# Betaflight Presets: How to Find, Apply, and Tune Community Tunes
Betaflight Presets have revolutionized FPV tuning. Instead of spending hours tweaking PID values, filters, and rates, you can now apply proven community configurations in seconds. But presets aren’t magic — understanding how to find the right preset, apply it correctly, and tune from there is essential for getting the best flight performance.
## What Are Betaflight Presets?
Presets are configuration snippets that apply a set of CLI commands to your flight controller. They can include:
– **PID and filter tunes** for specific builds (5-inch freestyle, 7-inch LR, whoop)
– **Rate profiles** (racing rates, freestyle rates, cinematic smoothing)
– **Feature configurations** (GPS rescue setup, OSD layouts, LED configurations)
– **Complete build templates** (all settings for a specific BNF drone)
Presets are community-maintained and ranked by popularity and rating. They’re accessible directly from Betaflight Configurator.
## How to Find the Right Preset
### Using Betaflight Configurator (10.9.0+)
1. Connect your flight controller via USB.
2. Go to the **Presets** tab (the tab with the star icon).
3. Browse or search categories:
– **Tune** — PID and filter tunes
– **Rates** — Rate profiles for different flying styles
– **OSD** — OSD layouts and configurations
– **GPS** — GPS rescue and return-to-home setups
– **LED** — LED strip configurations
– **RC Link** — RC Smoothing and link presets
– **VTX** — Video transmitter tables
– **Modes** — Flight mode and auxiliary switch setups
### Top Community Presets (2025)
| Preset Name | Category | Best For | Rating |
|————-|———-|———-|——–|
| UAV Tech 5″ Freestyle Tune | Tune | 5-inch freestyle on 4S/6S | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| Chris Rosser AOS 5″ Tune | Tune | 5-inch with scientific filtering | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| SupaflyFPV 5″ Race Tune | Tune | Competitive 5-inch racing | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| UAV Tech Whoop Tune | Tune | 65mm-85mm whoops | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| JB’s Freestyle Rates | Rates | Smooth freestyle with quick flips | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| Vanover Race Rates | Rates | Maximum responsiveness | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| GPS Rescue Basic Setup | GPS | Enables GPS rescue on any build | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| OSD HD Layout | OSD | Clean OSD for DJI/Walksnail | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
### Search Tips
– Filter by **Betaflight version** — presets are version-specific. A BF 4.3 preset may not work correctly on 4.5.
– Read the **description** thoroughly — the creator often lists specific hardware requirements (motor KV, prop size, battery voltage).
– Check **ratings and download count** — higher download count generally means more real-world validation.
## How to Apply a Preset (Step by Step)
### Before You Apply
**⚠️ ALWAYS save a `diff all` backup first:**
“`
1. CLI tab → type: diff all
2. Copy the entire output to a text file
3. Save it somewhere safe
“`
This is your safety net. If a preset doesn’t work, you can paste the entire diff back into the CLI to restore everything.
### Application Steps
1. **Select the preset** from the list and click it.
2. **Review the options.** Many presets have configurable options (e.g., “Select your battery: 4S / 6S”). Choose the correct options for your build.
3. **Click “Select”** to load the preset.
4. **Review the CLI commands** that will be applied. The configurator shows you every command before applying.
5. **Click “Apply”** and confirm.
6. **Reboot** the flight controller when prompted.
### What Presets Do NOT Change
Presets are additive — they only modify what’s in their script. They will NOT:
– Reset your entire configuration
– Change your receiver settings (unless it’s an RC Link preset)
– Modify your ports configuration (unless it’s a VTX/GPS preset)
– Change your motor direction or protocol (unless specified)
## Tuning After Applying a Preset
A preset gives you a **starting point**, not the final tune. Every build is slightly different — different frame resonance, motor balance, prop brand, and weight distribution all affect the ideal tune.
### Post-Preset Tuning Checklist
1. **Test hover.** The drone should hover smoothly without oscillation. Small slow wobbles mean P-gain is slightly high. Large fast oscillations mean P-gain is way too high or D-gain is too low.
2. **Check motor temperature.** After a 30-second hover, land and check motor temps with your finger:
– **Cold/Warm:** Good — tune is in range.
– **Hot (can’t hold for 5 seconds):** D-gain too high or filtering too aggressive — motors are working too hard. Reduce D-gains by 10%.
3. **Punch-out test.** Full throttle climb for 2 seconds. Watch for:
– **Oscillation during punch:** Too much P on pitch/roll. Reduce by 5%.
– **Prop wash at the bottom:** Increase D-gain slightly or add more D-Min.
– **Smooth climb:** Tune is good.
4. **Prop wash handling.** Drop altitude quickly and punch out. The quad should recover smoothly without oscillation. If it wobbles, increase D-gain or I-gain on pitch and roll.
5. **Check Blackbox if available.** Even a 30-second log can reveal filter delays, excessive noise, or PID overshoot that’s invisible to the naked eye.
## Common Preset Mistakes
| Mistake | Consequence | Fix |
|———|————-|—–|
| Applying a 6S preset to a 4S build | Motors run cold, drone feels sluggish | Select the correct battery option |
| Applying BF 4.3 preset on BF 4.5 | CLI errors, settings won’t apply | Filter presets by your BF version |
| Not reading the hardware requirements | Preset designed for 2500KV applied to 1950KV motors | Read descriptions carefully |
| Applying multiple tune presets | Conflicting PID values, unpredictable behavior | Only ONE tune preset at a time |
| Not saving a diff backup | Can’t revert if preset performs poorly | Always backup first |
## Product Recommendation
The **SpeedyBee F405 V4 Flight Controller Stack** makes preset tuning even easier with built-in Bluetooth and the SpeedyBee app. You can adjust PIDs, apply presets, and check Blackbox logs from your phone at the field — no laptop needed. Available at [uavmodel.com](https://uavmodel.com).