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Holy Stone HS240 Review | 97 Data compared

Avg. price:~£45Max flight time:13 minVideo resolution:4K/15 fpsMax transmission distance:0.06 km

Holy Stone HS240 Review: Compare 97 technical specifications and 2 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Drones category and whether it is worth buying.

5.5

Overall score

Score
5.5/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the drone's quality, based on technical analyses and grades from independent expert reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best drones on the market.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 76% of models
Score components

85%

5.1

Technical score

15%

7.4

Review score ( 0 · 2)

Review score 15% · 7.4 · based on 2 videos
2 videos count as 1 of the 4 needed; the rest counts as 7/10. Every model in this category gets the same split: reviews 15%, technical score 85%. A video or a short review counts less than a full test.
â–¼Worse than 76% of drones
5.1

Technical score

Technical score
5.1/ 10
✕
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 distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 77% of models
Score components

26%

4.4

Flight

24%

5.7

Camera

20%

4.6

Safety

16%

5.5

Connectivity

14%

6.0

Battery & Design

â–¼Worse than 77% of drones
7.4

Review score

Review score
7.4/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves.
Weighting: Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Share: Reviews are 15% of the overall score for every model in this category; each of the 4 needed reviews that is missing counts as 7/10.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 76% of models
Grades by review (2)
2 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Share in the overall score: 15%, the same for every model in this category.
Video reviews 2

12.5%

9.0

Drone 2 Robotics

12.5%

8.0

B4U GO

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
â–¼Worse than 76% of drones
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    N/A~ £45

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Technical Specifications of drone Holy Stone HS240

Technical score
Technical score
5.1/ 10
✕
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 distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 77% of models
Score components:

26%

4.4

Flight

24%

5.7

Camera

20%

4.6

Safety

16%

5.5

Connectivity

14%

6.0

Battery & Design

5.1
Review score
Review score
7.4/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves.
Weighting: Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Share: Reviews are 15% of the overall score for every model in this category; each of the 4 needed reviews that is missing counts as 7/10.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 76% of models
Grades by review (2)
2 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Share in the overall score: 15%, the same for every model in this category.
Video reviews 2

12.5%

9.0

Drone 2 Robotics

12.5%

8.0

B4U GO

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
7.4
Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 10
✕
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.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
Holy Stone HS240 has a popularity score of 1 point, which is lower than that of 74.3% of products in this category.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
6.8/ 10
✕
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 distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
Score components:

60%

5.5

Overall score

40%

10

Price

6.8
Max flight time
13 min
Max flight time
13 min
â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
Market range: <8 min – >40 min
This drone has a max flight time of 13 min, shorter than 75% of drones and equal to 2.5% of drones.
Max flight distance
0.1 km
Max flight distance
0.1 km
â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
Market range: <0.05 km – >24 km
This drone has a max flight distance of 0.1 km, shorter-range than 75.1% of drones and equal to 8.8% of drones.
Max flight speed
?
Max wind resistance
7.9 m/s
Max wind resistance
7.9 m/s
â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
Market range: <3.3 m/s – >12 m/s
This drone has max wind resistance of 7.9 m/s, lower than 69.1% of drones and equal to 10.1% of drones.
Max service ceiling (ASL)
100 m
Max service ceiling (ASL)
100 m
â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
Market range: <120 m – >6k m
This drone has a max service ceiling of 100 m, lower than 91% of drones and equal to 6% of drones.
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Video resolution
4K/15 fps
Video resolution
4K/15 fps
â–² Better than 56% of models
This drone records video at 4K/15 fps, higher than 56.4% of drones.
4K camera
yes
4K camera
yes
â–² Better than 46% of models
This drone supports 4K video. 46% of drones support 4K video.
Sensor size
?
Main camera megapixels
2 MP
Main camera megapixels
2 MP
â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
Market range: <2 MP – >48 MP
This drone has a main camera resolution of 2 MP, lower than 85.3% of drones and equal to 13.3% of drones.
Max movie bitrate
?
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What reviewers say
Obstacle detection
no
Obstacle detection
no
â–¼ Worse than 31% of models
This drone does not support obstacle detection. 31% of drones support obstacle detection.
Return to Home (RTH)
no
Return to Home (RTH)
no
â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
This drone does not support Return-to-Home (RTH). 67.5% of drones support Return-to-Home (RTH).
GPS
no
GPS
no
â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
This drone does not support GPS. 65.2% of drones support GPS.
GNSS systems supported
none
GNSS systems supported
none
â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
This drone supports none GNSS systems, which are less comprehensive than those of 65.8% and the same as those of 34.2%.
Obstacle sensing directions
N/A
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Max transmission distance
0.06 km
Max transmission distance
0.06 km
â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
Market range: <0.05 km – >15 km
This drone has a max transmission distance of 0.06 km, shorter-range than 83.2% of drones and equal to 1.5% of drones.
Value reflects maximum control/transmission range; FPV video range can be lower.
Transmission latency
?
Video transmission system
Wi-Fi
Video transmission system
Wi-Fi
â–¼ Worse than 44% of models
This drone uses Wi-Fi for video transmission, which is more advanced than the system used by 8.2% and the same as that used by 47.7%.
Live view quality
720p@30 fps
Live view quality
720p@30 fps
â–¼ Worse than 57% of models
This drone offers live view quality of 720p@30 fps, lower-quality than 56.8% of drones and equal to 22.9% of drones.
Remote control
yes
Remote control
yes
â–² Better than 5% of models
This drone has a handheld remote controller. 5% of drones offer this.
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Battery capacity
1,300 mAh
Battery capacity
1,300 mAh
â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
Market range: <550 mAh – >5k mAh
This drone has a battery capacity of 1,300 mAh, smaller than 68.4% of drones and equal to 3.1% of drones.
Battery energy
4.81 Wh
Battery energy
4.81 Wh
â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
Market range: <3.7 Wh – >77 Wh
This drone has battery energy of 4.81 Wh, lower than 80% of drones and equal to 1.8% of drones.
Charging time
90 min
Charging time
90 min
â–² Better than 44% of models
Market range: <55 min – >180 min
This drone charges in 90 min, faster than 43.8% of drones and equal to 18.8% of drones.
Weight
158 g
Weight
158 g
â–² Better than 73% of models
Market range: <80 g – >920 g
This drone weighs 158 g, lighter than 72.7% of drones.
Removable battery
yes
Removable battery
yes
â–² Better than 1% of models
This drone has a removable battery. 0.5% of drones have a removable battery.
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Holy Stone HS240 vs the average drone

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  • Supports smartphone control
    Smartphone control
    yes
    â–² Better than 50% of models
    This drone supports smartphone control, while the average drone does not.
  • More video format options
    Video formats
    MP4, AVI
    â–² Better than 75% of models
    This drone supports MP4, AVI video formats, while the average drone supports MP4.
    MP4, AVI vs MP4
  • 35.8% lower weight
    Weight
    158 g
    â–² Better than 73% of models
    Market range: <80 g – >920 g
    This drone is lighter than the average drone (158 g vs 246 g). The average drone weighs 246 g.
    158 g vs 246 g
  • 28 ° wider field of view
    Field of view
    118 °
    â–² Better than 68% of models
    Market range: <79 ° – >130 °
    This drone has a wider field of view than the average drone (118 ° vs 90 °). The average drone has a field of view of 90 °.
    118 ° vs 90 °
  • 4.44x cheaper
    Holy Stone HS240 is cheaper than the average drone (£45 vs £200).
    £45 vs £200
  • 4.44x cheaper
    Holy Stone HS240 is cheaper than the average drone (£45 vs £200).
    £45 vs £200
  • More video format options
    Video formats
    MP4, AVI
    â–² Better than 75% of models
    This drone supports MP4, AVI video formats, while the average drone supports MP4.
    MP4, AVI vs MP4
  • 28 ° wider field of view
    Field of view
    118 °
    â–² Better than 68% of models
    Market range: <79 ° – >130 °
    This drone has a wider field of view than the average drone (118 ° vs 90 °). The average drone has a field of view of 90 °.
    118 ° vs 90 °
  • Supports smartphone control
    Smartphone control
    yes
    â–² Better than 50% of models
    This drone supports smartphone control, while the average drone does not.
  • 35.8% lower weight
    Weight
    158 g
    â–² Better than 73% of models
    Market range: <80 g – >920 g
    This drone is lighter than the average drone (158 g vs 246 g). The average drone weighs 246 g.
    158 g vs 246 g
  • Fewer GNSS systems
    GNSS systems supported
    none
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    This drone supports none GNSS systems, while the average drone supports GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou.
    none vs GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou
  • 2.8 m/s lower wind resistance
    Max wind resistance
    7.9 m/s
    â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
    Market range: <3.3 m/s – >12 m/s
    This drone 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
  • More basic transmission system
    Video transmission system
    Wi-Fi
    â–¼ Worse than 44% of models
    This drone uses Wi-Fi for video transmission, while the average drone uses SkyLink 2.0.
    Wi-Fi vs SkyLink 2.0
  • No return-to-home (RTH)
    Return to Home (RTH)
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    This drone does not support return-to-home (RTH), while the average drone does.
  • No GPS
    GPS
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
    This drone does not have GPS, while the average drone does.
  • Lower video resolution
    Video resolution
    4K/15 fps
    â–² Better than 56% of models
    This drone offers lower video resolution than the average drone (4K/15 fps vs 4K/100 fps). The average drone offers a video resolution of 4K/100 fps.
    4K/15 fps vs 4K/100 fps
  • 7 min shorter flight time
    Max flight time
    13 min
    â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
    Market range: <8 min – >40 min
    This drone offers shorter max flight time than the average drone (13 min vs 20 min). The average drone offers 20 min of max flight time.
    13 min vs 20 min
  • No POI mode
    POI mode
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    This drone does not support POI mode, while the average drone does.
  • 6.47x less popular
    Holy Stone HS240 is less popular than the average drone (1 vs 6.5).
    1 vs 6.47
  • 3.3% worse value for money
    Holy Stone HS240 has worse value for money than the average drone (6.83 vs 7.1).
    6.83 vs 7.06
  • 2.8 m/s lower wind resistance
    Max wind resistance
    7.9 m/s
    â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
    Market range: <3.3 m/s – >12 m/s
    This drone 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
  • 7 min shorter flight time
    Max flight time
    13 min
    â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
    Market range: <8 min – >40 min
    This drone offers shorter max flight time than the average drone (13 min vs 20 min). The average drone offers 20 min of max flight time.
    13 min vs 20 min
  • 3,400 m lower service ceiling
    Max service ceiling (ASL)
    100 m
    â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
    Market range: <120 m – >6k m
    This drone can fly at a lower max service ceiling than the average drone (100 m vs 3500 m). The average drone reaches 3500 m.
    100 m vs 3,500 m
  • 0.9 km shorter flight distance
    Max flight distance
    0.1 km
    â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
    Market range: <0.05 km – >24 km
    This drone has a shorter max flight distance than the average drone (0.1 km vs 1 km). The average drone can fly up to 1 km.
    0.1 km vs 1 km
  • Simpler motor design
    Motor type
    brushed
    â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
    This drone uses brushed motors, while the average drone uses brushless motors.
    brushed vs brushless
  • 3 years older release date
    Release date
    2020
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This drone is older than the average drone (2020 vs 2023). The average drone was released in 2023.
    June 2020
    2020 vs 2023
  • Lower video resolution
    Video resolution
    4K/15 fps
    â–² Better than 56% of models
    This drone offers lower video resolution than the average drone (4K/15 fps vs 4K/100 fps). The average drone offers a video resolution of 4K/100 fps.
    4K/15 fps vs 4K/100 fps
  • Narrower tilt range
    Camera tilt range
    manual only °
    â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
    This drone has a narrower tilt range than the average drone (manual only ° vs -90 to 20 °).
    manual only ° vs -90 to 20 °
  • Fewer photo format options
    Photo formats supported
    JPEG
    â–¼ Worse than 41% of models
    This drone supports JPEG photo formats, while the average drone supports JPEG, DNG (RAW).
    JPEG vs JPEG, DNG (RAW)
  • More basic stabilization
    Image stabilization type
    None (Fixed)
    â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
    This drone uses None (Fixed) image stabilization, while the average drone uses EIS (Digital).
    None (Fixed) vs EIS (Digital)
  • 10 MP less camera resolution
    Main camera megapixels
    2 MP
    â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
    Market range: <2 MP – >48 MP
    This drone has fewer main camera megapixels than the average drone (2 MP vs 12 MP). The average drone has 12 MP on the main camera.
    2 MP vs 12 MP
  • 96 GB lower memory card limit
    Max external memory supported
    32 GB
    â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
    Market range: <0 GB – >512 GB
    This drone supports less external storage than the average drone (32 GB vs 128 GB). The average drone supports up to 128 GB of external storage.
    32 GB vs 128 GB
  • Fewer GNSS systems
    GNSS systems supported
    none
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    This drone supports none GNSS systems, while the average drone supports GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou.
    none vs GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou
  • No return-to-home (RTH)
    Return to Home (RTH)
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    This drone does not support return-to-home (RTH), while the average drone does.
  • No GPS
    GPS
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
    This drone does not have GPS, while the average drone does.
  • No POI mode
    POI mode
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    This drone does not support POI mode, while the average drone does.
  • 3 fewer flight modes
    N. of intelligent flight modes
    1
    â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
    Market range: <0 – >8
    This drone offers fewer intelligent flight modes than the average drone (1 vs 4). The average drone offers 4 intelligent flight modes.
    Follow Me
    1 vs 4
  • No accelerometer
    Accelerometer
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 100% of models
    This drone does not have an accelerometer, while the average drone does.
  • No beginner mode
    Beginner mode
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 56% of models
    This drone does not support beginner mode, while the average drone does.
  • 36.5% higher takeoff weight
    Max takeoff weight
    158 g
    â–¼ Worse than 77% of models
    Market range: <80 g – >1.1k g
    This drone has a higher max takeoff weight than the average drone (158 g vs 249 g). The average drone has a max takeoff weight of 249 g.
    158 g vs 249 g
  • More basic transmission system
    Video transmission system
    Wi-Fi
    â–¼ Worse than 44% of models
    This drone uses Wi-Fi for video transmission, while the average drone uses SkyLink 2.0.
    Wi-Fi vs SkyLink 2.0
  • Fewer frequency bands
    Operating frequency bands
    2.4 GHz
    â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
    This drone supports 2.4 GHz operating frequency bands, while the average drone supports 2.4 GHz, 5.8 GHz.
    2.4 GHz vs 2.4 GHz, 5.8 GHz
  • Lower live view quality
    Live view quality
    720p@30 fps
    â–¼ Worse than 57% of models
    This drone has worse live view quality than the average drone (720p@30 fps vs 1080p@25 fps). The average drone offers live view quality of 1080p@25 fps.
    720p@30 fps vs 1080p@25 fps
  • 0.94 km shorter transmission range
    Max transmission distance
    0.06 km
    â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
    Market range: <0.05 km – >15 km
    This drone has a shorter max transmission distance than the average drone (0.1 km vs 1 km). The average drone reaches 1 km of transmission distance.
    Value reflects maximum control/transmission range; FPV video range can be lower.
    0.06 km vs 1 km
  • Basic companion app
    Companion app
    HFUN
    â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
    This drone uses the HFUN companion app, while the average drone uses HS FPV.
    HFUN vs HS FPV
  • 900 mAh less battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    1,300 mAh
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    Market range: <550 mAh – >5k mAh
    This drone has a smaller battery capacity than the average drone (1300 mAh vs 2200 mAh). The average drone battery has a capacity of 2200 mAh.
    1,300 mAh vs 2,200 mAh
  • 12.37 Wh less battery energy
    Battery energy
    4.81 Wh
    â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
    Market range: <3.7 Wh – >77 Wh
    This drone has lower battery energy than the average drone (4.8 Wh vs 17.18 Wh). The average drone battery has 17.18 Wh of energy.
    4.81 Wh vs 17.18 Wh
  • 99 mm wider width
    Width
    340 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
    Market range: <114 mm – >387.5 mm
    This drone is wider than the average drone (340 mm vs 241 mm). The average drone width is 241 mm.
    340 mm vs 241 mm
  • 65 mm longer body length
    Length
    340 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 81% of models
    Market range: <117 mm – >385 mm
    This drone is longer than the average drone (340 mm vs 275 mm). The average drone is 275 mm long.
    340 mm vs 275 mm
  • Plainer color finish
    Color
    black, blue
    â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
    This drone comes in black, blue, while the average drone comes in gray.
    black, blue vs gray

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

9.0
Drone 2 Robotics
≈ estimated
21/12/2022
Long-term review · one year of use and flight tests
Verdict
Holy Stone HS240 is an excellent beginner drone and worth buying, though its weak camera is the main drawback.
8.0
B4U GO
≈ estimated
28/01/2022
Hands-on review · outdoor flight and value for beginners
Verdict
Holy Stone HS240 is excellent value for a beginner drone, though its camera is not great.
5.0
Drone 2 Robotics
≈ estimated
24/09/2021
Unboxing and flight test · camera and app connection problems
Verdict
Holy Stone HS240 is not recommended for photos: the camera disappoints and the phone app would not connect.
Not graded
Not graded

What reviewers agree on

Based on 0 · 3

The few reviewers agree the image quality is weak, and nothing else stands out either way.
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Third-party reviews

What we like about Holy Stone HS240

  • Excellent value, often cited as one of the best deals for a beginner drone
  • Highly affordable, with some retailers offering it at roughly 1/3 the price of similar models like the DEERC D10
  • Simple and intuitive controls, making it ideal for new pilots or as a gift for children
  • Durable build quality that withstands minor crashes typical of beginner use
  • Generally reliable customer support reported by many users within the Holy Stone ecosystem

What we don't like about Holy Stone HS240

  • Limited flight time compared to higher-end models, often requiring extra batteries for extended sessions
  • Long battery charging times that can take several hours
  • Lacks advanced stabilization (gimbal), which can lead to shaky or 'jerky' video quality in windy conditions
  • Occasional connectivity issues with certain smartphone apps or specific phone models
  • Requires manual calibration before every flight to maintain stability

Verdict

The Holy Stone HS240 is a compact, foldable beginner drone featuring a 4K UHD camera (interpolated from a 720P native sensor) with a 90-degree manually adjustable lens for aerial photography. Key technical specifications include a 1300mAh modular battery providing 8 to 12 minutes of flight time, a Wi-Fi FPV range of approximately 60 meters, and dual control options via a 2.4GHz remote or a dedicated smartphone app. Main pros include its highly portable design, user-friendly features like altitude hold, 3D flips, and one-key takeoff/landing, making it resilient for novices. However, notable cons include choppy video transmission at higher resolutions, a relatively short battery life per charge, and a lack of a physical on-off button, requiring battery disconnection to power down.

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