Controllers 

Futaba 4PM Plus

PREMIUM

  • This is the top-of-the-line premium for me.  Yes, Futaba has the 10px that is even better...but at a HUGE price jump.   This controller allows you to do fun SBUS stuff, plays well with all gyros, and has that premium feel and adjustability that most people are after.   My only hesitation with this controller is that it is starting to age, and the user interface is being surpassed by more budget-friendly options every day.   I recommend spending the little extra to get the 4PM with R334SBS receiver combo.

Flysky Noble NB4+

EVERYDAY PREMIUM

  • Want that premium feel of the Futaba, but in a smaller package, super-easy left-hand operation, and cheaper receivers so you can pair it to MANY vehicles...?   Then give the Flysky Noble NB4+ a look!  When at your local race or drift track, you will see A LOT of these - and for good reason.   Although it doesn't carry the same pedigree as the Futaba, it does everything except the SBUS control while also offering a premium 3.5" touchscreen.   Bonus:  you can get the INR4-GYB receiver and use the built-in gyro for drifting - seriously!   

Dumbo DDF-350

JACK OF ALL TRADES

  • Honestly, I only use premium-level controllers for racing and drifting.   I find the benefit just isn't there when we talk about bashing or crawling.  Enter the DumboRC DDF-350.  For less than $100 you get a nice controller, color screen, 10 channels, and super-cheap receivers.  Want to drift on a budget?   It will do that as well.