flasher/
- AM32: https://am32.ca/configurator
Mobile Device Support
Though the online configurator is primarily designed for desktop use, mobile device compatibility is on the way. Currently, users may encounter a bug when trying to access the configurator on Android devices, where it may not recognize that you’re using Google Chrome. Hopefully this will get fixed soon, and you’ll be able to configure your FPV drone on the go using your android smartphone or tablet. For iPhone users, since USB cable doesn’t work, the only solution remains to be using Speedybee Adapter 3 via Bluetooth/WiFi.
Conclusion
The new Betaflight online configurator is a fantastic tool for FPV pilots. It offers a streamlined and user-friendly way to flash and configure your flight controller directly from a web browser. As Betaflight continues to evolve, we can expect even more functionality to be added to the online configurator, including mobile compatibility.