Holybro Kopis2 6S V2 vs HDV: Analog or DJI HD Racing?
Holybro Kopis2 6S V2 vs HDV in one sentence: both are the same 220mm Stretched-X carbon racer built on the Kakute H7 flight controller and Tekko32 F4 4-in-1 50A ESC, but the 6S V2 runs a classic analog video chain — Atlatl HV V2 VTX up to 800mW with a 1200TVL Foxeer Micro Razer camera — while the HDV swaps in the CADDXFPV Nebula Pro Vista Kit for DJI digital HD, moves to TMOTOR F60 Pro-IV motors and weighs 353g against the analog build’s 325g. Choose the 6S V2 for lowest latency and simplest analog goggle compatibility; choose the HDV if you fly DJI goggles and want HD image quality out of the box. The full spec-by-spec comparison is below.
What do both Kopis2 versions share?
Both variants are Holybro’s ready-to-fly racing platform with the same performance DNA: a low-deck design that centralizes mass, a Stretched-X layout that keeps rear props out of the front props’ dirty air for smoother cornering and higher top speed, 5mm full 3K carbon fiber with counter-sunk base screws that protect the battery, and an included buzzer. The electronics core is identical too — and that matters more than most buyers realize:
| Spec | Kopis2 6S V2 (Analog) | Kopis2 HDV (DJI) |
|---|---|---|
| Flight controller | Kakute H7 (STM32H743 @ 480MHz) | Kakute H7 V1.3 (STM32H743 @ 480MHz) |
| ESC | Tekko32 F4 4-in-1 50A (BLHeli_32) | Tekko32 F4 4-in-1 50A (BLHeli_32) |
| Video system | Atlatl HV V2 analog VTX, up to 800mW | CADDXFPV Nebula Pro Vista Kit (DJI HD) |
| Camera | Foxeer Micro Razer 1200TVL | Nebula Pro digital camera |
| Motors | TMOTOR P2207 1750KV | TMOTOR F60 Pro-IV 1750KV |
| Weight (no battery/props) | 325g | 353g |
| Camera uptilt | 0–90° adjustable | 10–80° adjustable |
| Wheelbase | 220mm, 6S battery | 220mm, 6S battery, XT60 plug |
Eight rows, four genuinely different. Everything else — the H7’s STM32H743 processor at 480MHz, MPU6000 gyro on soft-mount foam, BMP280 barometer, AT7456E OSD, onboard ESP32-C3 Bluetooth for the SpeedyBee mobile app, six UARTs, and the Tekko32’s 50A continuous / 60A burst per phase with DShot150–1200 support — is shared hardware.
How do the video systems compare in practice?
Analog: Atlatl HV V2 up to 800mW
The 6S V2 ships with a complete 5.8GHz analog chain: 40 standard channels, output power selectable at 0.5mW (pit mode), 25mW, 200mW, 500mW and 800mW, and an MMCX antenna connector that holds up better than the IPEX connectors used on many other VTXs. You change channel and power from the OSD with your sticks — no picking up the quad. Two honesty notes straight from the spec sheet: channels at 5645, 5925 and 5945MHz are illegal in many areas and are simply not supported, and the VTX pit switch (USER1 in Betaflight) must not be enabled if you fly a DJI FPV Remote Controller.
Digital: Nebula Pro Vista Kit
The HDV replaces the whole analog front end with the CADDXFPV Nebula Pro Vista Kit — the DJI FPV ecosystem’s aerial unit and camera in one. The Kakute H7 board even provides a dedicated JST-GH1.5 6-pin GH port that carries both signal and power to the DJI VTX, so wiring stays clean with no soldering. If your flight chain already runs DJI goggles, this is the version that works the moment you bind it.
Why do the motors and weight differ?
The analog build uses TMOTOR P2207 1750KV motors; the HDV steps up to TMOTOR F60 Pro-IV 1750KV — the same KV, different motor families. The HDV carries 28g more (353g vs 325g without battery or props), largely because the Vista system and its hardware outweigh the analog camera-plus-VTX pair. Neither changes the flight character of the platform: both run 6S on a 220mm wheelbase with T5143S and T5147 props (four of each in the box).
Which racing details should you know before buying?
The 6S V2 got a layout revision worth noting: the ESC installation direction changed and the power supply cord moved from the side of the quad to the tail, better protecting the ESC in crashes. Its camera tilts from 0 to 90 degrees — a wider range than the HDV’s 10 to 80 — and it supports serial receivers (SBUS, iBUS, Spektrum). The HDV’s Kakute H7 V1.3 adds a full Blackbox MicroSD card slot and a 7–42V input window with 5V/2A and 9V/1.5A BECs. Both share the Tekko32 ESC’s onboard analog current sensor and telemetry; if you want to go deeper on that ESC generation, our AM32 vs BLHeli_32 ESC guide covers the firmware side.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I upgrade the Kopis2 6S V2 to digital later?
Not as a plug-and-play swap. The HDV’s Kakute H7 V1.3 provides the dedicated JST-GH1.5 6-pin GH port for the DJI Vista system, and the analog version’s Atlatl VTX and Micro Razer camera are integrated into its layout. If DJI HD is your goal, buy the HDV from the start.
Are both Kopis2 versions 6S only?
Both fly on 6S batteries. The Tekko32 F4 ESC in each supports 4–6S packs, the Kakute H7 accepts 2S–8S input on the analog variant and 7–42V on the HDV, and Holybro includes a 1000uF 35V capacitor — highly recommended for 6S setups.
How much does each version weigh?
325g for the 6S V2 and 353g for the HDV, both without battery or props — a 28g difference driven mainly by the digital video hardware.
Do they come with props and antennas?
Both include four T5143S and four T5147 propellers plus an installed battery strap. The 6S V2 additionally ships with a 5.8GHz FPV antenna for its Atlatl VTX. Note that since April 12, 2022, neither version includes the Kopis carry case.
Is the Kopis2 good for beginners?
It is a ready-to-fly racing machine — no soldering needed, Bluetooth-based SpeedyBee app setup, OSD parameter changes from the sticks — but its 1750KV 6S powertrain is aimed at pilots who already can handle a racer. For an O4-equipped freestyle alternative, compare our GEPRC MARK5 O4 Pro guide.
Which Kopis2 should you buy?
Buy the Kopis2 6S V2 if you fly analog goggles: you get the 800mW Atlatl HV V2, the 1200TVL Foxeer Micro Razer camera, the wider 0–90° uptilt and the lightest airframe at 325g. Buy the Kopis2 HDV if DJI HD is your video standard: the Nebula Pro Vista Kit plugs straight into the H7’s GH port, with TMOTOR F60 Pro-IV motors for the punch. Same 220mm Stretched-X chassis, same 50A Tekko32 ESC, same H7 brain — the decision is purely your goggle ecosystem. Not sure which chain suits you? Contact our team, or start with our FPV camera buying guide to understand the analog-vs-digital trade-off first.