umm. I just started out with a concept DX in a box 12 years ago and used what I had laying around for about 300 bucks and flew the heck out of it . Then got 6 more heli's after that.. had to try them all.. but as for as what I think.. I saw no problem starting out with a lower cost to even see if I was interested in it.. My 2 cents! oh of course I had to get the UHP Futaba Radio! Computer. At that time it was the best.. To this day I still use it..