The BEST 5 Beginner FPV Drone Kits under $300

[@tkb692_]

Been THINKING sbout having rfluing drones and rc planes and helicopters as a new hobby and so far your videos are my go- to whenever i need info and instructions.thank you for sll the simple, easy to follow info and instructions!

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

Awesome! Thanks for the support!

[@sykodogshit5370]

could you make a video on what you would buy (drone, batteries, googles and rc) with under 300 usd and setting it all up for beginners? im looking to start the fpv hobby and wanted something more value and i can use longer

[@skepticsr_us]

Can’t wait to see Steve’s Best FPV drone kits under $400.00

[@5ynergetic]

thanks captain, ima save up for the first one

[@paule5195]

So many comments against these kits probably from hobbyists who hate the idea that it is literally RTF. I have a BetaFPV Cetus and I'm well aware of the poor goggles and range , I got what I paid for to start out and learn. When I'm ready for better equipment then I will sell it as a kit and move on.

[@JohnnyWishbone85]

It's so nice to know that FPV drones are just like any other costly, technical hobby: The old heads are offended by the idea of new people taking up the hobby, and do everything they can to discourage it. Same as Scuba, gliding, Ham radio, etc.

[@_gelon]

I would love to see "old tech" videos from the Cap. Talking about those very first consumer drones before the uprising of the Phantom 1. Like the Parrot AR.Drone, 3D Robotics, Mikrokopter, Blade mQX, etc. Hope you can put your hands on those and bring a fresh view of those pioneers.

[@tkb692_]

Maat i please have one of those kits for Christmas??? Thank you!

[@acquisitioncode7903]

Thanks for all the awesome content you make! I would like to ask. I currently own Avata 2. I fly full acro. Have a lot of fun flying tiny whoops in Liftoff Micro Drones sim and got use to them so I would like to get a set. I don’t need any beginner features for sure, I do have Googles 3 and RC 3 but O3 air units go as small as 85mm or naked with 75mm but they are less durable. I was thinking of getting maybe the HDZero or Analog googles and a different RC and a quad that will be amazing to fly indoors tight spaces but also take it outside and still have a smooth flight experience. Also battery life is important. So 2S at least maybe even 3S if they even do them. What would be your pro advice on the kit. You can share affiliate links that I would use. Thanks

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

If you can fly the AVATA2 in Manual Mode then have a look at 5” quads with the DJI O3 system. Of course those are outside only. If you want indoor/outdoor then the most recent drone I reviewed (HUMA 20) is remarkable.

[@ChrisQuadFPV]

That's the best kits to buy if your getting started. Just to see how much you really will enjoy flying.😊

[@Mykl_DE]

Thx for that good video.😀 My little sister wants an FPV drone for her birthday, which of the 5 would be different and the one best suited to being able to wear glasses under the FPV glasses.

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

None allow wearing glasses under the goggles

[@Mykl_DE]

@@CAPTAINDRONE798 Thanks for the quick reply, as far as I saw in the video only the first FPV drone glasses have 2 wheels for "focusing", up to how many diopters does that work? Or have I misunderstood something and they are there for something else?

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

@@Mykl_DEAs noted in the video, the focus is for people with a minor eyeglass prescription. So for me my glasses is +2 and that is too much for these goggles.

[@bunnymann8685]

Great video again.. But I'm gonna ask it.. If you were a noob having only flown line of sight Potensics.. Which one would you buy..?

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

Newbies do well with the Aquilla16

[@bunnymann8685]

@@CAPTAINDRONE798 Thank you.. all the research I've done points to that...

[@Charlvdwalt073]

Charl South Africa Thank YOU, really appreciate this video, Awesome channel 👌👌👌🙏💪🏻

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

Glad to hear it! Happy flying.

[@NFEzantiszar]

What about the HGLRC Petrel 85 Reading on it its a bigger version of the Petrel 75 and runs on 2s batteries 🤔

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

Also good. But at the time it was over $300

[@NFEzantiszar]

@CAPTAINDRONE798 ahhh I see me and my son been watching your vids on all the rtf less than 300 buck fpv quads. We do Land stuff aka Crawlers and drift cars in 1/10th scale and 24th scale but hes gotten interested in fpv flying 😅

[@willrine8614]

Fun video ! 😃 A lot of good information. Thanks for a great video Steve !!

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@Skyrelaxation-s7z]

Hey there fellow captain! Thanks for the review. I bought the newbeedrone off your recent review and it’s fun but underpowered for outside flight I feel. Without being into computers and sims which would you chose for outside flight for a simple plug in battery and fly (no optical flow or altitude hold required). Muchio grathias. Paul

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

If you have the skills go for the Draknight. You can even use your VR Goggles with it (hand them to a friend so they can watch your flight).

[@Interesting-facts180]

Nice one boss, keep it up. But I'm still expecting some ornithopter drones

[@mangogamer4650]

0:00 Wow that’s crazy. 0:01 Wow thats expensive and complicated! Sold!

[@CGBS4744]

Excellent review as usual. RTFO!!!🤘

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

Thanks again!

[@manju7294]

Where the information about DJI neo 😢 ?

[@WhattaFook]

Haven' t decided yet... Cetus x or whoopfly16?

[@TutsEryday]

Don't get a RTF kit you'll regret it as many do.

[@Skyrelaxation-s7z]

Same quandary- or the drak……. Choices choices.

[@TaPe-Polic]

Hey Captain. Can you help me which one should I get? Aquila, Whoopfly16, Cetus X or Cetus Pro, VRDrone? I am saving money to buy these, and I need one that has DVR and long range like 250 meters, and can be shipped to Azerbaijan. Also lithium batteries here are forbidden. For my calculations, 250 dollars + shipping is a bit expensive for our currency (it does 306 dollars) for Whoopfly16, and I am a beginner, and that means I will go for VRDrone. What do you think? I would appreciate your opinions and help. (sorry for yapping too much).

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

I have no idea. The reason is because I don’t know your learning skills or abilities. Find one that matches your abilities.

[@TaPe-Polic]

@@CAPTAINDRONE798 Well, beginner.

[@TaPe-Polic]

@@CAPTAINDRONE798 I am a beginner, so yeah

[@davidticaciuc2889]

Hello nice vid! I'm 14y/o and I am a begginer in fpv! I have a setup can you tell me how it is or what should I upgrade? Thanks! My setup(250$): 1. Betafpv 2 SE 2. Betafpv VR03 3. Betafpv Meteor 75 pro 2 factory battery 4. Betafpv 6 ports for 1s battery 5. 4 Lava 1s 450 mah 75c battery What do you think?

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

In the FPV Hobby there is always room to upgrade, but you only upgrade if you can afford it, and if you need something more than you currently have.

[@davidticaciuc2889]

@@CAPTAINDRONE798 Thx man! So is this going to be a good setup for me?

[@DiogoRodrigues0404]

Hello! Thanks for the video, I have a few questions. I’m new to drones, and I’m looking to use one mainly for spotting opponents during Airsoft games. After some research, the BetaFPV Aquila16 RTF caught my attention. I want to spot people in Airsoft fields. I need to record the video. I have no experience flying drones. I’m aiming for a range of around 300-500 meters. The first issue I see with the Aquila16 is the analog video quality. Can I reliably spot someone with the video displayed in the goggles at this resolution? Also, in another video, you mentioned the Walksnail Avatar HD Goggles ($199), which are digital. Would these goggles paired with another drone/controller be better suited for my goal of spotting opponents more clearly in Airsoft?

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

I don't think drones will work in AIRSOFT because everyone will HEAR them. Also, you can't fly an FPV Drone from day one... you'd have to practice for a month before taking it to an AIRSOFT field. Get yourself a beginner drone like any of the DJI Mini drones or other brands like the POTENSIC ATOM or FIMI MINI 3. Those you can fly the same day.

[@_.theycallmeb1884]

Could you review the qwinout f4 x1

[@ColinLeyUK]

Hi Steve, interesting show 👍✈️👍

[@xtreme43]

so, what fpv rtf unit would you suggest with pretty bad eyesight ?

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

None in a budget price range… because if you have bad eyesight then you need FPV Goggles with individual eyepieces that each has a focus. They all start at $400 US and up just for the goggles, so when you put that in a kit it then becomes $700 US and up. Example is the DJI AVATA 2 RTF FPV Kit.

[@xtreme43]

@@CAPTAINDRONE798 that's what I was afraid of .. will just get the goggles first then

[@bobbylefebvre6298]

Good afternoon. Captain really cool drones nice information

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

Thanks 👍

[@FINDROBLOX]

is there any with longer lasting batteries?

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

That does not exist in the FPV Drone hobby.

[@yah5o]

I was thinking about the Cetus X kit for a while but then I came to the conclusion that getting the parts (drone, radio, goggles, batteries and charger) individually was not that more expensive. So I ended up with a Meteor75 pro, a Radiomaster Pocket, an Eachine EV800DM, a vifly whoopstor v3 and some spare parts. For around 350 EUR. But what I did not get: a carrying case. And believe it or not: this is bothering me. The ones of the RTF kits are just perfect and you can't just buy them separately. Or can you? (I know that there is one for the meteor75, but that doesn't fit the pro model, let alone the rest of the gear).

[@uzer12387]

@@yah5o I got the cetus X and believe me you made the right choice. In the end I only kept the drone. Which is okay but not that good

[@TutsEryday]

You made the right choice. I also got Cetus X kit when i started, replaced everything within 3 months. KZbinrs need to stop recommending RTF kits to beginners, such a waste of money

[@eddaardwolf]

Which of these kits would you recommend for flying out in the wild and adding a rumcam or other small 4k camera??

[@stevegerber2076]

Which one is Tractor Man approved????

[@DyoGTS]

A lot of good information here, but it should also be noted that going with any of these RTF kits designed to get you into the hobby, if you plan to stay with the hobby for any extended period of time you WILL end up replacing all of these items. Especially the goggles and radio for all of these kits as they are pretty terrible. Plus with the lower quality many people expect that all of them are like this and end up giving up on the whole thing. I typically tell people that they can expect to pay at least $500 to get in, but if they aren't sure this is for them they can just start with a $75 Radiomaster Pocket radio and a bunch of simulators.

[@EpikFPV27]

@@DyoGTS I’ll put this here for anyone who needs it Radio: RadioMaster boxer RadioMaster zorro RadioMaster pocket Goggles: EV800D Cobra X 04X, walksnail goggles, DJI goggles, HD zero goggles Drone: Mobula 6 Mobula 7 1s Crux 3 Crux 35 Iflight Nazgûl (any of them they are all good) Charger: Whoopstor (only for 1s lipos on whoops) M6D + toolkit RC power supply Hota D6 Lipo: 1s, always go dogcom, can’t go wrong 330mah for the mob 6, 450 for the mob 7, make sure to match the connector 4S and 6s CNHL, or dogcom or Airjacker, tattu if you got big money safety bag and ammo can/any big metal or fire proof can All you need is one from each category, and any form of computer and you are good to go Low end $300 is doable Mid range is $500-700 High end $1000+ Everything is in price order so you can work out what’s best for your needs/budget

[@brandon9689]

Don't repeat my mistakes. Don't settle for bad equipment that comes in 1 box just because you're overwhelmed by a new hobby. If you have access to a computer and can download BetaFlight, there's nothing stopping you from piecing together and setting up a better starter kit. Radiomaster Pocket, ELRS. Mine did not come with batteries, I needed to buy 2X 18650 batteries. It's 10 times better than any radio that comes in a kit. Captain drone has a great binding video for it. Emax or Eachine ev800D analog goggles. If you want to record, don't get an SD card bigger than 32 GB or the DVR won't detect it. Whoopstor V3 battery charger. It takes a USBC cable and needs a decent wall block. If it can fast charge your phone it's probably okay. A 1S analog tinywhoop with an ELRS receiver. Make sure it takes BT 2.0 connector batteries. This is really important for 2 reasons. BT 2.0 connector works better but most importantly it's newer. This metric will help you steer clear of outdated drones using another connector fitting. You'll need 1S batteries for the drone, again BT2.0 . Many drone manufacturers recommend a MaH capacity. Or you can see what others are using on KZbin for a specific whoop.

[@isaackaliczak339]

@@brandon9689 hi mate just wondering how much would u say all this costs(Rough figure)

[@ollieadam55]

Love the videos! Super informative

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

Awesome, thank you!

[@lynsmith1096]

Good video Steve

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

Thank you

[@henrytaaffe7058]

great info, Captain.

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

Thanks!

[@mattalford3932]

Tried to post this video in a dji avata group and they denied it because it's not the avata or avata 2. Plenty of people in that group want to know what drones they can buy to practice acro lol.

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

Thanks! These are certainly great kits for someone on a budget. The other option (but not as enjoyable) is to just go crazy flying on an FPV Sim & gaining skills.

[@MlleVB]

How to fly avata 2 smoothly slowly with normal mode with rc 3

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

Change the settings to BEGINNER MODE (turned ON)

[@MlleVB]

@@CAPTAINDRONE798 i believe theres no beginner mode with normal mode in rc fpv 3 Is it correct?

[@TutsEryday]

KZbinrs need to stop recommending "Beginner Drone kits" because it makes beginners waste money, and they don't know better. I bought the Cetus X kit and replaced everything within 3 months when i started last year. It's much more valuable to purchase the radio, goggles and drone separately, considering all these "beginner kits" have very cheap radios and goggles that will be replaced in such a short time, increasing total cost. The only good thing from these RTF kits is the drone For instance this setup is US 260$ and has much better long term value. Radiomaster Pocket - US$54.99 Eachine EV800D - US$95.99 Meteor 75 Pro - US$109.99

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

Unfortunately you couldn’t be more wrong. You are a person looking in a rear view mirror based on your knowledge as it stands today and not months or years ago when you were totally lost. In other words, you are forgetting that people with zero knowledge of how everything works together in the FPV hobby would be best suited for an RTF Kit… NOT EVERYONE is technically skilled in figuring things out.

[@Skyrelaxation-s7z]

@@CAPTAINDRONE798 true that. I don’t want to bind or configure. I wanna learn to fpv- meaning getting out there and flying!

[@MozzarellaRR]

@@TutsEryday tbh I got the Cetus x kit 2 weeks ago and originally I thought I was going to replace everything but now I’m just going to buy more batteries and maybe some Fatshark scouts. I adjusted the rates and it’s really fast and agile and I’ve had no problems whatsoever (I smashed it into brick walls and full speed into the ground and it’s only got a few scratches)

[@thesnipercat3604]

Got the Cetus x kit yesterday. Flew around a couple of times. Today I wake up to see a swollen battery, and when it slightly crashes it loses camera connection. Going to return it. Didn’t even last a week

[@dronetheworld4k67]

Guys plz I asked this question several times and really tired asking it with no answer despite researching Looking for a digital fpv drone, good goggles and dji module for less than 600$ what do u recommend ?

[@arthurrosenbrand]

Would it be better to go for analog or digital as a beginner?

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

If you can afford digital, then that is the way of the future

[@roadsrfr]

@@arthurrosenbrand analog is adequate to see what you are doing. Just understand that the quality is not what you expect from all the videos you watch.

[@mfarmarco]

I thought high price tag were from the digital video components on the drone. If that's the case then why is the Dji neo only $200 ? I know that's only the price of the drone but with a phone type headset and a real contoller it's not that much more.

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

Ok, so it appears you are new to the hobby and learning. The NEO is not a true FPV Drone but it can be connected to $400 US DJI Goggles and a $200 US FPV remote, so take the $200 Neo with one battery & no charger and add another $600 US and you get $800 US which is a way more than under $300 US. Makes sense now?

[@nikolas2404]

I'm a beginner and looking to buy nazgul eco 6 hd does it come with goggles

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

The only drones that come with FPV Goggles are the ones that have the letters RTF Kit or Set (Ready To Fly Kit or Set).

[@nikolas2404]

@@CAPTAINDRONE798 THX

[@keitheveritt6573]

Can I ask what app do you use to Edit the drone video.. Great video to..

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

All my gear and editing is normally listed below each video. For editing software I use Final Cut Pro.

[@chickenpastel11]

How can you tell the difference when buying the cetus x fc or betaflight ver.?

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

Most stores list the two and you simply pick the one you want

[@zigi8nottin]

Oooooooouuuuuuuuuuu yeeeeeeaaaaaaaaa!!!

[@DusanSuljmanac]

Hey Steve am I still areal FPV pilot even if I only know haw to fly in horizon mode?

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

You bet!

[@eugenemuodza6110]

BEST FOR beginners thank you for the review Captain drone thank you Captain drone iwas just asking if you are not using the fimi mini 3 pliz can I have please I beg I stay at Zimbabwe 🇿🇼 in Bulawayo in morning side 2 Penrith pliz I beg of you Captain drone pliz

[@jaxon-nz1vb]

12:17 unless your dad vapes and has tons spare ;-;

[@markgalgay]

Need to add Canadian prices.

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

US is the world standard currency when it comes to prices, so I don’t confuse the worlds viewers with other currencies.

[@markgalgay]

@@CAPTAINDRONE798 Maybe we should change the standard! 😉 🇨🇦 🍁 🇨🇦

[@GAA50776]

Are these indoor or outdoor?

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

The drones shown in this video are all INDOOR/OUTDOOR.

[@GAA50776]

@@CAPTAINDRONE798 ok

[@netclovis]

What about the GEPRC TinyGo?

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

Check the price

[@netclovis]

@@CAPTAINDRONE798 You are right. It used to be cheaper around here. But the dollar rates is indeed dropping. My apologies.

[@roadsrfr]

One thing that never really gets mentioned is that you NEED to have perfect vision to use the goggles. Have grandpa eyes? Forget about it! 😢

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

Oh, it gets mentioned in every video of mine where I review the newest RTF FPV Kit on the market.

[@KindOldRaven]

Wear lenses or glasses? Works for VR headets, why wouldn't it work here? :p

[@roadsrfr]

@@KindOldRaven wearing glasses to read your reply, and everything else. The closest I can focus is about a foot, so the 6ish inches of the goggles is out of the question. Nevermind the width my glasses compared to the width of the goggles.

[@ichini3793]

💯

[@Ymf3699]

How long is the flight time?

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

Please watch the video

[@Ymf3699]

@@CAPTAINDRONE798 I must have skipped it

[@MLeditsofficial]

Cad dollars or usd

[@user-bh9yk2wv4w]

Watch the first 1 min lol

[@miboxed]

Great in-depth review of beginner-friendly fpv drone kits. The breakdown of features and skill levels is particularly helpful for those starting out. While the proprietary batteries in some kits might be a drawback for experienced users, the overall value and performance seem solid. Looking forward to more informative content."

[@Charlvdwalt073]

In my hart i wish i lived in USA, 1 us doller x 19sa rand😢😢😢😢

[@KlngsRC]

If anyone sees this the best beginner set up is- Radiometer zorro-£120 Skyzone cobra x v2-£200 Betafpv meteor 85-£95

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

A good setup, but certainly not the "Best", especially considering you left out the costs of batteries, battery charger.

[@KlngsRC]

@@CAPTAINDRONE798the charger is £10 and batteries are £5 each is that better for you 💀💀

[@seltunkoko]

Please send me one of those😊

[@TheJDBanks]

Emax emax emax

[@J29F]

Or wait for the DJI Neo Motion Fly More Combo to be released...

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

If such a combo is released, the price would be $600 to $800 US (even cheap DJI Digital goggles are not considered low cost)

[@J29F]

@@CAPTAINDRONE798 Hey just to say, the combo pack I mentioned will be €529...

[@niveketihw1897]

14:43 -- what's that?

[@noelmc8830]

The flight sim is called freerider

[@Fpvishnick]

7:11 11000 kv not 1100

[@uzer12387]

I strongly recommend against the cetus X kit, and betafpv in general. Which is a shame because they wouldn't need much effort to make their product. Expect no help from their customer service. Actually, don't expect them to listen to advice. Even when you spend time to identify and fix their mistake

[@TutsEryday]

BetaFPV is a good company, and their support is also good. They've helped me often times, but yes the Cetus X RTF kit sucks. But their Meteor series is really good

[@uzer12387]

@@TutsEryday I think you've been lucky then. I'm very comprehensive and nice with customer services, so I usually have very good experiences. But with BetaFPV... really unbelievable. And at each new problem I tried to forget my past experience and simply try to solve problems with them. I never asked for refund or such things, only some advice to help me fix problems that were their fault. And repeatedly they have been awful. They have never provided any help, sending automatic answer most of the time despite me taking time to explain the problem. With videos and all when needed. They also don't fix problem when I took time to troubleshoot it, fix it, and explain everything to them (even when it's only updating instructions on their website). And on top of that they delete negative reviews on their website. Despite it being very respectful. They claimed that it was for wrong language. The thing is I was simply explaining problems I had with the product. And when I copy pasted the exact same review with 5/5 star they published it immediately. That being said I really hope that they improved. Because I want to love their product (and recently bought the air65 because it does seem great). I just can't stress enough how frustrating it is that they often do great things without putting the last percent of effort needed though. Especially when they target beginners with such kit, there shouldn't be a need to tweak and troubleshoot problems for it to work. They should also proof read their user manual to not make troubleshooting even harder. Or at the very very least correct the manual when we told them about errors due to obvious copy pasted things

[@uzer12387]

@@TutsEryday I made a long answer which didn't go through the spam filter it seems. Shorter version: I had repeated awful experience with them. And I wasn't being a Karen, because I respect people working in customer services and always got good feedback in return. Except with betafpv. I never asked for any refund, only some advice to solve problem that were they fault. They never did. And didn't even update their website to help other customers once i solved problem myself and explained them how. I'm happy to know that they can be better though, I hope that they fixed these problem because they really have potential to be excellent