QWinOut F450
Score: 75/100Potensic ATOM 2 Kit
Score: 85/100Rankings
The Potensic ATOM 2 Standard Kit is a lightweight, beginner-friendly drone offering 4K video, 12 MP RAW photos and an impressive 32-minute flight time, all while staying under the 250 g registration threshold.
The QWinOut F450 APM2.8 kit is a feature-rich DIY quadcopter that bundles most hardware needed for learning autonomous flight, though it demands soldering and firmware work. Its sturdy nylon frame and open-source controller make it ideal for education, but the lack of a camera and an outdated flight controller may deter users seeking a ready-to-fly experience.
| Attribute | | Potensic ATOM 2 Kit |
|---|---|---|
— | 32 minutesbest | |
2,200 mAh | 2,230 mAhbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 2,033 g | 249 gbest |
11.1 Vbest | 7.7 V | |
— | 12 MPbest | |
30 Abest | — | |
— | 6 countbest |
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| Attribute | | Potensic ATOM 2 Kit |
|---|---|---|
Performance(1) | ||
Total Kit Weight (g) | 2033 g | 249 g |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Connectivity Type | UART, CAN, Micro USB | 2.4 GHz Pixsync 3.0 |
Battery & Power(3) | ||
Flight Time (minutes) | 8-15 minutes | 32 minutes |
Battery Capacity (mAh) | 2200 mAh | 2230 mAh |
Battery Voltage (V) | 11.1 V | 7.7 V |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers view the QWinOut F450 as a solid, feature-rich educational kit that bundles most required components, but they note that the reliance on the older APM 2.8 controller may limit its appeal for users seeking the latest flight stack stability and features.
Everyday users appreciate the completeness of the package and the learning opportunities it provides, especially for APM and Mission Planner. Common frustrations revolve around inconsistent motor specs, lack of clear instructions, fragile plastic propellers, and the outdated flight controller.
Professional reviewers praise the ATOM as a standout beginner drone, highlighting its 4K video, 32-minute endurance, RAW capture and registration-free weight, while noting the lack of obstacle avoidance and Remote ID.
Everyday users love the ease of use, video quality and long flight time, but complain about missing obstacle avoidance, occasional signal issues and the absence of ND filters.
“Everything included - saved me weeks of sourcing parts.”
“Great for learning APM and Mission Planner.”
“Frame is sturdy and easy to assemble.”
