Most suitable, best value for money without starting a collection of radio's

[Quadcopter102]

Looking around, more seem to be using the Devo 7 as a step in Radio when building from frame kits.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/New-Walkera...tem-Transmitter-For-RC-Aircraft-/291261860342

Also the Devo 10.

http://www.amazon.com/Walkera-Radio-Transmitter-Rx1002-Receiver/dp/B00D8YDGBU

I also see the Orange getting mentioned also -
http://www.hobbyking.co.uk/hobbyking/store/uh_viewitem.asp?idproduct=54822

Advised that any 6 channel radio is OK ( at least for the Eachine 250) After the 250 and when I get time - I hope to build a 450 or bigger frame...

So how do I chose the best option - value for money - radio that will cater for both??

TIA

 

[GJH105775]

In my opinion the best radio for your money is the Turnigy 9XR PRO, as you can upgrade it to do a lot; for example a 433mHz system for long range (probably only needed for fixed wing). Orange is great, as it is really good quality and compatible with a lot. The Turnagy 9x is great as it is one of the cheaper, quality 9 channel systems you can find.

Turnigy
Really cheap if you get the 9x, and good quality, if you get the Turnigy pro version for a good bit more you can do a LRS
Spektruim (Great quality; Dx6i, Dx6, or Dx7)
Orange (great quality, cheapest on this list, and receivers work with most Spektruim products)
FrySky (makes a good yet cheap 9X probably the cheapest full range 9 channel Tx)

I have used the HKTR6A v2 (Hobby King's) Transmitter and receiver. I have no complaints with it, it is just not really up-gradable, or programmable. It has a range that is a lot further than you can see, so if you fly LOS. Quality is really surprising even though it was only ~$25.

 

[Quadcopter102]

Looks like I will be taking your advice on the Turnigy 9XR Pro......
Edit: best laid plans and all that.....got email from EverBuying a short while ago....made full refund $140!
Fearing getting more junk stuffed on me... I looked on the parts section....found the Devo 10 and decided I could either use it...or sell it! I am still out of pocket having bought $62 of batteries, props and landing gear ..orange to mix with the white to give me orientation!
$10 of other bits still not even arrived yet?

 

[GJH105775]

Looks like I will be taking your advice on the Turnigy 9XR Pro......
Edit: best laid plans and all that.....got email from EverBuying a short while ago....made full refund $140!
Fearing getting more junk stuffed on me... I looked on the parts section....found the Devo 10 and decided I could either use it...or sell it! I am still out of pocket having bought $62 of batteries, props and landing gear ..orange to mix with the white to give me orientation!
$10 of other bits still not even arrived yet?

Hahahaha, that right there is a pretty accurate description of the hobby.