The current state is basically how spawn beacons were in all the BF games I played since BF3.
I assume they did that because now every recon player will have a beacon by default.
I use the beacon all the time and have no issue with the changes.
I don't understand how (4) spawns is even remotely an issue. It's a free gadget, just replace it when you spawn.
Squadmates are unlikely to 'consume' it, because since when do squads stick together? If they are sticking together then they are just as likely spawning on each other. Even if the beacon did get consumed you're likely to have squadmates in the area available to spawn on.
Honestly I think it needs a further nerf. Needs some restrictions on where it can be placed. Also it needs a louder audio cue.
