I don't know about the foamies, I've only had one and it didn't fly straight. I think the tribute was fine, alot of fun and cheap enough to replace if you need. imo you need some stability for harriers and hovering, and the bigger the better, obviously if you want to get into 3-d you know how to fly pretty good right, so move up a step not down, like the sig mayhem or fliton inspire, or a good profile. practice up high enough so you dont hit the ground, and practice ALOT on the simulator, imo the simulator is the VERY best prsactice tool. just my opinion, I could be wrong.