Mini drones Review for epic battles smart health innovation

This is one of the gift ideas that will be all the rage at Christmas. The Star Wars drones from Propel representing the starships of the series. The drones in the shape of X-Wing, Tie Fighter or even the Speeder Bike are made to be piloted but also to compete. The editor of ABSMARTHEALTH.net tested them and presents you the vessels from all angles. 

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Propel Star Wars drones will be the major toys for Christmas. Via a controller and a Bluetooth connection you can face your friends with the ships. Despite some battery problems.

Mark : PropelCategory: DroneConnection: BluetoothAutonomy: 10 minutesPrice: 200 €Availability: available

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Unboxing of the Star Wars drone

It’s definitely one of the best times you will have during the Star Wars drone Review. Work on the box and the packaging is five star. The first box is completely black with pictures of each item on the box. Once the latter is opened, it is a real showcase. The work on the decorations is impeccable with even the design of the vessel in relief and shiny black.

It is necessary to cut the wedges on the sides in order to discover the drone. Once the top is removed, the magic happens. The Star Wars theme begins with official replicas of the saga while the pedestal lights up to highlight the vessel. The latter is protected by a square transparent plexiglass shell protecting it. First negative point, the music does not stop when desired, the pedestal must have a dead battery.

Below the Star Wars drone are the various accessories necessary for its operation. Explanation manuals are easy to locate to get the user in the saddle. In a multi-stage box system, the flight tutor, the flight controller, the batteries and the elements necessary for the flight. This orgy of elements and accessories will force you to be well organized so as not to lose anything.

Design and ergonomics of the Star Wars drone

When the Star Wars drone unfolds, the excitement is total. Whether for the X-Wing, the Tie-Fighter or the Speeder Bike the forms are respected. The original colors of the vessels are also consistent with what is in the movies. This is not the case with the details on the devices, which have fairly coarse finishes. It is also possible to insert a guardian on the propeller bases to stabilize the flight.

Each drone has a removable surface on the cockpit. You will need to remove it in order to insert a battery that you have previously charged. In addition to the guardian, the bases placed below the aircraft in order to place the propellers necessary for the flight. These are placed on a complementary system: AB / BA. Elements such as the Stormtrooper for the Speeder Bike are used to permanently chock the battery so that it does not jump.

Regarding the design of the joystick, it is pleasant to take in hand. Of a white color if it is the X-Wing or black if it is a ship that is on the dark side of the Force. The two triggers allow you to control the Star Wars drone. The central button turns on the controller, lhe tripod located above is used to place your phone so you can film. Note that it works with AA batteries and that it has a small screwdriver to insert them.

Getting started with the Star Wars drone

Once the installation of the vessels is complete, you must start piloting the drone. First of all, it is necessary to place the battery in it so that the indicator lights activate. After completing this step, connect the controller to the drone. It is first necessary to calibrate both by orienting the left trigger up and down. Once this is done, the controller will tell you that the drone is ready to take off with a sentence such as: “X-Wing engaged!”

Throughout the operation of the drone, the controller emits the official sounds of the film. Whether it's sounds of vessels or even aftershocks everything is there to satisfy the fan. He is now able to take off the aircraft. To do this, press one of the gray buttons on the controller as shown in the image below.

The steering turns out to be quite basic but complicated. In the open air, the lightness of drones clearly plays against them. Even a light wind tends to rock the vessel. Once the conduct is mastered, it is possible to have some fantasies as pirouettes with the triggers that gamers will identify (L1-R1). Finally to land, all you have to do is press the same button as the takeoff button.

Using the Star Wars drone

The primary function of the devices sold by Propel is to be able clash between vessels. On the controllers, there is a virtual life indicator for each drone. On the R2 / L2 triggers, the latter fire lasers which must reach the enemies. This is the main use of these drones: to compete with friends in order to make battle similes.

The management of clashes is very good even if the user will not immediately understand how the hit-boxes of the vessels work. This misunderstanding does not interfere with playing comfort and the pleasure taken. If the design seems fragile at first, the vessels are quite solid and resist falls even from a substantial height.

Besides confrontation, the other possible use is the flight of the drone. As shown above, the lightness of the devices does not really play in favor of the latter. Outdoor piloting is quite complex and very unstable. The problem relates in particular to the triggers to pilot which do not respond at best. The controller and the ship have a connection that can extend up to 100 meters.

The Star Wars drone against the competition

All Star Wars robots and drones from Propel are good quality products. The BB-8 robot had literally delighted the editorial staff with effective animations. The overall package is pretty good for drones. It is in the light of a comparison that the true value of these vessels is revealed. For this, the Propel drones are put in competition with thee Parrot Mambo minidrone which contains a shooter.

On the design and ergonomics part, it is clear that the drones from Propel far surpass the Parrot. Fans of the Star Wars saga will be completely delighted at the sight of X-Wing, Tie Fighter and other Speeder Bikes. Despite a futuristic and aerodynamic aspect the mini Mambo simply does not make the weight. This catches up with the finishes which are much more worked and more detailed than the vessels.

The piloting comfort for the drone of the French brand is optimized to be as pleasant as possible. No matter what the weather, the aircraft can be flown properly. In comparison the Star Wars drone has more random handling. Outdoors, it will suffer from its lightness due to possible winds. Conversely, it is indoors that the devices show their full potential.

In a quality / price ratio, the two drones seem to stand out. If you take a closer look, Propel devices are a step ahead. Whether in terms of design, handling and even the quality of driving, all of the elements are quality. Sold for a price of € 200 devices will be all the rage for the Christmas holidays.

Conclusion

As soon as products are unboxed, the quality of the Star Wars drone from Propel is there. Particular care has been taken with the box. This is also the case with regard to the design of the device which is faithful to what can be found in the movies. Despite their lightness and less efficient autonomy, the vessels are of good quality. These last are fun to ride and the combat mode between devices is successful for optimized gaming pleasure. For 200 €, the investment in drones is recommended.

Good points

• The design of the vessels is faithful to the originals and of good quality

• All the sounds produced by the devices come from the Star Wars universe

• The autopilot mode is very easy to use

Negative points

• The Star Wars drone is far too light and wind dependent

• The device battery only lasts 10 minutes if fully charged

Design and Ergonomics – 9.5

Features – 6.5

Getting started – 8

Value for money – 7.5

7.9

Design and Ergonomics : The vessels are all beautiful to look at and faithful to what exists in the universe of George Lucas, but the finishes are not completed.

Features : Via the Star Wars drones, you can redo the epic battles of the famous saga, it is also possible to be content to fly the devices for the pleasure of the eyes.

Getting started : There is an automatic calibration mode which allows very rapid use of the devices, for the most expert, it is possible to define the conditions for piloting your drone yourself.

Quality / Price ratio : If you have 200 € to pay for Christmas, the Star Wars drone from Propel is the ideal investment.

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