Holy Stone HS360E GPS EIS Drones with Camera for Adults 4K, 249g FAA Compliant Lightweight Foldable FPV RC Quadcopter Drone with 1200W Sensor, 20000ft Range, Auto Return, Follow Me, Upgraded HS360S

This my first ever drone. I'm writing this review after turning it on twice. I say turning it on because although I used it twice I don't really consider them uses. The first time I was a bit hesitant because it got dark by the time I was able to use it. But my anxiety to turn it on won over my fears. After a bit of fumbling around I was able to get it calibrated and the blades rotating. I like that once you press "Take Off" button it sits at a height that is not too high and not low and it just sits there without any inputs from the controller. I don't really think that you're flying this drone. Is more like positioning it. I mean once it's in the air you touch the controls, let them go and the drone stays there. You want to go higher? Just push the stick up until you reach your desired height and let go. Want to rotate? Push the stick in any direction and then let go once your facing the desired direction. The same with back/forth and side-to-side. Very, very simple. The drone just stays where you put it. Not flying, just positioning it. The FPV experienced zero glitches and the image was wonderful. I just want to mention that I forgot to remove the protective film on the camera lens when I recorded the two videos in this review. I'm nowhere close to considering myself a photographer but I feel the quality of the image is OK. The second time I turned it on (used it) was inside the house. Yes, my wife was not home at the time so I was in the clear. I could not get a GPS signal so I switched it to "Altitude Mode" so I believe it was using "Optical Flow" sensors to maintain position. It worked great and I was able to move it around the room with ease. This was early afternoon. Once the sunlight started really coming in it was causing heavy reflection on the floor so Optical Flow was having problems keeping the drone positioned while hovering. I was able control it while operating the controls but when I let go the controls the drone would lose control and not stay hovering in one place. It crashed a few times but nothing broke. Nothing on the drone nor anything in the room. This is why my limbs are working so that I may write this review. The only thing that happened is that a few props received very light damage. The only things I don't like are: 1- The drone is not include in the comparison list on holystone.com. It lists the HS360 but not the HS360S. 2- The props are not available on either holystone.com nor amazon.com 3- holystone.com WhatsApp chat agent told me that the props for HS360S are not compatible with any other drone. Depending on the price this may be a very bad thing. 4- Only one battery in the kit 5- The batteries are too expensive.

This is an amazing drone for the money. For a present I was given the cheaper Holystone HS 440. Although that drone flew excellently, this drone 360 with GPS is really the one to get. It is extremely easy to fly, even for a non-video game beginner like me. It has a much better camera and has the really critical feature of being able to return to you with one button. I very quickly lost the first drone when it went to high and then I couldn't bring it back because it didn't have GPS. The 360S does have this feature and it works like a charm. Also the HS 360s has far better range. The technology on it is really quite amazing, especially for the price which with the discount and coupon was less than $150 (while the 440S was $100). One other big plus was they have an extremely helpful customer service number. When I first tried to fly it indoors, I couldn't get it to work because I didn't know that you have to turn off the GPS. I called the customer service # and it was the fastest pickup I have ever experienced with a customer service #. In less than a minute they gave me the info I needed. The pictures and video taken are quite good and clear, but if you want very high quality then you need to go to professional drones which are very expensive. One thing to be careful of is taking out the arms, which they do warn you about, but I didn't read the instruction manual carefully enough. As a result, I broke a piece, but it was easy to fix with a little hot glue. The bottom line is that this is a fantastic product for the money.

Drone is very stable and capable. Easy to fly for beginners. Great camera as well. Battery life is as expected, approx 20 minutes with minimal wind. If I could improve it at all, I'd add mechanical image stabilization. I would consider this a moderate range beginner drone. Much more than a kids toy, less than professional.

Drone arrived on time and is surprisingly really good. There was a problem with the battery that customer service immediately addressed by shipping a new battery that works just fine and lasts as long as advertised. I also bought an additional battery. This was my first drone and it hooked me right into the hobby. Easy and fun to fly as long as you start up each time in the correct sequence, meaning you should first power on the drone, then power on the controller and let them self sync (takes like 45 seconds or so), and only then should you plug in your phone. I bought a bunch of extra propellers that I haven't had the need to use as I haven't ever crashed it. The gimbal is a bit hard to adjust until you get used to it, you must learn to just nudge the controller quickly to get the correct angle. The camera takes very good videos and stills. I've since bought more expensive drones but I still use this one for daring missions that I don't put the more expensive ones into. I have about a hundred hours or so of great fun with it and would definitely recommend it for anyone looking to dip their toes into the hobby without breaking the bank.

Having used the Holy Stone HS360 for over three months now, I can confidently say it's a solid investment for drone enthusiasts and filmmakers alike. As my second drone, I've found its build quality to be exceptional, with brushless motors providing remarkable stability and a whisper-quiet flight experience. One of the standout features of the HS360 is its GPS location system, which performs admirably, allowing for worry-free flights even over distances exceeding one kilometer. This reliability lends itself well to capturing expansive aerial shots with ease. Equipped with a 4K camera, the HS360 delivers impressive image quality within its price range. Whether I'm shooting real estate presentations or short cinematic clips, the footage consistently exceeds expectations, showcasing sharp details and vibrant colors. I'mOverall, the Holy Stone HS360 has proven itself as a dependable workhorse in my aerial filming endeavors. Its stability, silent operation, and impressive camera quality make it a standout choice for enthusiasts and professionals looking to elevate their drone videography game. Highly recommended.