HUBSAN X4 H501s GPS QuadCopter Drone Review - Part 2 - [Flight Test, BEE ATTACK!, Pros & Cons]

[@alb.dersame]

I bought one of these about 2 month's ago. Even when the screen gets fuzzy, that doesn't show up on the sd card. I've gotten mine out a half a mile so far, still get a crisp clear video. Well worth the $165 that I paid for it. I noticed that you didn't try the circle me mode though. Other than that .. Nice review. There are several other tricks to get a better gps signal. And settings on the tx. I haven't tried it yet. But I love this quad. For the price, it makes me smile every time I fly it. The slots on the tx are for the factory software updates. I wish they would implement it for the sd card's too though. Great job ..

[@fiatunonewsletter6782]

How many times did your drone crash? There's a lot of sloppy work in the controller! The H501SS with the H901A transmitter is a mess! They modified the controller... all dry joints soldering... even burning the controller/transmitter board! The plastic mold to the micro switch activating camera record, put the drone in circle fly... not indicated in any of the updated manuals!!!!! After my 4th flight I ripped the controller apart! The clack clack noises inside the transmitter was all loose unglued antennas! Oh, may I mention... these guy's showing you all these nice flight videos get these drones sponsored for free to make them look nice! Sorry Dustin.

[@Latexbee]

I never comment on youtube, but I damn near bust a gut laughing at the bees. I am an exterminator and beekeeper. What your looking at here can only happen in very specific areas at specific times of the year. Your looking at male honeybees trying to mate with the quad. They are mistaking it for a virgin queen bee. Just a bizarre mistake for the bees! It must bee the tone of the props and the colour of the quad. Now here is the really funny part. Male honeybees are called drones! Drones are trying to f*ck your drone! Rothflmao!

[@Aluminata]

That is about as ironic as it gets!

[@Dudika10120]

never commented on youtube also, but this comment is hilarious haha

[@jeffisded1222]

😂

[@TheGamingCaveYT]

ah ah ah😁

[@xboxice2005]

LOL LOL AHHHH BEST COMMENT EVER :)

[@DustinDunnill]

Hey all! Hope your enjoying the review. Gearbest whom provided this drone for review notified me they are having a "Big Summer Promotion Sale" which is ending this week. Please check it out and don't miss the deals here: goo.gl/U5nL8x

[@ramank8686]

plzz giveaway

[@captaingreed3478]

Dustin Dunnill Hello sir could you notify me when will they have a sale or coupon? I want to buy a black h501s Standard. :)

[@mediamaker2000]

Just got my Hubsan h501s in from China. Can't wait to try it when I get a chance! TY for the review. You were the driving (flying) force behind my decision to buy it. As always, I give you "props" (thumbs up)!

[@DustinDunnill]

+mediamaker2000 👍 have fun! :)

[@davelittrell9551]

How long did you wait for yours? Thanks

[@boboehrle3573]

How long does it take to receive the 501s from China ??. I live on the east coast

[@mediamaker2000]

From Gearbest it took about a month but there was confusion with the order and they had to change the quadcopter to one with an American style charge wall plug so it took about a month. On a later order I saw that they had two types of free shipping. One that was 7-25 days and one that was 10 days or less. That order came much quicker.

[@davidrivero7943]

3 yrs running, never an issue .Flyes smooth & stable, fun w/o GPS & still a top runner in the non foldable, brushless camera bird in its price range.

[@andybenfield79]

Just watched this video and I throughly enjoyed it. I have the same drone ,but I haven’t flown it yet. This video has boosted my confidence up somewhat. I’ve just subscribed and would like to say thank you. 👌

[@pmh1nic]

Excellent review. I just go one of these and for a novice flyer gps is very forgiving. The controller came set-up for a LiPo and a LiPo battery for the controller was included.

[@Sycoholic]

I was thinking I needed to drop $500 to get a drone with any features that was worth a damn. I was never going to spend that much, but queue late night youtube boredom and finding reviews like this. I will be getting one of these now and am very excited!

[@grahamsguitar]

hey how is it?

[@Shreddster]

that drone video quality is low :( is it a low fps I have trying to research the fps on this camera and cant find a review showing a full grade of the video quality

[@globeforever9777]

I just bought this exact model (used), my first ever drone I haven't managed to get it of the ground yet but this video makes it look like I made the right choice. There are a couple of things that concern me, 1. The battery is tight in the drone body and the only way to remove it for charging is to pull on the wiring. 2. The charging plug on the batteries are very difficult to unplug from the charger again pulling on the wires. 3. There is no switch on the drone to cut the power, you have to unplug the battery connecter.

[@DustinDunnill]

Put some tape on battery as a pull tab. Always try to hold connectors when unplugging 🍻

[@globeforever9777]

@@DustinDunnill Thanks for the tape tip. The biggest problem is the charger connection, both drone and controller batteries plugs are tight fitting and almost flush with the charger with nothing to get hold of except the wires and they are very tight. Is it possible that improvements have been made on newer models as for example I think your model shows disposable AA batteries in the controller?

[@DustinDunnill]

Try some candle wax in the plastic parts of connectors that make contact. Make sure you don't get it on the outside portions you grip though. Occasionally some are just worse than others 🍻

[@mediamaker2000]

You do very detailed videos and it's much appreciated. I did order one of these to upgrade from a Dromida Vista that has a control board issue and drops out of the sky but Dromida is sending me a new control board for it but they will will be night and day from one another. They're all fun though in there own way. Thanks for your great explanations. I give you "props" for your great video!

[@DustinDunnill]

+mediamaker2000 Thanks for the kind words

[@MrTUBER408]

You can go into the settings in the menu and turn off altitude hold. The H501S will really zip around then. It flies like it is in sport mode. When you crack open the controller, install both external 2.4 and 5.8 rubber ducky antennas. The 5.8 is a dipole transmit antenna so a CP antenna wouldn't work on the receiver. You could remount the bow tie antenna on the outside of the controller or re-position it closer to the top of the controller with hot glue. Getting it just a bit further from the screen will make a noticeable increase in video range.The Lipo mod will increase controller time and it may boost range a bit. A YIZHAN Tarantula X6 battery will fit. You will need a female JST connector. You will have to bust out the AA battery tray divider. Do it with the back off of the controller using pliers. Good MODDING!

[@DustinDunnill]

+Don Fish Jr. (The Flying Fish) Thanks Don. Was planning on a dipole or panel for the 5.8 on tx. I believe a panel will accept a dipole transmission well just not a CP correct? I love modding! Need to do more of it 😂

[@MrTUBER408]

You are absolutely correct. Aomway makes a 5.8 patch which is supposed to work with CP transmission. It is possible to do, but Aomway's design is crappy it works really poorly. They use 4 square patches,phased with different size and length wire connecting them together, supposed to delay received signals a bit to interface with circular polarization signal. The linearly polarized patch has 2 square patches cut to a pacific size connected together with equal size and equal length wires. Some patch antennas are 2.4 and 5.8 duel frequency.

[@The1Fist]

I had a similar incident with the bees. It must be the pitch of the sound. One problem is my goggle receiver outflies the stock control.

[@michaelmarkey6059]

you don't worry about vortex ring state? I was always told you never decent at a high rate.did'nt seem to bother the hubsan though.

[@DustinDunnill]

Not really. Kind of think about it more on larger heavier flyers but I always seem to be able to overcome it with more throttle. There is usually a breeze here with I think prevents it from happening most of the time.

[@NumberOneChina]

I didn't have the volume up, did u mention the batteries you had in the controller. Just the AA or LiPo

[@jaredhouser9418]

I wonder if the hero session 4 could be mounted to underside via the mount and the tape?

[@seamowse]

How to reset or restart 501s standard trans?I just get the hubsan logo changing color on the screen. No system initialize or bind to plane. Thanks Mike

[@raymondboots6089]

Aloha Dustin, I don't know if it makes a significant difference, but in the manual, the second calibration supposed to be turned counter clockwise. Just thought I'd let you know just in case you didn't. Out of all the videos that I have watched on Quads +, yours are the best! Seems that you have a great life. Continue on what you do best. God continue to bless you and all of your family! Mahalo!

[@jonj.j.williamsonphotograp175]

Dustin this UAV does have an option for you to record the screen on the controller and take pictures too. I purchased one yesterday and have the SD card that slots into the device. You just take the SD card out, pop it into a USB connector, attach that to your PC and download., or do you have the earlier model?

[@DustinDunnill]

+Jay Dee Sounds like they updated. That's really great. This version did not record the screen. Must have been the older version

[@eugenenault4935]

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[@Marc-Vickers]

Just received my husband 501s-s. Flew in light wind. Mostly flies well except when I get around 100ft high. It starts yawing real quick like it will flip. Especially happens when I try to ascend. I hit rth and it stops the problem and comes home. Any ideas?

[@samueletirinato9443]

Hello , I have a hubsan H501s and after an accident , I replaced a right front engine + esc . upgraded to 1.1.17-1.2.9 but now the left front LED changes color from white to yellow after a few minutes of flight . Battery change back to white, but after back yellow !!! because? thanks very

[@SRowe1999]

I have both of them... The standard one keeps trying to get away from me sometimes. I really enjoy them both... Nice video

[@elvis1259]

Can I buy only the hubsan h501s without a transmitter, have lost two hubsan h501s one in the water and one that is scratched would want to buy without a transmitter.

[@daviddorris6859]

i have three choices of drones parrot bebop 1 hubsan h501s advanced and standard I need help on which one I should get

[@jakazoid]

Just got one of these second hand. This video saved me from reading the manual. Thanks!

[@captaingreed3478]

Since you both have black and white. Which is better white or black?

[@Renzonr50]

Great review! I've got one myself :) I was wondering whether you can answer the following question for me: I noticed the battery indicator of the quadcopter itself declines rapidly and doesn't seem to be really accurate. At what voltage should I put the quadcopter down? Thanks in advance!

[@DustinDunnill]

+Renzonr50 Thanks. Yes, the meter for quad batter is not the best. It has 2 low battery failsafes. First slow decent at around 6.8v but you can still fly and throttle up if needed. Second around 6.5v where it will slowly go into forced landing and you cannot throttle up but can still fly normally.

[@andersonsilvadefreitasande8691]

Não estou conseguindo ativar o redles. No chão ele apresenta ligado no controle. Mas no não estou conseguindo. Como faço?

[@matthewward2303]

Hi I have the Hubsan H510S X4 I was very happy with my product until I dropped my transmitter and broke it I have since got a new transmitter but it won't start up saying areocraft has no gps it doesn't do compass one or two I have tried leaving outside in open area for a long time and have spun it round and round till the battery went dead. transmitter showing full gps signal but nothing for quad please could u help me with this problem. Many thanks

[@JamesKing2understandinglife]

Thanks for the great review. I loved how you took it out 200 yards and shut off the controller. The bees were very surprising.

[@martwood4770]

Fantastic review, I just bought mine today; can’t wait for this wind to go so I can go play. Cheers

[@ibrich42222]

I purchased an H501s just last night and I hope I have the success you did in this video. I don't think you mention the price point of the quad which seems like a good ratio to the features it has, even if they don't work perfectly. You may have flown into a swarm of bees and they started to follow the H501s rather the queen??? Interest event.

[@JeremyDoc-tv7gj]

you can take a pic when you are recording and it you push and hold the record button it will do circle me

[@compositionsforever2466]

I now avoid a particular open space due to super swarm of bees who end up wanting to be chopped up as i try to fly away from them and cause me a huge sticky clean up.

[@angelacervera9708]

Can you answer a question I've been flying in gps off but seem to get out of hand and I have to flip gps back on so no fly away what can be the problem and thanks for any help you can give me

[@pordoyhiligsoroy]

how many meters its maximum distance in that stock setup? the bee thing is quite amusing... poor bees though

[@grahamsguitar]

Hey, I need help. My Imu calibration doesn't work. Please, help its hard to fly

[@KristianSpurling]

I have flown my one so many times. So quick to setup and grab some video - great to grab those sunsets and sunrises when you just want to screw on some props and send it up. I need to do maintenance because of some jello now after a lot of abuse. Have given it some bad times. If you like sport flying in altitude hold - if it drops out of the sky randomly, you usually think back to performing the disarm by accident. Gotta feel for those bees though.

[@DeneF]

Call me think please but how did you get the video from flight to upload to KZbin if it does not actually record to that SD card slot? Thanks. Great review. Many thanks.

[@magnuslilleengen]

had a hard landing today. Aftermath; the B-motor on the 'back' did not work. Also there was a highpitched peeping sound coming out of it. I tried opening and checking. Also changed the propell. As I was testing it I somehow pressed the wrong stuff and the whole damn shit took of. It landed pretty hard on the head, and I finaly managed to turn of the motors. One propell gone. BUT then I notised that the former disfunk motor was up and running again. WTH just happend? Should probably buy some backup-stuff I recon. Anyone got any tips for maintaining and repairing this drone? I fear that this will happen again. Thanx for great vid😊

[@billsomrak]

Bee attack was awesome. I have had many "encounters" with bees/wasps. I may have lost a few battles, but I definitely won the war! Uhhh ... 2 football fields is 600 FEET, not 600 Yards as you said. The FPV video drops out before you reach the range of the quad. I don't know why they don't have jacks on the top of the TX so you can screw on a couple of "real" antennas to optimize range, although it doesn't look like you can do any upgrade to the quad's antenna systems. Pretty impressive flight time even if you can't go very far. Not sure where this fits in at $270 USD. Given the lowering prices of most regular GPS quads that just have GPS and no other bells & whistles (like follow me), its probably reasonably priced for someone looking for a quad with its characteristics. I think this is the 3rd review I've seen of this quad now, but probably the most exciting with the "bee adventure". Hope that "PETA" doesn't watch ... or maybe that would be "PET-BEE" .. ha ha. Cheers!

[@DustinDunnill]

+Bill Somrak Thanks bill. There's so much going on when us reviewers are flight testing while trying to keep the commentary going sometimes we miss speak. I'm no different and usually my edits are due to wonky speech while trying to concentrate on flying or weird grunts I subconsciously make...lol. Modding antennas and seeing how it does with 2 lipos parallel as soon as they come in. May be a good quite little long range FPV quad once mods are done. Poor bees...I felt soo bad but there was nothing I could do to avoid them.

[@lolacassan1662]

Is it difficult to learn to pilot a drone when we are beginner ?

[@tazzandrajcomedy763]

My hubsan x4 air h501s brushless drone can take picture while recording

[@rudydd5131]

well done my friend..perfect review loved it.. well there is some videos that they're talking about some firmware issues with this copter was wondering what firmware yours had and if you updated and if not whats your suggestion about these issues? thank you

[@DustinDunnill]

I did not touch firmware. Just did review how it came out of the box. What kind of issues have you seen?

[@freddyp4641]

Can anyone explain why after both calibrations, the radio command indicates my drone is at a distance of 26m or 324 or whatever and a speed of several meters a second whereas it is just nearby and motionless? The trim on bottom right is not on zero but below zero. Thanks for your help!

[@RICKHALBUR]

Hi Dustin Can you tell me what equipment do you need to make a drone video review with sound yours are always very nice and I would like to know what you use if you don't mine.

[@totoroboy4643]

I am looking for an affordable camera quadcopter with clear fpv. I have never flown drones before. Would you recommend this one?

[@roeypalmspaghetti1072]

you should do a review on the h502s the mini bee killer

[@DustinDunnill]

I have it in. Just need to review :) soon.

[@kraziehorse]

Will the batteries be ruined if you completely drain them?

[@washedout8055]

So you can't re or what so ever? why is there a button for photos and record on the transmitter

[@MikeP]

My FPV video cuts out at 28 meters distance. Is there a way of fixing that?

[@mrbellsogbari7714]

is the h501s good enough to be used for productions like covering weddings and other events?

[@ctnjackson]

Good evening I'm Jeff and just pre viewed your video on this drone which I have just purchased. I love the things that it does omg. The bee's where a added attraction. Of course being in a city with windy conditions very cold temps I can't try this out till the spring. I do notice that unlike other drones it does not have landing legs or prop guards on it? Is that normal for this brand? Any way I booked marked your video and gave you a thumbs up. Very educational. I'll keep you posted come spring on maiden flight. I especially love the gps that it has, my drone which I still have does not have that function, only the altitude hold button. Thanks again for sharing.

[@DustinDunnill]

Hi Jeff. The landing gear are built low profile into body under motors to keep it compact propvguards come with some Hubsan models. If not, they are very cheap at a few dollars on the linked website. Good luck with your maiden flight! Practice in a large open area away from people 👍

[@dmuegge]

Can this QuadCopter do rolls & loops? Hope this isn't a stupid question, but I don't know.

[@DustinDunnill]

+Darrell #81n I've heard you can put it in a type of Acro mode to do those but I have not tried it.

[@davidastuto2719]

fairly new to quads I have a Propel X15 + WiFi which I'm pretty good at flying. but I would have liked one with GPS in it. would you recommend this quad or a different one

[@birdman316]

dustin...i watched both videos on this bird that you made.. did you have to download/install any firmware updates or was this bird flown in origional form? im considering a gps bird and i keep coming back to this one in the various videos here on youtube.. i want to make sure i do everything correctly should i decide on this one...i sure dont want any flyaways lol.. thanks and happy flying!

[@ageranger1541]

Another excellent video, this is my main drone channel to watch, thanks for the upload.

[@diegodamo813]

Do you have to calibrate compass 1 and 2 EACH TIME prior to fly ?

[@mike216ism]

Where does the micro SD card go that records video. Thanks for the video. Have one ordered after watching. Looks more fun to fly than the Phantom with the options I prefer

[@SkydiveDriver]

Nice review. Do you know if there is a way to attach a gimbal to it. It seem to do a nice job. And it's a bee killer. Thanks for the video.

[@DustinDunnill]

Thanks. There is a 3d printed Gopro tilt attachment out for sale but not sure on a gimbal. It would have to be very small/light and custom fitted since there are no screw holes on bottom to mount one up. Maybe i'll "stick" a gimbal on the bottom just to see what happens :)

[@VeritasSuperarachnid]

It's been just over 18 months since you posted this video. Do you still have this drone? Is it still flying? Have any problems over the past 18 months?

[@DustinDunnill]

+VeritasSuperarachnid Still perfect. Brushless will last a long time

[@vBDKv]

Oh quick question, did you use eneloops in the transmitter?

[@DustinDunnill]

+vBDKv Yes

[@kenmcnaughton5882]

Hey Dustin. could you please tell me if telemetry from the Tx screen, will transfer to FPV goggles plugged into the AV port on the side of the Tx

[@DustinDunnill]

+Ken McNaughton As of this review date telemetry does not show in goggles. They may have updated since this though 👍

[@travisdotson1880]

I was reading some of the commentary during the opening commentary and when you took off I was surprised at how much it sounds like a swarm of bees. It has a different sound from any other quad I have heard. Very interesting and I wonder if the sound set them into protect mode...

[@travisdotson1880]

I should have listened to the entire video before I left the comment ;)

[@DustinDunnill]

+Travis Dotson They probably think it's a giant wasp and the sound sets them off to attack it.

[@rolandhernandez746]

do you think this one is better then the 501s advanced????

[@glend.spicer8204]

Super review and video. I have a JXD 509w. I sit possible to put 2 batteries on it and what is the largest battery that can be used with it. I really enjoy you channel, I check it everyday. Thanks

[@DustinDunnill]

+Glen D. Spicer Thanks. Your questions will be answered when the second lipo arrived and I test with both parallel.

[@glend.spicer8204]

OK, I will watch for it. Thanks

[@43dukedog]

Sorry I guess you do, Would like to see a gimble with a mobius or runcam though and how to set it up. I have a Runcam attached to the belly with foam and a rubber band and it works great , almost no jello at 1080p 60 fps but a gimble install would be awesome. I also attatched syma x8c legs with zipties to the arms to get it off the ground. The pins on the legs fit perfect into screw holes on the bottom of the arms. Flies great and still gets around 16 minutes of flight time.

[@DustinDunnill]

Great mods Chris! I'll be doing mine soon.

[@ismaelpizarro961]

looking in to buying a drone, i like this one for its price..also the park you at looks very nice what city and town is that if you dont mind me asking??

[@Edgewalker001]

The microSD slot on the Tx is there to format your cards, apparently. Not sure I trust it to do a better job than the official formatter app on my PC or the Linux equivalent on my laptop but whatever... XD

[@DustinDunnill]

+Edgewalker001 lol.. someone said the newer models can record the FPV.. maybe just a rumor though.

[@halfdeadkc6030]

good video.. it's a nice quad i think the camera points a little to far down though.

[@DustinDunnill]

+David Smith Thanks. I think they tilt it down slightly so you can be in view better for the follow me function.

[@DadLifeLessons]

Super fun quad man , mine does the same in the follow me. Have you updated firmware ? I have not due to I've read that's what causes issues. Would love to know what your thoughts on the firmwares. Great video as always Dustin

[@DustinDunnill]

+SETXQuadcopters Thanks. I have heard the bad experiences with firmware upgrades also and don't plan on it yet.

[@DadLifeLessons]

+Dustin Dunnill same here , it flies great so no need to yet.

[@mcqueenm1226]

I was hesitant on upgrading mine for same reasons but i wanted more altitude and i wanted to keep the lights on continuously and i feel like it works even better not to mention the range is greatly increased the upgrade fw was easier than i thought no problems my opinion i think its just random defective quads but if you dont care for any of that than dont its still great copter without update

[@rudycorona6964]

Hi Dustin thanks for all your drone videos i know its been awhile since you demoed this one, Im finally interested in buying this model but i need your expert opinion as of 11-12-2018 there are a few new models i believe and also the newer controller. Im nore or less a beginner Im not to bad giving i never flew any with GPS or altitude hold and really only the small wipe its i see the price range from 119 to 268 what is the latest and best controller in your opinion your help is greatly appreciated . Thank you

[@DustinDunnill]

It really depends. Hubsan now has pretty good longer range WiFi with an app like DJI called X-hubsan. So now they have analog fpv and wifi fpv. See which one you like better and go from there 👍

[@rudycorona6964]

@@DustinDunnill sorry i should have been more specific what i ment is do you think the Hubson h501 with the first controller or the newer controller is better ( dumb question maybe) and is it just the controller that is the advance item or is tbe drone also have updated features and way it was given the exrta "S" at the end. H501s or the H501ss or am i missing something thank you for your advise hope im not making an obvious decision into a difficult one

[@DustinDunnill]

The advanced controller is better but with a smaller screen. Kind of a trade off but you can always use any 5.8ghz RX & display or goggles if you want to at least by just tuning into the channel 👍

[@dacahhh8490]

when u fly, do u look at the screen on the controller, or the drone in air?

[@G14tube]

Hi- do you think this quad can handle higher C batteries ? What C rating would you go with?

[@Michaelfromfremont]

Very cool‼️ We just ordered this and can’t wait for it to arrive. The video quality seems very good? Are there aftermarket batteries for this? And are there any other accessories for this model? Looks like great fun! Thanks for the video!

[@mike216ism]

My 501s won't take off. Have any ideas why. I did receive a cracked screen on my remote that I'm waiting to be resolved. Is there a way to calibrate the barometer? Any help would be appreciated

[@CowneloAlvaroid]

Mb try checking the props are properly installed, A with A, B with B.

[@mike216ism]

DonD512 I screwed up. I calibrated the sticks for mode 1 when I use mode 2. Rookie mistake. Thanks for the help

[@robmulder6919]

Very nice video! I was wondering, would you recommend this drone as a starter drone, or is there perhaps a better alternative out there? Never had a drone before, so I'm curious to know what the best option is for a starter. Thanks!

[@DustinDunnill]

If you have never flown a drone, you may want to get a cheaper toy type you can lean on and crash like a syma x5 or similar. Once you master flight love up to one like this 👍

[@ws8948]

How long can the RC transmitter last on AA batteries ?

[@ipankrcquad3788]

mine kinda drifting backward, any idea how to fix it sir?? i have no idea anyway

[@davidringler7131]

DUSTIN,I DID NOT HEAR BACK FROM YOU ABOUT THE XK X251?It seems to be very tough from your 2 crashes which seemd pretty hard and no damage! When are you going to review wltoys q333 quadcopter? dji inspire mini clone, are you going to review one?

[@DustinDunnill]

+david ringler Hey David. I'm sorry, it is hard for me to keep up with all comments for all of my videos. The X251 is tuff. A weak point seems to be where the black motor pod attaches to the arm. I bent one in a hard arm crash since and my friend broke one. They were very hard crashes though. I will review the Q333 if I can get my hands on one :)

[@ashbear1029]

+Dustin Dunnill the small tabs holding the legs in place on the x251 are extremely fragile though! Crashed the drone onto grass from a height of merely 1-1.5m, however that was enough for one of them to break right off.

[@SkunkWorks2001]

Dustin - great review of the X4 H501s. I'm considering buying one & I have a question. Do you need to calibrate the compass/GPS before every flight? Thanks...Dan

[@DustinDunnill]

+Dan Theman Yes, every bootup needs the calibration

[@MERCKXWOOD]

Excellent review. Have you ever considered a career on the radio, you have the voice ?

[@stevenhubbard2974]

I know there is no gimble but can the camera be tilted up any at all?

[@eval_is_evil]

no,thats a big "no no" in my book.It is really a shame because it would make much better videos with even a simple 1 or 2 axis gimbal in the front (servo)

[@Brickkzz]

no point of gimble for a camera of that quality

[@itsik30]

Nice Video, when will you plan upload the 2 battery Video?

[@DustinDunnill]

When the lip comes in. Hasn't arrived yet.

[@itsik30]

Thanks, by the way what firmware you using?

[@paulpayne6710]

Great review. Do you know where can you buy blades for this in the US so you don't have to wait a month to get them?

[@DustinDunnill]

+Paul Payne Thanks. Maybe try an eBay US seller.

[@paulmichaelmark]

Amazon

[@andreshaayen]

Yo Dustin, I commented on the other video, the Advanced version. Which one would you recommend on buying? Or any other Drone recommendation below 300 bucks?

[@ths4168]

have you tried this in FOLLOW mode while jogging or running ?

[@Aluminata]

I note that is also has a gopro gimble ( $44 aud)available which clips on with 0 fuss. Damn nice!

[@DustinDunnill]

I've seen that gimbal but keep in mind it is a neutral non powered gimbal so wind will effect it's position and there is no way to remotely tilt it.

[@Aluminata]

Yeah, right. No spare channels to control it... Still, a very good value machine - and that watch is great too.

[@NWguy83]

FYI they sell a sun shade for this transmitter

[@Quixpeed]

as always, fruitful and genuine... i wanna ask if any mods your're planning for this quad, like a gimbal

[@DustinDunnill]

+Quixpeed Thanks. Yes, I'm doing range, battery and will try some gimbals :)

[@dtvking]

Great flight test Dustin. Cant wait for the range and battery mod video. I was looking to get the X4 pro but with this little camera built in and the follow-me function and a lower price i may go for this one first, it does all i need it to do. Many thanks

[@DustinDunnill]

+Mark Andrews Thanks Mark. It is a solid all in one package...just some miner cons.

[@jarka1361]

AWESOME Video!!!! I have the same and I LOVE IT!! Altitude hold is kinda to fast for me,plus I like on gps hold where you can release the controls and it just hovers for you! I haven't really tested the distance yet other then straight up to about 150 meters,by then I can't even see it.so, why would they make it transmit so far when you can't even see it past a certain point? I am thinking about getting goggles for it but not sure what kind. And suggestions? Anyways, love all your videos!! Keep them coming!

[@DustinDunnill]

Thank you. You can tune into the vrx frequency on the quad with a 32 channel video receiver. So look for goggles with 32ch capability and they'll work with other quads too. Or if you can find the correct cable, plug into the transmitter video out on left side. I have yet to find the perfect cable.

[@09smartin1]

what's the best camara drone you have come across for under $300? with distance and battery life

[@bigjai]

09smartin1 this one

[@itsallbull8847]

Great review Your videos are so informative Just getting into flying drones, have been flying my sons $75 dollar drone, now I,m hooked ,looking to spend about $300 on a drone for myself. thinking of getting the Hubsan H501s has all the features i'm looking for. Is there another drone that you would recomend, that is equal if not better than the Hubsan.

[@DustinDunnill]

+Robin Girouard It's hard to beat the features here for the price.

[@thecrasian6426]

Marking your RTH point is a good idea. You're the first that did that. Thank you.

[@johngraboski]

Hellooo, I'm brand new to drones. A friend of mine has two, dji 4 pro and Bebop2. He shoots vids of different stuff which is sorta cool. I thought I'd have shooting vids of mt. bikers doing downhill and maybe racing it with other drones. For the money it appears to be the best. Which kit version (are there options?) do you suggest? Many thanks! Great vid! Keep up the good work!

[@adinwalls]

VIDEO IDEA: hey Dustin, I'm scouring the web for a good mod for h504ss (the new model) to do WiFi like the h501a. I saw one video done and he got it working but there was no explanation. Pretty sure a video by you with that mod would do very well. :-)

[@adinwalls]

Sorry by WiFi I mean to get it talking to your phone to use the app for waypoints etc.

[@charlesmilbourn6861]

Just curious. Can this drone work with fpv goggles? Thanks

[@timfechter9446]

great review! I have a question. What prop balancer can you use for this quadcopter?

[@mountainbiker4450]

Great video and very thorough. I didn't realize the challenges with full pitch forward and altitude control until I viewed this. Now to my question... I'm debating between the H502S and H501S (standard TX), I understand a key difference is the brushed motors/longer flight time, but have you had any issues with reported inexplicable flyaways with either model? Also, is the port on the right side for the SD card to record the FPV screen actually operational? Some other videos have reported it does not actually function.