HoverAir X1

The HoverAir X1 lists for $429, but it’s nearly always on sale somewhere, often at or below $350 . But I’d recommend opting for the $400-ish bundle that adds a dual-battery quick charger and two extra batteries that each only last about 10 to 12...

Highly portable ; Responsive subject tracking ; Controllerless flight ; Integrated propeller guards

Hinge design vulnerable to dirt ; Single axis gimbal ; No obstacle avoidance

The HOVERAir X1 is a highly portable pocket-sized drone capable of controllerless flight. It utilizes a hinge mechanism to unfold for flight and fold when not in use for better portability. It also has a small single-axis stabilized camera to capture...

Easy to use, small and lightweight ; Smooth 2.7K video ; Intelligent tracking algorithms

Limited manual flight capabilities ; App controls for manual flight are awkwardly placed ; Almost as expensive as the DJI Mini 2 SE

With limited capabilities for manual flight, the HoverAir X1 is aimed squarely at capturing tracking shots of the user and/or the people around them, thanks to intelligent tracking algorithms. This small and lightweight drone features built-in...