Is the Radiomaster Boxer My New Go To Controller? Review, Teardown, and Comparisons

[@BroWithTheFro]

Mine came in the mail last week, this is the first thing I've bought for my journey into FPV (outside of 2 different simulators). Glad to hear it's a good product!

[@MariomasterNSMBHD]

Slight correction: The ExpressLRS and the 4-in-1 are $140. Only the CC2500 is $100.

[@kitesurfjerry]

Yes! Something I like to see. All the settings on your radio

[@radiomasterrceu7675]

Wow, what a great thorough review of the RadioMaster Boxer! Thanks so much for that!

[@stingersswarm]

Thanks @Radiomasterrc I appreciate the opportunity to get my hands on this guy.

[@PhillGraaf]

Great review man!

[@edrone_]

Definitely seems like a good value with what they are including. Tango 2 for me but still nice to see other multiple solid options. Great video Stingy 👏🤟🔥🔥🔥

[@harryhalfmoon]

To be honest, I'm not going to lie. Nice review, thank you.

[@JonoRob]

great review, thanks, just waiting for mine to arrive

[@KindFPV]

Would definitely like to watch your radio setup video!

[@creaturefpv]

Good work showing the new radio man. I'm still going to be running my mambo at least for a while. Things are still moving so fast in this hobby and I'm happy with what I get out of the mambo . I wish it felt a bit less cheap but I can deal with that. And I wanted to say that I'm hoping things work out next time Tidwell is up there with you that I get to tag along this time and get a chance to meet and hang out with you. It rained me out last time. You have been one of my favorite pilots since I first started looking into this hobby about a year before I got my fist quad so I'm really looking forward to it and Tidwell had nothing but good things to say about you as well so anyway . Looking forward to the next video too. You should post more flight videos dude even if there not epic I still like to watch you fly .

[@MJ-bj1gn]

so much content rolling out!!! Great ;)

[@MrTimmyGT]

This thing is perfect for my son, I'm ordering one for him for sure! He's using my old taranis x9d but that thing is 8 years old and getting pretty tired, plus it's gigantic in his hands lol.

[@FlyZoneFpv]

Awesome review Kevin. Hey I’m really liking it. Totally reminds me of the mambo for sure 👍🏻

[@herokme0]

Would love to see a full rundown of how you set up your boxer to your own customization!

[@quadsmack]

Thanks for this review! Im returning to the hobby after a few years break and considering replacements / updates to my venerable x9d. Most of the folks I fly with are on the tx16s now, but that thing feels so freaking big to me! Just before my pause I was super interested in the game-controller style radios, but this looks like a reallyy good option as well.. compact without sacrificing a soliid radio! Also as someone else who does not use a radio strap its good to see your comments on handling when NOT flying.

[@harryhalfmoon]

That's funny - Same here - Returning after a couple of years out. So much has changed. No ELRS module in the X9D, which is on community-support for Edge-TX by the way. And the X9D's (micro) USB port is pretty worn out from all the sim flights and disconnecting now and then. It's a no-brainer.... Ordered the Boxer last week. Maybe 3D print some grippier stick-ends and a stand and we're good to go.

[@quadsmack]

@@harryhalfmoon I've had my Boxer for a month now and have flown probably 50+ packs through it and couldn't be happier! Enjoy your new radio!

[@662SSIPPI]

Great review .I love my mambo but it currently has 2 broke switches.instead of going through the trouble to change them based upon this great review I will just get one of these bad boys.

[@661FPV]

Man this looks like a great radio. I really like my tx16s max but this radio is really tempting. Looks like it would fit in my bag better, and it's 1w internal and has a bigger battery. Also very interesting that you use 2 switch arming setup in edgetx and not on betaflight, I always use prearm in betaflight and never thought to set it up on the radio. I will have to look into that! RIP TBS...

[@reggieeskridge3850]

Great review coming from the x9d no brainer going to get the boxer

[@bladesfpv4179]

Great review video man!!😎

[@barry_dalive]

New subscriber. Fantastic review. I just ordered the 2.4 version. Would love a receiver protocol setup tutorial. Being new to the FPV quad hobby. ELRS has been challenging. I'm sure once I've finally been able setup a few different quads, I'll have Lua script wired.

[@PhantomFPV]

Mmmm…I’mma take a look when they offer those upgrades. AG01’s and a metal faceplate. How that rubber grip feel??? Thanks so much Stingy! VERY in-depth and thorough!

[@redcobra1246]

Just waiting for the max version now 😎

[@pastubbs]

I like it, replace the stock antenna with an internal patch antenna add xfire module and done.

[@quadforsakenfpv8281]

Yes. Make a vid about how you set up a radio the Stingy way!

[@stingersswarm]

I've been meaning to make another one of these. I actually talked through it while recording this video but I didn't want it to be an hour long.

[@doccock100]

@@stingersswarm understand if you don't want to make an hour long video but fpv peeps will watch and hour long video for sure. you explain things very nicely as well and are better looking than bardwell (don't tell him that though)

[@cobynweston8124]

Very thorough review! I've just ordered the ELRS version to replace my Zorro. It was my first radio and initially used thumbs but have switched to hybrid pinch. It's been a good radio but it's not really suited to that grip style. The Boxer looks like exactly what I've been looking for, plus the 1W output will be a nice upgrade too

[@stingersswarm]

I think you will be very pleased.

[@carlosr.2027]

@@stingersswarm can you swap out the boxer internal elrs 1w or if Radiomaster sell a replacement elrs module 1w for the boxer could I use it on the tx16s mk2 radio and make it work ?

[@Samsonmetaphysical]

@@carlosr.2027 That is a very good question and would make a great video.

[@MrAlejo53]

Worth noting when comparing the mambo to the boxer. The mambos switches are soldered onto the board as opposed to the boxer just disconnecting a plug and plugging in your new switches for when/incase they break. Thank you for the teardown!

[@johncarold]

Hey Kevin, I have been flying with my Xlite and crossfire, and I have been thinking about switching to ELRS since more F.C. are coming with ELRS built-in. I just purchased the Jumper XIAKE 800 VTOL, and it comes with ELRS, so I'm going to switch. I have arthritis and I can't use a full-size radio anymore. I like the T12, but I think this one is better. I can't wait until I can order it. Thanks again for the video and information about the Boxer Radio

[@GabrielPalmer]

We want a whole video about your setup...It's what we would like to see! 13:34 Give us the quirks

[@David__]

Nice review Kevin... tempted to upgrade to one of these newer radios, particularly given I'm still flying with my OG Taranis X9D + Crossfire + various mods :)

[@stingersswarm]

Oh yeah it's time to upgrade.

[@linuxbarista]

I'm kinda pissed at myself here and Radiomaster. I gave up on the Mambo in September (user from release). Absolutely loved the form factor, but wanted EdgeTX and better ELRS future support. Picked up the TX16s MK2 JB. Ripped out the side trims and top switches to get more of that Mambo feel. Wish I would have known this was on the horizon. I would have held on a little bit longer. Sigh... and all the pre-order BS just needs to stop. Oh well... /rant

[@rhysespeace]

The momentary & 2position switches would need to be flipped before I could commit to this radio. If that's possible, I'm all in. That's my line in the sand.

[@Kamila_q]

I missed the notification somehow.. I am like you I like all black things. I know nothing about radios 😅 but it looks like it’s a good size radio, I am sure the battery life is a plus too.

[@stingersswarm]

I know. No more scheduled videos at 5AM lol. We need to get you on the Sim.

[@AdrianoCasemiro]

Perfectly sized radio, output power on ERLS, a honker of a battery on a natilevy installed EdgeTx. What's not to like? Oh, yeah, those EdgeTx videos on how to make the nost out of it...

[@GibRealistic]

It is nice to see better mambo with elrs, without soldering everything to pcb, nicer gimbals, trainer port. One downside would be lack of internal antena, so it slightly less convienient to pack in backpack I think I am going to sell my mambo, due to quite dissapointing and expensive tracer and lack of trainer port.

[@rikofpv]

thanks for the review 👍, look like qx7

[@stingersswarm]

It does a little

[@FormerlyDavid]

Hi. Just starting, have questions. Other videos have said that ELRS is the way to go for range. I know that's not everything, but for the moment it's my focus. Please tell me if I have this right. The 4-in-1 Boxer can do 0.25W ELRS and 3 other things I've yet to delve into, while the ELRS-only can go up to 1.0W. I also know external modules exist. So, if I got the 4-in-1 and the external ELRS module, could I push 1.0W? I like having all the options if I can. Secondary question: is Range proportional to Flight Time? Ultimately, I'm working on a device that can fly around within an enclosed space without having to recharge every three minutes.

[@birdman316]

sweet radio stingy! dont forget to do the "behind the back" test!

[@stingersswarm]

Will do! It's been too long!

[@biggfpv2721]

That same big battery is for the tx16s also not just boxer.. also radiomaster sells a kit to make your tx16s have a removable antenna just get v2 version if yours is a v2 tx16s... Thanks for the great video on it ...i love the way the boxer looks just cant justify when i have a tx16s max mark ii w/ago gimbals already

[@stingersswarm]

Yes it will fit but the tx16s still draws a lot more power and will not run for 20 hours on that battery. I get it. I'm loving the feel of it but I'm struggling with which one is my favorite right now. I am leaning strongly towards the boxer atm though.

[@enricobononi8655]

nice radio...but here in EU they bumped the price to almost 180eur for ELRS ...way to expensive for the quality provided

[@slappomatthew]

I'll likely be getting one of these. just REALLY tired of preorders. make it THEN sell it. its not that hard.

[@stingersswarm]

Yep. I get it. I'm anxiously waiting on HDZero goggles.

[@serhiirudenko6183]

Looks great. The size looks kinda perfect for me BUT. Who the hell decided to put those buttons instead of proper switches? Hope someone will figure out how to fit switches in there. I thing a bit of 3Dprinting and soldering should do the job. also why 2 USBs, is it too difficult to add charging to one port?

[@tomg6284]

What does all this mean? 4-in-1 Multi-Protocol, CC2500, or ELRS. Old time rc plane driver. New stuff = WTH? Thanks for your time.

[@KushFPV]

Love from Kush

[@stingersswarm]

Right back at ya!!

[@fordboyzzzz]

express module is cheaper than 4 in 1 so prob better to buy the 4 in 1 transmitter and elrs module??

[@elxero2189]

If it weren't for that dang press-in button on the shoulders I'd be sold, give me switches any day.

[@wrstew1272]

Stingie! Are you flying full scale commercial? Great to see you back into RC video production, missed you.

[@stingersswarm]

Not anymore. After I left the airline in 2019 I haven't gone back. I still consider it from time to time. For now I do consulting work with drones and I'm liking it.

[@doncunningham3124]

For some reason, this whole Express LRS thing seems above my pay grade. I'm quite comfortable with my Crossfire protocol and my Tx16S TX.

[@Darthwader942]

OMG! where did you get that start up audio file @15:20. That's Awsome! DAAAANG BUDDY LOOK AT DEM SWITCHES!!

[@stingersswarm]

Lol I made that back when I got my first opentx radio in 2015.

[@Darthwader942]

Is there any place to download it? I must have it!! 😁 name your price$$

[@stingersswarm]

@@Darthwader942 I’ve never made it available for others. That has just been my special radio sound.

[@THEBIGK4HUN4]

If you get the ELRS version can u still throw a tbs xfire module in the jr bay or that only comes with the 4 in 1

[@spitfeueranna]

Just keep in mind if you buy a Radiomaster, their 1 year warranty is almost non-existant. If your radio dies int eh first year, and you really twist their arm, they'll have you send it back to your local hobby store, who will DFU reflash it, send it back to you, it will work a few more times, and then you'll be like... WTF. You'll try two more times sending it back to the hobby shop, and then finally give up and buy a Jumper. not joking. Got the tshirt. Their radio plastic looks pretty, which is why people defend them fiercely, but they aren't the most durable.

[@sixtofive]

Honest question: Are the full size AG01 hall gimbals worth adding at the same $140 cost of the rest of the radio? I've never had a chance to get a test in person and can't help wondering if it's actually that big of a difference in quality to be worth doubling the cost of the radio. Not saying it isn't, just curious.

[@stingersswarm]

That is a fair question. For me I believe it is worth it. But that is because I have been doing this a long time and I have a ton of stuff. Would I upgrade the gimbals if I was still using some crappy goggles? No I would upgrade that first. Would I upgrade gimbals if I still had just one charger with one channel? No. I would get a better charger and or more chargers/charging channels. But if you are happy with all your other gear and have all the aircraft you want etc it is a very worthwhile upgrade. I know that doesn’t help answer if it is worth it for you but I stand by it being a worthwhile upgrade. I would pay 300$ for this radio with ag01. It is worth that price.

[@sixtofive]

@@stingersswarm Thanks, I appreciate the response! My old X-Lite is starting to have gimbal issues after years of use so it's time to think about an upgrade. This looks like a really solid option for the price, and maybe I'll splurge a bit going for the extra upgrade.

[@stingersswarm]

The nice thing is you can upgrade your radio today and the gimbals when you have some extra cash. I’m flying the boxer now but I haven’t upgraded the gimbals yet.

[@sixtofive]

@@stingersswarm Good point!

[@jameschampion1]

Ok how did you setup the knobs to control the brightness of your screen. I am coming from a DJI radio

[@midstrifecrisis1368]

Hey Kevin, i've had a bunch of radios over the years too. Im currently using a Tango 2 and debating switching to the boxer. Could you use the six buttons above the screen to switch output power and have a quick visual reference of said output power?

[@stingersswarm]

Yes to switching. The light of the six buttons could be your indication. Otherwise maybe use the fm2m lua. I’ve got it but I didn’t show it off in this video.

[@timmyhanstine9508]

Straight up question. For a beginner wanting to run crossfire would you prefer the mambo or the boxer. Thx

[@stingersswarm]

Between those two I'd pick the Mambo. But for the same budget I would choose the radiomaster boxer any day.

[@su_K3N]

Trappy punching the air right now 😂

[@stingersswarm]

For real.

[@carlosr.2027]

can you swap out the boxer internal elrs 1w it on the tx16s mk2 radio and make it work ?

[@Gabriel-qh5yv]

Looks like today was exploding about this TANGO copy... but eith more features... Good review from you 😉

[@АнтонЗатварський-ъ4и]

good afternoon, your product arrived, I inserted the charged batteries and nothing, I press the power button and nothing works, I connected it to the charger, the remote control flashes red, I pressed nothing, then I pressed and held it, nothing, what to do?

[@stingersswarm]

Contact radiomaster.

[@ShebanFPV]

will wait for the mk2 with lcd and foldable antenna )))

[@stingersswarm]

Don't forget the unobtainium gimbals

[@ShebanFPV]

@@stingersswarm knowing all these manufacturers, surely there will be MK2 version in near future.

[@doncunningham3124]

Question, with the TX16S, can the gimbal LEDs be adjusted with a switch? If so, how?

[@doccock100]

I think Bardwell had a video on it

[@MrKillerHobbes]

have u tried the tx12, should reccomend that too

[@stingersswarm]

I haven't tried it but I'm sure it is a nice option.

[@MrKillerHobbes]

@@stingersswarm ahh makes sense!

[@pirateradioFPV]

So TX12 with full-size gimbals and a new box to fit them😂

[@mfrfpv9079]

Dji black FTW

[@stingersswarm]

🤢🤮

[@stingersswarm]

lol

[@johndextersantos9541]

Dang, I just bought the Tx12 elrs . . lol

[@tonypena1]

Which model is best for US flyers/

[@ATekFPV]

hmm can I borrow it for a week to give it a whirl?

[@stingersswarm]

Haha. If I can put it down for long enough.

[@jamiehill9578]

Does this do 1 watt with crossfire like the tango 2 pro

[@tonypena1]

These radio will take a Crossfire module?

[@stingersswarm]

Sure will.

[@AhmadFPV]

hey are you gonna use the TX16s anymore?

[@stingersswarm]

I plan to. It is my shop radio and I may make it a dedicated fixed wing radio. Still debating.

[@yousefsaadeh7144]

For the Elrs model does it have Bluetooth built-in?

[@stingersswarm]

For wireless joystick yes.

[@yousefsaadeh7144]

@@stingersswarm I want to use it for telemetry viewer 😅

[@mfrfpv9079]

your take on the Zorro?

[@stingersswarm]

Best gamepad style controller out there.

[@jayzzz1234]

Any updates on the gopro 11 mini after one month?

[@stingersswarm]

Still loving it.

[@knarftrakiul3881]

He said his nub was big and beefy 😂

[@KCQuadTronX]

so if i can get a tx16s for 150 and its with edgetx already and has the carbon edition should i get it while i can

[@stingersswarm]

Absolutely

[@svenniefpv]

Hi question, Does it fit the tracer nano module?

[@stingersswarm]

It has a JR module bay.

[@DriftaholiC]

I wish they would just rip off the Tango2 now that they copied the Mambo. I just want a ELRS tango2 lol

[@Expoo100]

Hi Guys, would you have verified seller for Europe? :)

[@BoosiveFPV]

Good to see others copying the best radio on the market. The Mambo 😉

[@erlandfpv]

Mambo, quality control at the firstbatch its bad.. I've using tbs mambo, 3 times get brick, its hard to say the system that tbs using its good but I'm tired, maybe i will using this tx now from radiomaster, it build with precision and good qualiti control,

[@BoosiveFPV]

@@erlandfpv I'm still using a first batch ethix Mambo. Never updated the FW. No issues whatsoever.

[@le_ti_lik]

Same. Got first batch ethix mambo. Besides a small issue with the kickstand it's been my daily driver since release.

[@BoosiveFPV]

@@le_ti_lik ahh yeh. I had an issue with the kickstand too actually. I will admit its pointless and rubbish. Definitely an after thought it seems but it's only a kick stand after all.

[@le_ti_lik]

@@BoosiveFPV Wouldn't say it's pointless. I'm using a crsf LITE in mine and I use the kickstand all the time for resting the radio or for an external 2s liion pack for the crossfire. The issue was one of the screws would be spinning in place. I solved it by putting some selotape on the screw then screwing it in.

[@EdturdEnfart]

Mambo still the best

[@RadBeardFPV]

Mambo lookalike. Cmonnnnn man!!

[@stingersswarm]

Yeah but we get 1000hz not 250. Cmon TBS do better!!!

[@RadBeardFPV]

@@stingersswarm that I do agree with but the build. Cmon almost identical.. they do need be better

[@JohnStenborg]

…in sweden n eu 200 usd for 4-1 or elrs…

[@FreshPanda97]

I don’t Like the cheap feeling of it (coming from a Radiomaster tx16S + ELRS price ist 180€ in Germany (fixed everywhere) I can sell my tx16S (Stock v1, in perfect conditions) for 190€ so I basically just switch from a ultra premium feel to a cheap feeling…it’s hard for me, but I can put the boxer in my bag withouth any big case and don’t need to worrie about breaking antenna/switches….unjust wish the boxer would have a more premium touch feeling it feels aweful to me

[@propel8152]

you can send the radio to me if you don't see yourself using it

[@jayzzz1234]

I will take a spare one as well..

[@stingersswarm]

I'm gonna be using it for sure. Look for some stick cam footage soon.

[@661FPV]

So this isn't touch screen?

[@stingersswarm]

Nope

[@JohnStenborg]

…you can touch it…

[@bikerxxuk]

What is a Baxerr ?

[@ultratorrent]

Think you need an external mic for these reviews for when you hold things in front of your face when talking about things.

[@stingersswarm]

Audio is hard

[@elxero2189]

Casually says only 5000mah lol like that's a small number

[@fluodtine868]

No, it's not

[@stingersswarm]

Are you answering questions for me now?

[@KINGKEEFA]

Im new as hell to this. I just got a freebie tx16s mk1 and im about to buy a boxer. I want to pick your brain. Im starting off with drone simulators cuz im a noob. I am a techy so im confident in learning quick but i live in hawaii and i got to stay under 250g weight to avoid headaches with the police. But wanted your recommendation on what drones to go with. My use case is not for anying that long distance really. It more for cinematic videos of party events, residential reall estate type stuff and maybe just some fun freestyle stuff but nothing long range like that. Do you have any recommendations to point me in the right direction?

[@KINGKEEFA]

I very much appreciate you and the video. 🤙🏽🤙🏽🤙🏽🤙🏽

[@Flamenawer]

For me looks a QX7, and I prefer la qx7 as it is paid, any other radio as zorro by size look more interesting for me. Yeah, basically is a qx7.