Potensic ATOM SE
Score: 77/100
Holy Stone HS175G
Score: 71/100Rankings
The Potensic ATOM SE is a sub-250 g, foldable GPS drone offering 4K video, a 31-minute flight time and a 4 km transmission range, targeting beginners and travelers who want high-resolution footage without registration. Its single-axis gimbal, occasional app glitches and lack of advanced autonomous modes limit its appeal to more demanding users. Ideal for casual aerial photography and social-media content creators seeking long endurance in a lightweight package.
The Holy Stone HS175G is a foldable 4K drone offering 60 minutes of total flight time and a 1 km transmission range, backed by electronic image stabilization. It lacks a mechanical gimbal and advanced obstacle avoidance, which may deter users seeking higher-end stabilization. Suitable for hobbyists who value long endurance and decent video quality without needing professional-grade features.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
31 minutes | 60 minutesbest | |
3,000 mAhbest | — | |
12 MPbest | — | |
4,000 mbest | 1,000 m | |
57.6 km/hbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 249 gbest | 249 gbest |
30 fpsbest | 30 fpsbest | |
120 mbest | — |
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Battery & Power(1) | ||
Maximum Flight Time (minutes) | 31 minutes | 60 minutes |
Performance(1) | ||
Transmission / Control Range (m) | 4000 m | 1000 m |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Folded Dimensions (L×W×H) (cm) | 8.8×14.3×5.8 cm | 15.2x8x6 cm |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
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 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.
“Excellent.”
“Great value for the features offered.”
