Autel Evo Lite Plus First Impression - Inspired My Creativity

[@BlairAir]

Thanks for your thoughts. I've really missed my Evo 2 Pro since selling it, partly because support went to to hell after Autel released the Lite & Nano Series. It wasn't particularly good before. 3 MONTHS to open a case and they didn't fix my issue; horrible range, video drop out at 1500-1700 FEET on Evo 2 Pro V2 + V2 Smart Controller. NOT the best $3900 I ever spent. Fortunately they're STILL running sales from pre-Christmas so I got am Evo Lite + Premium bundle for 35% off. $1250 out the door. At that number, I'm willing to take a look, especially since they've had almost a year to release tweaks/fixes. For Autel that's a rush job, lol. Loved the 6k (that's 5.4K) camera on E2P, and this is an EVOlution of that, so I'm expecting great imaging. This will be my only drone without an inbuilt Screen Controller, unfortunately the new Autel Smart Controller SE 6.4-Inch is only compatible with V3 Evo Pro/Dual/Enterprise aircraft. Come on Autel, can you not make a Transmission system that supports more than one series of drones? I like the Tri-band, but they build every series with unique Transmission systems. I know they are tiny compared to DJI, but that's MORE reason to cross-pollinate platforms. Sorry for the novel length comment, but that "let's build an improved drone, by scrapping everything thar came before it" is weird and NOT the way to customer loyalty, in my opinion. That plus the public explanation of the V2 chip swap came across as very sketchy. Pretty sure it wasn't what they claimed. Whew! Big exhale! Rant finished. Excited for my Lite + arrival; either the eternal optimist, or biggest sucker. Thankfully there's the Amazon 30 days return policy, but I'm not planning to use it.

[@SeanHelmsMedia]

Yeah, Autel is also under new management that is taking some time to fix what was broken before. There were a lot of family members running a company and doing nothing. Their V2 chipset was simply derived literally from a chip shortage so they had to go a different route hence the v2 and v3. I’m still in the V1 and still enjoy this drone and I still fly the heck out of my Autel Plus. Congrats on your new drone. You’ll love it. Happy New Year from Florida.

[@BlairAir]

@SeanHelmsMedia Thanks Sean. Yep, I expect outstanding imagery from this one. Glad to know your still enjoying yours! I do wish they offered a controller with a display, but with current models running @ 2.4, 2.7, 5.2, 5.8mhz transmission systems all in play among platforms they have not to mention 900, they have a lot going on. The public story on chipsets was what I was referring to. After the (very) short tenure of Randal Warnas, I am of the opinion that "chip shortage" while a real thing, was only part of the story and getting off the US Government blacklist was the primary reason for switching chips. Of course they HAD to tell a palatable story to customers on the old hardware, now that it was on the "Entity List" Taking politics, National security and economic issues out of the picture (is that even possible?) I hink Autel builds incredible hardware, uses top tier components, but struggles delivering a seamless, fully polished software and firmware. Thus I've never even considered buying the Lite/Lite+ & Nano/Nano+ until at least a year has transpired. PS you made me wonder why I insisted on the Orange! I Love it, and the Grey does nothing for me, but that White is sharp! Not sure how I feel about the whitewashed Carbon Fiber, but those front lights! They remind me of the 1940's tricked out "BlueDot" Saphire Glass inserts on taillights! Not going to look as spectacular on Orange, but every Halloween, I've got you beat, lol!

[@m1ghtyn1ght]

The lite plus seems like a really great drone. And I've got to say, I really love your reviews and everything about them. Keep up the good work. I'm really looking forward to even more reviews. And for the night time clips, you can try to click on the flood lights, as they are the brightest part of the whole clip, it might be able to then calm the brightness down a bit.

[@808-Stat3]

That intro was o much fun to watch :D

[@SeanHelmsMedia]

Means a lot that you saw this. Thanks for taking the time.

[@Donniequinn]

Awesome! I've only flown DJI but this makes me consider autel

[@bobgoin9398]

Semper Fi! Enjoyed your video ...thanks for sharing!

[@SeanHelmsMedia]

Thanks Bob. Semper Fi brother.

[@MrRaymond1021]

Loved the intro. Have you thought about including her in your intro's? I think you should. Thanks for sharing, and great job. 👍👍👍

[@SeanHelmsMedia]

You are so right haha. If I can just keep her still long enough.

[@MrRaymond1021]

@@SeanHelmsMedia lol. 👍 👍 👍

[@fishingandflyingwithtolley459]

Great video my friend I love the camera on this drone, it takes a great photo

[@kenkeng5824]

Nice video. Enjoyed. Loving my Orange Evo, but can see white- so different than DJI gray. I was in Cocoa Bch a few days ago, very windy- and super restricted airspace. Did manage to fly on the beach , for a good early morning flight. Enjoy!!!!

[@SeanHelmsMedia]

Nice. So jealous you got some beach flying in. Soon enough. You got Laanc approval? That’s cool. I don’t even play around with that stuff.

[@kenkeng5824]

@@SeanHelmsMedia No need for LAANC.. I was on about the only 5 miles of beach in class G airspace in Cocoa Bch. Between NASA, two airports, Patrick AFB and Merritt Isl Wildlife Refuge, not much airspace is free on the SpaceCoast.

[@SeanHelmsMedia]

We have a small strip like that in Panama City Beach which surprises me because they have a helicopter 🚁 tour within a mile of the shore. I’ve flown there before and felt so weird with choppers within sight.

[@JasonLavarias]

Very well done review! Thank you for making it!

[@SeanHelmsMedia]

Thanks friend. Glad to help. Have a nice weekend.

[@edwardcutler7492]

Thanks for sharing! It’s very pricey. I hope it delivers the same quality flight performance as DJI.

[@SeanHelmsMedia]

I fly a lot of both and Autel is a very close second to performance capabilities and it seems they are always making improvements.

[@RobertGlazier]

I just got the Autel Evo Lite Plus. New subscriber here. Thanks.

[@SeanHelmsMedia]

Thank you Robert. What color did you get?

[@iambrian8170]

Fun to watch! Love unboxing videos. Still waiting on that Mini 3!

[@SeanHelmsMedia]

I’ve seen a couple of leak videos and I love their new idea for front and back obstacle avoidance cameras. It looks like they went with a very new design which I love. Can’t wait to see if they actually release the remote with it without the built in screen.

[@mugsie101]

Loved the intro of your video. Commando getting ready....lol Since the price of the autel evo light + is only $999.99 from amazon, I bought it. I have 7 other DJI drones, this will be my first autel. I seen the light + was like $1900.00 and because its at $999.99, I had to get it and see if I will like it. I have subscribed to you. Light + comes in today. This weekend I am planning to fly it alot. Great video and channel.

[@SeanHelmsMedia]

Thanks brother. Just trying new and fun things. Otherwise these vids turn so boring for you and me lol. Happy New Year.

[@mugsie101]

@@SeanHelmsMedia Happy New Year to you too brother. Your wife scene was funny. We often wonder what people think of all of us drone nuts and all our gear, your wife jams the point what we "think" people look at us like.....funny.

[@keytiger7]

Great drone. amazing day and night footage , I have seen. Nice video.

[@SeanHelmsMedia]

Thanks brother. Have a great weekend and happy flying.

[@keytiger7]

@@SeanHelmsMedia Happy weekend to you also, thanks.

[@underthedrone2735]

Good quick review. I'm sure there will be more to follow. Really liked the creative intro. I'm surprised you don't have more subscribers. Well; you have one more now. As an E2P owner I wish they would incorporate the color science and night modes of the Lite+ into the E2P.

[@SeanHelmsMedia]

There has been discussion of making some adjustments to the E2P in an upcoming firmware. I sure hope they add some more features. I do love my E2P. Thanks for going me. I’ve been working so hard to be more creative lately. I’ll try not to disappoint. Have a nice weekend.

[@silverpro8356]

@@SeanHelmsMedia Hey Sean do you think the Autel Lite plus would be ok for commercial work. Just wondering which drone is your favorite out of the evo 2 pro or the lite plus ?.

[@SeanHelmsMedia]

The Evo 2 pro is going to be more complete that the newly released Lite plus for obvious reasons. For the slightly snaller form factor, and the refined out-of-camera images both video and photo, and long battery life the lite can rise to the occasion as it is but will also get better over time. I have a gut feeling their next firmware is going to be quite surprising in a good way. The E2P is better in wind by far, but has surround obstacle avoidance and will not prevent you from taking off due ti the geo fencing. The lite hasn’t clearly announced that they will implement fencing but at least you know you can with the E2P. The flat profile from the E2P is also 10bit and easy to grade. Hope that helps.

[@silverpro8356]

@@SeanHelmsMedia Thanks Sean may i ask if you have noticed any flickering in the image when filming in sun with the autel lite. I know that some pro users drones suffered from this .

[@SeanHelmsMedia]

All I’ve seen is prop wash where the angle of the sun shines through the props into the camera. This usually happens with not planning the shot in regards to the suns position. I’m not saying that this what they are seeing but I’ve also heard this happens when the camera angle is above 0 degrees. I’ve not had any issues at all with flickering.

[@jakesdronelife6307]

Nice job buddy my lite plus should be arriving in the next few hours I can’t wait

[@SeanHelmsMedia]

Oh yay. You are going to have so much fun.

[@jakesdronelife6307]

@@SeanHelmsMedia I’ll be taking it downtown Louisville Kentucky tonight

[@ntouched]

Great first flight and thanks for sharing!

[@SeanHelmsMedia]

Thanks Troy. Hope you’re having a good weekend.

[@mr.lightning6515]

Excellent video. Excellent drone, I just bought one! sorry Where did you buy your tablet holder? What tablet do you use? Best Regards from Mexico City!!! Thank you Sean

[@SeanHelmsMedia]

It’s from Johnny Trusdale at SkyFire Aerial for the Tripltek Tablet. It provides 1200 nits and doesn’t dim in the heat. Love it.

[@michaelo6003]

Well done! I enjoyed that. I'm also enjoying the Lite +, despite all its quirks.

[@SeanHelmsMedia]

Yea sir but the hardware is solid. The firmware should eventually make this a beast. I had the Nano and sent it back. It had hardware limitations that no firmware would ever to be able to fix like its top speed. This drone is fast enough for me. Have a good weekend.

[@michaelo6003]

@@SeanHelmsMedia Agreed! My wish list is all software-related: histogram, distance and speed options for the quickshots, and the addition of something like DJI's Tapfly quickshot, which I use alot on my M2P. I'm hoping Autel comes through with these. Thanks again!

[@SW-Video]

@@michaelo6003 : I wouldn't be surprised if Autel comes out with a Lite Pro in a year or so. All the bells and whistles of the Evo 2 Pro and the Lite+ but in this smaller lighter form factor.

[@SeanHelmsMedia]

Nice assumption. Just like the Air 2 and then the Air 2S.

[@claytonware3562]

Happy flying! I’m waiting for the release of Mini 3 before I can decide which drone to get. Just heard Autel drones doesn’t fly as good as DJI.

[@SeanHelmsMedia]

I’ve flown a lot of both and it comes down to preference most of the time. I’m just glad there is another manufacturer pushing the competition. Fun to see.

[@7777russ]

nice video especially the intro. Toss that triptek8 mount from lifthor and check out the one from originaldobo, i have both and prefer the dobo one.

[@SeanHelmsMedia]

I have a new one coming fire Sky Fire Aerial sometime today. We shall see how well it works.

[@7777russ]

@@SeanHelmsMedia I just checked the one from Sky Fire, I like the dobo mount better because it uses the antenna mount of the controller, the same way the controller holds a cell phone.

[@SeanHelmsMedia]

@@7777russ I’ll check it out but I did get the new adapter for mine today and it might have to do for a while. I’ll make a video for it Monday.

[@abnews9633]

@@7777russ the dobo mount is not for everybody, I want a mount where I can situate the heavy tripltek and angle the controller exactly the way I want, the sky fire aerial mount is real nice

[@clydeberthold12]

Great video..Inherited an evo lite + , looking for a beginner start..but first needjng cable and more batteries.

[@SeanHelmsMedia]

One of the best out-of-the-box cameras in my opinion. Congratulations. Happy New Year

[@clydeberthold12]

@SeanHelmsMedia Thanks Sean and Happy New Year.. Will be reaching im sure on how to fly this thing without careening it into the ground.

[@LittleHouseofBeans]

Thanks for the vid. Just got mine yesterday, and wow....WOW! now i know why a 400 dollar drone is well.....400 dollars. lol

[@SeanHelmsMedia]

Hehe. So glad you’re happy. This is the best hobby EVER!!!! Happy flying friend.

[@SeanHelmsMedia]

Oh and thanks for subscribing. Have a great day.

[@SeanHelmsMedia]

Haha. You bet. Hopefully we won’t be little guys very long. Keep it up.

[@Lunafilms12]

Man, I really wanted to love this drone but it kept disconnecting from the app and the lack of my the Hyperlapse was not good. I will probably purchase it in the future if they as they come out with updates.

[@SeanHelmsMedia]

Yeah. The hyper lapse is not great but they pushed the drone out due to competition and demand like DJI did with the Mavic 3 knowing the software wasn’t complete. It will get better.

[@JD-hx6yx]

Good video hope you can answer if you think the iPad mini 6 will work well with this drone?

[@SeanHelmsMedia]

I did verify that you are good with the 6th gen iPad mini. Here’s the link. autelpilots.com/threads/ipad-compatibility.10634/

[@JD-hx6yx]

Great thank you so much!

[@SeanHelmsMedia]

Welcome

[@MiltonBetts]

Where did you get your shirt?

[@SeanHelmsMedia]

I’ll ask my daughter. She got it for me for Christmas. I love it.

[@SeanHelmsMedia]

I put a link in the description for the shirt. My daughter had to find it again. Have a nice weekend Milton

[@MiltonBetts]

@@SeanHelmsMedia Thank you have a great weekend

[@michaelo6003]

Hey Sean, How have you been focusing with this drone? Does auto focus work well? I’ve had some issues with manual focus, probably because I got so used to the peaking threshold feature on my Mavic 2 Pro. Thanks!

[@SeanHelmsMedia]

I have had zero problems with auto focus sir. My very first Autel E2Pro had issues with auto focus and I sent it back. When I got it back, it was amazing. I love using manual focus (for effect) and haven’t played around with it on this drone much when I did, it was as responsive as any other properly working drone within this wheel house. I still love ALL of the capabilities of this fun drone.

[@michaelo6003]

@@SeanHelmsMedia great, thanks! I’ll start playing around some more with the auto focus.

[@alexannis4740]

How is lite plus doing with the update, I'm on the fence in getting it.

[@SeanHelmsMedia]

I’ve hard an unfortunate interaction with Autel and they have suffered a degrade in customer service due to family/leadership issues. I used to love their drones but they have done very little to improve their consumer drones for a while now and what we think is a competitive product isn’t a focus of effort for new features. Al I can say is, it’s a good drone but if you ever need their help, they tend to have an are representatives that tend to be bothered while doing their job.

[@hondaman9424]

I've been watching Autel drones for a while now. I can't decide between Evo 2 Pro and Evo Lite Plus. The Evo 2 Pro is already a few years old. It has more sensors, etc. What things would you see as the strengths and weaknesses of the Evo 2 Pro? And what is the biggest difference between these? I would appreciate a lot of your comments because you have experience with both.

[@SeanHelmsMedia]

Don’t forget that the Evo 2 Pro is better in wind by far. So more stable footage is going to be evident.

[@gutter4punk]

Not to chime in, but evo 2 has been out everything is there. The lite is still not a 100% drone. Lite is easier to use camera wise, but they still have things to come and bugs to fix. Evo pro bigger and is a beast of a drone, and the lite smaller and will be a beast to come. Love them both myself, but find myself grabbing the lite to go fly.

[@SeanHelmsMedia]

I’m with you Jason. Feel the same as you.

[@gutter4punk]

@@SeanHelmsMedia can't forget the controller feel. Big improvement there!

[@videoskraemer1068]

O sinal de radio é melhor que Air 2s?

[@SeanHelmsMedia]

It’s about the same. It uses Autel’s Skylink but the range is similar.

[@andriesburger846]

Hi can you tell me where can i buy this drone and is he better drone as the dji air 2 drone

[@SeanHelmsMedia]

I have a link below but honestly, it’s all preference. I have the Air 2S and like it for different reasons also but with the Autel, it doesn’t have Geo Locking and the image straight out of camera is great for those who don’t like or either don’t know how to color grade. This drone has one of the best video qualities available for anyone wanting to make great videos.

[@andriesburger846]

If you like to fly a drone between the air 2 or autel lite plus is the best if you pick one for fly what one will you like to fly

[@SeanHelmsMedia]

Air 2S

[@nicn2446]

Is the evo2 and the lite the same controller? Looking for a tablet holder

[@SeanHelmsMedia]

No. They are two different concepts but they are fairly common. Which one are you looking for?

[@nicn2446]

My mistake. I meant the nano and the evo lite

[@SeanHelmsMedia]

@nicn2446 the nano and evo lite have the same controller.

[@nicn2446]

thank you sir i ordered one from sky fire@@SeanHelmsMedia

[@GlenSify]

My wife laughs the same as yours

[@SeanHelmsMedia]

Did it give you nightmares? Haha. Then we are lucky guys.