Honest Review: The Stryfe X (NERF Pro For Real)

After trolling us with their Pro Gel line, Hasbro is finally entering the NERF Pro game for real with the Stryfe X and, even though it's not perfect, it's honestly a decent first entry into the space. A big thanks to Hasbro for sending me one early to review.
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[@KFO6666]

So basically they have taken community ideas and turned them into an injection molded product. Pretty much sums up the hobby nowadays.

[@mattorama]

They weren't going to let the aftermarket make all the money forever.

[@Alkatross]

Not only is it the ugliest version of a 10 year old Franken stryfe I have ever seen, it also is the least compatible product ever created. They spent months ensuring that the mag well won't work with other mags. The battery is only theirs. No barrel adapter. Weird rail size. It truly is Nerf or nothin with this blaster. It makes me sick. I would never support a product like this.

[@mattorama]

@@Alkatross if standardization is what you want aftermarket options have been there a decade.

[@Solotocius]

​@@Alkatrossidk about the rest but the Stryfe X isn't ugly.

[@mollyanderson657]

I mean, pretty late by 3 years but it's still a good place to start.

[@donutcat0]

For anyone naysaying the price, do this: Price out the entire cost of modding up a comparable Stryfe, including: - A Stryfe shell+grip heel+batt door - Cage+motors+wheels+wire+connectors+switches - Soldering iron+solder - Battery+charger+alarm(+fuses and other safety bits if you want to be detailed) And then factor in all the experience to make all that actually function, and let me know if you're able to get a lower price, or a safer and more convenient power source.

[@twanheijkoop6753]

Only doable if you have a 3d printer yourself or if you have someone that will print the parts for the cost price. Extended door, grip, cage, halfdart pusher / magwell can all be printed under $5 total which should leave enough for the rest of the build. About $40 for a 150fps+ Kepler setup and $45 for lipo starterkit and wiring.

[@allencarey7336]

Screw Nerf!!!

[@thepandashadow4641]

Totally agree, i modded a stryfe and the total cost of it all was around 170.

[@nuclearbiologist]

@@twanheijkoop6753 is this assuming you found a 3d printer on the street for free or that you robbed one from a store, 3d printers arent free and you gotta pay for those too.

[@derkaiser9881]

Or buy a Maxim Pro and a LiPo + balanced charger.

[@Olorin323]

Most excited for a Pro Rapidstrike and Stampede!! Let's gooooo!!! Thanks for keeping it real! I agree with a lot of the points about the shell. On the other side it sort of opens up the secondary market for magwell adapters (flaring), barrel adapters, and picatinny rail adapters. I know you didn't open it up as of this video, but I think they made the right call with a geared mechanical pusher. I do love me a solenoid, but something to be said for the reliability of the mechanical while still having a great feel. Personally for competitive play I know the select-fire is a cool feature, but I often find myself preferring the semi-auto solenoid or a mechanical pusher. I also like that they put some new engineering into the flywheels and the cage is solid. You will probably be disappointed in the internals not being compatible with anything, but then I don't personally see the point in modding it much as it's doing what I want. For me the biggest sell is the no-fuss lipo. I bought 2 just for my younger kids that physically can't play with a high powered springer and I don't trust them with hobby lipos yet. I get it's a bit pricey, but it's a huge step that will continue to grow the hobby. I think it's a big win.

[@DoubleL11862]

The LiPo is really where the big development is. Being able to have onboard charging and protection for a 3S battery is huge. know a lot of people are rightfully worried when using LiPo's for safety and to have an option to play with them in a controlled manor really helps to justify the price.

[@sigilshake9587]

Drac, i always appreciate you being critical of Hasbro. I do think this blaster is one of few blasters made by Hasbro in the past 5 years that is somewhat worth the money (albeit im never paying full price for this. And i think this blaster is a miracle where hobbiest finally squeezed something through the Hasbro mold.

[@innovia63]

When sales get this down to around $90 it’s an instant buy from me. Even compared to great flywheelers from Dart Zone, nothing beats the form factor of a Stryfe for me. And that battery is sweet!

[@dassmaster4281]

With War comes innovation and Hasbro just entered the arena. Let the battle between Dart Zone/Hasbro and others commence.

[@MeanBeanComedy]

Big brain take. Good point! 😎👍🏻

[@bcw1nc865]

The eyewear warning thing on the top is extremely easy to remove making a perfect gap for a control panel/amo counter W Hasbro on that one 😊

[@FflawedMetalhead]

I'm really curious if the production models are going to perform as well as the review models. I'll probably end up grabbing one at a 2nd hand store, or when it's on clearance.

[@360NoScopedMyDogEz]

*features of nerf pro stryfe x* -nerf rival rails -nerf stock attachment point -short darts compatible -worker mags compatible -li-po battery -upgraded flywheel motors -trigger safety -improved pistol grip -extended magazine release -no n-strike barrel lug

[@TheGlassMan]

The last one made me missed the guy that started the running joke... 😭😭😭

[@Telefrog]

Although the Prime Time/Dart Zones just instituted what amounts to a launch cancellation of the Omnia. They're pulling it for now and rolling back to October for their second production run to hopefully fix issues people are seeing in this first wave of Omnias.

[@skye1491]

The MK-3 originally retailed at $130 This is $119.99 on Amazon. Thats pretty on par with offerings

[@timothyscott1951]

mk 3 also has select fire , there is a difference , just saying

[@skye1491]

@@timothyscott1951 I mean it hits 160s has a self contained 3s lipo (mk-3 dosent) takes talons, good quality. Accurate. it's not perfect but it's their first try.

[@GresSimJa]

​@@timothyscott1951The MK3 also barely functions stock. Talons have feeding issues, the full-auto is very slow, and the rev switch is known to burn out and require resoldering because Dart Zone cheaped out. The Omnia had the same rev switch issue...

[@MrMiraculon]

You know. This is absolutely a step in the right direction. Nerf could have stuck to their gun blasters for years and years and fizzle out, but instead (after years of push back) they finally got something into the pro hobby space. HOWever, much like what Drac already covered, the only thing that I hope for, because they have full control of design and layout, is that Nerf makes shells that are suited to fit the equipment into to slim down the profile and keep the balance centered better. Yea I like the asymmetrical look of this one blaster because it's nostalgic, it also runs into the issue I always faced in wanting to mod my own blaster, the very same asymmetry I brought up.

[@jellogiant]

for those wondering - the battery isn’t solely a battery, it’s a charger, battery, and battery protection. That is why it’s too big to fit without the extension. Also, you’re definitely not better off wearing sunglasses over the actual eye pro.

[@TeflonDave]

I'm a big fan of the battery and I think that will make LiPo power accessible to people who don't want to mess with chargers and alarms. My buddy, an amateur modder, and professional attorney, said the "won't-kill-your-family-in-their-sleep battery" is pretty valuable. Great review Drac! Had been holding off, but just preordered based on your review. Tell Aaron I said "congrats!" I still bust out the Nemesis hopper you and he signed when I want to show off at a game! 🤓 Safe travels!

[@richbuilds_com]

Too expensive for what it is / does. And I love the OG Stryfe

[@davidnguyen6823]

I was wondering why Out of Darts didn't do a mag compatibility, but now I understand why

[@maweitao]

Dart Zone and X-shot mags don't fit in other blasters either. It's not unique to Hasbro.

[@nickvencill7752]

IMO this is the Star Wars episode 7 for nerf. Going after the nostalgia/og aesthetic makes sense to start the pro line, they just gotta make sure to follow through with some good originality once Hasbro sees the profits from this. I'd be disappointed if they were all clones of hobby mods.

[@audiobrainiac]

I appreciate your honest opinion on the blaster. Great video. Very curious to see what you think of the internals.

[@matthewsmith6057]

The tac rail looks like the same type that is on the Rival blasters.

[@tazzitek]

Yeah, was going to mention the same thing. I'm surprised nobody that I've seen review this has made the connection yet

[@Kufunninapuh]

Someone did. Can't remember who. It's not quite rival if I recall correctly.

[@shady_the_one]

He must've forgotten that Rival had that. It's been 84 years after all, and I can still smell the foam in the air.

[@skippyb.coyote895]

As someone who loves flywheel blasters and the Stryfe in particular but is pretty incompetent when it comes to soldering and shell cutting, and has personally ruined two Stryfes trying to upgrade them and failing, the Stryfe X is absolutely the product for me. I will gladly pay $120 to save any more blasters from succumbing to my modding incompetence XD

[@roblogan9862]

Next step should be building kits with drac approved instructions

[@popeymadethis]

I’m relatively new to this hobby and I’m really enjoying plinking. I don’t have the skills, confidence or tools to mod, and because I’m based in the UK I don’t have access to dart zone or adventure force. I’ve watched several reviews of this blaster now and I think I’m going to buy it. The cost is a little high, but I’m the target audience for this and I don’t have easy access to an equivalent. Thanks for the honest review, I’m kinda gutted about the lack of a barrel attachment and the weird rails. Other than that I can see this being my favourite blaster.

[@Gl1CH_YT]

It was a wet dream until no barrel lug

[@Lord_zeel]

You are NOT better off with sun glasses. You can see that those safety glasses have no frames - the lens is one solid piece. This means lenses will not pop out. These look like typical basic safety glasses you get from 3M and other commercial suppliers. I suspect that they are pretty sufficient for the task of protecting you from foam darts. The lack of branding is almost certainly because those ARE commercial safety glasses that they got supplied from a third party that makes them rather than manufacturing them themselves (which is the smart and correct way to go IMO). Sure, a 3M logo would be even better, but I wouldn't be worried about it.

[@dangermaus9253]

Suggesting anyone uses sunglasses instead of eyepro is downright stupid even at lower fps like this. It's baffling that he says just wear sunnies then immediately goes on to say you should be wearing eyepro. Do not use non-impacted rated sunglasses!

[@DefinitelyNattox]

Bro spitting facts in the very beginning of the video with LOTR vs GoT

[@LordChumbley]

Dart Zone was having a deal you get 3 mark 3’s for same price. And that takes AA and lipo

[@ArthronOfFir3]

Drac, Florida is called a rainy state for a reason, to the point you'll have to learn how to detect it quickly by smell or taste

[@psycaed09]

That was one of the best intros my eyes have ever witnessed

[@Comredwolf214Real]

12:29 HAHAHAHAHAHAHAAHAHHAHAAHHAHHAAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAH, So many funny bits in that part of the video!! 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@eze8024]

Damn thats pretty cool of Nerf to do. Pretty bummed there's no barrel attachment lug. Also wish it used a smaller 2s lipo that didn't stick out as far as the 3s

[@bendydevil4935]

I gotta get my hands on this. I'll even order a stock that matches the colors of the Stryfe X from Worker.

[@JRBull-sd9ct]

Depending on lipo development, alot of that price could be because of the battery

[@ShadowDaPk]

Bragging about Zuru magazines? The Zuru Longshot mags have been shown to jam because they don't feed properly.

[@adidas4275]

looks great... hard to see how they could have done this better honestly...

[@Comredwolf214Real]

7:15 Hahahahahaaha 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@Kanas83]

Feels backwards when we have had the mk3 and Omnia

[@yournumberonepal]

Greetings from the future, don't worry, Dart Zone has y'all cooked Nerf. 😂

[@d0mlyf322]

With the cost of this and the omnia problems the only blaster I really care to grab is the outlaw 🤷🏼‍♂️

[@MeanBeanComedy]

Battery is bulky because it's got a charger in there to keep it from sploding

[@edgardopereles9966]

Thanks for the review. Agree the price is the problem. Now the battery concept apply to other Nerf "half dart" reskin blaster can be potential win. Example the Desolator, Rapidstrike, Motobliz or the Demolisher.

[@GrimzNerfWorks]

I did have a solid laugh on the pnnn podcast when it dawned on me that the mothership had successfully made their darts “the #1 darts” for their blaster since they do get the highest FPS compared to competing half darts.

[@Luke_FM]

I think the battery should be where the stock holder is, so you take your stock off, and then they battery, then it’s secure and hidden. Congrats to Aaron!

[@novaliege6393]

They made it so only Luke’s mags are cross compatible 😂 that’s rich

[@EdwardCoplinBatman]

I have so many katana mags :(

[@2003frontier4x4]

I am new to the hobby, two months old, but this does not seem worth it to me. I mainly use springers (XShot Long, Aeon Pro, Dictator) but I did snag a Rival Perses for 70% off. I feel like it does the same thing as this for much cheaper. Definitely shoots at a lower fps, but it has a 200 round hopper, which will outlast this, and has an insane rate of fire. Still half the price with the hopper.

[@docomega7862]

While nothing can beat rival, I do think this has a place. Because if I remember correctly, some competitions ban rival blasters, or make rival only categories. Because allowing someone with a 200 ammo hopper that can be quickly recharged wouldn't be fair against people running around with 12 or 18 ammo mags

[@micahchadwick3352]

I'm stoked, holy crap I can't wait.

[@mollyanderson657]

0:18 You know HBO, the waiting game would've been a much better option to play out than what you actually choose to do.

[@nicholasmazzarella2720]

Lord Drac Fantastic review. Thanks for the facts and commentary.

[@BaconBrobot]

You should do an updated "which stryfe is better" video

[@TheSybermedic]

Thanks for the review, I to am glad that Hasbro has embraced the community to launch this blaster. The mags may feel cheep but the mothership is undercutting Worker as they will be selling them at 2 for $10 for a 15 round magazine. The only down side I have found out about so far is they will NOT be producing a springer and NOT selling extra batteries. On the wish list side, I want a Rayven X and Rapidstrike X.

[@Some_Cat_]

I was always a fan of the Accustrike aesthetic. This to me is a good looking blaster. 🤷

[@shellbacksclub]

Will DIY glue gun tipped ammo work with it?

[@notnuffnerf]

FrankenStryfed 😂

[@CresentEclipse]

Why didn't you attach a random stock to it

[@mbk337]

Idk. I think they put it out at this price to satiate those asking for a pro line, but it won't see en masse like it needs to for them to continue the line. The battery is blaster-specific and they aren't selling more. It is priced about 25-30% too high. Just feels like they are putting this one out to die on the vine.

[@MrAlexbreak]

how come iron sights were removed?

[@nicholasredding4930]

Can the strife muzzle replace this one?

[@Smucklz]

60 bucks, would be a decent price, 90 bucks, ok its a little high, but hey its hasbro I can at least understand it, 130 bucks, DERANGED PSYCOPATHS

[@ash17skate]

What happend the the less sinical drac the condescension is strong in this video

[@benten6539]

Would be sweet if kriss vector looking kit for this comes out.

[@on1yadam]

Hasbro finally listened to their consumers

[@spideravengermiller3920]

Great video drac have a good time in Canada sorry your review got rained on 😂

[@bz4701]

Drac + Stryfe = Awesome!

[@uhjn]

I just, why no barrel lug? I just dont understand it

[@nyxie8799]

Why did i expect them to make it symetrical

[@reedsrenderson2361]

My hot take on this is that if you can mod then why buy this? But if beginning to go "pro" then this isn't bad option. Needs about 20-40$ knocked off to recommend.

[@nitrosophelin]

they gotta do the alpha trooper next

[@paulvincent3825]

It’s a retro mod.

[@SacGhostbusters]

Spoiler alert: it does take Talons!

[@jolemaire6629]

Cheap lazy product for a top premium price. Not a surprise really. Good to see somebody with some integrity.

[@N1nP_Airsoft]

Hey drac, with you being an “old head” in the nerfing community. Has Hasbro ever approached you for your opinion or consultation on upcoming projects?

[@Skyisgoingbacktopluto]

He's been kicked out of some events for making PR people angry if that counts.

[@JamesLeigh28]

Lmao!!! He got both prices wrong for the omnia and the stryfe x to make it sound better. That's amazing! It's 90 and 120, 30 difference not freaking half

[@Ezero8]

Wait, Hasbro wants $130 for a modified Stryfe?! Lol, they're late to the game.

[@pootisarmy213]

The blastuh looks nice and the price is no too nice but atleast its good quality

[@shellbacksclub]

Why would Hasbro not hire this guy?

[@LMN021]

Hobbyist’s had the GOLDEN opportunity to fix the one thing truly wrong with the stryfe and failed…making the other side of the blaster have dimension(not flat)

[@timshooter8033]

🔥🔥🔥Stryfe X🔥🔥🔥

[@tatsumiplays2625]

It's just me just to strife look like a Mac 10 or a uzi but just an orange and grey one

[@dangermaus9253]

just you

[@shellbacksclub]

Dude has a lazy river around his house?!

[@nicoofthenight8403]

Please come to the UK

[@lonelynerfer5720]

Mine came fullt charged pre order rules

[@GrimHC]

Your house is insane, you earned such a nice place after so much hard work, proud of you buddy ❤

[@EnderMaster707]

The reason I want it is the lipo is the least likely to kill me

[@firefreak122]

Very nice!

[@zhadom1902]

The holy bolter delivered to mankind

[@A_Productions]

Ill buy when its cheaper

[@potatortheomnipotentspud]

They couldn't even be bothered to make a new blaster line, they just stuck a mag adapter on a Stryfe and called it a day?? Stryfes are good and all, but come on, Hasbruh.

[@MrMax2898]

Are you . . . At home?

[@mccbuddytaras6637]

ahh hasbro. doubles darts, forgets multiple mags... SMDH.

[@shellbacksclub]

Pickin up darts is for noobs. Gel blasters have taken over.

[@dangermaus9253]

Try tagging someone at 50m plus with a GBB

[@JRBull-sd9ct]

You still seem salty at nerf about toy fair....

[@joshuanugentfitnessjourney3342]

Man your place has a lazy river moat

[@BrxIghtside]

I believe thats a friends house hes done vids before

[@joshuanugentfitnessjourney3342]

@@BrxIghtside must be loaded

[@rjprice13]

Why spend so much time harking on the $120 price point, only to fail to mention the unprecedented price on the mags while you call them cheap?

[@Randomthenoob]

Shnawg

[@Waverunner-2D]

Too little, too late.

[@DumbTacoz]

2 hours late

[@mkendall8393]

Big surprise Drac Zone Pro isn’t happy with another Nerf product.

[@Xenosthewatcher]

Couldn't be because the product isn't good, it's because he's in dart zone's pocket. Plus he wasn't even that hard on it.

[@blight6080]

Hour late and $70 too much

[@omarayman9201]

Lebron

[@EmonWBKstudios]

And it's far too expensive, comes a decade too late, and is entirely derivative. Hard. Pass.