Hubsan X4 Pro H109S Long Range FPV Flight Test Review

Pro's
- Long range (1000m) range of both quadcopter control and FPV video transmission.
- Large 7000mah battery for long endurance (over 25 minutes) flying.
- 1080p remote controlled video camera.
- Telemetry including GPS status, range, speed, height, remaining battery power, quadcopter position (latitude/longitude)
- Flight modes include GPS Position Hold, Altitude Hold, Headless Mode, Return to Home/Landing. This quadcopter is a real speed demon in Altitude Hold mode.
- This basic version includes single axis (non-stabilized) remote controlled gimbal, another fixed gimbal for mounting camera phones, and an automatic emergency parachute recovery system (recommended if flying over property or people). Parachute recovery system does not come with the higher end gimbal equipped X4's due to weight limitations (can't safely simultaneously carry the parachute system and a heavy stabilized gimbal).

Con's
- Requires FAA registration.
- FPV screen is somewhat small. Can use third party goggles and screens to view real time aerial video, but telemetry information may not be viewable with such.
- Does not come with SD card and card reader. Must purchase separately.
- Parachute recovery system weighs close to 200 grams. If not needed (example flights over empty fields), recommend not installing to save weight and improve flight performance.

Specifications
Type: Quadcopter,RC Simulators
Brand: Hubsan
Features: 360 Degree Surround,5.8G FPV,GPS
Motor Type: Brushless Motor
Functions: Automatic Return,Camera,Forward/backward,FPV,GPS location tracking,One Key Taking Off,Turn left/right,Up/down
Built-in Gyro: Yes
Level: Advanced Level
Age: Above 14 years old
Connectivity
Remote Control: 2.4GHz Wireless Remote Control
Channel: 7-Channels
Detailed Control Distance: About 1500m
Battery: 7,000 mah
Flying Time: 25-40mins
Product weight: 1.400 kg

Package Contents: 1 x RC Quadcopter, 1 x Transmitter, 1 x 11.1V 7000mAh Li-Po Battery, 1 x Charger, 2 x Landing Gear, 1 x Camera, 1 x 1-axis Brushless Gimbal

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[DustinDunnill]

Hey 101. Thanks for the cred on the parachute video. Much appreciated. Great review demo bud. Keep on keepin on :)

[TurnFullCircle]

Hi, I am a total beginner to quads and I think this channel is just for taking the time to show us all your fun and very informative reviews...
Chris
Derbyshire
UK.

[GeorgeBonez]

For those who may be interested. The Hubsan x4 pro 109s HE works great with my 5.8ghz Fatshark attitude goggles.

[marjamada]

Love your videos. Thanks to your review (and others) of the H501s, I just got one. It's the same controller as you have in this video, but the Tx antenna on mine looks shorter, so I want to ask about swapping for a longer one for use with a parabolic booster. Can you recommend one? Thanks for all you do.

[Splitscreen]

Really like your reviews. Always sounds like you're genuinely having fun. Cheers.

[steveh]

Hi, great video, did you notice the white artifact in the middle of the screen on the quad camera? At first I thought it was my screen, but its def on the video of the quad, as, it moves slightly, whether its a reflection of the sun etc not sure its only small, but once you see it, cant take your eyes of it...

[willd.]

I love Hubsan and learned to fly on one, but they are not in the same league as DJI. No one is really. If you've never flown or owned a DJI you might not understand or think the difference isn't that much, but believe me, it is. I am surprised that there isn't another TRUE competitor to DJI after all this time. They are more expensive but worth every penny. If you're considering this or a Phantom 3 or 4, get the Phantom. Better camera, longer range, the video looks like you have a tripod in the sky. These are toys compared to DJI

[MrDwaynecasey]

Thanks for the review. Seems like a pretty decent deal. I was wondering if the battery was fully charged? It looks like you got under 10 minutes of flight and battery was close to being spent. Also wqs the gimbal working? It seemd that the video was a bit shaky for a gimbal.

[ChrisParayno]

isn't there one with a gimbal that they've been advertising back then? great review

[aerialphotos]

I've enjoyed your videos for years.
"Question", is image stabilization better on the Hubsan Zino than the X4 pro?
Thank you for your great videos.

[totheedgeacademyttea]

On a serious note which would you say is better? the hubsan x4 or x4 pro? they are not much in price difference & I watched you review them both. Cheers👍

[timwithers]

Thanks for another great review on the back of which I bought this, BUT guys please check your motor screws as two of mine had totally unscrewed and were loose in the clear plastic LED covers and I had only had a couple of short flights which is more than a little worrying for such a great Quadcopter.

[umutmelek]

Hı :) nice video . Thanks. :) Which do you think ? fee is insignificant. Important, fly to distant. Hubsan x4 pro, Dji Phantom 3 advanced .?

[seanbrooks]

I just yesterday received my H109s. Just wanted to give you and anyone else an FYI. These have had VRS Issues (Prop Wash) when coming down. Long story short here. I got blades for a 3DR Solo, and also a set of Master Airscrew props for a 3DR Solo and put on this H109s. The blades are a bit more costly, but they take care of a costly bird anyway. If you notice on the backside of the 109s prop how it is curved in some, thus not getting complete air manageability//lift, and the other 2 styles are straight, thus getting that little bit extra air Manageability and lift.
Now my Hubsan H109s has no VRS issue unless I descend stupidly fast.

[dhoser]

Great video but how do you set the Return to Home parameters (altitude and speed)? Thanks

[Betatrials]

I still use my 109s it's great put a 3 axis gimbal on and a decent camera it's fantastic

[kfmm]

I love your videos friend, would you please answer me this question!
What do you think is better, this Hubsan or Dji phantom 3 Standard?

[robinrai]

Wow, this is actually really affordable! I'm still going to build one myself, but this seems to be a great option!

[sleachpots]

Thanks for all your great videos ! ...I would love to see a test on the Autel x star premium with your thoughts ! ..at your convenience.

[alanculbertson]

For 600 $ it's well worth it dji is better yes but for what this is I feel safer flying this ...thank you for this review I'll be buying this today