The drone market is getting a breath of fresh air with the Hoverair X1 Pro and X1 Pro Max, which are direct competitors to established brands such as DJI. These compact drones are characterized by their low weight, impressive camera functions and innovative designs, which make them interesting for drone enthusiasts and professional users alike. Having recently tested the Hoverair X1 for ourselves, the two Pro models have more powerful features.
The most important features:
- Lightweight: only 192 grams for the Hoverair X1 Pro, even lighter than many competitors.
- 8K camera: High-resolution camera function for razor-sharp images.
- Foldable design: Space-saving and ideal for transportation.
- Maximum flight time: Up to 30 minutes in optimal conditions.
Compact power: The Hoverair X1 Pro and Pro Max
The Hoverair X1 Pro and X1 Pro Max were developed to offer powerful drone technology in an extremely compact and lightweight housing. Weighing just 192 grams (Hoverair X1 Pro), the drones set new standards in terms of portability. The X1 Pro Max is just as big and heavy, but delivers a better camera.
While the X1 Pro can record in 4K at 60 fps, the X1 Pro Max even allows videos in 8K at 30 fps. In 4K, videos are even possible at 60 fps and HDR, and both models are also capable of slo-mo recording in 4K/120.
Another outstanding feature is the foldable design, which makes it easy to take the drones with you, whether traveling or to your next shoot. This mobility combined with the high resolution makes them the ideal choice for content creators looking for a lightweight yet powerful drone.
The Pro Max can also be connected via Wi-Fi 6 at speeds of up to 1.2 Gbps. Vision-based collision detection is also offered, which uses the camera to detect and avoid obstacles.
Camera and flight performance
The camera of the Hoverair X1 Pro and Pro Max not only supports up to 8K video, but also delivers impressive images in low light conditions. The image stabilization ensures that stable and sharp videos are produced even in windy conditions. These technical features make the drones particularly interesting for film and photography professionals who value quality and flexibility.
In addition to the camera functions, both models have intelligent obstacle detection and autonomous flight modes that make controlling the drones easier, even for beginners. These modes include automatic flight routes as well as “Follow Me” functions that allow the lens to always be aimed at the user or the subject. In terms of flight time, the drones offer up to 16 minutes of flight time on a single battery charge.
Technical data at a glance
Both drone models, the Hoverair X1 Pro and X1 Pro Max, offer similar technical specifications, with slight differences in flight performance and battery capacity. The main features include:
- Weight: 192 grams
- Camera: up to 8K resolution, image stabilization, support for low-light shooting
- Flight time: up to 16 minutes
- Foldable design: Compact and easy to transport
- Intelligent flight modes: Autonomous flight routes, “Follow Me” mode, obstacle detection
Conclusion
The Hoverair X1 Pro and X1 Pro Max bring strong competition to the drone market and impress with their compact size, excellent camera quality and user-friendliness. Thanks to innovative features such as 8K cameras and a foldable design, these drones are particularly interesting for creative people and technology enthusiasts who attach great importance to mobility and high-resolution image quality. The manufacturer has not yet announced prices and availability, but has already launched the official website.
