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Which RC submarine is best?

Remote control toys can be hugely entertaining. From racing through dirt and doing back flips to soaring through the clouds, you are bound to find a gadget that’s suitable for you. But some people don’t want to be on land or in the sky.

For those, the only gadget that will do is a remote-controlled submarine. As the name implies, it is an underwater craft that you control through wireless technology. So, if you are not into battleships or aircraft with cameras, your best bet will be the FIFISH V6 Remotely operated underwater vehicle (ROV). 

What to know before you buy an RC submarine

There are different control methods

Largely dependent on the type of submarine you get, there are two different control methods. Dynamic remote control submarines are generally more affordable and can stay afloat with simple buoyancy controls. Static RC submarines are more expensive and use complex controls to remain submerged through compressed gas or a pump.

They can be expensive

As with any hobby, you must set yourself a budget and try your best to stick to it. There is a variety of RC submarines available, ranging from simple kids’ toys to accurate replicas of real-world machines. A good rule of thumb is the more complex a submarine is, the more expensive it will be.

RC submarines have a controller range

Similar to remote-controlled boats and ships, submarines have a limited range. If you stray too far from the controller, you will lose communication and the device will stop. In the case of submarines, the device might lose the ability to maintain