Best and most honest Drone evaluation I have seen. Bravo 👏

@AlienDrones

Жыл бұрын

Wow, thanks!

Thanks! I'm not ready for another drone yet, but this was pretty good for what it has, and the price range. Without the gimbal stabilization features it will not produce the best possible video, but then that's what video editors are for - cutting, and scrapping. Meanwhile the color was in fact pretty good! Thanks for good posts, all the time. I mainly look forward to you know as my FAA authority, but I try to watch everything you post. Take care!

@AlienDrones

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the kind words! indeed, this one is nice and small and is pretty spunky for sure. That darn stabilization though, I guess I'm getting spoiled with that _buttery_ look. I enjoy working with the FAA to try and get the ever changing rules figured out but it can be a bit depressing only doing rules, laws and regulations so flying different drones and trying out different tech reminds me to have fun too! Stay Safe and Good Flying!

Keith, in order to do the calibration, you have to spin your whole body, otherwise it's no fun! 😜

@AlienDrones

2 жыл бұрын

I know, right? I about fell over last time, though now thinking about it maybe that would increase views. 😂 Thanks for watching!

@SunriseWaterMedia

2 жыл бұрын

@@AlienDrones Ha ha yes! 🥴

@shsechas

2 жыл бұрын

With my Vertigo. I would fall right t the ground. LOL. I do it anyway with my Evo1

@SunriseWaterMedia

2 жыл бұрын

@@shsechas Lol same here. Evo 1 👏

@AlienDrones

2 жыл бұрын

@@shsechas Indeed, I cut the video on the last one which had me stumbling around after doing this, NOT flattering for sure... lol

Sounds just like that nest of hornets I peed on out behind the barn a few weeks ago. Lucky my neighbor left his back door unlocked and had a full fridge of beer.

@AlienDrones

Жыл бұрын

peeing on hornets is fairly risky... 🐝🐝🐝

I have the 175D and have given it a few good tests to date. It has performed incredibly well. There have been two times in questionable weather conditions that the GPS has dropped out but no problem, I simply flew the drone back and landed it without GPS. I have reached the stage where I trust the drones controllability and now would only wish for a slightly better camera. This want makes me look towards the Mini SE, however I see a continuous raft of complaints with the SE and Mini 2 concerning loss of control and connectivity.

Thanks for the detailed review and demo, as well as the coupon code! Just used it for 10% off this drone. It’s my first drone ever. :-)

@AlienDrones

2 жыл бұрын

Hope you enjoy it!

Keith, you’re very fair and honest as always. I’ve flown many drones from home built to most DJI models, I’m currently flying my new DJI MINI SE every day and am looking for inexpensive drones for teaching. I’ll give this one a try.

@AlienDrones

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching and the kind words! Glad the information is useful to you, I do enjoy trying new products to see what the industry has to offer and for the price Holy Stone has been a fairly decent performer of the manufacturers I've tried so far. This did work fairly well for the price though it did have some quirks so I'd just keep it in the open and away from the trees! I just received the newest release HS710 yesterday to review which advertises some upgrades and weighs 249g, so I'm looking forward to see what they've improved, but of course the price is a bit higher too... I'm also working on a couple new manufacturers that I'm so excited to share with you guys so fingers crossed you'll see these soon! Good Flying! 🙏

@romanmax8561

2 жыл бұрын

I got this one about in no wind I worked well on windy days it gets pushed around so I'm sending it back I'm thinking of getting the hs710 or mini se problem is I here dji mini se has problems with android phones . So I'm not sure now what to get next really

Of all my drones this was the first and so far, the only one that had a fly away. Lost it in a soybean field. Found it about a week later. After a tractor ran it over that is. The HS700E and HS600 are the most reliable Holy Stone drones. Haven't been flying my Holy Stone machines lately. Been using my DJI Mini 2, Autel Evo and my Parrot Anafi. Much less concerned about loosing control of these.

@AlienDrones

2 жыл бұрын

Fly-aways are horrible! I had a Mavic mini fly away once and I never found it, all electronic devices can fail I guess. I'm more concerned with the sub 250g drones for this reason, always seems to be windy when I have the time to fly. Good Flying!

I have a jjrc x11 that makes a very stable hovering. It's cheaper than hs175d but gps reception is far better

Not a bad drone for a beginner, and with the discount it won't kill the bank.

@AlienDrones

2 жыл бұрын

Indeed, not too bad for a smaller inexpensive drone. I've gotten spoiled with stabilized video (either a gimbal or EIS) becoming so common, even on FPVs, that it is still fun to fly but the video isn't really useful for much. Pictures turn out pretty decent though so maybe in a dicey area it would be a good choice in case a tree jumps in front of me... 😎

@SunriseWaterMedia

2 жыл бұрын

@@AlienDrones Those trees are unpredictable! 🌳💨

Good morning great video nice review

@AlienDrones

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

I am wondering where this guy lives. Everyone of his videos had beautiful green grass and scenery...

The video looks good, as for the way it's moving? I don't think it's sturdy enough. It looks like it's going back and forth trying to get it's axe's straight. BTW, awesome shoe's Keith. Thanks for sharing. 👍👍👍

@AlienDrones

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and the comments! Indeed, I thought it should be a bit more stable with GPS. I had a little struggle with the GPS signal but I'm wondering if this was this specific product having an issue. Other HS ones similar to this were stable as a rock, this one was a bit loose for some reason... Still fun, but have to keep it from hitting me in the face, lol... Good Flying!

This was a very helpful review. I want to purchase a drone for my wife who is a complete beginner. For the price point and features it seems like a very good beginner model.

@AlienDrones

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and the comments! Indeed, it controls well, takes decent pics, battery life is good and because the price is great you won't be too crushed if it takes a turn to the dirt... If you use the affiliate link in the description it does help the channel! A bunch of those and I can buy a cup of coffee! 😎 Good Flying!

Great video again thanks!!!

@AlienDrones

2 жыл бұрын

You bet! Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment!

I guess you don't have to worry about a crooked horizon with that little guy. The picture quality was pretty decent. I wonder how well the signal would hold up in a more challenging environment?

@AlienDrones

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment! Indeed, without some stabilization, video isn't the strong suit of this one but the pictures are pretty fair. I wasn't impressed with the signal strength, needs to be kept pretty close. In my testing only about 150m camera transmission, 400m for remote signal distance... It does depend a bit on the local geography so you could get better or worse than I did. Good Flying! 😎

10:18 Well the problem (for Holystone) is that there are drones with a 2- or 3-axis gimbal, and sometimes with EIS also, in this price range. I'm waiting for one under 250 gram with EIS that you can easily carry in your pocket without damaging the gimbal. Must say the camera on this HS175D is decent and no jello. And your review is not bad. But I would like to see the special features. I'm always interested in the follow-me function. So perhaps put all drones on the same test track to see how useful the video is?

@AlienDrones

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and the comments! Indeed I just walked in from testing a new drone and I did test the follow-me and orbit functions just to see if they worked, and they did a decent job. I asked in the video (future publication) for viewers to comment if they actually use these functions or if I'd be wasting their time to show them (I do the majority of my flights manually), so perfect timing! Agreed with the stabilization, the price range is in the area where some EIS would be reasonable, though I expect Holy Stone knows this or is finding that out. That will probably be the next _standard_ just like now GPS and 4k cameras are becoming fairly common. Good Flying!

@driewiel

2 жыл бұрын

@@AlienDrones Many people want a drone to film their activities. But nobody has build a follow-me drone yet as it could and should be. Imagine a bike or skateboard or whatever. You want a drone that sticks to you. The video doesn't have to be super stable 4k blah blah. Small, safe, prop guards, crash resistant, silent, audio signals to the controller to hear where, how far how high, it is flying, controller with GPS (like the Fimi A3 which is really accurate!), return-to-controller, compass follow-me mode ( so it stays in position relative to you like Fimi A3 or for example the L109 Pro), couple of other thing. Of course EIS. No gimbal that can break. And no you do not need obstacle avoidance sensors!!! In fact, rather not! Better people look where they are flying! Yes there si the Skydio 2. But it's too big and too expensive. Yes some DJI drones are ....reasonable with optical active-track. But a 150-200 special purpose follow-me drone? Nope. They could easily make one! Everything is already there on existing cheap drones. So you may not use follow-me yourself, but just look at how many are disappointed that the DJI MIni is crippled by not having either GPS follow-me or active track. How silly for a mini 'backpackers' drone!!

@driewiel

2 жыл бұрын

@@AlienDrones Me with the (120 Euro) L109 Pro. It has a pretty good follow-me. Stays in compass position. Return-to-controller(phone) while in or after using follow-me. I wish it had a better camera! kzread.info/dash/bejne/c5-apdijea7Xj8Y.html My Fimi A3 is something else. Best GPS follow-me drone ever. If you forget about obstacle avoidance. Analog controller with built-in screen and GPS. Unfortunately it's kinda intimidating for people around. Not exactly stealth. Anyhow, plenty people buy a drone for exactly that; To film themselves. If reviewers don't test the follow-me feature the review is not complete in my opinion. But I do like your presentation. Keep up the good work.

I was gifted this drone. Took it out with barely any signs of wind. (My flag out front was still, maybe wind up higher I’m assuming) anyway it struggled, hit home return and it went crazy and started wobbling. Went straight for a tree, cracked an arm, chipped two propellers. Wish I would’ve known it was worth $160+ before I flew it up higher🤦🏻‍♂️ Edit: Also I could not get GPS signal to connect at all.

@AlienDrones

Жыл бұрын

No or low GPS signal will do that nearly every time... 🌪

i bearly got it lets see how it goes

Hi again. Can’t seem to download the gps v5 app onto my s21. “Data package..”. An6 help there cos I am about to return it to amazon..

Tutoriales en español de este tipo de dron

Of course.

This drone is rather nice but if you’re looking for a drone that makes the smoothest videos with literally no shaking and really high quality photos just get the Dji Tello drone which only costs 100 £

I like it

I really haven't seen or even owned a drone that lands on the exact spot it took off from. Everyone of em seem to land about 6-7 feet east of their original take off spot. The only drones I have remotely seen that can actually hit the mark or land fairly close are the DJI models?

@AlienDrones

Жыл бұрын

Exo Blackhawk 2 (Hubsan) has a landing pad search feature that works pretty well, hit the pad 4 out of 5 times in my tests. kzread.info/dash/bejne/m52m2buJo6mrdrA.html

What do you think about flying this indoors? Does the camera focus in close quarters? Thanks

Nice drone

@AlienDrones

2 жыл бұрын

I'ts not too bad, has a few things they could spruce up a bit but the pics weren't too bad!

Kieth . . . I have a HS720e, what I would describe at the next step up from the HS175D. Could you do an evaluation of the APP? I find the Ophelia GO app to be buggy, buggy to the point I'm afraid to fly. There is no documentation available. Even if the drone itself is good, it's no better than the flyer interface. (As a side note, the HS720e I have now is a replacement. The first would fly great with just the controller but would not function when under Ophelia GO control.)

@AlienDrones

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and the question... I'll take a look and see what I can come up with. There is a new drone that just came out, the HS710, trying to see if I can review this one next, but I wonder if it would use the same app? Do you know what native app the 720D uses?

@paulschwab4522

2 жыл бұрын

@@AlienDrones To the best of my knowledge, the Ophelia GO app is the current app intended for use with Holy Stone GPS drones and I assumed it was the app you were using in your review of the HS175D. Ophelia GO appears to have evolved from Ophelia GPS which appeared to have evolved from Bugs GO. There is an App Operation Guide for the Ophelia GPS app (HS700 drone). I have had my HS720e for roughly 60 days. Out of the box, the first drone flew great with the controller alone. With phone & app connected, the drone flew great until it was 20-30 yards away. At that point, it would just make a run for freedom in an expanding spiral climb until it attacked a tree. I had no control at all. There are a number of pilots that report the same drone behavior in the various forums. I repeated this process three times in different venues with the same result. Holy Stone sent me a replacement HS720e and it appears to be flying under full control. There are a couple drone features listed in the drone manual that I can't find in the Ophelia GO app. I did discover a form of flight log that I didn't know existed but found it purely by accident. I find it annoying that you can't explore the app without the drone and controller powered up and ready for flight. BTW, I really do enjoy your channel. PS: I believe the 720 and the 720e are the same drone except the 720e has an image stabilized 4K camera vs the 1080P non-stabilized camera in the base 720 model.

@AlienDrones

2 жыл бұрын

@@paulschwab4522 Thanks for the kind words! The current app for the 175D is called "HS GPS V5" and seems to be pretty stable from the few times I used it. If I can work out getting the HS710, which I believe is a new release for HS, I'll be able to see if this is the App you mention. If so, I'll definitely look into it...

@paulschwab4522

2 жыл бұрын

@@AlienDrones It appears the 710 is Holy Stone's attempt to enter the "mini" market with the same capabilities found in the 720 line. It is listed at 240 grams whereas the 720 is a hefty 500 grams. I hope you get one to evaluate and report on the app as well as the drone.

Beginner here (just got a Holy Stone HS175D). Curious, do you mainly fly the drone by looking at it directly (line of sight), or fly it by looking at the app on your phone, as if you're actually a pilot on the drone? I was wondering how pilots control the drone when it's far away / temporarily out of sight. I assume they just look at the app on their phones. Thanks

@AlienDrones

4 ай бұрын

You should fly mainly with visual line of site with the drone, not looking at the display as it will give you better situational awareness and it this is the FAA rule as well. One time where it does make sense to watch the display a little more is when you are trying to get a specific cinematic shot as small adjustments in the controls will probably be needed to keep the camera where you want it. Good Flying!

For the price and not having to worry about being asked for it being registered I may try it out . Thankx for the review. I wonder what the distance is on this drone?

@AlienDrones

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! I only have a sample of one mind you, but this one was not great. I lost video at 400' and it never reconnected until I landed and restarted the app.

@daveken9936

Жыл бұрын

@Alien Drones I flew to 700 feet no issues then to 1600 feet no issues. Except I was way over 400 feet which is the law I guess.

I'm looking for a drone in this price range to spot fish for surf fishing. Does the camera look/pan down? If so, how is this done?

@daveken9936

Жыл бұрын

The camera moves up and down.

I noticed that it isn't very stable considering there was no breeze. My HS720E is very stable compared to his HS175D.

@AlienDrones

Жыл бұрын

One thing that helps this is the weight and 720e is double the weight at 495g.

Have you tried using the trimmer function for the drift?

@AlienDrones

8 ай бұрын

Yes, it's just the nature of the beast though. Without GPS, even if you trim it up, wind will push it around and make it a bit squirrely to control...

I had a Holy Stone 700D-4K, as it was my first drone and excited to start flying it, later on I learned that it was lacking in a lot of areas. WAAAAY too heavy, BIIIG and bulky, fly time really not the greatest. The camera too big and hangs down below the drone. I had to trade it in for a DJI Mini 2. I'm still learning to fly but I have much more confidence with the Mini 2

@AlienDrones

2 жыл бұрын

No doubt, DJI has raised the bar regarding controllability! I find in my location it always seems to be windy and I sometimes I prefer one just a little heavier and stronger. I struggled to get one home once against the wind, it just sat there in place not able to move and it scared the crap out of me... Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment! Good Flying!

Have a good week

@AlienDrones

2 жыл бұрын

Indeed, I plan on flying more drones, it will be a good week!

@bobbylefebvre6298

2 жыл бұрын

nice can't wait

Is all viewing of the drone only after it records the flight? No viewing as you fly?

@AlienDrones

Жыл бұрын

there is real time FPV as shown in the lower left of the screen here: kzread.info/dash/bejne/d6p_ycd8dpjbpdI.html

@georgebender7519

Жыл бұрын

@@AlienDrones I do see that while you are ground level but once you get some height, you have an insert on the lower left that says this is from the SD card.

@AlienDrones

Жыл бұрын

@@georgebender7519 yes, there's both

How long will controller battery last?

@AlienDrones

2 жыл бұрын

A long time...

gosh i guess i never have any fun!

Great viedos Like When You give the PRICES BE WATCHING FOR MORE*

@AlienDrones

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching, More coming! 🙏

Your shooting is great. Our company happens to be doing a microphone evaluation activity. Maybe you are interested? (This is my first job. It is very important to me. Can you help me?)

I purchased one of these. From the get go (out the box) it had "issues" with flight control. Pairing was hit and miss. Even once paired the unit would wantonly "unpair" itself and then go full on tonto flying at its own will. The "Go to home" function appeared to want to send the drone towards the International Space Station - then shut its motor off and land - well I say "land" - its more like pile itself into the ground at a million miles an hour. Drone sent back for full refund. I can't recommend the Holy Stone range - their customer support is rubbish and on my experience of their product its not far behind utter crap.

@AlienDrones

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing!

@daveken9936

Жыл бұрын

@Alien Drones his comment was utter rubbish. Another person who can't follow directions. I love mine and customer service was and is the best.

@Hungrybird474

Ай бұрын

My first one went rogue . Just got another bnib for $80 👍 from a friend . It was up once , I saw it , he had no issues and doesn’t use so we shall see . I ll come back and complain in a week or so if it fails . People need to know . Of two out of two go rogue , then it sucks

Got dizzy watching the video from the drone.

@AlienDrones

2 жыл бұрын

Indeed, video from an un-stabilized drone camera is not it's strong point for sure, but the photos were fairly decent...

These fly away OFTEN. Had 3, returned them all...

@AlienDrones

2 жыл бұрын

Fly aways are the worst. I did struggle with the GPS on this one as well, hoped it was only the one I had. You are very lucky that you were able to get them back after 3 fly aways. I just flew the newest HS360 though and it was the most stable ones I've flown from HS. Hopefully they have learned what the problem was and addressed it.

@angeloroker88

2 жыл бұрын

I had the same issue not much stability an kept flying away

I got this drone and on 2nd day, when it is flying around 16mtrs height, suddenly, GPS mode is lost (I've been flying in the middle of the city) , a lil bit of gust came from the other side and the drone flew off without control and fell into the lake 500mtrs away. Auto return home function when out of range or 'return to home' button didn't work at all. I had a very shitty experience and NO DRONE NOW. I'd recommend not to buy these unreliable products. Better save up and get a DJI.

@AlienDrones

2 жыл бұрын

As mentioned in this video, I had GPS issues with this drone as well. DJI has fly aways too, but they are pretty good, for sure...

Is it a piece of crap? Yes, it's a cheap piece of crap just like most drones are in this price range. Save your money and buy a little bit better one like a DJI Mini 2.

@AlienDrones

2 жыл бұрын

That's why I bring these products for you guys to view, you can make your determination on something other than what is on the manufacturers web page. _Piece of crap_ might be a harsh opinion but of course it's yours to have based on your needs. I'm sure it may have value for some based on the features and cost, regardless it was fun to fly, but wasn't perfect for sure... It makes a different seeing someone honestly flying these products rather than a produced advertisement for sure. I believe it also helps manufacturers when the see comments and expectations and they don't align with the features of their product, hopefully they guide them in line with what the industry wants and we end up with better products in the end! Good Flying!

@fisherus

2 жыл бұрын

@@AlienDrones That's why I like to watch people like you make these types of videos that expose them for what they are to potential customers, to keep them from wasting their money purchasing drones of this caliber. Also, the same applies to the comments I make about how lousy they are made. There is one advertisement on the internet flaunting a several thousand dollar drone that a guy has left the company for making he has brought to market that is just as bad as the drone you are using before us here that is a huge lie.

@AlienDrones

2 жыл бұрын

@@fisherus I think I know which one you're referencing and it is really bad, a huge scam for sure. I did some research on this on a few months ago and that one is truly a *piece of crap* my friend! Makes me angry it's such a scam.

and the function follow me ?????? bad video dude

@AlienDrones

2 ай бұрын

Apologies the free content doesn't meet your expectations. BTW, they do have remedial classes down at the senior center where they teach capitalization and punctuation of the English language.