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Holy Stone HS360S Review | 97 Data compared

Avg. price:~£110Max flight time:20 minVideo resolution:4K/20 fpsMax transmission distance:3 km

Holy Stone HS360S Review: Compare 97 technical specifications and 21 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Drones category and whether it is worth buying.

5.8

Overall score

Score
5.8/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 68% of models
Score components

85%

5.5

Technical score

15%

7.3

Review score ( 4 · 17)

Review score 15% · 7.3 · based on 21 independent reviews
Every model in this category gets the same split: reviews 15%, technical score 85%. This model has enough reviews, so its review score is the weighted average of their grades.
▼Worse than 68% of drones
5.5

Technical score

Technical score
5.5/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 67% of models
Score components

26%

3.9

Flight

24%

5.6

Camera

20%

6.7

Safety

16%

5.9

Connectivity

14%

6.2

Battery & Design

▼Worse than 67% of drones
7.3

Review score

Review score
7.3/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 79% of models
Grades by review (21)
4 reviews: 1 with a printed score, 3 estimated from the review. 17 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.
Text reviews 3
✓ explicit
1

10.8%

6.0

space.com

≈ estimated
2

8.6%

8.0

the-gadgeteer.com

6.9%

7.0

firstquadcopter.com

Video reviews 11

4.3%

9.0

DIY Jim Reviews

4.3%

9.0

B4U GO

4.3%

9.0

Simon's Drones

4.3%

9.0

Open Circuit RC & Tech

4.3%

9.0

Hub City Drones & Gadgets

4.3%

8.0

GH Tech Review

4.3%

7.0

PERTH WEST OZ RC

4.3%

7.0

Idaho Quadcopter

4.3%

7.0

Half Chrome

4.3%

6.0

Everyday Tech

4.3%

6.0

RC Escape

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
▼Worse than 79% of drones
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Technical Specifications of drone Holy Stone HS360S

Technical score
Technical score
5.5/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 67% of models
Score components:

26%

3.9

Flight

24%

5.6

Camera

20%

6.7

Safety

16%

5.9

Connectivity

14%

6.2

Battery & Design

5.5
Review score
Review score
7.3/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 79% of models
Grades by review (21)
4 reviews: 1 with a printed score, 3 estimated from the review. 17 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.
Text reviews 3
✓ explicit
1

10.8%

6.0

space.com

≈ estimated
2

8.6%

8.0

the-gadgeteer.com

6.9%

7.0

firstquadcopter.com

Video reviews 11

4.3%

9.0

DIY Jim Reviews

4.3%

9.0

B4U GO

4.3%

9.0

Simon's Drones

4.3%

9.0

Open Circuit RC & Tech

4.3%

9.0

Hub City Drones & Gadgets

4.3%

8.0

GH Tech Review

4.3%

7.0

PERTH WEST OZ RC

4.3%

7.0

Idaho Quadcopter

4.3%

7.0

Half Chrome

4.3%

6.0

Everyday Tech

4.3%

6.0

RC Escape

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
7.3
Popularity
Popularity
10.0/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 88% of models
Popularity:
Holy Stone HS360S has a popularity score of 10 points, which is higher than that of 88.1% of products in this category.
10
Value for money
Value for money
7.1/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 51% of models
Score components:

60%

5.8

Overall score

40%

9.9

Price

7.1
Max flight time
20 min
Max flight time
20 min
▼ Worse than 50% of models
Market range: <8 min – >40 min
This drone has a max flight time of 20 min, longer than 45.5% of drones and equal to 4.5% of drones.
Max flight distance
3 km
Max flight distance
3 km
▲ Better than 56% of models
Market range: <0.05 km – >24 km
This drone has a max flight distance of 3 km, farther than 55.8% of drones and equal to 2.2% of drones.
Maximum range varies by region (for example FCC vs CE).
Max flight speed
7 m/s
Max flight speed
7 m/s
▼ Worse than 65% of models
Market range: <4 m/s – >21 m/s
This drone has a max flight speed of 7 m/s, slower than 65.2% of drones and equal to 5.7% of drones.
Max wind resistance
5.5 m/s
Max wind resistance
5.5 m/s
▼ Worse than 81% of models
Market range: <3.3 m/s – >12 m/s
This drone has max wind resistance of 5.5 m/s, lower than 80.6% of drones and equal to 3.6% of drones.
Max service ceiling (ASL)
120 m
Max service ceiling (ASL)
120 m
▼ Worse than 70% of models
Market range: <120 m – >6k m
This drone has a max service ceiling of 120 m, lower than 70.2% of drones and equal to 20.2% of drones.
Altitude limit set in the app.
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What reviewers say
Video resolution
4K/20 fps
Video resolution
4K/20 fps
▲ Better than 57% of models
This drone records video at 4K/20 fps, higher than 57.4% of drones and equal to 0.5% of drones.
4K camera
yes
4K camera
yes
▲ Better than 46% of models
This drone supports 4K video. 46% of drones support 4K video.
Sensor size
1/3"
Sensor size
1/3"
▼ Worse than 70% of models
This drone has a sensor size of 1/3", smaller than 70.4% of drones and equal to 10.2% of drones.
Main camera megapixels
8.3 MP
Main camera megapixels
8.3 MP
▼ Worse than 59% of models
Market range: <2 MP – >48 MP
This drone has a main camera resolution of 8.3 MP, lower than 59.3% of drones and equal to 3.3% of drones.
Max movie bitrate
?
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What reviewers say
Obstacle detection
no
Obstacle detection
no
▼ Worse than 31% of models
This drone does not support obstacle detection. 31% of drones support obstacle detection.
Return to Home (RTH)
yes
Return to Home (RTH)
yes
▲ Better than 33% of models
This drone supports Return-to-Home (RTH). 33% of drones support Return-to-Home (RTH).
GPS
yes
GPS
yes
▲ Better than 35% of models
This drone supports GPS. 35.3% of drones support GPS.
GNSS systems supported
GPS
GNSS systems supported
GPS
▼ Worse than 51% of models
This drone supports GPS GNSS systems, which are less comprehensive than those of 50.8% and the same as those of 14.6%.
Obstacle sensing directions
N/A
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What reviewers say
Max transmission distance
3 km
Max transmission distance
3 km
▲ Better than 56% of models
Market range: <0.05 km – >15 km
This drone has a max transmission distance of 3 km, farther than 55.6% of drones and equal to 2.6% of drones.
Transmission latency
?
Video transmission system
Digital Transmission
Video transmission system
Digital Transmission
▲ Better than 58% of models
This drone uses Digital Transmission for video transmission, which is more advanced than the system used by 58.5% and the same as that used by 8.7%.
Live view quality
720p@20 fps
Live view quality
720p@20 fps
▼ Worse than 83% of models
This drone offers live view quality of 720p@20 fps, lower-quality than 83.3% of drones and equal to 5.2% of drones.
Remote control
yes
Remote control
yes
▲ Better than 5% of models
This drone has a handheld remote controller. 5% of drones offer this.
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What reviewers say
Battery capacity
1,500 mAh
Battery capacity
1,500 mAh
▼ Worse than 64% of models
Market range: <550 mAh – >5k mAh
This drone has a battery capacity of 1,500 mAh, smaller than 63.7% of drones and equal to 3.1% of drones.
Battery energy
11.1 Wh
Battery energy
11.1 Wh
▼ Worse than 62% of models
Market range: <3.7 Wh – >77 Wh
This drone has battery energy of 11.1 Wh, lower than 61.8% of drones and equal to 0.6% of drones.
Charging time
180 min
Charging time
180 min
▼ Worse than 84% of models
Market range: <55 min – >180 min
This drone charges in 180 min, slower than 84.4% of drones and equal to 6.9% of drones.
Weight
249 g
Weight
249 g
▼ Worse than 51% of models
Market range: <80 g – >920 g
This drone weighs 249 g, heavier than 51% of drones and equal to 11.3% of drones.
Removable battery
yes
Removable battery
yes
▲ Better than 1% of models
This drone has a removable battery. 0.5% of drones have a removable battery.
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What reviewers say

Holy Stone HS360S vs the average drone

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  • More modern charging port
    Charging interface
    USB-C
    ▲ Better than 61% of models
    This drone uses USB-C for charging, while the average drone uses micro-USB.
    USB-C vs micro-USB
  • Supports waypoint flight
    Waypoint flight
    yes
    ▲ Better than 51% of models
    This drone supports waypoint flight, while the average drone does not.
  • More video format options
    Video formats
    MP4, AVI
    ▲ Better than 75% of models
    This drone supports MP4, AVI video formats, while the average drone supports MP4.
    MP4, AVI vs MP4
  • Less restrictive EU class
    EU class marking
    C0
    ▲ Better than 79% of models
    This drone is rated as C0 under the EU drone class system, while the average drone is rated as None.
    C0 vs None
  • Richer manual controls
    Manual camera controls
    partial
    ▲ Better than 52% of models
    This drone offers partial manual camera controls, while the average drone offers no.
    Mostly limited manual tuning.
    partial vs no
  • 2 km longer flight distance
    Max flight distance
    3 km
    ▲ Better than 56% of models
    Market range: <0.05 km – >24 km
    This drone has a longer max flight distance than the average drone (3 km vs 1 km). The average drone can fly up to 1 km.
    Maximum range varies by region (for example FCC vs CE).
    3 km vs 1 km
  • 2 km longer transmission range
    Max transmission distance
    3 km
    ▲ Better than 56% of models
    Market range: <0.05 km – >15 km
    This drone has a longer max transmission distance than the average drone (3 km vs 1 km). The average drone reaches 1 km of transmission distance.
    3 km vs 1 km
  • Supports burst mode
    Burst mode
    yes
    ▲ Better than 61% of models
    This drone supports burst mode, while the average drone does not.
  • 54.5% more popular
    Holy Stone HS360S is more popular than the average drone (10 vs 6.5).
    10 vs 6.47
  • 2 km longer flight distance
    Max flight distance
    3 km
    ▲ Better than 56% of models
    Market range: <0.05 km – >24 km
    This drone has a longer max flight distance than the average drone (3 km vs 1 km). The average drone can fly up to 1 km.
    Maximum range varies by region (for example FCC vs CE).
    3 km vs 1 km
  • More video format options
    Video formats
    MP4, AVI
    ▲ Better than 75% of models
    This drone supports MP4, AVI video formats, while the average drone supports MP4.
    MP4, AVI vs MP4
  • Richer manual controls
    Manual camera controls
    partial
    ▲ Better than 52% of models
    This drone offers partial manual camera controls, while the average drone offers no.
    Mostly limited manual tuning.
    partial vs no
  • Supports burst mode
    Burst mode
    yes
    ▲ Better than 61% of models
    This drone supports burst mode, while the average drone does not.
  • Supports panorama mode
    Panorama mode
    yes
    ▲ Better than 54% of models
    This drone supports panorama mode, while the average drone does not.
  • Supports waypoint flight
    Waypoint flight
    yes
    ▲ Better than 51% of models
    This drone supports waypoint flight, while the average drone does not.
  • Less restrictive EU class
    EU class marking
    C0
    ▲ Better than 79% of models
    This drone is rated as C0 under the EU drone class system, while the average drone is rated as None.
    C0 vs None
  • 2 km longer transmission range
    Max transmission distance
    3 km
    ▲ Better than 56% of models
    Market range: <0.05 km – >15 km
    This drone has a longer max transmission distance than the average drone (3 km vs 1 km). The average drone reaches 1 km of transmission distance.
    3 km vs 1 km
  • More modern charging port
    Charging interface
    USB-C
    ▲ Better than 61% of models
    This drone uses USB-C for charging, while the average drone uses micro-USB.
    USB-C vs micro-USB
  • 5.2 m/s lower wind resistance
    Max wind resistance
    5.5 m/s
    ▼ Worse than 81% of models
    Market range: <3.3 m/s – >12 m/s
    This drone handles weaker wind than the average drone (5.5 m/s vs 10.7 m/s). The average drone handles wind up to 10.7 m/s.
    5.5 m/s vs 10.7 m/s
  • Fewer GNSS systems
    GNSS systems supported
    GPS
    ▼ Worse than 51% of models
    This drone supports GPS GNSS systems, while the average drone supports GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou.
    GPS vs GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou
  • Lower video resolution
    Video resolution
    4K/20 fps
    ▲ Better than 57% of models
    This drone offers lower video resolution than the average drone (4K/20 fps vs 4K/100 fps). The average drone offers a video resolution of 4K/100 fps.
    4K/20 fps vs 4K/100 fps
  • 8 m/s slower flight speed
    Max flight speed
    7 m/s
    ▼ Worse than 65% of models
    Market range: <4 m/s – >21 m/s
    This drone reaches a lower max flight speed than the average drone (7 m/s vs 15 m/s). The average drone reaches 15 m/s.
    7 m/s vs 15 m/s
  • Lower live view quality
    Live view quality
    720p@20 fps
    ▼ Worse than 83% of models
    This drone has worse live view quality than the average drone (720p@20 fps vs 1080p@25 fps). The average drone offers live view quality of 1080p@25 fps.
    720p@20 fps vs 1080p@25 fps
  • 90 min longer charging time
    Charging time
    180 min
    ▼ Worse than 84% of models
    Market range: <55 min – >180 min
    This drone charges more slowly than the average drone (180 min vs 90 min). The average drone charges in 90 min.
    180 min vs 90 min
  • Smaller sensor size
    Sensor size
    1/3"
    ▼ Worse than 70% of models
    This drone has a smaller sensor than the average drone (1/3" vs 1/2.3"). The average drone uses a sensor of 1/2.3".
    1/3" vs 1/2.3"
  • Fewer photo format options
    Photo formats supported
    JPEG
    ▼ Worse than 41% of models
    This drone supports JPEG photo formats, while the average drone supports JPEG, DNG (RAW).
    JPEG vs JPEG, DNG (RAW)
  • 5.2 m/s lower wind resistance
    Max wind resistance
    5.5 m/s
    ▼ Worse than 81% of models
    Market range: <3.3 m/s – >12 m/s
    This drone handles weaker wind than the average drone (5.5 m/s vs 10.7 m/s). The average drone handles wind up to 10.7 m/s.
    5.5 m/s vs 10.7 m/s
  • 8 m/s slower flight speed
    Max flight speed
    7 m/s
    ▼ Worse than 65% of models
    Market range: <4 m/s – >21 m/s
    This drone reaches a lower max flight speed than the average drone (7 m/s vs 15 m/s). The average drone reaches 15 m/s.
    7 m/s vs 15 m/s
  • 3,380 m lower service ceiling
    Max service ceiling (ASL)
    120 m
    ▼ Worse than 70% of models
    Market range: <120 m – >6k m
    This drone can fly at a lower max service ceiling than the average drone (120 m vs 3500 m). The average drone reaches 3500 m.
    Altitude limit set in the app.
    120 m vs 3,500 m
  • Lower video resolution
    Video resolution
    4K/20 fps
    ▲ Better than 57% of models
    This drone offers lower video resolution than the average drone (4K/20 fps vs 4K/100 fps). The average drone offers a video resolution of 4K/100 fps.
    4K/20 fps vs 4K/100 fps
  • Smaller sensor size
    Sensor size
    1/3"
    ▼ Worse than 70% of models
    This drone has a smaller sensor than the average drone (1/3" vs 1/2.3"). The average drone uses a sensor of 1/2.3".
    1/3" vs 1/2.3"
  • Fewer photo format options
    Photo formats supported
    JPEG
    ▼ Worse than 41% of models
    This drone supports JPEG photo formats, while the average drone supports JPEG, DNG (RAW).
    JPEG vs JPEG, DNG (RAW)
  • Narrower tilt range
    Camera tilt range
    -90 to 0 °
    ▼ Worse than 33% of models
    This drone has a narrower tilt range than the average drone (-90 to 0 ° vs -90 to 20 °).
    -90 to 0 ° vs -90 to 20 °
  • Lower photo resolution
    Photo resolution
    3840 x 2160 px
    ▼ Worse than 50% of models
    This drone offers lower photo resolution than the average drone (3840x2160 px vs 4096x3072 px). The average drone offers a photo resolution of 4096x3072 px.
    3840x2160 px vs 4096x3072 px
  • Fewer GNSS systems
    GNSS systems supported
    GPS
    ▼ Worse than 51% of models
    This drone supports GPS GNSS systems, while the average drone supports GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou.
    GPS vs GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou
  • No headless mode
    Headless mode
    no
    ▼ Worse than 55% of models
    This drone does not support headless mode, while the average drone does.
  • Lower live view quality
    Live view quality
    720p@20 fps
    ▼ Worse than 83% of models
    This drone has worse live view quality than the average drone (720p@20 fps vs 1080p@25 fps). The average drone offers live view quality of 1080p@25 fps.
    720p@20 fps vs 1080p@25 fps
  • More basic transmission system
    Video transmission system
    Digital Transmission
    ▲ Better than 58% of models
    This drone uses Digital Transmission for video transmission, while the average drone uses SkyLink 2.0.
    Digital Transmission vs SkyLink 2.0
  • No wireless file transfer
    Wireless file transfer
    no
    ▼ Worse than 83% of models
    This drone does not support wireless file transfer, while the average drone does.
  • 90 min longer charging time
    Charging time
    180 min
    ▼ Worse than 84% of models
    Market range: <55 min – >180 min
    This drone charges more slowly than the average drone (180 min vs 90 min). The average drone charges in 90 min.
    180 min vs 90 min
  • 700 mAh less battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    1,500 mAh
    ▼ Worse than 64% of models
    Market range: <550 mAh – >5k mAh
    This drone has a smaller battery capacity than the average drone (1500 mAh vs 2200 mAh). The average drone battery has a capacity of 2200 mAh.
    1,500 mAh vs 2,200 mAh
  • 6.08 Wh less battery energy
    Battery energy
    11.1 Wh
    ▼ Worse than 62% of models
    Market range: <3.7 Wh – >77 Wh
    This drone has lower battery energy than the average drone (11.1 Wh vs 17.18 Wh). The average drone battery has 17.18 Wh of energy.
    11.1 Wh vs 17.18 Wh
  • Plainer color finish
    Color
    black, green
    ▼ Worse than 94% of models
    This drone comes in black, green, while the average drone comes in gray.
    black, green vs gray
  • 1.2% higher weight
    Weight
    249 g
    ▼ Worse than 51% of models
    Market range: <80 g – >920 g
    This drone is heavier than the average drone (249 g vs 246 g). The average drone weighs 246 g.
    249 g vs 246 g

Video reviews

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

9.0
DIY Jim Reviews
≈ estimated
08/08/2025
Hands-on review · flight, return-to-home and camera test
Verdict
Holy Stone HS360S is a fun, easy drone for learning to fly, with solid video despite some shake.
7.0
PERTH WEST OZ RC
≈ estimated
11/12/2024
Range test · flight along coastline with signal loss
Verdict
Holy Stone HS360S gets a decent 1.1 km of range, though it falls well short of the claimed 3 km.
8.0
PERTH WEST OZ RC
≈ estimated
28/11/2024
Hands-on review · flight features and battery performance
Verdict
The Holy Stone HS360S is a good pick as a first camera drone, though its footage is not stabilized.
9.0
B4U GO
≈ estimated
16/01/2024
Hands-on review · flight tests and connection check
Verdict
The Holy Stone HS360S is a solid second drone with a reliable signal link, but it lacks obstacle avoidance.
6.0
Everyday Tech
≈ estimated
10/01/2024
Hands-on review · flight tests, tracking modes and value
Verdict
Holy Stone HS360S is only a decent training drone, held back by poor altitude hold, weak tracking modes and no stabilization.
6.0
RC Escape
≈ estimated
29/11/2023
Hands-on review · smart modes, distance and low-battery tests
Verdict
Holy Stone HS360S has working flight features, but its spiral mode cannot be controlled and video drops out at range.
8.0
GH Tech Review
≈ estimated
12/09/2023
Hands-on review · flight, return-to-home and camera test
Verdict
Holy Stone HS360S is a fun, easy starter drone for learning to fly, but its 4K camera will disappoint.
7.0
Idaho Quadcopter
≈ estimated
26/08/2023
Hands-on review · smart flight modes and waypoint mission
Verdict
Holy Stone HS360S is a fun beginner drone that is not bad for its price, though its video drops out at long range.
9.0
Simon's Drones
≈ estimated
21/08/2023
Hands-on review · range, connection and video test
Verdict
Holy Stone HS360S is not perfect, but it is a strong, affordable pick for beginners and budget upgraders.
9.0
Open Circuit RC & Tech
≈ estimated
15/08/2023
Hands-on review · range, flight modes and return-to-home tests
Verdict
Holy Stone HS360S is a strong budget drone with excellent range and reliable return-to-home, held back only by its missing gimbal.

What reviewers agree on

Based on 5 · 19

Praised for strong range, compact size and reliable return to home, but shaky footage and short flight time are common gripes.
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

6.0
space.com
✓ explicit
06/04/2024
Written review · Sub-250g beginner drone
Verdict
The Holy Stone HS360S suits new pilots learning to fly, with a screen controller and tracking modes, but roughly 15-minute flights and shaky footage rule out serious photography.
8.0
the-gadgeteer.com
≈ estimated
24/07/2023
Hands-on review · Beginner GPS drone
Verdict
The Holy Stone HS360S is a stable, GPS-assisted beginner drone with reliable Follow Me flying, but without a true gimbal its video comes out shaky.
7.0
firstquadcopter.com
≈ estimated
28/09/2023
Review · Entry-level GPS drone
Verdict
The Holy Stone HS360S is a foldable starter drone with easy, stable control and up to 2km range, but shaky 20fps 4K footage and no obstacle avoidance hold it back.
4.0
schiffler.eu
≈ estimated
25/01/2025
Hands-on test · Entry-level drone
Verdict
The Holy Stone HS360S flies steadily with a dependable Return to Home, but phone compatibility problems and shaky footage were enough to send it back.
schiffler.eu
07/03/2025
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What we like about Holy Stone HS360S

  • Lightweight design (under 250g) avoids the need for FAA registration or Remote ID in many regions
  • Reliable GPS positioning provides stable hovering and precise position-holding
  • Excellent value for the price, often cited as a top budget choice for new pilots
  • Direct wired connection between the controller and phone reduces lag compared to standard Wi-Fi
  • Highly responsive and helpful customer service, frequently praised for resolving hardware issues
  • Compact, foldable design that includes a quality carrying case for portability

What we don't like about Holy Stone HS360S

  • Lack of a mechanical gimbal results in shaky video footage, especially in windy conditions
  • Real-world flight time often falls short of the 20-minute claim, typically lasting 13-18 minutes
  • Noticeable control lag can occur, making precision maneuvers difficult
  • Actual transmission range is frequently reported as much shorter than the advertised 3km
  • Lacks obstacle avoidance sensors, requiring extra caution in tight spaces or during automated flights
  • Occasional quality control issues, such as faulty batteries or incorrectly installed propeller blades
  • Limited video settings, with 4K recording capped at a lower 20fps rather than a smoother 30fps

Verdict

The Holy Stone HS360S is a lightweight, sub-250g GPS drone designed for beginners, featuring a 4K UHD camera with a 1/3-inch GalaxyCore sensor that captures 3840x2160P photos and videos at 20fps. Key characteristics include a 3km (9,842 ft) transmission range, brushless motors, and a foldable design that bypasses FAA Remote ID registration. Its main pros are the user-friendly wired controller connection (eliminating WiFi pairing issues), precise GPS-assisted return-to-home, and intelligent flight modes like Follow Me and Point of Interest. However, notable cons include a lack of mechanical gimbal or electronic image stabilization (resulting in shaky footage), a relatively short 20-minute flight time per battery, and vulnerability to drifting in moderate wind conditions.

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