# FD V3 Remote Testing

**URL:** https://foil.zone/t/fd-v3-remote-testing/27188
**Category:** Build, Repair & Mod
**Tags:** remote
**Created:** [September 15, 2026, 9:04pm UTC](https://foil.zone/t/fd-v3-remote-testing/27188 "2026-09-15T21:04:18Z")
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### Author: ![ugeni](https://foil.zone/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/u/e68b1a/32.png) [@ugeni](https://foil.zone/u/ugeni)
#### Post date: [September 15, 2026, 9:04pm UTC](https://foil.zone/t/fd-v3-remote-testing/27188/1 "2026-09-15T21:04:18Z")

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Some info that might be useful for others.

I have been using the Maytech remote for my diy efoil for a few years, and was never happy with it primarily due to how hard the screen is to read in bright daylight, so have been looking for alternatives. Recently I got my hands on Foil Drive V3 remote, my observation from the first few session with it:

- no issues connecting at all to the Maytech receiver, setup took only a few mins
- the screen is way better, easier to see
- the 5 gears are easily configurable, and very intuitive to use (my favorite new feature, really easy to adjust gears with trigger at 100%)
- VESC telemetry works, battery voltage is being reported correctly on the remote
- battery configuration options are only for **6S, 8S, 11S and 12S** , which is less than ideal for my 10S setup, but this does not impact functionality, only the battery percentage displayed on the main screen
- the remote is noticeably larger (and much heavier after you dunk in the water)
- integrated GPS feature is flaky, most of the time the max speed and distance traveled seems to be way off

Overall it seems like a solid option for those looking for a remote upgrade.

I have not connected the remote to FD app, nor have I updated the firmware.

If someone knows of a way to configure it for a 10S battery, please let me know.