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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£150
  • Avg. price in US: ~$170
  • Max flight time: 18 min
  • Video resolution: 2K/20 fps
  • Max transmission distance: 0.5 km

Snaptain SP700 review. Compare 95 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among drones and if it is worth buying.

5.2

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%

5.2

Technical Score

10.0%

?

User score

Good
5.2

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%

4.1

Flight

24.0%

5.3

Camera

20.0%

6.4

Safety

16.0%

5.7

Connectivity

14.0%

4.5

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%

?

Popularity

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    Technical Specifications of drone Snaptain SP700

    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%

    ?

    Camera

    20.0%

    ?

    Safety

    16.0%

    ?

    Connectivity

    14.0%

    ?

    Battery & Design

    5.2
    Snaptain SP700 has a technical score of 5.16 points, which is lower than that of 81.8% 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

    ?
    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 SP700 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%

    5.2

    Overall score

    40.0%

    9.7

    Price

    6.5
    Snaptain SP700 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

    18 min
    Snaptain SP700 has a max flight time of 18 min, shorter than 60.7% of drones and equal to 6%.
    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

    0.8 km
    Snaptain SP700 has a max flight distance of 0.8 km, shorter-range than 63% of drones and equal to 0.7%.
    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

    10 km/h
    Snaptain SP700 has a max flight speed of 10 km/h, slower than 69.1% of drones and equal to 0.8%.
    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 SP700 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+

    2K/20 fps
    Snaptain SP700 records video at 2K/20 fps, lower than 65.1% of drones and equal to 0%.
    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 SP700 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

    ?
    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

    2.3 MP
    Snaptain SP700 has a main camera resolution of 2.3 MP, lower than 78.2% of drones and equal to 0%.
    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 SP700 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 SP700 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 SP700 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 SP700 supports GPS GNSS systems, which are less comprehensive than those of 82.1% of drones and the same as those of 17.9% of drones.
    Only GPS is consistently confirmed for this model.
    Obstacle sensing directions
    What it is: The listed sensing coverage shows which directions the drone can monitor for obstacles.
    When it matters: When you fly near trees, buildings, or other obstacles.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: Omnidirectional

    N/A
    Snaptain SP700 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

    0.5 km
    Snaptain SP700 has a max transmission distance of 0.5 km, shorter-range than 62.8% of drones and equal to 2.6%.
    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

    ?
    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 SP700 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+

    720p@20 fps
    Snaptain SP700 offers live view quality of 720p@20 fps, lower-quality than 94.2% of drones and equal to 5.8%.
    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 SP700 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

    1,800 mAh
    Snaptain SP700 has a battery capacity of 1800 mAh, smaller than 60.8% of drones and equal to 2.6%.
    Battery energy
    What it is: The battery energy figure, usually in Wh, describes total available energy in the pack.
    When it matters: When you want longer sessions before changing batteries.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: >=40

    25.84 Wh
    Snaptain SP700 has battery energy of 25.84 Wh, higher than 65.3% of drones and equal to 0%.
    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

    180 min
    Snaptain SP700 charges in 180 min, slower than 83.7% 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

    1,400 g
    Snaptain SP700 weighs 1400 g, heavier than 99.3% 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 SP700 has a removable battery, and 99.4% of drones include one.
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    Snaptain SP700 vs the average drone

    • 5.62x lighter weight
      Snaptain SP700 has a lower max takeoff weight than the average drone (1,400 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 SP700 has a lower max takeoff weight than the average drone (1,400 g vs 249 g). The average drone has a max takeoff weight of 249 g.1,400 g vs 249 g
    • 20 ° wider field of view
      Snaptain SP700 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 SP700 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 °
    • 8.52 Wh higher battery energy
      Snaptain SP700 has higher battery energy than the average drone (25.8 Wh vs 17.32 Wh). The average drone battery has 17.32 Wh of 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

      Snaptain SP700 has higher battery energy than the average drone (25.8 Wh vs 17.32 Wh). The average drone battery has 17.32 Wh of energy.25.84 Wh vs 17.32 Wh
    • Supports headless mode
      Snaptain SP700 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 SP700 supports headless mode, while the average drone does not.
    • 20 ° wider field of view
      Snaptain SP700 has a wider field of view than the average drone (110 ° vs 90 °). The average drone has a field of view of 90 °.
    • 5.62x lighter weight
      Snaptain SP700 has a lower max takeoff weight than the average drone (1,400 g vs 249 g). The average drone has a max takeoff weight of 249 g.
    • Supports headless mode
      Snaptain SP700 supports headless mode, while the average drone does not.
    • 8.52 Wh higher battery energy
      Snaptain SP700 has higher battery energy than the average drone (25.8 Wh vs 17.32 Wh). The average drone battery has 17.32 Wh of energy.

    Total
    Camera
    Safety
    Battery & Design
    • 5.2 m/s lower max wind resistance
      Snaptain SP700 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.
    • 3,880 m lower max service ceiling
      Snaptain SP700 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.
    • 6 km/h slower flight speed
      Snaptain SP700 reaches a lower max flight speed than the average drone (10 km/h vs 16 km/h). The average drone reaches 16 km/h.
    • 5 min shorter flight time
      Snaptain SP700 offers shorter max flight time than the average drone (18 min vs 23 min). The average drone offers 23 min of max flight time.
    • Non-foldable design
      Snaptain SP700 does not have a foldable design, while the average drone does.
    • 1.2 km shorter flight distance
      Snaptain SP700 has a shorter max flight distance than the average drone (0.8 km vs 2 km). The average drone can fly up to 2 km.
    • Lower video resolution
      Snaptain SP700 supports lower video resolution than the average drone (2K/20 fps vs 4K/100 fps). The average drone supports 4K/100 fps video resolution.
    • Fewer photo format options
      Snaptain SP700 supports JPEG photo formats, while the average drone supports JPEG, DNG (RAW).
    • 1 axis lower gimbal axes
      Snaptain SP700 has fewer gimbal axes than the average drone (0 axis vs 1 axis). The average drone has 1 axis gimbal axes.
    • Lower photo resolution
      Snaptain SP700 supports lower photo resolution than the average drone (2,048x 1,152 MP vs 4,000x3,000 MP). The average drone supports 4,000x3,000 MP photo resolution.
    • 9.7 MP lower main camera megapixels
      Snaptain SP700 has fewer main camera megapixels than the average drone (2.3 MP vs 12 MP). The average drone has 12 MP MP on the main camera.
    • No 4K video
      Snaptain SP700 does not support 4K video, while the average drone does.
    • Fewer GNSS systems
      Snaptain SP700 supports GPS GNSS systems, while the average drone supports GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou.
      Only GPS is consistently confirmed for this model.
    • 1 fewer intelligent flight mode/s
      Snaptain SP700 has a lower n. of intelligent flight modes than the average drone (3 vs 4). The average drone value is 4.
      Follow Me, POI, Waypoint Flight
    • Lower live view quality
      Snaptain SP700 has worse live view quality than the average drone (720p@20 fps vs 1,080p@25 fps). The average drone offers live view quality of 1,080p@25 fps.
    • Basic companion app
      Snaptain SP700 uses the SNAPTAIN FPV companion app, while the average drone uses FreeFlight Pro.
    • 1.01 km shorter transmission distance
      Snaptain SP700 has a shorter max transmission distance than the average drone (0.5 km vs 1,507 km). The average drone reaches 1,507 km of transmission distance.
    • 5.62x heavier weight
      Snaptain SP700 is heavier than the average drone (1,400 g vs 249 g). The average drone weighs 249 g.
    • 90 min longer charging time
      Snaptain SP700 charges more slowly than the average drone (180 min vs 90 min). The average drone charges in 90 min.
    • 72 mm larger height
      Snaptain SP700 has a greater height than the average drone (137 mm vs 65 mm). The average drone height is 65 mm.
    • 149 mm larger length
      Snaptain SP700 has a greater length than the average drone (434 mm vs 285 mm). The average drone length is 285 mm.
    • 73.5 mm larger width
      Snaptain SP700 is wider than the average drone (320 mm vs 246.5 mm). The average drone width is 246.5 mm.
    • 430 mAh lower battery capacity
      Snaptain SP700 has a smaller battery capacity than the average drone (1,800 mAh vs 2,230 mAh). The average drone battery has a capacity of 2,230 mAh.
    • 2 year/s older release date
      Snaptain SP700 is older than the average drone (2,019 vs 2,021). The average drone was released in 2,021.
      December 2,019
    • Lower video resolution
      Snaptain SP700 supports lower video resolution than the average drone (2K/20 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 SP700 supports lower video resolution than the average drone (2K/20 fps vs 4K/100 fps). The average drone supports 4K/100 fps video resolution.2K/20 fps vs 4K/100 fps
    • 5.2 m/s lower max wind resistance
      Snaptain SP700 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 SP700 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
    • 5.62x heavier weight
      Snaptain SP700 is heavier than the average drone (1,400 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 SP700 is heavier than the average drone (1,400 g vs 249 g). The average drone weighs 249 g.1,400 g vs 249 g
    • 3,880 m lower max service ceiling
      Snaptain SP700 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 SP700 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
    • Lower live view quality
      Snaptain SP700 has worse live view quality than the average drone (720p@20 fps vs 1,080p@25 fps). The average drone offers live view quality of 1,080p@25 fps.
      What it is: The live-view mode defines resolution and frame rate of the pilot feed.
      When it matters: When video quality matters for your footage.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Good value: 1080p+

      Snaptain SP700 has worse live view quality than the average drone (720p@20 fps vs 1,080p@25 fps). The average drone offers live view quality of 1,080p@25 fps.720p@20 fps vs 1,080p@25 fps
    • 90 min longer charging time
      Snaptain SP700 charges more slowly than the average drone (180 min vs 90 min). The average drone charges in 90 min.
      What it is: The charging time measures how long a depleted battery needs to reach full charge.
      When it matters: When you want shorter turnaround between flights.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Good value: <=90

      Snaptain SP700 charges more slowly than the average drone (180 min vs 90 min). The average drone charges in 90 min.180 min vs 90 min
    • Fewer GNSS systems
      Snaptain SP700 supports GPS GNSS systems, while the average drone supports GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou.
      Only GPS is consistently confirmed for this model.
      What it is: Lists the satellite navigation systems the drone can use, such as GPS, Galileo, or GLONASS.
      When it matters: When this part of flying or filming matters to you.

      Importance: HIGH

      Good value: GPS+Galileo+GLONASS

      Snaptain SP700 supports GPS GNSS systems, while the average drone supports GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou.GPS vs GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou
    • 6 km/h slower flight speed
      Snaptain SP700 reaches a lower max flight speed than the average drone (10 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 SP700 reaches a lower max flight speed than the average drone (10 km/h vs 16 km/h). The average drone reaches 16 km/h.10 km/h vs 16 km/h
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    Third-party reviews

    What customers like about Snaptain SP700?

    • User-friendly for beginners due to easy handling and setup
    • Affordable price point offering high value compared to professional models
    • High-quality 2K/4K camera that captures detailed images and video for the price
    • Durable brushless motors that are quieter and more efficient than brushed alternatives
    • Advanced GPS features like Return-to-Home (RTH), Follow Me, and Orbit modes
    • Sturdy design capable of withstanding minor crashes

    What customers dislike about Snaptain SP700?

    • Difficulty finding official replacement batteries or spare parts
    • Shaky video footage due to a fixed camera lens and lack of electronic image stabilization (EIS)
    • Struggles with flight stability in moderate or high winds
    • Long battery charging times, often reported to take 3 to 5 hours
    • Short flight time compared to manufacturer claims, with some users reporting as little as 15-16 minutes
    • Wi-Fi FPV feed can be laggy or drop frames, especially at longer distances

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