TomTop.com still has the best prices for this amazing quad. Use the link in the description of this video, then use this BUGS 3 Coupon code : HXFBUGS25 - $25 off Price after coupon : $89.99 POW!!! djsoulforce
This is my 8th quad and I can tell you I was hesitant buying it ,but I’m glad I did.No gps no fancy electronics but a responsive,smooth and predictable flying quad.This is a flyers drone for people that like to do fast sports flying and flips,rolls etc.Extremely visible at night but I prefer white lights up front and red tail lights in rear.I will change the blue lights soon.Buy one and you won’t regret it.
This quad is going to be a hot one guys. I suggest getting it now, if you're interested, because just like the story of the BayangToys X16, the factories always seem to come up with ways to screw up a good thing with their "upgrades!" The Bugs3 has a cheap price, but it's well built and flies great. It also has a pretty long flight time and the transmitter beeps to warn you when you fly out of range! Comes in Red & Black, both are on sale at TomTop.com, use the links in the description of this video for the BEST PRICE!!!
DJ SOUL FORCE exactly right!! they always do seem to find a way to mess it up! good video by the way my friend & i look forward to seeing this thing in the air! I'll probably have to get me one 🤘✌
Dude, you really should get one... get it now while it's cheap and before they put altitude hold in it (like the Tarantula) hehehe!!!! thanks for watching brother. DJ SOUL FORCE
Soul Force, I bought one of these and modified to accept 2 or 3 cell. The flight is great with 3 cell-- fast, stable, no wobble and flies like a racer-- punch out is very strong, response is extrordinary1
The Bugs 3 is a hot selling quad and it's been very hard to keep in stock. TomTop has apologized and has promised to step up their customer service and answer all inquiries regarding purchases made using this Channel's links. Look for links to purchase the BUGS 3 and COUPON CODES in the DESCRIPTION above. Thanks guys -djsoulforce
I found spare batteries for the Bugs 3 at HobbyWow... best price I could find so far! www.hobbywow.com/en-for-mjx-bugs-3-3d-roll-brushless-rc-quadcopter-b30018-p243414.htm Happy flying guys (and girls!) DJ SOUL FORCE
Thanks! I checked it out and will be getting a few. I'm so excited to take mine out but still too cold and snowy here in WI. Thanks again for the great reviews and tips! I appreciate it!! POW!
Thanks for your comments Joe. I have heard the same negative reports about TomTop so I'm keeping my fingers crossed on this one! This is my first review for TomTop and it's a trial basis, so I'll be waiting for feedback from my viewers. (By the way, I have removed those other comments and blocked that guy from posting again in this channel... thanks) DJ Soul Force
MJX will soon release a camera module that will fit in the nose of the quad. The front headlight is removable and there will be 3 different cameras from the factory. If you search on TH-cam, you'll find a couple of videos where guys have installed FPV in the nose by removing the headlight. Thanks for watching and your question. DJ Soul Force
Yep!!! She's one of the "best bang for the buck" quadcopters ever made to this date. Thanks for watching this video titled "Why You Should Buy It Now" and notice the date posted... it's a couple of years old. If you don't have a spare Bugs 3 in your collection, now's the time to really buy now!!! - th-cam.com/video/j15b27IfxGk/w-d-xo.html Happy flying!!!
Left original in place. Took 5 minutes-- 2 solder joints to internal power cables, pop the top on! Depending on what is charged-- fly either one, back and forth. You lean to the 3S-- cause it MOVES!
The Bugs 3 is a totally manual operated quad. No altitude hold, no headless mode, no GPS or camera. It's a sport flyer but you can mount a camera on it by using the optional long landing gear! I hope this answers your question. Thanks for watching. DJ Soul Force
No, I haven't tried it yet. I have to finish my reviews (for the store) before I begin to modify mine! I have seen a few guys that did it, then complained about the wobble, shakes or strange sounds, etc., so I may pass on that one and start looking for some compatable 2s batteries that may fit. (like some of the Hubsan batteries) Did you get one of these birds (Bugs 3)???
I made the FPV system for the X8 so everything is mounted to the anti vib mount and it easily detaches. That would work great with this quad as it it super low profile one could also low ride mod the landing legs.
Man, I’m surprised you never got yourself an MJX X400. That’s was a fun one! Brushed motors, but fun to fly. Especially deviated. If you ever see one cheap, get to. Hook it up to your multi protocol and have a blast with it. Batteries are cheap and flying it is a weird floaty experience. Take care, Bro!!!
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Hi there! I have a problem with my Eachine VR D2 Pro Googles and I've been watching you and think with all of your experiance you should be able to help me figure out what's going on with my googles. My wife got me a Bugs 3 with the fpv camera and I'm trying to fly fpv with this set up but for some reason when I turn on the google and turn on the Bugs I get a horizontal roll and can't figure out how to make it stop? I've tryed everything I can think of to make it stop but to no luck I can't get it to stop. So my question to you is What can I do to make the horizontal roll stop. I really appreciate your help with this issue. Thanks JR
I've also had problems with my VRD2 Pro goggles picking up the Bugs 3 camera, but my original VRD2 works fine. You can try flipping the toggle switches on top of the camera to select different channels the scan your goggles again. (It's nothing wrong with your goggles, it's the "somewhat strange" channel numbers that the MJX camera uses!) Good luck, let me know how it goes. -djsoulforce
Soul Man-- I have popped the top and very quickly wired with 3S set up' I have a ton of 3S batteries, 1800-2000 workd best. You would not beleive full throttle-- straight up!!! By the way-- God bless you, my man.
...hmmm! that's a tough one to answer. I guess it depends on features and if you're into acro flying. The Bugs3 is a little bigger than the x252, it can't fly inverted, and doesn't have 5.8ghz FPV (yet) but future parts will be easy to add on. They are both sporty as hell, but I'd say get the Bugs3 simply for the "bang for buck!" You cannot beat this value at the current time. My favorite thing about the Bugs3 is the short or tall landing gear, to go from camera bird to sport flyer... the x252 must maintain it's low profile unless you do modifications! Tough choice buddy, good luck (or just get them both, hehehe!!!) DJ SOUL FORCE
Im a builder and modifier Im sure I could do alot of my mods with this bird. I could do a baromiter mod that turns off and on,and keep the sporty mode working. GREAT REVIEW D.J. cheers
I feel you brother, you would love this one. The price is great, it's well built, and yes, it's screaming to be modified! Thanks for watching. DJ SOUL FORCE
when i unlock my engine only the B propellers will go. the two As wont until i push up on the throttle. it makes alittle off while flying. iv already re collaborated and adjusted the trim so many times its frustrating and i cant get anyone to write me more then wonce to tell me to re collaborate it but its not working. is there any other way to maybe restart the whole process an completely colab it like it just came out of the box or somthing? or anything else i could try. it would be greatly appreciated i cant find anything anywhere.
I'm sorry Derek, I can't think of anything else that you could try except for "re-binding the transmitter or calibrating the gyros (both sticks down to the right or left!). There's no way that I know of to "reset" the quad to factory specs as there's no USB input. Sounds like you're having ESC problems! Good luck, I hope you get it fixed. DJ SOUL FORCE
DJ SOUL FORCE well thank you anyways i will keep trying. i noticed it started doing it after i adjusted the trim one night and havent been able to get it back to normal since. i appreciate it though boss.
(this sounds crazy, but try this) Take off props. Lay quad on floor upside down. Turn on remote, turn on quad, wait for gyros/lights stop blinking. Turn over quad, start motors and throttle up for a few seconds. Shut down both quad & transmitter. Restart as normal, right side up... let me know if any changes. Good luck bro! DJ SOUL FORCE
DJ SOUL FORCE come to think of it the other night when this start happening it did flip over when i landed an sat like that for about 20 seconds before i cut the motors. i am deff going to try that i will be home in about 15 mins an i will let you know. thank you so much man for thinking into it that much. even if it doesnt work i really do appreciate it. alot. no one else would really give me the time. thanks man. let you know soon.
As side note: I never use trim (especially on brushless motor quads - most don't have trim buttons), it's an artificial fix. If your quad is drifting, it's usally caused by the wind. trimming is only a fix for flying in that one direction and will not work when you turn around. If your quad drifts in a no wind situation, it's usually caused by not being on a level surface when you powered up or the quad was not still when the lights were flashing. Gyro calibration should fix any drifting problems. Keep me posted on your issue so we can share that info with others. I'll keep searching for answers and hopefully we'll find your fix bro. DJ SOUL FORCE
Sorry, it does not. The right stick has spring, the throttle does not and there's nothing in the book that shows how to change modes! Good luck, thanks for watching. DJ SOUL FORCE
what is another good drone you would recomend for cheap boss? and still nothing yet i added a video on my channel though to see if anyone comes up with anything
When you say "cheap" there's only one choice for "bang for buck" and it's the Bugs 3! Depending on your budget, skill level, flying style and what kind of quad (brushed/brushless motors) there's almost unlimited choices, so it's hard for me to name just one! (I say get another Bugs 3) Good luck with your decision. DJ SOUL FORCE
Neither one of them are made for aerial photography. They are both considered sport flyers... Get a Phantom 3 Standard for an "all in one" aerial photographer's package and you won't have to add anything!!!
DJ SOUL FORCE well hmm dont have that budget yet tho hehe? Or any other suggestion with that price range? I hear that the bayangtoys have a gps version of it and its not realy expensive either, xk is a bit out of budget also
Yes, the x16 now has GPS but I haven't tested it yet. Right now, I've only seen it listed on AliExpress.com. It has GPS but still no telemetry. Have you looked at the CG035, it has follow me and can carry a sports camera, but it's too small for gimbal. (It's hard to get everything that you want in one cheap package!) Good luck with your search! DJ Soul Force P.S. Search AliExpress for the x380. I bought one for Christmas for $149 (on sale) but the usual prices now are around $210!!!! (try a Google search)
DJ SOUL FORCE i think im gonna go with x380 but still i need telementry so bad lmao? I dont think the x380 had telemetry tho? Can you add telemetry to the x380
No, you'll be ok. The Bugs 3 have super bright LEDs and the front headlight is great, even in bright sunlight! Good luck with your Bugs 3!!! DJ Soul Force
The Bugs 3 is bigger and more powerful and is capable of carrying a gimbal & sports camera. However, the x251 has a much better transmitter is probably more durable than the Bugs 3. At todays prices, the Bugs 3 is a much better buy at around $89 bucks! Good luck with your decision. DJ SOUL FORCE
Ok Im a little perplexed I see the bugs 2 for 120.00 from a u.s. warehouse and 194.00 from a china warehouse.Can someone explain this to me .I think I Iike the bugs 2 better than the 50/50 crapshoot hubsan 501s.If I can get the bugs 2 for 120.00 wouldnt that be a better choice ?.Thanks for your expert advice Soulman.
Hi. I've been researching a lot about this drone and a lot of people talk about it only flies 8 minutes or less, will it be an issue? When I saw your video, I was more confused because the real time was 17 minutes. I understand that the weather and temperature conditions are factors, but that someone says that with an installed Camera flies for only 8 minutes is half the time of what the manufacturer says so I still have not decided! Thanks for your advise!
I'm averaging anywhere from 11 to 15 minutes flight time. Check my channel for more Bugs 3 test flights with different batteries. Thanks for watching. DJ SOUL FORCE
Thank you for the info. I still love my Bugs, but wish that I can try it with the Taranis (I bought it to use it on the simulator before I build a more expensive quad).
I would get it a long time ago but i don't want to register it): that'll be to much work for me i also live about 3.8,/4.4 miles from airport what should i doo i only fly outside my house u got any tips on what I should doo?
I'm not quite sure, but I think the Bugs 3 is under 1/2 pound and does not require registration. (click the link in description of video for more info, including weight) Registration is easy and done online. Only cost $5 and your registration number can be used on all of your quads. Your number is given to you immediately and you can fly worry free! Don't miss out on the "quad of the year!" the Bugs 3 is an amazing quadcopter and is very cheap. Good luck. DJ SOUL FORCE
Yes, you're still restricted to not flying within 5 miles of an airport (unless you call the tower in advance and notify them that you'll be flying). And yes, you need to stay under 400' AGL altitude. I haven't weighed my Bugs 3, but I know it's over 1/2 pound so you DO need to register with the FAA.. Registration is super easy and cheap.
No, sorry, I haven't received any information as of yet. Usual trend is, about a month or two after the quad is released (and it sells) then you'll start to see accessories, upgrades and spare parts. Thanks for watching... good question! DJ SOUL FORCE
I found spare batteries for the Bugs 3 at HobbyWow... best price I could find so far! www.hobbywow.com/en-for-mjx-bugs-3-3d-roll-brushless-rc-quadcopter-b30018-p243414.htm Happy flying guys (and girls!) DJ SOUL FORCE
I have tried and tried to contact tomtop on their website but nothing seems to work. Any advice you can give or info to get in touch with them? Ordered two bugs back in February and still nothing. They listed them as sent out with tracking numbers but those tracking numbers are not recognized by any of the carriers.
I got my Bugs 3 two days ago and have flown it twice with my Xiaomi Yi Action Cam with the stock camera bracket. I only got a scosh over 11 minutes on each flight from fully charged batteries. How long did you get on yours? To be fair, I had the weight of the camera and the lights were on but still, I don't think the advertised 18 minutes flight time is accurate.
I'm getting the same with my Yi cam on it. In my first review, I flew the Bugs 3 with short landing gear, no camera and got over 17 minutes. So yes, the weight of the Yi camera makes a big difference. I recently took off the long landing gear & camera holder, put the 808 Keychain camera on and got about 16 minutes. So yes, you can get close to 18 minutes, only with nothing on it and not too many flips. Overall, the Bugs 3 gets two thumbs up from me!!! Thanks for watching & all of your feedback brother. DJ SOUL FORCE
I bought the 3h to replace my practice drone, but i barely practice with it because it's so dang fast. got the mini in my cart for next month. great video.
Thanks for watching and your feedback. Check my channel for a couple of videos on the Bugs 3H. I never got the Bugs 3 Mini, but it's pretty fast too! Good luck, happy flying!!!
I realize this is an old vid but this is the most appropriate place to let you know of this info. Force 1 Facebook page in offers tab you will find a 70% off coupon code. It expires today 1/24. Last night I used it and purchased the F100 package for a tank of gas..$45. With Amazon Prime shipping
Hey Mr. Soul Force ( I'm sticking with your original channel name for now lol ) .. I hope all is good at your end. Well I've been away from quads for about a year due to funds, but just recently I got another X5 (previous ones lost or burned motors) , to brush up on my rusty amateur skills ! While I await the arrival of my Bugs 3 !!!! took me 18 months but I finally got one coming , original spec too as far as I know. Revisited your channel, among the others I'm still subbed to, to refresh my mind on all the tips n tricks you guys give out in your videos. I'll be a regular viewer again now, it's time to step up to brushless !! All the very best to you and yours, and for the second time (1st being a year ago) Thanks for this particular video : Thumbs cloudward :) 👍👍👍
I'm just guessing right now, but I'd say the Bugs3 is faster. That will make a nice video, so I'll test them together one day soon. Thanks for watching. DJ SOUL FORCE
would you say it's faster by a lot? I already own the H501s and deciding if this one with worth getting (because of the price), I used to own a JJRC X1 which was really fast for a toy grade brushless but also flew like crap (yaw lag)...
Yes, it's a lot faster. The Bugs3 motors seem to be a tiny bit bigger than the H501s and the Bugs3 has two speeds! I'd say this quad is faster than the old JJRC X1. Thanks for your question. DJ SOUL FORCE
dj yep it looks like ittl be a good wait too...dispatching them out mid feb if i read it correctly... ill get some hubsan props for it and be prepared lol...i could practice with my x251 and condition myself for all that horsepower of the bugs ...thanks again man!
I found spare batteries for the Bugs 3 at HobbyWow... best price I could find so far! www.hobbywow.com/en-for-mjx-bugs-3-3d-roll-brushless-rc-quadcopter-b30018-p243414.htm Happy flying guys (and girls!) DJ SOUL FORCE
Tomtop has it but it's a pre sale not to ship until 2/14/17. Banngood also has it for a few pennies cheaper but..... nothing on hand and no ship dates. I did the red and pre order. I love the fact that it can handle the 3s up grade. The videos on that show it has crazy power but not tuned for it but still goes like a bat out a hell.
Thanks for sharing that sales info. This quad is hot and sold out pretty fast. The Chinese are currently celebrating the New Year, that's the reason for the delays. I hope you get your's pretty quick after the 14th! thanks for watching. DJ Soul Force
If you haven't already, and I am NOT a paid shill for them, Gearbest has their "eMail only" price for the MJX Bugs 3 (Black color) for $86.99US. I got my red Bugs 3 for $84.99 from them off their email price 3 weeks ago. So if you haven't already, I'd sign up for their emails. I've never had a problem with them screwing up a shipment and have often been surprised at their prompt delivery. Keep the shiney side up and the pointy end forward.
Hey, I'm not sure what do you mean. How can I get it for that price? I have to order it through an email? If what's the email address? Thanks in advance
Aron. I've seen the prices fluctuate A LOT the last month or so, from a high of $120 down to the price I listed above. Go to www.gearbest.com and create your account. Then, somewhere in the signup and/or login process they'll ask if you want to be signed up for their "promotions". Once you agree to that, you'll get emails every few days with price offers for their products. It's just a matter of waiting till they'll offer the Bugs 3 at a discounted price, usually every few weeks. Then you click on the email link that takes you to their web site page with the discounted price. I've signed up for newsletters with them, Banggood, Lightake, and TomTop. All of them will do email price discounts, though sometimes the discounted price isn't all that great. You DO need to watch out on Lightake that they don't hit you with an outrageous "shipping" charge on the last page of the order process that wipes out any discount. I've never had that problem with Gearbest.
Well... she's bigger than the x251 and has push button to flip, so that makes it a little bit more fun than the x251. I'll have to fly it again in the daylight before I can give it a final grade! Thanks for watching. DJ SOUL FORCE
The camera holder is a pretty nice size, I think your SJ4000 will fit since my Xiaomi Yi fits with a little room to spare! Thanks for watching. DJ SOUL FORCE
Great, fun review. I'm learning on the Hubsan 107c+ and once I stop bumping into things, the Bugs 3 will be my next buy. Thanks again for a fun, knowledgeable review.
Don't quote me on this, but I think with brushless motors, the ESCs determine which direction the motor spins. Your spare motors can be either clockwise or counterclockwise depending on where you place them! (I'll do a little more research...) Good luck with your Bugs 3 and hopefully, you won't ever need to replace a motor!!! Thanks for watching.
hey the bugs 3 is the best drone out there for the price i sunk the bugs 3 by accident in 4 feet of water it was under for at least five minutes and I pulled it out and it is still flying super well this drone is badass
Good luck, I hope you get it faster from GearBest. This quad is pretty much sold out everywhere (plus it's Chinese New Year) so shipping is being delayed but GearBest won't tell you that it's backordered!!! Thanks for watching. DJ Soul Force
I've seen other reviews that show the canopy secured with screws, not clips. I've also seen wide variety of flight times. It would appear that MJX has already started to mix things up. Looks like you got a winner. Mine is still in China somewhere :( When XK released their 251 model, they also mixed things up. First buyers got a quad with 3D option and CF landing gear. Shortly after, all models were 6G only with plastic gear. Hey man, thanks for making me feel good about my purchase. I can hardly wait till it arrives. Hope the weather is good!
I'm still waiting to get a daytime flight in, raining 3 straight days now! I think the Bugs3 might be faster than the original x16!!! Enjoy your's when you get it. Happy flying bro. DJ Soul Force
Well Dj SOUL You did it again,just ordered Red MJX Bugs3 from TomTop for $85.00. Its pre order sale price That I couldn't pass up,I could have gotten sooner elsewhere for higher price,but with the $30 or more I'm saving,I can wait.Im not sure but I believe the BayangToys x16 was the lowest price brushless quad,BUT not now. IN your opinion which one responds the best?I believe the Bugs3 Will allow DIY to upgrade a lot more features.Thanks again for inspiring videos.
FYI Tomtop has extend the pre-sales, the DISPATCH date is now Feb 28!!! When i ordered it, the DISPATCH date was Feb 14. Hope they don't extend it any further.
Same here. Order is still PROCESSING. I think they are restocking. I don't remember the exact number but i think the page state close to 400 orders. I only wish TOMTOP inform the buyers of any update/news on the orders. Feel sorry for those who ordered when the PRESALE started back in January.
Awesome vid. This is the first night flight I have seen. I have been looking at the Bugs 3 for a week now, and I am pushing the button tomorrow morning! $99.99 Amazon, the blue one. Still full manual to.
Yes, except for the transmitter! The x251 has a much better transmitter, but you can't beat the Bugs 3 for the price! Thanks for your question. DJ SOUL FORCE
hi I am a new subscriber to your Channel been flying for about 6 months would like to know where I can get the bugs 3 for cheap price .. I have a big bird Condor pro .. can't find any upgrades for it I'll get 8 minutes of Flyte time battery starting to puff up after flight 😭 ?
My red one showed up a couple days ago. It's been raining ever since. Should be able to get a flight in tomorrow. Really looking forward to painting the sky red with this little devil! All the videos I have seen say that this one is a keeper. Glad I jumped when I did. Thanks for the review.
I found spare batteries for the Bugs 3 at HobbyWow... best price I could find so far! www.hobbywow.com/en-for-mjx-bugs-3-3d-roll-brushless-rc-quadcopter-b30018-p243414.htm Happy flying guys (and girls!) DJ SOUL FORCE
Hi Soul Force, great reviews, thought to ask you for some assistance, I have just received my Bugs 3 from GearBest and the TX is faulty, I have contacted GB but would appreciate some help as the problem is that the red power cable from the batteries is not connected to the circuit board and I am not sure where to solder it back on, hope you can help, cheers
I have not opened my MJX transmitter, but in most cases, the red wire is soldered close to or next to the black wire. There is usually a tiny + or - sign on the board where the connections are made! I wish I could help more with GearBest, however, my Bugs quads were sponsored by another store. Good luck, let me know how it goes.
Thanks for the heads up on a sweet quad! I took your advice and ordered one this past weekend. I did not see extra batteries for sale on the tomtop site. Any idea where they have them for sale? Thanks again!
Sorry, I haven't seen any yet. Usual trend is about a month after the quad has been released, before we see spare parts. You can try Banggood.com, GearBest.com or Lightake.com. Also, try www.AliExpress.com. (???) Good luck.
I found spare batteries for the Bugs 3 at HobbyWow... best price I could find so far! www.hobbywow.com/en-for-mjx-bugs-3-3d-roll-brushless-rc-quadcopter-b30018-p243414.htm Happy flying guys (and girls!) DJ SOUL FORCE
Just got back into the country and I'm ready to start quad'n again!! I agree wholeheartedly with you about this one. I gotta' grab one. I'm glad you did the night flight because I don't think I've seen anyone else do one and I had no idea how bright the LEDs are. This one gets the Bob Barker seal of approval 'cause the price is right baby.
Hey brother, welcome back. I thought you'd fallen off the map! Yeah, I highly recommend this bird in it's current configuration, before they screw it up with altitude hold, raise the prices or something like that! Thanks for watching bro, Happy New Year! DJ SOUL FORCE
I already have the JJRC x1 (junk quad) and XK X251 (good quad, great transmitter) and am interested in the bugs 3. However, I won't buy til the range is confirmed to be at least 200 meters. Can you please do a range test?
Yes, the JJRC x1 is a piece of junk, but I just got the newer version, JJPRO X1-G with FPV, so we'll see if they made any improvements. I'll do a range test on the Bugs3 as soon as I can, but without FPV or telemetry, I can only estimate range, not confirm it. For $85 bucks, even 100m is good enough for me, after all, it's a toy grade quad. For longer range, I fly my Phantoms!!! thanks for watching. DJ SOUL FORCE
DJ SOUL FORCE Thanks for your response. Personally I like to fly quad with the power and size of the bugs 3 in the 100 - 150 m range and like to know there will be no signal loss until at least 200 m. Looking forward to a more detailed review on this quad.
Lol, thanks for watching!! The name of the song is in the description of the video. Click on "show more" to read. I found it in the TH-cam Free Audio Library!!! Happy flying.
I just Bugs 3 the other day and I love it. it fly's so smooth! If you had to choose between the Bugs 3 and the Bayangtoys x16, which one would you pick? Love your videos by the way! Keep them coming!
Sweet quade I've had minne for four weeks smothe and is a BA drone did a range test to day I lost sight of it well past when it beeped at me to tell me it was out of range more than 500 meters watch it though cause it drops out of the sky when you lose range all in all sweet hopefully can get some fpv forage soon
I found spare batteries for the Bugs 3 at HobbyWow... best price I could find so far! www.hobbywow.com/en-for-mjx-bugs-3-3d-roll-brushless-rc-quadcopter-b30018-p243414.htm Happy flying guys (and girls!) DJ SOUL FORCE
That's a good question. This is my first review for them and I've never shopped there before. I'm hoping for the best for all of you guys... any problems, please let me know. Thanks all. DJ Soul Force
hey dj i found a way and pre-ordered a red bugs3... after the coupon/points deal i got it for 83bux shipped...POW!!! looks like after the waiting game ill be a member of the bugs3 crew..... thanks for the tip my brother!
hi DJ bought my bugs from Best4noone ordered 9.30pm Saturday night and it was shipped by the time I woke up on Sunday morning , great video , great quad, can't wait for mine to turn up then the AH X16 can sit on the shelf in the loft and wish it was a bugs 😆😆😆😆😆😆😆😆😆😗
I found spare batteries for the Bugs 3 at HobbyWow... best price I could find so far! www.hobbywow.com/en-for-mjx-bugs-3-3d-roll-brushless-rc-quadcopter-b30018-p243414.htm Happy flying guys (and girls!) DJ SOUL FORCE
I pre-ordered the Bugs 3 too from Tomtop, but I get no response on my email messages and I am afraid that this is not a trustworthy company because of the very bad communication. I hope they ship mine after 14 februari or to send me my money back.
I found spare batteries for the Bugs 3 at HobbyWow... best price I could find so far! www.hobbywow.com/en-for-mjx-bugs-3-3d-roll-brushless-rc-quadcopter-b30018-p243414.htm Happy flying guys (and girls!) DJ SOUL FORCE
Hey DJ, I have had mine for about two weeks now and I knew that once you got a hold of this one that you too were going to really like it. After watching several reviews of it, I was convinced. I also received the X8 AMG this week and I think that you will like that one too. Looking forward to the full review of the Bugs 3 and keep up the good work man.
I have my eyes wide open for the x8 AMG, but I actually think it's a little over priced right now... what do you think? I may ask GearBest for one, but I've been waiting to see where the x8 AMG is going or any changes in models or features. Thanks for sharing. DJ SOUL FORCE
I paid about 137.00 for mine so I don't know if they are going to drop the price or not but for me it has more power than the Syma X8's. It maneuvers close to the same, it does not bank as good but i think that that is because of the brush less motors. The only other changes that I see them possibly making is adding GPS and then it becomes a different quad. I paid this much for my X8HG and it is not as powerful as this one is, so I will let you be the judge of that if you get one.
I found spare batteries for the Bugs 3 at HobbyWow... best price I could find so far! www.hobbywow.com/en-for-mjx-bugs-3-3d-roll-brushless-rc-quadcopter-b30018-p243414.htm Happy flying guys (and girls!) DJ SOUL FORCE
This was the first flight, right out the box with stock battery. The quad was also stripped down (no landing gear, no prop guards) and I got 18 minutes... "just what the factory promised!" My next video will test flight times & performance with the long landing gear and sport cam. Thanks for watching. DJ SOUL FORCE
DJ SOUL FORCE I flew for 10-12 minutes mildly and still had battery life left. Got to darn cold to finish the battery up. (Stripped down, no prop guards and camera)
No... I have not! I'll do some checking to be sure, but maybe somebody's getting the Bugs 3 confused with the Bugs 2C/Bugs 2W, which are both GPS birds. Let me know if you run across any links. Thanks
I'm waiting for your full review but you (and others) have convinced my mate and he's popped on it tonight. In RED too.. Still love your enthusiasm - great video as always :)
Don't wait too long, this quad has gotten my seal of approval already! Sooner or later, MJX will spoil it by adding upgraded features, like altitude hold, and will take away the fun factor of flying this thing!
Thanks for the videos. I've learned a lot from watching your flights. I just ordered this bird. I was almost ready to pull the trigger on a P3 standard but, since I don't have much quad experience, I thought it would be best to learn on something with less cash strapped to it! ;) Thanks again for all the great vids....now a subscriber! Really looking forward to flying this one!
Enjoyable video DJ...Your excitement is contagious. I may order after I get comfortable with my XK X251. But this one has a "flip" button , throttle button, and LVC/range audio alert.(I've been spoiled by "Altitude Hold" and I am still in recovery from that!) Hell, I may just order the Bugs3 tonight. Thanks DJ ! (and my wife thanks you too! LOL
This bird feels a lot like flying the x251, but BIGGER!!! (I bet your wife hates me, LoL!!! mine does!) Thanks for watching & commenting. DJ SOUL FORCE
I found spare batteries for the Bugs 3 at HobbyWow... best price I could find so far! www.hobbywow.com/en-for-mjx-bugs-3-3d-roll-brushless-rc-quadcopter-b30018-p243414.htm Happy flying guys (and girls!) DJ SOUL FORCE
Ericthered 16 i will further add that i was little pissed off at gearbest sending me the new ah black version at the time after my first flight as i paid and ordered what i thought i was ordering, a red motor manual flying x16. i don't know about yours but when there is wind it cant fight it for shit. just hovers on the spot..i demonstrate that in most of my x16w videos
I don't think you can upgrade it yet, it was just released. (but why would you want too???) The purpose of this video was to show this version of the Bugs3 before the factory "upgrades" it, which usually means Alt Hold and 1 Key Return... those are the upgrades that will make the quad fly slower and take away the fun factor (in my opinion) but just be patient, the upgrades are coming. If altitude hold is a must for you, there are plenty of other quads waiting for you!!! Good luck, thanks for watching. DJ SOUL FORCE
Soulforce what's the website brother I got a few birds I have a addiction with these things so deff wanna add this to my collection just ordered the traxxis aton super sick speed look it up you guys will love it
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TomTop.com still has the best prices for this amazing quad. Use the link in the description of this video, then use this BUGS 3 Coupon code : HXFBUGS25 - $25 off
Price after coupon : $89.99 POW!!! djsoulforce
I bought 3 of those BADASS BUGS3'S!!
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This is my 8th quad and I can tell you I was hesitant buying it ,but I’m glad I did.No gps no fancy electronics but a responsive,smooth and predictable flying quad.This is a flyers drone for people that like to do fast sports flying and flips,rolls etc.Extremely visible at night but I prefer white lights up front and red tail lights in rear.I will change the blue lights soon.Buy one and you won’t regret it.
I totally agree with your comments. Thanks for watching and I hope you enjoy your new Bugs!!!
This quad is going to be a hot one guys. I suggest getting it now, if you're interested, because just like the story of the BayangToys X16, the factories always seem to come up with ways to screw up a good thing with their "upgrades!" The Bugs3 has a cheap price, but it's well built and flies great. It also has a pretty long flight time and the transmitter beeps to warn you when you fly out of range! Comes in Red & Black, both are on sale at TomTop.com, use the links in the description of this video for the BEST PRICE!!!
DJ SOUL FORCE exactly right!!
they always do seem to find a way to mess it up!
good video by the way my friend & i look forward to seeing this thing in the air! I'll probably have to get me one 🤘✌
Dude, you really should get one... get it now while it's cheap and before they put altitude hold in it (like the Tarantula) hehehe!!!! thanks for watching brother. DJ SOUL FORCE
Full Metal Heli full metal gets third place.... yay!!!!! lol
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Full Metal Heli lol ok ok
Tons of years later & they are still Flying & bringing smiles. So far im up to 18 B-3 with 2 of every color & 5 Blue Drocons .
That's awesome bro!! Thanks for the updates and thanks for watching!!
Soul Force, I bought one of these and modified to accept 2 or 3 cell. The flight is great with 3 cell-- fast, stable, no wobble and flies like a racer-- punch out is very strong, response is extrordinary1
The Bugs 3 is a hot selling quad and it's been very hard to keep in stock. TomTop has apologized and has promised to step up their customer service and answer all inquiries regarding purchases made using this Channel's links. Look for links to purchase the BUGS 3 and COUPON CODES in the DESCRIPTION above. Thanks guys -djsoulforce
I found spare batteries for the Bugs 3 at HobbyWow... best price I could find so far! www.hobbywow.com/en-for-mjx-bugs-3-3d-roll-brushless-rc-quadcopter-b30018-p243414.htm Happy flying guys (and girls!) DJ SOUL FORCE
Just in the nick of time... My BUGS 3 just arrived today, in RED! POW!
Thanks! I checked it out and will be getting a few. I'm so excited to take mine out but still too cold and snowy here in WI. Thanks again for the great reviews and tips! I appreciate it!! POW!
POW..
Thanks for your comments Joe. I have heard the same negative reports about TomTop so I'm keeping my fingers crossed on this one! This is my first review for TomTop and it's a trial basis, so I'll be waiting for feedback from my viewers. (By the way, I have removed those other comments and blocked that guy from posting again in this channel... thanks) DJ Soul Force
can you show if there is a way to put a fpv camera in the nose or beak of the quad?
MJX will soon release a camera module that will fit in the nose of the quad. The front headlight is removable and there will be 3 different cameras from the factory. If you search on TH-cam, you'll find a couple of videos where guys have installed FPV in the nose by removing the headlight. Thanks for watching and your question. DJ Soul Force
I stuck a cheap 2 axis gimbal and bigger battery in mine and it's a really good way of getting a Gopro in the air.
Yep!!! She's one of the "best bang for the buck" quadcopters ever made to this date. Thanks for watching this video titled "Why You Should Buy It Now" and notice the date posted... it's a couple of years old. If you don't have a spare Bugs 3 in your collection, now's the time to really buy now!!! - th-cam.com/video/j15b27IfxGk/w-d-xo.html Happy flying!!!
Left original in place. Took 5 minutes-- 2 solder joints to internal power cables, pop the top on! Depending on what is charged-- fly either one, back and forth. You lean to the 3S-- cause it MOVES!
Good info, thanks. I'm in... LoL!!!
How does it compare with the Hubsan H501C?
The Bugs 3 is a totally manual operated quad. No altitude hold, no headless mode, no GPS or camera. It's a sport flyer but you can mount a camera on it by using the optional long landing gear! I hope this answers your question. Thanks for watching. DJ Soul Force
I see that it does not have a camera with that low price. So how does it compare with the Hudsan H501S?
The Bugs 3 is faster, it's a sport flyer. The H501s is a GPS camera bird!
Did you try the 3 cell hook up? How did it fly?
No, I haven't tried it yet. I have to finish my reviews (for the store) before I begin to modify mine! I have seen a few guys that did it, then complained about the wobble, shakes or strange sounds, etc., so I may pass on that one and start looking for some compatable 2s batteries that may fit. (like some of the Hubsan batteries) Did you get one of these birds (Bugs 3)???
I made the FPV system for the X8 so everything is mounted to the anti vib mount and it easily detaches. That would work great with this quad as it it super low profile one could also low ride mod the landing legs.
Man, I’m surprised you never got yourself an MJX X400. That’s was a fun one! Brushed motors, but fun to fly. Especially deviated. If you ever see one cheap, get to. Hook it up to your multi protocol and have a blast with it. Batteries are cheap and flying it is a weird floaty experience. Take care, Bro!!!
I remember that bird. I thought I had one at one time, but maybe not. Thanks bro!!
@@DJSOULFORCE Any time, my good friend! I miss you very much!! Not getting mushy or corny… but I just straight up miss you, man!!!
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@@DJSOULFORCE Sorry… only just saw this. I’ll email you, if you don’t mind.
Facebook I rejected years ago… as it became very weird over there. Sheesh! People started posting those, “if you don’t answer this post you’re not my friend Bullshit… and it goes on.
So I bailed. Funny thing is… as per usual, people said “you’ll be back! People say they’re leaving all the time and come back!!”
Not me. Ha!
Keep an eye out for an email, Bro.
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u can use hubsan h501 spare props. gold on front and black in back. And 2700mah battery h501 but not the 10c. ebay has 30c. it will fit.
Thanks for that infomation. I just tried my Hubsan props, they screw on smoother than the stock props! DJ SOUL FORCE
your props must be better quality than. I just bought off ebay. mines probably not original
Hi there! I have a problem with my Eachine VR D2 Pro Googles and I've been watching you and think with all of your experiance you should be able to help me figure out what's going on with my googles. My wife got me a Bugs 3 with the fpv camera and I'm trying to fly fpv with this set up but for some reason when I turn on the google and turn on the Bugs I get a horizontal roll and can't figure out how to make it stop? I've tryed everything I can think of to make it stop but to no luck I can't get it to stop. So my question to you is What can I do to make the horizontal roll stop.
I really appreciate your help with this issue.
Thanks
JR
I've also had problems with my VRD2 Pro goggles picking up the Bugs 3 camera, but my original VRD2 works fine. You can try flipping the toggle switches on top of the camera to select different channels the scan your goggles again. (It's nothing wrong with your goggles, it's the "somewhat strange" channel numbers that the MJX camera uses!) Good luck, let me know how it goes. -djsoulforce
Soul Man-- I have popped the top and very quickly wired with 3S set up' I have a ton of 3S batteries, 1800-2000 workd best. You would not beleive full throttle-- straight up!!!
By the way-- God bless you, my man.
Did you leave the old connector in place also, so you can use the stock battery along with the 3s batteries? Thanks for sharing. DJ Soul Force
xk 252 vs bugs 3 trying to decide which one to get
...hmmm! that's a tough one to answer. I guess it depends on features and if you're into acro flying. The Bugs3 is a little bigger than the x252, it can't fly inverted, and doesn't have 5.8ghz FPV (yet) but future parts will be easy to add on. They are both sporty as hell, but I'd say get the Bugs3 simply for the "bang for buck!" You cannot beat this value at the current time. My favorite thing about the Bugs3 is the short or tall landing gear, to go from camera bird to sport flyer... the x252 must maintain it's low profile unless you do modifications! Tough choice buddy, good luck (or just get them both, hehehe!!!) DJ SOUL FORCE
Im a builder and modifier Im sure I could do alot of my mods with this bird. I could do a baromiter mod that turns off and on,and keep the sporty mode working. GREAT REVIEW D.J. cheers
I feel you brother, you would love this one. The price is great, it's well built, and yes, it's screaming to be modified! Thanks for watching. DJ SOUL FORCE
Where do I enter the coupon code ?? It's my first time ordering online.
I'm not sure (since I didn't order mine) but it should be on the "check out" page! Good luck, thanks for watching. DJ SOUL FORCE
when i unlock my engine only the B propellers will go. the two As wont until i push up on the throttle. it makes alittle off while flying. iv already re collaborated and adjusted the trim so many times its frustrating and i cant get anyone to write me more then wonce to tell me to re collaborate it but its not working. is there any other way to maybe restart the whole process an completely colab it like it just came out of the box or somthing? or anything else i could try. it would be greatly appreciated i cant find anything anywhere.
I'm sorry Derek, I can't think of anything else that you could try except for "re-binding the transmitter or calibrating the gyros (both sticks down to the right or left!). There's no way that I know of to "reset" the quad to factory specs as there's no USB input. Sounds like you're having ESC problems! Good luck, I hope you get it fixed. DJ SOUL FORCE
DJ SOUL FORCE well thank you anyways i will keep trying. i noticed it started doing it after i adjusted the trim one night and havent been able to get it back to normal since. i appreciate it though boss.
(this sounds crazy, but try this) Take off props. Lay quad on floor upside down. Turn on remote, turn on quad, wait for gyros/lights stop blinking. Turn over quad, start motors and throttle up for a few seconds. Shut down both quad & transmitter. Restart as normal, right side up... let me know if any changes. Good luck bro! DJ SOUL FORCE
DJ SOUL FORCE come to think of it the other night when this start happening it did flip over when i landed an sat like that for about 20 seconds before i cut the motors. i am deff going to try that i will be home in about 15 mins an i will let you know. thank you so much man for thinking into it that much. even if it doesnt work i really do appreciate it. alot. no one else would really give me the time. thanks man. let you know soon.
As side note: I never use trim (especially on brushless motor quads - most don't have trim buttons), it's an artificial fix. If your quad is drifting, it's usally caused by the wind. trimming is only a fix for flying in that one direction and will not work when you turn around. If your quad drifts in a no wind situation, it's usually caused by not being on a level surface when you powered up or the quad was not still when the lights were flashing. Gyro calibration should fix any drifting problems. Keep me posted on your issue so we can share that info with others. I'll keep searching for answers and hopefully we'll find your fix bro. DJ SOUL FORCE
hey DJ, does this thing have Mode 1 and Mode 2 ?
Sorry, it does not. The right stick has spring, the throttle does not and there's nothing in the book that shows how to change modes! Good luck, thanks for watching. DJ SOUL FORCE
what is another good drone you would recomend for cheap boss? and still nothing yet i added a video on my channel though to see if anyone comes up with anything
When you say "cheap" there's only one choice for "bang for buck" and it's the Bugs 3! Depending on your budget, skill level, flying style and what kind of quad (brushed/brushless motors) there's almost unlimited choices, so it's hard for me to name just one! (I say get another Bugs 3) Good luck with your decision. DJ SOUL FORCE
DJ SOUL FORCE thanks bud.
great video, do you think for aerial video this quad is better than syma x8hg or kaideng k70c
I think so. My next flight test will be with a camera on it, stay tuned! Thanks for watching. DJ SOUL FORCE
This one or bayangtoys for aerial photography? And can you add telemetry on bayangtoys
and also its the AH version of bayang toys so ah bayangtoys x16 or bugs 3
Neither one of them are made for aerial photography. They are both considered sport flyers... Get a Phantom 3 Standard for an "all in one" aerial photographer's package and you won't have to add anything!!!
DJ SOUL FORCE well hmm dont have that budget yet tho hehe?
Or any other suggestion with that price range? I hear that the bayangtoys have a gps version of it and its not realy expensive either, xk is a bit out of budget also
Yes, the x16 now has GPS but I haven't tested it yet. Right now, I've only seen it listed on AliExpress.com. It has GPS but still no telemetry. Have you looked at the CG035, it has follow me and can carry a sports camera, but it's too small for gimbal. (It's hard to get everything that you want in one cheap package!) Good luck with your search! DJ Soul Force
P.S. Search AliExpress for the x380. I bought one for Christmas for $149 (on sale) but the usual prices now are around $210!!!! (try a Google search)
DJ SOUL FORCE i think im gonna go with x380 but still i need telementry so bad lmao? I dont think the x380 had telemetry tho? Can you add telemetry to the x380
I got excited and ordered on Amazon with out looking at the colors and I got blue 😢 do you think I'll loose track of it in the sky?
No, you'll be ok. The Bugs 3 have super bright LEDs and the front headlight is great, even in bright sunlight! Good luck with your Bugs 3!!! DJ Soul Force
SOUL FORCE QUADS Thanks I need it, I am new to drones and I think I bought the hardest one to learn on haha
Great review as always ! how Do you feel this is compared to the xk x251
The Bugs 3 is bigger and more powerful and is capable of carrying a gimbal & sports camera. However, the x251 has a much better transmitter is probably more durable than the Bugs 3. At todays prices, the Bugs 3 is a much better buy at around $89 bucks! Good luck with your decision. DJ SOUL FORCE
Ok Im a little perplexed I see the bugs 2 for 120.00 from a u.s. warehouse and 194.00 from a china warehouse.Can someone explain this to me .I think I Iike the bugs 2 better than the 50/50 crapshoot hubsan 501s.If I can get the bugs 2 for 120.00 wouldnt that be a better choice ?.Thanks for your expert advice Soulman.
If you can get a Bugs 2 for $120 bucks... GET IT!!! (remember there are two versions of the Bugs 2, could be the reason for the big price differences)
Hi. I've been researching a lot about this drone and a lot of people talk about it only flies 8 minutes or less, will it be an issue? When I saw your video, I was more confused because the real time was 17 minutes. I understand that the weather and temperature conditions are factors, but that someone says that with an installed Camera flies for only 8 minutes is half the time of what the manufacturer says so I still have not decided! Thanks for your advise!
I'm averaging anywhere from 11 to 15 minutes flight time. Check my channel for more Bugs 3 test flights with different batteries. Thanks for watching. DJ SOUL FORCE
Can I use the Taranis X9D Plus on the Bugs 3?
So far, nobody has been able to bind any of the Bugs to any other transmitters (yet!) I have the new Jumper transmitter and no luck so far!!!
Thank you for the info. I still love my Bugs, but wish that I can try it with the Taranis (I bought it to use it on the simulator before I build a more expensive quad).
I would get it a long time ago but i don't want to register it): that'll be to much work for me i also live about 3.8,/4.4 miles from airport what should i doo i only fly outside my house u got any tips on what I should doo?
I'm not quite sure, but I think the Bugs 3 is under 1/2 pound and does not require registration. (click the link in description of video for more info, including weight) Registration is easy and done online. Only cost $5 and your registration number can be used on all of your quads. Your number is given to you immediately and you can fly worry free! Don't miss out on the "quad of the year!" the Bugs 3 is an amazing quadcopter and is very cheap. Good luck. DJ SOUL FORCE
SOUL FORCE QUADS ik but what if I register it don't i still have to stay away from an airport i don't fly super high so yah
Yes, you're still restricted to not flying within 5 miles of an airport (unless you call the tower in advance and notify them that you'll be flying). And yes, you need to stay under 400' AGL altitude. I haven't weighed my Bugs 3, but I know it's over 1/2 pound so you DO need to register with the FAA.. Registration is super easy and cheap.
yep i called the tower guy said your all good and I asked him do i have to call every single time he said no just keep it under 400 feet
btw the registration isn't 5$ i think i checked and its 10 is that right?
any idea when they are selling fpv cam and the other parts?
No, sorry, I haven't received any information as of yet. Usual trend is, about a month or two after the quad is released (and it sells) then you'll start to see accessories, upgrades and spare parts. Thanks for watching... good question! DJ SOUL FORCE
I found spare batteries for the Bugs 3 at HobbyWow... best price I could find so far! www.hobbywow.com/en-for-mjx-bugs-3-3d-roll-brushless-rc-quadcopter-b30018-p243414.htm Happy flying guys (and girls!) DJ SOUL FORCE
I like how plug and plug and play the front end is and the design. I'm tempted but I have to get new FPV goggles with an adjustable focal length.
...don't wait too long, these prices won't stay this low for long! Thanks for watching. DJ SOUL FORCE
.. I am so tempted. I need the adjustable focus googles though.
I just put up a speed MPH Run on the Bugs you should check it out . thanks
realy love this quad. does it have good stability and can hover
Yes, it's very stable and responsive! Thanks for watching.
DJ SOUL FORCE can huvering
can it hover??? It doesn't have Altitude Hold (auto hover) but yes, it can hover!
I have tried and tried to contact tomtop on their website but nothing seems to work. Any advice you can give or info to get in touch with them? Ordered two bugs back in February and still nothing. They listed them as sent out with tracking numbers but those tracking numbers are not recognized by any of the carriers.
Email me at: soulforcekites@gmail.com. Be sure to mention Bugs 3 from TomTop. Thanks
Be sure to keep me posted on your situation. Thanks
I got my Bugs 3 two days ago and have flown it twice with my Xiaomi Yi Action Cam with the stock camera bracket. I only got a scosh over 11 minutes on each flight from fully charged batteries. How long did you get on yours? To be fair, I had the weight of the camera and the lights were on but still, I don't think the advertised 18 minutes flight time is accurate.
I'm getting the same with my Yi cam on it. In my first review, I flew the Bugs 3 with short landing gear, no camera and got over 17 minutes. So yes, the weight of the Yi camera makes a big difference. I recently took off the long landing gear & camera holder, put the 808 Keychain camera on and got about 16 minutes. So yes, you can get close to 18 minutes, only with nothing on it and not too many flips. Overall, the Bugs 3 gets two thumbs up from me!!! Thanks for watching & all of your feedback brother. DJ SOUL FORCE
I bought the 3h to replace my practice drone, but i barely practice with it because it's so dang fast. got the mini in my cart for next month. great video.
Thanks for watching and your feedback. Check my channel for a couple of videos on the Bugs 3H. I never got the Bugs 3 Mini, but it's pretty fast too! Good luck, happy flying!!!
SOUL FORCE QUADS thanks, I will.
I realize this is an old vid but this is the most appropriate place to let you know of this info. Force 1 Facebook page in offers tab you will find a 70% off coupon code. It expires today 1/24. Last night I used it and purchased the F100 package for a tank of gas..$45. With Amazon Prime shipping
thanks for sharing!!!
SYMA X8HG or MJX BUGS 3 ? Wich one should i buy for carrying ( gopro, Eken h9 cam ) to do video and photos ?
Hey Mr. Soul Force ( I'm sticking with your original channel name for now lol ) .. I hope all is good at your end. Well I've been away from quads for about a year due to funds, but just recently I got another X5 (previous ones lost or burned motors) , to brush up on my rusty amateur skills ! While I await the arrival of my Bugs 3 !!!! took me 18 months but I finally got one coming , original spec too as far as I know. Revisited your channel, among the others I'm still subbed to, to refresh my mind on all the tips n tricks you guys give out in your videos. I'll be a regular viewer again now, it's time to step up to brushless !! All the very best to you and yours, and for the second time (1st being a year ago) Thanks for this particular video : Thumbs cloudward :) 👍👍👍
PS. Please excuse my absence from your channel , among other quad reviewers channels. Good to see you still have the bug !! POW !!!
Thanks Tim, glad to see you again! Happy flying buddy!!!
Hey H501S vs Bugs 3, both in expert mode (GPS mode off on H501S) which is faster?
I'm just guessing right now, but I'd say the Bugs3 is faster. That will make a nice video, so I'll test them together one day soon. Thanks for watching. DJ SOUL FORCE
would you say it's faster by a lot? I already own the H501s and deciding if this one with worth getting (because of the price), I used to own a JJRC X1 which was really fast for a toy grade brushless but also flew like crap (yaw lag)...
Yes, it's a lot faster. The Bugs3 motors seem to be a tiny bit bigger than the H501s and the Bugs3 has two speeds! I'd say this quad is faster than the old JJRC X1. Thanks for your question. DJ SOUL FORCE
dj yep it looks like ittl be a good wait too...dispatching them out mid feb if i read it correctly...
ill get some hubsan props for it and be prepared lol...i could practice with my x251 and condition myself for all that horsepower of the bugs ...thanks again man!
I found spare batteries for the Bugs 3 at HobbyWow... best price I could find so far! www.hobbywow.com/en-for-mjx-bugs-3-3d-roll-brushless-rc-quadcopter-b30018-p243414.htm Happy flying guys (and girls!) DJ SOUL FORCE
Tomtop has it but it's a pre sale not to ship until 2/14/17. Banngood also has it for a few pennies cheaper but..... nothing on hand and no ship dates. I did the red and pre order. I love the fact that it can handle the 3s up grade. The videos on that show it has crazy power but not tuned for it but still goes like a bat out a hell.
Thanks for sharing that sales info. This quad is hot and sold out pretty fast. The Chinese are currently celebrating the New Year, that's the reason for the delays. I hope you get your's pretty quick after the 14th! thanks for watching. DJ Soul Force
If you haven't already, and I am NOT a paid shill for them, Gearbest has their "eMail only" price for the MJX Bugs 3 (Black color) for $86.99US. I got my red Bugs 3 for $84.99 from them off their email price 3 weeks ago. So if you haven't already, I'd sign up for their emails. I've never had a problem with them screwing up a shipment and have often been surprised at their prompt delivery. Keep the shiney side up and the pointy end forward.
Hey, I'm not sure what do you mean. How can I get it for that price? I have to order it through an email? If what's the email address? Thanks in advance
Aron. I've seen the prices fluctuate A LOT the last month or so, from a high of $120 down to the price I listed above. Go to www.gearbest.com and create your account. Then, somewhere in the signup and/or login process they'll ask if you want to be signed up for their "promotions". Once you agree to that, you'll get emails every few days with price offers for their products. It's just a matter of waiting till they'll offer the Bugs 3 at a discounted price, usually every few weeks. Then you click on the email link that takes you to their web site page with the discounted price.
I've signed up for newsletters with them, Banggood, Lightake, and TomTop. All of them will do email price discounts, though sometimes the discounted price isn't all that great. You DO need to watch out on Lightake that they don't hit you with an outrageous "shipping" charge on the last page of the order process that wipes out any discount. I've never had that problem with Gearbest.
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hi DJ, so how does it compare to the x251??
Well... she's bigger than the x251 and has push button to flip, so that makes it a little bit more fun than the x251. I'll have to fly it again in the daylight before I can give it a final grade! Thanks for watching. DJ SOUL FORCE
Can the gimble hold a sjm 4000 cam?
The camera holder is a pretty nice size, I think your SJ4000 will fit since my Xiaomi Yi fits with a little room to spare! Thanks for watching. DJ SOUL FORCE
Great, fun review. I'm learning on the Hubsan 107c+ and once I stop bumping into things, the Bugs 3 will be my next buy. Thanks again for a fun, knowledgeable review.
Thanks for watching Mike, and for your comments. DJ SOUL FORCE
just bought 2 bugs3 with extra motors, how can I tell which ones are clockwise and counterclockwise??, your videos are great!
Don't quote me on this, but I think with brushless motors, the ESCs determine which direction the motor spins. Your spare motors can be either clockwise or counterclockwise depending on where you place them! (I'll do a little more research...) Good luck with your Bugs 3 and hopefully, you won't ever need to replace a motor!!! Thanks for watching.
They’re threaded different. The left hand threaded motor should go front left/back right. The right hand threaded will go front right/back left.
hey the bugs 3 is the best drone out there for the price i sunk the bugs 3 by accident in 4 feet of water it was under for at least five minutes and I pulled it out and it is still flying super well this drone is badass
Wow... Awesome story bro, thanks for sharing. DJ SOUL FORCE
Thanks! I bought this thing because of this video. It was out of stock at tomtop so I bought it from gearbest.
Good luck, I hope you get it faster from GearBest. This quad is pretty much sold out everywhere (plus it's Chinese New Year) so shipping is being delayed but GearBest won't tell you that it's backordered!!! Thanks for watching. DJ Soul Force
Oh! I bought from them cause I thought it was in stock. At least I got a good deal. $99 including shipping.
I've seen other reviews that show the canopy secured with screws, not clips. I've also seen wide variety of flight times. It would appear that MJX has already started to mix things up. Looks like you got a winner. Mine is still in China somewhere :(
When XK released their 251 model, they also mixed things up. First buyers got a quad with 3D option and CF landing gear. Shortly after, all models were 6G only with plastic gear.
Hey man, thanks for making me feel good about my purchase. I can hardly wait till it arrives. Hope the weather is good!
I'm still waiting to get a daytime flight in, raining 3 straight days now! I think the Bugs3 might be faster than the original x16!!! Enjoy your's when you get it. Happy flying bro. DJ Soul Force
Well Dj SOUL You did it again,just ordered Red MJX Bugs3 from TomTop for $85.00.
Its pre order sale price That I couldn't pass up,I could have gotten sooner elsewhere for higher price,but with the $30 or more I'm saving,I can wait.Im not sure but I
believe the BayangToys x16 was the lowest price brushless quad,BUT not now.
IN your opinion which one responds the best?I believe the Bugs3 Will allow DIY to
upgrade a lot more features.Thanks again for inspiring videos.
I believe you're right, there can't be another brushless quad cheaper than this one (and flies this good!)... thanks for watching. DJ Soul Force
I used your link to get bugs3 on Jan 31 but they still haven't sent it out. Anyone you know having the same issue?
FYI Tomtop has extend the pre-sales, the DISPATCH date is now Feb 28!!! When i ordered it, the DISPATCH date was Feb 14. Hope they don't extend it any further.
Bummer...Long wait. Thanks for the info apache64d.
My bug is still not dispatched yet..How about you?
Same here. Order is still PROCESSING. I think they are restocking. I don't remember the exact number but i think the page state close to 400 orders. I only wish TOMTOP inform the buyers of any update/news on the orders. Feel sorry for those who ordered when the PRESALE started back in January.
Same here, the wait is killing me
Awesome vid. This is the first night flight I have seen. I have been looking at the Bugs 3 for a week now, and I am pushing the button tomorrow morning! $99.99 Amazon, the blue one. Still full manual to.
Thanks for watching and your feedback. Check out the links in the description of this video for more info... could save you some $$$$.
my transmitter was junk. waiting on new one. tried everything to get it to work
I hope you get it to work with the new transmitter. The Bugs 3 is an awesome quad! Thanks for watching.
Do you like it better then the XK X251?
Yes, except for the transmitter! The x251 has a much better transmitter, but you can't beat the Bugs 3 for the price! Thanks for your question. DJ SOUL FORCE
hi I am a new subscriber to your Channel been flying for about 6 months would like to know where I can get the bugs 3 for cheap price .. I have a big bird Condor pro .. can't find any upgrades for it I'll get 8 minutes of Flyte time battery starting to puff up after flight 😭 ?
There is a link in the description of the video for the lowest prices on the Bugs 3. Thanks for subscribing and welcome to the hobby!!! DJ Soul Force
My red one showed up a couple days ago. It's been raining ever since. Should be able to get a flight in tomorrow. Really looking forward to painting the sky red with this little devil! All the videos I have seen say that this one is a keeper. Glad I jumped when I did. Thanks for the review.
Yes... it's a keeper. I've thrown my box away already, LoL!!!
I found spare batteries for the Bugs 3 at HobbyWow... best price I could find so far! www.hobbywow.com/en-for-mjx-bugs-3-3d-roll-brushless-rc-quadcopter-b30018-p243414.htm Happy flying guys (and girls!) DJ SOUL FORCE
My X8H does flips just fine with alt hold!!
I also have the X8HG, videos on my channel. I love them both!!! Thanks for watching. DJ SOUL FORCE
Hi Soul Force, great reviews, thought to ask you for some assistance, I have just received my Bugs 3 from GearBest and the TX is faulty, I have contacted GB but would appreciate some help as the problem is that the red power cable from the batteries is not connected to the circuit board and I am not sure where to solder it back on, hope you can help, cheers
I have not opened my MJX transmitter, but in most cases, the red wire is soldered close to or next to the black wire. There is usually a tiny + or - sign on the board where the connections are made! I wish I could help more with GearBest, however, my Bugs quads were sponsored by another store. Good luck, let me know how it goes.
Thanks for the reply and will let you know one way or othe and keep up the good work.
Hi there Soul Force, thought to let you know that GearBest are going to send me a replacement transmitter, good on GB and again, thanks.
Just got my Bugs3 Shipped out today from TomTop,hope it was worth the wait.
It took a while, but you won't regret it! Good luck, let me know how you like it. DJ SOUL FORCE
Thanks for the heads up on a sweet quad! I took your advice and ordered one this past weekend. I did not see extra batteries for sale on the tomtop site. Any idea where they have them for sale? Thanks again!
Sorry, I haven't seen any yet. Usual trend is about a month after the quad has been released, before we see spare parts. You can try Banggood.com, GearBest.com or Lightake.com. Also, try www.AliExpress.com. (???) Good luck.
Will do! Thanks very much!
I found spare batteries for the Bugs 3 at HobbyWow... best price I could find so far! www.hobbywow.com/en-for-mjx-bugs-3-3d-roll-brushless-rc-quadcopter-b30018-p243414.htm Happy flying guys (and girls!) DJ SOUL FORCE
Just got back into the country and I'm ready to start quad'n again!! I agree wholeheartedly with you about this one. I gotta' grab one. I'm glad you did the night flight because I don't think I've seen anyone else do one and I had no idea how bright the LEDs are. This one gets the Bob Barker seal of approval 'cause the price is right baby.
Hey brother, welcome back. I thought you'd fallen off the map! Yeah, I highly recommend this bird in it's current configuration, before they screw it up with altitude hold, raise the prices or something like that! Thanks for watching bro, Happy New Year! DJ SOUL FORCE
Best brushless quadcopter on the market for the price Period. Bam-BAM BAAAAAM !!!!
You are correct!!! LoL!
I have mine! Drocon Blue Bugs 3. I love it!
Congratulations! Thanks for watching.
I already have the JJRC x1 (junk quad) and XK X251 (good quad, great transmitter) and am interested in the bugs 3. However, I won't buy til the range is confirmed to be at least 200 meters. Can you please do a range test?
Yes, the JJRC x1 is a piece of junk, but I just got the newer version, JJPRO X1-G with FPV, so we'll see if they made any improvements. I'll do a range test on the Bugs3 as soon as I can, but without FPV or telemetry, I can only estimate range, not confirm it. For $85 bucks, even 100m is good enough for me, after all, it's a toy grade quad. For longer range, I fly my Phantoms!!! thanks for watching. DJ SOUL FORCE
DJ SOUL FORCE Thanks for your response. Personally I like to fly quad with the power and size of the bugs 3 in the 100 - 150 m range and like to know there will be no signal loss until at least 200 m. Looking forward to a more detailed review on this quad.
Hey Brother,how much mins flight time u getting
17+ minutes, launch at 4 lands at 21 + minutes on above vid.
This was the first flight, right out the box!!!
Thanks for the time keeping brother! LoL!!! Thanks for watching too! DJ SOUL FORCE
I got 3 of these birds. What the name of the tunes you playing? Get down!!
Lol, thanks for watching!! The name of the song is in the description of the video. Click on "show more" to read. I found it in the TH-cam Free Audio Library!!! Happy flying.
I just Bugs 3 the other day and I love it. it fly's so smooth! If you had to choose between the Bugs 3 and the Bayangtoys x16, which one would you pick?
Love your videos by the way! Keep them coming!
The Bugs 3... it's a much better buy at today's prices! Thanks for watching. DJ SOUL FORCE
Bugs 3, better bird, better circuitry. more reliable..but i like the original x16 alot inspite of her issues..
Sweet quade I've had minne for four weeks smothe and is a BA drone did a range test to day I lost sight of it well past when it beeped at me to tell me it was out of range more than 500 meters watch it though cause it drops out of the sky when you lose range all in all sweet hopefully can get some fpv forage soon
Wow!!! over 500m, awesome. thanks for sharing that info. DJ SOUL FORCE
I found spare batteries for the Bugs 3 at HobbyWow... best price I could find so far! www.hobbywow.com/en-for-mjx-bugs-3-3d-roll-brushless-rc-quadcopter-b30018-p243414.htm Happy flying guys (and girls!) DJ SOUL FORCE
worth to buy it; black or red version?
The black or red version, same quad! Yes, I recommend it!
I mean who colour is better for this quad
Geo Dam choice is your , your the one flying in it. you can always spray paint it and stickers
Which one is better for the price, this one or the XK X251?
The Bugs 3!!!!!!!!!!! Good luck, thanks for watching.
TomTop doesn't seem to have the best reviews as a seller, does anyone know how good they are?
That's a good question. This is my first review for them and I've never shopped there before. I'm hoping for the best for all of you guys... any problems, please let me know. Thanks all. DJ Soul Force
hey dj i found a way and pre-ordered a red bugs3...
after the coupon/points deal i got it for 83bux shipped...POW!!!
looks like after the waiting game ill be a member of the bugs3 crew.....
thanks for the tip my brother!
Awesome stuff bro. Congrats & welcome to the Bugs 3 Crew! LoL!!!
hi DJ bought my bugs from Best4noone ordered 9.30pm Saturday night and it was shipped by the time I woke up on Sunday morning , great video , great quad, can't wait for mine to turn up then the AH X16 can sit on the shelf in the loft and wish it was a bugs 😆😆😆😆😆😆😆😆😆😗
I found spare batteries for the Bugs 3 at HobbyWow... best price I could find so far! www.hobbywow.com/en-for-mjx-bugs-3-3d-roll-brushless-rc-quadcopter-b30018-p243414.htm Happy flying guys (and girls!) DJ SOUL FORCE
That bright headlight makes orientation very good thumbs up for Bugs 3 Thanks D.J. cheers
This one impressed me, right out the box!!! Nice little bird. More to come...
I pre-ordered the Bugs 3 too from Tomtop, but I get no response on my email messages and I am afraid that this is not a trustworthy company because of the very bad communication. I hope they ship mine after 14 februari or to send me my money back.
I believe the Chinese are celebrating their New Year until around Feb 12!!! Good luck, thanks for watching. Dj Soul Force
did'nt they just have a new year about 12 month's ago?
Love your reviews keep up the good work.The bugs is awesome I run mine on 3cell with a g2d gimbal
Thanks for watching. DJ SOUL FORCE
I bought it ... should be here in time for spring...looking forward to more reviews on this.
I hope you get it before the Spring, LoL!!! Good luck, thanks for watching. DJ SOUL FORCE
I found spare batteries for the Bugs 3 at HobbyWow... best price I could find so far! www.hobbywow.com/en-for-mjx-bugs-3-3d-roll-brushless-rc-quadcopter-b30018-p243414.htm Happy flying guys (and girls!) DJ SOUL FORCE
I was wondering bro you haven't did a review on the dragonfly
Hey DJ, I have had mine for about two weeks now and I knew that once you got a hold of this one that you too were going to really like it. After watching several reviews of it, I was convinced. I also received the X8 AMG this week and I think that you will like that one too. Looking forward to the full review of the Bugs 3 and keep up the good work man.
I have my eyes wide open for the x8 AMG, but I actually think it's a little over priced right now... what do you think? I may ask GearBest for one, but I've been waiting to see where the x8 AMG is going or any changes in models or features. Thanks for sharing. DJ SOUL FORCE
I paid about 137.00 for mine so I don't know if they are going to drop the price or not but for me it has more power than the Syma X8's. It maneuvers close to the same, it does not bank as good but i think that that is because of the brush less motors. The only other changes that I see them possibly making is adding GPS and then it becomes a different quad. I paid this much for my X8HG and it is not as powerful as this one is, so I will let you be the judge of that if you get one.
Oh ok, cool. The last time I looked at them, they were above $150. thanks brother!
I found spare batteries for the Bugs 3 at HobbyWow... best price I could find so far! www.hobbywow.com/en-for-mjx-bugs-3-3d-roll-brushless-rc-quadcopter-b30018-p243414.htm Happy flying guys (and girls!) DJ SOUL FORCE
I always enjoy your reviews. Thanks bro.
Thanks for watching. Happy flying. DJ SOUL FORCE
DJ every other review only gets 8-9 minute flight times, biggest complaint. What gives, are you using the supplied battery?
it depends how hard you fly it, and if you have a camera or not
This was the first flight, right out the box with stock battery. The quad was also stripped down (no landing gear, no prop guards) and I got 18 minutes... "just what the factory promised!" My next video will test flight times & performance with the long landing gear and sport cam. Thanks for watching. DJ SOUL FORCE
DJ SOUL FORCE I flew for 10-12 minutes mildly and still had battery life left. Got to darn cold to finish the battery up. (Stripped down, no prop guards and camera)
TOMTOP got about 307 orders!!! Do they have a lot of it coming??
I sure hope so, LoL!!! Thanks for watching. DJ Soul Force
Have you seen or heard of the bugs 3 with the rth if so please let me know soul force
No... I have not! I'll do some checking to be sure, but maybe somebody's getting the Bugs 3 confused with the Bugs 2C/Bugs 2W, which are both GPS birds. Let me know if you run across any links. Thanks
This bugs need to register with the gov?
Yes, it is over 0.55 lb even without the battery.
I'm waiting for your full review but you (and others) have convinced my mate and he's popped on it tonight. In RED too.. Still love your enthusiasm - great video as always :)
Don't wait too long, this quad has gotten my seal of approval already! Sooner or later, MJX will spoil it by adding upgraded features, like altitude hold, and will take away the fun factor of flying this thing!
Cool vid i like how you flew at night i just got a black one haven't had a chance to fly it yet very windy and rain.
Thanks for watching bro!
Wow, are those lights bright! For as smooth as it flies I could predict many night flights!
...oh yeah!!! LoL! Thanks for watching. DJ SOUL FORCE
Thanks for the videos. I've learned a lot from watching your flights. I just ordered this bird. I was almost ready to pull the trigger on a P3 standard but, since I don't have much quad experience, I thought it would be best to learn on something with less cash strapped to it! ;) Thanks again for all the great vids....now a subscriber! Really looking forward to flying this one!
Thanks for watching and subscribing. Have fun, fly safe! DJ SOUL FORCE
you think she will lift a 350g gimbal/camera rig?
Yes, I think so. I've seen a video of a guy putting the G2-D gimbal & Xiaomi Yi camera on it! Good luck.
does this mjx 3 have headless mode ?
No, it does not. This quad is totally manual to operate! Thanks for watching.
Enjoyable video DJ...Your excitement is contagious. I may order after I get comfortable with my XK X251. But this one has a "flip" button , throttle button, and LVC/range audio alert.(I've been spoiled by "Altitude Hold" and I am still in recovery from that!) Hell, I may just order the Bugs3 tonight. Thanks DJ ! (and my wife thanks you too! LOL
This bird feels a lot like flying the x251, but BIGGER!!! (I bet your wife hates me, LoL!!! mine does!) Thanks for watching & commenting. DJ SOUL FORCE
I found spare batteries for the Bugs 3 at HobbyWow... best price I could find so far! www.hobbywow.com/en-for-mjx-bugs-3-3d-roll-brushless-rc-quadcopter-b30018-p243414.htm Happy flying guys (and girls!) DJ SOUL FORCE
I absolutely love mine! I have 4 batteries and I’m outside with it all time!
Awesome bro. Thanks for watching and your feedback. I hope all is well with you.
Can upagrade this quad? I can put alt hold and rth?
What?
Ericthered 16 check out my x16w videos mate, im getting there with unleashing the speed from this slow ah bird..by modding the barometer
look at my latest x16w vids
Ericthered 16 i will further add that i was little pissed off at gearbest sending me the new ah black version at the time after my first flight as i paid and ordered what i thought i was ordering, a red motor manual flying x16. i don't know about yours but when there is wind it cant fight it for shit. just hovers on the spot..i demonstrate that in most of my x16w videos
I don't think you can upgrade it yet, it was just released. (but why would you want too???) The purpose of this video was to show this version of the Bugs3 before the factory "upgrades" it, which usually means Alt Hold and 1 Key Return... those are the upgrades that will make the quad fly slower and take away the fun factor (in my opinion) but just be patient, the upgrades are coming. If altitude hold is a must for you, there are plenty of other quads waiting for you!!! Good luck, thanks for watching. DJ SOUL FORCE
As Usual You Make Folks EXCITED To Wanna Fly. but i think this Is The One I SHOULD Have Started Out With... Keep Flying & Happy New Year
Thanks for watching and checking in! Happy New Year to you too brother! DJ Soul Force
Soulforce what's the website brother I got a few birds I have a addiction with these things so deff wanna add this to my collection just ordered the traxxis aton super sick speed look it up you guys will love it
The links to buy are in the video's description. Use those links for the Flash Sale prices, hurry before it ends!!! Thanks for watching. DJ SOUL FORCE
Ordered a red bird 3 days ago £71 a total steal...👍👍😎
DJ Soul I think MJX is releasing a GPS Bugs 3, without altitude hold that will be like a Budget Traxxas Aton. looking forward to that.
I'm about to visit the MJX website. I heard that they are about to release 6 new models! Thanks for the heads up, happy New Year!!!
SOUL FORCE QUADS , Happy New year to you and your love ones too!!