Snaptain SP500 Review | 95 Data compared

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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£130
  • Avg. price in US: ~$160
  • Max flight time: 15 min
  • Video resolution: 1080p/25 fps
  • Max transmission distance: 0.22 km

Snaptain SP500 review. Compare 95 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among drones and if it is worth buying.

5.1

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%

5.1

Technical Score

10.0%

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User score

Good
5.1

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%

3.6

Flight

24.0%

5.2

Camera

20.0%

6.6

Safety

16.0%

5.9

Connectivity

14.0%

4.6

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 Snaptain SP500

    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%

    ?

    Flight

    24.0%

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    Camera

    20.0%

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    Safety

    16.0%

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    Connectivity

    14.0%

    ?

    Battery & Design

    5.1
    Snaptain SP500 has a technical score of 5.09 points, which is lower than that of 83.1% 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
    Snaptain SP500 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%

    5.1

    Overall score

    40.0%

    9.8

    Price

    6.5
    Snaptain SP500 has a quality-to-price ratio of 6.5 points, which is lower than 65.6% 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

    Snaptain
    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

    15 min
    Snaptain SP500 has a max flight time of 15 min, shorter than 72% of drones and equal to 7.3%.
    Real-world flight time is often lower than the advertised maximum.
    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

    0.22 km
    Snaptain SP500 has a max flight distance of 0.22 km, shorter-range than 78.8% of drones and equal to 0%.
    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

    5.5 km/h
    Snaptain SP500 has a max flight speed of 5.5 km/h, slower than 88.6% of drones and equal to 0%.
    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

    5.5 m/s
    Snaptain SP500 has max wind resistance of 5.5 m/s, lower than 88.3% of drones and equal to 2.7%.
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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+

    1,080p/25 fps
    Snaptain SP500 records video at 1080p/25 fps, lower than 75.8% of drones and equal to 2.7%.
    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

    no
    Snaptain SP500 lacks 4K video support, while 65.2% of drones support it.
    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
    Snaptain SP500 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
    Snaptain SP500 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
    Snaptain SP500 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

    yes
    Snaptain SP500 has GPS, and 69% of drones offer GPS navigation.
    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
    Snaptain SP500 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 generic GPS is explicitly confirmed.
    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
    Snaptain SP500 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

    0.22 km
    Snaptain SP500 has a max transmission distance of 0.22 km, shorter-range than 74.5% of drones and equal to 0%.
    Value reflects maximum control/transmission range; FPV video range can be lower.
    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
    Snaptain SP500 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@25 fps
    Snaptain SP500 offers live view quality of 1080p@25 fps, higher-quality than 44.5% of drones and equal to 8.8%.
    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
    Snaptain SP500 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

    1,000 mAh
    Snaptain SP500 has a battery capacity of 1000 mAh, smaller than 85% of drones and equal to 3.9%.
    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

    7.4 Wh
    Snaptain SP500 has battery energy of 7.4 Wh, lower than 71.3% of drones and equal to 2%.
    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

    150 min
    Snaptain SP500 charges in 150 min, slower than 76.2% of drones and equal to 6.8%.
    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

    910 g
    Snaptain SP500 weighs 910 g, heavier than 87.3% 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
    Snaptain SP500 has a removable battery, and 99.4% of drones include one.
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    Snaptain SP500 vs the average drone

    • TapFly supported
      Snaptain SP500 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

      Snaptain SP500 supports TapFly, while the average drone does not.
    • 2 more intelligent flight mode/s
      Snaptain SP500 has a higher n. of intelligent flight modes than the average drone (6 vs 4). The average drone value is 4.
      Tracking, Follow Me, POI, Waypoint Flight, TapFly, Draw
      What it is: Number of confirmed intelligent flight modes on the drone, such as tracking, POI, waypoint flight, QuickShots, or Hyperlapse.
      When it matters: When you want easier automated shots or tracking.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Good value: Multiple modes

      Snaptain SP500 has a higher n. of intelligent flight modes than the average drone (6 vs 4). The average drone value is 4.6 vs 4
    • 3.65x lighter weight
      Snaptain SP500 has a lower max takeoff weight than the average drone (910 g vs 249 g). The average drone has a max takeoff weight of 249 g.
      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

      Snaptain SP500 has a lower max takeoff weight than the average drone (910 g vs 249 g). The average drone has a max takeoff weight of 249 g.910 g vs 249 g
    • 20 ° wider field of view
      Snaptain SP500 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

      Snaptain SP500 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 °
    • Supports headless mode
      Snaptain SP500 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

      Snaptain SP500 supports headless mode, while the average drone does not.
    • 20 ° wider field of view
      Snaptain SP500 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
      Snaptain SP500 supports TapFly, while the average drone does not.
    • 2 more intelligent flight mode/s
      Snaptain SP500 has a higher n. of intelligent flight modes than the average drone (6 vs 4). The average drone value is 4.
    • 3.65x lighter weight
      Snaptain SP500 has a lower max takeoff weight than the average drone (910 g vs 249 g). The average drone has a max takeoff weight of 249 g.
    • Supports headless mode
      Snaptain SP500 supports headless mode, while the average drone does not.
    • 5.2 m/s lower max wind resistance
      Snaptain SP500 handles weaker wind than the average drone (5.5 m/s vs 10.7 m/s). The average drone handles wind up to 10.7 m/s.
    • 10.5 km/h slower flight speed
      Snaptain SP500 reaches a lower max flight speed than the average drone (5.5 km/h vs 16 km/h). The average drone reaches 16 km/h.
    • 3,880 m lower max service ceiling
      Snaptain SP500 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.
    • 8 min shorter flight time
      Snaptain SP500 offers shorter max flight time than the average drone (15 min vs 23 min). The average drone offers 23 min of max flight time.
      Real-world flight time is often lower than the advertised maximum.
    • 1.78 km shorter flight distance
      Snaptain SP500 has a shorter max flight distance than the average drone (0.2 km vs 2 km). The average drone can fly up to 2 km.
    • Less advanced motor type
      Snaptain SP500 uses brushed motors, while the average drone uses brushless.
    • Lower video resolution
      Snaptain SP500 supports lower video resolution than the average drone (1,080p/25 fps vs 4K/100 fps). The average drone supports 4K/100 fps video resolution.
    • 1 axis lower gimbal axes
      Snaptain SP500 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
      Snaptain SP500 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.
    • No 4K video
      Snaptain SP500 does not support 4K video, while the average drone does.
    • Lower photo resolution
      Snaptain SP500 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
      Snaptain SP500 supports GPS GNSS systems, while the average drone supports GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou.
      Only generic GPS is explicitly confirmed.
    • Basic companion app
      Snaptain SP500 uses the Snaptain Nova companion app, while the average drone uses FreeFlight Pro.
    • 1.29 km shorter transmission distance
      Snaptain SP500 has a shorter max transmission distance than the average drone (0.2 km vs 1,507 km). The average drone reaches 1,507 km of transmission distance.
      Value reflects maximum control/transmission range; FPV video range can be lower.
    • 3.65x heavier weight
      Snaptain SP500 is heavier than the average drone (910 g vs 249 g). The average drone weighs 249 g.
    • 1,230 mAh lower battery capacity
      Snaptain SP500 has a smaller battery capacity than the average drone (1,000 mAh vs 2,230 mAh). The average drone battery has a capacity of 2,230 mAh.
    • 60 min longer charging time
      Snaptain SP500 charges more slowly than the average drone (150 min vs 90 min). The average drone charges in 90 min.
    • 9.92 Wh lower battery energy
      Snaptain SP500 has lower battery energy than the average drone (7.4 Wh vs 17.32 Wh). The average drone battery has 17.32 Wh of energy.
    • 81.5 mm larger width
      Snaptain SP500 is wider than the average drone (328 mm vs 246.5 mm). The average drone width is 246.5 mm.
    • 43 mm larger length
      Snaptain SP500 has a greater length than the average drone (328 mm vs 285 mm). The average drone length is 285 mm.
    • 2 year/s older release date
      Snaptain SP500 is older than the average drone (2,019 vs 2,021). The average drone was released in 2,021.
      October 2,019
    • Lower video resolution
      Snaptain SP500 supports lower video resolution than the average drone (1,080p/25 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+

      Snaptain SP500 supports lower video resolution than the average drone (1,080p/25 fps vs 4K/100 fps). The average drone supports 4K/100 fps video resolution.1,080p/25 fps vs 4K/100 fps
    • 5.2 m/s lower max wind resistance
      Snaptain SP500 handles weaker wind than the average drone (5.5 m/s vs 10.7 m/s). The average drone handles wind up to 10.7 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

      Snaptain SP500 handles weaker wind than the average drone (5.5 m/s vs 10.7 m/s). The average drone handles wind up to 10.7 m/s.5.5 m/s vs 10.7 m/s
    • 10.5 km/h slower flight speed
      Snaptain SP500 reaches a lower max flight speed than the average drone (5.5 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

      Snaptain SP500 reaches a lower max flight speed than the average drone (5.5 km/h vs 16 km/h). The average drone reaches 16 km/h.5.5 km/h vs 16 km/h
    • 3,880 m lower max service ceiling
      Snaptain SP500 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

      Snaptain SP500 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
    • 3.65x heavier weight
      Snaptain SP500 is heavier than the average drone (910 g vs 249 g). The average drone weighs 249 g.
      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

      Snaptain SP500 is heavier than the average drone (910 g vs 249 g). The average drone weighs 249 g.910 g vs 249 g
    • Fewer GNSS systems
      Snaptain SP500 supports GPS GNSS systems, while the average drone supports GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou.
      Only generic GPS is explicitly confirmed.
      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

      Snaptain SP500 supports GPS GNSS systems, while the average drone supports GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou.GPS vs GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou
    • 8 min shorter flight time
      Snaptain SP500 offers shorter max flight time than the average drone (15 min vs 23 min). The average drone offers 23 min of max flight time.
      Real-world flight time is often lower than the advertised maximum.
      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

      Snaptain SP500 offers shorter max flight time than the average drone (15 min vs 23 min). The average drone offers 23 min of max flight time.15 min vs 23 min
    • 1,230 mAh lower battery capacity
      Snaptain SP500 has a smaller battery capacity than the average drone (1,000 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

      Snaptain SP500 has a smaller battery capacity than the average drone (1,000 mAh vs 2,230 mAh). The average drone battery has a capacity of 2,230 mAh.1,000 mAh vs 2,230 mAh

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    Third-party reviews

    What customers like about Snaptain SP500?

    • Beginner-friendly with intuitive controls and a simple interface
    • Affordable price point offering good value for many features
    • Reliable GPS functions including accurate Auto Return and Follow Me mode
    • Stable flight performance in light wind conditions
    • Foldable and compact design makes it highly portable
    • Includes two modular batteries for extended flight time (approx. 30 mins total)
    • Decent 1080P/2K camera quality for a budget model

    What customers dislike about Snaptain SP500?

    • Frequent connectivity issues between the drone, app, and controller
    • Poor customer service and difficulty obtaining replacements for defective units
    • Long battery charging time (approx. 2-3 hours) compared to flight duration
    • Fragile build quality with reported motor failures and calibration issues
    • Difficulty finding official replacement parts like propeller blades
    • Unreliable Wi-Fi transmission range, often becoming choppy beyond 150-200 meters
    • Lacks advanced stabilization (gimbal), leading to shaky video in some conditions

    Expert reviews

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    rcgroups.com
    31/12/2019

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    drone-store.fr
    10/06/2020

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