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The Autel EVO II’s Biggest Problem
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- čas přidán 16. 05. 2020
- A new drone release is nothing without a few issues, in today's video we cover the biggest problem I have thus far with the Autel EVO II.
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For those wondering: I have heard others having this issue, so I don’t just have a bad drone
I have Autel evo2 but maybe DJI Mavic Air 2 much better.
Yep, mine is doing the veering off to the left too in Ludicrous mode.
Do I need a the full size iPad?
Of course you'll say that, in order to justify your critique.
I have the same drone, the E2P, and have been flying it for over 2 weeks and have NONE (that's ZERO) of the problems you are calling out.
Control sticks are different, sensitivity is different even with the same curve settings for EXP. Lastly, you mostly fly DJI like many others. Autel and Parrot sticks are different too, and it takes time flying to figure it out that the inner portion of the sticks are snappy. That is all... You don't have to push the sticks full, and if you do, the sensitivity R to L is added in. So many people that are more adapted to DJI sticks have that muscle memory, and then flying an Anafi, or EVO especially can be weird because DJI is less sensitive to the inner half of the controls. That's it.... Fly a Waypoint or Viewpoint... its should fly pretty straight. We do this all the time with Evo's and just did the E2 as well.
On our coast of FL here, we flew M2P, MA2, and Evo/2. Winds were pushing 40+ mph the other day, but routinely winds here are 15-20 AGL and at least 30 mph gusts at 250'. That's a normal day here. Anyway, MA2 was HORRIBLE in those winds. Winds were tossing it around like nothing. M2P did well, but EVO and EVO 2 were able to handle that wind, and gusts that peaked 48 mph at 250'.
We had a job to do, had some time. One of our guys wanted to test his newer MA2, and he said it's cool and all, but for $1000 he would just buy another EVO 1 or add a few hundred towards a M2P. It's just not that great in our area to use on a daily basis.
We didn't put the Anafi in the air lol. That would have been stupid. Our Anafi primary use is close inspection, and we love that 180 tilt camera.
Billy, do yourself and your channel a bit of a service and investigate why these differences are there. Many people that fly these drones as routinely are out there flying every day, and know the stick variations are night vs day... We just shot an area that was 115 acres with the Evo 2 doing Waypoints. Everything was beautiful, and finished in one flight. Previously, anything over 30 acres would require multiple WP missions. EVO2 is a killer drone !! Not even our I2's can get that mark !! Winds were 26 mph at 250', and pushing 38 mph at 400'... We weren't sure, but this was E2's first real test.... it aced the test beating the M2P, and I would never have attempted with the MA2...
Seems to me that Autel is designed more in the Professional Use category... seems their direction is such. Anyone that needs a drone for serious daily field work, RE, etc this drone is amazing.
You don't have a bad drone, you are just too used to the DJI stick sensitivity... that's it really.. and you, and other channels now doing these reviews should do better to test that theory. DJI is a great product, but to be more credible, you have to put in the work, ask around... don't just give an opinion. Try different modes, programmed modes, etc. You and others BEAM with DJI reviews, and it shows which is OK, but seriously, do more to see why there are differences rather than point them out. We get enough of that with our daily NEWS...
Check out the new Firmware that came out a day or so ago. It changed the gimbal for the better!
Did they fix the dynamic range? Looked over sharp and flat compared to dji
And a lot of other problems apparently. I have none of the issues this dude is talking about.
I am extremely skeptical and disappointed by Billy's review.
Why ?
I have the Evo 2 Pro and I do NOT have any of the flight control issues Billy refers to.
Maybe a very marginal drift to the right when in dead stick.
However this review suggests all Evo 2's have this flight control issue.
THEY DON'T !!!!!!
It is a well known fact that DJI's appware ecosystem set's the benchmark in the drone industry.
Autel obviously does not have this benchmark level of appware.
So does that mean Billy will raise this appware differential issue in every non DJI drone review ?
Autel is not DJI, it never has been.
If you want DJI's better appware, buy DJI.
If you want the best camera on a fold up drone, 40 minute flight time, 360° obstacle avoidance, interchangeable camera payload, buy the Autel Evo 2 Pro.
DJI doesn't offer this.
Each manufacturer has their Pro's and Con's, that's my point.
All of Billy's perceived issues are software related, so can be resolved by Autel.
No offence but it comes across that Billy is a DJI fanboy.
This review, plus some very bias and pointed responses to viewer questions here, against the Evo 2, are clearly an indication of such.
Billy, stick to your reviews of DJI only.
Most if not all of these issues were fixed with software releases - I've had my EVO 2 Pro for almost a year now and have had none of the issues mentioned in this video.
Hi Billy, you may try the firmware 2.2.3, in which we optimized the performance in ludicrous mode. Let us know how you feel about it and we will keep improving that.
It's been 1.5 years already. Have you been able to teach your drone to fly smoothly and accurately? Have you taught your drone to make smooth camera stops? or is it still a brick ..?
The Autel Evos biggest problem is the Dji Mavic Air 2.....
agree
Absolutely
That mavic pro 2 is still better than both.
@@mharro88 NO, IT'S NOT. NOT EVEN CLOSE
@@TerryLW yes the mavic Pro 2 is way better than the mavic air 2.
Like others have said, it seems to be luck of the draw may be a certain batch of these has issues. I haven’t had those issues though, the sticks are very sensitive. It is very easy to push forward and to the left slightly or to the right slightly, which is what I’m wondering if that wasn’t happening to you. On top of that, as far as the sensitivity of anything on the controller is concerned… You can adjust that in the menu system. The sensitivity of the camera movement with the roller on the back can be adjusted, as well as the sticks.
I would continue to take it out if I were you and play with those settings a bit. And just make sure that you’re not pushing the joystick slightly to the right or left. Because I have caught myself doing it already and having the same issues with drift you were. I almost think they need a channel for the stick to lock into the forward position, just something so you know that you are forward center and not to one side or the other. Which I think is the biggest issue with the controller. Because again, I’ve caught myself pushing forward laughter forward right slightly and causing the same issues you ran into. Which was totally on me, but also on the ease in which you are able to do so.
I’ve had mine up for probably 20 hours and once I got used to it, I was flying much better. The odd thing is, I have the Evo I and never noticed the same issues, so I’m wondering if it’s just not that the sensitivity for the stick is too high with the out-of-the-box settings. Since they are both pretty much the same, though I do think that there was some sort of change in the processor in the controller itself, as the range is easily another mile or more further than the original Evo. With the controller seemingly keeping better connection to the drone.
So yeah, I guess just play with it a little more and play with the settings and see what happens. Otherwise maybe contact Autel And let them know the issues you were having. Their customer service is second to none and I’m sure they will work with you to try to understand why it’s happening.
Autel, please make an Autel Evo Mini at 249 grams with 4k camera.
Seeing how it works, no thank you
Well, Gary, your wish is coming true real soon with the Nano series.
@@gustavrischmuller2569 checking right now,you think it’ll be under 250g?
@@garyd395 found it?
@@gustavrischmuller2569 yea I found it,I’ll hopefully get one once I see everyone review it first haha,I do own the first mavic mini,very happy with it,so will see
Not having flown the Mavic Air 2, I can't compare. But in fairness to the Evo 2, I wonder how good a drone pilot you are. In this whole video you make no comment about your own skills as a pilot and blame everything on the drone. Anyway, no matter how challenging it is to fly the Evo 2, at least you can still fly it without worrying about no fly zones. And because of that, it will always be a viable alternative to the Mavic Air 2.
Well said mate! If you check his pockets you'll find dji cash in there.
That's a valid point that eluded to without outright saying so because he may very well be a tremendous pilot. I think his comment on ludicrous mode would indicate he has experience so I'll give the benefit of doubt. But, I do think there are other circumstances contributing to the issues he had. I've seen nothing but good and I'm proceeding with my purchase of the Pro.
As an owner of an EVO, I find your comments on the EVO II and the controller very fair. My EVO flys with the handling of a mid-sixtys muscle car, while my MavicMini is more like a Miata. If in LUDICROUS mode, my EVO requires some "upstick" to retain altitude. Inattention will result in lost drone when chasing boats on the Ohio River. Thankfully a good CZcamsr had me ready for this scenario. As far as the controller, my hands feel very awkward when I try to use pinch method. Good job Billy.
Very solid visuals from your car references. I had gotten the EVO 1 when they first came out back in the day and love controller and the NFZ non existent. Can remember how the EVO 1 flew though. As I had to take it back shortly after and flip back to DJI as own a drone photo company and mapping and 3rd parties no one ever had software written to allow to fly that. Was hoping that the EVO2 would be more accepted by software developers as any 107 pilot knows... you will end up using some many different programs from project to project and need something that is a guaranteed acceptance .. Kind of bummed about this video though , but I appreciate your honest review. At least the made the idea of swappable gimbal a real thing so I dont have to own a small fleet to cover the shooting needs of a client LOL. I liked the city romp video very clean edits and flying GOOD JOB
Billy: My EVO II is veering off just like yours when I'm in Ludacrous speed and I thought maybe it was a weak motor, but you are confirming another problem.
I don't believe its a motor problem, this is a software issue and can only be resolved with a firmware upgrade... The EVO II is a great drone, it has problems and I am sure Autel is addressing them.
No, we fly M2P, Evo, Evo2 now routinely. It's just differences in the sticks. Ludi mode especially amplifies the sway because any slight movement even pushed forward can do that, plus the drone tilt is at a crazy angle. Wind direction can cause some weird movement when the drone is pitched like that. Flying upwind seems to have less angle and less sway in Ludi mode... downwind... it's a fun ride. The idea of Ludi mode is to get somewhere fast, not to be cinematic. Even if you lay off the sticks and try to be light on them in Ludi mode, again... the sensitivity is amplified. Like I just reminded Billy, stick sensitivity variations play a HUGE role in how the aircraft behaves in flight. Autel and Parrot sticks are quite a bit different than DJI... if you are used to DJI, the stick action just due to muscle memory will be far different. Our guys at the company took a few weeks flying Autel every day to get used to the sticks. Now when they fly a M2P, it seems to NOT be as snappy. That's it..
@@miketipton678 Sorry Mike your are wrong. I too have the same issues too with mine. Not often but does happen. I'ts not a stick issue.
@@PCS524 recal the controller a few times. Works for a lot of people. There are a couple weird zones on the sticks, most just get used to it. Different feel from DJI birds for sure.
@@ricardomontalban1884 I actually tested it in detail yesterday and it happens also when not in Ludi mode. If I am flying and turn full to the left or right and release the sticks back to center, the drone will continue to turn for a bit in the direction of my turn. I also noticed top speed fluctuations as well, but I can deal with that, but the veering off course HAS to be fixed. I will be returning mine before the 45 day return policy if it's not fixed and wait for M3P or get the DJI Mavic Air 2. I am frustrated for sure.
I owned an Evo drone first. When I went to DJI, I couldn't believe how nice their drones are to fly.
...when you're allowed to take off.
@@EightiesTV I live in the DC SFRA which is why I won't buy a DJI!
Wondering what firmware you are on. 8 haven't had these issues at all.
its funny that u made video , when autel won that lawsuit over dji. Very very very suspect. The deal is u just dont know how to fly anything other than dji .. Just like mustang driver ,doesn't know how to drive a hellcat challenger, lol, Only dji fanboys will complain, like they are now, little boys can't handle big toys. Maybe u should try viagra.
Firmware? The kid smokes camomile ffs!
@@keytiger7 EXACTLY. AT FIRST I had the same problems Then I learned quickly HOW to fly the EVO II. Problem solved.
Billy Kid...why EVO 2 only veers left around that river but not at other places?
The fact that every once in a while the propellers are visible is enough for me not to buy.
Billy,
I really like your videos but I believe this was a "too much" strong of an opinion.
The Evo 2 series really have this issue, but 2 very important points: This only occur in ludacrous mode and this can definitely be corrected by a firmware update. And definitely Autel will release a firmware update for it as they already did with some other issues like horizon tilt, etc...
I am not a blind DJI or Autel fanatic, but I believe blame autel saying this is a flying brick and its a roadblock for people that want to buy this drone is just wrong.
If you love DJI, buy DJI, if you want to try some different, buy Autel, they are different but both very good piece of equipment. No reason to put a block in any of them.
Alex, I'm not a pro drone user, but your comment seems logical. I feel like Billy NOT mentioning that this issue may be fixed with a firmware update, makes me suspicious of his intentions. i.e. he either wants to piss off Autel, so they'll fix it with a firmware update, or he's in bed with DJI. - And to add to that, it seems like when Billy has issues with DJI's stuff, he always has an optimistic viewpoint that DJI will fix it, but in this video, he seems to have a pessimistic viewpoint of this Autel drone, and condemning it. Billy might just be angry over the 20 takes he had to do for that one scene, and while he does make some good points in this video, it was indeed "wrong" as you put it Alex, to say some of the things that he said.
My Evo 1 is very responsive, however the smoothness isn't too great. I wholeheartedly agree that they need to smooth out the way it flies. I have occasionally had the drifting and it is very annoying, but not to the extent of your Evo 2. Thank you for bringing up these issues, hopefully Autel hears you and makes some changes!
Fly a A to B WP mission at various speeds... its not the drone. It's the stick sensitivity. Also especially with an Evo 1 given their age, swap the props. You'd be surprised how newer props can change things on an older bird. Ludi mode however is soooo tilted forward that it will fly erratically, and may drop altitude downwind.... upwind, not as much. Ludi mode is there to get you there faster, it's not for cinematic anything.
Same flight issue you mentioned, even after owning the Autel and actually getting used to it for filming sunsets, just never flew as smooth as the DJI. Same with the Nano, its not a muscle memory thing
Using my EVO 2 for the past 6 month, never had any issues, video is AWSOME and smooth. Dunno why your have that issue.
Instead of fixing their drone drift issues. They were busy Filing New 337 Complaint Regarding Certain Patent against DJI Infringement. By the way they were successful & court orders & recommends ceasing sales and imports of most DJI drones in US as early as July 2020
At least *you were able to fly it*
A DJI drone would hit an invisible brick wall of an unremovable altitude restriction from a runway that doesn't exist or not allow you to take off at all because it's arbitrarily marked as a high population density area.
Air 2 is sooooooo smooth!
@Devitt’s pvp S there is no better drone OVERALL on the planet. Other drones may be slightly stronger in another area ...but none have the total package like the Air 2
Skydio2 also yaws left from time to time. Some say it’s due to wind.
I do have the same issue on my Evo 2 Pro in ludicrous mode (It keeps badly drifting to the left ). Also I do agree that the flying characteristics and the RC tunability of the latest Mavic series are like 10 years ahead in comparisson with the Evo 2.
When I bought my Evo2 640t you are right. It flew like a brick. But I altered the rates down from 5 to 2.5 and she is spot on now
My Evo II doesn’t have this problem, luckily
Me either. And it looks like he had early prototype firmware. I wouldn't be surprised if DJI is sponsoring him.
EightiesTV but the autel evo and evo 2 isn’t from dji😂 it is from autel robotics
@@DroneViral i think they know that 🤣
This is a totally fair review. At my work we have Autel, Skydio and DJI drones. If we were shooting cinematic stuff, the Autel would not be the first choice for the exact reasons you mentiioned. However, for the applications we use it for, the drone is stellar! We have thermal which is really great in Autel drones. We have changed the rates and it stll doesn't orbit as well as others etc. Fortunately, for the work we do, we don't need the flight super smooth and the Autel is our first choice industrial types use.
MAVIC AiR2 💚💚💚
@Devitt’s pvp S Big yes from my site. I chase speedboats and windsurfers and the Air2 is very very comfy in high winds etc .. the mavicpro is a hightech-truck (to heavy)
So isn't Autel selling unlocked while Mavic force lands in any areas THEY claim you shouldn't fly in? I rather fly a brick that doesn't argue with me, than a piece of crap that refuses to do as I tell it.
The day my toaster tells me to go fuck myself, is the day it goes into the garbage bin.
Wow. I sent mine back to Amazon earlier today for a similar reason. Been searching YT vids to see if EVO I has the same problem because I'm not a fan of DJI. One thing i did was change the EXP to .7. At least that made the Roll axis more sensitive. Not sure why they don't have EXPo setting for Pitch and Yaw. Flying in Ludacris mode with the sensors off also helped.
Could it be fixed with a firmware update. Has anyone else had these problems.. I've watched a few other autel Evo 2 videos nobody has complained about this.. not even your buddy original dobo.
Original dobo is another complainer too! They seem to be in good company!
@@thegee9586
😂
muzikmon2267 he’s not flying it right. It’s user error. He’s used to the baby controls of DJI DRONES that’s if he can even take off lol
@@thegee9586
Yeah but he hasn't really complain about the Evo 2 other than the rear sensor that was continuously coming on saying there was an issue.
I mean it's normal these a new drones there's always some issue even with DJI drones..
Have you heard about what happened with the MAVIC AIR 2 with the original dobo
just recently it fell 200 feet from the sky after getting a warning that said the rear motor has basically stopped..
Could you imagine when the mavic 3 comes out. There would be no comparison on the market.
Exactly.
May never happen now that DJI was found guilty of patent infringement.
John Rueda I’m imagining the Autel Evo 4 will be way better than the imaginary Mavic 3.
Most likely no comparison in price with other foldies
Savage Bond : What ? ! ? 😮
Have you reached out to Autell and asked them what the prob is?
Hold down the power and take off button for 3 seconds ,with aircraft on then turn gimbal wheel left and right, you are also missing a lot of autel evo settings
Huh. That is crazy. I also have an EVO II, and if it would of exhibited that behavior I would of returned it for sure... I have a Mavic 2 Pro, and the EVO II has become one of my favorite drones- the battery life has enabled me to do things I would never been able to do with the Mavic. I will agree that I'm not super happy with the Dynamic Tracking, but Autel has been good about releaseing regular firmware updates making improvements all the time. There are absolutely things the Mavic does better, but the fact that the Autel has changeable camera's is a really great bonus... and the 40 minute battery life gives me much more confidence in flying the EVO then the Mavic which always seemed to be running out of a juice right when things were coming together.. I haven't had issues with the "veering" that you are showing... in fact I was really impressed with how stable the EVO II was in very high winds. There was a firmware update today that improved a lot of the gimbal issues.
Thanks. I was seriously thinking about the 6K version. Does this problem still persist even after firmware updates> Thanks
I just got a evo ii but I also have the new firmware. I just did some shots just like you did and had no issues at all. Every take was epic. I’m guessing your bad luck is fixed
If you can't get smooth movements it doesn't matter how good the camera is. Same issues with the EVO 1. Ludicrous was not made for video but to overcome headwinds on RTH.
Agreed. It could have the best camera available, but what's the point without a solid airframe?
Mine was doing that I went through all the calibration again and it fixed the issue.
Hi Billy. I just watched your video and I'm unhappy to hear all the issues you weren't happy with. I was wondering if you did an update video after downloading the new firmware? I don't seem to be having the same issues, although I'm pretty new to this drone. Good job on your video. In God's loving service, Bob
Quite an informative video Billy, I am awaiting the delivery of my Avic Air 2 and Autel Evo II 8K. The positive that you failed to mention is that the problem appears to be software related and not hardware-based,thus firmware and software updates can rectify the problem. Autel has always trailed DJI in the software and firmware department, their software is not comparable to the DJI Go4 App or the Go Fly App.I would hope that this problem is brought to Autel's attention and therefore a firmware/software update would not far off from release.
You should return the EVO 2 8k back and get the EVO 2 Pro. The Mavic Air gives the 8k a run for its money since they both use the same Sony sensor.
dhan219 I am aware that the Evo II 8K and the Mavic Air 2 share the same sensor.I like the 8K recording ability of the Evo II 8K and the ability to change the camera to the 6K Pro camera.
So happy I went with the mavic air 2 ha
@WildlandDonkey LOL YEP. Ruined 3 different jobs for me. Never again.
@Daytona 6263 We are talking about pros here. Not backyard bandits.
My friend mavic air 2 has gimbal problem averload for no reason
Where you are is the sole responsibility of the remote pilot in command. Anything that will not allow you to fly where the privileges of your certificate or exemption legally permit you to is a device that should be returned to the manufacturer for a full refund.
No other reviewer brought this issue up....
Exactly!
He didnt include the flight logs. Others on FB have said he is just DJI fan boy.
Its been other issues just gotta look up other vlog on this
greetings I have evo 2 and I completely agree with your opinion thanks
that river has magnetic alien attraction to the left
A few weeks ago flytpath was comparing the evo 2 video to the mavic 2. He said the exact same thing. That the mavic 2 flies way better. So the only hope is that they can fix it with a software update.
Hmm.....who would have thought...I learned a long time ago just go with the best to avoid the headaches.
Well, as I do some sports photography, I have to have a platform that follows my commands to the letter because my shots are usually one shot only takes.... i will wait for this to be fixed before I buy....
same. I shoot for production companies and multiple cameras are capturing the same action at the same time. I cant just say "hang on everyone! we need to do it AGAIN" My p4p does exactly what my inputs are unless im in sport mode with high winds. This news from billy means hard no on this drone.
Software issue. My evo one doesn’t do that.
As always Billy, good work at finding the good, the bad, and the other 💪🏾 💪🏾
I hate to say but having the obstacle avoidance on especially over water or flying into sunlight or a reflection.. any evo has issues. I always turn obstacle avoidance off. Leave the radar on. Not an excuse but it does help fix it. But the evo dives so fast in Ludacris mode it loses altitude. Its aggressive in Ludacris.
Thanks you telling me, I was about to get one
This is why I was extremely hesitant about getting the Evo 2. I've had my Evo 1 for over a year. And right after one of Autel's firmware updates last summer, I noticed my Evo was veereing to the right. This problem is not constant or consistant. I still use my Evo quite often, but as I tell people, when I absolutely HAVE to get the shot, I use my Mavic 2.
This guy talks fast. Thinks slow.
I agree! A drone you can't control precisely is not ever going to be your everyday shooter. It's like a gun that jams ever 5 shots or only being able to fly on the most cloudless, windless or brightest days, it just won't work. It's a shame, because I'm sure that footage takes forever to load into the editor to make your final edits. Thanks for the honest review.
I just sold a DJI Mavic Pro Platinum because it had too many options to keep up with, and made flying the drone a time consuming hassle instead of a joy to fly and take video and photos with. This guy obviously makes money with drones and wants what he wants and needs and as he suggested, we all have different needs and reasons to like or dislike a drone. From other videos, this drone looks quicker and easier to fly which is what I need at age 74. I got great pictures with the Mavic Pro, but just didn't want the hassle of all the settings of which many were necessary. I want a drone like my Galaxy 10+, set it on auto and set the basics and get good pictures. My decision at the moment is whether to buy this drone now, or wait and see what and if there is a Mavic 3...
Have you faced any of the random yaw issues while in normal mode?
I imagine the app and the drone will only get more smooth, DJI drone only got better and better and more refined as sw/fw updates came out.
You are fly at top speed and expecting cinematic footage... rarely do you need to do that... yes there are some instances but it far and few between unless you are doing a lot of boat etc market videos... it will only get better and better no doubt.
5:40...
First, the EVO II has over twice the specific mass as any Mavic with the CG well behind where the forward rotor spars attach to the fuselage. That alone gives it a much different flight characteristic than the Mavics, which in turn have different flight characteristics than the Inspire. The torque of the Mavic's rotors easily overcomes the momentum of the smaller craft whereas the EVO II, with it's massive weight and "ludicrous" speeds will exceed it's flight envelope and drift past the throttle-down point where smaller craft flyers usually expect their drones to "stick" in the air. Lastly, if you are attempting "cinematic" in regular manual flight mode then you are going to be disappointed if you attempt anything other than a smooth maneuver. EVO II has Precision and Dual Stability modes for that. It you want swooping drone shots then fly FPV cine. It you want a stable platform to shoot 8K, 6K and 4K at 60fps, get the EVO II
P.S. How many firmware updates has the Mavic 2 series had in nearly two years? EVO II is only a month old and has had just two updates since shipping. Accessories have not even been released
You have mentioned how precise DJI air 2 feels compared to Evo, and after flying it for 2 days I wholeheartedly agree. But!! Currently there is NO customization of a gimbal speed or stick expo whatsoever! I simply don't understand how DJI did this inexcusable thing with such an otherwise great drone. With this, and the famous battery issue with fly more combo, one begins wondering if DJI is losing their touch.
the only thing I chose Mavic Air 2 over Autel robotics is the Occusync 2.0. what's special Autel radio signal technology being used? something similar to Occusync ?
I'm wondering if you would stil have these problems in a slightly slower luducrious speed. I thought it had two different ludicrous speeds. I also think you can adjust the yaw sensitivity if you go into advanced settings mode. I want to buy this drone so bad, but not if it does the vering to the left and the props in the shot thing. Do you get props in the shot at say an average speed? Thanks for sharing this with us. Please let us know if you find any answers for these problems, like maybe a firmware update, or maybe the magic tooth fairy touching it with her wand. Thanks. Marc T.
Well I’ve tested mavic 2 and evo 2 in extreme winds I’m talking gusting 40 knots. I can say that the flying brick did significantly better in the high winds then the dji did.
You can adjust the Drone so it will fly very smooth and it won't drift
feed back and firmware updates not mentioned at all as the solution?
As always, you've provided a great presentation. These problems you are having are a bit unsettling as I own The EVO 2 8K and it is a vital and growing camera in my small sized video production company. I don't have the hours of flight time you have so your videos provide great insight to what I can expect moving forward. Having said that do you see any reason(s) these problems won't/can't be addressed by AUTEL with a software update? Thanks for your videos.
A software update could fix things, yes. Thanks for the comment!
Billy. Dale from Toronto, Ontario in Canada. Have you had any luck with the problem of the Autel Evo 2 drifting left, bobbing up and down and any other issues? Any other problems that have been fixed with firmware? I am looking forward to buying the Autel Evo 2 Smart Controller. I am in need of a reliable shooter that makes a great package with their new Smart Controller that is supposed to be out sometime this month in May 2021.
The bobbing up and down over the water, it is just following the waves, it is very sensitive.
Very helpful. I really wanted to buy the Autel EVO 2, but this video made up my mind! Love your videos
Can you exclude a wind component? At 3:02 you can see al flag on the left side. It seems to me, it was not calm wind.
Thank you so much for this. A couple questions though:
1. This was the Autel EVO II, and not the Autel EVO II Pro right? That said, this may not even make a difference, since both drones supposedly use the same body. (Please correct me if I'm wrong)
2. Did you only encounter those issues (veering to the left, props in the shot, etc) while flying at Ludicrous mode? What about other flight modes, such as Normal? (or Tripod/Slow/Cinematic if there's such a setting)
3. Might it just be that you have a faulty/bad model? (just wondering if there have been many similar reports from others using it in the same conditions.)
Nobody can match the flight controls on a DJI drone, it's just a fact. Thank you for a great review Billy.
You hit the nail on the head. I will not leave DJI because quite frankly they're the most reliable company. Or should I say their drones are. I bought an autel evo 2 to add to my collection. Me and my GF both fly drones and she said pretty much the exact same thing as you!! She did not like the way the autel handled. She hated it. She said It felt really clunky compared to the mavic pro. I feel this way to. Im selling the autel drone and sticking with my mavic pro.
I do agree with you with on the ability to fine tune your flight settings for smoothness, I have found with my EVO1 I just have to slow things down a bit in order to achieve that smoothness. And I do understand for the price of it all you are getting is a better camera. But you my want to try getting another set of props cause you my have a balance issue. And unfortunately nobody makes 3rd party props for the EVO.
Thanks Billy for shooting us straight on the EVO 2. One person is not because
he is part of Drone Works. He is defaulting to the NFZ. when the knows the
EVO 2 has issues. I think it looks like a damn flying Black & Decker drill .
I can't fly my Phantom fast because the gimbal shakes so it might not really make any difference compared to the Evo 2. Hopefully though Autel gets this worked out with some software upgrades
I haven't had this problem with mine (EVO II Pro 6k). However, I went through all of the calibration processes in the app first. Have you done this? Also, you can adjust the sensitivity. Just the slightest insignificant touch on the stick can make that happen if it is set too high.
The gimbal calibration may have some affect on seeing the props too. Again, not an issue with mine.
Best review for product.... more info 😊 thanks
The Evo 1 flew like shit when it first came out, he'll they just fixed it dropping Altitude in ludicrous mode. I'm sure once they update the flight control it will be good.
What they fixed was a few degrees less pitch angle... fly uwpind.. notice the difference in speed now? It's down about 6 mph from what it used to be, but fewer notice that. Flying downwind especially at that pitch angle can lose altitude... Ludicrous mode amplifies your stick movement a ton... takes a while to get used to it. I actually recommend it. Practice stick dynamics in Ludi mode, and you will adapt to the slower modes much faster. Ludi mode can be like a non GPS drone, but that's NOT the point of that speed. That speed is there to get you in and out of situations fast.... IE get the hell out of the way of manned aircraft. Flying these drones in the highest speeds all the time is asking for problems with motors, and esc circuits... Just look at recent reviews of MA2 motor problems... that can be a bigger BAD than anything wrong with the Evo. Our MA2 threw 5 motor warnings flying upwind the other day. Not good at all. When it landed they were hot !
Nice video... what you you think of the parrot anafi?
Have you thought maybe the drone experienced RFI (frequency interference), and caused it to veer to the left or slow down? I don’t have an EVO, so I’m not defending it, but I’m in the market of getting a Mavic Pro 2. Was checking out the EVO 2, but you review of the EVO is not good.
Comes to a point where were just comparing every other drone company with DJI. DJI is the Apple of the eye.
I’m pretty sure that these problems are fixed by now
I ordered E2 Pro today, in a few days I can tell you if it is fixed. I think it is a not or not correct calibrated compass.
Great work Billy. Did you cut your own hair?
Couldn't agree more. This drone has a LONNNNNNG way to go. Had same issues and it kept losing connection after about 100 feet. DJI all day.
Mine flies great. But it's a 2021 bought in January. I actually stopped using the DJI stuff due to their restrictive software and their HORRIBLE service.
So what's the best drone for the money I want something takes good pictures I want something fast and I want something reliable?
Thank you buddy.I really appreciated your time.
you didn't mention DJI has a geofence that prevents you from taking off sometimes and it won't even let you start the Drone The Evo 2 does not have any geofencing at all on its system which is a plus for many people and I'm sorry I'm not spending $ 5000 and up on the DJI Inspire 2 geofencing installed on it
Great information Billy, Thanks!
so I take it this is not only just an 8k model issue but also will be an issue on the 6k pro? because they are essentially the same drone, right?
Anyone who’s looking to get this drone it’s amazing idk what he’s talking about this things is so amazing and smooth I’m convinced he got a bad one out of the patch because this thing is crazy smooth
Hey Billy. I have a P4P and I’m getting green flickering screen when I use my IPad Mini 2. Any suggestions on how to eliminate that. Another awesome video!!
The iPad Mini 2 is too old to run Go4. The app has bloated and required more and more processing power after every app update. I had to upgrade my Mini 2 with a Mini 4. And now I have a Mini 5. My friend who also had a P4P experienced the same thing and had to upgrade to a Mini 4 as well.
In the meantime, if you haven't already, kill all other running apps and turn off video caching in Go4.
Good information... Will wait for the next year mavic 3
Same here
I wasn't impressed when I first flew my EVO II. I adjusted the EXP and sensitivity so it would fly the way I want it to fly. Now it flies fine, anywhere. I also don't use obstacle avoidance.
I was waiting for a real review. So many people do these reviews and not say anything. Like the skydio 2 drone . Everyone was like it’s a DJI killer. You did the review with it and showed the one trick pony does track great the thing every tester left out was it can’t fly at night. This is a huge issue. I alway watch reviews and I wait for the guys like you to fly it. I’m sorry the evo fan boys got mad but this was your experience. Yes it maybe a software issue but it’s still a issue and I bet that others have had this and won’t say crap about it. Keep up the full reviews billy , people need to get both sides of the product . Oh I like how some questioned you pilot skills lol they are really reaching there. They need to watch some more of your videos, the years worth of your drone skills.
Just bought the 6K today. I am having all the issues you are talking about. Also the speed will vary with some sort of GPS signal strength. Slowing down,, speeding up... Yaw is horrible. Controller is still garbage. PLEASE tell me there is some fixes I am missing. The unit will not fly straight in any mode.
I just got the 8k version a couple days ago and had to upgrade the firmware twice. A lot of the settings he said were missing are now available. I have not seen those flying issues yet but have only flown a couple of times. I hope one of the recent updates has fixed your issue.
@@dsvollmer I did a firmware update. First, in order to have consistent speed you must turn off obstacle avoidance. It see everything that's not there. Second, you have to line up a straight run and be very accurate on the sticks. Even then my unit still pulls hard to the left. I go, everytime I turn it on, to the expo settings to try and get consistency. I find that going 100% throttle then correcting with Roll works. Once on track, with Roll correction, it will fly straight. This unit is highly overrated. The photos are garbage, the video is decent and it flies like poop. So I am glad to still get work done by the airport, I will sell this as soon as something better comes along.
Hey Billy, would you make a video testing the EVO II’s active track against the Skydio like you did a few months ago with the Mavic 2 Pro? Thanks!!
An issue like this could easily cause crashes, very concerning. I was going to purchase the Evo II Pro, but not sure what to do now. I do trust your review, you are more factual and frank than most reviewers. I wonder if this is something Autel will be able to address with firmware, or if it is a hardware flaw... which could explain the big delay in the release of these.
Thanks for this video, its very informative. I sold my old Mavic Pro awhile ago and have been on the fence whether to get the Evo 2 or Mavic 2 Pro. With Mavic Air 2 just out and all its improvements, this would be another option. The problem however from what I've seen is with the DJI Fly app not being as tunable as the DJI Go app. Your review was between the EVO 2 app and the DJI Go app, not the DJI Fly app. I would buy the Mavic Air 2 but the DJI Fly app is limited compared to the DJI Go app. What gimbal and drone speed controls do you lose between DJI Fly and Go apps? Thanks Billy.
I have the MA2 and P4P. While the MA2 is a great ans small drone with good looking vids and pics, it is NOT near a replacement for my p4p. doesn't compare to the M2P either. PLus dirty little secret, the battery life is NOWHERE NEAR 34 minutes on the new MA2. more like 19...
I think you are advertising Dji product not Autel Evo 2