I've taken my time choosing my components for this build where the objective was not the cheapest but the best value for branded parts. Some of the choices in this value bracket were easy (like the mamba stack and emax eco motors) but some like frame and props have a lot to do with personal preference. Actual cost of the build was about $150 using typical coupons and discounts.
More details on the why I chose the parts I did and the alternatives here:
https://www.quadifyrc.com/reviews/the-sweet-spot-5-freestyle-part-1-component-choice
Review of all the parts, DVR, HD footage etc. here:
https://www.quadifyrc.com/reviews/the-sweet-spot-value-5-freestyle-part-2-full-review
Frame |
iFlight XL5.5 Lowrider V3 5.5 inch Freestyle Frame Kit Arm 5mm for FPV Racing Drone
(2 builds)
Banggood.com
|
$37.23 |
Flight Controller |
MAMBA F405 Betaflight Flight Controller F40 40A 3-6S DSHOT600 FPV Racing Brushless ESC
(55 builds)
Banggood.com
|
$42.99 |
Motors |
4 x Emax ECO Series 2306 6S 1700KV 4S 2400KV Brushless Motor for RC Drone FPV Racing
(77 builds)
Banggood.com
|
$63.96 |
Propellers |
Gemfan Hurricane 51466 Propeller (Set of 4 - Choose Color)
(21 builds)
Getfpv.com
|
See Site |
FPV Camera |
RunCam Robin 700TVL 1.8/2.1mm FOV 160/145 Degree 4:3 NTSC & PAL Switchable CMOS FPV Camera
(11 builds)
Banggood.com
|
$24.90 |
FPV Transmitter |
Eachine TX805 5.8G 40CH 25/200/600/800mW FPV Transmitter TX LED Display Support OSD/Pitmode/Smart Audio
(21 builds)
Banggood.com
|
$16.99 |
Antenna |
Banggood.com
(9 builds)
Banggood.com
|
See Site |
Receiver |
FrSky XM+ SBUS Mini Receiver
(1149 builds)
Getfpv.com
|
See Site |
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