REC S550
Score: 67/100
BETAFPV Meteor75 Pro
Score: 81/100Rankings
The BETAFPV Meteor75 Pro is a 75 mm brushless whoop quadcopter offering a durable shock-absorbing canopy and powerful 22000 KV motor for indoor and outdoor FPV flying. Its higher KV and larger props reduce efficiency, leading to voltage sag and occasional VTX shutdowns. Best suited for beginners to intermediate pilots seeking a versatile, rugged tiny whoop.
The REC S550 is a value-priced hexacopter frame kit offering a sturdy polycarbonate-fiberglass construction and six motors/ESCs. It lacks integrated electronics and higher-KV motors, making it best suited for experienced DIY builders who want a customizable heavy-lift platform.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
— | 5.5 minutesbest | |
— | 550 mAhbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 1,410 g | 159 gbest |
— | 75 mmbest | |
10 inbest | 1.77 in | |
985 KV | 22,000 KVbest |
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Battery & Power(1) | ||
Battery Type | LiPo | 1S LiHV |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Weight (net) (g) | 1410 g | 159 g |
Performance(2) | ||
Propeller Size (in) | 10 in | 1.77 in |
Recommended Motor KV (KV) | 985 KV | 22000 KV |
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Professional reviewers praise the REC S550 for its durable construction, low cost, and straightforward motor/ESC mounting, but caution that the kit provides only the frame and basic power components, omitting essential electronics.
Everyday builders appreciate the sturdy frame, tight motor fit, and affordability, while frustrations focus on short screws, the need for soldering, and the absence of a flight controller or other electronics.
Professional reviewers consider the Meteor75 Pro a refined, all-round tiny whoop that excels in durability and wind resistance while offering a straightforward out-of-the-box setup. They commend its powerful motor/prop combo, 4K video capability, and native DJI O4 support, but note efficiency penalties from the higher KV motor and occasional VTX shutdowns under heavy load.
Everyday users praise the drone's stability in breezy conditions, quiet operation, and crash-resistant build, describing it as fun and reliable for outdoor acro. Recurring complaints focus on video jitter, voltage sag during aggressive tricks, and a slightly less nimble feel indoors compared with ultra-light competitors.
“perfect for indoor/outdoor/freestyle”
“best tiny whoop for beginners”
