Traxxas Rustler 4X4 VXL vs Arrma Vorteks 3S BLX Comparison

The Traxxas Rustler and Arrma Vorteks 3S BLX are some of the best 3S Brushless Stadium Trucks available, but how do they compare? Today we compare them and test runtime, speed runs, bashing and more.
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[@AMain_Hobbies]

To clear the confusion - this is a vanilla comparison between two box-stock trucks, the way they come out of the box. There are no changes or modifications made to either truck. -Brett

[@samcourtrc6767]

Hi Brett what do i need to complete the build if i get the 1520 1650kv castle for my arrma infraction my battery's r the ec5 connectors do i need the ic5 to put on the esc

[@AMain_Hobbies]

@@samcourtrc6767 Just connectors I believe. Maybe a couple fans? Some shrink tubing? -Brett

[@samcourtrc6767]

AMain Hobbies ok big mate thank u

[@samcourtrc6767]

AMain Hobbies Brett can yous put connectors on to the esc so my battery's can plug in to it

[@RealTeee]

@amainhobbies have you reviewed the 2wd slash vxl?

[@14224Michael]

Another issue with the lack of wheelie action on the Arrma is the slipper clutch These are notorious for having a loose setting out of the box. I turned mine in a half turn and I can wheelie from a dead start on almost any surface. I do also run a set of Proline Badland tires, but the originals still had the same traction, just kept ripping the stock tires open.

[@SnarkyRC]

I was on your website last night. I was looking at these two trucks along with a few others. I went with the Team Associated Rival MT10. It has more adjustability, a center diff out of the box, anti sway bars and lower price. I've been racing Team Associated vehicles since the 90s and I was glad to see a quality basher at an awesome price from them.

[@adtjtjdjsj]

The rival mt10 has some problems with the front a-arms and the bulkheads

[@SnarkyRC]

@@adtjtjdjsj @rc media My bulkheads have been fine. When the arms break you replace them with RPM ones. A million times better than stock.

[@DUNGSTA]

Did you regret your decision?

[@nathanwood1567]

I’ve had the rustler vxl4x4 for 2yrs now. We also own a Arrma Talion and Kraton, losi mini, DHK Maximus and Traxxas Emaxx. The rustler is by far the toughest truck!!!! We have jumped the house with it, ran it in the creek, not to mention I taught my little ones to jump with the truck and I have broke the least parts out of any of our trucks

[@whistlinlipo]

Interesting music, felt like I was watching a KT video

[@narrowempress1625]

Lol Kevin changed his music and Amain has used the old music

[@The_RC_Dude]

Kevin Talbot? That's exactly what I though!

[@stc6041]

Exactly. I just hope amain wont be using this a lot since im used to hearing it on kevs channel and it would be very weird and uncomfy

[@rc4lifenl952]

True

[@AMain_Hobbies]

It's a cool song so we had to use it once. -Brett

[@lonewolfsstuck]

as someone who has own a rustler 4x4 for over a year and put more money than im willing to admit (not insane, just generational upgrades) i will say the rustler 4x4 is great and has insane grip on a lot of surfaces with the talon tires. They baloon yes but if your looking for speed you'd be running different tires anyway. Also i got the brushed version and have changed center slipper with a diff (50t) and put a 6s system in it. Still have yet to break the plastic drive shafts.

[@DUNGSTA]

So which one to get?

[@kurtXhecticXpl]

The fact that car controls the power and not pop like crazy it's actually a great feature, not a minus.

[@neildoorne8344]

You can use any battery on the Rustler as long as you have a trx connection on it. I have a rustler and a maxx and I use highlander batteries in them.

[@Splitscreen83]

Awesome comparison guys. Both amazing RC trucks. I think that the Aarma has the edge though. Excellent price too 👍

[@andymarshall7119]

Not sure why they said you MUST use a Traxxas id battery when you don’t? Just like the Arrma you can use any one you want as long as it has a matching connector. Both trucks have pros and cons and it’s really comes down to everything else like parts availability m,customer service and general preferences. 🤷‍♂️ Thx for the info, I just hopped up my ST with a brushless system and went from. 10 to 17 tooth pinion and damn she flys!

[@lisagreenway8410]

I can’t wait to get my hands on a Vorteks!!!!!!!

[@Daytona89]

I drive my Rustler with the sledgehammer tyres. Amazing. It makes backflips easily

[@DUNGSTA]

That's like another $80?!

[@craigconley2529]

Your videos are great I enjoy them

[@aarikc17]

Should have tried changing the punch setting on the Arrma.

[@RadioControlGuitarist]

I’ve got both of these. I’m actually planning on making a video on this subject myself. Although mine are not built evenly. Max10 in my rustler, but my Vorteks is 4S .

[@mauricestewart4994]

Biggest difference is really the escs. The 1 for the vortexs is adjustable. Traxxas esc is more or less fixed.

[@kalebmckay4417]

The slow take offs and stuff is suppose to be there, that’s spectrums “soft start” system

[@genericgoogleaccount8907]

Not hating on Arrma, but that sounds like an excuse they made up to explain the delay.

[@brutallyaverage8293]

Nah pretty sure it's meant to save drivetrain. I mean it's rebadged hobby wing and hibbywong doesn't have that

[@kalebmckay4417]

@@brutallyaverage8293 no, arrma isn’t re badged hobby wing, the arrma stuff if rebadged spektrum

[@brutallyaverage8293]

@@kalebmckay4417 last time I checked is spektrum isn't rebadged to arrma. But spektrum is hobbywing bro. Firma 160a is a max 6 with different firmware and added smart bs, firma 150 is a quick run 150a and down the line

[@cgrant26]

First thing anyone with a Rustler 4x4 VXL should do is replace the driveshafts. MIP in the rear and Traxxas HD steel in the front. Next is add fans to the motor and ESC.

[@CalebLawrence007]

Hey Amain, could you please tell me the name of that song that you used for the intro to your video? I’ve asked Kev many times, but have never gotten a response. Great video BTW

[@narrowempress1625]

It is outbreak by fasion

[@CalebLawrence007]

@@narrowempress1625 appreciate it bro!

[@AMain_Hobbies]

Yes, what he said. -Brett

[@CalebLawrence007]

@@AMain_Hobbies 👍🏼

[@SpinRush]

Funny. I love how the Rustler gets dragged by the Vorteks at the end.

[@TheRustyPlace]

I went with the Rustler VXL because it comes in 2wd.

[@Clavitz1]

My thoughts... The Vorteks for that fast grounded stable racing control. For the "serious" driver. The Rustler 4x4 VXL for that quick high flying tumble wumbles. For the "kid inside" driver. Both are solid though the best bang for each dollar is the Vorteks until Traxxas releases a 2.0. Almost 3 years, get on it Traxxas and don't be greedy!

[@deving.2943]

Why you keep Spamming the Chat Bro?!

[@Clavitz1]

@@deving.2943 what are talking you about?

[@deving.2943]

@@Clavitz1 I’m joking around 😎.

[@deving.2943]

@@Clavitz1 Also what is your favorite out of the two? Also I heard the Mini B is pretty durable and used for indoor carpet racing? Do you think this is true?!

[@Clavitz1]

@@deving.2943 oh. I couldn't tell. I like the Vorteks' weight and control on flatter surfaces. Rustler I'd say for easier upgrade availability and price. Also aesthetically it looks just a little bit better via the body she'll. I'm not familiar to that car. Sorry

[@Filmore1991]

I have that vorteks and I have a blast with it.

[@SpottedCow1604]

Guess what? They both break! I love Brett

[@teslacybertruck750]

It wont be long before Traxxas copies Arrma and uses the same safety pinion gear feature

[@christiansrcs7789]

Very very cool arrma I am going to get the senton I just like how it looks

[@tiagovarao]

Thanks 🙌 you help me decide to buy neither of them, it's a shame to both Traxxas and Arrma to sell cars of those values with plastic shafts 😱👎

[@seanreyes8921]

Hey guys can u please do a review on the arrma big rock v3 IV been wanting to get in the hobby and I was looking at this one love your channel

[@fatheadfpv5732]

Harder for water to get in the tire if you're just driving on the street not if you're driving it through puddles then you have no way to cover the vent

[@BlvlWmpower]

66 mph ankle-snapper

[@michaelmacisco2566]

Got to change the punch setting on the Vorteks then it will Wheelie !

[@natechin4036]

Can you guys do a b3.2 nitro budget build? I am trying to find the best kit budget to get into nitro

[@TranceFur]

A B3.2 kit is $650, not including the engine, radio, batteries, servos, wheels, tires, fuel, starter box, glow plugs, tools… It’s basically a $1200 RC. Not exactly a candidate for a budget build, my friend.

[@apexstudio4657]

wow nice footage !!

[@bassmek21]

There is option on the esc for the burst take off look in manual how to set it to take off harder I think it still feels like it still has the lag but not as bad and it seems to wheelie slot easier I can't remember how to get into settings I think you hold the set button for 3 seconds then once it blinks let go and press again and listen to the beeps or the green light blinks a certain amount of times letting you know what feature your on burst breaking ect

[@huesos7953]

But i use my slash with after market batteries why so you say you need traxxas battery

[@cherandissanayake9530]

Can you do a conversion video Arrma Vorteks 3s racing conversion plz because it's the stadium truck no one I've done that.... I've seen Traxxas.. but not the Vortex 3s ... Can you do plz ?

[@DDetailz]

Rustler definitely wins this battle, even after tons of mods rustler still comes out on top

[@davet9655]

Can you program the Vortex ESC? Maybe explains the Arrma launch/ lack of punch?

[@chrisslky7018]

Very good comp! Thanks

[@dominicrussell7998]

can you do a review on the Traxxas E-Revo 1/16 and Traxxas X-MAXX

[@rccambi]

I've been thinking for a long time what kind of car to buy should it be Rustler or Vorteks. I ordered Vorteks and when I come I'll go for testing. I assume I'll be satisfied. I will definitely know or hang on to my channel. Thank you for your videos are great 👍🏻🤝🖖🏻

[@AMain_Hobbies]

Congratulations Michal! The Vorteks is an excellent choice. -Brett

[@DUNGSTA]

Do you regret it?

[@rccambi]

@@DUNGSTA Yes and no. Battery life is low. The Vorteks ride takes 7 minutes with a 3S 6000mAh battery. I drove about three times with the car and yesterday I found out that the brick is broken. That shouldn't happen. I'm going to sell the car. I was excited about it, but ....

[@DUNGSTA]

@@rccambi so I should get the rustler?

[@rccambi]

@@DUNGSTA Certainly yes. Buy Rustler and you will be satisfied. There are many upgrades to Rustler.

[@Ev0ltion]

To me vortex should have 130A esc version and problem would be solved.

[@dboogeman2002]

Maybe we can do a test on durability by hitting ramps and taking them 50 ft in the air lol

[@rayv882]

Traxxas Rustler it is! Thank you very much!

[@DUNGSTA]

How and why.

[@pewterngold]

Rustler 4x4....hands down 🤘 Huge market for after market products and hop up parts which makes this hobby all the more fun. Vortex is ugly and a bit boring. When Traxxas drops the price of the Rustler by $15-$20...it will make purchasing the Rustler even more of a no brainer.

[@PhilBender612]

I see no other videos on comparing these two trucks with similar results.. You did a very good job Brett.

[@jonmayer]

I'm so glad, I've been looking at the Vorteks but haven't seen much of a comparison yet.

[@JaxsonM22]

You don't need to use Traxxas lipos and chargers... You just need to have a lipo with the Traxxas connector. I run povway battery's with a dean's to Traxxas ID converter thing

[@thecollector448]

Agreed 👍 100%

[@Rcguyankid]

Yup povways are excellent two for the price of one traxxas or spektrum batteries, and in my opinion better quality i use them in all my rc and they perform flawlessly.

[@brianginn6354]

Agreed, but due to liability Amain won't tell you this. I had this exact discussion with a hobby shop owner, and the issue is all around liability.

[@Grubbet]

Or change the connector on the esc

[@gasolinediesel972]

Even traxxas admits this. Back before traxxas started their whole id thing they had normal batteries with normal balance plugs and everything. All of those older batteries are fully compatible with the newer vehicles.

[@DustinLeone]

Unpopular opinion - doesn’t wheelie on take off > constant wheeling

[@princerain39]

EXACTLY!!!!!

[@jalee6587]

The arrma has an extra 1.5lbs of weight that represents over a 25% heavier vehicle in the arrma. That might be whats contributing to the shorter run times.

[@goon1500ify]

You forgot to mention a very important feature the Arrma has and that is it's adjustable punch setting on the esc ! That will get rid of that motor ramp up you keep pointing out .

[@Danielxperez14]

Does it run smooth still?

[@BashTillBroken]

@@Danielxperez14 yes

[@Danielxperez14]

@@BashTillBroken i havent messe with mine yet, super fun as is

[@boduke9428]

That was my first thought when it was mentioned. The punch level is literally the motor ramp up time on the esc.

[@jefffarnham5040]

How do you physically adjust this? Thanks

[@joebartell3656]

" no body drives there rc at %100" me who drives my Traxxas maxx full throttle until it dies *laughs in esc thermal shutdown*

[@Hohmies86]

Wanted to get the rustler for me aaaand my kids (they are learning how to nerd out) but I have been eyeballing that maxx for a while now. Should we just go ahead and get the maxx, we fully plan on breaking and fixing things

[@davidproby5644]

@@Hohmies86what did you end up going with? The Xmaxx seems like a lot of fun, not sure how old your kids are or if the truck would have been too much for them

[@DrillsargePopo]

​@Hohmies86 the Maxx for sure alot more durable which means more wow moments for the kids as the truck flies over the house at 70mph and not break

[@SpaceLobster420]

When i got my vorteks a month or so ago the receiver/transmitter was faulty so i picked up a spektrum SR315 receiver and bound it to my DX5 Pro and i was able to easily adjust the punch settings and such and it transformed this car. My Vorteks is now my go-to 1/10 scale car

[@tiguyrc1963]

On the Vorteks you can change the punch on the esc, and you’ll find a big difference! Great Video! ThankYou

[@AMain_Hobbies]

As demonstrated in the video, the Vorteks electronics are already being pushed to their limits. Changing the punch setting will only make this worse, adding extra stress, inefficiency and heat. We do not recommend anyone change the punch setting as a solution for poor low-end torque. Be smart and just gear down on the pinion gear. -Brett

[@Clavitz1]

@@AMain_Hobbies is this with the 20 pinion or does this apply to the 18? If both are there some suggestions you have to counter this weakness from the Vorteks?

[@mychalpstanton9188]

@@AMain_Hobbies not tru lol didnt want see arma win point blank

[@mychalpstanton9188]

I own both bad comparison brett 💩💩💩💩💩💩💩💩💩💩💩💩💩💩💩💩💩💩💩💩👆👆👆👆👆👆👆👀👀👀👀👀👀

[@Kbunk_Youth_Football_Wrestling]

Yes, when I turn the punch up slightly it accelerates instantly off the line and wheelies easily even on grass.

[@MatissRiekstins]

Keep in mind that tire puffing gives bigger wheel diameter which is like bigger pinion gear and that results in higher speed!

[@hampus3699]

bruh it’s not that easy

[@MatMabee]

@@hampus3699 He's not wrong. RC speed calculation can be achieved by determining the output RPM to the driven pinion, dividing by the ratios of the gearing, and applying the final RPM at the hub to the diameter of the wheel. This means that ballooning, an increase of diameter in a tire caused by rotational inertia, increases the final speed of the vehicle quite durastically. Being wrong doesn't make you a moron, it's the confidence you portray while doing it. Get smarter.

[@hampus3699]

@@MatMabee i know that he’s right. I don’t remember leaving this comment. I clearly didn’t know about it back then. I’m a bit suprised. Only a year ago. Whatever lmao! But yeah you are right Btw I also have a red rustler 4x4 like yours lol!

[@loewerc]

Just ramp up the punch on the Vorteks and it will pop wheelies easier. And also no more cogging. Fixed it on my Outcast 4s.

[@ivydome]

They already said it was at its maximum punch

[@Frank-st7ku]

@@ivydome time frame in the video?

[@ldm125]

@@Frank-st7ku Yeah I didn't hear it either

[@TheflyingkiwiRC]

Thought the Vorteks was stock out of the box? Even in punch 4 it will wheelie.

[@TheNamesArif]

@@Frank-st7ku they said it in pinned comment. but changing the setting is not a good idea

[@JohnConnor12]

I got back into the hobby after 10+ years out of it and bought a Rustler 4x4 VXL about a month after release and I love it. Part of the fun of the hobby for me is modifying the car and the parts support is great. That being said, if I were getting back into the hobby now, I'd probably get the Arrma. Much more bang for your buck.

[@Clavitz1]

I say why not both? Or at least via brands in general.

[@jknewb6276]

False!! You don't have to use Traxxas batteries with a Traxxas car but you will loose a bit of power with a plug. And obviously ya don't have to buy a Traxxas battery charger Brett is being technical because of his Amain hobby job but I can tell you it's fine.

[@DavidFernandez-sc5ws]

Both are great trucks. Arrma has more bang for your buck. The traxxas has a much bigger aftermarket.

[@Dumrikk]

Indeed. I also like that Traxxas shares do many parts between cars, making it all a bit easier and cheaper on spare parts. I don't know if arrma is the same, it should be IMO. I like both brands, but I can't afford to buy the arrma I want just to have two versions of a 6S, so I will have to wait for popping my arrma cherry😭😭😭😋

[@maszkalman3676]

@@Dumrikk Exactly i just bought a rustler 4x4 vxl for like 20% off and i will go and buy a lot of upgrade parts second hand with the money it left from the cheaper purchase.

[@bobafett317]

What a great comparison. Both really awesome trucks. My best friend has the rustler while I have the vorteks. I do prefer the vorteks mainly because of the way it drives and wheelies but the rustlers torque is better. No really wrong decision here. Thanks A Main.

[@AMain_Hobbies]

Excellent! Happy to hear it. You're right, both are great trucks and you can't go wrong with either one. -Brett

[@michaelmoreno2727]

You dont "NEED" Traxxas ID lipos. You can use any battery. Your reaching for cons, come on.

[@AMain_Hobbies]

So if someone brand new to the hobby walks into the hobby shop for the first time, they don't "need" traxxas batteries? What do you recommend they do? -Brett

[@michaelmoreno2727]

@@AMain_Hobbies well then maybe you should mention it in your videos that way newbies know this also?

[@michaelmoreno2727]

I mean whats so hard about saying " there are battery adapters guys, so don't worry?" Its not a big deal until people like you start making it a big deal..

[@AMain_Hobbies]

@@michaelmoreno2727 I can't recommend adapters. There are other factors involved. -Brett

[@SnarkyRC]

@@AMain_Hobbies There's nothing wrong with adapters as long as they're quality ones. Even name brand battery companies supplied you with adapters. Venom being one of those brands. -Matt

[@Soandsoguy]

Loved the format of this video and that you loomed at weight and wheel specs. The only thing missing for me is a subjective test : Get an opinion from three or four drivers to tell us if they prefer to play with or race one or the other.

[@dstjamesrc6395]

My Vorteks plastic drive shafts haven’t broken yet, 3S Slash and Hoss broke them almost every run.

[@maszkalman3676]

the voerteks weak part is the spur gear not the drive shaft that's a traxxas thing to do :D

[@ENRICTATCHE]

Vorteks throttle delay dissapears if you put the value of the punch at 5. It also make better wheelies with this value.

[@TechWizMaster]

and then it will start destroying spur gears, center drive shafts and rear diff gears left and right 😅 I have a Big rock V3 and i run it on 3s BUT at Punch level 1 and trottle power at 50% on the remote...just to be on the safe side and it's still great IMO.

[@vicsaggu]

Traxxas is one company that misleads consumers, if you want to make a claim , make a claim based on what's coming inside the box , a consumer should not go and buy something separately to achieve the claim made by the manufacturer

[@hownowbrowncow9704]

so actually the tires ballooning on the rustler more makes it go faster as it makes them bigger, bigger tires higher top speed, but I can say I love both traxxas and arrma, traxxas is the best for me because tsm is incredible. If i ever get an arrma vehicle ill make sure to put a traxxas tsm receiver in it, but other than that cant go wrong with either both the kings of rc, and are lightyears ahead of pretty much everybody else.

[@tuffy3637]

I personally feel the rustlers soft wheelie bar is better cause for general bashing it will absorb impacts on crashes and save the electronics.

[@88davidw]

Great video as always. So good that we have so much choice these days. I think the Arrma would be my choice. I know I say this every time but Brett is so good at these videos, it’s like he’s the voice of AMain!

[@DUNGSTA]

He's trying to sell the products so...

[@ichbinschuscht3611]

I own a traxxas rustler 4x4 vxl and the problem with the rear driveshafts is annoying af... Good to know that the vorteks has the same problem 😁

[@ripnliptightlines5092]

I put mip axels on mine and the hex’s are the only problem. They break but are cheap and easy to change out.

[@tonyromano6220]

Traxxas will be selling parts in 20 years for this truck. Will Arrma?

[@TheRcKiwis]

We need both! 😁

[@christiansrcs7789]

Hey guys i love watching your videos! If you see this comment could you do a KZbin video on that arrma senton I am going to get one I’m pretty sure!

[@whistlinlipo]

We need more RC Kiwis!

[@TheRcKiwis]

@@whistlinlipo 2-3vids every week! 😉

[@TheRcKiwis]

@@christiansrcs7789 Will be coming out again very soon! 😁

[@Clavitz1]

@@christiansrcs7789 senton 3s vs slash 3s?

[@thematczakfamily2123]

Change the punch setting on the vortex, makes a huge difference in the torque of the start

[@westtxgreg]

You can adjust the throttle response on the vorteks. It makes a difference.

[@jasonbrown467]

that was really the only thing that bothered me about this arma, where do you set that on the tx?

[@maszkalman3676]

Yeah also makes difference is the spur gear lifetime life significantly....

[@pgrcplus]

The most comprehensive comparison vid on these two trucks by far! 👍 great vid as always 😊

[@sethpig45]

13:43 um you can run any lipo with traxxas cars just has to have traxxas id or 1st gen plugs there's no difference between that gens ace and traxxas battery inside other then traxxas had integrated the balance port in the plug amain I thought you knew better???

[@AMain_Hobbies]

We're also a hobby shop that doesn't want to be held liable for someone's mistake. Have you noticed we never show or talk about alternate traxxas connectors, adapters or ways of making it "work"? It's because I'm not allowed to talk about it or show them. Safety is #1 and the last thing we need is someone who burns down his house because he saw a cool trick in a KZbin video. It's just not worth it to us. Hope you understand. -Brett

[@lennchadful]

Traxxas has always had more power. the Revo 2 Versus the Kraton showed it as well. the diffs on the Kraton wouldnt even let it go over certain curbs. weird

[@francostacy7675]

The arma seems like the one that I want ….except for that throttle lag

[@maszkalman3676]

kinde easy solution metal spur gear and ramp up the starter torque you can do that but with the spur gear it came with it's a one run on maxed up starting torque.... and the spur gear is done

[@REAPER-1xxx]

Best comparison I’ve seen. In touch with relevant comparison at the moment and super thorough. 👍

[@sambagogo777]

I'd choose the Vorteks. Heard too many stories of the Rustler being fragile.

[@maszkalman3676]

rustler is still more durable tho the rustler has a problem with the wheelie bar rip up the body and the plastic driveshaft change those and you are golden...

[@frankspringenberg1689]

Hi - it is wrong that rustler needs traxxas ID Batteries. You need the trx connector, but not ID. The only real advantage of the vortex are the motor pinions.

[@rccircuslee5390]

I love my rustler and the vorteks seems like a great alternative 👍

[@BlakeBeardsley]

Loving my Rustler 4x4 vxl! Put proline street fighter tires/wheels and proline racing shocks so only have about an inch clearance. No gps so don't know speed, but it seems pretty quick. Darn near impossible to roll now. Sadly it rarely wants to do wheelies now. Glad to know the arma also has weak drive shafts. I've broken so many on my rustler and maxx, steel and plastic. Probably says something about my driving...

[@dustinfowler7868]

The vorteks is set up to keep the power down on all 4 wheels,more track driven. The rustler 4x4 tires got it over that curb test,smaller,less traction tires. Rustler is the better basher,Vorteks is very close in performance, both are extremely durable AND both are rockin the 💩. Get both,u won't be disappointed.

[@RCPropaganda]

Wow this video really puts mine to shame. So thorough. They trucks def give me full wood. Both fun.

[@420Patriot]

I do not use Traxxas ID batteries on my rustler 4x4 vxl lol and I have 0 issues... traxxas batteries are to expensive. Lol. Just switch the battery connector to a trx female and you're fine.

[@johnjay7961]

Rustler better. Shocks and rear drive shafts more expense on vorteks and they break easily

[@lizardsrock1able]

Ive seen a couple of these comparisons where the batteries are not matched like the discharge rate of 25c and 60c on this one. Thats not really a fair comparison unless batteries dont matter

[@hendrahendra]

My Tamiya Lunchbox stock will wipe the floors of these two.

[@AMain_Hobbies]

Lunchbox FTW! -Brett

[@rcplayground7]

You can actually use normal Traxxas connectors on the Rustler.

[@rcaddict1876]

I think he was just trying to make the Arrma appear better but arrma’s are junk in MIO

[@blakeg4166]

We should all know traxxas is overpriced and overrated junko crap

[@massid3774]

Arrma fanboy

[@jeroendejong1577]

For the vortex: put your punch al the way up. It will do wheelies with ez

[@seanmccormack5888]

Nice video mate, impartial, practical, and no nonsense. Appreciate it. Cheers

[@jub856]

You can use any battery with a traxxas connector. I have several 100c batteries for my traxxas vehicles

[@ivydome]

🙌Thank you!

[@sinkWad]

Another great video! Man that is a tough choice. I think for myself I would go with the Arma Vorteks. Being able to choose my batteries, along with better stability, and the vented tires is worth the tradeoff for the 14mm hex and the gearing, which it seems according to another commenter can be adjusted to get better low end power. Man I wish I had more disposable income haha!

[@Clavitz1]

Great choice. I have one myself

[@VinnesRC]

It may help you to know that you can use an adapter to run any battery that fits in either of the cars. The traxxas does not HAVE to run ID batteries, in the same way that the Vorteks does not HAVE to run spektrum smart batteries. But still I would rather get the vorteks. Or actually one of the cheaper 3s cars.

[@panda_rc]

@@VinnesRC Yep I have a rustler 4x4 vxl and I run powerhobby and turnigy lipos. However when I bought it there was no such thing and a vorteks and also they used to be $400 but the price went up to $430. I simply just cut the traxxas connector off and solder an xt90

[@rcdemonblood574]

You don't have to use just a Traxxas ID battery with the Rustler you can just buy a lipo that has a Trx connector already on it That's what I did and works great and its not ID

[@The2strokecollection]

I didn’t know it was impossible to change a connector or use an adapter but I understand the world would explode if I did

[@chumps7974]

I wish I had opted for the Rustler. I picked up a Vortex and I noticed on the first pack (2s)I noticed the shocks were too soft. On the second pack (first 3s pack) the plastic spur ⚙️ stripped. I ordered a metal spur gear for it so hopefully it's a bit more durable and I can enjoy it.

[@princerain39]

Yeah, first thing to go on my 3s arrmas was shocks and plastic gears, just like the suspension arms and connectors on my traxxas'.

[@ldm125]

Saying again for visibility. The ARRMA is on low punch. The lag is by design, and easy to disable.

[@Macgyver46]

I know someone who drives 80% of the time with 100% throttle position. They can't figure out full throttle and solid objects means broken cars.

[@jonmayer]

So you know my kids 😆

[@Macgyver46]

@@jonmayer my wife. 😆

[@LongLiveVonOTF-dr8cf]

This is the exact review that I was looking for especially that it was so in-depth absolute 10 stars all the way with this review but there's one issue instead of making it easier for me to decide on which one to buy I am now even more confused and indecisive as to which one I want to get FML😅😅😅

[@keithmcsorley5271]

I still like the Traxxas rustler