This is a companion topic for our recent blog post on blog.unmanned.tech
Caddx has unveiled the Protos Ascent Drone kit, making a bold entry into the budget FPV market at a heady £359. This all-in-one package includes a drone, goggles, and a controller, specifically aimed at those brave souls entering the FPV hobby for the first time. It’s like they’ve decided to throw a party and forgot to invite the seasoned veterans—no cinematic recording here, just raw FPV fun.
Under the hood, the Ascent uses an Artisan ARLink RF frontend and a separate video/OS processor. While that might sound like gibberish to the uninitiated, it essentially means it won’t play nicely with existing Avatar HD goggles, so don’t get your hopes up for a seamless tech mash-up. You’ll have to embrace the proprietary batteries too, which are about as flexible as a brick wall for seasoned pilots who prefer a bit of variety in their battery choices.
The icing on this budget cake? The Ascent is priced to ruffle some feathers among current competitors, which might just be the nudge the market needs. With two antenna lanes, it may not compete with the spatial diversity found in pricier models, but it does lower the barrier for newcomers looking to dip their toes into the FPV waters.
In summary, the Protos Ascent is a cheap starter kit, prioritising ease over expandability, and forcing established brands to reconsider their pricing strategies. Expect future variations to emerge as the battle of the FPV titans heats up, with everyone from tinkerers to casual fliers likely to take notice.
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