Winner: Circular Wireless SPW58 Skew Planar Wheel

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Circular Wireless SPW58 Skew Planar Wheel is my choice. There are a bunch of omni antennas you can buy, but what sets this one apart from the rest is the precision to which it is crafted. What makes or breaks an antenna is somewhat the "design" but more importantly it is how precise the wires are oriented to each other to receive the most signal.  If you deform these slightly then you also alter how much signal you can get.  Ultimately you want thin wire that is unobstructed.  Yes this does make your antenna more "fragile" but honestly it is on your face, so it shouldn't see much damage if you care for your equipment.  Other companies fight this by using thicker wire that won't deform, or creating a "case" around their antenna.  This antenna has none of that and works like a dream.  It is "pricey" compared to even the "name brand" but you do get what you pay for in in terms of quality with this one!  Make sure your connectors match your goggle's (RP-SMA vs SMA)

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Budget option:

Aomway also makes an omni antenna, and even though I love their goggles, I'm not as keen on their antennas.  They use a thicker wire and a bracing system (and optional cover you can snap on) to protect their antenna, which does make them more robust...  So if you are hard on your gear this may be a better choice for you.  They do work, and pull in the signals, but at a distance when the signal gets weaker is when these are not as efficient.  Make sure your connectors match your goggle's (RP-SMA vs SMA)

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Team BlackSheep TBS Triumph Antenna.  This is the antenna I fly on my quads, as well the antenna that I would use on my goggles (if I didn't love the Circular Wireless one above).  I also use a set of these on my Clearview receiver, and love them!  They use a different method rather then bent wires, inside are wire "bars" suspended in a foam at a specific angle connected to the center.  This offers a very robust and durable package without sacrificing reception quality.  What is great is they come in a set of two so you can stick one on your quad, and one on your goggles!  Make sure your connectors match your goggle's (RP-SMA vs SMA)

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Winner: Circular Wireless HELIAXIAL58 Helical

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Circular Wireless HELIAXIAL58 Helical is just such a robust and penetrating antenna it is hard to justify anything else.  Yes it is VERY expensive compared to other directional antennas, but if you want to penetrate concrete, woods, walls, and floors, this is the antenna for you.  What is nice is it isn't "super" directional with a 60 degree beam width, but what is nice is the 6km (3.73 mile) range it sports.  Great for long distance flights too.  The key with this type of antenna is to park your butt in the "corner" of where you plan to fly so the quad will always be in front of you within the beam!  Make sure your connectors match your goggle's (RP-SMA vs SMA)

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Budget option:

Aomway also makes an directional antenna, and even though I love their goggles, I'm not as keen on their antennas.  Their offering comes in the form of a patch antenna.  it is essentially a flat circuit board with the circuit traces acting as the antennas.  Being a budget option these are cheaper, and you get what you pay for.  They work and are a great option for someone looking to save a few bucks.

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The ImmersionRC SpiroNet seems to be taking the market by storm, and their offering of a directional patch antenna is quite remarkable.  Great reception, though a narrow 35 deg beam width but a nice 8dBi gain!  This is a great compliment to an omni antenna to get some longer range/penetration!

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