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Holy Stone HS600D Review | 97 Data compared

Avg. price:~£440Max flight time:40 minVideo resolution:4K/30 fpsMax transmission distance:6 km

Holy Stone HS600D Review: Compare 97 technical specifications and 10 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Drones category and whether it is worth buying.

7.6

Overall score

Score
7.6/ 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
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â–² Better than 80% of models
Score components

75%

7.6

Technical Score

25%

7.4

Review score ( 1 · 9)

Based on 1 expert review and 9 video reviews
Experts count the full 25% of the overall score, because this model has at least 3 full tests. The technical score makes up the other 75%. A video review counts half as much as a written full test.
â–²Better than 80% of drones
7.6

Technical Score

Technical score
7.6/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 81% of models
Score components

26%

8.8

Flight

24%

7.4

Camera

20%

7.1

Safety

16%

6.8

Connectivity

14%

7.5

Battery & Design

â–²Better than 81% 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, first looks half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Share: The review score is 25% of the overall score with 3+ full tests, less with fewer.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 52% of models
Grades by review (10)
1 reviews: 0 with a printed score, 1 estimated from the review. 9 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Share in this model’s overall score: 25%.
Text reviews 1
≈ estimated
1

21.1%

8.0

bestchoice.guide

Video reviews 9

10.5%

8.0

Brad's Projects and Stuff

10.5%

8.0

Ready To Run RC

10.5%

8.0

DOUG and NIKI

10.5%

7.0

Alien Drones

10.5%

6.0

RC Escape

10.5%

6.0

Gadget Inspector

5.3%

8.0

Jay Drone

5.3%

8.0

AlToneRC-RTR

5.3%

7.0

Steve WB

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
â–²Better than 52% of drones
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Best prices

    N/A~ £440

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Technical Specifications of drone Holy Stone HS600D

Technical Score
Technical score
7.6/ 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–² Better than 81% of models
Score components:

26%

8.8

Flight

24%

7.4

Camera

20%

7.1

Safety

16%

6.8

Connectivity

14%

7.5

Battery & Design

7.6
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, first looks half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Share: The review score is 25% of the overall score with 3+ full tests, less with fewer.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 52% of models
Grades by review (10)
1 reviews: 0 with a printed score, 1 estimated from the review. 9 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Share in this model’s overall score: 25%.
Text reviews 1
≈ estimated
1

21.1%

8.0

bestchoice.guide

Video reviews 9

10.5%

8.0

Brad's Projects and Stuff

10.5%

8.0

Ready To Run RC

10.5%

8.0

DOUG and NIKI

10.5%

7.0

Alien Drones

10.5%

6.0

RC Escape

10.5%

6.0

Gadget Inspector

5.3%

8.0

Jay Drone

5.3%

8.0

AlToneRC-RTR

5.3%

7.0

Steve WB

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
7.4
Popularity
Popularity
8.1/ 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–² Better than 69% of models
Popularity:
Holy Stone HS600D has a popularity score of 8.1 points, which is higher than that of 69.3% of products in this category.
8.1
Ratio quality/price
Value for money
7.8/ 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–² Better than 87% of models
Score components:

60%

7.6

Overall score

40%

8.2

Price

7.8
Max flight time
40 min
Max flight time
40 min
â–² Better than 88% of models
Market range: <8 min – >40 min
This drone has a max flight time of 40 min, longer than 88% of drones and equal to 4.5% of drones.
Max flight distance
?
Max flight speed
?
Max wind resistance
10.7 m/s
Max wind resistance
10.7 m/s
â–² Better than 49% of models
Market range: <3.3 m/s – >12 m/s
This drone has max wind resistance of 10.7 m/s, higher than 48.9% of drones and equal to 23.7% of drones.
Max service ceiling (ASL)
?
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Video resolution
4K/30 fps
Video resolution
4K/30 fps
â–² Better than 58% of models
This drone records video at 4K/30 fps, higher than 58.4% of drones and equal to 20.3% 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
1/2"
Sensor size
1/2"
â–² Better than 48% of models
This drone has a sensor size of 1/2", larger than 48.2% of drones and equal to 17.6% of drones.
Main camera megapixels
48 MP
Main camera megapixels
48 MP
â–² Better than 76% of models
Market range: <2 MP – >48 MP
This drone has a main camera resolution of 48 MP, higher than 76% of drones and equal to 18% of drones.
Max movie bitrate
?
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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)
yes
Return to Home (RTH)
yes
â–² Better than 33% of models
This drone supports Return-to-Home (RTH). 33% of drones support Return-to-Home (RTH).
GPS
yes
GPS
yes
â–² Better than 35% of models
This drone supports GPS. 35.3% of drones support GPS.
GNSS systems supported
GPS
GNSS systems supported
GPS
â–¼ 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
downward
Obstacle sensing directions
downward
â–² Better than 57% of models
This drone senses obstacles in downward directions, which is more comprehensive than that of 57.3% and the same as that of 12.1%.
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Max transmission distance
6 km
Max transmission distance
6 km
â–² Better than 63% of models
Market range: <0.05 km – >15 km
This drone has a max transmission distance of 6 km, farther than 62.8% of drones and equal to 5.1% of drones.
Transmission latency
?
Video transmission system
Digital Transmission
Video transmission system
Digital Transmission
â–² 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
?
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
3,500 mAh
Battery capacity
3,500 mAh
â–² Better than 77% of models
Market range: <550 mAh – >5k mAh
This drone has a battery capacity of 3,500 mAh, larger than 76.7% of drones and equal to 2.1% of drones.
Battery energy
?
Charging time
?
Weight
603 g
Weight
603 g
â–¼ Worse than 76% of models
Market range: <80 g – >920 g
This drone weighs 603 g, heavier than 75.8% 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 HS600D vs the average drone

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  • 20 min longer flight time
    Max flight time
    40 min
    â–² Better than 88% of models
    Market range: <8 min – >40 min
    This drone offers longer max flight time than the average drone (40 min vs 20 min). The average drone offers 20 min of max flight time.
    40 min vs 20 min
  • More advanced stabilization
    Image stabilization type
    3-Axis Mechanical + EIS
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    This drone uses 3-Axis Mechanical + EIS image stabilization, while the average drone uses EIS (Digital).
    3-Axis Mechanical + EIS vs EIS (Digital)
  • 3 more gimbal axes
    Gimbal axes
    3
    â–² Better than 64% of models
    Market range: <0 – >3
    This drone has more gimbal axes than the average drone (3 vs 0). The average drone has 0 gimbal axes.
    3 vs 0
  • Supports low-light mode
    Low light mode
    yes
    â–² Better than 78% of models
    This drone supports low-light mode, while the average drone does not.
  • Supports QuickShots
    QuickShots
    yes
    â–² Better than 68% of models
    This drone supports QuickShots, while the average drone does not.
  • Supports waypoint flight
    Waypoint flight
    yes
    â–² Better than 51% of models
    This drone supports waypoint flight, while the average drone does not.
  • 1,300 mAh more battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    3,500 mAh
    â–² Better than 77% of models
    Market range: <550 mAh – >5k mAh
    This drone has a larger battery capacity than the average drone (3500 mAh vs 2200 mAh). The average drone battery has a capacity of 2200 mAh.
    3,500 mAh vs 2,200 mAh
  • 36 MP more camera resolution
    Main camera megapixels
    48 MP
    â–² Better than 76% of models
    Market range: <2 MP – >48 MP
    This drone has more main camera megapixels than the average drone (48 MP vs 12 MP). The average drone has 12 MP on the main camera.
    48 MP vs 12 MP
  • 10.4% better value for money
    Holy Stone HS600D has better value for money than the average drone (7.76 vs 7).
    7.76 vs 7.03
  • 20 min longer flight time
    Max flight time
    40 min
    â–² Better than 88% of models
    Market range: <8 min – >40 min
    This drone offers longer max flight time than the average drone (40 min vs 20 min). The average drone offers 20 min of max flight time.
    40 min vs 20 min
  • More advanced stabilization
    Image stabilization type
    3-Axis Mechanical + EIS
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    This drone uses 3-Axis Mechanical + EIS image stabilization, while the average drone uses EIS (Digital).
    3-Axis Mechanical + EIS vs EIS (Digital)
  • 3 more gimbal axes
    Gimbal axes
    3
    â–² Better than 64% of models
    Market range: <0 – >3
    This drone has more gimbal axes than the average drone (3 vs 0). The average drone has 0 gimbal axes.
    3 vs 0
  • Supports low-light mode
    Low light mode
    yes
    â–² Better than 78% of models
    This drone supports low-light mode, while the average drone does not.
  • 36 MP more camera resolution
    Main camera megapixels
    48 MP
    â–² Better than 76% of models
    Market range: <2 MP – >48 MP
    This drone has more main camera megapixels than the average drone (48 MP vs 12 MP). The average drone has 12 MP on the main camera.
    48 MP vs 12 MP
  • Supports HDR mode
    HDR mode
    yes
    â–² Better than 72% of models
    This drone supports HDR mode, while the average drone does not.
  • Larger sensor size
    Sensor size
    1/2"
    â–² Better than 48% of models
    This drone has a larger sensor than the average drone (1/2" vs 1/2.3"). The average drone uses a sensor of 1/2.3".
    1/2" vs 1/2.3"
  • Richer manual controls
    Manual camera controls
    partial
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This drone offers partial manual camera controls, while the average drone offers no.
    partial vs no
  • Wider aperture
    Aperture
    f/1.8
    â–² Better than 80% of models
    This drone has a wider aperture than the average drone (f/1.8 vs f/2). The average drone uses an aperture of f/2.
    f/1.8 vs f/2
  • Supports burst mode
    Burst mode
    yes
    â–² Better than 61% of models
    This drone supports burst mode, while the average drone does not.
  • Higher photo resolution
    Photo resolution
    8000 x 6000 px
    â–² Better than 78% of models
    This drone offers higher photo resolution than the average drone (8000x6000 px vs 4096x3072 px). The average drone offers a photo resolution of 4096x3072 px.
    8000x6000 px vs 4096x3072 px
  • Supports panorama mode
    Panorama mode
    yes
    â–² Better than 54% of models
    This drone supports panorama mode, while the average drone does not.
  • Supports waypoint flight
    Waypoint flight
    yes
    â–² Better than 51% of models
    This drone supports waypoint flight, while the average drone does not.
  • Supports QuickShots
    QuickShots
    yes
    â–² Better than 68% of models
    This drone supports QuickShots, while the average drone does not.
  • Remote ID
    Remote ID
    yes
    â–² Better than 74% of models
    This drone supports Remote ID, while the average drone does not.
  • 2 more flight modes
    N. of intelligent flight modes
    6
    â–² Better than 77% of models
    Market range: <0 – >8
    This drone offers more intelligent flight modes than the average drone (6 vs 4). The average drone offers 4 intelligent flight modes.
    6 vs 4
  • 2.42x lower takeoff weight
    Max takeoff weight
    603 g
    â–² Better than 73% of models
    Market range: <80 g – >1.1k g
    This drone has a lower max takeoff weight than the average drone (603 g vs 249 g). The average drone has a max takeoff weight of 249 g.
    603 g vs 249 g
  • 5 km longer transmission range
    Max transmission distance
    6 km
    â–² Better than 63% of models
    Market range: <0.05 km – >15 km
    This drone has a longer max transmission distance than the average drone (6 km vs 1 km). The average drone reaches 1 km of transmission distance.
    6 km vs 1 km
  • 1,300 mAh more battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    3,500 mAh
    â–² Better than 77% of models
    Market range: <550 mAh – >5k mAh
    This drone has a larger battery capacity than the average drone (3500 mAh vs 2200 mAh). The average drone battery has a capacity of 2200 mAh.
    3,500 mAh vs 2,200 mAh
  • Fewer GNSS systems
    GNSS systems supported
    GPS
    â–¼ 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/30 fps
    â–² Better than 58% of models
    This drone offers lower video resolution than the average drone (4K/30 fps vs 4K/100 fps). The average drone offers a video resolution of 4K/100 fps.
    4K/30 fps vs 4K/100 fps
  • 2.45x higher weight
    Weight
    603 g
    â–¼ Worse than 76% of models
    Market range: <80 g – >920 g
    This drone is heavier than the average drone (603 g vs 246 g). The average drone weighs 246 g.
    603 g vs 246 g
  • 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 transmission system
    Video transmission system
    Digital Transmission
    â–² 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
  • Narrower tilt range
    Camera tilt range
    -90 to 0 °
    â–¼ 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 °
  • 101 mm longer body length
    Length
    376 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 88% of models
    Market range: <117 mm – >385 mm
    This drone is longer than the average drone (376 mm vs 275 mm). The average drone is 275 mm long.
    376 mm vs 275 mm
  • More basic controller
    Controller model
    HS600D Transmitter
    â–¼ Worse than 94% of models
    This drone uses the HS600D Transmitter controller, while the average drone uses LiteRadio 4 SE.
    HS600D Transmitter vs LiteRadio 4 SE
  • 2.2x more expensive
    Holy Stone HS600D is more expensive than the average drone (£440 vs £200).
    £440 vs £200
  • Lower video resolution
    Video resolution
    4K/30 fps
    â–² Better than 58% of models
    This drone offers lower video resolution than the average drone (4K/30 fps vs 4K/100 fps). The average drone offers a video resolution of 4K/100 fps.
    4K/30 fps vs 4K/100 fps
  • 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)
  • Narrower tilt range
    Camera tilt range
    -90 to 0 °
    â–¼ 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 °
  • Fewer GNSS systems
    GNSS systems supported
    GPS
    â–¼ 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
  • More basic transmission system
    Video transmission system
    Digital Transmission
    â–² 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
  • More basic controller
    Controller model
    HS600D Transmitter
    â–¼ Worse than 94% of models
    This drone uses the HS600D Transmitter controller, while the average drone uses LiteRadio 4 SE.
    HS600D Transmitter vs LiteRadio 4 SE
  • 2.45x higher weight
    Weight
    603 g
    â–¼ Worse than 76% of models
    Market range: <80 g – >920 g
    This drone is heavier than the average drone (603 g vs 246 g). The average drone weighs 246 g.
    603 g vs 246 g
  • 101 mm longer body length
    Length
    376 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 88% of models
    Market range: <117 mm – >385 mm
    This drone is longer than the average drone (376 mm vs 275 mm). The average drone is 275 mm long.
    376 mm vs 275 mm
  • 21.5 mm taller body height
    Height
    84 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    Market range: <38 mm – >120 mm
    This drone is taller than the average drone (84 mm vs 62.5 mm). The average drone is 62.5 mm tall.
    84 mm vs 62.5 mm
  • 18 mm wider width
    Width
    259 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
    Market range: <114 mm – >387.5 mm
    This drone is wider than the average drone (259 mm vs 241 mm). The average drone width is 241 mm.
    259 mm vs 241 mm

Video reviews

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

8.0
Brad's Projects and Stuff
≈ estimated
15/04/2026
Hands-on review · outdoor wind, flight and camera tests
Verdict
Holy Stone HS600D is a solid, good-value drone for beginners and casual flyers, despite a few budget compromises.
6.0
RC Escape
≈ estimated
13/04/2026
Review and test flight · geofencing, low-voltage and battery tests
Verdict
Holy Stone HS600D handles geofencing and low-voltage return well, though a few design choices are annoying.
8.0
Ready To Run RC
≈ estimated
11/02/2025
Unboxing and review · flight time, range and modes tested
Verdict
Holy Stone HS600D impresses on flight time and is a solid pick, with intelligent modes that work well.
6.0
Gadget Inspector
≈ estimated
08/01/2025
Hands-on review · flight modes and everyday flying
Verdict
Holy Stone HS600D is solid for basic flying and footage, but its smart modes and app let it down.
4.0
Gadget Inspector
≈ estimated
07/01/2025
Part one review · subject tracking and return-home tests
Verdict
Holy Stone HS600D falls short for the price in part one, with subject tracking and GPS follow both struggling.
7.0
Alien Drones
≈ estimated
03/12/2024
Hands-on review · flight, video and battery tests
Verdict
Holy Stone HS600D is a great little drone for pilots who fly it themselves, though quick shots and horizon tilt need work.
8.0
DOUG and NIKI
≈ estimated
09/11/2024
Hands-on review · flight tests, crashes and unboxing
Verdict
Holy Stone HS600D has strong battery life and easy flying, but 4K frame rate limits and frequent compass recalibration hold it back.
8.0
Jay Drone
≈ estimated
14/03/2025
First flight · early impressions and range check
Verdict
Holy Stone HS600D looks promising so far, with strong range and smooth footage; a full review is still to come.
8.0
AlToneRC-RTR
≈ estimated
11/11/2024
Short review · quick overview and aerial footage
Verdict
Holy Stone HS600D is among the best camera drones the brand has released so far, and a strong gift pick.
8.0
AlToneRC-RTR
≈ estimated
11/11/2024
First impressions · unboxing and package contents
Verdict
Holy Stone HS600D looks beautiful and promising out of the box, with a recommendation to follow after flight testing.

Third-party reviews

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What we like about Holy Stone HS600D

  • Three-axis gimbal plus EIS with a 1/2-inch 48 MP f/1.8 camera
  • Up to 40 minutes of flight from a 3500 mAh battery
  • Heavier 603 g airframe stays steady in strong wind
  • GPS return-to-home, follow-me and a digital link up to about 6 km
  • HDR video mode and built-in Remote ID

What we don't like about Holy Stone HS600D

  • 603 g weight brings stricter EU registration and flight rules
  • Only downward sensors, no forward or side obstacle avoidance
  • 4K is limited to 30 fps
  • Bulkier to carry than 249 g travel drones

Verdict

The Holy Stone HS600D Sentinel is the brand's most serious camera drone. A three-axis gimbal with extra electronic stabilisation carries a 1/2-inch 48 MP sensor behind an f/1.8 lens and records 4K/30 fps video with an HDR mode. At 603 g it is a mid-size aircraft, which helps it stay steady in strong wind, and its 3500 mAh battery gives up to 40 minutes in the air. GPS supports return-to-home and follow-me tracking, a digital link carries video up to about 6 km, and Remote ID is built in. Downward sensors help with landing, yet there is no forward or side obstacle avoidance. The weight also means stricter EU rules than for 249 g drones. For buyers who want long flights and a proper gimbal for well under DJI prices, it offers a lot of hardware.

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