![]() ![]() Now, let’s get down to the technical stuff and learn about radio transmitters. ![]() Personally I found them to have better ergonomics and the standard size gimbals give me better resolution and precision. If size isn’t a concern, I would recommend a full size radio. They might not feel as comfortable to hold as a full size radio, especially for “pinchers” and people with big hands. Gamepad style radios are very compact at the cost of reduced features such as smaller gimbals, fewer switches and smaller screens due to the lack of space. There are two main styles of radio: full size and gamepad style. The Pro has foldable sticks which is easy to pack in your bag, the non-pro is $40 cheaper without this feature. The main difference between the pro and non-pro versions seems to be the sticks. See my full review of the Tango 2 and how it compares to the Frsky X-Lite Pro. It’s primarily designed for multicopters, not idea for wing and plane flyers due to the lack of switches and sliders. However, this requires user DIY to install the module bay add-on. The Tango 2 also support external module (lite module), meaning you can use a multiprotocol module or ExpressLRS module with the Tango 2 so that it can used with practically everything in the hobby. He said they are noticeably smaller than the gimbals on a larger radio like the Taranis X9D. Note: my friend Giovanni who owns the Tango 2 disagrees with TBS’s claim of using full size gimbals in this radio. And it’s made by TBS – the brand you can trust when it comes to quality. It’s compatible with OpenTX and has built-in USB charging. It has built-in 900MHz Crossfire module with a maximum output power of 250mW. The Tango 2 is a compact and portable radio yet offers exceptional ergonomics, suitable for both “thumbers and pinchers”. I’d recommend getting the Crossfire module with this radio. The full size hall sensor gimbals gives you full range of stick travel and excellent precision. It has a multi-protocol module inside that supports almost every protocol in the hobby, and it also fully compatible with Crossfire. In my opinion, the most versatile and best value radio right now has to be the TX16S. It comes in several different versions that differ in the internal RF module. I strongly recommend checking my review of the Zorro before buying. ![]() However the Zorro allows you to power the radio using a 2S battery, as well as charging the battery from a USB power bank while flying. The main limitation would be battery life because it uses the little 18350 Li-ion batteries, which only has 1/3 of the capacity of a typical 18650 battery (hence 1/3 of the run time). It has more than enough switches for most people, and the large bright screen is easy to see under sunlight. It supports FPV simulators so you can get this to practice flying before even building/buying an FPV drone. Also the ergonomics is excellent for “thumbers”. The Zorro is almost a perfect radio for some people: it has a very compact form factor, is affordable, runs EdgeTX (probably the most advanced radio firmware currently), has built-in ELRS/multiprotocol module as well as supports external module. Radio Recommendations Best Value With Small Form Factor However, I encourage you to do more research and check out reviews on the radios you like before deciding. Too many choices right? Well, here are my recommendations below. Here is a list of all the popular radio transmitters on the market currently. ![]()
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