Great review! I completely agree with your analysis. For me it's a very intriguing product because since 2012 I record small videos of each of my days and edit them year after year, but the main problem is the quality, I can live even with 1080p but it must be with a decent bitrate and not overprocessed, let's hope the next iteration will fix that! P.S. I just got my new Lark M2 after years using the M1, can't wait to try them in my videos!
Had mine for a few weeks and love having it in my kit. I think video quality is ok as most people use small devices. It gets found out on 4K TVs. I too wish it had a microSD slot. It’s perfect for short form content creators on social media. You can use the app on the phone as a microphone. The app blocks out the noise. EDIT: Also your operator ID needs to be on it 😁
I have it and iove it. I own and Mini 2se, Mini 4 Pro and and Avata 2. However, incant fly them everywhere. I was just at a shoot in Washington DC where drones are completely banned outdoors. This X1 gave me so many usable shots over the 2 day shoot when we had to be outside. Its not a main shooter but its an excellent addition to the toolbox.
There trying to get rid of stock as the x2 is due out at the end of the year with 4K and new features. So many RUclipsrs getting sent these at the moment, I like your honest review though. 👍
@@Quizinators I sent them a email asking if there’s a updated version coming out because I wanted 4K and there said there’s no release date publish yet but this year.
The Pro and Pro Max features seem very interesting. I just ordered the X1, and it should arrive today. Also, what's your opinion on electric cars and motorcycles?
People place too much emphasis on video quality. I find most people could care less. As your video indirectly conveyed, this X1 is awesome for what it was designed for - ease of use, candid, spontaneous fun moments.
Love your straight forward content Tamara. I bought the HoverAir a few weeks ago for my channel and I love it for bits of impressive B-Roll footage, but one thing I find frustrating is its inability to cope in anything more than a breeze. It fights the strong breeze for a while before giving up and landing.
X1 is a great idea, but it still needs quite some improvements. My biggest issues are of course the camera quality and the height control. You just cant use this to record, I don't know, snowboard, since you encounter a cliff and, yeah, say bye to 400€. I wish that the Mini 4 Pro, that is waaaay smarter than the X1, could have an "X1 mode" (quick turning on + quick tracking without GPS, but obstacle avoidance). It should be possible, but DJI is not gonna make it, so oh well.
Tamara, have you ordered either of the updated models? I've ordered the X1 Pro Max. Super excited! I loved the look of this X1 but I was hoping they'd release an upgrade soon - so glad I waited!
The most thoughtful video I've seen on this product so far. Nerdy question: Was this video finished in a 24p (or 25p) timeline? Asking because the Hover footage reads as pretty choppy and wondering if maybe that has to do with forcing 30p into a 24p timeline.
Pretty interesting. Hearing about this camera for the first time. Thanks for the great review. Hopefully they’ll take your comments into consideration. Will wait for the next generation and see.
Good review. I would like to see object avoidance and longer battery life (15-20min would be nice). Don't care if it has auto on/off. Maybe a built-in ND filter to turn on/off like in cameras with built-in NDs...but would rather have object avoidance.
Thanks for the review. I really want one for the gadget factor but kind of know it is one of those things I wouldn’t use after a couple of weeks… let’s hope there is a new version soon! Thanks again.
It would be great if it could take the load of an Action 4. Than one could get the footage from the action cam when using this drone but I doubt that it will be able to carry that weight. Thanks for the review 🙏😊
Agree it overexposes, is a bit slow to start up and sending clips to the Photos app is a pain. Not for vloggers but it’s a lot of fun for occasional shots of yourself in the action. I’d recommend using it as an addition to your regular camera and best use it only in open spaces with the further away settings for a general view.
Seen lots of negative comments about hover air's marketing with influencers e.g. them asking for promotions without highlighting this in youtube seems deliberately trying to avoid YTs Ycs and Cs. Chea junk IMO with dodgy tactics.
Very cool! Yes I think for my taste also, in a generation or two this could be a great tool. A lot of good thought went into this product. Smart to not market it as a "drone". Nice design. Lookin' great in that back pocket too. Heyyyy 🤓
Sadly the relevant Authority regulating Air Traffic Control in your country has a different train of thought to yours there. ANYTHING that flies in the air and is not flown by an onboard pilot is classed as a "Drone" under their laws! This includes oddities like Balloons, Kites, Rockets, Flying Pigs and probably Bows and Arrows (if the whim takes 'em!) as well as the usual radio controlled Planes, Helicopters and Quadcopters/Drones. Thus this would (if you are in the UK as this young lady seemingly is) require you to be licenced/registered/display your ID on the "Drone" as the regulations in place at the time require. (And they will be everchanging!) Currently NOTHING with a camera on it is in the "less than 100gms" exempt class! Also, should they become widespread (unlikely at the current price per functionality level) I can see a rising level of public animosity that will soon cause the sky to fall in on 'em. 🤔😉😊
I really wanted to like this. Thank you Tamara (I really value your opinion). I too prefer quality over convenience. I have DJI's Mavic 3 and Air 2s. To be able to not have to drag the remotes around for the simple shots intrigues me. If it was 4k I'd by it in a heartbeat. I still might. The X2 should be interesting.
Tamara! I'm shocked! I really, really wouldn't use such a thing close to traffic and people - the chances of it causing some distraction or whatever and thus an accident are too high. I suspect where I live I'd get arrested even without an accident. Anyway, worth mentioning how you can record audio using your phone and it filters out the drone sound, which is a neat trick. I would love to have one of these but, perhaps like you, I can't think of the occasions on which I would use it which would justify the cost, good value though I think it is all things considered. I would most likely use it as a flying camera on family occasions I guess, or for short inserts in videos where 90% of the footage would come from something else - and the brevity of the shot would probably make the quality not that noticable. (Actually I find it looks ok for what it is). Best shot I ever saw using this was taken by a clergyman in his full robes, who used it to get a shot of himself processing into his church from outside, and then following him all the way up to the altar. Pretty hard to do any other way on his own without spending a lot more money. So - as usual, it's a tool for a job. If you don't do that job, resist the temptation to buy the tool!
I have my Hoverair X1 for few months now. I enjoy using it a lot. Especially for my hiking, running and sports. I got some nice videos of my family gathering for my son graduation party at the park. There many ways to enjoy this drone. Of course it’s not 4K but good enough for social media and memories. The noise doesn’t bother me but the battery is short.
Wow, I'm not sure why you went to the trouble to make this video since all your negatives are clearly identified by DJI before you buy one. Well, except for the lack of an Auto-Turn-Off. The best, but not only, positive point you made was that it is not a drone and, therefore, drone lovers should avoid it, also clearly identified by DJI. Especially loved your let-me-quickly-duck-behind-this-fully-limbed-tree-to-see-if-I-can-crash-it, also clearly identified by DJI. So, 12 minutes of it's-not-for-me-it's-not-for-me-it's-not-for-me-but-this-non-drone-might-be-for-you. I'm a Tamara fan, love all your other videos, and I'm thinking you just didn't really want to make this particular video.
I actually enjoyed making this video because I enjoyed testing it out. I like tech, which is why I make these videos. Like I said, it’s fun to use but it wouldn’t be a main part of my kit for the main reason I mentioned in the video, and I hope improvements can be made for the next one, which I’ll be equally intrigued to try out and make a video about.
If you're interested in the HOVERAir X1, there seems to be a neverending deal on it 👉🏾 geni.us/EhPAJ
Great review! I completely agree with your analysis. For me it's a very intriguing product because since 2012 I record small videos of each of my days and edit them year after year, but the main problem is the quality, I can live even with 1080p but it must be with a decent bitrate and not overprocessed, let's hope the next iteration will fix that!
P.S. I just got my new Lark M2 after years using the M1, can't wait to try them in my videos!
Had mine for a few weeks and love having it in my kit. I think video quality is ok as most people use small devices. It gets found out on 4K TVs. I too wish it had a microSD slot. It’s perfect for short form content creators on social media. You can use the app on the phone as a microphone. The app blocks out the noise. EDIT: Also your operator ID needs to be on it 😁
I have it and iove it. I own and Mini 2se, Mini 4 Pro and and Avata 2. However, incant fly them everywhere. I was just at a shoot in Washington DC where drones are completely banned outdoors. This X1 gave me so many usable shots over the 2 day shoot when we had to be outside. Its not a main shooter but its an excellent addition to the toolbox.
Schould not be 450 + Euros .. 300 Max ..
Funny how the drone tells you off when it crashes
I know, right! 😆
@@TamaraGabrielUK like a school teacher 🤣🤣
Good review Tamara but it is a bit to expensive for what it is.
How much could you make one for ?
Love your down to earth reviews, Tamara.
Thanks 😊
I had one of these! Sadly I crashed it in the ocean.... It is not waterproof
There trying to get rid of stock as the x2 is due out at the end of the year with 4K and new features. So many RUclipsrs getting sent these at the moment,
I like your honest review though. 👍
How did you find out about the updated version? I can’t find anything online?
@@Quizinators I sent them a email asking if there’s a updated version coming out because I wanted 4K and there said there’s no release date publish yet but this year.
Neat concept. Way over priced.
Nice to have a seemingly honest video. RUclips seems to be flooded with clearly paid videos
The Pro and Pro Max features seem very interesting.
I just ordered the X1, and it should arrive today.
Also, what's your opinion on electric cars and motorcycles?
People place too much emphasis on video quality. I find most people could care less. As your video indirectly conveyed, this X1 is awesome for what it was designed for - ease of use, candid, spontaneous fun moments.
Love your straight forward content Tamara. I bought the HoverAir a few weeks ago for my channel and I love it for bits of impressive B-Roll footage, but one thing I find frustrating is its inability to cope in anything more than a breeze. It fights the strong breeze for a while before giving up and landing.
X1 is a great idea, but it still needs quite some improvements. My biggest issues are of course the camera quality and the height control. You just cant use this to record, I don't know, snowboard, since you encounter a cliff and, yeah, say bye to 400€.
I wish that the Mini 4 Pro, that is waaaay smarter than the X1, could have an "X1 mode" (quick turning on + quick tracking without GPS, but obstacle avoidance). It should be possible, but DJI is not gonna make it, so oh well.
Tamara, have you ordered either of the updated models? I've ordered the X1 Pro Max. Super excited! I loved the look of this X1 but I was hoping they'd release an upgrade soon - so glad I waited!
how about attaching the Go 3s so that you can get 4K 30fps. I think it's probably strong enough to carry the Go 3s.
I love the Hover X1. I'm looking forward to upgrading to Hover X1 Pro or Max!
The most thoughtful video I've seen on this product so far.
Nerdy question: Was this video finished in a 24p (or 25p) timeline? Asking because the Hover footage reads as pretty choppy and wondering if maybe that has to do with forcing 30p into a 24p timeline.
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I use a 25fps timeline.
Seems way over priced for what you get
Or a paid advertising lol
@nyrubin Tell me you didn’t watch the whole video without telling me didn’t watch the whole video…
@@TamaraGabrielUK I watched enough to know u don’t really like the drone 😂
Haha love the battery part
🤭
Yep overpriced - for a few dollars more you can get a real drone
Pretty interesting. Hearing about this camera for the first time. Thanks for the great review. Hopefully they’ll take your comments into consideration. Will wait for the next generation and see.
Cats. You need to fly it around Cats. Just sayin.
Fun review, thanks for your work!
Good review. I would like to see object avoidance and longer battery life (15-20min would be nice). Don't care if it has auto on/off. Maybe a built-in ND filter to turn on/off like in cameras with built-in NDs...but would rather have object avoidance.
I use this drone more than my DJis
Thanks for the review. I really want one for the gadget factor but kind of know it is one of those things I wouldn’t use after a couple of weeks… let’s hope there is a new version soon! Thanks again.
It would be great if it could take the load of an Action 4. Than one could get the footage from the action cam when using this drone but I doubt that it will be able to carry that weight. Thanks for the review 🙏😊
I just got one recently and really love it. However, the sky is blown out a lot which is frustrating.
hhello-so amazing ,))
Agree it overexposes, is a bit slow to start up and sending clips to the Photos app is a pain. Not for vloggers but it’s a lot of fun for occasional shots of yourself in the action. I’d recommend using it as an addition to your regular camera and best use it only in open spaces with the further away settings for a general view.
Seen lots of negative comments about hover air's marketing with influencers e.g. them asking for promotions without highlighting this in youtube seems deliberately trying to avoid YTs Ycs and Cs. Chea junk IMO with dodgy tactics.
I was sent one for review and had absolutely no restrictions demanded or suggested.
I like your reviews👌 As usual great work. Thx👌
Good production and video editing
Thanks!
Very cool! Yes I think for my taste also, in a generation or two this could be a great tool. A lot of good thought went into this product. Smart to not market it as a "drone". Nice design.
Lookin' great in that back pocket too. Heyyyy 🤓
Sadly the relevant Authority regulating Air Traffic Control in your country has a different train of thought to yours there. ANYTHING that flies in the air and is not flown by an onboard pilot is classed as a "Drone" under their laws! This includes oddities like Balloons, Kites, Rockets, Flying Pigs and probably Bows and Arrows (if the whim takes 'em!) as well as the usual radio controlled Planes, Helicopters and Quadcopters/Drones.
Thus this would (if you are in the UK as this young lady seemingly is) require you to be licenced/registered/display your ID on the "Drone" as the regulations in place at the time require. (And they will be everchanging!) Currently NOTHING with a camera on it is in the "less than 100gms" exempt class!
Also, should they become widespread (unlikely at the current price per functionality level) I can see a rising level of public animosity that will soon cause the sky to fall in on 'em. 🤔😉😊
Overpriced and desperately needs a more capable camera, but if it weren’t for that I’d be in 100%.
💯
I really wanted to like this. Thank you Tamara (I really value your opinion). I too prefer quality over convenience. I have DJI's Mavic 3 and Air 2s. To be able to not have to drag the remotes around for the simple shots intrigues me. If it was 4k I'd by it in a heartbeat. I still might. The X2 should be interesting.
I have high hopes for the X2, I hope it’s much improved!
@@TamaraGabrielUK Do we know if X2 is coming soon?
@@TamaraGabrielUK I caved and purchased it (from your affiliate link) 😉
Tamera please am waiting for the result of the chest mount for the action 4. Please make it quick before I go ahead to buy
I don't use the chest mount.
@@TamaraGabrielUK sorry I mean the neckmount
@@TamaraGabrielUK the video you made before this one
Yeah, I’m not sure what you’re asking
Tamara! I'm shocked! I really, really wouldn't use such a thing close to traffic and people - the chances of it causing some distraction or whatever and thus an accident are too high. I suspect where I live I'd get arrested even without an accident. Anyway, worth mentioning how you can record audio using your phone and it filters out the drone sound, which is a neat trick. I would love to have one of these but, perhaps like you, I can't think of the occasions on which I would use it which would justify the cost, good value though I think it is all things considered. I would most likely use it as a flying camera on family occasions I guess, or for short inserts in videos where 90% of the footage would come from something else - and the brevity of the shot would probably make the quality not that noticable. (Actually I find it looks ok for what it is). Best shot I ever saw using this was taken by a clergyman in his full robes, who used it to get a shot of himself processing into his church from outside, and then following him all the way up to the altar. Pretty hard to do any other way on his own without spending a lot more money. So - as usual, it's a tool for a job. If you don't do that job, resist the temptation to buy the tool!
I have my Hoverair X1 for few months now. I enjoy using it a lot. Especially for my hiking, running and sports. I got some nice videos of my family gathering for my son graduation party at the park. There many ways to enjoy this drone. Of course it’s not 4K but good enough for social media and memories. The noise doesn’t bother me but the battery is short.
Wow, I'm not sure why you went to the trouble to make this video since all your negatives are clearly identified by DJI before you buy one. Well, except for the lack of an Auto-Turn-Off. The best, but not only, positive point you made was that it is not a drone and, therefore, drone lovers should avoid it, also clearly identified by DJI. Especially loved your let-me-quickly-duck-behind-this-fully-limbed-tree-to-see-if-I-can-crash-it, also clearly identified by DJI. So, 12 minutes of it's-not-for-me-it's-not-for-me-it's-not-for-me-but-this-non-drone-might-be-for-you. I'm a Tamara fan, love all your other videos, and I'm thinking you just didn't really want to make this particular video.
I actually enjoyed making this video because I enjoyed testing it out. I like tech, which is why I make these videos. Like I said, it’s fun to use but it wouldn’t be a main part of my kit for the main reason I mentioned in the video, and I hope improvements can be made for the next one, which I’ll be equally intrigued to try out and make a video about.