DJI Mini 4K
Score: 80/100
Holy Stone HS790
Score: 78/100Rankings
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 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.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
31 minutes | 60 minutesbest | |
2,250 mAh | 3,200 mAhbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 246 gbest | 376 g |
12 MPbest | — | |
57.6 km/hbest | — | |
10,000 mbest | 9,000 m | |
7.7 Vbest | — | |
38.52 km/h | 43 km/hbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Battery & Power(2) | ||
Maximum Flight Time (minutes) | 31 minutes | 60 minutes |
Battery Capacity (mAh) | 2250 mAh | 3200 mAh |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Weight (g) | 246 g | 376 g |
Performance(1) | ||
Maximum Wind Resistance (km/h) | 38.52 km/h | 43 km/h |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Transmission Range (m) | 10000 m | 9000 m |
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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.
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.
“potentially "the best Holystone drone yet"”
