Is this a good FC?


Motopreserve

Motopreserve

Drone Enthusiast
The APM line of products is definitely robust, but there is a learning curve. Also, the series has progressed now to the pixhawk - which I believe has some features that may not be available on the older hardware.

It really depends on your willingness to research and learn the system. It's certainly not as plug-n-play as some of the other options - but for the feature set, is much cheaper.

As with any of these products, dealing with a reputable retailer is helpful.
 

JoeBob

JoeBob

Elevation via Flatulation
Here's the real thing for $160:
https://store.3drobotics.com/products/apm-2-6-kit-1?taxon_id=34

The clone is $100 less and includes a GPS. Some clones/copies work okay. Some are poop.
DIY Drones forum will give you some help with a clone.

The Pixhawk forum is a stickler about supporting only genuine Pixhawks, etc:
http://ardupilot.com/forum/viewforum.php?f=21

If you decide to go with a real 3DR , consider the Neo M8N GPS. ($60 -Drotek)

But for a LOT more features and current support you may want to consider a Pixhawk:
https://store.3drobotics.com/products/3dr-pixhawk?taxon_id=34


But I agree completely with what Moto said: APM and Pixhawk are not the best beginner FC if you have trouble juggling multiple inputs.

Scan this list of forum topics to get an idea of what you'll be getting into:
http://ardupilot.com/forum/viewforum.php?f=100
 

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