The iXSR brings nothing but a touch screen. The RadioMaster MT12 is $130-150, I’d rather buy one of those and an SCX10 Pro kit. About the only thing Spektrum has going with it is not having to learn EdgeTX, and Bind-and-run compatibility with off-the-shelf Horizon Hobby RTRs, otherwise exactly 6 people building kits will buy this. Hell, I’ll just keep buying an FS-GT5 with each new kit so I can drive with friends.
thanks for pointing out things other yt do not.. its amazing how much info is left out elsewhere, especially on the cons. don't like reading/listening to reviews, then getting the item expecting it to work as foretold, then finding out, nope, it won't do that.
A little warning from an MT12 user: the remote can do almost anything you think of, but there's about 6 different ways to do everything, and the learning curve is steep. If you are new to opentx or edgetx, wait until edgetx updates the PC/OSX/Linux companion app to fully support the MT12. Diving into the programming is way easier on a computer with a keyboard than trying to do everything with the dial and buttons
I run a trusty noble NB4. Has tuns of tuneablity and really good range if needed. And it coast 230 noe but I paid 200 for it 3 years ago and still have no issues. So it's hard for me to see that a "updated name brand" radio is worth to me $700. Just my opion
Agreed; my sole use transmitter and I can run all day with internal and base battery. The features and ability to switch to left side just by rotation of the wheel arm is amazing for transportation and letting someone use it.
I have the old nb4 and it was very nice. I love it and still use it in a few of my cars. But I got into the Futaba atmosphere for a few drift cars I have and omg I love it too. But you really can’t beat the nb4 if you want a nice reliable and very user friendly transmitter that can do anything. I’m actually wanting to get the nb4 plus because the original was so good. Then I can pass the old one down to my son 😂
I had a DX6R. Was a cool radio but limited by the hardware inside. The OS was so sloppy and apps barely worked. When it worked it was cool, but my Futaba 4PM does all I need it too and more! It's so expensive to switch between mainstream brand RX/TX 😫
We live in the era of micro chips and almighty SPEKTRUM gave it fan boys a "brick on a stick" for $700. I think that steering wheel is to close to the radio. Fat boys may have a difficulty reaching it😂. You get the lights!!!🎉
But that's only applicable to crawling trailing as its latency is garbage. The rc8cx disqualifies itself for racing. I would go with the radiomaster mt12 if it wouldn't be so complicated to use.
@jerryvolpini7987 only on paper. Its already proven that they are much, much slower. Even with the new faster receivers. Plenty comparison videos out there showing how much slower it is than even much cheaper radios. Radiolink was always known for slow radios because they commit to range. You can't have both.
As a current dx6r owner, hell no. This is garbage and is the exact same UI as the DX6r which is a disaster. Spektrum abandoned us DX6r owners, will not give them any more money. This is the HONEST review I was looking for, thanks Harley. You're the only one I've seen so far that isn't just talking this radio up without knowing anything about its predecessor, just so they can keep getting free garbage from Spektrum. Thanks man, subscribed. **Also, you need to set up "Drive Modes" to use a toggle button for your 4WS.
You’re 1000% correct. I’ve sent my Dx6r in for repair several times, the last time it came back in worse condition than when I sent it. I’m contemplating sending it back 1 last time in my 10px box, and telling them to keep that junk.
Not even for $400. Seems they are out of touch with the market, and how us crawler guys use 4ws. And they think think I'm gonna watch TH-cam on my radio? Lol. Thanks for the video as always.
Regarding boot up. Coming from the air side. This is not as big of deal as you make it out to me. Use Sleep Like you do your phone's lock. You don't reboot your phone every time you pull it out of your pocket do you? This system is designed to work in and out of sleep mode when not in use. I shut my air radios down after a weekend of use and they stay in sleep when I'm out using them. this is intended to be used the same way.
Still using and loving my 10ish year old futaba 4pls. It’s easy to use, the mixing on it works great, and now with the gt55 nano receivers working with it I love it. Sometimes I do wish it had a couple extra channels as it’s limited what I’ve wanted to do with a couple builds. I also sometimes wish the display worked differently especially with mixing but I definitely wouldn’t trade it for this thing. I like all my buttons, dials, switches, and knobs.
I like the radio and features but it feels like they don’t know their audience. In the last 30 years I’ve raced, bashed and crawl. I would not bash or crawl with a 700 radio (just me) I would have rather seen improvements to their dx5 ruggged, make it waterproof, add a knob or 2 for 4ws, add up to 7 channels. Add a bigger battery option. Make the price point 400 to 450 for the upgraded rugged and I would have bought it. Right now I just bought the mt12 and I’m really liking it and the price point.
The DX6R ended up being an absolute nightmare. This will be the same. 700 bucks for only 6 channels. I can't wait till I figure out how to get my MT12 to bind to my spektrum recivers. I'm so over spektrum.
is that a thing (binding the MT12 to Spektrum receivers)? I refuse to use more than one radio for all of my surface RCs, and I'm currently at about 90 running on a DX5R. I kind of want a new radio but I don't relish the fact of spending money on a radio and then replacing 90 receivers.
You can get a Dumbo transmitter with a color screen, 11 channels, libo battery compat for under $80. It's not the greatest thing in the world, but it's really good for $80 with 11 channel receiver. Lots or other good radios for way less that will do what we need....BETTER. Nice first look vid!
Not even on my radar having an MT12. Why Android? If radiolink can put a touchscreen on their own OS and give you more channels at $300, I don't see this as an option for anyone but diehard spektrum users.
Me too and if I were to buy a car I'd buy the Flintstones mobile, since we're going old school. Radio master or nothing. open/edge tx. end of discussion.
I feel this is a 300$ radio with a 400$ android phone bolted on it. I already have an android phone and would much rather just mount mine to it and save a ton of money. I would rather go with a Futaba for this kind of money. I also much prefer the Rugged Radios when using Spektrum specifically because they are tough and will survive my constant tripping over rocks. This thing looks like that screen wouldn't last long in that scenario.
At $700, this puts it squarely into 10px and 7pxr territory. I have a 10px for racing but you can assign nearly any parameter to any of the buttons. I have assignments for steering speed (turn and return), others assigned to the timer so I know how long I've been practicing and a VR knob for adjusting ABS when I use it. Using it for a crawler would be great but I use inexpensive Radiolink receivers and an RC6 for those. Spektrum receivers aren't priced cheaper than Futaba ones, except maybe the 4G one. So someone buys the iXSR for the same price as the 10px and it has less channels and receivers that are similarly priced. The Futaba's are also grab and go for when you maybe missed the call to stage for a race. I have to agree with you, did they consult or work with anyone when developing this? Some missed opportunities and wild pricing when you compare it to the 10px, 7pxr, Sanwa's, and Noble
The only thing I wish my 10PX came with was a carrying case. At least Spektrum made the attempt to include one with this new radio albeit a very crudely and cheaply made one. I've never been a Spektrum fan
@Andy_Yates I also have a 4PL and I tried fitting the LiFe pack I have in it into my 10PX surprisingly the 4PL has a slightly bigger battery compartment than the 10PX and although I was able to shoehorn the pack into my 10PX I opted to play it safe and just ordered the LiPo pack that is intended for it. I also like the fact I don't have to remove the battery to charge it just undo the little side port and the charge lead plugs directly into the battery which I thought was kinda odd but cool at the same time.
@@americanbigfoot7881 How is it better? $700 and its still a 6 chan radio? You still have to learn a new UI. On my DX5Rugged when I updated firmware it removed all my binds and I have not used it hardly at all since. Spektrum is like a comparing chiseled rock to an iPad.
If Edge TX would make their software more user-friendly, they would be unbeatable, I think. The learning curve is pretty steep with the MT12, but it is an awesome radio. Perhaps so capable it goes over a lot of people's heads. I have no interest in learning how to code to in order to setup functions for my radio.
That's what I came here to say. I already have an MT12 I nabbed for $120 on sale and battery life means fuck all to me because I've got multiple lipos and li-ions that I can use in it or I can get a couple vape batteries to use with the included battery tray. Much more difficult to learn the programming on, but infinitely more useful to me than a $700 6 channel. Hell, for $700 I could buy 4 MT12s and have all of them set up for every rig I own so that I can share with friends when I'm out and about, plus rechargeable batteries for every radio. Spektrum is getting stupid.
@@americanbigfoot7881in what technical spec is it better than the MT12? It has less channels. Can't bind to multiple recievers simultaneously. Has higher latency. Has less range. Model memories 🤷♂️.
There are a lot of advantages to having full android. Running sound bars to control micro bluetooth speakers in a models is just one. But I prefer a stand alone device, as I wouldn't want android problems, it effect control. I'd rather have a radiolink rc8x and a 20 android burner phone. Plus its $500 cheaper
700? Puts it dangerously close to a 10px…and I know which I’d pick. Anyone who’d buy this Tx probably also uses traxxas batteries and chargers. The “flashlight” and start up time are almost insulting.
Agree with the 4 wheel steering issue. I brought that up a year ago with the DX5 pro. We cannot separately steer the rear wheels with those left and right buttons on the back or any other switch but I. So it forces you to use either Crab, 4 steer, front steer or rear steer. They need a thumb knob on the side for rear steer.
or just reach in your pocket and use your phone. any argument for having an android device is pointless when everyone has a phone in their pocket. also if he when through 30 percent battery in 2 hours just going through the menu imagine what watching youtube would do.
Just moved over to the MT12 and I love it. I was used to the FPV world of EDGETX though, its got all the crazy programming I would want... and without all the extra crap - like an Android phone on my radio. I completely understand though, that EDGETX is going to kill off most people. I hope that Josh does a few videos on how to program EDGETX.
On my DX6R, If you turn the screen off while you are driving a vehicle, the battery will last for a very long time, just like a phone. I am disappointed that it is only 6 channels, and why does a 6 channel radio only come with a 5 channel receiver? 🤷🏻♂️
I stay almost exclusively within the Spektrum ecosystem and right now my go-to transmitter for everything I own is the DX5 Pro. I do not feel like I need any functions beyond what that transmitter gives me, other than more channels. I think that companies that make transmitters are missing a big section of the market because they do not plan a line of upgrades for their flagship models. Imagine if we could upgrade and customize our favorite high-end transmitter the way we do our RC crawlers. They should be making things that are modular, replaceable and upgradeable, rather than trying to push tech boundaries. That transmitter has unusable apps pre-installed on it. Apps!?! Give me channel upgrades, battery upgrades, appearance upgrades, durability upgrades. How about a built-in speaker that plays mp3 files while you're out on the trail? Make it Bluetooth compatible, so I can use wireless ear buds. That's what I think anyway. : )
Setting up 4-steer as simple as you did is quite amazing. Boot time feels like it may be a issue, but if it runs all day, you just power it on and leave it that way. Someone will code a way to disable the radio easily and there ya go.
I completely understand where you're coming from on the 4ws thing. I comp the small crawlers also, winters in Michigan get boring. But as for the 4ws, it is nice to keep it simple. I actually bought a flysky gt5. For some reason that radio just seems like it was designed for little crawlers. $700 is a lot of money. I think I will still go with the new noble.
@@never-stock-rc2968 You won't, all the iX series have an online hyperlinked PDF manual that actually gets update (Something Spektrum never does for their non-Android manuals). The manual is accessible directly from the radio at all times. I'm not a fan of these overall, but the manual is pretty slick and actually does get updated as Raceware/Airware changes unlike the DX/NX radios
The big feature I'd like that doesn't work on the 5c is being able to assign AVC to the knob. I think that would be great. The price is ehh. They are competing with Futaba. Thanks for the great first look!
I am not an android fan. And as soon as you said that I was like no way. My biggest Problem is Dx6 battery charging . But I see there’s a plug in for the battery . After watching the video it does look good. I have 24 spectrum receivers plus motor ESC combos. So it’s not like I’m going to switch.
My Flysky's and RadioMaster still win out. Spektrum's have always been a tough sell due to the lack of reliability I've encountered. Now, if Futaba did a high end like this, I'd look at it more seriously. Futabas have always done well for me. I just wish radio manufacturers would give us the same options they give airplanes.
I have the DX6R and got it when it came out, watching this nothing much has changed so will I get one if mine is broken or can not be upgraded and I need more which as I do not race any longer probably not my DX6R was expensive when new, I am with you on the start up but have got in the habit of turning it on straight out the carry case. Also there are some good cheaper one's on the market now, like the Noble NB4+ I have also the Rlaarlo that comes with the MK07, I have a Yikong and the basic remote is all most will need also the Flysky with my EZDEX07, the Spektrum that comes with the Felony is good for fun use, I have a TRAXXAS UDR still on a TQi would change but that means doing something about still being able to change settings along with the tsm and Bluetooth.
Yeah, hard pass. A lot of options nobody really needs, especially if you have a crawler. This used to be an innovative company, now they're just experts in price gouging, in my opinion. Rather spend that on a new kit
Cheap radios became sooooo so good the last few years… This belongs in 2012… not in 2024. Android is a big miss imo, it makes for a slow radio for one. You can also mess the radio up by messing with Android itself. But man the main thing… it’s waaaay too expensive for what it is.
That boot up is a lot faster than my DX6R! The software looks exactly the same which I love. I will probably need to upgrade soon. There is no other radio that is as easy to program.
a 7pxr or a 10px or a m17 also for less money if you shop around i got my 10px for $660 brand new got my 7pxr for $570 also new and a m17 goes for around $599. Dont be blind and drink the Spectrum koolade
@@jonstinytrucks768 Very valid reason, I still think the dx5 pro or the older dx6r is the nicer controller. I remember the dx6r coming out but they dropped support for it. Now if this new thing was $400 or even $500 its short comings would be more forgivable. My 2 cents for what its worth.
No lanyard in the box? Does it have a spot to clip one on? Anyway $1300 Australian dollars approximately I am never going to carry this unnecessary weight around for hours. I asked Matt for a drop test in water. You could give it a spill my drink on it test. Again thanks for the video.
The age of $700 dollar radios ended when the MT12 came out. Hell even the Noble or RCX8 are a better value. Leave it to the giant corps to be like "Yes this radio is worth $700"
At that price and Android based I would expect a camera for stills and videi. But after seeing that flashlight nit having one may not be bad. I can see using my compass and trail apps being easier if displayed in the radio screen. Still, $700?
When I see this I ask Why not just make a radio with a smartphone doc. We all have a smartphone that we upgrade pretty regularly. These companies could have the app that gives the device functionality. Could sell more for less and be more efficient.
since i first saw this radio that was my exact thought. could even be via bluetooth connection. just have an app for the phone that lets you control all the normal stuff, kinda like this is set up
With the ix radio… 4ws set three drive modes. Assign a trimmer button to the mode. Label 1 front. 2 rear. 3 crab. Go into steering setup scroll down to aws setting. Switch mode to front with the trimmer (shown top left of screen). Disable aws. Switch mode to rear make sure its enabled again. And set to opposed. Switch to crab mode and set to aws to crab.
I dont get why spektrum make 6 channels remote but only 5 channels receiver. I don't like the anesthetics of this remote there's not a lot of really good looking radio out there. I like how the DX6 Rugged look tho. I like this interface it looks easy to master. They should have went for 200 lumens at least for the flashlight. Either way always glad to see innovation in the RC world
Ha now I gotta take a computer class to operate a stinkin RC Remote what shenanigans!!! I would've probably went for a Bluetooth Remote for your android phone to set up esc settings but any extras is shenanigans!lol 😅
Well.. that should serve well as a “dust collector” - That be in the warehouse.. hope not too many dealers have a sealed pre-order on this.. To give you guys in the US a kick-back: Most country’s in Europe will add 20-25% tax on top of those $700.. add some additional cost too and we’re at above $1000 😬 So in short: No, a top of the line Futaba is considered a bargain in comparison..😳 And it has more channels..
There’s a way to add the steering selection to a button in mixing. It’s not the most self explanatory way to do it, but it is possible. The interface looks the same as dx6r so I’d assume it to have the same functionality
My current radio is a Spectrum DX5R, and there's a lot about the iXSR that I like. Touchscreen, ease of programming, built in battery. But that's about it. $700 for a flagship radio that is only 6 channels, even with those features is outrageous. I get why it's only 6 channel, since they don't make ground TX with more than that. So, yea. Can't get past that price point, gonna be a hard, hard pass on me unless I can catch it for like half off. edit - Oh, and no hard case? Yea, that's just one more thing for my hard pass list.
Can I order hoookers from the touch screen? Holy smokes that's steep. It would have to atleast be able to bind to all 100+ cars I have regardless of receiver brand installed. If it was capable of of running the car while filmed it might peak my interest.
I have a dx6r which is the first generation to this. I’ve had it since 2017 and still going strong. Was $600 at the time which definitely was a lot, but considering it’s lasted me 7 years proves it’s value
Imo I just can't understand the price on these Android based radios, not counting the shell and potentiometers inside in it's basic form it's a cheap despeced smartphone. The software R&D is where the real money is at . Overpriced...not junk but Overpriced none the less. Like all Android based Radios. Still nice to see them try something new.
It's in the similar price range as the Futaba 10PX, definitely feature rich. It's a far cry from the basic knob and dial radios of the 80s. It's definitely not for everyone, and definitely gimmicky which could appeal to lots of people. I'll stick with my DX4RPro for playing, and my Fut 7PXR for racing. Nice review thou
1 min start up ! Only 6 channels . Only 1 knob . No sliders One wheel no joy stick 700$ bendover price tag
I will stick with my 60 dollars flysky gt5. Atleast it knows how to rear steer lol
They are out of their god damn minds...
Out of my proce range, gt5 works for me, and like 10 of them for 700
Thank you for the honest review.
It has potential, but definitely seems like a 1st gen product that needs a lot more development. The 60 second startup is wild.
Its a 2nd Gen lol.
The iXSR brings nothing but a touch screen. The RadioMaster MT12 is $130-150, I’d rather buy one of those and an SCX10 Pro kit. About the only thing Spektrum has going with it is not having to learn EdgeTX, and Bind-and-run compatibility with off-the-shelf Horizon Hobby RTRs, otherwise exactly 6 people building kits will buy this.
Hell, I’ll just keep buying an FS-GT5 with each new kit so I can drive with friends.
I absolutely love my gt5. I have replaced the trigger once. Does everything needed for 1/10 the price
Nice first look with the limited information you had! Sad this radio priced itself out of any and all the competition.
Not the futaba 10px.....
I love my MT12! Hard to learn but it does what i need it to do.
thanks for pointing out things other yt do not.. its amazing how much info is left out elsewhere, especially on the cons. don't like reading/listening to reviews, then getting the item expecting it to work as foretold, then finding out, nope, it won't do that.
I couldn't crawl/comp with a $700 radio because I'm a klutz. I use two DX5C's now, but the MT12 w/ELRS at $150 may be where I end up
A little warning from an MT12 user: the remote can do almost anything you think of, but there's about 6 different ways to do everything, and the learning curve is steep. If you are new to opentx or edgetx, wait until edgetx updates the PC/OSX/Linux companion app to fully support the MT12. Diving into the programming is way easier on a computer with a keyboard than trying to do everything with the dial and buttons
@@nodrogstacey7813 I have heard people complaining about the programming. I have no concerns with my ability to program the radio.
I run a trusty noble NB4. Has tuns of tuneablity and really good range if needed. And it coast 230 noe but I paid 200 for it 3 years ago and still have no issues. So it's hard for me to see that a "updated name brand" radio is worth to me $700. Just my opion
Agreed; my sole use transmitter and I can run all day with internal and base battery. The features and ability to switch to left side just by rotation of the wheel arm is amazing for transportation and letting someone use it.
My noble4 plus was only 400 and I love it. Don’t see that being worth another 300 on top of that. Big nope what were they thinking from me lol
I have the old nb4 and it was very nice. I love it and still use it in a few of my cars. But I got into the Futaba atmosphere for a few drift cars I have and omg I love it too. But you really can’t beat the nb4 if you want a nice reliable and very user friendly transmitter that can do anything. I’m actually wanting to get the nb4 plus because the original was so good. Then I can pass the old one down to my son 😂
@@DabbathaHut you won’t regret it. I love mine. I hope you and your son has many years of rc fun. Keep the rubber on the ground
I had a DX6R. Was a cool radio but limited by the hardware inside. The OS was so sloppy and apps barely worked. When it worked it was cool, but my Futaba 4PM does all I need it too and more! It's so expensive to switch between mainstream brand RX/TX 😫
As for adding apps. You can always run "Castle Link" or "HW Link" to set-up your ESCs. Or even a racing car set-up app.
who gives a shit? i got a phone in my pocket and im guessing you and every other person reading this does also
wow that is the best Spectrum can give you for a $700 radio come on Spektrum
We live in the era of micro chips and almighty SPEKTRUM gave it fan boys a "brick on a stick" for $700.
I think that steering wheel is to close to the radio. Fat boys may have a difficulty reaching it😂.
You get the lights!!!🎉
I really love my Radiolink RC8X more features, more range and a fraction of the cost.
I agree!
I have the same thing and love it
But that's only applicable to crawling trailing as its latency is garbage. The rc8cx disqualifies itself for racing.
I would go with the radiomaster mt12 if it wouldn't be so complicated to use.
@@AsurasWrath164I have to disagree. The RC8X has a 4ms latency (3ms with firmware updates) so, plenty fast for racing 👍
@jerryvolpini7987 only on paper. Its already proven that they are much, much slower. Even with the new faster receivers.
Plenty comparison videos out there showing how much slower it is than even much cheaper radios. Radiolink was always known for slow radios because they commit to range. You can't have both.
As a current dx6r owner, hell no. This is garbage and is the exact same UI as the DX6r which is a disaster. Spektrum abandoned us DX6r owners, will not give them any more money. This is the HONEST review I was looking for, thanks Harley. You're the only one I've seen so far that isn't just talking this radio up without knowing anything about its predecessor, just so they can keep getting free garbage from Spektrum. Thanks man, subscribed.
**Also, you need to set up "Drive Modes" to use a toggle button for your 4WS.
I have castle link on my transmitter
You’re 1000% correct. I’ve sent my Dx6r in for repair several times, the last time it came back in worse condition than when I sent it. I’m contemplating sending it back 1 last time in my 10px box, and telling them to keep that junk.
Not even for $400.
Seems they are out of touch with the market, and how us crawler guys use 4ws.
And they think think I'm gonna watch TH-cam on my radio? Lol.
Thanks for the video as always.
Regarding boot up. Coming from the air side. This is not as big of deal as you make it out to me. Use Sleep Like you do your phone's lock. You don't reboot your phone every time you pull it out of your pocket do you? This system is designed to work in and out of sleep mode when not in use. I shut my air radios down after a weekend of use and they stay in sleep when I'm out using them. this is intended to be used the same way.
That's a totally fair point, but when no other surface radio operates that way, people are not accustomed to it, so it's seen as an inconvenience.
Still using and loving my 10ish year old futaba 4pls. It’s easy to use, the mixing on it works great, and now with the gt55 nano receivers working with it I love it. Sometimes I do wish it had a couple extra channels as it’s limited what I’ve wanted to do with a couple builds. I also sometimes wish the display worked differently especially with mixing but I definitely wouldn’t trade it for this thing. I like all my buttons, dials, switches, and knobs.
I like the radio and features but it feels like they don’t know their audience. In the last 30 years I’ve raced, bashed and crawl. I would not bash or crawl with a 700 radio (just me) I would have rather seen improvements to their dx5 ruggged, make it waterproof, add a knob or 2 for 4ws, add up to 7 channels. Add a bigger battery option. Make the price point 400 to 450 for the upgraded rugged and I would have bought it. Right now I just bought the mt12 and I’m really liking it and the price point.
The DX6R ended up being an absolute nightmare. This will be the same. 700 bucks for only 6 channels. I can't wait till I figure out how to get my MT12 to bind to my spektrum recivers. I'm so over spektrum.
is that a thing (binding the MT12 to Spektrum receivers)? I refuse to use more than one radio for all of my surface RCs, and I'm currently at about 90 running on a DX5R. I kind of want a new radio but I don't relish the fact of spending money on a radio and then replacing 90 receivers.
Amen
Is that a jackstand jimmy shirt? Hell yeah brother!
You can get a Dumbo transmitter with a color screen, 11 channels, libo battery compat for under $80. It's not the greatest thing in the world, but it's really good for $80 with 11 channel receiver. Lots or other good radios for way less that will do what we need....BETTER. Nice first look vid!
Not even on my radar having an MT12.
Why Android? If radiolink can put a touchscreen on their own OS and give you more channels at $300, I don't see this as an option for anyone but diehard spektrum users.
no idea why i should ever get back to a closed ecosystem when there is edgetx - and the mt12 is a great radio.
Love mine!
If I was going to spend that much on a new radio, I think I would still go with Futaba.
Me too and if I were to buy a car I'd buy the Flintstones mobile, since we're going old school.
Radio master or nothing. open/edge tx. end of discussion.
I feel this is a 300$ radio with a 400$ android phone bolted on it. I already have an android phone and would much rather just mount mine to it and save a ton of money. I would rather go with a Futaba for this kind of money. I also much prefer the Rugged Radios when using Spektrum specifically because they are tough and will survive my constant tripping over rocks. This thing looks like that screen wouldn't last long in that scenario.
I don't need android on my radio.
I need a 4k camera and mosquito repellent.
@@the_ghetto_rig best comment!!!
@@mayhemrcworx621 🍻🍻
😆😂🤣
But, spektrum can get android chips for 50 cents a can of repellent cost like 5 times that radio would be like 10k lol
700 for a radio, I can how some people would go for it. My dx4 is still doing fine, and I haven’t felt like I need to replace it yet
At $700, this puts it squarely into 10px and 7pxr territory. I have a 10px for racing but you can assign nearly any parameter to any of the buttons. I have assignments for steering speed (turn and return), others assigned to the timer so I know how long I've been practicing and a VR knob for adjusting ABS when I use it. Using it for a crawler would be great but I use inexpensive Radiolink receivers and an RC6 for those. Spektrum receivers aren't priced cheaper than Futaba ones, except maybe the 4G one. So someone buys the iXSR for the same price as the 10px and it has less channels and receivers that are similarly priced. The Futaba's are also grab and go for when you maybe missed the call to stage for a race. I have to agree with you, did they consult or work with anyone when developing this? Some missed opportunities and wild pricing when you compare it to the 10px, 7pxr, Sanwa's, and Noble
The only thing I wish my 10PX came with was a carrying case. At least Spektrum made the attempt to include one with this new radio albeit a very crudely and cheaply made one. I've never been a Spektrum fan
@@losi5ivet29cc Agreed. A case or a LiFe battery would have been awesome
@Andy_Yates I also have a 4PL and I tried fitting the LiFe pack I have in it into my 10PX surprisingly the 4PL has a slightly bigger battery compartment than the 10PX and although I was able to shoehorn the pack into my 10PX I opted to play it safe and just ordered the LiPo pack that is intended for it. I also like the fact I don't have to remove the battery to charge it just undo the little side port and the charge lead plugs directly into the battery which I thought was kinda odd but cool at the same time.
just be honest Josh the new $700 Spektrum radio is a waste of money and review LOL
They should have made a decking station for the DX6 Rug and a Bluetooth Adapter to mount into it
$700 and doesn't even include a manual. Spektrum employees need to lay off the meth.
$150 for an MT12....they know this right???? Not getting this.....
This is better than the MT12 but I agree $700 is absurd
@@americanbigfoot7881 How is it better? $700 and its still a 6 chan radio? You still have to learn a new UI. On my DX5Rugged when I updated firmware it removed all my binds and I have not used it hardly at all since. Spektrum is like a comparing chiseled rock to an iPad.
If Edge TX would make their software more user-friendly, they would be unbeatable, I think. The learning curve is pretty steep with the MT12, but it is an awesome radio. Perhaps so capable it goes over a lot of people's heads. I have no interest in learning how to code to in order to setup functions for my radio.
That's what I came here to say. I already have an MT12 I nabbed for $120 on sale and battery life means fuck all to me because I've got multiple lipos and li-ions that I can use in it or I can get a couple vape batteries to use with the included battery tray. Much more difficult to learn the programming on, but infinitely more useful to me than a $700 6 channel. Hell, for $700 I could buy 4 MT12s and have all of them set up for every rig I own so that I can share with friends when I'm out and about, plus rechargeable batteries for every radio. Spektrum is getting stupid.
@@americanbigfoot7881in what technical spec is it better than the MT12?
It has less channels.
Can't bind to multiple recievers simultaneously.
Has higher latency.
Has less range.
Model memories 🤷♂️.
There are a lot of advantages to having full android. Running sound bars to control micro bluetooth speakers in a models is just one. But I prefer a stand alone device, as I wouldn't want android problems, it effect control.
I'd rather have a radiolink rc8x and a 20 android burner phone. Plus its $500 cheaper
Review was great thanks it's a neat toy 😊
$700 for a 6 channel Spektrum😂 come on man really
700? Puts it dangerously close to a 10px…and I know which I’d pick. Anyone who’d buy this Tx probably also uses traxxas batteries and chargers.
The “flashlight” and start up time are almost insulting.
Yeah I think I'm going to stay with my noble, much more user friendly in my opinion
Agree with the 4 wheel steering issue. I brought that up a year ago with the DX5 pro. We cannot separately steer the rear wheels with those left and right buttons on the back or any other switch but I. So it forces you to use either Crab, 4 steer, front steer or rear steer. They need a thumb knob on the side for rear steer.
I wish you still did Futaba reviews and how to videos....
At $700 I don’t see them selling to anyone but the spektrum fanboys.There are way to many cheaper and better options
It seams like they were coming for the Noble pro plus but it misses the mark on price
Sweet now I can watch Josh's videos on my controller when Im standing there waiting for my turn at the next crawler obstacle.
or just reach in your pocket and use your phone. any argument for having an android device is pointless when everyone has a phone in their pocket. also if he when through 30 percent battery in 2 hours just going through the menu imagine what watching youtube would do.
Just moved over to the MT12 and I love it. I was used to the FPV world of EDGETX though, its got all the crazy programming I would want... and without all the extra crap - like an Android phone on my radio. I completely understand though, that EDGETX is going to kill off most people.
I hope that Josh does a few videos on how to program EDGETX.
On my DX6R, If you turn the screen off while you are driving a vehicle, the battery will last for a very long time, just like a phone.
I am disappointed that it is only 6 channels, and why does a 6 channel radio only come with a 5 channel receiver? 🤷🏻♂️
Futaba 10px just entered the chat lol
We went from “u got any games on ur fone?” To “u got any games on ur controller?” (Yes, that’s exactly how a 4th grader talks)
I stay almost exclusively within the Spektrum ecosystem and right now my go-to transmitter for everything I own is the DX5 Pro. I do not feel like I need any functions beyond what that transmitter gives me, other than more channels. I think that companies that make transmitters are missing a big section of the market because they do not plan a line of upgrades for their flagship models. Imagine if we could upgrade and customize our favorite high-end transmitter the way we do our RC crawlers. They should be making things that are modular, replaceable and upgradeable, rather than trying to push tech boundaries. That transmitter has unusable apps pre-installed on it. Apps!?! Give me channel upgrades, battery upgrades, appearance upgrades, durability upgrades. How about a built-in speaker that plays mp3 files while you're out on the trail? Make it Bluetooth compatible, so I can use wireless ear buds. That's what I think anyway. : )
Setting up 4-steer as simple as you did is quite amazing. Boot time feels like it may be a issue, but if it runs all day, you just power it on and leave it that way. Someone will code a way to disable the radio easily and there ya go.
I completely understand where you're coming from on the 4ws thing. I comp the small crawlers also, winters in Michigan get boring. But as for the 4ws, it is nice to keep it simple. I actually bought a flysky gt5. For some reason that radio just seems like it was designed for little crawlers. $700 is a lot of money. I think I will still go with the new noble.
I definitely can see the versatility appeal. I myself have all types of rc. Not just crawling like this show predominantly is.
I will keep my Futaba, shame none of these companies give you a printed manual for that price point
I bet he got an early version to show on his channel I bet you get a full manual when you purchased..
@@never-stock-rc2968 You won't, all the iX series have an online hyperlinked PDF manual that actually gets update (Something Spektrum never does for their non-Android manuals). The manual is accessible directly from the radio at all times.
I'm not a fan of these overall, but the manual is pretty slick and actually does get updated as Raceware/Airware changes unlike the DX/NX radios
The big feature I'd like that doesn't work on the 5c is being able to assign AVC to the knob. I think that would be great. The price is ehh. They are competing with Futaba. Thanks for the great first look!
I am not an android fan. And as soon as you said that I was like no way. My biggest
Problem is Dx6 battery charging . But I see there’s a plug in for the battery .
After watching the video it does look good. I have 24 spectrum receivers plus motor ESC combos. So it’s not like I’m going to switch.
I have noble pro I really like the touch screen and the ease of navigation.
My Flysky's and RadioMaster still win out. Spektrum's have always been a tough sell due to the lack of reliability I've encountered. Now, if Futaba did a high end like this, I'd look at it more seriously. Futabas have always done well for me. I just wish radio manufacturers would give us the same options they give airplanes.
Check out the radio master mt12, there’s nothing that thing can’t do
I have the DX6R and got it when it came out, watching this nothing much has changed so will I get one if mine is broken or can not be upgraded and I need more which as I do not race any longer probably not my DX6R was expensive when new, I am with you on the start up but have got in the habit of turning it on straight out the carry case.
Also there are some good cheaper one's on the market now, like the Noble NB4+ I have also the Rlaarlo that comes with the MK07, I have a Yikong and the basic remote is all most will need also the Flysky with my EZDEX07, the Spektrum that comes with the Felony is good for fun use, I have a TRAXXAS UDR still on a TQi would change but that means doing something about still being able to change settings along with the tsm and Bluetooth.
4 years of development and they missed the mark for the crawler community
they missed the mark for EVERY community.
Looks cool, but my Noble NB4 seems just as capable and a quarter of the price.
Wow... not even for 400
😂❤
Funny my used DX4R Pro came in a nicer case for just $200 xD
Nice shirt. Is that your entry purchase for the latest cleetus giveaway? Stubby Ram TRX.
Yeah, hard pass. A lot of options nobody really needs, especially if you have a crawler. This used to be an innovative company, now they're just experts in price gouging, in my opinion. Rather spend that on a new kit
Cheap radios became sooooo so good the last few years… This belongs in 2012… not in 2024.
Android is a big miss imo, it makes for a slow radio for one.
You can also mess the radio up by messing with Android itself.
But man the main thing… it’s waaaay too expensive for what it is.
Also looks like same frame as my dx5 rugged. Didn’t think that one was comfortable. Used one day now collecting dust.
Id rather check out the radiolink 8x
That boot up is a lot faster than my DX6R! The software looks exactly the same which I love. I will probably need to upgrade soon. There is no other radio that is as easy to program.
a 7pxr or a 10px or a m17 also for less money if you shop around i got my 10px for $660 brand new got my 7pxr for $570 also new and a m17 goes for around $599. Dont be blind and drink the Spectrum koolade
@@Drift_Wolf13 I would have to buy around 30 receivers if I switched now. So I’ll probably stick with Spektrum.
@@jonstinytrucks768 Very valid reason, I still think the dx5 pro or the older dx6r is the nicer controller. I remember the dx6r coming out but they dropped support for it. Now if this new thing was $400 or even $500 its short comings would be more forgivable. My 2 cents for what its worth.
I can't wait for the members only outtakes on this.
I had the castle and hobbywing programmer on my old dx6r that had android. Not sure if this will pull me away from my dx5 pro and rugged.
And man that makes me feel noble
No lanyard in the box? Does it have a spot to clip one on? Anyway $1300 Australian dollars approximately I am never going to carry this unnecessary weight around for hours. I asked Matt for a drop test in water. You could give it a spill my drink on it test. Again thanks for the video.
I feel like the flashlight makes it worth it
The age of $700 dollar radios ended when the MT12 came out. Hell even the Noble or RCX8 are a better value. Leave it to the giant corps to be like "Yes this radio is worth $700"
700 for DSMR? I think anyone spending that much on a radio is going to want a faster protocol.
They could support elrs but, then their customers might learn about everything they're missing that's both cheaper and better.
I'll stick with my radiolink plus cheap receivers.
At that price and Android based I would expect a camera for stills and videi. But after seeing that flashlight nit having one may not be bad.
I can see using my compass and trail apps being easier if displayed in the radio screen.
Still, $700?
I thought the same thing,add a camera
When I see this I ask Why not just make a radio with a smartphone doc. We all have a smartphone that we upgrade pretty regularly. These companies could have the app that gives the device functionality. Could sell more for less and be more efficient.
since i first saw this radio that was my exact thought. could even be via bluetooth connection. just have an app for the phone that lets you control all the normal stuff, kinda like this is set up
$700, lol.
The new noble is funny looking lol
My thought exactly.
With the ix radio… 4ws set three drive modes. Assign a trimmer button to the mode. Label 1 front. 2 rear. 3 crab. Go into steering setup scroll down to aws setting. Switch mode to front with the trimmer (shown top left of screen). Disable aws. Switch mode to rear make sure its enabled again. And set to opposed. Switch to crab mode and set to aws to crab.
I dont get why spektrum make 6 channels remote but only 5 channels receiver. I don't like the anesthetics of this remote there's not a lot of really good looking radio out there. I like how the DX6 Rugged look tho. I like this interface it looks easy to master. They should have went for 200 lumens at least for the flashlight. Either way always glad to see innovation in the RC world
They missed the mark, ExpressLRS is the go to now !!!
I’ve always wanted to watch TH-cam on my radio.
Running the furitek app right there would make things so much easier. But at $700 I’ll just stick with my phone on top whatever controller I’m using.
A great use of the software indeed.
Ha now I gotta take a computer class to operate a stinkin RC Remote what shenanigans!!!
I would've probably went for a Bluetooth Remote for your android phone to set up esc settings but any extras is shenanigans!lol 😅
Well.. that should serve well as a “dust collector” - That be in the warehouse.. hope not too many dealers have a sealed pre-order on this.. To give you guys in the US a kick-back: Most country’s in Europe will add 20-25% tax on top of those $700.. add some additional cost too and we’re at above $1000 😬 So in short: No, a top of the line Futaba is considered a bargain in comparison..😳 And it has more channels..
Dont be to dramatic. Its €799 in europe … using the t10px for driving. An iX12 for flying. I am tempted to try this iXSR
Yep, this will end up being $1000+Aud here in Australia, way overpriced imo.
There’s a way to add the steering selection to a button in mixing. It’s not the most self explanatory way to do it, but it is possible. The interface looks the same as dx6r so I’d assume it to have the same functionality
My current radio is a Spectrum DX5R, and there's a lot about the iXSR that I like. Touchscreen, ease of programming, built in battery. But that's about it. $700 for a flagship radio that is only 6 channels, even with those features is outrageous. I get why it's only 6 channel, since they don't make ground TX with more than that.
So, yea. Can't get past that price point, gonna be a hard, hard pass on me unless I can catch it for like half off.
edit - Oh, and no hard case? Yea, that's just one more thing for my hard pass list.
Good review.. just subscribed! 👍
Can I order hoookers from the touch screen? Holy smokes that's steep. It would have to atleast be able to bind to all 100+ cars I have regardless of receiver brand installed. If it was capable of of running the car while filmed it might peak my interest.
I have a dx6r which is the first generation to this. I’ve had it since 2017 and still going strong. Was $600 at the time which definitely was a lot, but considering it’s lasted me 7 years proves it’s value
Does it come with a car of choice for that price? Asking for a friend.🙄
Imo I just can't understand the price on these Android based radios, not counting the shell and potentiometers inside in it's basic form it's a cheap despeced smartphone. The software R&D is where the real money is at . Overpriced...not junk but Overpriced none the less. Like all Android based Radios. Still nice to see them try something new.
NeatO. What material are your shelves behind you and where did you get them? Thank you
You got to play one of your videos on the remote lol😅
Can’t wait to be in an A main and get pop up adds on my radio…. Jk I never make it into the A mains 🤣🤣🤣
It's in the similar price range as the Futaba 10PX, definitely feature rich. It's a far cry from the basic knob and dial radios of the 80s. It's definitely not for everyone, and definitely gimmicky which could appeal to lots of people. I'll stick with my DX4RPro for playing, and my Fut 7PXR for racing. Nice review thou