CFly Mini 2 - Cheapest Non DJI Mini Drone but BETTER?

Is the C-fly Faith Mini 2.0 Drone the best 3-axis budget drone for the price? It has some decent features that surprised us with its performance. You be the judge... C-fly Faith Mini 2 (Banggood): www.banggood.c...
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[@AlienDrones]

🔥🔥Just found that there are some some NEW replacement batteries, props, arms/motors available now for a good price too! Links in the description!🤙🤙

[@TTime685]

Not that bad.. But I think the Potensic Atom is the superior "budget" drone. It's on par with the DJI Mini 2, maybe even a bit better honestly. Especially for the price range. You can find barely used ones on the Bay for great prices

[@asdaven1]

The Potensic is only a small amount more and "$100s of dollars" better for the small amount of money between this and that. Id buy this drone if it was $150 or under. But it's not worth saving $50. I'd like to see a comparison between the Potensic Atom, the Fimi X8 and the DJI Mini 2 SE. All sub 250 grams and all about the same price. I have the Potensic Atom, it's excellent. Practically DJI quality.

[@charleshenderson3447]

Definitely better than the C-Fly but I'm sticking with my mini2se.

[@c-LAW]

DJI mini 2 is only $25 more these days. Maybe the benefit of the C-FLY is no geofencing?

[@underthedrone2735]

It's always good to see competition to DJI but this one missed the target unfortunately. I think the Mini SE, Mini 2, or one of my personal favorites, the Nano+, would be a better choice. Then again there's a price difference. I feel it's better to grow into a drone, car, motorcycle, etc. than to find it lacking in short order then be bored with it. Thanks for the review! Always good to see what other offerings are on the market.

[@m0khm0kh]

Nice one 👍 BTW, I enjoyed switching between cameras ( inside car, outside, from the trunk ) at the beginning of the video.. 😉

[@AlienDrones]

Thanks and thanks for noticing! Hadn't tried that before so appreciate the feedback!

[@TechnoViel]

@@AlienDrones This was really well done, with great continuity - did you use multiple cameras and one take, or are you that good at continuing speech after changing the camera set up?

[@AlienDrones]

@@TechnoViel Thanks! One camera and I wish it was one take, lol. Tried something new to see what it turned out like, I have some ideas to make it a bit smoother and easier next time. It was really busy that day too which made it a bit nerve racking... 🤙🤙

[@AlirezaNajafipour-zh7jv]

Hi, my C-FLY Mini2 dont pair (RC and Drone), only flash or solid blue. How can solve it?

[@giuseppepassa6280]

Hi, I'm writing to you from Italy, Sicily, could you tell me if the mini 2 battery is compatible with the mini?

[@rayker.1]

Is it worth to buy? How about the durability after a few weeks or month being used?

[@AlienDrones]

I used it for a couple of months, worked decent, didn't notice any changes... For the $ price it was ok. Wouldn't sting much if it were to crash or fly away...

[@Flea-Flicker]

Hi, you seem to have most accurate answers on laws. I am not 107 but am a TRUST pilot. I have two questions please. 1) I am buying a house, can I use my recreational status to look at the roof, upoer floors and overall property? (assume no video or picture file sharing with agents or sellers) 2) I think I heard you on another video saying something about if you register a sub 250 gm craft you THEN must comply with remote ID also. Is that totally accurate? I registrred my DJI Mini 2, figured $5 is peanuts and it can be identified in a situation, or maybe a misinformed local sheriff thinking it has to be. I think that reg # applies to all my drones that fit rec. flying. Thanks in advance

[@AlienDrones]

Hello! 1) To do any inspections type work, even on your own property, requires a part 107. The exception for "recreational" use is very, very narrow. 2) Correct, if you register the UAS for any reason regardless of the weight then remote ID is required. Since the registration for recreational use is for the pilot and not the specific UAS, only one registration number is needed and it is the same on all UAS. If you use a RID module recreationally, then that module can be moved between drones instead of needing a different one for each drone. Hope this helps.

[@Flea-Flicker]

​@@AlienDrones100% correct sir! Follow up -Asked FAA to have reg# deleted as reg. was unnecessary. All reg. drones DO require remote ID. The "three dot" options on FAA drone zone allows drone deletion w/no intervention needed.

[@shadezondabeat]

Potensic Atom is a much better drone

[@Mahebourgbeats]

The drone is really good i just bought one and the footage was good

[@AlienDrones]

Thanks for sharing!

[@ryu03xism]

mine charge up to 2hrs...

[@rsg-digital]

One of my rule of thumbs; If I cant charge the 1st battery in the time it takes to finish the 3rd battery then I don't want it. 3 Batteries will give approx. 1 hour of flying so one battery should charge in around 1 hour. This is an ideal but one I try to get along with others.

[@dustdustyvisualsddv]

Wow, this is interesting

[@rafC_O_C]

HI. does it work with the batteries and the remote control of the cfly faith mini 1?

[@AlienDrones]

I believe the batteries work but I don't think the remote does.

[@aquwarium-_]

Its aqtualy more expensive than a Dji mini 2 Se

[@AlienDrones]

Not in the US, though the Mini 2 SE is a much better performer for the difference in price.

[@giuseppepassa6280]

Hi, I'm writing to you from Italy, Sicily, could you tell me if the mini 2 battery is compatible with the mini?

[@AlienDrones]

Hello, the DJI mini 2 battery is not compatible with the C-fly mini.

[@giuseppepassa6280]

THANKS @@AlienDrones

[@gabrielsansar6187]

anyone else get scotty kilmer vibes ????

[@aquaclean]

Hi, I have a mini 2 SE and the option "please check it on the map" is lost I only ear "home point is been updated, do you know how to get this part back. Thank you

[@TechnoViel]

Thanks for the video. Seems like the Potensic Atom is the better choice. How about the comparison of Potensic Atom, DJI (2, 2SE, 3?) and maybe even Cfly? That would be really cool!

[@AlienDrones]

Those would be a good comparison for sure. Thanks for sharing!

[@scottschnatzmeyer85]

It's garbage

[@khalilkh7389]

Between this c fly faith mini 2 and potensic atom se or the New release potensic atom lt? Wich is better? Thanks

[@AlienDrones]

Potensic atom 3-axis, hands down.

[@khalilkh7389]

​@@AlienDronesdo it have signal loss video problem microphone urban area?

[@DroneSyndrome]

Nice review AD! I agree with everything you mentioned in your final commentary. It’s a nice little bird for the price. The quick shots are gimmicky except for the AI track feature which is ok. They need to swap out that horrible optical flow camera for a better one with a bigger lens and add additional sensors on the bottom like ToF/IR or ultrasonic ones, this will improve the low altitude hover after take off. The app can use a make over and they need to invest heavily in true “real-time” “customer support” otherwise it’s just a gamble.

[@AlienDrones]

Thanks for sharing. It IS a good little flyer for the price all being said, and a gamble on support might be worth it for the price. Honestly, I've needed official support from manufacturers very seldom (many different manufacturers), and when I did need help, the manufacturer (in general) was not helpful anyway 90% of the time. So the risk of missing support is _probably_ not that big of a deal in reality. 🤙

[@fransjanssen2332]

1,20 2.7k 15fps vs 4k 30fps, thats not correct... the 2.7k on the mini 1 is 25 fps 4k on the mini 1 is 15

[@AlienDrones]

No 4k on the mini 1. They say there is, but not according to the actual data file.

[@fransjanssen2332]

@@AlienDrones maybe you should use the right app, imo you are using the cfly 2 app, you should use the cfly go app?

[@GorillamansGarage]

Fimi X8 Mini is cheaper ..

[@AlienDrones]

Cheaper than $232? Wow, that's a good price.

[@EcoSpeeder]

3:37 Skipped calibration.

[@AlienDrones]

Unfortunately, after 3 calibrations in 2 different areas, no change or improvement even though the manual states calibration is unnecessary unless prompted. It's still a good little flyer for the price, just not as stable as others, but not unacceptable.

[@superiskiausias]

having same problem reconnecting usb cable twice on my mini 1

[@jakupmadsen490]

From the quality of the video and the way it sways when trying to make it hover, then I'd prefer to bring out my old DJI Spark.

[@AlienDrones]

It's not the best tool in the toolbox, but if you don't mind driving a nail with the handle of your screwdriver it is a fair value... If you really need a hammer, then you're better off buying a hammer. You can quote me on that. 😅

[@dustdustyvisualsddv]

I like your Strategy

[@MrRaymond1021]

I think it's impressive for what it is. I didn't think it would be that good, but I have to be honest, It's definitely an impressive drone. Thanks for sharing Keith. 👍👍👍

[@AlienDrones]

Thanks for sharing! It has issues, not perfect for sure, but for $239 (I got it for $219) getting a true 3 axis gimbal with 4k camera, 28-ish min battery life and a good flyer with GPS and such it doesn't suck... 😎

[@RonaldBrown59]

Seems like a solid upgrade from the Mini 1. Nice review, thanks for sharing.

[@AlienDrones]

My pleasure, thanks for watching!

[@chase1535]

Just bought this drone yesterday, from ur site, hope it comes quickly. Gr8 review, tnx.

[@AlienDrones]

Glad it was helpful!

[@charleshenderson3447]

I would have calibrated it first time flying. That may have given you a more stable first take off.

[@AlienDrones]

Indeed you would think so but I did calibrate it a couple of times days before this actual flight. Afterwards I tried 3 different times just to see if it would get better and it was fairly similar, though it did get about 50% better if there was zero wind. Thanks for sharing! 🤙

[@isidorie]

Thanks a lot! Trying to make a decision between mini and mini2 as a gift for my bf, and this one is looking like a great on-the-budget drone for beginners 🙂

[@AlienDrones]

Thanks for sharing!

[@bobbylefebvre6298]

Good afternoon really nice drone cool review always great information

[@HarryHamsterChannel]

That cable and connector look pretty flimsy. Is it easily replaceable? Looks proprietary. I have some pretty cheap drones that are more stable at take-off. Your battery charge time complaint isn't valid. It can't be avoided. Your review prompted me to pass. Maybe, hope for a firmware update. But manufacturer support sounds awful. Sorry, but even with the coupon code, it's too risky.

[@AlienDrones]

Thanks for sharing. Trying to state the facts as I see them, glad it is useful!

[@HarryHamsterChannel]

Acknowledged and appreciated. @@AlienDrones

[@jnoreman]

Kinda crappy, don't you think? c-Fly is sketchy, and Banggood is horrible if you have a problem.

[@AlienDrones]

Indeed it's a dilemma for sure. It flies decent, the video is decent, the price is good, Banggood has been okay to deal with from my experience, but I don't know if my experience is typical. Certainly not to the level of Amazon yet. If you have issues with it though the risk is that it is disposable, though I heard from others there are parts available. For a low cost beginner drone it could be okay. It beats some of the junky ones without GPS with no 3-axis gimbal that will crash within 2 minutes... So a dilemma. 🤷‍♂️

[@jnoreman]

I had a C-Fly I purchased in 2020 from that vendor. I asked for a refund due to the near impossiblity of getting a calibration, near total lack of telemetry in the app, vibration of the drone that was not dampened by the gimbal, and the app crashed EVEry time I used it. I only got it to take off three times out of 15 (no, I did know the unplug and replug trick). A true piece of crap. I got Amex to dispute and refund my entire purchase price. It looks like you get a lot of "bang" for your buck with this, but it is absolutely no "good." I'm not a huge fan of the three-letter company due to their self-imposed geo zone restrictions, but I'd take a Mini 2 SE over this any day.

[@AlienDrones]

@@jnoreman The Potensic ATOM, is a solid player here as well...

[@bobbylefebvre6298]

I.m going to pass on that one it looks nice

[@Dieisek]

Thank You. Good Information that matters.

[@AlienDrones]

Glad it was helpful, thanks for sharing!

[@c-LAW]

Honest review, thanks!

[@AlienDrones]

Thanks for sharing!

[@bobbylefebvre6298]

Can't wait for next video

[@bobbylefebvre6298]

Great footage

[@AlienDrones]

Another drone you might be interested in is one of the best ones I've seen: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aYKXYWywZaqprJY

[@TheItalianWays]

Yeah, if u want a baby drone with no lights or much sensors lol ❤️

[@TheItalianWays]

WhTs battery time on that ?

[@WheelhomeWanderer]

i have the atom, i cant fault it personally.. Everyone will tell me to get a dji one, but a mini pro 4 costs as much as my car lol

[@TheItalianWays]

@@WheelhomeWanderer how is that atom i here good things and good videos out there

[@WheelhomeWanderer]

@@TheItalianWays Its my first drone but honestly its been fine... Easy to fly, controls well, handles the wind well and provides more than adequate quality for anyone potentially starting out on social media or just to view for yourself.. Honestly the only thing that really irks me sometimes is the 30fps, but that's pretty standard... I have just been conditioned to high framerate from 165hz monitors and many 60fps videos... lol ill probably invest in a dji drone in the future, but ill most certainly get my money's worth out of the atom first...

[@TheItalianWays]

Calibrate that tried again try it again

[@AlienDrones]

3 times, same

[@TheItalianWays]

@@AlienDrones I don’t like it or the way it doesn’t hover level and I feel that’s going to fly away and never come back lol

[@TheItalianWays]

That’s exactly Wht i thought it looks really shaky and I was thinking if up there it may go cazy lol dam ur video always got you on the edge of our seats haha ❤️l I still have my alien drone. I haven’t flown it much.

[@JasonCarrara]

I'm in the market for something else I bought a holy Stone 720r nothing but problems. Crazy toilet bowl action. The first one flew off on me couldn't find it. holy Stone did send me another one. Same issues I'm sending it back I'm going to get something different it's only a matter of time before it breaks or gets lost. The whole 720 line was an epic fail apparently.

[@AlienDrones]

Indeed, struggled with the 720R. After the third replacement I threw in the towel. It's too bad because it did fly decent and the camera was ok... kzbin.info/www/bejne/f3e6dn16iNGUmrc

[@TheItalianWays]

Did remote I’d start yet ?

[@robertpatterson149]

March

[@TheItalianWays]

@@robertpatterson149Ty Robert

[@TheItalianWays]

Ty Robert I have it in the fimi and u can turn it on or off at will / free will lol

[@robertpatterson149]

@@TheItalianWays what Fimi do you have

[@TheItalianWays]

@@robertpatterson149 fimi se 8 v2 2022 got remote I’d built in shows on app can turn on or off