Thinking about getting an Avata 2… worth it?

Buying Advice Forum
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Hey everyone,

I recently got a Mavic 3 Classic and absolutely love it. Lately, I’ve been really into the idea of picking up an Avata 2 to start practicing FPV, both indoors and outdoors. I figure I can justify it by improving my flying skills, plus it would be nice to have a smaller drone since the Mavic is big and has open props.

What do you guys think?

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I’ve been thinking the exact same thing! I have a Mini 4 Pro, and I love switching it to FPV mode. I say go for it!

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Mirriam said:
I’ve been thinking the exact same thing! I have a Mini 4 Pro, and I love switching it to FPV mode. I say go for it!

That’s all I needed to hear. It’s arriving Tuesday lol!

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@Jessie
Lucky you!

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It might not be ‘true’ racing FPV, but if you’re coming from flying a Mini 4, Mavic, or Air 3, it’s a fun change of pace. If money isn’t an issue, why not have options? Enjoy it!

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I have the Avata 2 and love it—but not indoors. If you want something for inside, get a Neo or a whoop with O4.

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Here’s why I wouldn’t recommend the Avata 2 (from personal experience):

  1. It’s over 250g and still made of plastic that breaks with one bad crash.
  2. Mine randomly failed and fell out of the sky.
  3. No self-repairability at all.
  4. It’s underpowered and has bad prop wash.
  5. Way overpriced, and you’re locked into using the motion controller or an expensive RC that feels awkward to use.

I had one for two months and sold it because it was terrible.

Just saw you already ordered it, but whatever… hope you have fun! Just make sure to get Care Refresh.

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@Farley
Appreciate the honest feedback! I mostly got it to practice since the weather is bad where I am, and I don’t want to risk my Mavic 3 Classic in rough conditions. Plus, I figure it’ll help scratch the flying itch late at night and maybe even get some cool shots.

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@Jessie
If you really want to get into FPV, this is probably the last drone you want. Honestly, you’d be better off just getting Goggles 2 and a motion controller to use with your Mavic 3 Classic.

The Avata 2 failed on me twice—once near Niagara Falls, almost 30m from the edge. Luckily, it didn’t hit anyone, but after that, I lost all trust in it.

If you’re serious about FPV, look into tinywhoops and FPV sims first. Just my two cents!