First Impressions and Shortcomings - 8k HoverAir X1 ProMax

With the highly anticipated release of the HoverAir X1 ProMax, did this drone live up to the hype? In this video, I talk about the amazing video quality of this new drone. However, out of the box, the ProMax is missing a lot of promised features.

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[RockyVisionMotovlog]

3 drones behind you like a paparazi chasing you 😂

[shred]

Got my X1 Pro with Beacon today. The US$428 X1 Pro price (no Beacon) I thought wasn’t too bad. Extra US$144 for the Beacon.
The big thing for me as a cyclist is the 42kph speed can keep up which my previous Hover X1 could not. The DJI Neo was an immediate no go as it’s too slow too like the original X1. Also Neo misses that X1 feature of folding away. To slip in my cycling jersey pocket or frame bag has been a huge advantage with the X1 for my needs.
Anyway just day 1 for me. Haven’t encountered any bugs as yet so looking forward to a gravel biking adventure with it next weekend!

[MomentumProductions]

great video bro, it was also awesome seeing you in SF!

[rgee]

The comparison we've been waiting for

[Peakabike]

Speed is where it's at with this new generation !
Interesting it didn't crash in the branches at the end, my X1 probably would have. Their "AI" tracking really mimics onboard sensors.

[DokoGaTV]

Mahalo again for another great video and all the info. I anxiously await the delivery of my Hover X1 ProMax 🤙🏼

[DjFuNkysara]

You did it ! Thanks for comparing both

[driewiel]

You were calm and assertive the pack leader.

[stephjant]

Loved the intro flying 3 drones. Great fun. Although the Hover X1 Pro Max has a great spec, it costs an eye watering amount of money. The DJI Mini 4 Pro Fly More Combo costs a lot less. Even the DJI Air 3 Fly More Combo costs less than the new X1 Pro Max. That said, the big limitation for me with the NEO is speed - and tracking speed in particular. Other YT videos suggest the Neo stops tracking at around 20 km/h so it’s not very good for following me on a bike unless I’m going slowly and definitely won’t be any good following me while skiing. I’m not in a rush so I think I might just hang on and wait and see if DJI brings out a pro version of the Neo.

[MarathonMadman]

That was awesome to watch, (you sounded like a madman doing the experiment….😂)

[UPHILLPHILL]

Great video, exactly what I’m looking for to help guide and educate my understanding on these two devices. I’ve not yet received my X1PM so thanks for sharing such great quality content 🙌👍

[gregb]

I was hoping the X1 would come with 360 degree obstacle avoidance, sadly its rear sensor seems not to work that well either. The only positive seems to be the camera, but is it worth that price difference? And remember that price is Indigogo price not local pricing after import duty tax and retailer mark up. The Neo and X1 already includes all that

[KingKola_]

The neo is just way too over sharpened in this video, while the Hoverair max's video quality far exceeds neo's, i'm not sure i'd pick that over the neo due to the vast price difference, and if i'm gonna be using a drone for activities like that, i don't really care much for supreme video quality. I'll use the mini 4 pro for cinematic video. But i do love what Zerozero is doing with their hoverair though, especially with the beacon. Thanks for the video.

[gregb]

I saw another YouTuber flying both the Neo and new X1 pro together, they also crashed into each other the Neo was still in one piece, however the X1 battery separated. And that was only 1.5 metres in height!

[alphasportstv]

Dunno...Neo looked crisper with better color. I know they say Neo is oversharpened but...Neo is less than half the price. I just got the DJI last week and tried it on a moderately gnarly downhill MTB trail in the woods, sadly it got hung up by a tree in the first 5 seconds, then had great difficulty following me down a twisting, wooded trail, parking itself 4 more times, and I was only going about 1/4 normal speed. It would likely work better in the open. I'm hoping the Hover w Beacon might perform better for MTB in tight spaces, waiting on more vids of this subject matter. Cheers

[robbart]

Nice idea to compare those drones and preparing further tests and reviews
I am surprised with by many Indiegogo bakers and also tech youtubers that they are disappointed with X1 pro/max new drone and not understanding or explaining what is indiegogo product launch
I mean indiegogo product is an investment to support the manufacturer and its product developpment with being rewarded a discount versus what it will be when officially distributed
This drone will have regular new firmware and should become what it has been advertised and maybe even better
This has been true for many drones and other indiegogo products for many years
Your strong expertise has given you the chance to get this frone for free but your viewers should be aware of the above ;-)

[BhupenderSingh-mmrk]

2:05 "VIDEO ENCONDING" They really released everything in haste it looks like.

[VisionMTB]

They all get hung up on real singletrack going around turns with trees sadly. If you want to simulate that look, you have to use a 360 camera mounted on a stick. For quick b-roll, the X1 is your best choice.

[rustystuff]

I love multitasking. Great review; thank you.

[Avoletta-qsnf]

Cost has never been a limiting factor for me as drones usually keep incredibly good value on secondary market... BUT I would never buy such an expensive flying object without any decent care refresh plan from manufacturer. I'll wait for the NEO Pro...😊