Electric Micro Heli Comparison

Today we’re going to review three different hobby-grade micro helicopters. They are the E-flite Blade CX2, the Heli-Max AXE EZ and the IMEX micro helis. Though these three have very different looks to them, they have many similarities under the hood. Let’s take a look. Here’s a quick chart for you to start with:

And for those that have a hard time finding parts, here’s a quick little chart to help out in those times of need…


As you can see, there’s not too much difference between these micro helis. The biggest difference is in the Blade CX2 – you get a 2.4GHz radio system, vice an FM system. The AXE EZ however, comes with the training gear. All three are priced under $200, so you really can’t go wrong with any one of these. This is a great way to learn to fly a helicopter for anyone.

E-Flite Blade CX2 - New Version is now available!

Horizon Hobby has done it again. They have managed to make the most popular micro heli even better. For the same price as before, the new E-Flite Blade CX2 now features:

- Aluminum Head/Hub included/installed on the heli - Part# EFLH1240
- Over-Current Protection Devices
- 3-in-1 Control unit
- Spektrum AR6100e Receiver is now a separate unit


So, for those of you that may want to use this Spektrum radio system in another R/C vehicle in the furture, now you can. The receiver is now a separate unit from the 3-in-1 controller/mixer unit. Also, over-current protection devices prevent the 3-in-1 unit from burning out in the event of a crash. Does this mean that E-Flite will now put a warranty on this unit? That remains to be seen, but for now, the best micro heli just got better. Get yours here today!