What are the best controls for playing time traveling machines? The latest remote control purchasing guide in 2024
One of the core aspects of the flying experience of the shuttle is the choice of remote control. A good remote control can not only improve control accuracy, but also enhance flight safety. This article will combine the popular discussions and data on the Internet in the past 10 days to analyze the current mainstream remote control models and purchasing points for you.
1. Popularity Ranking of Travel Machine Remote Controls in 2024
| Ranking | Model | reference price | Core advantages | Applicable people |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Radiomaster Boxer | ¥800-1000 | Open source system, high cost performance | Novice/advanced player |
| 2 | TBS Tango 2 | ¥1200-1500 | Portable design, low latency | racing player |
| 3 | DJI FPV Remote Controller 2 | ¥1600-2000 | Natively adapted to DJI image transmission | DJI ecosystem users |
| 4 | FlySky Nirvana | ¥600-800 | Entry level value for money | Newbie on a limited budget |
| 5 | Jumper T-Pro | ¥900-1100 | Modular design | Technical player |
2. Analysis of key indicators for purchasing
According to recent user feedback from forums and e-commerce platforms, the following are five major indicators that need to be paid attention to when purchasing:
| indicator | importance | Recommended parameters |
|---|---|---|
| transport protocol | ★★★★★ | ELRS＞Crossfire＞Frsky |
| Rocker accuracy | ★★★★☆ | Hall rocker＞Potentiometer rocker |
| Battery life | ★★★☆☆ | >8 hours (18650 battery) |
| system openness | ★★★☆☆ | Support EdgeTX/OpenTX priority |
| weight | ★★☆☆☆ | <500g (including battery) |
3. Recommended combinations in different scenarios
1.Getting Started:Radiomaster Boxer + ELRS module (about ¥1000)
2.Racing flight:TBS Tango 2 + Crossfire (approx. ¥1800)
3.Voyage photography:DJI remote control + O3 image transmission (approximately ¥2500 set)
4. Recent hot and controversial topics
1.Does the ELRS protocol completely surpass Crossfire?
Recent test data shows that ELRS 3.0 version has lower latency at a distance of <10km, but Crossfire still has superior stability in complex electromagnetic environments.
2.Is a thousand-yuan remote control enough?
According to the actual measurement by the "FPV veteran driver" of UP station B, thousand-yuan equipment can meet 90% of flight needs, and high-end control mainly improves materials and details.
5. Trend Forecast in 2024
1. Built-in ELRS becomes standard for mid-range controls
2. Touch screen remote controls have become popular (such as Radiomaster TX16S MkⅡ)
3. Domestic remote control market share exceeds 40%
Summary: When choosing a remote control, you need to consider budget, flight scenarios, and device compatibility. It is recommended that novices start with an open source controller that supports ELRS and gradually upgrade. Remember to pay attention to firmware updates, the performance improvement of modern remote controls is often achieved through software!
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