Anyone recommend a Phantom 3 Standard Case? under $100?

DroneDestination · Jan 28, 2016

Ah, but finding the case... that is the REAL problem! Especially for those who can't get the MCM case.

250Flyer · Jan 28, 2016

DroneDestination said:
Ah, but finding the case... that is the REAL problem! Especially for those who can't get the MCM case.

This ^

Phoenix 1 · Jan 28, 2016

Yes, but obviously it doesn't have to be an mcm case, with this idea you can go out and get any type or size case or back pack you want, use what ever type of foam you want and create your own , to your own specs.I guess it depends how you want to transport it, in your car, or up a mountain on your back.
Just an idea I came across for those who are handy with their hands.

Uhly · Jan 29, 2016

scubasteve101 said:

ScubaSteve
I've been looking at the exact MCM case model # 22-24160 (this is the one here right) for weeks. How is this working out for ya'? Was it a bear to cut all the foam? Does the drone stay securely snug in the case when carrying the case by the handle? Thanks.

scubasteve101 · Jan 29, 2016

Uhly said:
ScubaSteve
I've been looking at the exact MCM case model # 22-24160 (this is the one here right) for weeks. How is this working out for ya'? Was it a bear to cut all the foam? Does the drone stay securely snug in the case when carrying the case by the handle? Thanks.

Yes it is the 22-24160 (the deep one), so far I love it. Cutting all of the foam wasn't terrible but it definitely took me about 2 hours or better to lay it all out and cut it up. The foam is pre-cut in small squares in attempt to make it easier to layout but in reality they don't all tear off neat and clean so you'll need to use a knife regardless.

I had to try a number of different stacking arrangements of the different foams to get the drone to be nice and snug with the lid closed. As it sits right now, the drone itself with the props on is at the perfect height to be nice and snug with the lid latched, I have no worries of it being too tight or loose in the case. The batteries on the other hand sit a little lower than the top of the drone so they have about an inch of vertical wiggle room before they hit the lid's foam; even with that extra space there's no way they could get free in the case and damage themselves or anything else so I'm not worried about it.

Tomorrow I'm taking it out for its first real trip...I'll report back on any issues.

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Uhly · Jan 30, 2016

scubasteve101 said:
Yes it is the 22-24160 (the deep one), so far I love it. Cutting all of the foam wasn't terrible but it definitely took me about 2 hours or better to lay it all out and cut it up. The foam is pre-cut in small squares in attempt to make it easier to layout but in reality they don't all tear off neat and clean so you'll need to use a knife regardless.

I had to try a number of different stacking arrangements of the different foams to get the drone to be nice and snug with the lid closed. As it sits right now, the drone itself with the props on is at the perfect height to be nice and snug with the lid latched, I have no worries of it being too tight or loose in the case. The batteries on the other hand sit a little lower than the top of the drone so they have about an inch of vertical wiggle room before they hit the lid's foam; even with that extra space there's no way they could get free in the case and damage themselves or anything else so I'm not worried about it.

Tomorrow I'm taking it out for its first real trip...I'll report back on any issues.

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Great, Thanks. The case looks very good, not looking forward to the cutting of the foam.

tiziano · Jan 30, 2016

jbe420 said:
I chose a cheaper non hard shell works great and looks like a book bag

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Where did you buy it? I'm considering to buy one, but so far I only found it on Aliexpress (with rather high shipping costs of 110$ to Italy) while it is not available for shipping on Amazon.

msinger · Jan 30, 2016

tiziano said:
Where did you buy it?

You can find it on eBay too.

250Flyer · Jan 30, 2016

I went for one of these: Drone Max Agile backpack - universal drone quadcopter rucksack (Black): Amazon.co.uk: Luggage

It's not an hard case but there's plenty of room.

The reviews are great too!

jbe420 · Jan 30, 2016

It's on eBay type in dji phantom backpack I got mine for less than 40 but I see them for around 50 now

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250Flyer · Jan 30, 2016

tiziano said:
Where did you buy it? I'm considering to buy one, but so far I only found it on Aliexpress (with rather high shipping costs of 110$ to Italy) while it is not available for shipping on Amazon.

I have just purchased this... Lots of room and cheap -

Drone Max Agile backpack - universal drone quadcopter rucksack (Black): Amazon.co.uk: Luggage

wakebrdr94 · Feb 7, 2016

Got mine from gearbeast today, can't complain, not bad overall. Just had to unscrew the phone holder for it to fit. 50 bucks shipped, took about two and a half weeks

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DroneDestination · Feb 7, 2016

I have the same one, but from Banggood.

LanaRain · Feb 7, 2016

wakebrdr94 said:
Got mine from gearbeast today, can't complain, not bad overall. Just had to unscrew the phone holder for it to fit. 50 bucks shipped, took about two and a half weeks

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Great looking case [emoji1] nice job. [emoji106]

x11freak · Feb 7, 2016

LanaRain said:
eBay $73.00 if you're gonna cut it up anyways in order to fit antennas or iPads or different mounts.
Mine works good . Check it out.

Really like the decals! Did they come with the case??

feddo714 · Feb 7, 2016

I got the Dji hard case backpack for 99.00 at micro center ...better n the items I saw on eBay and Amazon

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mandalay · Feb 7, 2016

x11freak said:
Really like the decals! Did they come with the case??

I doubt it. You can buy it on eBay here.
DJI Phantom Drone 3 piece COMBO PACK Case Decal Vinyl Sticker Set

Rahul Kumar · Feb 7, 2016

I just picked up the droneguard kit from lowepro Lowepro DroneGuard Kit LP36910 B&H Photo Video. It's fantastic. Yes, definitely not as secure as a hardshell case, but it's so great to have everything easily accessible. Mine holds my P3P, four batteries, props, wind gauge, usb battery pack etc. the only downside was that my wife calls it my "drone purse". But seriously, it's awesome, I have made more than a few trips with it and am very happy. I can be at a location and out doing preflight in less than 2 minutes.

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x11freak · Feb 7, 2016

mandalay said:
I doubt it. You can buy it on eBay here.
DJI Phantom Drone 3 piece COMBO PACK Case Decal Vinyl Sticker Set

Thanks! Will try to find a European alternative as it looks like the seller isn't shipping to Belgium (would probably cost more than the stickers as well :-( )