Update 11 December 2018
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EMax Hawk 5 Plug and Fly $179
The Emax Hawk 5 is the best 5" package of 2018. My full review is here and you can easily modify for cheap as I've done here. Code to use is GB-THEMAX5 |
Update 4 December 2018
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Emax TinyHawk brushless whoop
Emax's newest 1s whoop is a great beginner or indoor option as is the lowest price ever at $88 here with code 1225CAR |
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Diatone 2019 GT R239 R90 2 Inch 3S FPV Racing Quad
Diatone's very lastest brushless micro capable of up to 4s. Hard to argue with really solid components at just $109 here |
Update 28 November 2018 - Cyber Monday Deals
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HappyModel Mobula7 FRSKY non-eu and others
This micro ducted brushless 1-2s quadcopter is the find of 2018. You can run it indoors but it has a silly amount of power for outside too. My review is here. Interestingly my contact at Banggood has told me that new stock is only being sent to Banggood at present given they are the biggest retailer. Lowest price at present for $81 using code e2bcea |
Update 25 November 2018 - Cyber Monday Deals
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Emax Baby Hawk R 136mm 3 inch
Very dependable 3-4s 3" quad, my review is here. Lowest price ever $109 with code dDxftUQi |
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HGLRC Hornet 120
This is one of the best 2.5" quads currently available, lowest price it's been at $99 here. Code is jNYTOfqm. This is my pick of the bunch |
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Frsky Taranis QX7
Available in black or white. Still the best beginner radio that many pros still use. $89 here with code ZZbCQdNT |
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Babyhawk R pro
Builds on one of the better micro by adding smart audio f4 processor and more. Lowest price yet at $129 here with code kqgUebPd from 26 Nov |
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CADDX Turbo S1 CCD
Nice CCD cam in a mini size for only $15 with code rKuMUDwc. Code works from 25 Jan |
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EMAX RSII 2306 3-6S FPV Racing Brushless Motor
The most powerful and efficient Emax motor. Lowest price ever at $13 with code txesvbx4. Code works from 25 Jan |
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Fatshark Dominator HD3 Core 3D FPV Goggles
You know these ones. Lowest price ever at $329 with code fRG8aAeD. Code works from 25 Jan |
Update 23 November 2018 - Best Gearbest prices in over a year
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Emax Hawk5 Bind and Fly $169
My review is here and mods here. Get it here at Gearbest for $169 by using code eqDmLDXY Emax Hawk5 Bind and Fly $169
My review is here and mods here. Get it here at Gearbest for $169 by using code eqDmLDXY |
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Emax Baby Hawk R 136mm 3 inch
Very dependable 3-4s 3" quad, my review is here. Lowest price ever $115 with code liGpNSvb |
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Frsky R-XSR receiver
The smallest and most fully featured FRSKY receiver is down to $15 with code 8xMFfibt |
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Kingkong Fly Egg 130 (flyskyreceiver)
This model is about a year old but is compelling for just $79 with code s9wJBopr |
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Foxeer HS1219 Mini Falkor 1200TVL Camera
Latest and greatest mini camera from Foxeer for $27 with code zf8enhVB |
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GNB 2s 450mah battery
Great price for this excellent battery, just $3 with code 4uLzxJX4 starting 24 Nov |
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Fatshark 7.4V 18650 Li-ion Battery Case
Genuine fatshark battery case with indicator. $12 with code NhWEmcjP |
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Emax LS2207 motor
Light and efficient new generation motors from emax. $12 with code RSHQ4ydQ starting 24 Nov |
Big Update 22 November 2018
HappyModel Mobula7
Cheapest it's ever been at the big retailers: $79 here. My review of this amazing 2s brushless whoop is here. |
HGLRC Hornet 120
This is one of the best 2.5" quads currently available, lowest price it's been at $109 here. |
FlySky FS-i6 i6 2.4G Transmitter.
Excellent value for an entry level transmitter that does everything you need. Only $37 here |
FRSKY XM+ MICRO D16 SBUS FULL RANGE RECEIVER
My favourite FRSKY receiver I prefer to the more expensive R-XSR since I use OSD rather than telemetry. Flash sale bargain $10 |
TOPSKY Prime 1S FPV Goggle 86-degree FOV 640 x 480 LCD
Not a lot known about these yet but the specs are impressive for a budget goggle. $20 less than banggood at $79 here. |
Diatone 2019 GT R239 ( R90 ) 2 inch 3S FPV Racing RC Drone
Diatone's very lastest micro brushless. This one is 2", 3s with propgaurds down to $124 here |
Eachine US65 UK65 65mm Whoop
Probably the best brushless whoop going if limited to indoor flight. $69 here |
Eachine EV800D 5.8G 40CH Diversity FPV Goggles 5 Inch 800*480
Universally regarded as the best box goggle option on special for $85 here |
STX225 DIY Version FPV Racing RC Drone Kit
According to AndyRC, this is his favourite budget 5" FPV quadcopter. Currently on special here for $94 |
Updated 20 November 2018
LST - S2 Micro CMOS FPV Camera
Still one of my favourite AIO cams at around 3.5g with a great picture. On special for $10 here |
AKK Infinite DVR VTX 25/200/600/1000mW
This is an excellent VTX that I've installed in my emax hawk 5 here. It has all the latest features plus they have shoe-horned a DVR in on the same board. This was initially listed at $30-40 so using the code 'Toyho' makes this great value here at $22 |
Updated 19 November 2018
Aomway Commander Goggles V1
I've used the Quanum Cyclops, Eachine EV100, Amoway Commander V2 and the Commander V1 here. There are my favourite and the lowest price the have ever been at $239. My take on these goggle is here. |
HappyModel Mobula7 FRSKY non-eu and others
This micro ducted bursless 1-2s quadcopter is the find of 2018. You can run it indoors but it has a silly amount of power for outside too. My review is here. Interestingly my contact at Banggood has told me that new stock is only being sent to Banggood at present given they are the biggest retailer. $89 for version with 4 x 1s batteries |
Updated 17 November 2018
FrSky Taranis X-LITE 2.4GHz ACCST 16CH RC Transmitter
My favourite transmitter on a rare discount. Get it at this link for only $115. My full review is here: frsky-taranis-x-lite-full-review-throw-it-in-your-pack-and-go.html |
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Updated 15 November 2018
Fatshark Dominator HD3 Core FPV Goggles
This is the lowest price I have ever seen fatshark HD3 goggles. On special for $329 |
SKYSTARS G730L 7 inch PNF Quadcopter
7 inch quadcopter with a genuine runcam swift 2 that will run up to 6s with 2306 1800kV motors. On special for $159 - a lot of quad for the money |
SKYSTARS Baby Turtle 145DVR With runcam split mini 2
This is a fully featured 3 inch quad that includes a runcam split mini 2 for full HD video recording on board. On special for $127 (A runcam split mini on it's own is $70 by the way) |
Updated 13 November 2018
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HAPPYMODEL Mobula7 75mm 2S Indoor Brushless Whoop
This is the version with 4 x 1s batteries and the more advance multi-charger. I'm in the process of reviewing mine and can say this is a surprisingly good micro quad that has all the benefits of a whoop with the power of a proper brushed micro. On special here for $86 which is the cheapest I've seen at present. |
Nitecore D4 Li-ion Ni-MH NiCd LiFePO4 Smart LCD Battery Charger
If you weren't aware Nitecore is probably the premium brand in Li-Ion charging. THis is a fully featured charger that will take pretty much any cell 26650 and smaller includine 18650 and 18500. Down from $33 to $10 with the code GBLEDQC01 |
EMAX Pagoda Stubby - 3B 30mm RHCP SMA Male
Well made Pagoda antenna for 5.8GHz FPV video. This version is a stubby SMA mount and is only $4 here. |
The big 11.11 sales have started trickling in so I'll be listing the best deals here
Updated 6 November 2018
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Emax BabyHawk R Pro Bind and Fly $129
The Hawk 5 is a well thought out upgrade to the babyhawk r I reviewed here. This model adds smart audio. an f4 processer and BLHELI32 amongst other improvements. $129 is the lowest price it's been and is available here. Pay $10 deposit now and the balance of $119 on the 10th or 11th of November. |
Updated 5 November 2018
KINGKONG/LDARC TINY GT7 75mm
Kingkong's latest 2s only brushless whoop with 1.5" props. PNP on special here for $110 |
KINGKONG/LDARC TINY GT8 87.6mm
Kinkong latest 2s only brushless whoop with 1.9" props and ball-bearing motors. PNP version on special here for $110 |
GLONASS+GPS BN-180 Micro Double GPS
This will allow you to measure speed or location in betaflight OSD. Under half price here at $10 |
Updated 3 November 2018
MAMBA F405 Betaflight Flight Controller 40A 3-6S DSHOT600 ESC
This stack has an f4 flight controller and 3-6s 40a ESC. Super value at $45 here |
Realacc X-lite Shoulder Bag Handbag for FrSky X-lite
Good looking grabbag to fit the x-lite, goggles and tools on special for $18.99 here |
SKYSTARS X120 BOLT Micro Brushless Kit
This kit will need is assembly but represents good value if you are prepared to build. My review here. Buy for $107 here. |
LST - S2 Micro CMOS FPV Camera
Still one of my favourite AIO cams at around 3.5g with a great picture. On special for $12 here |
Mini Transparent ABS Propeller 30mm 0.8mm shaft
Some very nice little crystal coloured props. Bargain at $2.70 for 12 props here |