RadioMaster TX16S vs Spektrum DX6/7/8/9... No Brainer?!? 

Thanks!!

Glad you are liking it, definitely an adjustment, but the possibilities are endless and it’s such a great value compared to spektrum products

Good to know. Thanks.

The 2nd isn't really in the handle

Are you sure about the usage of the Spektrum antennas? Spektrum itself speaks about diversity antennas

I love mine for all my planes. Works well and uses cheaper rxes!

@@CustomFPV So I'm still having trouble figuring out this TX16s If I can't figure this thing out I'm going to sell it. Can you recommend an easy video that explains how to use it in a common sense way. So many videos speak in such technical jargon I don't understand them. Thanks in advance, Kurt

Of course!!

Thanks!!

Yeah, That was pointed out to me. Sorry about that. Good function to have on both radios though :)

i informally have, just not made a video on it. I have found that range on the internal module is about the same as the spektrum stuff, and it really depends on the receiver you choose and your antenna mounting. If you are concerned about range, don’t be. I have been flying my fleet of 30 planes off the internal module since july 2020 without issue. my only recommendation is to get a good receiver for your plane. that will shape the experience. thanks for watching!

@@CustomFPV thank you once again,,, very helpful....!!!!!

No problem!

Good to know, that’s not what horizon hobby told me.

I also found that in the manual itself

I am very glad!

No doubt! this is very good advice, and it all depends on the experience you desire in the hobby. Some people have $500 to drop on a radio and want a reliable, well-known, simple experience, and a spektrum radio is great for that. I'd say in terms of ease of use spektrum is running laps around radiomaster even in 2023... keep in mind this video is 3 years old. If you simply want to buy a plane, charge it, fly it, and then land it and repeat over and over to your heart's content, thats a great case for spektrum. Radiomaster obviously has the cost advantage but it also has a much greater "potential" for features and use cases, depending on how invested you would like to be. Yes, it has a steep learning curve in the beginning, but you can do crazy things with open/edgeTX... and thats huge. A lot of people get into flying to learn, and take that learning curve with stride, but its totally understandable that something simple and reliable has great advantages too. Thanks for watching!

@@CustomFPV I am more focused on challenge of building and flying scale models, want RC system that is simple to use and reliable. Thanks for the video.

Spektrum makes good gear too, but I love my TX16s. Happy flying!

You're not going to see people flying expensive planes using these radios.

@@blue03r6 I have flown plenty of very expensive things with my TX16s. Would I fly a 10,000 large scale jet? probably not. but I don't do that type of flying anyways. my TX16s has been perfectly dependable for the past 2.5 years its been out.

@@blue03r6 You're are not going to see many people driving Ferraris wearing working man's clothes either. (Well unless they're designed by Gucci/Armani/etc!) Doesn't mean they should be let loose on the track at Monza though. 😜🙄😬

agreed

I don’t have much experience with the NAZA stuff, I would head to the mixer tab where you can assign switches to different channels then you can address those switches through the channels in software and program the flight modes. that’s how betaflight does it anyways.

Yes, agreed. those would be more comparable radios. however, my main constraint here was price. the question i was answering was: If i have around $200 to spend, do i go radiomaster or spectrum?

Thanks for the comment! I have been able to get safe and as3x functionality to work (I made a seperate tutorial on that) but I am unsure about the safe select and telemetry. I bet it is possible, just made more difficult because of the lack of integration w/ spektrum’s proprietary technology. Hope that helps!

Ive done that, but the HH rep I talked to when I had an issue with something else Told me that that voided the warranty, crazy right?

@@CustomFPV you should not have told then just stick the damn pad back. Most of the time the support reps don't know what they are talking about.

Yeah, it’s frustrating

This video was actually made before the ELRS option even existed!! crazy right. this was in summer 2020.

It would be about the same, but the versatility on the radiomaster-xfire offering yields a much better deal imo - I filmed this video 6 months ago. Since then I have been flying and pushing the range of the internal module to its limits. I have only had one brown out, which is better than my luck with the dx6/6e. I would say the radiomaster is still completely sufficient for anything you would use the DX6 for.

@@CustomFPV Your credibility suffers when you misuse much misunderstood term "brownout". Brownouts are not really the fault of the RC system, but are related to problems with the current capacity of the BEC part of electronic speed controls or flight battery packs used in IC powered models (or) number of servos, operating simultaneously, exceeds capacity of BEC or flight batteries causing reduction in voltage as seen by the receiver causing receiver to go into reset mode with loss of control. Some receivers were more sensitive to low voltage dips and are more prone to go into reset mode "brownout" . Use of flight stabilizers causes more servos to draw more current with possible "brownout" problems. Not a simple subject!

@@garygullikson6349 Certainly isn't simple at all, and I never claimed to be an expert. I'm sure you could have understood what I meant there, but with everything, take the things you hear with a grain of salt. These opinions are simply my own, they aren't facts. You can believe whatever you want and it might be more correct than this! However, I do have experience and "brownout" "failsafe" "control loss" or whatever you want to call it in your heart to seem smarter than me is fine, but you understood here. I had a loss of RC control link in these scenarios. Anyways, happy flying, and I hope you were able to take something away from this video.

Interesting... Looks like you may have gotten one out of the latest batch.

Mine too. Got mine las tuesday, the jul 21st

Yeah, money is a big reason to go for the TX16s. I still think I would go for it even if they all were the same price though. Just my opinion.

@@CustomFPV thanks, ok will buy the radiomaster tx16.

Yeah, Horizon Hobby Support is Always Dodgy, especially with the spektrum lineup. Ive had negative experiences all around when trying to get my DX6 serviced. I went with the TX16s and havent looked back.

Its expandable via the SD card, so is the sky is the limit. I would't be concerned about it, I have 50 models on the stock SD Card without issue, but you can get an upgraded one for a few bucks and you will be set. In terms of the voice, yes! Same answer. With OpenTX, again the sky is the limit, there is a decent variety of default phrases and options available, but you can configure it in the OpenTX software for it to say anything you want, you can switch the voice, I think you can even record if you would like and use that. In short, spektrum voice alerts may be a little easier to set up, but.the OpenTX interface wins all day in the features realm, and as an experienced hobbyist I think thats what you want if you don't mind a little learning curve. Thanks for watching!

@@CustomFPV How many of us need to keep more than 10 models flyable and programmed into our RC systems?

Radiomaster!! best all around imo and especially for price. I’m on my 2nd now and I upgraded to the TX16s mk2 max with AG01 CNC gimbals. feels better than any spektrum or frsky radio i’ve flown. I use ELRS for my quads and spektrum for my planes. Not sure which protocol you would fly for helis but the internal module has been perfectly reliable on the DSMX and Frsky protocols.

It’s a good point, i don’t fly much HH models but I have done it without safe with no problem. the as3x is onboard so it still works, it’s not dependent on the transmitter

Well you heard wrong, cause I have used them on my Radiomaster with no issues

I do, all my planes are spektrum. I have had even better range so far with my planes on the radiomaster, not gonna say that the module is better than the spektrum one but in my experience so far it is. Im in the clear with no issues as of yet. Parkflyer range

thanks for the kind words!!

I don’t think so. sorry

I believe so, Not totally knowledgeable on that. I will try it out and get back to you next time I get a chance. Thanks!

@@CustomFPV thanks for the reply really appreciate it

Yes

Yes, may not be as seamless as the actual spektrum systems but it does work.

Same.

I believe so. I don't have personal experience but I do know that I was able to access telemetry when connected to my SPM4650 Quad RX, so you should be able to in theory. The TX16s also has full support for a telemetry interface so I can't see why not. Again, not a definite yes but chances are you will be able to. hope that helps!

Would't go buy This radio for DSMX protocols operations, may be for flysky, frsky...

Yes, multi supports full Spektrum telemetry.

Of course! I actually have 2 setup videos on that very topic uploaded already: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-CYO3bN1vLg4.html ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-afN56Zw_tJw.html As for openTX. The learning curve is certainly there, but learning the software is very rewarding. If you are super concerned, Spektrum’s interface is guess free and overall robust for beginners to find success with. One thing that may have frustrated you about your old jumper is the small screen and basic interface system running advanced software. Thanks to the big full color screen, the radiomaster is much more well laid out and it’s easier to navigate around in my opinion. overall, youtube tutorials will be invaluable, and after a few of those, you will be well on your way. I hope that helps!

If it runs openTX and you have a multiprotocol module, you should be in the same boat as me.

The TX12S is ONLY suitable for ALL Spektrum planes if you add a FULL 4-in-1 Multi Protocol Module in the JR bay on the back. It is ONLY sold as either the ELRS Internal Module Version OR the single chip CC2500 internal version. The single chip CC2500 DOES NOT do Spektrum! The best value with the TX12S is ELRS Internal + full 4-in-1 External Module. There are other smaller/cheaper Multi Radios that Do include an internal 4-in-1 module - EG Jumper T-Lite V2 4-in-1 model is about the cheapest now if you can tolerate the small game-pad controllers. All of the OpenTX/EdgeTx Multi Radios ARE a fairly steep learning curve for tech dummies but, once you get used to them, even the cheapest ones will URINATE on even the $1000+ Spektrum radios in what they can do. Your hobby, your money - enjoy/waste it how you will. 😉😊

I use crossfire and have infinite range and zero issues. it’s great

Unfortunately I’ve sold both my dx6 and dx6e already, but thanks for your interest. The DX6 is a worthy upgrade to the 6e, I’ve seen quite a few floating around the RCGroups Classifieds for under 130 shipped!!

Yes it can, I am working on a video to show how to set up flight modes via channel assignments. I will add the prices in the description, but here they are - RM TX16s: Base = $100, Hall Version = $140, MasterFire (Crossfire Included) = $190 Spektrum DX6E: $150-170 Spektrum DX6: $230-250 Spektrum DX8E: $230-250 Spektrum DX8: $300-350 Spektrum DX9: $350-400

Im really enjoying my tx16s, on my 2nd one with AG01s now. Theres still no doubt that spektrum has better build quality and USA support. If you are only flying planes spektrum is great, but the TX16s is the best all around

I’ve had this discussion with others in this comment section, and the general consensus is that the range is better on the RM TX16S than the DX9. I have had some time to give this some real world testing and it has definitely outperformed my dx6. Thanks!

@@CustomFPV great thanks very much

Valid points, It’s really up to the user to decide what he/she needs. I find the TX16s to be the perfect radio for me, it may not be for you. Just my opinions shared here. Thanks for watching!

The only reason I want specktrum capability is for a couple of their bind and flys otherwise I prefer using flysky and frsky recievers so the tx16 works great for that plus I use crossfire for the big balsa planes which has a better link than any 2.4 system.

@@kwhopper1100 I brought a multimodule a few years back for my Q X7 with the intent of using it almost exclusively for Spektrum BNF models. It works fine, even the telemetry gets picked up & displayed so now I'm upgrading to this.

Good question lol

its like grabbing barbecue tongs...better check they are still moving

Fair. I have had little experience outside of the spektrum ecosystem, and Yes, I did encounter issues with range and brown outs on my DX6E before upgrading to my dx6, But then the diversity antenna kept signal strength strong. I guess I just assumed that the “aftermarket” DSMX module wouldn’t be as good as the genuine, and of course 2 is better than one on the antennas. I have had no issues thus far however so maybe I was wrong!

Nearly all Spektrum users at my field and there don't seem to be many problems. Personally, I use a Jumper T12 with Crossfire Micro module and don't have any problems. Before switching to Crossfire, I had a couple issues with RXSR receivers, but it seemed to really be an issue with the receiver to flight controller interface.

I've had this problem. It seems to me that Spektrum is sensitive to _some_ kinds of interference; I've managed to more or less pin-point where it happens on our field and test with both DSMX & Frsky. The Spektrum gear seems to rapidly lose responsiveness before then locking out whereas Frsky just goes kind of 'mushy' but is still mostly manageable. No RSSI / range warnings though. 🤨 But anyway I now only use Spektrum on BNF's so not a big deal.

Sorry, No. You see, the TX16S and the iX20 are very comparable radios in the features department, but when it comes to price there is no question. I don't know one person who has enough money to just throw into a radio like that, or someone who would rather buy a 1400 dollar radio rather than a 140 dollar radio and a bunch of quads/planes/helis. you get the point. There is simply no comparison. The DX6 is one of the closest in price to the TX16S, and obviously it lacks in comparison, but thats just what you get with a spektrum product. Its quality, but very overpriced in comparison. And you know what? I'm just gonna say it. I would rather have the TX16S over the iX20 price aside! OpenTX is much more powerful than Spektrum's Android OS and also lets not forget about the multiprotocol module inside, and the JR Bay that natively supports crossfire... The fact that I am saving 90% of the money is just the cherry on top. That's my opinion, maybe money is no object to you and you are willing to pay however much it takes to have a spektrum radio that is barely comparable to the TX16 or T16 or other openTX models. You do you. Thanks for watching!

That is a ridiculous comparison. The spectrum would cost a similar amount of money to manufacturer has the radio master but the margins and make-up on spectrum is out of control. The radiomaster is light years ahead. Opentx will be the only protocol in the next few years.

For sure!!!

Overpriced Spekjunk, no way. I can do more stuff with Open tx then what barely an ix20 can do

You can buy it from a whole host of online vendors, as well as local hobby shops. If you want to purchase from the manufacturer direct, try horizonhobby.com or spektrumrc.com

HorizonHobby.com because they are the company that owns Spektrum

Yep, little harder to setup and you will have a tough time getting any integrated telemetry to work but it should all work out! I did a few videos on it, check my channel

@@CustomFPV okay. Thank ya

@@CustomFPV Hey CustomRcMods, I won a used X-Vert from an indoor airplane show. Everyone is telling me I need a spectrum radio to fly it. I bought the Radio Master Tx16s, bit can no figure out how to bind it. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks

For sure! Thanks for pointing that out.

You gotta create all new ones unfortunately. it’s a process.

@@CustomFPV 👍

Definitely, especially pairing the tx16s with crossfire or ELRS it’s great!

@@CustomFPV yes sir

Not sure, I saw rumors of the TX18s, a direct competitor to the Jumper T18... haven't heard much of the TX12.

Yes, it's been out for a while now.

I love mine, nearly 2 years in

@@CustomFPV Just got mine it's the V3 Gold model just before the MKll

@@CustomFPV Need someone who can help me swap to EdgeTx. I watched some videos and it looks complicated 😆😂

I been flying rc for more than 30 years now. Futaba for about 15 years. Changed to JR since is more user friendly. The JR 9303 2.4ghz. Then came the DX9 which became my daily driver for 5 years. Bought one JR XG8 and right after the JR XG14, all flying on my 35%ers gas planes. Always flawless. 2 years ago I got the tx16s on pre order. Tried on a nitro trainer plane and liked. Decided to put on another 35% plane ( Pilot RC 107”Yak 55 ), easy to set up. Just last Saturday I replaced the gimbals with the aluminum cnc version: loved. Now the yak is the plane I want to fly more not because of the plane itself, but because of the radio. Hands down my daily driver now. You don’t have one, get one! Scared of try on a big gas plane, don’t be!

I’ve already got them sold off unfortunately, I am getting one back potentially so I will keep you in the loop. That’s a great cause though! Thanks for watching!

The DX6 is back up for sale. Here is the eBay listing if you are interested: www.ebay.com/itm/383622101350

@@CustomFPV Dang! Its already sold! Was that a 2 day auction?

I agree!!! The TX16S is on a whole nother level compared to the spektrum gear!

not entirely true. you need the full size crossfire module, which doubles (at least) the price let alone the extra cabling you need and a mount for it. The DX6 doesn’t have the lua scripts to configure the micro TX.

@@CustomFPV the extra cabling is one 2 wire trainer cable...and of course you need to power it. $149 for the full size but it has other benefits over the "module" version. As for a mount....Velcro

yep - It’s possible, just not as plug-n-play and simple - pile that up with the fact that no other JR TX Module devices are compatible I think the TX16s has a clear edge imo, but you run what you like 👍

Check spektrum firmware first.

Fair points, and just like anything, if there is a feature that really appeals to how you use it, and seals the deal, thats good for you, but not for everyone. And yes, these two can very much be compared, thats exactly what I did here. They each have their own pros and cons, thats a given for two different products on the market. The Model match function is very nice, however, If you set different IDs for each of your RXes (as I do) this is a non-issue because the radio simply won't connect if the ID doesn't line up. That is a really good thought about the RXes on certain IDs being controllable from different TXes, but we must remember that the other TXes don't have bind to the RX, therefore will not be connected to them (its not just a broadcasted signal anyone can tap into like a radio channel, you need to bind) so I am pretty sure the ID numbers is just a way of partitioning and organizing the list of bound RXes on a certain transmitter, but because the other txes arent bound to those RXes. I may be wrong, thats my understanding of it, i am yet to have any issues

I'm nearly a year late but oh well..🙄 With Frsky and quite possibly Spektrum your radio has it's own Globally Unique IDentification (GUID) and it's this + the slot number which gives rise to what is known as model match. And I believe this feature is present in the multimodule code.

Whoa

Your wrong, Radiomaster does have model match

You could always pay attention to the model you are going to fly and stop depending on the transmitter lol

It should, yes. But I can’t personally confirm.

Did it bind ?

@@hayypapi4281 didn’t get a viper after! Sorry

Hold on.... wait up... How much is an iX12!?!? 500 for less features than the radiomaster?!?! what?!!?! Yes. The radiomaster is more comparable to the iX12 than the dx6, but the comparison is the Radiomaster and Spektrum offering based on price. the dx6 is almost 100 more too!!! that’s the point of my comparison. not apples to apples of course, but for people looking to put 200 bucks into a radio, here are 2 options, and the TX16s is way better. Spektrum fanboys have been calling this unfair since i made the video months ago, but it’s not fair how little features you get for how much you pay when you fly spektrum....

CustomRCMods you made some valid point and I understand the cost associated with the ix12. But, I’m more concern about how you are comparing two TX that and way different in technology. The DX6 was designed in 2008 and the TX16 in 2020? That’s like comparing a PS4 to a Commodore 64. So pick a comparison between two that are in the same league of design. Like maybe the TX16 to the jumper or radio link. I was saying ix12 for the tech side. But your right, that is a much more expensive radio but same generation of technology

all the way up to 16!!!

@@CustomFPV thats in d8 d16 mode . Any real literature or proof of 16 channels in dsmx

@@rkelley8475 You are right. it’s 12 channels DSMX, obviously depends on how many channels your RX has as well

Yes, with some restrictions. Make sure to select the proper protocol and frame rate, its probably DSMX 22ms for the X-Vert. People have told me they have had issues getting SAFE and AS3X to function completely, but others have been able to get it working fine. I dont use stabilization on my planes so I am not of much help or opinion in that discussion. Thanks for watching!

@@CustomFPV None the less your response sheds a little light at the end of this tunnel. I will try that, Thank you! Keep up the great work.

Yeah. I run spektrum receivers on most all my planes, they link fine. Good luck!

@@CustomFPV I am trying it now,and it binded and I can move rutters and ailerons but no throttle. sorry I'm new to this.

My bad it doesn't have rutters, but still no throttle

Thanks for Watching!

Or buy a TX16S and use the other $1400 to pay your bills haha. Thanks for watching!

I would hesitate, It would probably be overpriced, but I would be intrigued!

@@CustomFPV Sure, but the quality and reliability would be almost certainly be better than the TX16S.

@@Graeme758 Yes, for sure. Not to say the quality of the radiomaster isn’t there, I haven’t had any issues with mine coming up on a year owning it

@@CustomFPV The whole feel of a TX16S is cheap plastic. With the upgrades, or a Max, it feels ok though. Even when they fix something, like the floppy sliders on the first version, it is a pretty poor attempt, the sliders still have very little resistance and almost no positive centre. There are videos with tips how to fix it but why didn't Radiomaster fix it? Use a Crossfire module and the TX buzzes like a hornet in a bottle. The fix is to move a cable and put in some shielding. Again, why didn't Radiomaster do that? And in the Radiomaster FB group I see as many 'My TX16S doesn't work anymore or arrived broken' as I do questions about function. I will be keeping mine, it's the recent version with two speakers and touch screen, but a small lottery win or a tax rebate and I'll get something with a bit of quality, something that doesn't feel like it came out of a Xmas cracker.

@@Graeme758 I agree with your comments, and as a longtime spektrum user myself spektrum clearly has the upper hand on user experience and quality. However, I’ve had no such issues with the crossfire module, or anything with the radio in general. I’m a big fan of it for what I am doing, it really opens the possibilities up for programming and functionality. That’s what I want. But if you aren’t looking to learn a whole new OS and methodology spektrum is just fine. I never intended to hate on spektrum’s products in this video. They are great reliable radios, but pricey at that and rather locked into their own ecosystem. Either way, they are both good options, you can choose which one suits you best. Thanks for watching!

Spektrum has a US parent company (horizon) and is available in stores so seems much more of a staple product here.

I would agree, except spektrum has a consistent aftermarket still, and doesn’t really work that well. but you get the point

I think Mikado VControl is the Apple of RC with a price to match. :)

I’m saying TX16s for sure, color touchscreen interface, multi protocol module, etc at less of a price! I love mine!

I have both. My last time I use X9D+ was about 3 months ago.

!!!

It should

Number one in price, and coming in last place for features/price. This TX16S has it beat in almost every area. I love mine!

Nope, this video was me switching away from the spektrum DX6 for the TX16S. I absolutely love the TX16S, im on my 2nd one now. My main point with this video is that the spektrum UI is much simpler and easier to use than OpenTX or EdgeTX. It also is better for using with Horizon's proprietary technologies such as SAFE and AS3X which are found on many planes that people own. For a beginner flying some sort of BNF horizon product the spektrum radios are a preferred choice. Now for nearly everyone else, the TX16S is the best option, no question. The EdgeTX interface can be confusing but once you take the time to understand it it is quite intuitive. The 4in1 Module is great for binding to nearly any protocol of 2.4 link and of course ELRS is really where its at these days especially for FPV. The TX16S is also far more adjustable and customizable for each pilot's flying style. So overall, the TX16S is the clear choice, but not for everyone. Its all about what fits your personal application best. Thanks for watching!

Good to note. Thank you. This video was released as soon as I got my pre order so it wasn’t common knowledge

I agree that radiomaster is the super best, but spektrum has given me nothing but issues personally. thanks for watching!

@@CustomFPV Spektrum tergolong radio highend, sudah pasti tidak akan ada banyak masalah ketika digunakan. Ada harga, ada rupa. Orang bilang belum menjadi penghobby rc jika tak miliki spektrum heheheh..... but today... radiomaster dapat kendalikan juga DSMXorDSM2, saya pikir ini solusi mudah dan murah why not tidak mencobanya

I'm a big fan og the tx16s but if you fly exclusively HH BNFs or spektrum products genuine spektrum gear is worth having

@@CustomFPV Sorry but I rather use Radiomaster for my BNF. Spektrum transmitters are trash

I agree!!

But which ELRS transmitter does have a diversity antenna?

@@johannesgoetzen GEMINI

The main advantage to spectrum is it’s user friendliness, something worth more than features to most beginners

@@CustomFPV indeed, Microzone and flysky fsi6 is more sure friendly...🤣

Lmao I get a lot of these comments hahah

16 channels is across all supported protocols on the 4in1 module plus ELRS or Crossfire/Ghost that can be added later. I personally would be choosing a different receiver brand if I was needing that many channels. I also mainly fly quads these days anyways.

Actually with an additional 4-in-1 module in the JR bay, it is NOT a 16 ch radio - it is a 32 ch radio that can use a VERY wide variety of different (up to 16ch) receivers, including Spektrum. Can your current preferred Transmitter do that? And at what price ratio to the TX16S? 🤔

Yeah, This is an old video, I got a lot of these comments and have improved since

@@CustomFPV ok thanks I’ll check the other one out 👍

No worries, you can scroll through the comment section here and see a lot of people agree with you. Thanks for the input, feel free to watch some of my recent videos (this one was filmed 6mo ago) and see how I have improved. Thanks for watching.

Unfortunately I sold my transmitter off months ago, sorry! Look in the "radio equipment" section on the RCGroups Classifieds, there are a lot of good deals on there. That or FB Marketplace, Ebay, etc. Good luck!

@@CustomFPV sir I am From India So In India It's difficult to find sir

True, well good luck, banggood or aliexpress might be your best bet.

@@CustomFPV thanks sir one more question Radio master tx8 would be great for me or tx16s

Id say the TX16s is a way better radio for just a little more money. Can't go wrong with it.

All valid points, Just things to consider. Let me just start off by saying that I have flown spektrum for 4 years now, and driven with them for 6 before that. I have had zero complaints, they are great systems, this just changes the game. I agree, open tx is definitely not a good starter, and thats where I can truly recommend spektrum. Their menus are straightforward and the whole interface is just a breeze. I touched on that in the video. And I have been refused warranty support after opening up another one of my radios to adjust tension, the warranty issue was months later and unrelated. Maybe the support team member was wrong, but either way I was refused assistance. And no actually, it doesn't void the warranty to open up the TX16S. If I recall correctly RadioMaster actually has recommended people to open it up and do the fix themselves rather than waiting for it to ship back and be repaired, but that has been the second option if things didn't work out. I've been hanging around the TX16S RCG Thread where RM has gone above and beyond to satisfy their customers. And okay, I didn't know the DX9 had aux trims, but you are still paying $480 for that... In terms of my RXes, I use a mix, mainly all DSMX, but very few genuine spektrum. A lot of my planes run LemonRX units, which have performed excellent in comparison to my genuine units. Obviously I just switched from the DX6 so it makes sense I am running spektrum at the moment. I usually just try to find what is cheapest, and the Lemons continue to be the best option for me because like their TXes, spektrum's RXes are over the moon expensive. About the module and worries about range, I stand 100% corrected on that. Reason I initially said that was because I had issues with brown outs (Spektrum TX to Genuine Spektrum RX) at my field with my DX6E, as well as my DX6. The cell tower in the corner sometimes doesn't play nice :). Its an easy assumption to make that the DX6 would be the best performer, as it has a genuine spektrum TX Module running diversity antennas. So on the bench it seems like a downgrade to go back to a single antenna and run an aftermarket module. However, so far I am yet to have an issue with the range on this thing. I don't know if it is the output power, antenna quality, or what but It has outperformed the Spektrum TXes so far. One other person in the comments also touched on this and corrected me as well. As for the foamies comment, I only fly foamies, so I guess that doesn't mean much. But if I had a multi thousand dollar plane at this point I wouldn't hesitate to trust the RadioMaster to control it. Like I said, I fly at a field with a cell tower, that has greatly reduced range on my models. All of my models are easily kept in line of sight, but again with the spektrum stuff I had brown outs for some reason even at comparably close range. Anyways, I do think this is an apples to apples comparison in some respects. If you have the money, I am sure you can have a great experience with a DX9, iX12, DX18, iX20, etc. So maybe money is no object to you and flying a $500 dollar radio is a piece of cake, and you buy $100+ RXes every day. A lot of my viewers on this channel are money minded individuals, who are new to the hobby or at the intermediate level. My point in making this video is to show that in comparison to other TXes in this price range, I believe the TX16S reigns superior as a good (preferably 2nd) radio for most people. While I could go out and fly a 4-500 dollar radio myself, that doesn't show my subscribers that there is something Just as good in the $140 dollar range. Also, lets not forget how the RX opens up the playing field for other RXes... people really trying to save money could easily spend under 10 bucks on a FlySky RX and still have a great experience, where if you have a spektrum radio you are limited to getting a $20-30 LemonRX model at the very least, if not a $50-100 Spektrum depending on the model. The goal of my channel is to provide an inspiration for people to get into this hobby and show them that they don't need to completely empty their wallet to do it. I think the TX16S does exactly that, or at least helps someone grow from more of a beginner TX. Thanks for watching, sorry that got a little long. Have a nice day!

I use the specktrum dx6 and the range is terrible. I cant even fly my micro quads to the back of my house without them falling out of the air. I get failsafe's in my 60ft x 60ft backyard if I fly behind something. I took apart my dx6 once and noticed the transmitter is less than 100mw so I don't imagine there is any way that the radiomaster has less range than the dx6.

@@MrKeith5021 If your DX6 is not reaching 60ft there's something seriously wrong with it. I've flown with mine out to to 300 to 400 yds with no fail safes. The range is said to be up to 2.5 km. If you fly behind a tree or a building on 2.4 GHz you will loose signal and that applies to any brand. FYI all radios have an output of 100 mW.

That’s not false. that’s my opinion. this comparison is a no brainer to me. You are watching my video, you are getting my opinion. The only “facts” are for the TX16s. the tx16s has more features that’s a fact. 16 channels, touch screen, multi protocol module, more adjustability, module compatibility, etc. It’s a fact that the dx6 only has 6 channels, it doesn’t have as much adjustability, it doesn’t have a touch screen or a full color lcd screen, etc. see what i’m saying? If you like the dx6 more power to you but that doesn’t make it better than the tx16s, that’s supported by facts and just is my opinion after using both at length. Maybe you are a spectrum fanboy. That’s fine. But that doesn’t make my opinions or the facts I talk about in this video invalid. Thanks for watching!

Agreed!

Well I have rf warnings when I use dsm with the radio master as well while the flysky and frsky seem to be rock solid I’m not sure why that is . However the planes aren’t showing indications of signal loss in flight .

@@kwhopper1100 The received signal strength warnings in OpenTX might need to be adjusted for Spektrum receivers as they use a different scale to Frsky & Flysky.

@@loc4725 going through the multi module website they say you should just turn the warnings off .

@@kwhopper1100 I think I read that back when I was adding my BNF models. There were a couple of posts on RCHaters though, one from a Spektrum employee who stated that the Spektrum telemetry range is comparable to that of FrSky and another on the (IIRC) Multi thread which stated that the RSSI warning hadn't been calibrated, so either do your own tests or just turn it off, which is what was recommended.

Do you own one? or just like spektrum? Either way, your opinions are your own. I have been using my TX16s since I got it, no issues at all. works excellent!!

I echo that 100 percent. Its good stuff and very beginner friendly but overall It takes commitment to actually spend that much on a radio, commitment that a lot of beginners aren't ready for...

Spektrum is utterly unreliable and we have seen in our own eyes many fly aways with Spektrum radios. People are literally fed up and ditching the Tx in the UK

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@@CustomFPV which one is better between tx16 and dx9?

I’m saying TX16S all day. It has more channels, a lot more features, and a much better price

@@CustomFPV tx16 with jumper t18? Thanks

I still think the TX16s is better, It has a more reliable build quality and better gimbals, as well as better support than the jumper. both good though!

Spektrum is easier to configure for beginners, however from my experience FrSky Has better range and performance all around. Pair the TX16S with crossfire and you are in for an experience that Spektrum simply can't replicate.

Hold on here. I literally just unboxed the TX16S…. this video was published the week it came out. I literally was unable to speak long term on this. this is a bench comparison between the radios… and yeah it’s based on my opinions. my video my opinions. And if you want the long term, all my points here have held up after using this radio for 2 years!!

Personally I'd lean towards not trusting anyone whose level of education never got to the stage of correct punctuation/grammar/the ability to distinguish between the use of "your" and "you're" - but then I'm just guessing. 😈😱🙄