FIMI Mini 3
Score: 80/100
Holy Stone HS900
Score: 81/100Rankings
The Holy Stone HS900 is a sub-250 g GPS drone featuring a 48 MP Sony sensor on a 3-axis brushless gimbal, delivering 4K video and up to 30 minutes of flight. Its main trade-offs are a long charging cycle and occasional GPS drift in windy conditions. Best for beginners to intermediate pilots who need a lightweight, FAA-compliant drone with high-quality video and strong wind resistance.
The FIMI Mini 3 is a sub-250 g foldable drone delivering 4K video at 60 fps, 48 MP photos and up to a 9 km transmission range with 30-37 minutes of flight time. While its lightweight design avoids registration and offers strong specs, transmission latency and battery optimism can be drawbacks. Perfect for beginners and travel vloggers seeking high-resolution footage in a portable package.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
— | 30 minutesbest | |
2,200 mAh | 2,250 mAhbest | |
48 MPbest | 48 MPbest | |
9,000 mbest | 6,096 m | |
64.8 km/hbest | 49.9 km/h | |
| ↓ lower better | 245 gbest | 249 g |
| ↓ lower better | — | 70 minutesbest |
60 fpsbest | 30 fps |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Battery & Power(2) | ||
Battery Capacity (mAh) | 2200 mAh | 2250 mAh |
Maximum Flight Time (minutes) | 30-37 minutes | 30 minutes |
Performance(3) | ||
Maximum Horizontal Speed (km/h) | 64.8 km/h | 49.9 km/h |
Transmission / Control Range (m) | 9000 m | 6096 m |
Maximum Wind Resistance (km/h) | 32-39 km/h | 38.6 km/h |
Camera(2) | ||
Video Frame Rate (fps) | 60 fps | 30 fps |
Camera Sensor Size (mm) | 1/2 mm | 1/2.3 mm |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (g) | 245 g | 249 g |
Folded Dimensions (L×W×H) (cm) | 145x85x56 cm | 14.3x8.28x6.2 cm |
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Editors and professional reviewers consistently praise the FIMI Mini 3 for packing a 4K camera, long 9 km range and 30-plus minute flight time into a sub-250 g chassis, calling it a feature-rich, value-driven alternative to DJI's Mini line.
Everyday flyers love the drone's feather-light weight, USB-C fast charging and the freedom to fly without registration, but many echo professional concerns that real-world battery endurance and video quality can fall short of the lofty specifications.
Professional reviewers consider the HS900 Holy Stone's best drone yet, calling it a game-changer in the sub-250 g segment. They commend its high-resolution Sony sensor, 3-axis gimbal, robust wind resistance, and intuitive P2 controller, noting that it rivals the DJI Mini 3 in key features while offering superior value. Minor criticisms focus on occasional GPS drift and average hovering in strong wind, as well as an unremarkable aesthetic.
Everyday users consistently praise the HS900 for its easy setup, fast GPS lock, sharp 4K footage, and the generous 30-minute flight time straight out of the box. Common themes include appreciation for the beginner-friendly smart modes and the portable, FAA-compliant design. Recurring complaints revolve around the need for post-unboxing GPS calibration, longer battery charging times, and occasional signal hiccups at the farthest range.
“Easy setup, no complex prep, quick GPS lock with 23+ satellites.”
“Sharp 4K footage from the gimbal-stabilized Sony camera impressed me right out of the box.”
