rc 2 v. rc n3

[spamgnome]

I'm about to buy my 3rd DJI drone, probably the Air 3S. I like the idea of the RC-2 controller just because it's all-in-one, simple, etc, BUT what are the down sides? I've read that the screen is not as bright as my iPad mini? Can I attach a phone or tablet if needed? Is the transmission signal the same between the two?
Looking for some real world data. Thanks.

 

[Droning on and on...]

The screen is brighter than X, not as bright as Y... that's always going to be true.

A better answer is owner's subjective impressions... Bright enough? For me, the vast majority of the time.

I'm very happy with the RC2, fly a mini 4P , Air 3, and Neo with it.

 

[HoozierDroneDaddy]

The only review I had read where the RC2 had negative comments were the screen brightness, and distance before signal loss. The signal loss was a shorter distance than the other. However, both of those distances were well beyond VLOS and safe flying distances, and most rule following and safe pilots would not be out that far. So as long as you can accept the 700 nits, the RC2 would still be the winner in my opinion.
I have smart controllers for all of my drones, and just ordered the Air 3s with the RC2.

 

[Bsnyder]

When I also got my new drone I looked at getting the RC2, thinking like you it would be easier to use. I have always flown with a tablet first a mini 4 iPad and now a 6th generation iPad and when I saw how small in comparison it was to my iPad I decided not to get one. If I were you try flying your drone with your phone and see if you like what you see and would be happy flying with something that size. I don't think you can connect a tablet to the RC2 controller.

 

[NZBob]

There are a couple of Youtube videos showing how to connect an iPad to an RC-2, but does not connect easily. You use a USB-C to HDMI cable from the RC-2, then plug it into a video capture card plugged into the iPad. Then you run special software on the iPad to show the feed. They said it worked well as long as you turned everything on in the right order and put up with the lag!

I am very happy with the RC-2 with my Air 3s, but I have fitted a 'SunnyLife' case and sunhood to make it work better.

 

[moldorf]

I'm about to buy my 3rd DJI drone, probably the Air 3S. I like the idea of the RC-2 controller just because it's all-in-one, simple, etc, BUT what are the down sides? I've read that the screen is not as bright as my iPad mini? Can I attach a phone or tablet if needed? Is the transmission signal the same between the two?
Looking for some real world data. Thanks.

a lot of people are fine with the RC screens.. I'm not; my eyes are too old and my fingers are too big for that smaller, less-bright screen

I have a Tripltek 8. The screen is almost twice the size of the 5.5 inch RC screen and the 1200 nits vs 700 nits is significant. Those two factors make the Tripltek a major upgrade...for me. at least. It also has a huge battery.

it does make for a heavier control, but that's easily mitigated with a lanyard. And there are solid mounting brackets available so you can mount it to the RC-N1-3.

it is an extra device you have to keep track of. But it's also a fully functioning Android tablet. It even has a sim card slot

the biggest drawback is the expense. The Tripltek 8 costs $900; the new Tripltek 9 costs $1100. Say ouch!

but I have already absorbed the cost of the Tripltek so when/if I buy a new drone I get the cheaper RC N1 controller. I have 3 DJI drones and each has their dedicated RC N1. That way I don't mess around with locking/unlocking to switch drones

people talk about the ready-to-fly time of the RC 2's etc. That may be valid. But I don't keep my drone in my car just in case I come across a flying opportunity. The car is just not secure enough. I fly with prior intention to fly so the Tripltek is already mounted and ready when I get to a home point. I'm ready to fly just in seconds

but again....a lot of pilots are just fine with those screens on the RC's

 

[Platoon]

a lot of people are fine with the RC screens.. I'm not; my eyes are too old and my fingers are too big for that smaller, less-bright screen

I have a Tripltek 8. The screen is almost twice the size of the 5.5 inch RC screen and the 1200 nits vs 700 nits is significant. Those two factors make the Tripltek a major upgrade...for me. at least. It also has a huge battery.

it does make for a heavier control, but that's easily mitigated with a lanyard. And there are solid mounting brackets available so you can mount it to the RC-N1-3.

it is an extra device you have to keep track of. But it's also a fully functioning Android tablet. It even has a sim card slot

the biggest drawback is the expense. The Tripltek 8 costs $900; the new Tripltek 9 costs $1100. Say ouch!

but I have already absorbed the cost of the Tripltek so when/if I buy a new drone I get the cheaper RC N1 controller. I have 3 DJI drones and each has their dedicated RC N1. That way I don't mess around with locking/unlocking to switch drones

people talk about the ready-to-fly time of the RC 2's etc. That may be valid. But I don't keep my drone in my car just in case I come across a flying opportunity. The car is just not secure enough. I fly with prior intention to fly so the Tripltek is already mounted and ready when I get to a home point. I'm ready to fly just in seconds

but again....a lot of pilots are just fine with those screens on the RC's

Like you I use my Tripltek 9 PRO with my 3 DJI drones and my Autel EVO 2. I can no longer imagine going back to flying with a small, dim controller. I truly believe this has been the best investment I’ve made for my hobby.

 

[moldorf]

Like you I use my Tripltek 9 PRO with my 3 DJI drones and my Autel EVO 2. I can no longer imagine going back to flying with a small, dim controller. I truly believe this has been the best investment I’ve made for my hobby.

yeah, I'm very satisfied with my Tripltek

by the way, Tripltek s making a Mini. It's a phone with a 6.1" screen. 1300 nits. Too high a price IMO

https://www.amazon.com/TRIPLTEK-Sus...id=1737404701&sprefix=tripltek,aps,168&sr=8-3