The Shootout: Spektrum DX6 vs. DX6i

When I started on this great adventure called RC aviation, I had a low-fi 3 channel Hobbyzone transmitter.  It had a slider for throttle instead of a real gimbal.  After mastering flying the SuperCub on that transmitter, I was ready for something real.  But where do I start?  I wasn't ready to throw down $600 for a JR or a Futaba.  I went to a promo at Hobbytown and discovered the DX6i that came with the ever-upgradeable Phoenix 4 flight sim.  I was hooked and bought it outright (having paid way too much thanks to some post-checking on ebay).  I learned how to fly the 4 channel Glasair with this DX6i.  I kept progressing thanks to more practice and hours on the sim.  I read about the DX6 and made the same split second decision at the hobby store namely because they actually had one in stock and I couldn't find any available online.  They just aren't the same animal.  The DX6i is a good value for a great intro to computer transmitters.  The DX6 is just way more capable.  This review gives some basic analysis of the two transmitters to help you decide which is better for your needs.