So far, I've flown my new Mavic Pro2 Zoom with the Skyreat for about 20 hours. This is an excellent addition to my flight kit. I always like to use the larger screen of my iPad for the ability to frame and focus shots, plus see all of the Mavic readouts around the image. Holding the iPad can be a challenge. I have this married with a nice hood, and a 1ft. cable with a right angle on the lightning end of the connector. I highly recommend the right angle plug with this setup. Otherwise, with a straight plug, your left hand will hit the cable and it is in the way going back down into the Skyreat.
I see what other reporters have mentioned about the possibility of the big nylon nut that secures the spring loaded holder to the mount failing. I found a metal version of the same nut at a local hardware store and it is HUGE! I got one and am carrying it with me in case the nylon nut fails. I am hoping I don't have to go to the metal version, but I have a backup just in case.
I was more worried about the lower part of the Skyreat wobbling. The metal plate that slides into the Mavic Controller (where you would normally slide your smartphone) fits snugly and solidly. With both hands on the controller, the entire rig has a very solid and stable feel. It should be noted that you can NOT see the readout of the controller with this unit in place. That's no big deal if you regularly use the Mavic controls from the screen only. If you are used to looking at the readout from the controller window itself, you will have to get used to the different display. I don't find it a problem since I normally run everything from the iPad touch screen. MAKE SURE you get the controller joysticks out of their storage slots before you put the Skyreat in place. I've done that a couple of times (excited to fly!) and it is a bit ungainly trying to juggle the iPad (with hood) and Skyreat unit while you are retrieving the joysticks and installing them.
The Skyreat folds down nicely. Very clever stowing of the arms that swing up to hold the iPad. The whole thing slips right into my landing pad bag and adds neglible weight. Overall, a great addition to my Mavic Pro2 Zoom.
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Easily Holds my 5th Generation iPad
***BUY THE METAL NUT! ***You may have read some reviews in which people gave this holder negative reviews because the plastic nut, which is used to secure the holder in place, breaks easily. I can see why - it's just molded plastic. Skyreat has acknowledged the problem by making an aluminum version of the nut available for a whopping $6.99 here: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07CN8W8CHThe holder does its job. It's easy to assemble and disassemble. It stores almost completely flat and has no trouble securely holding my 5th gen iPad. The portion which connects to the controller is made of aluminum, while the clamp itself is plastic. It's spring loaded and has foam padding to prevent damage to my iPad. Some have complained that it completely obscures the controller, which it does, but this hasn't been an issue for me at all. I know where all the various buttons are on my controller and I don't need to see them to fly my drone. The information on the controller's display is also available in the DJI GO 4 app and is presented on my iPad's screen in an easier-to-read format, making what's on the controller itself redundant. Keeping the center of gravity over the controller means the weight of the controller/iPad combination doesn't fatigue my hands during operation, unlike holders which move the iPad forward of the controller. As long as you buy the aluminum nut, you'll have no issues with this holder.
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The first thing that I would like to point out is that this company has come out with an updated version of this product and I highly recommend you go get the updated version.
Now that that is out of the way, the concept of this holder is good. The main base plate is 100% solid metal and feels really good and I am sure will last over time. I like how the stand can actually fold flat which allows for space savings when putting into a bag. The part the actually holds the device is made of plastic which is why I give this product three stars. In my use of the product I am constantly being extra careful not to over-extend or over stress the part that actually holds my mobile device. I would say that this is a big part that need to be updated and fixed going forward. Pertaining to how to stand works with the controller, it actually fits perfectly and has a perfect balance. It is a snug fit and does not move around when clamped into place. I like how to the holes on the stand allow for me to run cables through them.
Like I said earlier I really don't like how the device holder is plastic and I recommend you go and get the newer version that at least has a metal nut which adds a little more to the durability. If you would like a more in depth look, check out my product video beneath the product description.
Now that that is out of the way, the concept of this holder is good. The main base plate is 100% solid metal and feels really good and I am sure will last over time. I like how the stand can actually fold flat which allows for space savings when putting into a bag. The part the actually holds the device is made of plastic which is why I give this product three stars. In my use of the product I am constantly being extra careful not to over-extend or over stress the part that actually holds my mobile device. I would say that this is a big part that need to be updated and fixed going forward. Pertaining to how to stand works with the controller, it actually fits perfectly and has a perfect balance. It is a snug fit and does not move around when clamped into place. I like how to the holes on the stand allow for me to run cables through them.
Like I said earlier I really don't like how the device holder is plastic and I recommend you go and get the newer version that at least has a metal nut which adds a little more to the durability. If you would like a more in depth look, check out my product video beneath the product description.
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David Sauvé
Recommended if you are aware of the limitations. Metal NUT!
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Product is durable. Arrived on time
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It works with the Mavic controler really well
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