Rankings
The DJI Mini 4K is an ultra-lightweight sub-250 g drone offering up to 31 minutes of flight and a 10 km transmission range, delivering stable 4K footage with a 3-axis gimbal. Its main drawbacks are the lack of obstacle avoidance and limited video frame-rate options. Ideal for beginners and casual creators seeking portable aerial filming.
The Holy Stone HS360D offers a 6 km transmission range and up to 40 minutes of flight per battery, combined with a 4K camera and GPS-based smart modes in a lightweight foldable package. However, its video is limited to 20 fps and it lacks obstacle avoidance sensors. Best suited for hobbyists needing long endurance and range without professional video demands.
The Holy Stone HS790 is a foldable GPS drone featuring a 3-axis gimbal, 4K video and up to 60 minutes of combined flight time. Its larger weight pushes it into the registration-required category and the advertised 6K stills are not matched by video capabilities. It targets intermediate creators who need long range and professional-grade stabilization.
The Holy Stone HS720E offers a 4K camera, GPS, and up to 46 minutes of total flight time, targeting adult recreational pilots. Its higher weight, lack of a true gimbal, and occasional app issues limit appeal for professionals. Ideal for intermediate users who value long endurance and 4K video without a premium price.
The Potensic ATOM SE is a sub-250 g foldable drone that provides 4K video, a wide 118° field of view and up to 31 minutes of flight with a 4 km signal range. It is limited by a single-axis gimbal and occasional app stability issues. Best suited for travelers and beginners needing a lightweight, affordable camera drone.
The Oddire X28 is a sub-250 g foldable drone offering a long 48-minute flight time and a rich set of GPS-based flight modes. Its main drawbacks are unreliable app connectivity and a camera that falls short of true 4K quality. It suits beginners seeking portable, feature-rich flying for short-range use.
The Holy Stone HS175G provides dual-battery support for up to 60 minutes of flight, a 4K 30 fps camera on a 2-axis gimbal, and a 10,000-ft range, targeting advanced users desiring professional-grade footage. Its heavier 249 g weight requires FAA registration and it lacks obstacle avoidance. It excels for intermediate to advanced photographers who can accommodate the larger size.
The Holy Stone HS360S is a sub-250 g foldable GPS drone featuring a 4K UHD camera and up to 20 minutes of flight time, making it highly portable for casual aerial photography. Its limited 20 fps video frame rate and real-world range falling short of the 10,000-ft claim are notable trade-offs. Ideal for beginners and travelers seeking lightweight, registration-free flight.
The DJI Neo is a 135 g palm-launchable drone featuring controller-free operation, built-in 22 GB storage and 7 km O4 video transmission for quick 4K captures. Its short 18-minute battery life and lack of obstacle avoidance limit longer or complex flights. Perfect for vloggers and casual users who prioritize portability and ease of use.
The Holy Stone HS710 is a foldable, brushless-motor GPS drone with a 4K camera and up to 50 minutes of total flight time from two batteries. Its lightweight build and modest video frame rate limit performance in windy conditions and fast-moving scenes. Suited for beginners and casual adult flyers who prioritize portability and basic aerial photography.
The KINGULL G9 is a foldable sub-250 g drone with a 4K camera, GPS auto-return and brushless motors, targeting beginners who need portability. Despite its specs, the advertised 45-minute flight time is unrealistic and the 480 g weight makes it heavier than typical sub-250 g models. Suitable for short daytime flights where portability matters more than endurance.
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31 minutes | 18 minutes | 40 minutes | 48 minutes | 20 minutes | 31 minutes | 60 minutesbest | — | 46 minutes | 45 minutes | 60 minutesbest | |
2,250 mAh | 1,435 mAh | 2,500 mAh | 1,800 mAh | 1,500 mAh | 3,000 mAh | 3,200 mAhbest | 1,800 mAh | 2,800 mAh | 2,200 mAh | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 246 g | 135 g | 125 gbest | 249 g | 213 g | 249 g | 376 g | 240 g | 525 g | 480 g | 249 g |
12 MPbest | 12 MPbest | 12 MPbest | — | — | 12 MPbest | — | — | — | — | — | |
57.6 km/hbest | 57.6 km/hbest | 25 km/h | — | — | 57.6 km/hbest | — | — | — | — | — | |
10,000 mbest | 7,000 m | 6,000 m | 500 m | 3,048 m | 4,000 m | 9,000 m | 600 m | 999 m | — | 1,000 m | |
7.7 Vbest | 7.3 V | 7.4 V | 7.7 Vbest | — | — | — | 7.4 V | 7.4 V | — | — | |
38.52 km/h | 28.8 km/h | 20 km/h | — | — | 38 km/h | 43 km/hbest | — | — | — | — |
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Battery & Power(4) | |||||||||||
Maximum Flight Time (minutes) | 31 minutes | 18 minutes | 40 minutes | 48 minutes | 20 minutes | 31 minutes | 60 minutes | 46-50 minutes | 46 minutes | 45 minutes | 60 minutes |
Battery Capacity (mAh) | 2250 mAh | 1435 mAh | 2500 mAh | 1800 mAh | 1500 mAh | 3000 mAh | 3200 mAh | 1800 mAh | 2800 mAh | 2200 mAh | — |
Battery Voltage (V) | 7.7 V | 7.3 V | 7.4 V | 7.7 V | — | — | — | 7.4 V | 7.4 V | — | — |
Charging Time (minutes) | — | — | 180 minutes | — | — | — | 110 minutes | — | 270 minutes | — | — |
Build & Design(2) | |||||||||||
Weight (g) | 246 g | 135 g | 125 g | 249 g | 213 g | 249 g | 376 g | 240 g | 525 g | 480 g | 249 g |
Foldable Design | true | false | true | true | true | true | true | true | true | true | true |
Performance(3) | |||||||||||
Maximum Horizontal Speed (km/h) | 57.6 km/h | 57.6 km/h | 25 km/h | — | — | 57.6 km/h | — | — | — | — | — |
Maximum Ascent Speed (m/s) | 18 m/s | 10.8 m/s | — | — | — | 18 m/s | — | — | — | — | — |
Maximum Wind Resistance (km/h) | 38.52 km/h | 28.8 km/h | 20 km/h | — | — | 38 km/h | 43 km/h | — | — | — | — |
Camera(2) | |||||||||||
Video Resolution | 4K | 4K | 4K@20fps | 2048x1088 | 4K@20fps | 4K | 4K | 4K | 4K UHD | 4K | 4K@30fps |
Camera Field of View (°) | 83 ° | — | 85 ° | 110 ° | 85 ° | 118 ° | — | 110 ° | 120 ° | 120 ° | 120 ° |
Connectivity(2) | |||||||||||
Transmission Range (m) | 10000 m | 7000 m | 6000 m | 500 m | 3048 m | 4000 m | 9000 m | 600 m | 999 m | — | 1000 m |
Control Frequency (GHz) | 2.400-2.4835 GHz | — | — | 5 GHz | 5 GHz | 2.400-2.4835 GHz | — | 5 GHz | 2.4 GHz | 5 GHz | 5 GHz |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers and editors commend the Mini 4K for delivering stable 4K video in moderate winds, a robust 31-minute flight envelope, and impressive altitude capability, all wrapped in a portable package. However, they criticize the absence of obstacle detection and the limited video specs, noting that the transmission system offers only basic latency and lacks advanced antenna features.
Everyday users generally praise the drone's lightweight design, ease of use, and long flight time, especially for social-media content and travel. Recurring complaints focus on the lack of obstacle avoidance and the desire for higher frame-rate or HDR video options, as well as occasional signal reliability issues in congested areas.
“pretty darn stable”
“rolls and doesn't keep stabilized”
“a bit choppy at low fps”
Choose the Mini 4K when endurance, image quality and speed are priorities; pick the Neo for ultra-light, controller-free convenience.
Choose HS360D for longer missions and better camera stability; choose HS360S if price is the primary concern.
Opt for HS360S for ultra-light, registration-free convenience; opt for HS720 when longer flight time and higher video performance are priorities.
HS175G is suited for beginners who prioritize portability over gimbal-stabilized video quality.
Professional reviewers praise the Neo for its ultra-compact, palm-launchable form factor and the convenience of controller-free operation, noting that it delivers respectable 4K footage for vloggers and casual creators. However, they criticize its modest image quality, limited flight endurance, and the absence of advanced stabilization or obstacle-avoidance features, positioning it as a niche, entry-level option rather than a professional tool.
Everyday users appreciate the Neo's ease of use, portability, and the freedom from registration, often highlighting the fun of palm-launching and the built-in storage for quick social-media clips. Common frustrations revolve around the short battery life, limited internal memory, and reduced video quality in low-light or windy conditions.
Professional reviewers and editors consider the HS360D the top budget drone of 2025, emphasizing its impressive 6 km range, 4K EIS camera, brushless motors, and beginner-friendly GPS stability while noting the low 20 fps video frame rate and missing gimbal as limitations for serious videography.
Everyday users love the long flight time, easy setup, strong range, and sharp 4K photos, but repeatedly complain about shaky video, wind-related drift, and the absence of obstacle avoidance, making it a solid choice for casual flying but not for demanding FPV or professional shoots.
Professional reviewers acknowledge the Oddire X28's attractive price-to-feature ratio, noting its extensive GPS-based flight modes, sturdy accessories, and stable hover thanks to a 6-axis gyro. However, they consistently point out critical flaws: the app's Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connections are unreliable, the FPV feed drops at about 100 ft, and the advertised 4K camera does not deliver the promised quality, limiting its usefulness for serious aerial imaging.
Everyday users love the drone's lightweight, foldable design, the included case and extra batteries, and the beginner-friendly flight modes that make initial flights easy. Recurring frustrations revolve around the app's frequent connection failures, limited video range, and the camera not meeting the 4K claim, which together diminish the overall experience for casual flyers.
Professional reviewers consider the HS360S a solid entry-level GPS drone, highlighting its sub-250 g weight, 4K camera, and intelligent flight modes as strong points for casual flyers. However, they caution that the 4K frame rate is limited to 20 fps and that the real-world range often falls short of the lofty 10,000-ft claim.
Everyday users love the drone's portability, easy setup, and the quality of 4K stills for social media, while repeatedly noting that battery life and range are less impressive in practice. GPS reliability and propeller wear are the most common pain points.
Professional reviewers and editors commend the ATOM SE for packing a 4K camera, long 31-minute flight time, and robust 4 km signal into a sub-250 g frame, calling it a best-value option that rivals pricier models. However, they note the single-axis gimbal and occasional app stability issues as notable drawbacks compared to 3-axis competitors.
Everyday users consistently praise the drone's portability, high-quality 4K video, and reliable GPS features, especially for travel and social media. Recurring complaints focus on app glitches, slightly shorter real-world flight times, and the limited stabilization of the single-axis gimbal.
Professional reviewers commend the HS790 for delivering pro-level stability and image quality at a consumer price, emphasizing its robust 3-axis gimbal, long 60-minute flight envelope and extensive 9 km range. They also appreciate the suite of GPS-based smart modes and the inclusion of Remote ID. However, they caution that the drone's weight pushes it into the mandatory registration category and that the marketing of 6K stills while limiting video to 4K/30fps (and a 720p app preview) can mislead buyers.
Everyday users praise the HS790's easy out-of-the-box setup, reliable Follow-Me tracking and the convenience of on-controller telemetry. The long flight time and stable footage in sport mode are repeatedly highlighted. Complaints focus on the initial compass calibration, the bulkier unfolded profile and confusion over the advertised 6K video capability.
Professional reviewers commend the HS710 for its low price, portable foldable chassis, and beginner-friendly GPS stability, especially the return-to-home function and the value of two included batteries. However, they note the drone's weight often exceeds the 250 g limit, limiting registration-free operation, and criticize the lack of advanced flight modes such as waypoints, positioning it below premium competitors like the DJI Mini series.
Everyday users appreciate the drone's ease of use, the convenience of the foldable frame and carrying case, and the decent 4K video quality in good light. Common praise centers on the dual-battery package and reliable GPS return-to-home, while recurring frustrations involve wind sensitivity, slightly shorter real-world flight times, occasional GPS dropouts, and Wi-Fi lag in obstructed settings.
Professional reviewers commend the HS720E for its substantial flight endurance, brushless motors, and effective optical-flow system, noting that the 4K camera with EIS provides clear footage despite lacking a mechanical gimbal.
Everyday users highlight the long flight time, extensive range, and inclusion of two batteries and a carrying case as major positives, while the need for FAA registration and the lack of a true gimbal are common concerns.
Professional reviewers consider the KINGULL G9 a solid entry-level drone for beginners, highlighting its portability, lightweight design and quiet brushless motor. However, they caution that the advertised flight time is misleading, GPS auto-return is unreliable, and the camera falls short in low-light or fast-action situations, making it unsuitable for serious aerial photography.
Everyday users appreciate the G9's ease of use, compact package and decent 4K video in bright conditions, but they are disappointed by the short real-world battery life, inconsistent GPS features and camera limitations in challenging environments.
Professional reviewers commend the HS600 for its high-resolution 4K EIS camera, 2-axis gimbal, and the impressive 56-minute flight envelope combined with a 10,000-ft control range. They highlight the brushless motors and GPS-assisted features as cutting-edge, while noting the heavier weight and reduced portability as trade-offs that necessitate FAA registration.
Everyday users consistently praise the drone's long battery life, clear 4K footage with stabilization, and dependable GPS return-to-home, calling it a professional-grade tool for advancing hobbyists. Recurring complaints focus on the 1.19-lb weight, occasional wind sensitivity, and occasional signal loss beyond the advertised range.
Opt for HS600 when professional video quality and longer flight are priorities; opt for HS360S for a lighter, more portable drone without registration.
