Baby Stuff Lab compares top-rated RC Radio Receivers under $20 by analyzing reviews and customer feedback. You can easily choose the right one from our Editor Pick List.
Top Rated RC Radio Receivers under $20
No. 1 
Radiolink 2.4Ghz R6F 6 Channels RC Receiver Long Distance Control for Car/Boat Surface Remote Controller RC6GS V2/RC4GS V2/RC4GS V3/RC6GS...
- Excellent Anti-interference: With pseudo random FHSS algorithm, which makes R6F with excellent anti-interference ability, control distance up to 1300 feet (400 meters).
- Superb Response: high resolution ratio of 4096, stable signal output to provide a fast response for all 6 channels, suitable for rock crawler, monster, truck, buggy, etc.
- Press to Bind: No need bind plug and any radio setting, only press bind button for 1 second after power up radio and receiver.
- Anti-polarity Safe Protection: With reverse polarity protection circuit, not damage the receiver even you insert wrong polarity. 3.0-15V DC support high voltage servo.
- Compact Case: Dimension 1.38*0.5*0.78(L x W x H), light weight 0.21oz, it save space effectively and works well for most of rc car receiver's box.
No. 2 
Radiolink R6FG 6 Channels 2.4GHz RC Receiver with Gyro, Surface Long Range Control RX for Vehicle Drifting/Crawler/Truck/Boat Works with Radio...
- Excellent Anti-interference: With pseudo random algorithm FHSS communication technology, which makes R6FG with stable signal and outstanding ground control range over 1300 feet (400 meters).
- Integrated Gyro: built-in gyro can keep the vehicle in a straight line, and Gyro sensitivity can be adjusted by transmitter, which fits for drifting and on-road cars.
- Superb Fast Response: high resolution ratio of 4096, stable signal output to provide a fast response for all channels, suitable for rc rock crawler, truck, buggy, drifting, etc.
- Press to Bind: No need bind plug and any radio setting, only press bind button for 1 second after power up radio and receiver.
- Anti-polarity Protection: With reverse polarity protection, not damage the receiver even you insert wrong polarity. 3.0-15v DC support high voltage servo. Compatible Transmitters: RC8X/RC6GS V3/RC4GS...
No. 3 
Radiolink R4FGM V2.3 4 Channels Tiny RC Gyro Receiver for Mini RC Cars 1/28 and Boats, 3-10V High Voltage Servo Support, Long Control Distance for...
- 4 Channels: Mini size 0.98*0.51inch, as lightweight as 0.1oz, can use it for 1:28 RC mini cars, like hotwheel.
- Excellent Anti-interference: With pseudo random FHSS algorithm, which makes R4FGM with excellent anti-interference ability, control range up to1300 feet (400 meters) on the ground.
- Integrated Gyro: built-in gyro can keep the vehicle in a straight line, and Gyro sensitivity can be adjusted by transmitter, which fits for drifting and on-road cars.
- Reverse Polarity Protection: Even the polarities are mistakenly connected, the receiver won't be damaged. The power of 3.0-6V supports high voltage servo.
- Simple Bind and Switch Modes: No need for any setting on the controller when R4FGM binds with the radio, press 1 second to bind. Shot press 3 times within 1 second to on/off Gyro mode. It suitable for...
No. 4 
Flysky RC FS-iA6B Receiver 2.4G 6 Channel i-Bus PPM Receiver Compatible with Flysky FS-i6X / FS-i4 / FS-i6 / FS-i10 Radio Transmitter Remote...
- Reliable, interference free 2.4GHz AFHDS2A signal operation,Data port: PWM / PPM / i.bus / s.bus
- Ultra light weight design Flysky FS-iA6B is a 6 channel receiver designed for Airplane / Glider / Helicopter. for most RC cars, trucks and airplane
- Easy to bind and very fast link-up
- 6 channels receiver compatible Flysky i4 i6 i10 transmitter
- Quick and extremely stable in performance,worth your choice
No. 5 
Flysky Receiver FS-GR3E AFHDS Long Range 3CH 2.4GHz Receiver for FS-GT2 FS-GT2B FS-GT3B FS-GT3C FS-IT4S Transmitter RC Car Boat (1 Pc)
- Reliable, interference free 2.4GHz AFHDS signal operation.Quick and extremely stable in performance
- This 3CH receiver is very easy to bind very fast link-up, strong signal distance
- Compatible with FS-GT2 FS-GT2B FS-GT3B FS-GT3C FS-IT4S Transmitter
- Quick and extremely stable in performance for RC cars, Truck, buggy, RC Boat
- Note: The factory communication protocol of GR3E receiver is AFHDS . Only when the transmitter communication protocol is AFHDS, it can link to the frequency. If the transmitter communication protocol...
No. 6 
Radiolink R4FGM V2.2 3.4Ghz 4 Channels RC Gyro Receiver for Mini RC Cars 400m Long Range Control for RC Remote Controller RC8X/RC6GS V3/RC4GS V3
- 【Superior Anti-Interference】- With FHSS spread spectrum and 67-channel pseudo-random frequency hopping, the Radiolink R4FGM 4 Channels Receiver with super anti-interference ability allows...
- 【Latest V2.3 Version Radiolink R4FGM Receiver】- 3ms* Response, servo speed can be selected from 14ms, 4ms, and 3ms. 14ms is suggested selected if connect with the analog servo, while 4ms or 3ms is...
- 【Built-in Gyro】- Built-in gyro can keep the vehicle in a straight line, and Gyro sensitivity can be adjusted by transmitter, which fits for drifting and on-road cars. The power of 3.0-6V supports...
- 【Easy and One-time binding】- Each receiver has a specific ID which means only need to bind once and the radio will remember the receiver next time. And binding just need to press the bind button...
- 【High Compatibility】- Radiolink R4FGM V2.3 receiver is ideal for most RC cars&boats, like RC crawlers, trucks, buggies, tanks, drifting cars, gasoline cars, boats etc. Compatible Transmitters:...
No. 7 
Radiolink R8EF 8 Channels 2.4GHz RC Receiver SBUS/PPM/PWM Long Range Control RX for Airplane Truck Robots Helicopter RC Transmitter...
- 【Excellent Anti-interference】 - With pseudo-random FHSS algorithm, which makes R8EF with excellent anti-interference ability, long control range up to 1.2 miles (2000 meters).
- 【8 Channels and 3 Signals Support】 - With standard SBUS/PPM/PWM signal output, ideal for most aircraft, the high-resolution ratio of 4096, fast Response for all channels.
- 【Press to Bind】 - No need for traditional bind plug and any radio setup, only need to press the bind button for 1 second after powering up the radio and receiver.
- 【Anti-polarity Protection】 - With reverse polarity protection, won't damage the receiver even if you insert the wrong polarity. 3.0-15V DC input voltage range, supports high voltage servo.
- 【Wide Compatibility】 - Works with transmitter T12D, T16D, T8S, T8FB, RC4GS, RC4GS V2, RC4GS V3, RC6GS, RC6GS V2, RC6GS V3, and RC8X. Adaptable models include Rotary Wing, Fixed Wing, Glider,...
No. 8 
DTXMX Flysky Receiver FS-iA6B 2.4G AFHDS 2A 6Channels Support PWM/PPM/i-Bus Output Compatible Flysky FS-i6 FS-i6X FS-i6S and i10 RC Radio Transmitter
- It is reliable, operates with 2.4 GHz AFHDS 2A signal, safe and steady and does not interfere with.
- Support PPM output, single wire connection flight control, with iBus interface, scalable channel.
- Better compatibility, it can be compatible for FS-i4, FS-i6, FS-i6X,FS-i6S,FS-i10 variety of transmitters, reduce your trouble.
- 2.4G mode is an improved version of the second generation digital automatic FM system with six channels to provide better signal.
- Applicable to aircraft / glider / helicopter, with I-Bus interface and data acquisition interface.
No. 9 
MEUS RACING 2.4GHz RC Receiver M-04A Long Range Control RX Compatible with MEUS Racing RC Transmitter ME-10B for RC Car/Boat/Tank etc. (4CH-A)
- Integrated with pseudo random FHSS algorithm and GFSK technology for excellent anti-interference ability, control distance up to 984ft (300 meters) on the ground and 2625ft (800meters) in the air.
- Providing real-time telemetry of vital information e.g. battery voltage, RSSI signal avoiding the battery over-discharge and damage.
- High resolution ratio of 4096, stable signal output to provide a fast response for all channels, suitable for rc rock crawler, truck, buggy, drifting, etc.
- Comes with bind button for easy bind, only press the bind button for 1 second after power up radio transmitter and receiver.
- Water splash proof, comes with anti-polarity protection, won't damage the receiver even you insert wrong polarity.
No. 10 
RadioMaster 2.4GHz RP1 ELRS FPV Receiver ExpressLRS Nano Receiver Come with 65mm UFL T Antenna for TX16S TX12 Zorro ELRS RC Transmitter
- RP1 2.4GHz ELRS Nano receiver is an open source receiver based on ExpressLRS with ESP8285 MCU and SX1280 RF chip.
- The RP1 has a UFL antenna socket for a full range of antennas, is ultra light weight and small in size, making it ideal for racing.
- The RP1 has built-in WIFI, so you can upgrade the firmware via WIFI and configure the receiver with your PC or cell phone via the built-in WebUI.
- With its low latency and high refresh rate RF modules, the RP1 is ideal for FPV racing or long range.
- Suitable for Whoops, drones and fixed wing models, these receivers can be placed almost anywhere due to their ultra-light and Nano size.
Last update on 2025-05-08
