Reviews

Here is a roundup of all the 1S, 2S, 3S, and 4S LiPo batteries I have tested for micro FPV drones, including toothpicks and whoops, with capacities ranging from 300mAh to 1000mAh. Performance (discharge capability) …

For years, FPV pilots have had to choose between LiPo and Li-ion when it comes to batteries, and that choice has always come with a compromise. If you want maximum power, you use LiPo. If …

I love micro quads, and the WalleFPV Lightning V3 is one of those quads that genuinely gets me excited. The Lightning V3 is not a complete redesign. It is an updated version of the older …

ArtLynk is a new HD digital FPV system. It’s cheap, the image quality looks promising, and for some people it could become a potential alternative to DJI and Walksnail Avatar. The BetaFPV Meteor75 Pro is …

I really like the simple design of the HGLRC Draknight O4, but the camera soft mounting just doesn’t seem to work properly and introduces jello/vibration into the video. That is a major drawback on this …

I really liked the Firefly20, and on the same product page Flywoo also offers the Firefly25 variant, which is basically the same quad but with a slightly bigger frame and 2.5-inch props. After flying both, …

Want a small FPV drone with the DJI O4 Pro that is fast and agile? Then you have to check out the Flywoo Firefly 20 Pro. Not only does it fly really well, it also …

GPS, or GNSS in general, has become an invaluable component for FPV drones thanks to major advancements in features like Rescue Mode and Position Hold in Betaflight, as well as Return to Home in iNav. …

The DJI O4 Pro Air Unit is fantastic, but one major downside is its weight. At 33g, it’s not ideal for micro quads or builds that aim to stay under the 250g weight limit. That’s …

Removing propellers from tiny whoops (65mm, 75mm, and 85mm micro whoops) has always been a fiddly and frustrating task. If you’ve ever tried to pry off a stubborn prop, you’ll know how easy it is …

Back in 2023, I visited RadioMaster’s office in Shenzhen, China, and the boss showed me a prototype radio they were working on that ran on Android. Fast forward 3 years, and they’ve finally released it. …

I’ve tested quite a few 3.5-inch cinewhoops, and the GEPRC Cinebot35 is probably the most powerful one yet. That extra power means it can carry heavier payloads or larger batteries for longer flight times. But …