Holy Stone HS140 Review | 95 Data compared

Holy Stone HS140 Review | 95 Data compared

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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£110
  • Avg. price in US: ~$80
  • Max flight time: 17 min
  • Video resolution: 720p/20 fps
  • Max transmission distance: 0.1 km

Holy Stone HS140 review. Compare 95 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Drones category and whether it is worth buying.

5.4

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the drone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best drones on the market.

Score components:

90.0%

5.4

Technical Score

10.0%

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User score

Good
5.4

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the drone's technical performance, covering key areas such as flight performance, camera quality, transmission, safety features, battery life, and design.

When it matters: When you want to compare drones based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

26.0%

5.4

Flight

24.0%

5.3

Camera

20.0%

4.4

Safety

16.0%

6.0

Connectivity

14.0%

5.8

Battery & Design

Good
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User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the drone.

When it matters: When you want to know how a drone performs in real flights and how reliable it is for stability, video capture, and controls according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

?

User reviews

30.0%

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Popularity

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    All: ranking among all products in the database.

    Verdict

    The Holy Stone HS140 is a lightweight, toy-grade quadcopter designed for beginners, featuring a 1080P FPV camera that captures UHD photos and videos with a 328-foot transmission range. Its main characteristics include intuitive voice and gesture controls, altitude hold for stable hovering, and a dual-battery system providing a total flight time of approximately 34 minutes. Pros include its user-friendly features like one-key take-off and 3D flips, making it highly accessible for kids and novices. However, its brushed motors and 150-gram weight make it susceptible to drifting in wind, and it lacks GPS, night vision, and advanced gimbal stabilization, often resulting in shaky footage.

    Technical Specifications of drone Holy Stone HS140

    Technical Score

    What it is: An assessment of the drone's technical performance, covering key areas such as flight performance, camera quality, transmission, safety features, battery life, and design.

    When it matters: When you want to compare drones based on technical performance and available features.

    Score components:

    26.0%

    ?

    Flight

    24.0%

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    Camera

    20.0%

    ?

    Safety

    16.0%

    ?

    Connectivity

    14.0%

    ?

    Battery & Design

    5.4
    Holy Stone HS140 has a technical score of 5.36 points, which is lower than that of 83.1% of products in this category.
    User score

    What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the drone.

    When it matters: When you want to know how a drone performs in real flights and how reliable it is for stability, video capture, and controls according to user feedback.

    Score components:

    70.0%

    0.0

    User reviews

    30.0%

    1.0

    Popularity

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    Popularity
    What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the drone.
    When it matters: When you prefer to choose a drone reviewed and selected by many other buyers.
    1.0
    Holy Stone HS140 has a popularity of 1 points, which is lower than 57.8% of products in this category.
    Ratio quality/price

    What it is: An indicator that combines the drone's overall rating with its cost.

    When it matters: When you are looking for a drone with a good balance between flight quality, camera features, and price.

    Score components:

    60.0%

    5.4

    Overall score

    40.0%

    9.9

    Price

    6.7
    Holy Stone HS140 has a quality-to-price ratio of 6.7 points, which is lower than 63.6% of products in this category.
    Brand name
    What it is: The manufacturer or brand of the product.
    When it matters: When you prefer a specific ecosystem, support network, or design philosophy.

    Importance: LOW

    Holy Stone
    Max flight time
    What it is: The quoted endurance shows how long the drone can stay airborne on one battery in ideal conditions.
    When it matters: When you want longer flights from each battery.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=30

    17 min
    Holy Stone HS140 has a max flight time of 17 min, shorter than 65.6% of drones and equal to 0.7% of drones.
    Real-world flight time is often lower than the advertised maximum.
    Max flight distance
    What it is: The range figure indicates how far the drone can travel while maintaining control and telemetry.
    When it matters: When you plan longer routes and want more range margin.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=10

    0.1 km
    Holy Stone HS140 has a max flight distance of 0.1 km, shorter-range than 82.2% of drones and equal to 7.5% of drones.
    Maximum range varies by region (for example FCC vs CE).
    Max flight speed
    What it is: The maximum horizontal speed defines how quickly the drone can move across a scene.
    When it matters: When you want quicker movement or smoother tracking of fast subjects.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=16

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    Max wind resistance
    What it is: The wind resistance rating shows how much wind speed the drone can handle while staying controllable.
    When it matters: When you fly in windy conditions.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=10.5

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    Video resolution
    What it is: Shows the highest recording resolution and supported frame-rate combinations for video capture.
    When it matters: When you want more room for cropping, downsampling, or delivering sharper footage.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: 4K+

    720p/20 fps
    Holy Stone HS140 records video at 720p/20 fps, lower than 94.2% of drones and equal to 0.7% of drones.
    4K camera
    What it is: Confirms support for recording video at 4K resolution or higher.
    When it matters: When you want sharper footage, more cropping room, or delivery above Full HD.

    Importance: LOW

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    Holy Stone HS140 does not support 4K video. 58% of drones support 4K video.
    Sensor size
    What it is: The sensor format value describes the physical light-collecting area.
    When it matters: When you shoot in more difficult lighting.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: 1 inch or larger

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    Main camera megapixels
    What it is: The megapixel count states how many millions of pixels the main sensor captures per photo.
    When it matters: When you want more detail for photos or cropping.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: >=12

    2 MP
    Holy Stone HS140 has a main camera resolution of 2 MP, lower than 86.5% of drones and equal to 13.5% of drones.
    Max movie bitrate
    What it is: Shows how much video data is recorded each second, usually in Mbps.
    When it matters: When you want cleaner detail retention and fewer compression artifacts in demanding footage.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=100

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    Obstacle detection
    What it is: Uses onboard sensors to spot obstacles and warn the pilot or help avoid collisions automatically.
    When it matters: When you fly near trees, facades, cables, or other obstacles that leave little room for error.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: Omnidirectional

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    Holy Stone HS140 does not support obstacle detection. 35.7% of drones support obstacle detection.
    Return to Home (RTH)
    What it is: Can fly back toward the takeoff point or a safe home point automatically when triggered.
    When it matters: When signal loss, low battery, or disorientation could make manual recovery harder.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: Smart RTH

    no
    Holy Stone HS140 does not support Return-to-Home (RTH). 73.3% of drones support Return-to-Home (RTH).
    GPS
    What it is: Uses satellite positioning to help the drone understand its location and stabilize navigation.
    When it matters: When you want steadier hovering, more accurate return-to-home behavior, and cleaner position hold.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    no
    Holy Stone HS140 does not support GPS. 71.4% of drones support GPS.
    GNSS systems supported
    What it is: Lists which satellite navigation constellations the drone can use, such as GPS, Galileo, or GLONASS.
    When it matters: When stronger satellite coverage and more robust positioning matter in difficult environments.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: GPS+Galileo+GLONASS

    none
    Holy Stone HS140 supports none GNSS systems, which are less comprehensive than those of 74% and the same as those of 26%.
    Obstacle sensing directions
    What it is: The listed sensing coverage shows which directions the drone can monitor for obstacles.
    When it matters: When you fly near trees, buildings, or other obstacles.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: Omnidirectional

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    Max transmission distance
    What it is: The maximum transmission distance indicates the farthest stable control-and-video link under ideal conditions.
    When it matters: When you plan longer routes and want more range margin.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=10

    0.1 km
    Holy Stone HS140 has a max transmission distance of 0.1 km, shorter-range than 77.8% of drones and equal to 7.2% of drones.
    Value reflects maximum control/transmission range; FPV video range can be lower.
    Transmission latency
    What it is: The transmission latency measures delay between camera capture, pilot view, and control response.
    When it matters: When you want the live view to feel more responsive.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: <=130

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    Video transmission system
    What it is: Names the radio-link technology used to send live video and telemetry between the drone and controller.
    When it matters: When transmission stability, range behavior, and live-view quality matter during flight.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: Digital low-latency

    Wi-Fi
    Holy Stone HS140 uses Wi-Fi for video transmission, which is more advanced than the system used by 1.4% and the same as that used by 49.3%.
    Live view quality
    What it is: Defines the resolution and frame rate of the pilot’s live video feed rather than the recorded file itself.
    When it matters: When you need a clearer, smoother view for framing shots and flying accurately in real time.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: 1080p+

    1080p@30 fps
    Holy Stone HS140 offers live view quality of 1080p@30 fps, higher-quality than 57.2% of drones and equal to 20.4% of drones.
    Remote control
    What it is: Shows whether a dedicated handheld controller is included or officially supported.
    When it matters: When precise sticks, longer range, and a more stable pilot setup matter more than phone-only control.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: Dedicated controller

    yes
    Holy Stone HS140 includes a remote controller. 3.9% of drones include a remote controller.
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    Battery capacity
    What it is: The battery capacity shows how much electric charge the pack can store, commonly in mAh.
    When it matters: When you want longer sessions before changing batteries.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=3500

    1,300 mAh
    Holy Stone HS140 has a battery capacity of 1,300 mAh, smaller than 73.4% of drones and equal to 2.6% of drones.
    Battery energy
    What it is: The battery energy figure, usually in Wh, describes total available energy in the pack.
    When it matters: When you want longer sessions before changing batteries.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=40

    5.55 Wh
    Holy Stone HS140 has battery energy of 5.55 Wh, lower than 79% of drones and equal to 2.6% of drones.
    Calculated Wh from explicit 3.7V and 1500mAh battery specs.
    Charging time
    What it is: The charging time measures how long a depleted battery needs to reach full charge.
    When it matters: When you want shorter turnaround between flights.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: <=90

    120 min
    Holy Stone HS140 charges in 120 min, slower than 64% of drones and equal to 11.6% of drones.
    Weight
    What it is: The measured mass of the drone body and flight hardware, usually in grams.
    When it matters: When you want the drone to be easier to carry or pack.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: <=900

    160 g
    Holy Stone HS140 weighs 160 g, lighter than 76% of drones.
    Removable battery
    What it is: Lets the flight battery be removed and replaced by the user instead of being built in permanently.
    When it matters: When you want to swap packs quickly and keep flying without waiting for a recharge.

    Importance: LOW

    yes
    Holy Stone HS140 has a removable battery. 0.7% of drones have a removable battery.
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    Holy Stone HS140 vs the average drone

    • 35.7% lower weight
      Holy Stone HS140 is lighter than the average drone (160 g vs 249 g). The average drone weighs 249 g.
      What it is: The measured mass of the drone body and flight hardware, usually in grams.
      When it matters: When you want the drone to be easier to carry or pack.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Good value: <=900

      Holy Stone HS140 is lighter than the average drone (160 g vs 249 g). The average drone weighs 249 g.160 g vs 249 g
    • More polished companion app
      Holy Stone HS140 uses the HolyStone-FPV companion app, while the average drone uses HFUN.
      What it is: Identifies the app ecosystem used for setup, updates, flight control, and mission tools.
      When it matters: When planning flights, updating firmware, or changing camera settings.

      Importance: LOW

      Good value: Stable app with full control

      Holy Stone HS140 uses the HolyStone-FPV companion app, while the average drone uses HFUN.HolyStone-FPV vs HFUN
    • More modern charging port
      Holy Stone HS140 uses proprietary for charging, while the average drone uses micro-USB.
      What it is: Identifies the physical connector or charging standard used by the battery, drone, or charging hub.
      When it matters: When cable compatibility and field charging convenience matter in your kit.

      Importance: LOW

      Good value: USB-C PD

      Holy Stone HS140 uses proprietary for charging, while the average drone uses micro-USB.proprietary vs micro-USB
    • 2 x higher digital zoom
      Holy Stone HS140 offers more digital zoom than the average drone (5x vs 3x). The average drone offers 3x of digital zoom.
      What it is: The digital zoom ratio states how much the image can be magnified electronically.
      When it matters: When you want a closer view without flying nearer.

      Importance: LOW

      Good value: >=4

      Holy Stone HS140 offers more digital zoom than the average drone (5x vs 3x). The average drone offers 3x of digital zoom.5 x vs 3 x
    • Better live view quality
      Holy Stone HS140 has better live view quality than the average drone (1080p@30 fps vs 1080p@25 fps). The average drone offers live view quality of 1080p@25 fps.
      What it is: Defines the resolution and frame rate of the pilot’s live video feed rather than the recorded file itself.
      When it matters: When you need a clearer, smoother view for framing shots and flying accurately in real time.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Good value: 1080p+

      Holy Stone HS140 has better live view quality than the average drone (1080p@30 fps vs 1080p@25 fps). The average drone offers live view quality of 1080p@25 fps.1080p@30 fps vs 1080p@25 fps
    • 2 x higher digital zoom
      Holy Stone HS140 offers more digital zoom than the average drone (5x vs 3x). The average drone offers 3x of digital zoom.
    • More polished companion app
      Holy Stone HS140 uses the HolyStone-FPV companion app, while the average drone uses HFUN.
    • Better live view quality
      Holy Stone HS140 has better live view quality than the average drone (1080p@30 fps vs 1080p@25 fps). The average drone offers live view quality of 1080p@25 fps.
    • 35.7% lower weight
      Holy Stone HS140 is lighter than the average drone (160 g vs 249 g). The average drone weighs 249 g.
    • More modern charging port
      Holy Stone HS140 uses proprietary for charging, while the average drone uses micro-USB.
    • 3,880 m lower service ceiling
      Holy Stone HS140 can fly at a lower max service ceiling than the average drone (120 m vs 4,000 m). The average drone reaches 4,000 m.
    • 6 min shorter flight time
      Holy Stone HS140 offers shorter max flight time than the average drone (17 min vs 23 min). The average drone offers 23 min of max flight time.
      Real-world flight time is often lower than the advertised maximum.
    • 1.9 km shorter flight distance
      Holy Stone HS140 has a shorter max flight distance than the average drone (0.1 km vs 2 km). The average drone can fly up to 2 km.
      Maximum range varies by region (for example FCC vs CE).
    • Simpler motor design
      Holy Stone HS140 uses coreless motors, while the average drone uses brushless motors.
    • Non-foldable design
      Holy Stone HS140 does not have a foldable design, while the average drone does.
    • More basic stabilization
      Holy Stone HS140 uses None (Fixed) image stabilization, while the average drone uses 3-Axis Mechanical + EIS.
    • Lower video resolution
      Holy Stone HS140 offers lower video resolution than the average drone (720p/20 fps vs 4K/100 fps). The average drone offers a video resolution of 4K/100 fps.
    • Narrower tilt range
      Holy Stone HS140 offers a narrower camera tilt range than the average drone (manual only ° vs -90 to 24 °). The average drone offers a camera tilt range of -90 to 24 °.
    • Fewer photo format options
      Holy Stone HS140 supports JPEG photo formats, while the average drone supports JPEG, DNG (RAW).
    • 1 axis fewer gimbal axes
      Holy Stone HS140 has fewer gimbal axes than the average drone (0 axis vs 1 axis). The average drone has 1 axis gimbal axes.
    • Lower photo resolution
      Holy Stone HS140 offers lower photo resolution than the average drone (1920x1080 MP vs 4000x3000 MP). The average drone offers a photo resolution of 4000x3000 MP.
    • 10 MP less camera resolution
      Holy Stone HS140 has fewer main camera megapixels than the average drone (2 MP vs 12 MP). The average drone has 12 MP MP on the main camera.
    • Fewer GNSS systems
      Holy Stone HS140 supports none GNSS systems, while the average drone supports GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou.
    • No return-to-home (RTH)
      Holy Stone HS140 does not support return-to-home (RTH), while the average drone does.
    • No GPS
      Holy Stone HS140 does not have GPS, while the average drone does.
    • No subject tracking
      Holy Stone HS140 cannot track subjects, while the average drone can.
    • No POI mode
      Holy Stone HS140 does not support POI mode, while the average drone does.
    • 3 fewer flight modes
      Holy Stone HS140 offers fewer intelligent flight modes than the average drone (1 vs 4). The average drone offers 4 intelligent flight modes.
      Waypoint Flight
    • No compass
      Holy Stone HS140 does not have a compass, while the average drone does.
    • Fewer frequency bands
      Holy Stone HS140 supports 2.4 GHz operating frequency bands, while the average drone supports 2.4 GHz, 5.8 GHz.
    • 1.41 km shorter transmission range
      Holy Stone HS140 has a shorter max transmission distance than the average drone (0.1 km vs 1.507 km). The average drone reaches 1.507 km of transmission distance.
      Value reflects maximum control/transmission range; FPV video range can be lower.
    • 930 mAh less battery capacity
      Holy Stone HS140 has a smaller battery capacity than the average drone (1,300 mAh vs 2,230 mAh). The average drone battery has a capacity of 2,230 mAh.
    • 30 min longer charging time
      Holy Stone HS140 charges more slowly than the average drone (120 min vs 90 min). The average drone charges in 90 min.
    • 11.77 Wh less battery energy
      Holy Stone HS140 has lower battery energy than the average drone (5.6 Wh vs 17.32 Wh). The average drone battery has 17.32 Wh of energy.
      Calculated Wh from explicit 3.7V and 1500mAh battery specs.
    • 40 mm higher height
      Holy Stone HS140 has a greater height than the average drone (110 mm vs 70 mm). The average drone height is 70 mm.
    • 63 mm wider width
      Holy Stone HS140 is wider than the average drone (310 mm vs 247 mm). The average drone width is 247 mm.
    • 23 mm longer length
      Holy Stone HS140 has a greater length than the average drone (310 mm vs 287 mm). The average drone length is 287 mm.
    • More basic stabilization
      Holy Stone HS140 uses None (Fixed) image stabilization, while the average drone uses 3-Axis Mechanical + EIS.
      What it is: Shows whether stabilization is mechanical, electronic, or a mix of both.
      When it matters: When you want smoother footage and less visible shake during movement or wind.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Good value: Mechanical 3-axis gimbal

      Holy Stone HS140 uses None (Fixed) image stabilization, while the average drone uses 3-Axis Mechanical + EIS.None (Fixed) vs 3-Axis Mechanical + EIS
    • Lower video resolution
      Holy Stone HS140 offers lower video resolution than the average drone (720p/20 fps vs 4K/100 fps). The average drone offers a video resolution of 4K/100 fps.
      What it is: Shows the highest recording resolution and supported frame-rate combinations for video capture.
      When it matters: When you want more room for cropping, downsampling, or delivering sharper footage.

      Importance: HIGH

      Good value: 4K+

      Holy Stone HS140 offers lower video resolution than the average drone (720p/20 fps vs 4K/100 fps). The average drone offers a video resolution of 4K/100 fps.720p/20 fps vs 4K/100 fps
    • Fewer GNSS systems
      Holy Stone HS140 supports none GNSS systems, while the average drone supports GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou.
      What it is: Lists which satellite navigation constellations the drone can use, such as GPS, Galileo, or GLONASS.
      When it matters: When stronger satellite coverage and more robust positioning matter in difficult environments.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Good value: GPS+Galileo+GLONASS

      Holy Stone HS140 supports none GNSS systems, while the average drone supports GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou.none vs GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou
    • No return-to-home (RTH)
      Holy Stone HS140 does not support return-to-home (RTH), while the average drone does.
      What it is: Can fly back toward the takeoff point or a safe home point automatically when triggered.
      When it matters: When signal loss, low battery, or disorientation could make manual recovery harder.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Good value: Smart RTH

      Holy Stone HS140 does not support return-to-home (RTH), while the average drone does.
    • No GPS
      Holy Stone HS140 does not have GPS, while the average drone does.
      What it is: Uses satellite positioning to help the drone understand its location and stabilize navigation.
      When it matters: When you want steadier hovering, more accurate return-to-home behavior, and cleaner position hold.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Holy Stone HS140 does not have GPS, while the average drone does.
    • 3,880 m lower service ceiling
      Holy Stone HS140 can fly at a lower max service ceiling than the average drone (120 m vs 4,000 m). The average drone reaches 4,000 m.
      What it is: The service ceiling indicates the maximum altitude where the drone can maintain normal performance.
      When it matters: When you fly at higher elevations.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Good value: >=4000

      Holy Stone HS140 can fly at a lower max service ceiling than the average drone (120 m vs 4,000 m). The average drone reaches 4,000 m.120 m vs 4000 m
    • No subject tracking
      Holy Stone HS140 cannot track subjects, while the average drone can.
      What it is: Lets the drone follow a selected person, vehicle, or object automatically.
      When it matters: When you film yourself or moving subjects and cannot manage both piloting and framing manually.

      Importance: LOW

      Good value: Reliable AI tracking

      Holy Stone HS140 cannot track subjects, while the average drone can.
    • No POI mode
      Holy Stone HS140 does not support POI mode, while the average drone does.
      What it is: Allows the drone to orbit a chosen subject or location automatically while keeping it framed.
      When it matters: When you want repeatable circular shots around a building, car, or person.

      Importance: LOW

      Good value: POI mode available

      Holy Stone HS140 does not support POI mode, while the average drone does.

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    Third-party reviews

    What customers like about Holy Stone HS140?

    • Beginner-friendly and easy to operate right out of the box
    • Lightweight (approx. 150-167g), meaning no FAA registration is required in the US
    • Includes two batteries and two chargers in the package
    • Highly responsive customer service for replacements and support
    • Good for learning basic flight controls and gyro calibration
    • Equipped with 'fun' features like 360-degree flips

    What customers dislike about Holy Stone HS140?

    • Poor stability in wind due to lightweight design and lack of GPS
    • Camera footage is often shaky with a noticeable 'jello' effect
    • Brushed motors are less powerful and durable than brushless alternatives
    • Unreliable Wi-Fi connectivity leading to occasional signal loss or lag
    • Actual flight time is often shorter than the advertised 17 minutes
    • Lacks an on/off switch; powers on immediately upon battery connection

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