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HOVERAir X1 PROMAX Review | 97 Data compared

Avg. price:~£670Max flight time:16 minVideo resolution:8K/30 fpsMax transmission distance:1 km

HOVERAir X1 PROMAX Review: Compare 97 technical specifications and 53 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Drones category and whether it is worth buying.

7.1

Overall score

Score
7.1/ 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
▲ Better than 67% of models
Score components

85%

6.9

Technical score

15%

8.5

Review score ( 20 · 33)

Review score 15% · 8.5 · based on 53 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. 1 more review is not scored yet.
▲Better than 67% of drones
6.9

Technical score

Technical score
6.9/ 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
▲ Better than 66% of models
Score components

26%

5.8

Flight

24%

7.7

Camera

20%

7.7

Safety

16%

6.0

Connectivity

14%

7.5

Battery & Design

▲Better than 66% of drones
8.5

Review score

Review score
8.5/ 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
▲ Better than 79% of models
Grades by review (53)
20 reviews: 7 with a printed score, 13 estimated from the review. 33 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 6
✓ explicit
3

3.5%

8.0

t3.com

3.5%

7.0

wired.com

2.2%

10

palmsolo.substack.com

≈ estimated
3

2.8%

9.0

bikepacking.com

2.8%

9.0

outsideonline.com

2.8%

7.0

freehub.com

Video reviews 12

1.4%

9.5

Flying Filmmaker

1.4%

9.5

Bike Hombre

1.4%

9.0

Jo's Talking

1.4%

9.0

We're the Roberts

1.4%

9.0

Jake Sloan

1.4%

9.0

Mads Tech

1.4%

9.0

Man Cave Moto

1.4%

9.0

BIKEPACKING.com

1.4%

9.0

RobHK

1.4%

9.0

TechTablets

1.4%

7.0

Dustin Dunnill

0.7%

9.0

PBKreviews

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
▲Better than 79% of drones
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Technical Specifications of drone HOVERAir X1 PROMAX

Technical score
Technical score
6.9/ 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
▲ Better than 66% of models
Score components:

26%

5.8

Flight

24%

7.7

Camera

20%

7.7

Safety

16%

6.0

Connectivity

14%

7.5

Battery & Design

6.9
Review score
Review score
8.5/ 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
▲ Better than 79% of models
Grades by review (53)
20 reviews: 7 with a printed score, 13 estimated from the review. 33 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 6
✓ explicit
3

3.5%

8.0

t3.com

3.5%

7.0

wired.com

2.2%

10

palmsolo.substack.com

≈ estimated
3

2.8%

9.0

bikepacking.com

2.8%

9.0

outsideonline.com

2.8%

7.0

freehub.com

Video reviews 12

1.4%

9.5

Flying Filmmaker

1.4%

9.5

Bike Hombre

1.4%

9.0

Jo's Talking

1.4%

9.0

We're the Roberts

1.4%

9.0

Jake Sloan

1.4%

9.0

Mads Tech

1.4%

9.0

Man Cave Moto

1.4%

9.0

BIKEPACKING.com

1.4%

9.0

RobHK

1.4%

9.0

TechTablets

1.4%

7.0

Dustin Dunnill

0.7%

9.0

PBKreviews

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
8.5
Popularity
Popularity
7.2/ 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 58% of models
Popularity:
HOVERAir X1 PROMAX has a popularity score of 7.2 points, which is higher than that of 58.4% of products in this category.
7.2
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%

7.1

Overall score

40%

7.0

Price

7.1
Max flight time
16 min
Max flight time
16 min
▼ Worse than 62% of models
Market range: <8 min – >40 min
This drone has a max flight time of 16 min, shorter than 61.5% of drones and equal to 2% of drones.
Max flight distance
1 km
Max flight distance
1 km
▼ Worse than 49% of models
Market range: <0.05 km – >24 km
This drone has a max flight distance of 1 km, farther than 45.9% of drones and equal to 5% of drones.
Max flight speed
16.6 m/s
Max flight speed
16.6 m/s
▲ Better than 66% of models
Market range: <4 m/s – >21 m/s
This drone has a max flight speed of 16.6 m/s, faster than 66.5% of drones.
Max wind resistance
10.7 m/s
Max wind resistance
10.7 m/s
▲ 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)
5,500 m
Max service ceiling (ASL)
5,500 m
▲ Better than 79% of models
Market range: <120 m – >6k m
This drone has a max service ceiling of 5,500 m, higher than 79.1% of drones and equal to 1.5% of drones.
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What reviewers say
Video resolution
8K/30 fps
Video resolution
8K/30 fps
★ Better than 100% of models
This drone records video at 8K/30 fps, higher than 99.5% 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
1/1.3"
Sensor size
1/1.3"
▲ Better than 68% of models
This drone has a sensor size of 1/1.3", larger than 67.6% of drones and equal to 10.2% of drones.
Main camera megapixels
48 MP
Main camera megapixels
48 MP
▲ 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
200 Mbps
Max movie bitrate
200 Mbps
★ Better than 92% of models
Market range: <40 Mbps – >180 Mbps
This drone has a max movie bitrate of 200 Mbps, higher than 92.1% of drones and equal to 5.3% of drones.
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What reviewers say
Obstacle detection
yes
Obstacle detection
yes
▲ Better than 70% of models
This drone supports obstacle detection. 69.5% of drones support obstacle detection.
Value reflects rear-focused or partial obstacle sensing rather than omnidirectional coverage.
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
no
GPS
no
▼ Worse than 65% of models
This drone does not support GPS. 65.2% of drones support GPS.
GNSS systems supported
GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou
GNSS systems supported
GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou
▲ Better than 82% of models
This drone supports GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou GNSS systems, which are more comprehensive than those of 82.4% and the same as those of 17.6%.
Obstacle sensing directions
forward/backward/downward
Obstacle sensing directions
forward/backward/downward
▲ Better than 76% of models
This drone senses obstacles in forward/backward/downward directions, which is more comprehensive than that of 75.9% and the same as that of 5.5%.
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What reviewers say
Max transmission distance
1 km
Max transmission distance
1 km
▲ Better than 48% of models
Market range: <0.05 km – >15 km
This drone has a max transmission distance of 1 km, farther than 48% of drones and equal to 5.1% of drones.
Value reflects Beacon/controller-assisted range; phone-app-only range is lower.
Transmission latency
?
Video transmission system
Wi-Fi
Video transmission system
Wi-Fi
▼ 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
▼ 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
▲ 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
1920 mAh
Battery capacity
1920 mAh
▼ Worse than 54% of models
Market range: <550 mAh – >5k mAh
This drone has a battery capacity of 1920 mAh, smaller than 54.4% of drones and equal to 0.5% of drones.
Battery energy
14.16 Wh
Battery energy
14.16 Wh
▼ Worse than 56% of models
Market range: <3.7 Wh – >77 Wh
This drone has battery energy of 14.16 Wh, lower than 55.9% of drones.
Charging time
45 min
Charging time
45 min
★ Better than 95% of models
Market range: <55 min – >180 min
This drone charges in 45 min, faster than 95% of drones and equal to 1.9% of drones.
Weight
192 g
Weight
192 g
▲ Better than 62% of models
Market range: <80 g – >920 g
This drone weighs 192 g, lighter than 61.9% of drones and equal to 1% 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

HOVERAir X1 PROMAX vs the average drone

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  • Supports obstacle detection
    Obstacle detection
    yes
    ▲ Better than 70% of models
    This drone supports obstacle detection, while the average drone does not.
    Value reflects rear-focused or partial obstacle sensing rather than omnidirectional coverage.
  • 100 Mbps higher video bitrate
    Max movie bitrate
    200 Mbps
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    Market range: <40 Mbps – >180 Mbps
    This drone supports a higher maximum video bitrate than the average drone (200 Mbps vs 100 Mbps). The average drone supports a maximum video bitrate of 100 Mbps.
    200 Mbps vs 100 Mbps
  • More color profile options
    Color profiles
    Normal, H-Log, HLG, Pro, Soft, Texture
    ★ Better than 91% of models
    This drone supports Normal, H-Log, HLG, Pro, Soft, Texture color profiles, while the average drone supports Normal.
    Normal, H-Log, HLG, Pro, Soft, Texture vs Normal
  • Larger sensor size
    Sensor size
    1/1.3"
    ▲ Better than 68% of models
    This drone has a larger sensor than the average drone (1/1.3" vs 1/2.3"). The average drone uses a sensor of 1/2.3".
    1/1.3" vs 1/2.3"
  • More video codec options
    Video codecs supported
    H.264/AVC, H.265/HEVC
    ▲ Better than 70% of models
    This drone supports H.264/AVC, H.265/HEVC video codecs, while the average drone supports H.264/AVC.
    H.264/AVC, H.265/HEVC vs H.264/AVC
  • 45 min shorter charging time
    Charging time
    45 min
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    Market range: <55 min – >180 min
    This drone charges faster than the average drone (45 min vs 90 min). The average drone charges in 90 min.
    45 min vs 90 min
  • 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
  • Captures RAW photos
    RAW photo capture
    yes
    ▲ Better than 67% of models
    This drone can capture RAW photos, while the average drone cannot.
  • 2,000 m higher service ceiling
    Max service ceiling (ASL)
    5,500 m
    ▲ Better than 79% of models
    Market range: <120 m – >6k m
    This drone can fly at a higher max service ceiling than the average drone (5500 m vs 3500 m). The average drone reaches 3500 m.
    5,500 m vs 3,500 m
  • 1.6 m/s faster flight speed
    Max flight speed
    16.6 m/s
    ▲ Better than 66% of models
    Market range: <4 m/s – >21 m/s
    This drone reaches a higher max flight speed than the average drone (16.6 m/s vs 15 m/s). The average drone reaches 15 m/s.
    16.6 m/s vs 15 m/s
  • 100 Mbps higher video bitrate
    Max movie bitrate
    200 Mbps
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    Market range: <40 Mbps – >180 Mbps
    This drone supports a higher maximum video bitrate than the average drone (200 Mbps vs 100 Mbps). The average drone supports a maximum video bitrate of 100 Mbps.
    200 Mbps vs 100 Mbps
  • More color profile options
    Color profiles
    Normal, H-Log, HLG, Pro, Soft, Texture
    ★ Better than 91% of models
    This drone supports Normal, H-Log, HLG, Pro, Soft, Texture color profiles, while the average drone supports Normal.
    Normal, H-Log, HLG, Pro, Soft, Texture vs Normal
  • Larger sensor size
    Sensor size
    1/1.3"
    ▲ Better than 68% of models
    This drone has a larger sensor than the average drone (1/1.3" vs 1/2.3"). The average drone uses a sensor of 1/2.3".
    1/1.3" vs 1/2.3"
  • More video codec options
    Video codecs supported
    H.264/AVC, H.265/HEVC
    ▲ Better than 70% of models
    This drone supports H.264/AVC, H.265/HEVC video codecs, while the average drone supports H.264/AVC.
    H.264/AVC, H.265/HEVC vs H.264/AVC
  • Captures RAW photos
    RAW photo capture
    yes
    ▲ Better than 67% of models
    This drone can capture RAW photos, while the average drone cannot.
  • 64 GB more internal storage
    Internal storage
    64 GB
    ★ Better than 98% of models
    Market range: <0 GB – >8 GB
    This drone has more internal storage than the average drone (64 GB vs 0 GB). The average drone has 0 GB of internal storage.
    64 GB vs 0 GB
  • 2 more gimbal axes
    Gimbal axes
    2
    ▲ Better than 59% of models
    Market range: <0 – >3
    This drone has more gimbal axes than the average drone (2 vs 0). The average drone has 0 gimbal axes.
    2 vs 0
  • Supports slow-motion mode
    Slow-motion mode
    yes
    ▲ Better than 71% of models
    This drone supports slow-motion mode, while the average drone does not.
  • 36 MP more camera resolution
    Main camera megapixels
    48 MP
    ▲ 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
  • Higher video resolution
    Video resolution
    8K/30 fps
    ★ Better than 100% of models
    This drone offers higher video resolution than the average drone (8K/30 fps vs 4K/100 fps). The average drone offers a video resolution of 4K/100 fps.
    8K/30 fps vs 4K/100 fps
  • Supports HDR mode
    HDR mode
    yes
    ▲ Better than 72% of models
    This drone supports HDR mode, while the average drone does not.
  • More advanced stabilization
    Image stabilization type
    2-Axis Mechanical + EIS
    ▲ Better than 58% of models
    This drone uses 2-Axis Mechanical + EIS image stabilization, while the average drone uses EIS (Digital).
    2-Axis Mechanical + EIS vs EIS (Digital)
  • 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.
    No shutter-speed control.
    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.
  • Higher photo resolution
    Photo resolution
    8000 x 6000 px
    ▲ 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
    ▲ Better than 54% of models
    This drone supports panorama mode, while the average drone does not.
  • 872 GB higher memory card limit
    Max external memory supported
    1,000 GB
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    Market range: <0 GB – >512 GB
    This drone supports more external storage than the average drone (1000 GB vs 128 GB). The average drone supports up to 128 GB of external storage.
    1,000 GB vs 128 GB
  • 6,400 ISO higher max ISO
    Max ISO
    12,800 ISO
    ▲ Better than 53% of models
    Market range: <3.2k ISO – >25.6k ISO
    This drone reaches a higher max ISO than the average drone (12800 ISO vs 6400 ISO). The average drone reaches 6400 ISO.
    12,800 ISO vs 6,400 ISO
  • Supports obstacle detection
    Obstacle detection
    yes
    ▲ Better than 70% of models
    This drone supports obstacle detection, while the average drone does not.
    Value reflects rear-focused or partial obstacle sensing rather than omnidirectional coverage.
  • Supports QuickShots
    QuickShots
    yes
    ▲ Better than 68% of models
    This drone supports QuickShots, while the average drone does not.
  • 6 more flight modes
    N. of intelligent flight modes
    10
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    Market range: <0 – >8
    This drone offers more intelligent flight modes than the average drone (10 vs 4). The average drone offers 4 intelligent flight modes.
    Follow Me, POI, QuickShots, Hover, Dolly Track, Side Track, Indoor Follow, Ski Mode, Cycling Mode, CoPilot Mode
    10 vs 4
  • Includes propeller guards
    Propeller guards
    yes
    ▲ Better than 67% of models
    This drone has propeller guards, while the average drone does not. 33.3% of drones offer them.
  • Remote ID
    Remote ID
    yes
    ▲ Better than 74% of models
    This drone supports Remote ID, while the average drone does not.
    Available via firmware update.
  • 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
  • 0.4 m tighter hover accuracy
    Hover accuracy (horizontal)
    0.1 m
    Category Benchmark
    Market range: <0.3 m – >1.4 m
    This drone has better vertical hover accuracy than the average drone (0.1 m vs 0.5 m). The average drone has vertical hover accuracy of 0.5 m.
    0.1 m vs 0.5 m
  • Supports smartphone control
    Smartphone control
    yes
    ▲ Better than 50% of models
    This drone supports smartphone control, while the average drone does not.
  • 45 min shorter charging time
    Charging time
    45 min
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    Market range: <55 min – >180 min
    This drone charges faster than the average drone (45 min vs 90 min). The average drone charges in 90 min.
    45 min vs 90 min
  • 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
  • 23.5 mm lower body height
    Height
    39 mm
    ▲ Better than 89% of models
    Market range: <38 mm – >120 mm
    This drone is shorter than the average drone (39 mm vs 62.5 mm). The average drone is 62.5 mm tall.
    39 mm vs 62.5 mm
  • 92 mm narrower width
    Width
    149 mm
    ▲ Better than 82% of models
    Market range: <114 mm – >387.5 mm
    This drone is narrower than the average drone (149 mm vs 241 mm). The average drone width is 241 mm.
    149 mm vs 241 mm
  • 102 mm shorter body length
    Length
    173 mm
    ▲ Better than 80% of models
    Market range: <117 mm – >385 mm
    This drone is shorter than the average drone (173 mm vs 275 mm). The average drone is 275 mm long.
    173 mm vs 275 mm
  • 22% lower weight
    Weight
    192 g
    ▲ Better than 62% of models
    Market range: <80 g – >920 g
    This drone is lighter than the average drone (192 g vs 246 g). The average drone weighs 246 g.
    192 g vs 246 g
  • More basic transmission system
    Video transmission system
    Wi-Fi
    ▼ 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 GPS
    GPS
    no
    ▼ Worse than 65% of models
    This drone does not have GPS, while the average drone does.
  • Lower live view quality
    Live view quality
    720p@30 fps
    ▼ 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
  • No compass
    Compass
    no
    ▼ Worse than 69% of models
    This drone does not have a compass, while the average drone does.
  • Narrower aperture
    Max ISO
    f/2.55 ISO
    ▲ Better than 53% of models
    This drone has a narrower aperture than the average drone (f/2.55 vs f/2). The average drone uses an aperture of f/2.
    f/2.55 vs f/2
  • 4 min shorter flight time
    Max flight time
    16 min
    ▼ Worse than 62% of models
    Market range: <8 min – >40 min
    This drone offers shorter max flight time than the average drone (16 min vs 20 min). The average drone offers 20 min of max flight time.
    16 min vs 20 min
  • 3.35x more expensive
    HOVERAir X1 PROMAX is more expensive than the average drone (£670 vs £200).
    £670 vs £200
  • No headless mode
    Headless mode
    no
    ▼ Worse than 55% of models
    This drone does not support headless mode, while the average drone does.
  • 3.35x more expensive
    HOVERAir X1 PROMAX is more expensive than the average drone (£670 vs £200).
    £670 vs £200
  • 4 min shorter flight time
    Max flight time
    16 min
    ▼ Worse than 62% of models
    Market range: <8 min – >40 min
    This drone offers shorter max flight time than the average drone (16 min vs 20 min). The average drone offers 20 min of max flight time.
    16 min vs 20 min
  • Narrower aperture
    Max ISO
    f/2.55 ISO
    ▲ Better than 53% of models
    This drone has a narrower aperture than the average drone (f/2.55 vs f/2). The average drone uses an aperture of f/2.
    f/2.55 vs f/2
  • No GPS
    GPS
    no
    ▼ Worse than 65% of models
    This drone does not have GPS, while the average drone does.
  • No compass
    Compass
    no
    ▼ Worse than 69% of models
    This drone does not have a compass, while the average drone does.
  • 0.84 m/s slower tracking speed
    Max subject tracking speed
    11.66 m/s
    ▼ Worse than 70% of models
    Market range: <8 m/s – >20 m/s
    This drone can track subjects at a lower speed than the average drone (11.7 m/s vs 12.5 m/s). The average drone tracks subjects at 12.5 m/s.
    11.66 m/s vs 12.5 m/s
  • No headless mode
    Headless mode
    no
    ▼ Worse than 55% of models
    This drone does not support headless mode, while the average drone does.
  • No beginner mode
    Beginner mode
    no
    ▼ Worse than 56% of models
    This drone does not support beginner mode, while the average drone does.
  • 22.7% higher takeoff weight
    Max takeoff weight
    192.5 g
    ▼ Worse than 68% of models
    Market range: <80 g – >1.1k g
    This drone has a higher max takeoff weight than the average drone (192.5 g vs 249 g). The average drone has a max takeoff weight of 249 g.
    192.5 g vs 249 g
  • More basic transmission system
    Video transmission system
    Wi-Fi
    ▼ 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
  • Lower live view quality
    Live view quality
    720p@30 fps
    ▼ 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
  • 280 mAh less battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    1920 mAh
    ▼ Worse than 54% of models
    Market range: <550 mAh – >5k mAh
    This drone has a smaller battery capacity than the average drone (1920 mAh vs 2200 mAh). The average drone battery has a capacity of 2200 mAh.
    1,920 mAh vs 2,200 mAh
  • 3.02 Wh less battery energy
    Battery energy
    14.16 Wh
    ▼ Worse than 56% of models
    Market range: <3.7 Wh – >77 Wh
    This drone has lower battery energy than the average drone (14.2 Wh vs 17.18 Wh). The average drone battery has 17.18 Wh of energy.
    14.16 Wh vs 17.18 Wh

Video reviews

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

9.0
Jo's Talking
≈ estimated
02/03/2026
Hands-on review · follow mode and footage tests
Verdict
HOVERAir X1 PROMAX has an excellent follow mode and even color that suit solo establishing shots, but its range is only about half a mile.
9.0
We're the Roberts
≈ estimated
19/02/2026
Hands-on demo · beacon kit and cycling follow test
Verdict
HOVERAir X1 PROMAX is fun to ride with and works well with the beacon, though the controls take some learning.
7.0
Dustin Dunnill
≈ estimated
15/02/2026
Full review · accessories, app and obstacle tests
Verdict
HOVERAir X1 PROMAX performs well in open spaces and is durable, but it crashes easily among clutter and trees.
9.0
Jake Sloan
≈ estimated
03/11/2025
Hands-on review · cold-weather flights and low-light tracking
Verdict
HOVERAir X1 PROMAX is surprisingly capable and simple to fly, but battery life is its main weakness.
9.0
Mads Tech
≈ estimated
19/10/2025
Hands-on review · flight, battery and image tests
Verdict
HOVERAir X1 PROMAX is the best folding selfie-style drone available, with strong 8K footage despite a choppy live feed and short battery.
9.5
Flying Filmmaker
≈ estimated
01/09/2025
Hands-on review · battery and range tests, travel use
Verdict
HOVERAir X1 PROMAX is a nearly ideal travel and vlogging drone, though battery life and control range are its limits.
9.0
Man Cave Moto
≈ estimated
23/08/2025
Long-term test · six months of follow-mode and wind tests
Verdict
HOVERAir X1 PROMAX could well make the DJI Mini 3 Pro redundant, thanks to solid modes, excellent footage and a tough build.
9.0
BIKEPACKING.com
≈ estimated
19/08/2025
Long-term review · four months of bikepacking and day rides
Verdict
HOVERAir X1 PROMAX has the best image quality in such a small package and is worth the price if visuals matter most to you.
9.5
Bike Hombre
≈ estimated
01/05/2025
Full review · app, flight modes and value
Verdict
HOVERAir X1 PROMAX is easy to use and compact with great footage, and it is worth the money, especially in the basic combo.
9.0
RobHK
≈ estimated
03/04/2025
Long-term review · two months of travel and everyday flying
Verdict
HOVERAir X1 PROMAX was a great experience over two months, with strong tracking and image quality, though battery life could be longer.

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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

7.0
wired.com
✓ explicit
21/03/2025
Expert review · Social creators
Verdict
HoverAir X1 ProMAX is a palm-launched camera drone for social creators who value convenience over long-range flying, though flights last only 11–16 minutes.
9.0
bikepacking.com
≈ estimated
21/08/2025
Expert review · Solo cycling
Verdict
HOVERAir X1 PROMAX is a palm-launched cycling camera with smooth footage and modes that need no controller, but it struggles on tight, technical singletrack.
9.0
outsideonline.com
≈ estimated
01/01/2026
Review · Hands-free follow camera
Verdict
HOVERAir X1 PROMAX is a hands-free follow camera for solo riders with well-stabilized footage, but it struggles on wooded trails.
7.0
freehub.com
≈ estimated
01/02/2026
Accessory review · Mountain biking
Verdict
HOVERAir X1 PROMAX does well on simple ground like a pumptrack, but it loses riders at speed, behind trees and off drops.
bikemag.com
27/02/2026
Not graded yet
10
palmsolo.substack.com
✓ explicit
31/01/2026
Review · Content creator camera
Verdict
HOVERAir X1 PROMAX is a big step up from the original X1, shooting 8K and vertical video with ShadowTrack, but battery life and high-speed tracking limit it.
9.5
futurezone.at
≈ estimated
05/06/2025
Expert review · Solo sports filming
Verdict
HOVERAir X1 PROMAX is a pocket-sized follow drone for solo action sports that handles cold and wind, but it flies only 12–16 minutes and lacks forward sensors.
9.0
ratgeber.pcgameshardware.de
≈ estimated
23/05/2025
Expert review · Autonomous follow drone
Verdict
HOVERAir X1 PROMAX is a light follow drone that needs no screen, with good HDR and fast tracking, but short flights and limited Wi-Fi range hold it back.
9.0
xc-run.de
≈ estimated
12/12/2025
Field test · Skiing
Verdict
HOVERAir X1 PROMAX is a small ski follow drone with cold-weather batteries, but the cold cuts battery life and its sensors mostly cover the rear and underside.
9.0
videoaktiv.tv
✓ explicit
01/05/2025
Detailed review · Action sports
Verdict
HOVERAir X1 PROMAX is a palm-launched 8K follow drone that tracks well over water and snow, but short flights and a 50 m remote range limit it.
6.8
chip.de
✓ explicit
10/07/2025
Independent tests · Selfie drone
Verdict
The HoverAir X1 PROMAX is a palm-launch selfie drone with effective automatic tracking and high-quality 8K video, but short flights and no forward obstacle sensing hold it back.
7.2
computerbild.de
✓ explicit
02/08/2025
Expert review · Pocket selfie drone
Verdict
The HoverAir X1 PROMAX is a portable, easy-to-fly selfie drone with excellent 8K video, but its 16-minute battery and limited collision detection hold it back.
9.0
le-velo-urbain.com
≈ estimated
28/11/2025
Bundle review · Cycling drone
Verdict
The HoverAir X1 PROMAX Cycling Bundle is a 192g hands-free camera drone for cyclists, with 8K footage and ND filters, though better monitoring depends on the Beacon.
8.0
drone-technologie.fr
≈ estimated
01/09/2025
Expert analysis · Selfie drone
Verdict
The HoverAir X1 PROMAX is an easy palm-launch 8K selfie drone, but 12- to 16-minute flights and limited obstacle avoidance hold it back.
8.0
smartworld.it
≈ estimated
17/11/2025
Review · Solo filming drone
Verdict
HOVERAir X1 PROMAX is a 192.5 g palm-launched follow camera that tracks reliably over water and snow, but its 12–16 minute battery life is short.
9.0
dday.it
≈ estimated
04/01/2025
Review · Autonomous action tracking
Verdict
HOVERAir X1 PROMAX is a compact, impact-resistant camera drone that tracks well over snow and water, but it flies 11–12 minutes and isn't built for flying by hand.
8.0
enontheroad.com
≈ estimated
29/09/2024
Expert review · Selfie drone
Verdict
The HoverAir X1 PROMAX is a light palm-launch selfie drone with 8K video and fast tracking, but 11- to 13-minute flights and partial obstacle sensing limit it.
9.0
pianetamountainbike.it
≈ estimated
04/08/2025
Expert review · Cycling selfie drone
Verdict
The HoverAir X1 PROMAX is a foldable palm-launch 8K drone built for solo mountain bikers filming themselves, but 16-minute flights and no built-in GPS hold it back.
8.0
fiets.nl
≈ estimated
04/09/2025
Cycling test · Pocket drone
Verdict
The HoverAir X1 PROMAX is a pocket drone that launches from your hand and films bike rides without fuss, but short flights and trouble in wind hold it back.

Third-party reviews

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What we like about HOVERAir X1 PROMAX

  • Extreme portability; lightweight (192g) and folds into a pocketable size
  • True 8K video resolution and impressive 4K slow-motion up to 120fps
  • Intuitive 'palm takeoff' and landing requires no piloting skills
  • Advanced AI-powered autonomous tracking modes (Orbit, Follow, Dolly, etc.)
  • OmniTerrain system allows stable flight over water, snow, and in low light
  • Rugged, flexible frame material that is highly crash-resistant
  • Enclosed propellers make it safe for indoor use and close-range filming

What we don't like about HOVERAir X1 PROMAX

  • Short flight time; typically 12–16 minutes per battery
  • Limited transmission range, often dropping below the claimed 1km in real-world use
  • High price point compared to similar mini drones
  • Lacks forward-facing obstacle avoidance sensors (only rear and downward)
  • Manual control via the smartphone app can feel jerky or less responsive
  • 8K footage can appear overly processed due to pixel binning
  • Beacon/controller accessories add significant cost and complexity

Verdict

The HOVERAir X1 PROMAX is a compact, 192.5g foldable drone designed for autonomous action filming, featuring a 1/1.3-inch CMOS sensor that captures 8K video at 30fps and 4K slow-motion at 120fps. Key characteristics include its hands-free palm takeoff, a 107° ultra-wide field of view, and a maximum follow speed of 42 km/h (26 mph) with bursts up to 60 km/h (37 mph). Main pros include its high-resolution imagery, portability for activities like skiing and cycling, level 5 wind resistance, and advanced AI-based tracking with 'OmniTerrain' support for surfaces like snow or water. Notable cons are its relatively short 16-minute maximum flight time, lack of built-in GPS, limited 500m transmission range (extendable to 1km with an optional beacon), and the absence of full 360-degree obstacle avoidance, as it only features rear-facing collision detection.

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