FIMI X8SE 2020 Edition Range Test to 0% Power - How Far Will it Go?

[@DustinDunnill]

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[@Glock_]

Hey Dustin, have you heard of the Holy Stone 720E? It`s one you haven`t reviewed and if you contact them, they will send you one to test out. Love your videos btw!!!

[@Victorkayak]

By any chance your drone get hot on the bottom when you fly it thank you

[@gimpman1357]

This was the ultimate range test. It provided a lot of useful information. Also better you try this than me. Thanks.

[@jeromerobinson7064]

I like your range test on different types of drones your content is A1 keep up the good work and keep the videos coming I'm always impressed on how you push those drones to the limit no other content creators does it like you. Well done Dustin. 👍🏾

[@MikeKinney8675]

Excellent, that is really good to know that it will not force land in RTH.. You know how all other drones try to land, that is very good.

[@Noises]

It's awesome that you actually made it out to 8.5km. That's what it says on the box so I'm impressed that it actually made it that far. Just had a big firware update for the follow modes, going to check them out finally. I've already got this drone and I'm already more than happy with it, but it was cool to see it fly out that far. Thanks for that! I'm being super conservative with mine, I don't run mine lower than 10% because I hope to be using this drone for years to come.

[@bigtom6746]

As always bad ass brother Dustin, it’s amazing how you can be so calm and cool while shooting the video & all of US are back here in KZbin land are positively freaking out when your Fimi gets below 10%. Hell I don’t even smoke and I think I need a cigarette afterwords...

[@DustinDunnill]

There is never enough money to take care of the family AND do all of our favorite hobbies. When you ASSUME ... You make an ASS out of U and ME 😂

[@davidsilovs6174]

Nice test.

[@taticaldroid9288]

Well done. Your range test which consume battery to 0% power is still unbeatable in the world.

[@mavichavoc8723]

I find your Range Test both relaxing and then terrifying at the same time. Love it.

[@ThacMan]

And, that's why we love Dustin's videos.

[@janikfriend159]

Thanks for the range test. been looking forward to this...

[@fliyingfimi7570]

If you are not the official Fomi tester, you should apply. You have taken an unbelievable risk, I was watching the video and my heart was racing. I congratulate you friend, very good job! A hug from Spain!

[@nebojsaacic5993]

You'r reviews are the most realistic drone reviews on youtube. You're the best! Greetings from Montenegro.🇲🇪

[@mrgreen8887]

Well worth the price. I'm sold ! Great job Dustin bravo 👍👍👍

[@steves7973]

Good to know this drone won't let you down if you find youself with a low battery. Maybe a sudden unplanned change of wind direction etc

[@jonitheboi605]

That was awesome RTH was pretty accurate from such a long range, the fact it will go below 0% battery life just give you that extra comfort of getting it home, brilliant 🎮👍👍

[@eternalpupil7474]

wow! i am highly impressed by this range test, so many mixed reviews on this but yours seems to be a great little flyer. great vid

[@PlatinumPlaya]

i love these range flight test, keep up the great content

[@mitchcarson6309]

This is how a RTH should work. The incoming video feed was shut of intentionally to save battery power, I’m guessing. I’m just glad others take these risks. Lol. In the end we can almost be sure that this drone will not fall out of the sky. Good job.

[@erickbooster1]

It's like watching a movie - at the beginning it feels calm and relaxed, then the drama happens and it tickles nerves, then the happy ending.👏👏👏 I hope you can reach that ocean one day.

[@ericboff7273]

Awesome range test once again. Seriously impressed on the range. Can't imagine how nerve-racking not knowing for sure if it was returning home or just hovering on the signal drop out while on its way back.

[@DarkMikaruX]

Just ordered mine today! Been eyeballing this thing for months! Great vid brotha!

[@NukularPower]

Glad to see you back at it man! Love your work!

[@Georgewrigley]

Brilliant range test Dustin. Oh I was on the edge of my seat lol. What an awesome performer the FIMI X8SE! I'm looking forward to the next test. Thanks and keep well. :)

[@williambennon9607]

The best range test as always. Interesting that the reception was so poor on the return. Perhaps range extenders will improve that. Thanks for the great video.

[@Kalibr85]

Another range test where you had my blood pressure way up! Glad you were able to bring it home.

[@TheAussiePipe]

Incredible range result Dustin! Definitely have buyers remorse now with my first version! 😂😂. Beautiful sunset as well👍. Fimi X8 still remains a heck of drone for the price. Can’t wait to see the parabolic and Yagi-Uda range extenders comparison. Online shopping reviews seem to indicate the parabolic extenders still work better than the Yagi-Uda, but it will be very interesting to see what your results show in that great testing environment you’re in👍. Thanks again for the awesome reviews. Cheers Mark.

[@rowanb7430]

I really hope manufacturers start giving you equipment to review.

[@arifanwari3168]

Lithium polymer batteries can be taken down to absolute minimum voltage of 2.9v per cell. Even though app is screaming back low voltage, they're will be some safety factor built into battery management. All down to the software parameters. The cheaper drones wouldn't have made it back because of tolerance inaccuracies. Another top demo from Dustin.

[@mikestech1197]

My brother flew 2.7km in our city and returned with this fimi. There were still 40% battery left. The camera isn't as nice as dji Mavic air 2, but it's a good drone for the price

[@farmerjimmy7453]

My fimi 2020 used to travel alot further now alot less any solution

[@yudaharibuana]

Stress relieve finally! Great vid!

[@lupadtailoilo6613]

Hello idol Dustin 🙋‍♂️I'm your number 1 fan here in Philippines 😘. Always watching your Drone review☺️. I'm not good in English but I'm trying to tell you that I really love your Drone reviews for almost 1 year watching you

[@ADHTube]

Nice! Can’t wait to see how far you get with the range extenders. Great video!

[@arifanwari3168]

Another nutcase range test, thanks for uploading bud.

[@AndrewVSmith10]

Some people watch scary movies because they like to be scared. I seem to watch these range tests because I like to be stressed…but can’t get enough. 😅 Also love seeing the scenery. Thanks Dustin! 👊🏾

[@AngryPepper1964]

Man, that was awesome. I just got as nervous as you were. Great flying though, after watching this I’ve got to get one too. I wasn’t sure but this video sealed the deal.

[@azransview]

I'm watching this before bed. And now I think I'm gonna have a nightmare of the drone force landing. Nice vid!

[@SkyStudioWest]

Waiting for DJI Mavic Mini 2 range test!

[@RoyHarper1953]

You know how to push it Dustin. Good review flight. I'm glad to see the Fimi seems to be a good drone. My experience wasn't good. Put the Fimi up one day, lost connection then seconds later the app crashed. I had to completely exit the app and restart it on my Android phone. Unfortunately reconnection was never accomplished. I was able to get GPS coordinates from the flight logs but after a diligent two hours search the drone wasn't located. Because of the app crashing I suspect the coordinates were wrong.

[@socalpimp1974]

I bought some parabolic range extenders and it really helped my video transmission and distance with my fimi 2020

[@BigAlFPV17]

That was definitely a great range test. They really improved it. Im wondering if the parabolics would of helped improve the video on its return home. Excellent test Dustin!!

[@MrSango123]

great video dustin the i watch yout first video on the 2020 drone and ive been droning for a couple of years ouely amateur and you said turn off the wi fi and bluetooth and i cant believe how quickly drone gets into action thank you again

[@dhaxside]

Nice how you got it that far, i coud barely do 3kms before loosing fpv and controller signal on my fimi2020. Great that you can push to 0%battery and not damage it being above 3.5v per cell, learned alot from your vids. Yes it is very worrying that it takes a while to regain Fpv after you loose it. Appreciate your review much tnx.

[@dhaxside]

Pls be careful and avoid goin to 0% on your battery, i felt safe goin down to 0% based on this review and my drone displayed a "Damaged battery warning and cannot be used anymore" and only at 7 cycles at that. Not blaming you but just a friendly warning to others, now when this happens you can no longer charge that particular battery and flashes 2 lights. The board inside the battery prevents it from charging again and im still looking for a fix for this. Read someone replaced the board from another battery damaged from a crash and it worked.

[@DustinDunnill]

@dhaxside how low did you drop your voltage? Did you fly at 0% for a long time? I haven't had this issue at all with first and second gen X8SE even when flying for a bit at 0%.

[@dhaxside]

Just a sec, i was just flying it around the lot then noticed it tried to land and i had to throttle up twice so it didnt then shortly a message appeared on screen saying Battery damage and land asap. You can search the Fimi groups and see similar instances happened to others. Mostly because of flying to 0% battery or close to it.

[@dhaxside]

When I checked it was just at 3.38v on cell 1 which was the lowest one as i remembered

[@DustinDunnill]

Could be just a slightly defective battery. I've had one of my Mavic Air 2 batteries develope a bad cell after only a few flights.

[@jetmartin9501]

Wow...another EPIC range test. 5miles (8km)! Isn't that what is spec'd at?

[@DustinDunnill]

Yep 🍻

[@jetmartin9501]

@@DustinDunnill Good to hear that it lives up to its specs albeit in pretty much ideal conditions.

[@irishmanericlive7549]

Great video again man!! Do you think the antenna orientation should be upwards? Most reviewers seem to use it like that but when going through the manual they always show fully extended straight out... So it confused me a little Haven't tested that aspect yet myself

[@DustinDunnill]

Depends on how you are holding controller. Regardless, you always want the flat side towards the drone 🍻

[@irishmanericlive7549]

@@DustinDunnill cheers man!! I'm saving my next flight for when my lenses arrive, should be tomorrow can't wait to test them in flog

[@irishmanericlive7549]

@@DustinDunnill and thanks again dude , everyone gets so much from your videos I've gone from 0% knowledge base to having an understanding from your videos so they are much appreciated!!

[@bulldogboy100]

Nail biting stuff, I am very happy that I bought this drone

[@markcloudchaser874]

Wow that was awesome. Well Done Dustin, I really thought it had stopped out there. Amazing I definitely would love this. Normally they try to land themselves but this doesn't and you can still control it. Yeah that's cool.. Good Job Brother 👊💯

[@gregoryhall9276]

You've got a great place to test with! I had a similar test. My location dropped out at 20,750ft going out and dropped connection on RTH. It reconnected video right around 13000ft. That long unconnected return makes you nervous.

[@epsonexxon126]

I wonder if installing the signal boosters during flight will do the job?

[@gregoryhall9276]

@@epsonexxon126 It could help, but I think the situation would be the same but with larger numbers...the antenna on the drone likely is boresighted directly down. When you are flying out, the main lobe is pointed toward you, when you return its pointed away...so you will always get better reception flying away at full stick. That's my hypothesis anyways.

[@tinof5829]

You sir, have the BEST video/review I have seen. There are others that were at the top of their "drama" class in school as opposed to giving great, accurate information. Thank you very much for sharing your time and knowledge.

[@adamking5972]

Dustin, I think this drone has auto shut down video camera to reserve battery to return to home. This drone is smart..

[@alfredorates5404]

👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 Very exciting your video! Wow ... Congratulations on your great ability as a pilot, and on your good luck!

[@phillipm6822]

Superb video of an amazing drone. Love how you really push the limits. Well done!

[@Dtipton6662]

Totally insane range test but awesome outcome. I could feel you anxiety from my couch....lol.Hope to be able to purchase this one in the near future. I'll have to share this video . Thanks

[@loughkb]

Looking at the front, they should have called this model, "The Stormtrooper."

[@frankvee]

THIS is the way a drone should behave when running low on battery voltage. DJI (Mavic 2 Pro) will sacrifice the entire drone in order to save the battery, and it does that even when the voltage is nowhere near 3.0 volts, the voltage where a LIPO battery starts to sustain permanent damage.

[@DustinDunnill]

Agreed 👍

[@xxbambamxx7261]

I wished you did a commentary about the difference between the two drones 19 vs 2020 But it was a nice test as always 👌

[@landedzentry]

There's nothing like watching a relaxing drone test video- and that was nothing like a relaxing drone test video. 😁😎

[@eternalpupil7474]

i've seen so many mixed reviews on this particular model...i am on the fence, between this and the Mavic...unless the mavic mini 2 is all i'd hope for with obstacle avoidance and whatnot...great review as always though Dustin, you lucky Hawaiian devil lol

[@timlukasphoto]

All the sunsets in your videos look so amazing!

[@1afrosnow]

I gotta say I thought this was a pretty good test. Thanks man.

[@richardjones9125]

well,,,, i was going to buy a mini but this just changed my mind. Not because of the distance but also having the ability to track. And those lights, fantastic. you took a gamble, lol . one question though, no mention of wind so was it a calm day/eve?

[@charlie-tangomotors2516]

Dustin: We're gonna take it to 28,000 ft. Drone: *battery drops to 49%* Me: Staaahp!

[@DustinDunnill]

😂

[@stevewright7444]

Really enjoy your videos. Nice and relaxing to watch compared to some. I enjoy the range tests. As I'm a complete noobie to drones can you explain about the batteries and voltages please of different kinds of batteries. I heard you mention on a mini 2 video that you pushed your battery to 7 volts. I've no idea what you mean by that and what it does. Thanks

[@jeremyboyce1537]

Hi Dustin ,have you ever done a distance test and got caught in rain when you were way out there ?

[@DustinDunnill]

Yes, 2 come to mind. My original X8 cinematic on waihee trail and Mavic Air range test to iao both rains hard and drones were fine 🍻

[@jeremyboyce1537]

@@DustinDunnill ,wow that is nice to hear cause i am so scared of being caught in the rain when i am far out but yes that is very interesting to know. thanks brother dustin .

[@DustinDunnill]

You bet, Just let them dry out in some heat and fan, then put them in a bag with dry rice for a few days to be sure all moisture is dried out 🍻

[@jeremyboyce1537]

@@DustinDunnill ,Thanks BOSS.

[@andrewandron7087]

Wow! King of range tests!!!

[@enahorookhamafe2710]

Great range test video as always, man!!! I should buy this drone soon!!

[@danpamenter769]

Awesome video... so much looking forward to the antenna modifications review.

[@fraggerfragsolot9285]

you can get some pretty insane range out of this drone with no line of sight obstructions

[@thedarkriver1]

Range test Master!!😁👍

[@CharlesTLam]

Wow what range!! I forgot about adding this one in the mix as one of the top drones to purchase..I can pick this up cheaper than mavic mini 2 ..worth it? Sure seems like an awesome deal

[@BlairAir]

The anxiety was palpable. But convinced me I had a winner, though I won't be trying for the record anytime soon. How you gonna beat perfection?

[@willproduction2138]

Fimi is impressive. Great review!!!

[@MrJdubb104]

Nice range test bro. Other than the video & telemetry connections. Not a bad drone...

[@vintagegirl1961]

I think I will be buying one!! Awesome video!

[@kyesniper]

If Fimi can figure out their gimbal tilt issues this drone will be incredible.

[@noahmarquez6485]

Oh boy cant wait for the DJI mini 2

[@josephkebbi1146]

That's so awesome. I just bought my own drone. I need to test the range too.

[@monkeyfpv7866]

Nice nail biting flight Dustin. Thanks for sharing.

[@jim2725]

YESSSS I WAITED FOR THIS!

[@Joe_Blo]

Dustin, We watch you do these long range tests in that same rural area. It would be great to see you test the same drone in an urban area, so people can compare and get a realistic idea how far or not these fly in different areas. Many are getting less than 2 miles or less before losing the signal, and they have no idea if their short range (relative to yours) is normal in their environment with a lot of interference, or if something is wrong with their drone or controller. You're fortunate to have the side of large volcano to test off from at relatively very high altitude above ground and beyond a lot of radio noise.

[@DustinDunnill]

I mention "your milage will vary depending on interference" in these range tests. I don't really feel comfortable flying in urban areas any longer since it would consist of flying over many homes and people. There is really no danger to anyone doing these tests in the boonies which I believe is the more responsible approach 🍻🤙

[@Victorkayak]

Dude that was crazy but awesome I just bought one now I know what to expect cool video 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@AngryPepper1964]

Id like to know if you get the same performance. Im on the fence right now, not 100% sure yet.

[@Victorkayak]

@@AngryPepper1964 iam about to do same test soon I’ll let you know went I do it wish me luck 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@AngryPepper1964]

@@Victorkayak Good Luck Victor👍

[@bownsaway]

Brilliant Dustin as always so would you definitely recommend the Fimi X8SE I’ve just recently sold my Mini and this looks a better drone.

[@DustinDunnill]

You'll get more functionality out of it but not yet as refined as DJI products. Updates can solve this 🍻

[@Shaundi1-l4e]

I would wait for DJI Mini 2, which has now occusync 2.0, 4k.

[@DustinDunnill]

If the Mini 2 is $600 it may be a bit over many peoples budget for a drone. At right around $400 the X8SE is a deal for still possibly having more functionality than even the Mini 2. We shall see what the Mini 2 is really capable of 🙂. I don't like to speculate on rumors.

[@arnoldestrada9186]

I always watching your drone vid reviews from phillipines 🇵🇭

[@ShawnA560]

I was nearly getting heart attack instead of you. I hope Fimii makes some improvement to the antenna on the drone in coming back direction.

[@GSPhotographybg]

Wow! Wholesome video. Very good test! I am impressed with the range and now want to get one :) Keep the good reviews.

[@Victorkayak]

I also bought the hubsan zino 2plus it will be nice to also the test 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@Pyro1776]

I was asking myself if you ever use range extenders right before you said it... LOL. Can’t wait for that.

[@1spritch]

First of all... Thank You for your postings... most helpful..!! I just got my Fimi 2020 and I'm going through the different videos and learning a lot. Since you have shown you ran your Fimi 2020 battery to a shown 0% in this video... does that battery still take a charge... and is it still accepted by your Fimi 2020 drone...?? Ran across some video's that had bad news about battery life after being ran down to below 15%. Just wondering what you had personally experienced with your gear after the above flight...?? Thank you again for your postings.

[@DustinDunnill]

I've never had issues like others have. Perhaps they ran the battery down even lower than I 🍻

[@egga3675]

Hello, I'm deciding if I should buy the x8 se, do you encounter any issues? Thanks!

[@nathantoury9264]

@@egga3675 i own it since about 2 months ans it's really good. Only one problem encountered : horizon is tilted sometimes

[@tomike5126]

incredible 🤔 - I am impressed - my limit is still max 5500Km - in Slovakia Land - here is more bad electronic interference on my locations :( - that make bad range for me. Your video review is incredible - thanks for that. perfect!

[@MrPashee]

Another thrilling video :)

[@dronesdehonduras]

UHGGG que estresante ese vuelo. 😁😁 Una excelente prueba de este magnifico Dron. 👍👍 Tnks.

[@VEXTER563]

Hi I am a big fan I have been watching you for 4 years

[@FlyingPhilUK]

Looking forward to seeing your Fimi Mini reviews & range tests! ;)

[@charlestoast4051]

Once again, you didn't start reducing altitude till you arrived at the home point - which is a sub-optimal strategy. Out of RTH, Fimis will generally start to reduce altitude when the battery gets down to 13% or so, if memory serves, but you can fight it with throttle input. We can see from Brazilian videos that the 2022 signal can reach at least 10.5km, everything always depends on ambient conditions. It would have been useful to show the battery parameters view before and after you landed. The record file playback shows a very small cell delta, which is good, and voltage of 3.59v per cell which should not damage the packs. Conclusion - the Fimi battery percentage is conservative, and their batteries generally have good quality, well matched cells with equal internal resistance.

[@MiltPaps]

Can yu if yu see this explain how he made it that far when other times he couldnt go that distance at all..

[@TriniWeekes]

Awesome range test my friend 👍

[@aldon78]

Wow amazing!!! IT goes far crazy! Is this company good as far as support and customer service?

[@codyha8737]

I could almost hear your heart drop out onto the park grass when video & telemetry dropped out; was it hovering, was it returning still? I felt your stress. lol

[@Wantefc]

Dustin your videos are good for my soul in the uk lockdown

[@emmanuelsmits1352]

Great series of videos on the fimi. Watched most of them My question is, have to ever reached forced landing voltage and what would be that voltage. And could you still take over control to stop the drone from landing in water or hitting a tree assuming you still had FPV footage

[@DustinDunnill]

I think I've shown exactly that in the park flight test 🍻

[@emmanuelsmits1352]

@@DustinDunnill thanks i will see if i can find it in that video

[@JGvoandocomdrone]

Amazing flight, congratulations!

[@MasterYota1]

Looks like the antennas work well going away, but not coming back. I guess it probably doesn’t have by directional antennas.