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Wipkviey T26 Review | 97 Data compared

Avg. price:~£25Max flight time:13 minVideo resolution:1080pMax transmission distance:0.08 km

Wipkviey T26 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.

5.5

Overall score

Score
5.5/ 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–¼ Worse than 75% of models
Score components

85%

5.2

Technical score

15%

7.1

Review score ( 0 · 1)

Review score 15% · 7.1 · 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–¼Worse than 75% of drones
5.2

Technical score

Technical score
5.2/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
Score components

26%

5.2

Flight

24%

5.6

Camera

20%

3.9

Safety

16%

5.7

Connectivity

14%

6.1

Battery & Design

â–¼Worse than 73% of drones
7.1

Review score

Review score
7.1/ 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 87% 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%

8.0

Drones & Dogs

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
â–¼Worse than 87% of drones
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Technical Specifications of drone Wipkviey T26

Technical score
Technical score
5.2/ 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 73% of models
Score components:

26%

5.2

Flight

24%

5.6

Camera

20%

3.9

Safety

16%

5.7

Connectivity

14%

6.1

Battery & Design

5.2
Review score
Review score
7.1/ 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 87% 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%

8.0

Drones & Dogs

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
7.1
Popularity
Popularity
6.7/ 10
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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–² Better than 51% of models
Popularity:
Wipkviey T26 has a popularity score of 6.7 points, which is higher than that of 51.5% of products in this category.
6.7
Value for money
Value for money
6.9/ 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 59% of models
Score components:

60%

5.5

Overall score

40%

10

Price

6.9
Max flight time
13 min
Max flight time
13 min
â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
Market range: <8 min – >40 min
This drone has a max flight time of 13 min, shorter than 75% of drones and equal to 2.5% of drones.
Max flight distance
0.1 km
Max flight distance
0.1 km
â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
Market range: <0.05 km – >24 km
This drone has a max flight distance of 0.1 km, shorter-range than 75.1% of drones and equal to 8.8% 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
2.07 MP
Main camera megapixels
2.07 MP
â–¼ Worse than 81% of models
Market range: <2 MP – >48 MP
This drone has a main camera resolution of 2.07 MP, lower than 81.3% of drones and equal to 3.3% of drones.
Max movie bitrate
?
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Obstacle detection
no
Obstacle detection
no
â–¼ Worse than 31% of models
This drone does not support obstacle detection. 31% 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
N/A
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Max transmission distance
0.08 km
Max transmission distance
0.08 km
â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
Market range: <0.05 km – >15 km
This drone has a max transmission distance of 0.08 km, shorter-range than 78.6% of drones and equal to 3.1% 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
4.44 Wh
Battery energy
4.44 Wh
â–¼ Worse than 82% of models
Market range: <3.7 Wh – >77 Wh
This drone has battery energy of 4.44 Wh, lower than 82.4% of drones and equal to 4.1% of drones.
Charging time
120 min
Charging time
120 min
â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
Market range: <55 min – >180 min
This drone charges in 120 min, slower than 65% of drones and equal to 11.3% of drones.
Weight
130 g
Weight
130 g
â–² Better than 79% of models
Market range: <80 g – >920 g
This drone weighs 130 g, lighter than 78.9% 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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Wipkviey T26 vs the average drone

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  • 47.2% lower weight
    Weight
    130 g
    â–² Better than 79% of models
    Market range: <80 g – >920 g
    This drone is lighter than the average drone (130 g vs 246 g). The average drone weighs 246 g.
    130 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.
  • 81 mm narrower width
    Width
    160 mm
    â–² Better than 78% of models
    Market range: <114 mm – >387.5 mm
    This drone is narrower than the average drone (160 mm vs 241 mm). The average drone width is 241 mm.
    160 mm vs 241 mm
  • 8x cheaper
    Wipkviey T26 is cheaper than the average drone (£25 vs £200).
    £25 vs £200
  • 8x cheaper
    Wipkviey T26 is cheaper than the average drone (£25 vs £200).
    £25 vs £200
  • Supports smartphone control
    Smartphone control
    yes
    â–² Better than 50% of models
    This drone supports smartphone control, while the average drone does not.
  • 47.2% lower weight
    Weight
    130 g
    â–² Better than 79% of models
    Market range: <80 g – >920 g
    This drone is lighter than the average drone (130 g vs 246 g). The average drone weighs 246 g.
    130 g vs 246 g
  • 81 mm narrower width
    Width
    160 mm
    â–² Better than 78% of models
    Market range: <114 mm – >387.5 mm
    This drone is narrower than the average drone (160 mm vs 241 mm). The average drone width is 241 mm.
    160 mm vs 241 mm
  • 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 subject tracking
    Subject tracking
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    This drone cannot track subjects, while the average drone can.
  • 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.
  • 7 min shorter flight time
    Max flight time
    13 min
    â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
    Market range: <8 min – >40 min
    This drone offers shorter max flight time than the average drone (13 min vs 20 min). The average drone offers 20 min of max flight time.
    13 min vs 20 min
  • 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.
  • 7 min shorter flight time
    Max flight time
    13 min
    â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
    Market range: <8 min – >40 min
    This drone offers shorter max flight time than the average drone (13 min vs 20 min). The average drone offers 20 min of max flight time.
    13 min vs 20 min
  • 0.9 km shorter flight distance
    Max flight distance
    0.1 km
    â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
    Market range: <0.05 km – >24 km
    This drone has a shorter max flight distance than the average drone (0.1 km vs 1 km). The average drone can fly up to 1 km.
    Limited by the controller range.
    0.1 km vs 1 km
  • Simpler motor design
    Motor type
    brushed
    â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
    This drone uses brushed motors, while the average drone uses brushless motors.
    brushed vs brushless
  • 1 years older release date
    Release date
    2022
    â–¼ Worse than 52% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This drone is older than the average drone (2022 vs 2023). The average drone was released in 2023.
    January 2022
    2022 vs 2023
  • 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
  • Narrower tilt range
    Camera tilt range
    manual only °
    â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
    This drone has a narrower tilt range than the average drone (manual only ° vs -90 to 20 °).
    manual only ° vs -90 to 20 °
  • 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.
  • 9.93 MP less camera resolution
    Main camera megapixels
    2.07 MP
    â–¼ Worse than 81% of models
    Market range: <2 MP – >48 MP
    This drone has fewer main camera megapixels than the average drone (2.1 MP vs 12 MP). The average drone has 12 MP on the main camera.
    2.07 MP vs 12 MP
  • 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 photo format options
    Photo formats supported
    JPEG, PNG
    â–² Better than 60% of models
    This drone supports JPEG, PNG photo formats, while the average drone supports JPEG, DNG (RAW).
    JPEG, PNG vs JPEG, DNG (RAW)
  • 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
    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 subject tracking
    Subject tracking
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    This drone cannot track subjects, while the average drone can.
  • 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.
  • 2 fewer flight modes
    N. of intelligent flight modes
    2
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    Market range: <0 – >8
    This drone offers fewer intelligent flight modes than the average drone (2 vs 4). The average drone offers 4 intelligent flight modes.
    POI, Cruise Control
    2 vs 4
  • 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.
  • 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
    â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
    This drone supports 2.4 GHz operating frequency bands, while the average drone supports 2.4 GHz, 5.8 GHz.
    2.4 GHz vs 2.4 GHz, 5.8 GHz
  • 0.92 km shorter transmission range
    Max transmission distance
    0.08 km
    â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
    Market range: <0.05 km – >15 km
    This drone has a shorter max transmission distance than the average drone (0.1 km vs 1 km). The average drone reaches 1 km of transmission distance.
    0.08 km vs 1 km
  • Basic companion app
    Companion app
    KY FPV
    â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
    This drone uses the KY FPV companion app, while the average drone uses HS FPV.
    KY FPV vs HS FPV
  • 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
  • 12.74 Wh less battery energy
    Battery energy
    4.44 Wh
    â–¼ Worse than 82% of models
    Market range: <3.7 Wh – >77 Wh
    This drone has lower battery energy than the average drone (4.4 Wh vs 17.18 Wh). The average drone battery has 17.18 Wh of energy.
    4.44 Wh vs 17.18 Wh
  • 30 min longer charging time
    Charging time
    120 min
    â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
    Market range: <55 min – >180 min
    This drone charges more slowly than the average drone (120 min vs 90 min). The average drone charges in 90 min.
    120 min vs 90 min
  • 45 mm longer body length
    Length
    320 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
    Market range: <117 mm – >385 mm
    This drone is longer than the average drone (320 mm vs 275 mm). The average drone is 275 mm long.
    320 mm vs 275 mm

Video reviews

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

8.0
Drones & Dogs
≈ estimated
23/08/2022
Flight review · flying impressions and camera test
Verdict
Wipkviey T26 is a good drone for learning to fly and offers good value, but not for serious camera work.
7.0
Drones & Dogs
≈ estimated
22/08/2022
Unboxing · controller, build and feature walkthrough
Verdict
Wipkviey T26 is a decent setup, especially for beginners, though it lacks optical flow hold.
Not graded
Overview video

Third-party reviews

Read buyer reviews on Amazon →

What we like about Wipkviey T26

  • Beginner-friendly with features like one-key takeoff/landing and headless mode
  • Affordable entry-level price point, often around $50-$60
  • Comes with multiple batteries (2-3) providing a total flight time of 24-30 minutes
  • Portable foldable design and includes a dedicated storage bag
  • Fun integrated features such as 360-degree flips and gesture-controlled photo/video
  • Good indoor stability and useful propeller guards for safety

What we don't like about Wipkviey T26

  • Poor wind resistance due to its lightweight build; easily blown off course outdoors
  • Rudimentary 1080p camera quality that lacks professional-grade clarity and stability
  • Limited FPV (First Person View) signal range when flying at longer distances
  • Build quality can feel 'cheap' or 'plasticky', with some reports of fragile controllers
  • Requires frequent recalibration before takeoff to maintain control
  • Lacks advanced features like GPS positioning or an SD card slot (records directly to phone)

Verdict

The Wipkviey T26 is a foldable, beginner-friendly quadcopter featuring a 1080P HD wide-angle camera and real-time Wi-Fi FPV transmission to smartphones. It typically includes two modular 1200mAh batteries, offering a combined flight time of approximately 24 to 30 minutes, and supports diverse flight modes like 360-degree flips, altitude hold, headless mode, and gravity sensor control. Main pros include its highly portable compact design, intuitive one-key takeoff/landing for new pilots, and safe operation enhanced by propeller guards and smart low-battery alerts. However, notable cons include a lack of GPS and internal SD card storage—requiring footage to be saved directly to a phone—and limited stability in windy outdoor conditions due to its lightweight plastic construction.

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