Caddx released the $199 Digital Walksnail Avatar HD Goggles L

Walksnail Avatar Goggles L – Affordable Digital FPV for Everyone

Walksnail has launched the Goggles L, a budget-friendly digital FPV goggle, revolutionizing the drone community by lowering the cost barrier. Priced at just $199, these goggles make the advanced Walksnail FPV system more accessible, providing an economical alternative to the high-end $460 Goggles X. This significant price reduction opens up digital FPV to a broader audience, making it easier for hobbyists and enthusiasts to enjoy high-quality FPV experiences without breaking the bank.

Key Features and Specifications:

• Screen Resolution: 1920x1080 at 60Hz
• Screen Size: 4.5 Inch LCD
• Supported FPV System: Walksnail Avatar HD FPV System
• Transmission Distance: Over 4km
• Transmission Resolution: 1080p60fps, 720p100fps, 720p60fps
• Minimum Latency: Average 32ms
• Antenna Gain: 4.9dBi LHCP
• Power Input: 6V–25.2V (2S–6S)
• Weight: 351g

The Walksnail Goggles L comes with a crisp 1080p screen resolution and a 4.5-inch LCD display, ensuring a clear and immersive visual experience. The goggles support various transmission resolutions, including 1080p at 60fps and 720p at 100fps, providing flexibility in performance and quality. With an impressive transmission distance of over 4km, these goggles ensure you can enjoy a robust connection over long distances.

Performance and User Experience:

The integrated antennas provide balanced coverage and range, making the Goggles L ideal for indoor flying and small local parks. The 4.9dBi LHCP antennas are designed for directional performance, offering better range when flying in front of the user but potentially reduced performance when flying behind.

One of the standout features is the head tracking support, which uses a 9-axis gyro module to capture the pilot's head movements. This feature enhances the immersive experience by allowing pilots to control the camera's pan and tilt, mimicking a cockpit-like sensation. Caddx has also released compatible gimbals to fully utilize this feature.

Comfort is a priority with the Goggles L. The soft polyurethane foam padding ensures a comfortable fit, reducing light leakage and enhancing the overall wearing experience. Despite weighing 351 grams, the goggles are relatively lightweight, although some users may experience minor light leakage around the nose area. The goggles' design includes a heat dissipation outlet to maintain optimal operating temperature, but users have reported that the top of the goggles can get quite hot after extended use.

Compatibility and Usability:

The Goggles L is compatible with all existing Walksnail VTX models, including VTX V1/V2, 1S Lite, and Moonlight. However, it is strictly designed for the Walksnail FPV system and does not support analog systems or HDZero due to the lack of AV input and HDMI input.

For users requiring vision correction, the Goggles L may not be ideal without custom lenses. The goggles use a magnifying lens system to reduce eye strain, but they do not fit over regular glasses and lack focus adjustment. Walksnail offers customizable prescription lenses, which can be ordered separately for an additional cost. While these custom lenses enhance usability, they add to the overall expense.

Comparison to Walksnail Goggles X:

Despite the different designs, the Goggles L and Goggles X are surprisingly similar in weight (351g vs. 317g). The performance of the Goggles L, even with its lower frame rate, is impressive. Within a 300m range, the Goggles L maintains signal strength and latency comparable to the Goggles X. In some cases, the Goggles L even offers better bitrate and latency performance due to its higher gain antennas.

The main difference lies in the frame rate and latency. The Goggles L operates at 60fps with an average latency of 32ms, whereas the Goggles X offers a 100fps low latency mode with 25-30ms latency. This difference may be crucial for competitive pilots or those requiring the lowest possible latency.

Conclusion:

For $199, the Walksnail Goggles L delivers a remarkable balance of quality, performance, and affordability, making digital FPV more accessible to a broader audience. While lacking some advanced features and lower latency of premium models, their commendable performance makes them a solid choice for anyone looking to enter the digital FPV world without a significant investment.

The Goggles L is perfect for RC cars, FPV drones, and fixed-wing aircraft. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced pilot looking for a cost-effective option, the Goggles L is worth considering. For those requiring advanced features like long-range flying, swappable antennas, video outputs, and built-in focus adjustment, the Goggles X remains the superior choice.

Walksnail’s commitment to making digital FPV more affordable without compromising on essential features is evident with the Goggles L. This product not only lowers the entry barrier for new enthusiasts but also provides seasoned pilots with a budget-friendly alternative for everyday use. Whether you’re flying in a park or experimenting with head tracking, the Goggles L offers an engaging and enjoyable FPV experience.