LEGO RC vs 'real' RC (Traxxas, WPL, etc) - first round

In this video I try to compare the remote controlled worlds of LEGO Technic and the hobby grade RC vehicles from Traxxas, WPL and other brands.

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[julianf]

Incredible job on this video! I can’t even imagine how long it took to make all those alternate builds and test all everything. Great dedication for a video that’s not even mainstream. It’s why you’re the best LEGO reviewer out there.

[stevenprins]

Can you make a separate vid of the lego bronco?

[snyperal]

Perfect. My two favourite hobbies in one video. That trx4 is a beast

[adrian]

I also recently got into RC after being obsessed with Lego for a while: I can confidently say that Lego Technic thought me all the concepts and principles that I would need with my crawlers much better than my crawlers did. And indeed, Lego is infinitely more versatile and rewarding.

[TheNazreth]

R/C cars + 3d printer... this is where the fun starts.
I also have similar situation as RacingBrick: Legos + Traxxas R/C. I started with Legos, but while I do enjoy the building of the sets, I have a lot more fun with playing with the R/C models. Durability, power, range, speed. And a ton of customizability, if you are into electronics and have access to 3d printer.

[eilonlipton]

This was a very fair and detailed review of the two worlds. I have almost every Lego RC set that you've showed, and I also have "real" RC cars like the one you showed (and spent close to $1000 on them). I agree there is no clear overall winner to "which is best", but clearly in specific categories there are winners. I love my "real" RC car outdoor on rocky trails, and I love my Lego RC cars indoors and customizable. I'm looking forward to the next parts in your series!

[dennisoommen]

This is a great and really awesome video -Cant imagine the effort you took to get it made ! As a long time RC builder and more recent Lego collector /builder - I fully agree and appreciate all your insightful comments. For me, one clear differentiator is that whilst both are great hobbies for building /tinkering indoor - great RC stuff (speed, thrills, bashing) really needs to be outdoors, whereas you can really enjoy the (slower, more fragile) Lego stuff indoors. Anyways, without a doubt - you are one of the best (if not the) best YouTubers reviewers on Lego/Technic ! Keep it up !

[adriablancafort]

Right now the best option to make a full Proportional Control vehicle for LEGO is the Mould King 6 Channels Powered Module 6.0.
It offers 6 separate chanels with Proportional Control, 50m Range with a real 2.4GHz Radio Transmitter, a lot of Power from an integrated 2S LiPo Battery and it Includes a Proportional Control Transmitter and a Fully customizable Bluetooth Mobile App.
And it's the cheapest option by far! (Compared to BuWizz and LEGO). That's why it is my choice in all my projects.

[tinydiccbandito]

Your channel is my comfort food equivalent. None bullshit, only a cool dude talking calmly about lego

[TottiSchlecker]

I started years ago with lego technik here and there and then lost Controll to rc kits from Tamiya and Kyosho. I love to build and drive them, especially the vintage/retro modells.

[Dangnilo]

It's funny to see how a small R/C bronco can do what the real thing can't.

[jimyu]

I really wish Lego could reintroduce Power Function instead of everything using apps and a smartphone screen. To me, having a physical controller with transmitter/receiver just make it simple, fun, and customizable. Like why people prefer electromechanical machines like a Jukebox over chip controlled electronics.

[Mr.Engine]

As someone into RC who loves Lego, I can confirm everything in the video. I got a second-hand chinese Hosim basher for 50€ and it can do far more than a 500€ Lego RC car build any day. Whenever I want, I just plug in the battery, and enjoy.

HOWEVER: I keep coming back to Lego for its unlimited versatility. It's just so cool to build things from the ground up!

Recently I took it to the next level, making use of Arduino to build my own remote control system. Difficult but the payoff is worth it as you get performance for cheap, easy maintenance, repairability and full customization.

I just love those Lego and RC cars but comparing them even though they're all cars is like comparing apples and oranges

[davidburakulusoy]

This concept is perfect! It iş definetely a clever and valueable additionto channel

[akoshorvath-risko]

I love Lego and RCs. I like this crossover, and not too long from now I'm probably going to test my RCs capabilities against my Zetros... Awesome video!

[dmudsrcaddict]

If you're looking for possibly cheaper, yet still very popular sets over Traxxas; HPI Racing is based out of the UK (TIL as well) and you might have some good success with purchasing there. Their best models are any of the Savages, Baja 5B (If you can support it), and their on-road drift vehicles. Plenty of after-market support, and can last for a while.

[gieselats]

Pretty good comparison. You mentioned all facts for making a decision what to buy. As a fan of aircrafts, there is only the rc models. Take for e.g. the Corsair fu4. To see it fly is so much more exciting.

[RomAerial]

Also for LEGO there are many enthusiasts, who made more powerful and compatible electronics (like Geek Servo or Godzimotor) and custom parts (like planetary gearbox, links, etc). It brings much more fun and build experience.
Have you had experience using something like that?

[jareddeckard]

Great video as always! Neat to see both sides. Could you make a separate video of the jeep bruiser please?🙏

[Limezy_]

Anybody notice the arm of the crane matched his microphone arm???