DJI Avata with 3 and 4 blade Props for EXTRA POWER!!! Master Airscrew

[@BajaRacingRC]

I went from 13 minutes of slow bando flying to 17 minutes with the 4 blade MAS!! And even the noise pitch of the MAS are far less annoying. Totally worth it.

[@steelrainfpv3383]

More blades are always going to be higher pitched, louder, and usually more inefficient due to their weight and rotating mass. The tradeoff of going to less blades is usually a quieter, lower pitched sound with more efficiency, but the tradeoff is less precise handling, especially more noticeable in larger diameter propellers.

[@synapticstudio]

I just flew the three blade props this past weekend, I noticed it had crazy amounts of prop wash if I descended into its own "dirty" air. It didn't just have jello. It was like flying through jello. I think there's just way too much surface area on them for the motors and pid loop to keep up with. They ARE fast and fun, but I wouldn't depend on them for reliable footage. I love their sound too. I had to remove my 3d printed bumper to use them because their tolerances are so tight.

[@DerreckSequeira]

I agree, just tried them out today (3 blade). I think worth getting if you just plan on having fun with them, not a replacement for original 5 blade

[@jeffdempsey2446]

Great video, Steve! One thing I was curious about was the ability to get to the idiotic placement of the USC-C with the different props installed. How did that go, especially with the 3 blade ones.

[@maddmavic]

He pulled out the Dewalt home building driver for the tiny screws lmao 😂

[@Jayjoeinsanity]

Buy them! Buy them!!!!! I run the three blade, and they are worth every penny. They do break much easier then the original 5 blade.

[@edgararcega3046]

Im no drone expert. As a matter of fact il be receiving my first ever drone in a week, the avata. With that said i am experienced with home ceiling fans. I have changed many 5 blade ceiling fans all the way up to the 50's inch lenght. I also install 3 blade fans with significantly shorter but wider blades. Guess what? The smaller 3 blade fans always put out significantly more air and generate a lot less noise. Looking forward to flying this avata drone

[@BrakeRLYouTube]

The 3.5 mod for the Avata eliminates the Tumble problem completely 😊 Great video as always!

[@synapticstudio]

Do you have some info about that mod?

[@BrakeRLYouTube]

@@synapticstudio as in? What do you want to know exactly? I’ve modded mine recently

[@ChrisParayno]

awesome, thats some heavy modding

[@ridestolenbmx100]

@@synapticstudioit makes the drone compatible with 3.5” props rather than 2.9” stock. It’s very involved, you take the whole drone apart to do it, along with soldering the motor, and if you do motors at the same time (highly recommended, borderline required for the buffer props. It adds a lot of carbon fiber, and makes the drone much much stronger, less likely to break during a crash. Don’t quote me, but I believe it’s lighter too. The mod is 60 dollars, and the motors are 80$, 20$ a piece. (axis c157, or c157-2. 3650kv, and 3750kv respectively, pick whichever kv that fits your flying style.) If you fly in manual mode, it fixes tumble, makes it both much quicker and much faster, along with much more responsive and better handling. If you only fly in Normal/Sport, you’ll get no benefit. Maybe a very slight bump in top speed, and a little better acceleration forward, and up, but not worth the price *AT* *ALL* So there’s a very long and thorough answer lol, I hope that novel helps you out, although I’m sure you’ve made the decision already, considering your comment is 5 months old 😂😂

[@Gliiitch305]

The 4 blades looked faster on my end

[@RICO-BugkillerFPV]

I love the 3 blades!! The AVATA flies great with them. 👍👍

[@madforit9661]

At least your still flying, weather here in Liverpool is rubbish. Rain ,rain and wind, Keep smiling

[@cyclonedronz7861]

I will agree it’s not a true FPV drone but it’s a cinematic FPV drone to the max and it gets great shots, low and slow

[@AmitDunsky]

Always a pleasure watching your videos, Steve. Great mix of professionalism and good sense of humor.

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

Thank you kindly

[@8888kinkin]

thank you CAPTAIN sharing , i love 3 blade , so quit and Blue colour lovely

[@davidreynolds8551]

I might have to invest in those 3 blade props for my AVATA, the extra speed is the big selling point for me. I might also buy the 4 blade props too, just to see whether it gives more stability. Good video that shows that the props can make a difference, and in particular those 3 blades definitely seem to add some speed.

[@GaryBaum]

I have also tried these props and there is not much difference, but I prefer the 3 blade props only because it is easier to access the Micro SD card slot.

[@NZVideoGuy]

Ah thanks. I was wondering about that. The stock 5 blade are a PITA trying to get a USB C cable into the port. DJI could have put it in a much better place imho.

[@DrOne-gt7fp]

Thank you sir for the video about the Master Airscrew props! The sound of the 3 blade props are a little ASMR. The original ones are freaking me out hahaha. Stay coowl !

[@AeroLUXEmedia]

did you check the motors for heat on each prop? those 3 blade look like thay have a fair pitch increase which would put more load on the motors

[@Raptor50aus]

Yeah after watching your videos I am siding with getting the Avata since it has all the GPS RTH camera control tilt etc features like my DJI FPV drone and its around the same price as the third party drones with the DJI O3 system. I will most likely fly in sport mode and sometimes manual so the Avata issue should not be a problem for me.

[@CAMTechChris]

Great video Steve! I have never been tempted to try 3rd party props for my Avata but after watching this im ordering the 4 and 3 blade props. I can definitely hear a pitch difference - the stock props seem a little louder and higher pitch and the 3 blade being the quietest and lowest pitch. Thanks for the info!!

[@hummerzdca]

Well, this is great to know. Have watched at least four of your videos on the Avata. Have the Mini 3, and Mini 4 Pro, was considering the chance of switching drones from the Mini 4 and get an Azata, but the noise would certainly be a game changer. No longer find that I have that kind of need for it. Thanks for helping with my choice. Will stick to my 3 and 4 Pro as I love the quieter and much longer battery life. Don’t have the time for those higher speed crones. Great post! Thanks!

[@dubsrcfpvandfamilyfuntimes913]

Well cool I’ll have to try out those 3 bladed props thanks for the review. Take care

[@dssm25]

Nice speed increase with the 3 bladed props and it did sound a little bit quieter in video 👍 thanks for all the great videos info products ect. It is sure nice to get trusted info. Thanks

[@Roger-O]

BLADES: 5 = Highest pitch, a little louder 4 = Pitch a little lower, a little quieter than 5 3 = Barely lower pitch, and a little quieter than 4, and Faster than 4 blades = 54 mph according to your measurements. I want the lowest pitch possible in any drone I would have. I'm sure that not all props are going to be relatively the same ratio of # blades to pitch and other factors? Are they? Question for you: Without the Props installed, is there much noise level to the motors themselves or are they very quiet due to being brushless?

[@MammothPaige]

The blue prop's sounds the best.

[@czlenson888]

My problem with the original propellers is that I've lost a propeller during flight twice. In one case, I spent two days searching for a drone in the forest when it fell from a hundred meters. I hope Master Airscrew is more durable.

[@donovanw.2943]

Thanks for this helpful info! I have the 4-blade props ready to put on my Avata. Can you recommend an electric screwdriver to remove those tiny screws?

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

Thank you & here is the electric screwdriver I used in this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/p4vQl4BoaKybpdU

[@droneflyernick]

Thanks for reviewing them, I received both the 3 and 4 bladed props today. Guess what I’m doing this weekend?

[@fatih1369]

Which is better, 3 or 4 bladed propellers?

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

I prefer 3 blades if you fly in manual mode, but for everything else 4 blades are best.

[@fatih1369]

thank you very too so much, this is a very helpfully answer :)@@CAPTAINDRONE798

[@HadesLestary-ry4qh]

The camera angle will make your drone fly faster in Manual! If you are flying around 25-30 degrees it wont get the max speed it can achieve. If you fly it in Manuel at 50-58 degrees i believe is where it max out, then you'll be able to fly it at its top speed. Maybe try different camera angles.

[@michaelp.9855]

Are there differences in the flight time of the propellers?

[@Solley2010]

Thanks captain .. I've been waiting for your review.. I've just ordered a red set of 3 bladed props from Amazon UK

[@magnusgranlund3138]

Little different review, i like that. Good insight in fpv flying.

[@tjthedogtrainer]

Great video as always! I got the 3 bladed props otw!

[@minaexperiment]

The 3-bladed props were pretty good. 10kph extra speed is great for chaseflights and the noise was a bit lower in pitch, making it easier on the ears. One of the few reasons i wont be getting an Avata is that yaw washout problem. Too bad the props did not fix that.

[@DJProVentures]

Thanks bud for the video! I agree on the 3 props.

[@jimanderson4865]

Hi Steve....great video. I only notice the pitch difference. Great flight though........👍

[@dougcooper4917]

Excellent Test Comparison Video. Thank You Steve.

[@stuartmeek763]

Loved the video.. seen these pop up on my recommended buys a lot… so 3 bladed it is for me to up my game a little 👍🏼

[@d2isr222]

Definitely the blue ones!

[@FPVMystique]

just the video I was looking for! no, really! Thanks Cap!

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

Glad I could help!

[@shadowbanned5164]

@@CAPTAINDRONE798 Helped me as well bought a couple of three bladed ones because of this video...Cheers bro from NZ

[@brand-194]

In Malaysia, I saw one Avata in a mall in November 2022... Its protective guards attracted me compared to uncomfortably exposed propeller drones. I researched similar drones but thankfully I consulted with my parent and not buying. Instead, I bought cheap beginner drone (Mine was JJRC H107)... Yeah, DJI Avata led me to practice drone and I founded you here, learning from your reviews... Cetus X or Geprc Tinygo 4k for videography? XD

[@julianmclean3869]

Well well Captain!!!; I am so glad you had a hair cut and swapped out the very early "baseball bat" for a more modern day look !!!!!; great post and definitely an eye opener regards the differences in sound levels / prop design; just goes to show how quiet the more traditional DJI Drones are from the Avatar and other similar incarnations!!

[@jasonleesuffolk]

What's the difference in flight times?

[@lynsmith1096]

Good comparison video Steve

[@dondupuis4007]

Those of us that watch all your videos, cars, trucks, planes, boats and FPV, especially FPV know your are partial to blue 😃😃😃 Master Air Screw has the color 5 blade to, I got orange ones.

[@henrytaaffe7058]

CLASS VIDEO CAPTAIN.

[@miguellimon8197]

What was that pass flying behind you at the minute 9:30? Was it a bag?

[@tressalis74]

The caveman with the log and the caption reading "My first drone". I literally spit my drink out laughing. Good stuff.

[@Cypher81]

😂 same

[@bibleredpill]

Wanted this drone. Really did but I can’t get past the noise. Was hoping that three bladed prop would help. I think the tone is better, but that is the loudest drone I’ve ever heard. Nice review.

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

Because it has a crazy weight with fast spinning motors and small props, it’s always gonna be noisy. The trick to making quiet drones all comes down to prop length and weight.

[@Bollibompa]

@@CAPTAINDRONE798 I wonder if it's an idea to install a larger, 3rd party prop guard and larger props then? Haven't seen anyone do that as of yet but it should work. By the way, when switching props like this, do you use and threadlock substance? I know Loctite is a big no-no for the Avata, but what about a nylon based one?

[@larrykaysdeliverybulldog4759]

Just love your show!

[@robertcrichton848]

Justinstall 3 blades, found when its in pause modei there is vibrate on the video to see . rechecked propps for alignment , propps are flush ,, please comfirm other please

[@karleriklund428]

Any props that give more flight time? Love the Avata, had mine for a year but tried it for the first time three days ago 😅. I was so scared to fly with the goggles but it was really easy😁

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

Flying FPV can be addictive as it just makes the flight that more exciting

[@dualmigraine086]

can you an axis avata 3.5 upgrade? really want to know your thoughts regarding their motor and propeller upgrade

[@lopesdev]

Hi thanks for another review. I dont understand, they marked the 4 bladed faster and better in acro, and the 3 bladed are the ones doing that? Are you sure? I purchased the 4 bladed pack this week hoping for more speed, now i feel cheated.

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

The video is just my personal opinion trying all 3 types of props. No scientific tests on my behalf.

[@lopesdev]

@@CAPTAINDRONE798 dont you think the lower pitch of the 3 blade sounds worse (even being a bit lower decibel) as some KZbinrs are saying? Thanks!

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

@@lopesdev Hilarious. Low pitch is what is LESS annoying to humans. High pitch is what drives humans up the wall.

[@destincasimiro6984]

I just purchased 2 sets of 3 bladed props; Red and blue. Do you think it would be okay to put two blue and two Red on the Avata???

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

Yes, no problem

[@atfpv]

It fell out of manual mode, did it crash into the ground or did it switch to normal mode and hover?

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

Both. If flying 20 feet above the ground it will crash into the ground then go into Normal mode. If flying higher, it drops, recovers then goes into Normal mode

[@nustartwellness4454]

Which #blade would you recommend for strictly in door flying? Real estate filming

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

These are not designed for indoors. On an indoor FPV drone you’d use props with the least angle of attack because you don’t want to hit the ceiling.

[@dondupuis4007]

I miss spoke, got my mini three prop and air 2 props from them, they don't have 5 blades props.

[@PietervanGinneken]

Thanks for the review! I think i'll go with the 3 bladed props as soon as they come in other colours..... My avata will have a yellow / white / black skin on it (taxi skin) so blue or red won't match.... :P (i contacted MS about the colour, and they told me 2 new colours are comming)

[@PirateDepp]

Great Video Captain....i really enjoy it.

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@HopingFor3]

Now that you've had some time with this drone. Would you recommend it over the DJI FPV drone for a new FPV pilot?

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

Yes

[@bradburgess3289]

Hello from Australia. I have seen an improved Fimi X8 with extended range and optical avoidance. Are you going to do a review on this drone. Cheers.

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

Possibly

[@cyberherbalist]

Having no interest in FPV myself, nevertheless, watching you put one of these screamers thru its paces is quite interesting. ❤ And yes, the Master Airscrew props are definitely quieter.

[@auroraborealis84]

Is there anu changes with regards of batery? Any differences with flight time when you changed props?

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

I did not notice. In order to test for that you’d have to fly the exact same route at the exact same speed. There is supposed to be a difference (more flight time) but it is very small.

[@miguelitord9297]

4 blade is not as whiney as 5 blade. I used 3 blade and I'm happy with them

[@sendit_rc]

How do i get to manual mode

[@azdronedude]

Very good review Captain thanks

[@MVMTV4Videos]

Very little difference with the sound pitch.Those blu ones i would get. Just for looks. sound pitch is little diff. blue's are a little quicker too. Well done thumbs up Captain.

[@jasonleesuffolk]

What other drones are there that's digital like a kit (drone & goggles) that's as good as dji ?

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

DJI makes GPS drones that are ready to fly out of the box and all designed for beginners. The only other companies comparable to DJI for ready to fly beginner drones would be Autel. Companies like Yuneec also make their Typhoon beginner drone. Hubsan and Fimi, EXO & Faith drones are not as good as DJI but their prices are really good for what you get. After this you drop down into entry level drones from MJX RC and Holy Stone.

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

Also it sounds like you are confusing beginner ready to fly drones with the Advanced FPV hobby. The advanced FPV hobby has 3 types of Digital. You have DJI Digital, then HD Zero Digital then Walksnail Digital. In the pro advanced FPV hobby there is no such thing as a beginner ready to fly digital kit. However there are ready to fly Analog kits that allow a pilot to practice flying for a few months before moving up to a large carbon fiber drone. BetaFPV Cetus Pro is one such kit.

[@jasonleesuffolk]

@CAPTAIN DRONE I just want something digital same flight times and a bit less noisy

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

@@jasonleesuffolk Do you have the skills and knowledge to fly in the real FPV hobby? If so, there are many FPV drones on the market with the DJI O3 system built in.

[@FlyWithMe_E1000]

Thanks for the video, but in my opinion 5 props hold hover much more stable

[@BlockHeadsCreations]

If I don't have a part 107 can I take pictures of my friends roof so he can get solar panels. Does that count as flying recreational

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

Is the drone under 250 grams?

[@BlockHeadsCreations]

@@CAPTAINDRONE798 no it's a phantom 3 advanced

[@Bodytribechip]

Most importantly, which blades make it easier to get the damn SD card out of the slot?

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

All props, 5,4 & 3 are equally frustrating at removing the SD card

[@Bodytribechip]

@@CAPTAINDRONE798 Aw. That'd be a selling point if less props = more space for fingers.

[@Sonicjr1980]

Great video, thank you! Greetings from Hungary, :)

[@peter360adventures9]

Blue one's look good.

[@peter360adventures9]

I fly the avata and I would use the blue prop's.

[@ridestolenbmx100]

Those 3 blades sound like a dying hord of bees lol.

[@gasquetmike8320]

Nov 10th 2023 I finally had a stock prop blowup on me today. Are you still happy with these after mkt props?

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

So far no issues. I just use them for the Colors

[@xxxx7777]

verry nice video thankx

[@flightriot3454]

Have you tried using the goggles 2 with the DJI FPV

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

Yes

[@flightriot3454]

@@CAPTAINDRONE798 how did it work

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

@@flightriot3454 Goggles 2 are designed to work with DJI FPV as well as Avata as well as DJI O3. I’ve only used them with DJI FPV and DJI 03.

[@flightriot3454]

@@CAPTAINDRONE798 I e be ever tried them with my DJI FPV and got rid of them with the Avata but wondering if you like them with the DJI FPV because I really love the V2 goggles.

[@RobertGlazier]

Nice. Thanks.

[@sumner407]

Great video, very informative and entertaining. I would own an Avata but for the wash out problem. I am surprised that DJI hasn’t fixed the problem yet. I think more people would buy it if they did. 🙁

[@kalikaputra]

I made a mistake and took off my goggles during landing ,forgetting to put the avata into normal mode as I usually do, and it crashed cracking one of the engine arms. Sent it to dji to get fixed and they informed me that part of the issue was the module they said and they said they changed it and cut the repair cost by half as I was at fault too. Anyways when I got my drone back? Lo and behold it was a new drone in a new package and it doesn't have that wash issue. So it looks like it's some fault they can't fix if you send your avatar in they just change to the new models that don't have the issue.

[@alsstuff]

Excellent review as usual Steve - thanks for that. I bought the MA props for my Mini 2 and loved them. Great performance, quieter and it did seem I got more airtime with them. Unfortunately the shipping for one set from the U.S. to the UK was more than the cost of the props and unless they find a UK supplier I won't be updating my Mini 3 Pro ones.

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

Yes, shipping rates are wild considering the size of the prop package (small size, little weight).

[@etric4947]

Amazon sells them also . Free shipping.

[@lsampaio10]

Nice video!

[@Manny7RM]

Nice!

[@chrisbee5481]

You should rather do the axisflying 3.5 inch upgrade. No more tumbles and more quiet too.

[@FpvMental]

A kit to do the Complete opposite of what it was intended to do. I’m sure there’s never any problems with that😂 the avata is awesome for what it’s built for, just get a freestyle drone if you want that

[@chrisbee5481]

@@FpvMental I disagree with you. People, even captain drone here in this reciew, are having this toumble problem. So it defenatly is an issue and being used for this type of flying. The problem with the avata is, that the props are too small for it's weight! So 3.5" and right sized motors are the solution. If you're happy with your stock avata thats nice to hear.

[@FpvMental]

@@chrisbee5481 the avata is made and marketed for people who have never built or flown a drone and be easy to use as humanly possible. This kit makes you rebuild and soder the whole thing lol, a product made for the complete opposite for who it was intended to be used. It makes no sense to the vast majority of avata owners. So what if it tumbles with a uncoordinated noob yaw spin, it’s not made for that lol

[@chrisbee5481]

@@FpvMental yeah, I get your point. Still the axisflying upgrade perfects the avata flaws. Actually it's just the soldering some don't have experience with. The frame swap is no different to lego, if you have two good hands. Its not like you have to choose parts from scratch and learn betaflight. Happy flying mate

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

If everyone had to personally spend money to upgrade a newly purchased DJI drone in order for it to work properly then the world would be a stranger place.

[@willrine8614]

Fun video ! 😃 The most trusted name in R.C. Equipment reviews… CAPTAIN DRONE !!!!! 😃😎👍👏👏👏

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

Thanks 👍

[@chedil08]

Nice car

[@gerardoruiz72]

As far as I can hear, the SPL is the same, the only change is the pitch.

[@CorporateGrunt]

Thank you for the very informative yet fast paced aka anti adhd information :) Liked & Subscribed

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

Welcome aboard. Without coffee in the morning I do switch into ADHD mode.

[@CorporateGrunt]

@@CAPTAINDRONE798 cant blame you, ty!

[@jesusgjchuza6491]

Very nice 😎😎

[@glitchunicorn]

it looks like they are a tad louder but lower in pitch lol

[@BassmouseWithCici]

Finally......🥳

[@ronaldmodesett8579]

different pitch sound

[@did3d523]

noise is reel problem with this avata

[@dronea.v.t4881]

ESSE DRONE é TOP demais amigo VOADOR

[@uilsonpereira4427]

Capitão drone muito top pena que aqui no Brazil ele é muito caro ficou ótimo o vídeo 👍

[@dronea.v.t4881]

Show de drone amigo VOADOR

[@kalikaputra]

I made a mistake and took off my goggles during landing ,forgetting to put the avata into normal mode as I usually do, and it crashed cracking one of the engine arms. Sent it to dji to get fixed and they informed me that part of the issue was the module they said and they said they changed it and cut the repair cost by half as I was at fault too. Anyways when I got my drone back? Lo and behold it was a new drone in a new package and it doesn't have that wash issue. So it looks like it's some fault they can't fix if you send your avatar in they just change to the new models that don't have the issue.

[@trentchesebro123]

anyone having a problem with a prop being just a hair too big and just slightly rubbing on the prop guards? the 3 blades fit but the 4 blades on ONE side no matter which prop, rubs

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

Props have tiny nibs on bottom that fit in holes. If you don’t line them up properly, then what you described happens.

[@linokino5155]

Wow🎉

[@tiwidub8809]

I will never buy the Avata (too expensive, too loud, too slow) But good video. Thanks.

[@dondupuis4007]

For the avatar that is , sorry guys