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HYTOBP P17 Review | 97 Data compared

Avg. price:~£90Max flight time:15 minVideo resolution:1080pMax transmission distance:1 km

HYTOBP P17 Review: Compare 97 technical specifications and 1 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Drones category and whether it is worth buying.

6.4

Overall score

Score
6.4/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 54% of models
Score components

85%

6.3

Technical score

15%

7.0

Review score ( 0 · 1)

Review score 15% · 7.0 · based on 1 video
1 video counts as 0.5 of the 4 needed; the rest counts as 7/10. Every model in this category gets the same split: reviews 15%, technical score 85%. A video or a short review counts less than a full test.
â–²Better than 54% of drones
6.3

Technical score

Technical score
6.3/ 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 57% of models
Score components

26%

5.5

Flight

24%

6.0

Camera

20%

7.8

Safety

16%

5.8

Connectivity

14%

7.0

Battery & Design

â–²Better than 57% of drones
7.0

Review score

Review score
7.0/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 93% of models
Grades by review (1)
1 video review, counting half as much as a written test. Share in the overall score: 15%, the same for every model in this category.
Video reviews 1

12.5%

7.0

Pooley

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
â–¼Worse than 93% of drones
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Technical Specifications of drone HYTOBP P17

Technical score
Technical score
6.3/ 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 57% of models
Score components:

26%

5.5

Flight

24%

6.0

Camera

20%

7.8

Safety

16%

5.8

Connectivity

14%

7.0

Battery & Design

6.3
Review score
Review score
7.0/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves.
Weighting: Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Share: Reviews are 15% of the overall score for every model in this category; each of the 4 needed reviews that is missing counts as 7/10.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 93% of models
Grades by review (1)
1 video review, counting half as much as a written test. Share in the overall score: 15%, the same for every model in this category.
Video reviews 1

12.5%

7.0

Pooley

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
7.0
Popularity
Popularity
5.8/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the drone.
When it matters
When you prefer to choose a drone reviewed and selected by many other buyers.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 57% of models
Popularity:
HYTOBP P17 has a popularity score of 5.8 points, which is lower than that of 55.9% of products in this category.
5.8
Value for money
Value for money
7.5/ 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 74% of models
Score components:

60%

6.4

Overall score

40%

10

Price

7.5
Max flight time
15 min
Max flight time
15 min
â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
Market range: <8 min – >40 min
This drone has a max flight time of 15 min, shorter than 64% of drones and equal to 8% of drones.
Max flight distance
1 km
Max flight distance
1 km
â–¼ 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.
Limited by the controller range.
Max flight speed
?
Max wind resistance
?
Max service ceiling (ASL)
?
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Video resolution
1080p
Video resolution
1080p
â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
This drone records video at 1080p, lower than 71.8% of drones and equal to 11.9% of drones.
4K camera
no
4K camera
no
â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
This drone does not support 4K video. 54.6% of drones support 4K video.
Sensor size
?
Main camera megapixels
?
Max movie bitrate
?
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Obstacle detection
yes
Obstacle detection
yes
â–² Better than 70% of models
This drone supports obstacle detection. 69.5% 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
forward/backward/upward/left/right
Obstacle sensing directions
forward/backward/upward/left/right
â–² Better than 70% of models
This drone senses obstacles in forward/backward/upward/left/right directions, which is more comprehensive than that of 69.9% and the same as that of 0.5%.
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Max transmission distance
1 km
Max transmission distance
1 km
â–² 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.
Image transmission is about 0.6 km.
Transmission latency
?
Video transmission system
Wi-Fi
Video transmission system
Wi-Fi
â–¼ Worse than 44% of models
This drone uses Wi-Fi for video transmission, which is more advanced than the system used by 8.2% and the same as that used by 47.7%.
Live view quality
1080p@? fps
Live view quality
1080p@? fps
â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
This drone offers live view quality of 1080p@? fps, lower-quality than 53.1% of drones and equal to 2.6% of drones.
Remote control
yes
Remote control
yes
â–² Better than 5% of models
This drone has a handheld remote controller. 5% of drones offer this.
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Battery capacity
2,500 mAh
Battery capacity
2,500 mAh
â–² Better than 63% of models
Market range: <550 mAh – >5k mAh
This drone has a battery capacity of 2,500 mAh, larger than 62.7% of drones and equal to 2.1% of drones.
Battery energy
9.25 Wh
Battery energy
9.25 Wh
â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
Market range: <3.7 Wh – >77 Wh
This drone has battery energy of 9.25 Wh, lower than 63.5% of drones.
Charging time
90 min
Charging time
90 min
â–² Better than 44% of models
Market range: <55 min – >180 min
This drone charges in 90 min, faster than 43.8% of drones and equal to 18.8% of drones.
Weight
240 g
Weight
240 g
â–² Better than 54% of models
Market range: <80 g – >920 g
This drone weighs 240 g, lighter than 53.6% of drones and equal to 0.5% 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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HYTOBP P17 vs the average drone

246810TotalFlightCameraSafetyConnectivityBattery & Design
  • Supports obstacle detection
    Obstacle detection
    yes
    â–² Better than 70% of models
    This drone supports obstacle detection, while the average drone does not.
  • More modern charging port
    Charging interface
    USB-C
    â–² 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
    â–² Better than 51% of models
    This drone supports waypoint flight, while the average drone does not.
  • Supports TapFly
    TapFly
    yes
    â–² Better than 62% of models
    This drone supports TapFly, while the average drone does not.
  • Supports smartphone control
    Smartphone control
    yes
    â–² Better than 50% of models
    This drone supports smartphone control, while the average drone does not.
  • 47 x higher digital zoom
    Digital zoom
    50 x
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    Market range: <0 x – >16 x
    This drone offers more digital zoom than the average drone (50 x vs 3 x). The average drone offers 3 x of digital zoom.
    50 x vs 3 x
  • 30 ° wider field of view
    Field of view
    120 °
    â–² Better than 70% of models
    Market range: <79 ° – >130 °
    This drone has a wider field of view than the average drone (120 ° vs 90 °). The average drone has a field of view of 90 °.
    120 ° vs 90 °
  • 300 mAh more battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    2,500 mAh
    â–² Better than 63% of models
    Market range: <550 mAh – >5k mAh
    This drone has a larger battery capacity than the average drone (2500 mAh vs 2200 mAh). The average drone battery has a capacity of 2200 mAh.
    2,500 mAh vs 2,200 mAh
  • 47 x higher digital zoom
    Digital zoom
    50 x
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    Market range: <0 x – >16 x
    This drone offers more digital zoom than the average drone (50 x vs 3 x). The average drone offers 3 x of digital zoom.
    50 x vs 3 x
  • 30 ° wider field of view
    Field of view
    120 °
    â–² Better than 70% of models
    Market range: <79 ° – >130 °
    This drone has a wider field of view than the average drone (120 ° vs 90 °). The average drone has a field of view of 90 °.
    120 ° vs 90 °
  • Supports obstacle detection
    Obstacle detection
    yes
    â–² Better than 70% of models
    This drone supports obstacle detection, 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 TapFly
    TapFly
    yes
    â–² Better than 62% of models
    This drone supports TapFly, while the average drone does not.
  • Supports smartphone control
    Smartphone control
    yes
    â–² Better than 50% of models
    This drone supports smartphone control, while the average drone does not.
  • More modern charging port
    Charging interface
    USB-C
    â–² Better than 61% of models
    This drone uses USB-C for charging, while the average drone uses micro-USB.
    USB-C vs micro-USB
  • 300 mAh more battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    2,500 mAh
    â–² Better than 63% of models
    Market range: <550 mAh – >5k mAh
    This drone has a larger battery capacity than the average drone (2500 mAh vs 2200 mAh). The average drone battery has a capacity of 2200 mAh.
    2,500 mAh vs 2,200 mAh
  • Lower video resolution
    Video resolution
    1080p
    â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
    This drone offers lower video resolution than the average drone (1080p vs 4K/100 fps). The average drone offers a video resolution of 4K/100 fps.
    1080p vs 4K/100 fps
  • 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
    Wi-Fi
    â–¼ Worse than 44% of models
    This drone uses Wi-Fi for video transmission, while the average drone uses SkyLink 2.0.
    Wi-Fi vs SkyLink 2.0
  • Fewer 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)
  • 5 min shorter flight time
    Max flight time
    15 min
    â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
    Market range: <8 min – >40 min
    This drone offers shorter max flight time than the average drone (15 min vs 20 min). The average drone offers 20 min of max flight time.
    15 min vs 20 min
  • More basic stabilization
    Image stabilization type
    None (Fixed)
    â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
    This drone uses None (Fixed) image stabilization, while the average drone uses EIS (Digital).
    None (Fixed) vs EIS (Digital)
  • Fewer frequency bands
    Operating frequency bands
    2.4 GHz, 5 GHz
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    This drone supports 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz operating frequency bands, while the average drone supports 2.4 GHz, 5.8 GHz.
    2.4 GHz, 5 GHz vs 2.4 GHz, 5.8 GHz
  • No memory card slot
    Memory card slot
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
    This drone does not have a memory card slot, while the average drone does.
  • 5 min shorter flight time
    Max flight time
    15 min
    â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
    Market range: <8 min – >40 min
    This drone offers shorter max flight time than the average drone (15 min vs 20 min). The average drone offers 20 min of max flight time.
    15 min vs 20 min
  • Lower video resolution
    Video resolution
    1080p
    â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
    This drone offers lower video resolution than the average drone (1080p vs 4K/100 fps). The average drone offers a video resolution of 4K/100 fps.
    1080p 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)
  • More basic stabilization
    Image stabilization type
    None (Fixed)
    â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
    This drone uses None (Fixed) image stabilization, while the average drone uses EIS (Digital).
    None (Fixed) vs EIS (Digital)
  • No memory card slot
    Memory card slot
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
    This drone does not have a memory card slot, while the average drone does.
  • 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 °
  • Lower photo resolution
    Photo resolution
    3840 x 2160 px
    â–¼ 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
  • No 4K video
    4K camera
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
    This drone does not support 4K video, while the average drone does.
  • 128 GB lower memory card limit
    Max external memory supported
    0 GB
    â–¼ Worse than 76% of models
    Market range: <0 GB – >512 GB
    This drone supports less external storage than the average drone (0 GB vs 128 GB). The average drone supports up to 128 GB of external storage.
    0 GB vs 128 GB
  • 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
  • 1.32 m/s slower tracking speed
    Max subject tracking speed
    11.18 m/s
    â–¼ Worse than 77% of models
    Market range: <8 m/s – >20 m/s
    This drone can track subjects at a lower speed than the average drone (11.2 m/s vs 12.5 m/s). The average drone tracks subjects at 12.5 m/s.
    11.18 m/s vs 12.5 m/s
  • No beginner mode
    Beginner mode
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 56% of models
    This drone does not support beginner mode, while the average drone does.
  • 1 fewer flight modes
    N. of intelligent flight modes
    3
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    Market range: <0 – >8
    This drone offers fewer intelligent flight modes than the average drone (3 vs 4). The average drone offers 4 intelligent flight modes.
    Follow Me, POI, TapFly
    3 vs 4
  • More basic transmission system
    Video transmission system
    Wi-Fi
    â–¼ Worse than 44% of models
    This drone uses Wi-Fi for video transmission, while the average drone uses SkyLink 2.0.
    Wi-Fi vs SkyLink 2.0
  • Fewer frequency bands
    Operating frequency bands
    2.4 GHz, 5 GHz
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    This drone supports 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz operating frequency bands, while the average drone supports 2.4 GHz, 5.8 GHz.
    2.4 GHz, 5 GHz vs 2.4 GHz, 5.8 GHz
  • Basic companion app
    Companion app
    Depal
    â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
    This drone uses the Depal companion app, while the average drone uses HS FPV.
    Depal vs HS FPV
  • Lower live view quality
    Live view quality
    1080p@? fps
    â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
    This drone has worse live view quality than the average drone (1080p@? fps vs 1080p@25 fps). The average drone offers live view quality of 1080p@25 fps.
    1080p@? fps vs 1080p@25 fps
  • 37.5 mm taller body height
    Height
    100 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
    Market range: <38 mm – >120 mm
    This drone is taller than the average drone (100 mm vs 62.5 mm). The average drone is 62.5 mm tall.
    100 mm vs 62.5 mm
  • 7.93 Wh less battery energy
    Battery energy
    9.25 Wh
    â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
    Market range: <3.7 Wh – >77 Wh
    This drone has lower battery energy than the average drone (9.3 Wh vs 17.18 Wh). The average drone battery has 17.18 Wh of energy.
    9.25 Wh vs 17.18 Wh

Video reviews

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

7.0
Pooley
≈ estimated
31/03/2025
Hands-on flight test · GPS, camera and landing
Verdict
HYTOBP P17 is solid for its low price, but the camera, landing and obstacle avoidance are weak.
Hands-on video, no verdict

Third-party reviews

Read buyer reviews on Amazon →

What we like about HYTOBP P17

  • Affordable price point makes it an accessible option for beginners and practice
  • Comes as a complete package with multiple batteries (often three) and spare parts
  • Equipped with brushless motors which are quieter and more durable than brushed alternatives
  • Includes helpful beginner features like GPS positioning, auto-return, and one-key takeoff/landing
  • Lightweight design (under 249g) generally avoids the need for formal registration in many regions
  • Includes a portable carrying case and a remote controller with an LCD telemetry display

What we don't like about HYTOBP P17

  • Video quality is frequently cited as disappointing, falling well short of advertised 4K claims and appearing more like 1080p or lower
  • Lack of a physical gimbal leads to shaky, unstabilized footage unless edited with software
  • Flight time per battery is often overstated; actual real-world duration is reported to be much lower than the 20-25 minutes advertised
  • App connectivity issues have been reported, with some users unable to connect their specific smartphone models to the drone's Wi-Fi
  • Instruction manuals are sometimes missing English translations or are not very detailed
  • Build quality feels flimsy to some users due to its lightweight plastic construction

Verdict

The HYTOBP P17 is a sub-249g, foldable GPS drone featuring a 4K UHD triple-camera system with a 90° adjustable lens, powered by brushless motors with level 5 wind resistance and infrared obstacle avoidance. It boasts a total flight time of 45–60 minutes using three 2500mAh batteries and offers smart features like 5G FPV, Follow Me, and Auto-Return. Key pros include high portability, stable flight, and an extensive accessory package, though it faces cons regarding slightly flimsy build quality, entry-level 4K video, and sometimes unreliable GPS return-to-home.

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