i've used teh JR XS3 & felt comfortable with it, the Spektrum DSX3 (older one) & hated it. & i now own the M11 & it's by far my favourite for feel & functionality. it has everything you need & more. when i got mine i had to order it from overseas as the local importer refused to import it & when i rang them said they had no intention to do so. not sure if they are importing it now or not. i run 1000 mAh nicads in it & charge it before every race meet, it lasts the day no worries.