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HYTOBP S165 MAX Review | 97 Data compared

Avg. price:~£60Max flight time:14 minVideo resolution:1080pMax transmission distance:0.15 km

HYTOBP S165 MAX Review: Compare 97 technical specifications and 3 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Drones category and whether it is worth buying.

5.9

Overall score

Score
5.9/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
Score components

85%

5.8

Technical score

15%

6.5

Review score ( 0 · 3)

Review score 15% · 6.5 · based on 3 videos
3 videos count as 1 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–¼Worse than 65% of drones
5.8

Technical score

Technical score
5.8/ 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–¼ Worse than 57% of models
Score components

26%

5.6

Flight

24%

5.8

Camera

20%

5.8

Safety

16%

5.8

Connectivity

14%

6.0

Battery & Design

â–¼Worse than 57% of drones
6.5

Review score

Review score
6.5/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Grades by review (3)
3 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.
Video reviews 3

12.5%

3.0

rodrigoone3

6.3%

8.0

AlToneRC-RTR

6.3%

6.0

Daily Surprise Box

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
â–¼Worse than 99% of drones
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Technical Specifications of drone HYTOBP S165 MAX

Technical score
Technical score
5.8/ 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–¼ Worse than 57% of models
Score components:

26%

5.6

Flight

24%

5.8

Camera

20%

5.8

Safety

16%

5.8

Connectivity

14%

6.0

Battery & Design

5.8
Review score
Review score
6.5/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Grades by review (3)
3 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.
Video reviews 3

12.5%

3.0

rodrigoone3

6.3%

8.0

AlToneRC-RTR

6.3%

6.0

Daily Surprise Box

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
6.5
Popularity
Popularity
3.9/ 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 68% of models
Popularity:
HYTOBP S165 MAX has a popularity score of 3.9 points, which is lower than that of 66.8% of products in this category.
3.9
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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
Score components:

60%

5.9

Overall score

40%

10

Price

7.1
Max flight time
14 min
Max flight time
14 min
â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
Market range: <8 min – >40 min
This drone has a max flight time of 14 min, shorter than 72.5% of drones and equal to 2% of drones.
Max flight distance
2 km
Max flight distance
2 km
â–² Better than 52% of models
Market range: <0.05 km – >24 km
This drone has a max flight distance of 2 km, farther than 51.9% of drones and equal to 3.3% of drones.
Limited by the controller range.
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.
Derived from the drone's Level 5 wind-resistance rating.
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)
no
Return to Home (RTH)
no
â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
This drone does not support Return-to-Home (RTH). 67.5% of drones support Return-to-Home (RTH).
GPS
no
GPS
no
â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
This drone does not support GPS. 65.2% of drones support GPS.
GNSS systems supported
none
GNSS systems supported
none
â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
This drone supports none GNSS systems, which are less comprehensive than those of 65.8% and the same as those of 34.2%.
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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What reviewers say
Max transmission distance
0.15 km
Max transmission distance
0.15 km
â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
Market range: <0.05 km – >15 km
This drone has a max transmission distance of 0.15 km, shorter-range than 70.9% of drones.
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@25 fps
Live view quality
1080p@25 fps
â–² Better than 50% of models
This drone offers live view quality of 1080p@25 fps, higher-quality than 50% of drones and equal to 10.4% 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
1,200 mAh
Battery capacity
1,200 mAh
â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
Market range: <550 mAh – >5k mAh
This drone has a battery capacity of 1,200 mAh, smaller than 72% of drones and equal to 4.2% of drones.
Battery energy
7.4 Wh
Battery energy
7.4 Wh
â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
Market range: <3.7 Wh – >77 Wh
This drone has battery energy of 7.4 Wh, lower than 69.4% of drones and equal to 1.8% of drones.
Charging time
180 min
Charging time
180 min
â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
Market range: <55 min – >180 min
This drone charges in 180 min, slower than 84.4% of drones and equal to 6.9% of drones.
Published charge-time range: 120-180 min
Weight
123 g
Weight
123 g
â–² Better than 82% of models
Market range: <80 g – >920 g
This drone weighs 123 g, lighter than 82% 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 S165 MAX 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.
  • Supports TapFly
    TapFly
    yes
    â–² Better than 62% of models
    This drone supports TapFly, while the average drone does not.
  • 50% lower weight
    Weight
    123 g
    â–² Better than 82% of models
    Market range: <80 g – >920 g
    This drone is lighter than the average drone (123 g vs 246 g). The average drone weighs 246 g.
    123 g vs 246 g
  • 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 °
  • 3.33x cheaper
    HYTOBP S165 MAX is cheaper than the average drone (£60 vs £200).
    £60 vs £200
  • 3.33x cheaper
    HYTOBP S165 MAX is cheaper than the average drone (£60 vs £200).
    £60 vs £200
  • 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 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.
  • 50% lower weight
    Weight
    123 g
    â–² Better than 82% of models
    Market range: <80 g – >920 g
    This drone is lighter than the average drone (123 g vs 246 g). The average drone weighs 246 g.
    123 g vs 246 g
  • 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
    none
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    This drone supports none GNSS systems, while the average drone supports GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou.
    none 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
  • No return-to-home (RTH)
    Return to Home (RTH)
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    This drone does not support return-to-home (RTH), while the average drone does.
  • No GPS
    GPS
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
    This drone does not have GPS, while the average drone does.
  • No POI mode
    POI mode
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    This drone does not support POI mode, while the average drone does.
  • 90 min longer charging time
    Charging time
    180 min
    â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
    Market range: <55 min – >180 min
    This drone charges more slowly than the average drone (180 min vs 90 min). The average drone charges in 90 min.
    Published charge-time range: 120-180 min
    180 min vs 90 min
  • 6 min shorter flight time
    Max flight time
    14 min
    â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
    Market range: <8 min – >40 min
    This drone offers shorter max flight time than the average drone (14 min vs 20 min). The average drone offers 20 min of max flight time.
    14 min vs 20 min
  • 64.6% less popular
    HYTOBP S165 MAX is less popular than the average drone (3.93 vs 6.5).
    3.93 vs 6.47
  • 6 min shorter flight time
    Max flight time
    14 min
    â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
    Market range: <8 min – >40 min
    This drone offers shorter max flight time than the average drone (14 min vs 20 min). The average drone offers 20 min of max flight time.
    14 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)
  • Lower photo resolution
    Photo resolution
    1920 x 1080 px
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    This drone offers lower photo resolution than the average drone (1920x1080 px vs 4096x3072 px). The average drone offers a photo resolution of 4096x3072 px.
    1920x1080 px vs 4096x3072 px
  • 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 °
  • 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.
  • Fewer GNSS systems
    GNSS systems supported
    none
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    This drone supports none GNSS systems, while the average drone supports GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou.
    none vs GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou
  • No return-to-home (RTH)
    Return to Home (RTH)
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    This drone does not support return-to-home (RTH), while the average drone does.
  • No GPS
    GPS
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
    This drone does not have GPS, while the average drone does.
  • No POI mode
    POI mode
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    This drone does not support POI mode, while the average drone does.
  • No compass
    Compass
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
    This drone does not have a compass, while the average drone does.
  • 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, Waypoint Flight, 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
    VS GPS PRO
    â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
    This drone uses the VS GPS PRO companion app, while the average drone uses HS FPV.
    VS GPS PRO vs HS FPV
  • 0.85 km shorter transmission range
    Max transmission distance
    0.15 km
    â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
    Market range: <0.05 km – >15 km
    This drone has a shorter max transmission distance than the average drone (0.2 km vs 1 km). The average drone reaches 1 km of transmission distance.
    0.15 km vs 1 km
  • 90 min longer charging time
    Charging time
    180 min
    â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
    Market range: <55 min – >180 min
    This drone charges more slowly than the average drone (180 min vs 90 min). The average drone charges in 90 min.
    Published charge-time range: 120-180 min
    180 min vs 90 min
  • 1,000 mAh less battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    1,200 mAh
    â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
    Market range: <550 mAh – >5k mAh
    This drone has a smaller battery capacity than the average drone (1200 mAh vs 2200 mAh). The average drone battery has a capacity of 2200 mAh.
    1,200 mAh vs 2,200 mAh
  • 9.78 Wh less battery energy
    Battery energy
    7.4 Wh
    â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
    Market range: <3.7 Wh – >77 Wh
    This drone has lower battery energy than the average drone (7.4 Wh vs 17.18 Wh). The average drone battery has 17.18 Wh of energy.
    7.4 Wh vs 17.18 Wh

Video reviews

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

3.0
rodrigoone3
≈ estimated
01/12/2024
Hands-on test · flight control, wind and lost-drone problems
Verdict
HYTOBP S165 MAX was pushed off course by wind, its return-to-home failed and it was lost, so it is not recommended.
6.0
Daily Surprise Box
≈ estimated
14/07/2025
Unboxing and first impressions · no flight in this video
Verdict
HYTOBP S165 MAX is affordable but not the best drone and not suited to photography, though it may suit beginners.
8.0
AlToneRC-RTR
≈ estimated
15/02/2025
Short review · unboxing and first flight impressions
Verdict
HYTOBP S165 MAX is a good option for learning to fly, with decent flight time and a durable build.
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What reviewers agree on

Based on 0 · 3

Reviewers agree it's simple and easy to use, with no notable complaints so far.
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Third-party reviews

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What we like about HYTOBP S165 MAX

  • Stable flight performance even in light wind conditions
  • Brushless motors provide quieter operation and longer lifespan compared to brushed models
  • Very lightweight (under 249g), which often bypasses registration requirements in many regions
  • Comes with multiple batteries, offering a combined flight time of approximately 40 minutes
  • Beginner-friendly features such as one-button takeoff, headless mode, and obstacle avoidance sensors

What we don't like about HYTOBP S165 MAX

  • Manuals are often described as very poor or difficult to understand
  • Video quality is basic and can be shaky as it lacks professional-grade stabilization
  • Obstacle avoidance system may only detect and sound an alarm rather than actively steering the drone away from objects
  • App connectivity issues and pairing difficulties are occasionally reported by users
  • Propeller guards do not provide full protection, making spare props a necessary purchase for beginners

Verdict

The HYTOBP S165 MAX is a lightweight, foldable beginner drone weighing under 249g, featuring upgraded brushless motors for improved stability and level 5 wind resistance. It is equipped with a 1080P HD camera featuring a 90° electrically adjustable lens and a 120° wide-angle view, supported by 5G WiFi for real-time image transmission. Main characteristics include 360° infrared intelligent obstacle avoidance, optical flow positioning for stable hovering, and a total flight time of approximately 38–42 minutes using three included modular batteries. Pros include its portability, user-friendly features like one-button takeoff and headless mode, and quiet operation; however, cons include a reported lack of an onboard Micro SD slot—requiring photos to be saved directly to a phone—and mixed reviews regarding the effectiveness of its obstacle detection and the quality of its instruction manuals.

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