For years, TBS Crossfire was the gold standard. It was reliable, long-range, and "just worked." But in the last two years, a disruptor has appeared: ExpressLRS (ELRS).
Why is everyone switching to ELRS?
- Range & Speed: ELRS offers incredibly high refresh rates (up to 1000Hz) with ranges that often exceed the video signal.
- Cost: Because it is open-source, ELRS receivers are tiny and cheap (often under $15), whereas Crossfire hardware is proprietary and expensive.
- Tiny Antennas: For smaller drones, ELRS receivers with built-in ceramic tower antennas are a game-changer. No more long wires to chop with your props!
Should you switch? If you already own Crossfire and it works, keep it. It's still an amazing system. But if you are building a new fleet or just starting out, ELRS is the future. It’s cheaper, faster, and rapidly becoming the industry standard.
