Holy Stone Hs230 is a small drone that will satisfy both newcomers and experts. The Drone with the first-person view (FPV), on the other hand, does all of that and more. In terms of functionality and construction quality, it’s fantastic. You will appreciate the flying experience of this racing drone owing to its impressive functions, whether you are a novice or an expert. Even while travelling at its top speed of 45 kilometres per hour, its FPV actual transmission allows you to see live footage of the pictures and videos it takes and stores in real-time.
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Our Verdict
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The Holy Stone HS160 Pro is a fun and convenient-to-fly model for kids, rookies, and even professionals. Since it is compact enough to carry in your coat or trouser pockets, you can carry it with you wherever you go. Despite the absence of GPS, it has a few security features and three-speed adjustments that are perfect for children. Go for this one if you enjoy fine, feature-rich drones.
Design
With a weight of just 116 grams, it’s comfortably transportable and can be easily stored. Holy Stone Hs230 Drone elements are all high-quality and long-lasting. Since it’s a racing drone, the body is designed for better air resistance and an amazing flight experience.
Flight
A headless protection function prevents you from losing your drone throughout the flight, and a low power warning lets you know when the battery is running low, giving you sufficient time to return and avoid a crash.
The HS230 is capable of almost everything, including 360 degree turns in every direction, so you can impress your mates with all kinds of acrobatic movements.
Beginner assistance is available at three varying speeds: low, medium, and moderate. It is recommended that they begin flying at a low speed so that their first steps in this area are simple and safe.
They will progress to higher speeds after they’ve gained some experience, bringing the flight as near to racing as feasible. The controller’s transmission range is 100 meters, allowing you to accelerate to a top speed of 45 kilometres per hour in a matter of seconds.
Camera Quality
The HS230 RC is equipped with a 720 HD compact camera with a 120o FOV (field of view) that records high-quality still images as well as high-quality videos (1280 x 720 pixels) regardless of the drone’s altitude. The drone’s rotatable camera allows it to take wide-angle images from various angles, which is perfect for scenic and landscape photography.
The wide field of view (FOV) allows for a panoramic view, enabling you to capture beautiful videos and photos. The four GB TransFlash card that comes with the camera is large enough to hold all of your videos and photos. However, it is a smart option to back up the recorded files to separate storage devices to free up the capacity of the TF card. Although downloading and uninstalling the camera is reasonably simple. Refer to the user guide if you encounter any issues.
This Holy Stone design requires the use of an integrated analogue signal receiver and transmitter, running at 2.4GHz frequency to effortlessly transmit videos and photographs on the controller’s LCD panel, allowing you to display them in real-time. Although this drone comes with a 4GB TransFlash card, I recommend purchasing a larger and compliant micro SD card. This detail can be found in the user manual.
Remote Control
Remote control is not included with the HS160 Pro. Before you get too discouraged, keep in mind that this beauty can be flown without the use of remote control. Indeed, you’ll appreciate how well-organized and sensitive the software is! Imagine not having to bring the weight of the controller with you. Simply use your mobile, which also serves as a storage device for all the recordings you capture.
Battery
The kit includes two 3.7V 750mAh Li-Po batteries as well as charging cords. Every battery lasts around 10 minutes in the air when completely charged, however with 2 properly packed batteries, you can fly for up to 20 minutes, increasing the fun and ensuring we don’t miss any prime moments in our adventure. These batteries will take 60-90 minutes to fully recharge after assisting us in recording the best movies.
Transmission
To show real-time pictures and videos, the HS230 employs an enhanced analogue signal transmitter and a 2.4GHz operating frequency. Even if your phone has 4GB of built-in storage, you can use an SD card with more storage space to prevent memory loading at inconvenient times.
Features
There are some other functions and characteristics of the Holy Stone HS230 that will improve your flight experience. These include-
- Headless Mode – This configuration is good for novices and makes flying easier.
- Altitude Hold – The very first model of this drone series did not provide altitude hold, though, this feature has been added, and it will enable the drone to fly more steadily, allowing users to capture higher-quality photos and videos.
- 3 Speed Modes – The drone is classified as a racing drone, and it comes with three different speed settings to reflect this. The first two modes are suitable for novices, but the third form is the fastest, with a top speed of 45-kilo meters per hour. Only individuals with prior experience operating fast drones can use this mode.
Pros
- Long-lasting construction
- Night flight convenient LED navigation lights
- Real-time transmitting
- No FFA authentication needed
- Can travel on headless feature
- Fair and reasonable price
- Suitable for beginners who do not wish to upgrade later
Cons
- No altitude hold/ hover function
- Limited flight time
- Long battery charging time
Final Thoughts
This drone is missing several features, including GPS, and, as you can see, it does not come with a remote controller. That being said, this has no bearing on the flying experience. It is easy to fly and captures good pictures and videos, and it is aimed at both adults and children. Start with the low-speed setting if this is the first drone that you own. The Holy Stone HS160 Pro is also reasonably priced, so you won’t have to break the bank to get it.