Holy Stone HS700d Review | 95 Data compared

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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£200
  • Avg. price in US: ~$170
  • Max flight time: 22 min
  • Video resolution: 4K/30 fps
  • Max transmission distance: 1 km

Holy Stone HS700d review. Compare 95 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among drones and if it is worth buying.

5.6

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%

5.6

Technical Score

10.0%

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User score

Good
5.6

Technical Score

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

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

Score components:

26.0%

5.1

Flight

24.0%

5.4

Camera

20.0%

6.4

Safety

16.0%

6.1

Connectivity

14.0%

5.2

Battery & Design

Good
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User score

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

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

Score components:

70.0%

?

User reviews

30.0%

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Popularity

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    Technical Specifications of drone Holy Stone HS700d

    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%

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    Flight

    24.0%

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    Camera

    20.0%

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    Safety

    16.0%

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    Connectivity

    14.0%

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    Battery & Design

    5.6
    Holy Stone HS700d has a technical score of 5.59 points, which is lower than that of 65.6% of products in this category.
    User score

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

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

    Score components:

    70.0%

    0.0

    User reviews

    30.0%

    1.0

    Popularity

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    Popularity
    What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the drone.
    When it matters: When you prefer to choose a drone reviewed and selected by many other buyers.
    1.0
    Holy Stone HS700d has a popularity of 1 points, which is lower than 52% 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%

    5.6

    Overall score

    40.0%

    9.5

    Price

    6.8
    Holy Stone HS700d has a quality-to-price ratio of 6.8 points, which is lower than 51.3% 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

    22 min
    Holy Stone HS700d has a max flight time of 22 min, shorter than 52% of drones and equal to 0.7%.
    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

    1 km
    Holy Stone HS700d has a max flight distance of 1 km, shorter-range than 54.8% of drones and equal to 6.2%.
    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

    6.94 km/h
    Holy Stone HS700d has a max flight speed of 6.94 km/h, slower than 81.3% 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

    12 m/s
    Holy Stone HS700d has max wind resistance of 12 m/s, higher than 70.3% of drones and equal to 18.9%.
    Value may include conversion from Beaufort-scale rating to m/s.
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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+

    4K/30 fps
    Holy Stone HS700d records video at 4K/30 fps, higher than 50.3% of drones and equal to 24.2%.
    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

    yes
    Holy Stone HS700d supports 4K video, and 65.2% of drones do too.
    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

    2 MP
    Holy Stone HS700d has a main camera resolution of 2 MP, lower than 86.3% of drones and equal to 13.7%.
    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 HS700d 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 HS700d 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

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    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
    Holy Stone HS700d supports GPS GNSS systems, which are less comprehensive than those of 82.1% of drones and the same as those of 17.9% of drones.
    Only GPS is consistently confirmed for this model.
    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 HS700d senses obstacles in N/A directions, which is the same as that of 51.7% of drones.
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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

    1 km
    Holy Stone HS700d has a max transmission distance of 1 km, shorter-range than 51% of drones and equal to 5.9%.
    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 HS700d 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 HS700d 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 HS700d 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

    2,800 mAh
    Holy Stone HS700d has a battery capacity of 2800 mAh, larger than 66% of drones and equal to 2.6%.
    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

    20.72 Wh
    Holy Stone HS700d has battery energy of 20.72 Wh, higher than 58.7% of drones and equal to 2.7%.
    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

    300 min
    Holy Stone HS700d charges in 300 min, slower than 91.8% of drones and equal to 4.1%.
    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

    630 g
    Holy Stone HS700d weighs 630 g, heavier than 70.7% 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 HS700d has a removable battery, and 99.4% of drones include one.
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    Holy Stone HS700d vs the average drone

    • TapFly supported
      Holy Stone HS700d 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 HS700d supports TapFly, while the average drone does not.
    • 1.3 m/s higher max wind resistance
      Holy Stone HS700d handles stronger wind than the average drone (12 m/s vs 10.7 m/s). The average drone handles wind up to 10.7 m/s.
      Value may include conversion from Beaufort-scale rating to m/s.
      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 HS700d handles stronger wind than the average drone (12 m/s vs 10.7 m/s). The average drone handles wind up to 10.7 m/s.12 m/s vs 10.7 m/s
    • More video format options
      Holy Stone HS700d 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 HS700d supports MP4, AVI video formats, while the average drone supports MP4.MP4, AVI vs MP4
    • 570 mAh higher battery capacity
      Holy Stone HS700d has a larger battery capacity than the average drone (2,800 mAh vs 2,230 mAh). The average drone battery has a capacity of 2,230 mAh.
      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

      Holy Stone HS700d has a larger battery capacity than the average drone (2,800 mAh vs 2,230 mAh). The average drone battery has a capacity of 2,230 mAh.2,800 mAh vs 2,230 mAh
    • 20 ° wider field of view
      Holy Stone HS700d has a wider field of view than the average drone (110 ° 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 HS700d has a wider field of view than the average drone (110 ° vs 90 °). The average drone has a field of view of 90 °.110 ° vs 90 °
    • Higher live view quality
      Holy Stone HS700d 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 HS700d 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
    • Supports headless mode
      Holy Stone HS700d supports headless mode, while the average drone does not.
      What it is: Indicates whether the drone offers a headless mode that keeps controls relative to the pilot position.
      When it matters: When you want simpler directional control that is easier to learn for beginner flying.

      Importance: LOW

      Holy Stone HS700d supports headless mode, while the average drone does not.
    • 1.3 m/s higher max wind resistance
      Holy Stone HS700d handles stronger wind than the average drone (12 m/s vs 10.7 m/s). The average drone handles wind up to 10.7 m/s.
    • More video format options
      Holy Stone HS700d supports MP4, AVI video formats, while the average drone supports MP4.
    • 20 ° wider field of view
      Holy Stone HS700d has a wider field of view than the average drone (110 ° vs 90 °). The average drone has a field of view of 90 °.
    • TapFly supported
      Holy Stone HS700d supports TapFly, while the average drone does not.
    • Supports headless mode
      Holy Stone HS700d supports headless mode, while the average drone does not.
    • Higher live view quality
      Holy Stone HS700d 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.
    • 570 mAh higher battery capacity
      Holy Stone HS700d has a larger battery capacity than the average drone (2,800 mAh vs 2,230 mAh). The average drone battery has a capacity of 2,230 mAh.
    • 9.06 km/h slower flight speed
      Holy Stone HS700d reaches a lower max flight speed than the average drone (6.9 km/h vs 16 km/h). The average drone reaches 16 km/h.
    • 3,880 m lower max service ceiling
      Holy Stone HS700d can fly at a lower max service ceiling than the average drone (120 m vs 4,000 m). The average drone reaches 4,000 m.
    • Non-foldable design
      Holy Stone HS700d does not have a foldable design, while the average drone does.
    • 1 km shorter flight distance
      Holy Stone HS700d has a shorter max flight distance than the average drone (1 km vs 2 km). The average drone can fly up to 2 km.
    • Lower video resolution
      Holy Stone HS700d supports lower video resolution than the average drone (4K/30 fps vs 4K/100 fps). The average drone supports 4K/100 fps video resolution.
    • Fewer photo format options
      Holy Stone HS700d supports JPEG photo formats, while the average drone supports JPEG, DNG (RAW).
    • 1 axis lower gimbal axes
      Holy Stone HS700d has fewer gimbal axes than the average drone (0 axis vs 1 axis). The average drone has 1 axis gimbal axes.
    • 10 MP lower main camera megapixels
      Holy Stone HS700d has fewer main camera megapixels than the average drone (2 MP vs 12 MP). The average drone has 12 MP MP on the main camera.
    • Lower photo resolution
      Holy Stone HS700d supports lower photo resolution than the average drone (3,840x 2,160 MP vs 4,000x3,000 MP). The average drone supports 4,000x3,000 MP photo resolution.
    • Fewer GNSS systems
      Holy Stone HS700d supports GPS GNSS systems, while the average drone supports GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou.
      Only GPS is consistently confirmed for this model.
    • Basic companion app
      Holy Stone HS700d uses the Ophelia GPS companion app, while the average drone uses FreeFlight Pro.
    • 0.51 km shorter transmission distance
      Holy Stone HS700d has a shorter max transmission distance than the average drone (1 km vs 1,507 km). The average drone reaches 1,507 km of transmission distance.
    • 210 min longer charging time
      Holy Stone HS700d charges more slowly than the average drone (300 min vs 90 min). The average drone charges in 90 min.
    • 2.53x heavier weight
      Holy Stone HS700d is heavier than the average drone (630 g vs 249 g). The average drone weighs 249 g.
    • 86 mm larger height
      Holy Stone HS700d has a greater height than the average drone (151 mm vs 65 mm). The average drone height is 65 mm.
    • 2 year/s older release date
      Holy Stone HS700d is older than the average drone (2,019 vs 2,021). The average drone was released in 2,021.
      November 2,018
    • 9.06 km/h slower flight speed
      Holy Stone HS700d reaches a lower max flight speed than the average drone (6.9 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 HS700d reaches a lower max flight speed than the average drone (6.9 km/h vs 16 km/h). The average drone reaches 16 km/h.6.94 km/h vs 16 km/h
    • 210 min longer charging time
      Holy Stone HS700d charges more slowly than the average drone (300 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 HS700d charges more slowly than the average drone (300 min vs 90 min). The average drone charges in 90 min.300 min vs 90 min
    • 3,880 m lower max service ceiling
      Holy Stone HS700d can fly at a lower max service ceiling than the average drone (120 m vs 4,000 m). The average drone reaches 4,000 m.
      What it is: The service ceiling indicates the maximum altitude where the drone can maintain normal performance.
      When it matters: When you fly at higher elevations.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Good value: >=4000

      Holy Stone HS700d can fly at a lower max service ceiling than the average drone (120 m vs 4,000 m). The average drone reaches 4,000 m.120 m vs 4,000 m
    • Fewer GNSS systems
      Holy Stone HS700d supports GPS GNSS systems, while the average drone supports GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou.
      Only GPS is consistently confirmed for this model.
      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 HS700d supports GPS GNSS systems, while the average drone supports GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou.GPS vs GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou
    • Lower video resolution
      Holy Stone HS700d supports lower video resolution than the average drone (4K/30 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 HS700d supports lower video resolution than the average drone (4K/30 fps vs 4K/100 fps). The average drone supports 4K/100 fps video resolution.4K/30 fps vs 4K/100 fps
    • Fewer photo format options
      Holy Stone HS700d 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 HS700d supports JPEG photo formats, while the average drone supports JPEG, DNG (RAW).JPEG vs JPEG, DNG (RAW)
    • Basic companion app
      Holy Stone HS700d uses the Ophelia GPS companion app, while the average drone uses FreeFlight Pro.
      What it is: Identifies the app ecosystem used for setup, updates, flight control, and mission tools.
      When it matters: When planning flights, updating firmware, or changing camera settings.

      Importance: LOW

      Good value: Stable app with full control

      Holy Stone HS700d uses the Ophelia GPS companion app, while the average drone uses FreeFlight Pro.Ophelia GPS vs FreeFlight Pro
    • 1 axis lower gimbal axes
      Holy Stone HS700d 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 HS700d 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

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    Third-party reviews

    What customers like about Holy Stone HS700d?

    • Excellent for beginners due to ease of use and simple assembly
    • Precise GPS-assisted stability and accurate Return-to-Home functionality
    • Durable build quality that withstands minor crashes well
    • Powerful brushless motors provide quiet and stable flight performance
    • Good value for money with high-end features at a budget price point
    • Helpful and responsive customer support team

    What customers dislike about Holy Stone HS700d?

    • Extremely long battery charging times (5-7 hours for ~20 mins of flight)
    • Lack of a mechanical gimbal results in shaky video footage
    • Short WiFi/FPV transmission range that can freeze or lag at distance
    • Instructions and manuals are sometimes poorly translated or confusing
    • Requires manual compass and gyro calibration before every flight
    • Camera quality may not meet the standards of professional videography

    Expert reviews

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    holystone.com
    02/09/2020

    The Holy Stone HS175D is a foldable, GPS-enabled drone weighing under 250 grams, designed for beginners. Featuring brushless motors and a 46-minute total flight time, it includes features like Auto Return to Home, "Follow Me," and Optical Flow Positioning for stable hovering. Pros include excellent portability, robust build quality, and a 90-degree adjustable camera angle. Cons...Read more

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    smartzone.de
    14/02/2019

    The Holy Stone HS700 Ophelia is a non-folding, entry-level GPS drone featuring powerful brushless motors and a 1080p camera, providing stable flight with a 17-20 minute runtime. Key features include automatic return-to-home modes, Follow Me functionality, and compatibility with a GoPro camera, making it suitable for beginners. However, notable drawbacks include a 5-7 hour battery...Read more

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    drohnen.de
    13/03/2019

    The Holy Stone HS700 is positioned as a beginner-friendly, budget GPS camera drone priced under €300, offering solid flight performance with GPS-supported stabilization and "Return to Home" functions. Key advantages include quiet, powerful brushless motors, a tool-free quick-release propeller system, and a competitive 20-minute flight time. While the included 1080p camera can be...Read more

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    drohnen-vergleich.net
    No date listed

    The Holy Stone HS700D is a GPS-stabilized, beginner-friendly drone featuring 1500KV brushless motors and a 2K camera with a 90-degree remote-controlled tilt, as noted by Holy Stone. Performance reviews highlight its stable hovering, strong wind resistance, and intelligent flight modes such as Follow Me and Waypoint. However, the drone suffers from long, 5-7 hour battery charging...Read more

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    holystone.com
    14/12/2020

    The Holy Stone HS720 is a foldable, beginner-friendly drone featuring robust brushless motors and a 26-minute flight time. It offers stable, GPS-assisted flight, including "Follow Me" and Waypoint modes, alongside reliable return-to-home safety features. While praised for its, 2K/4K camera, the unit lacks a mechanical gimbal and obstacle avoidance, with a slow 5-7 hour battery...Read more

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