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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£170
  • Avg. price in US: ~$150
  • Max flight time: 23 min
  • Video resolution: 2.7K/25 fps
  • Max transmission distance: 0.5 km

Holy Stone HS175d review. Compare 95 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among drones and if it is worth buying.

6.0

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%

5.7

Technical Score

10.0%

8.8

User score

Good
5.7

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%

4.6

Flight

24.0%

5.5

Camera

20.0%

6.9

Safety

16.0%

6.1

Connectivity

14.0%

5.9

Battery & Design

Good
8.8

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%

8.2

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
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4.3
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(Reviews last updated: Apr 2026)

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    Technical Specifications of drone Holy Stone HS175d

    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%

    4.6

    Flight

    24.0%

    5.5

    Camera

    20.0%

    6.9

    Safety

    16.0%

    6.1

    Connectivity

    14.0%

    5.9

    Battery & Design

    5.7
    Holy Stone HS175d has a technical score of 5.7 points, which is lower than that of 64.3% 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%

    8.2

    User reviews

    30.0%

    10

    Popularity

    User score:
    United States
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    4.1
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    4.3
    (537)

    (Reviews last updated: Apr 2026)

    8.8
    Holy Stone HS175d has a user score of 8.76 points, which is higher than that of 83.1% of products in this category.
    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.
    10
    Holy Stone HS175d has a popularity of 10 points, which is higher than 81.2% of smartphones.
    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%

    6.0

    Overall score

    40.0%

    9.6

    Price

    7.1
    Holy Stone HS175d has a quality-to-price ratio of 7.1 points, which is higher than 63% of smartphones.
    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: MEDIUM

    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

    23 min
    Holy Stone HS175d has a max flight time of 23 min, longer than 48.7% of drones and equal to 2%.
    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

    0.5 km
    Holy Stone HS175d has a max flight distance of 0.5 km, shorter-range than 67.1% of drones and equal to 3.4%.
    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: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=50

    7 km/h
    Holy Stone HS175d has a max flight speed of 7 km/h, slower than 78.1% of drones and equal to 2.4%.
    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

    7.9 m/s
    Holy Stone HS175d has max wind resistance of 7.9 m/s, lower than 76.6% of drones and equal to 9.9%.
    Value is derived from the model’s Level 4 wind-resistance rating.
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    Video resolution
    What it is: The listed recording format states maximum capture resolution and frame rate.
    When it matters: When video quality matters for your footage.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: 4K+

    2.7K/25 fps
    Holy Stone HS175d records video at 2.7K/25 fps, lower than 61.1% of drones and equal to 0%.
    4K camera
    What it is: Indicates whether the drone supports 4K or higher video recording.
    When it matters: When you want a drone that can record in 4K or a higher video resolution.

    Importance: LOW

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    Holy Stone HS175d lacks 4K video support, while 65.2% of drones support it.
    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: MEDIUM

    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: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=12

    8 MP
    Holy Stone HS175d has a main camera resolution of 8 MP, lower than 66.1% of drones and equal to 8.1%.
    12.5 MP photo size is interpolated.
    Max movie bitrate
    What it is: The bitrate indicates how much video data is recorded each second, usually in Mbps.
    When it matters: When video quality matters for your footage.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=100

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    Obstacle detection
    What it is: Indicates whether the drone can detect obstacles and warn the pilot or avoid them automatically.
    When it matters: When you fly near trees, buildings, or other obstacles.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: Omnidirectional

    no
    Holy Stone HS175d lacks obstacle detection, while 34.7% of drones offer it.
    Return to Home (RTH)
    What it is: Indicates whether the drone can automatically return to its takeoff point when needed.
    When it matters: When signal drops or the battery gets low.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: Smart RTH

    yes
    Holy Stone HS175d includes return-to-home (RTH), and 74.3% of drones provide it.
    GPS
    What it is: Indicates whether the drone can use GPS positioning for navigation and stabilisation.
    When it matters: When you want steadier flight and more reliable positioning.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    yes
    Holy Stone HS175d has GPS, and 69% of drones offer GPS navigation.
    GNSS systems supported
    What it is: Lists the satellite navigation systems the drone can use, such as GPS, Galileo, or GLONASS.
    When it matters: When this part of flying or filming matters to you.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: GPS+Galileo+GLONASS

    GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou
    Holy Stone HS175d supports GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou GNSS systems, which are more comprehensive than those of 74.1% of drones and the same as those of 25.9% of drones.
    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: HIGH

    Good value: Omnidirectional

    N/A
    Holy Stone HS175d senses obstacles in N/A directions, which is the same as that of 51.7% of drones.
    Add-on accessory claim is not standard integrated sensing.
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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: HIGH

    Good value: >=10

    0.5 km
    Holy Stone HS175d has a max transmission distance of 0.5 km, shorter-range than 62.8% of drones and equal to 2.6%.
    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: The transmission system value identifies the radio-link technology used for control and live feed.
    When it matters: When video quality matters for your footage.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: Digital low-latency

    Wi-Fi
    Holy Stone HS175d uses Wi-Fi for video transmission, which is more advanced than that of 1.4% of drones and the same as that of 49.3% of drones.
    Live view quality
    What it is: The live-view mode defines resolution and frame rate of the pilot feed.
    When it matters: When video quality matters for your footage.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: 1080p+

    1,080p@30 fps
    Holy Stone HS175d offers live view quality of 1080p@30 fps, higher-quality than 54% of drones and equal to 22.6%.
    Remote control
    What it is: Indicates whether a dedicated handheld remote controller is included or supported.
    When it matters: When you want easier control and monitoring in the field.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: Dedicated controller

    yes
    Holy Stone HS175d includes a remote control, and 96.1% of drones ship with one.
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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: HIGH

    Good value: >=3500

    1,700 mAh
    Holy Stone HS175d has a battery capacity of 1700 mAh, smaller than 64.1% of drones and equal to 1.3%.
    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: LOW

    Good value: >=40

    12.9 Wh
    Holy Stone HS175d has battery energy of 12.9 Wh, lower than 62% of drones and equal to 0%.
    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

    150 min
    Holy Stone HS175d charges in 150 min, slower than 76.2% of drones and equal to 6.8%.
    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: LOW

    Good value: <=900

    215 g
    Holy Stone HS175d weighs 215 g, lighter than 61.3% of drones and equal to 0%.
    Removable battery
    What it is: Indicates whether the flight battery can be removed and swapped by the user.
    When it matters: When you want to swap batteries quickly between flights.

    Importance: LOW

    yes
    Holy Stone HS175d has a removable battery, and 99.4% of drones include one.
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    Holy Stone HS175d vs the average drone

    • TapFly supported
      Holy Stone HS175d supports TapFly, while the average drone does not.
      TapFly listed in normalized intelligent flight modes.
      What it is: Indicates whether the drone can fly toward a tapped point on screen automatically.
      When it matters: When you want easier straight-line shots with less manual control.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Good value: TapFly available

      Holy Stone HS175d supports TapFly, while the average drone does not.
    • More GNSS systems
      Holy Stone HS175d supports GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou GNSS systems, while the average drone supports GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou.
      What it is: Lists the satellite navigation systems the drone can use, such as GPS, Galileo, or GLONASS.
      When it matters: When this part of flying or filming matters to you.

      Importance: HIGH

      Good value: GPS+Galileo+GLONASS

      Holy Stone HS175d supports GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou GNSS systems, while the average drone supports GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou.GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou vs GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou
    • 30 ° wider field of view
      Holy Stone HS175d has a wider field of view than the average drone (120 ° vs 90 °). The average drone has a field of view of 90 °.
      What it is: The field-of-view angle shows how wide the camera can capture in one frame.
      When it matters: When you want a wider or tighter look from the camera.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Good value: 75-90

      Holy Stone HS175d has a wider field of view than the average drone (120 ° vs 90 °). The average drone has a field of view of 90 °.120 ° vs 90 °
    • More video format options
      Holy Stone HS175d supports MP4, AVI video formats, while the average drone supports MP4.
      What it is: Lists the video container or file formats the drone can record, such as MP4 or MOV.
      When it matters: When video quality matters for your footage.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Good value: MP4/MOV

      Holy Stone HS175d supports MP4, AVI video formats, while the average drone supports MP4.MP4, AVI vs MP4
    • 5 °C higher max operating temperature
      Holy Stone HS175d can operate at a higher maximum temperature than the average drone (45 °C vs 40 °C). The average drone has a maximum operating temperature of 40 °C.
      What it is: The maximum operating temperature defines how much ambient heat the drone can tolerate in flight.
      When it matters: When you fly in very hot or very cold weather.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Good value: >=40

      Holy Stone HS175d can operate at a higher maximum temperature than the average drone (45 °C vs 40 °C). The average drone has a maximum operating temperature of 40 °C.45 °C vs 40 °C
    • 13.7% lighter weight
      Holy Stone HS175d is lighter than the average drone (215 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: LOW

      Good value: <=900

      Holy Stone HS175d is lighter than the average drone (215 g vs 249 g). The average drone weighs 249 g.215 g vs 249 g
    • Higher photo resolution
      Holy Stone HS175d supports higher photo resolution than the average drone (4,096x 3,072 MP vs 4,000x3,000 MP). The average drone supports 4,000x3,000 MP photo resolution.
      What it is: The photo resolution shows output pixel dimensions of still images.
      When it matters: When this part of flying or filming matters to you.

      Importance: LOW

      Good value: >=12

      Holy Stone HS175d supports higher photo resolution than the average drone (4,096x 3,072 MP vs 4,000x3,000 MP). The average drone supports 4,000x3,000 MP photo resolution.4,096x 3,072 MP vs 4,000x3,000 MP
    • Higher live view quality
      Holy Stone HS175d has better live view quality than the average drone (1,080p@30 fps vs 1,080p@25 fps). The average drone offers live view quality of 1,080p@25 fps.
      What it is: The live-view mode defines resolution and frame rate of the pilot feed.
      When it matters: When video quality matters for your footage.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Good value: 1080p+

      Holy Stone HS175d has better live view quality than the average drone (1,080p@30 fps vs 1,080p@25 fps). The average drone offers live view quality of 1,080p@25 fps.1,080p@30 fps vs 1,080p@25 fps
    • 30 ° wider field of view
      Holy Stone HS175d has a wider field of view than the average drone (120 ° vs 90 °). The average drone has a field of view of 90 °.
    • More video format options
      Holy Stone HS175d supports MP4, AVI video formats, while the average drone supports MP4.
    • Higher photo resolution
      Holy Stone HS175d supports higher photo resolution than the average drone (4,096x 3,072 MP vs 4,000x3,000 MP). The average drone supports 4,000x3,000 MP photo resolution.
    • Panorama mode included
      Holy Stone HS175d includes panorama mode, while the average drone does not.
    • TapFly supported
      Holy Stone HS175d supports TapFly, while the average drone does not.
    • More GNSS systems
      Holy Stone HS175d supports GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou GNSS systems, while the average drone supports GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou.
    • 5 °C higher max operating temperature
      Holy Stone HS175d can operate at a higher maximum temperature than the average drone (45 °C vs 40 °C). The average drone has a maximum operating temperature of 40 °C.
    • Supports headless mode
      Holy Stone HS175d supports headless mode, while the average drone does not.
    • Higher live view quality
      Holy Stone HS175d has better live view quality than the average drone (1,080p@30 fps vs 1,080p@25 fps). The average drone offers live view quality of 1,080p@25 fps.
    • 13.7% lighter weight
      Holy Stone HS175d is lighter than the average drone (215 g vs 249 g). The average drone weighs 249 g.

    Total
    Overall
    Camera
    Safety
    Connectivity
    Battery & Design
    • 3,900 m lower max service ceiling
      Holy Stone HS175d can fly at a lower max service ceiling than the average drone (100 m vs 4,000 m). The average drone reaches 4,000 m.
      Stored as AGL/software altitude limit fallback.
    • 9 km/h slower flight speed
      Holy Stone HS175d reaches a lower max flight speed than the average drone (7 km/h vs 16 km/h). The average drone reaches 16 km/h.
    • 2.8 m/s lower max wind resistance
      Holy Stone HS175d handles weaker wind than the average drone (7.9 m/s vs 10.7 m/s). The average drone handles wind up to 10.7 m/s.
      Value is derived from the model’s Level 4 wind-resistance rating.
    • 1.5 km shorter flight distance
      Holy Stone HS175d has a shorter max flight distance than the average drone (0.5 km vs 2 km). The average drone can fly up to 2 km.
    • Lower video resolution
      Holy Stone HS175d supports lower video resolution than the average drone (2.7K/25 fps vs 4K/100 fps). The average drone supports 4K/100 fps video resolution.
    • Fewer photo format options
      Holy Stone HS175d supports JPEG photo formats, while the average drone supports JPEG, DNG (RAW).
    • 1 axis lower gimbal axes
      Holy Stone HS175d has fewer gimbal axes than the average drone (0 axis vs 1 axis). The average drone has 1 axis gimbal axes.
    • Narrower tilt range
      Holy Stone HS175d offers a narrower camera tilt range than the average drone (-90 to 0 ° vs -90 to 20 °). The average drone offers a camera tilt range of -90 to 20 °.
    • No 4K video
      Holy Stone HS175d does not support 4K video, while the average drone does.
    • 4 MP lower main camera megapixels
      Holy Stone HS175d has fewer main camera megapixels than the average drone (8 MP vs 12 MP). The average drone has 12 MP MP on the main camera.
      12.5 MP photo size is interpolated.
    • Basic companion app
      Holy Stone HS175d uses the HS GPS V5 companion app, while the average drone uses FreeFlight Pro.
    • 1.01 km shorter transmission distance
      Holy Stone HS175d has a shorter max transmission distance than the average drone (0.5 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.
    • 60 min longer charging time
      Holy Stone HS175d charges more slowly than the average drone (150 min vs 90 min). The average drone charges in 90 min.
    • 75 mm larger length
      Holy Stone HS175d has a greater length than the average drone (360 mm vs 285 mm). The average drone length is 285 mm.
    • 530 mAh lower battery capacity
      Holy Stone HS175d has a smaller battery capacity than the average drone (1,700 mAh vs 2,230 mAh). The average drone battery has a capacity of 2,230 mAh.
    • 53.5 mm larger width
      Holy Stone HS175d is wider than the average drone (300 mm vs 246.5 mm). The average drone width is 246.5 mm.
    • 4.42 Wh lower battery energy
      Holy Stone HS175d has lower battery energy than the average drone (12.9 Wh vs 17.32 Wh). The average drone battery has 17.32 Wh of energy.
    • Lower video resolution
      Holy Stone HS175d supports lower video resolution than the average drone (2.7K/25 fps vs 4K/100 fps). The average drone supports 4K/100 fps video resolution.
      What it is: The listed recording format states maximum capture resolution and frame rate.
      When it matters: When video quality matters for your footage.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Good value: 4K+

      Holy Stone HS175d supports lower video resolution than the average drone (2.7K/25 fps vs 4K/100 fps). The average drone supports 4K/100 fps video resolution.2.7K/25 fps vs 4K/100 fps
    • 3,900 m lower max service ceiling
      Holy Stone HS175d can fly at a lower max service ceiling than the average drone (100 m vs 4,000 m). The average drone reaches 4,000 m.
      Stored as AGL/software altitude limit fallback.
      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 HS175d can fly at a lower max service ceiling than the average drone (100 m vs 4,000 m). The average drone reaches 4,000 m.100 m vs 4,000 m
    • 9 km/h slower flight speed
      Holy Stone HS175d reaches a lower max flight speed than the average drone (7 km/h vs 16 km/h). The average drone reaches 16 km/h.
      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: MEDIUM

      Good value: >=50

      Holy Stone HS175d reaches a lower max flight speed than the average drone (7 km/h vs 16 km/h). The average drone reaches 16 km/h.7 km/h vs 16 km/h
    • 2.8 m/s lower max wind resistance
      Holy Stone HS175d handles weaker wind than the average drone (7.9 m/s vs 10.7 m/s). The average drone handles wind up to 10.7 m/s.
      Value is derived from the model’s Level 4 wind-resistance rating.
      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

      Holy Stone HS175d handles weaker wind than the average drone (7.9 m/s vs 10.7 m/s). The average drone handles wind up to 10.7 m/s.7.9 m/s vs 10.7 m/s
    • 60 min longer charging time
      Holy Stone HS175d charges more slowly than the average drone (150 min vs 90 min). The average drone charges in 90 min.
      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

      Holy Stone HS175d charges more slowly than the average drone (150 min vs 90 min). The average drone charges in 90 min.150 min vs 90 min
    • Fewer photo format options
      Holy Stone HS175d supports JPEG photo formats, while the average drone supports JPEG, DNG (RAW).
      What it is: Lists the still-image file formats the drone can save, such as JPEG, RAW, or DNG.
      When it matters: When this part of flying or filming matters to you.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Good value: JPEG+DNG

      Holy Stone HS175d supports JPEG photo formats, while the average drone supports JPEG, DNG (RAW).JPEG vs JPEG, DNG (RAW)
    • 1 axis lower gimbal axes
      Holy Stone HS175d has fewer gimbal axes than the average drone (0 axis vs 1 axis). The average drone has 1 axis gimbal axes.
      What it is: The gimbal axis count describes how many directions the camera is mechanically stabilized.
      When it matters: When you want steadier-looking video.

      Importance: LOW

      Good value: 3-axis

      Holy Stone HS175d has fewer gimbal axes than the average drone (0 axis vs 1 axis). The average drone has 1 axis gimbal axes.0 axis vs 1 axis
    • Narrower tilt range
      Holy Stone HS175d offers a narrower camera tilt range than the average drone (-90 to 0 ° vs -90 to 20 °). The average drone offers a camera tilt range of -90 to 20 °.
      What it is: The camera tilt range shows how far the gimbal can angle up and down.
      When it matters: When this part of flying or filming matters to you.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Good value: -90 to +20

      Holy Stone HS175d offers a narrower camera tilt range than the average drone (-90 to 0 ° vs -90 to 20 °). The average drone offers a camera tilt range of -90 to 20 °.90 to 0 ° vs 90 to 20 °
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    Battery & Design

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    Third-party reviews

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    4.1
    6274 Reviews
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    4.3
    537 Reviews

    (Reviews last updated: Apr 2026)

    What customers like about Holy Stone HS175d?

    • Extremely beginner-friendly with a gentle learning curve
    • Excellent value for the price, often cited as a top budget entry-level drone
    • Comes with a high-quality, compact carrying case and two batteries for extended flight time
    • Under 250g weight means it does not require FAA registration in many regions
    • Durable build quality that can survive minor crashes
    • Stable hovering capability thanks to optical flow positioning

    What customers dislike about Holy Stone HS175d?

    • No physical gimbal, resulting in shaky and unstable video footage
    • Advertised '4K' is misleading; it only supports 4K for photos, while video is capped at 2.7K or 1080p
    • App performance is inconsistent, with reports of crashes, freezes, and 'abnormal program' errors
    • Vulnerable to drifting and instability in windy conditions due to its light weight
    • Inaccurate GPS positioning at times and slow satellite connection speeds
    • Clunky pre-flight calibration process required before every flight
    • Short flight range compared to premium competitors, typically limited to 300-500 meters

    Expert reviews

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    rcgroups.com
    04/08/2023
    Holy Stone GPS Drone with 4K Camera HS175D Would you like a summary of the pros and cons found in these specific reviews to help with a buying decisio...

    The Holy Stone HS175D is a sub-250g, foldable, and budget-friendly GPS drone featuring brushless motors for improved stability and a total flight time of around 46 minutes via two included batteries. While suitable for beginners, the drone's 4K marketing is misleading; video is capped at 2.7K on a card (1080p to phone), and the camera lacks a mechanical gimbal, resulting in shaky,...Read more

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    dpreview.com
    09/03/2023
    Review: Holy Stone's HS710 and HS175D are drones with a ton of limitations

    The Holy Stone HS710 and HS175D are marketed as budget-friendly, sub-250g drones for beginners featuring GPS and 4K-capable cameras. A key strength is their durable construction, capable of surviving crashes, paired with user-friendly apps and controllers. However, the review highlights significant drawbacks, including a lack of mechanical gimbals leading to extremely shaky video,...Read more

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    firstquadcopter.com
    30/03/2022
    Holy Stone HS175D: Nice Little Drone under 250g Would you like a breakdown of the specific pros and cons mentioned across these tests to help with a p...

    The FirstQuadcopter review highlights the Holy Stone HS175D as a compact, foldable, and durable sub-250g drone equipped with brushless motors for efficient performance. Key pros include a robust build, roughly 46 minutes of combined flight time from two batteries, and a stable, beginner-friendly experience supported by GPS and optical flow sensors. However, the analysis notes...Read more

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    digitalcameraworld.com
    12/08/2022
    Holy Stone HS175D drone review

    Digital Camera World characterizes the Holy Stone HS175D as a budget-friendly, sub-250g GPS drone suitable for beginners, offering value through its included carrying case and two batteries. Key advantages include its compact, foldable design and efficient brushless motors, which provide a quieter, more powerful flight experience. However, the review highlights significant...Read more

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    drohnen-vergleich.net
    Keine Datumsangabe
    Holy Stone HS175D - Drohnen Vergleich(www.welt.de) | 2024 | Drohnen-Test bzw. Vergleich 2024 (HS175D als Preis-Leistungs-Tipp gelistet)(www.computerbi...

    The Holy Stone HS175D is a foldable, sub-250g GPS drone tailored for beginners, offering a portable design, decent flight time via two included batteries, and brushless motors for improved stability. Despite these features, the drone has significant limitations, notably a lack of a mechanical gimbal that results in shaky video, and a camera that, despite marketing claims, records in...Read more

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    faz.net
    16/02/2026
    Die beste Drohne | Test 03/2026 | F.A.Z. Kaufkompass

    The DJI Air 3S is named the top drone for hobbyists, featuring a 50MP one-inch CMOS sensor, exceptional image quality, and excellent wind stability as key pros. While its advanced capabilities are praised, its larger, heavier frame compared to the Mini series serves as a notable con for portability. For users prioritizing portability, the DJI Mini 5 Pro and hand-launchable DJI Neo 2...Read more

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    qualescegliere.it
    02 Luglio 2024
    Recensione Holy Stone HS175D | QualeScegliere.it

    The Holy Stone HS175D is a budget-friendly, foldable, and lightweight (approx. 215g) drone designed for beginners, featuring a complete starter kit with two batteries and a travel case. It boasts brushless motors, dual GPS/GLONASS, and an optical flow sensor, offering approximately 23 minutes of flight time per battery, alongside smart modes like Follow Me and Return to Home. While...Read more

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