Holy Stone HS360S Spydi Sub 250g Drone - Intelligent Flight Features - Test and Demonstration

In this video I fly the Holy Stone HS360S Spydi bargain drone and show you a few of the automated flight modes the drone offers. I also program and fly a short waypoint mission.
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[@BlairAir]

Ahhh! Another Holystone Moment! I'm not sure why I felt you needed a sportscaster voiceover, but there you go. TRIVIA TEST: What do Holy Stone fanboys call themselves? "Holy Stoners" 😅😂HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA😂😅

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Ha! I'll steal that one John! 🤣

[@0rez]

I'm convinced Americans that use the metric system whilst still living in the US drink soy lattes.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Nope, I spent a career in the dairy industry, however, I do agree soy milk is good. I also drink Bud Light.

[@BlairAir]

"We want to stay above the treeline because it would not see any trees" - I posit that it WOULD see the trees, and record them for posterity - as it did demonstrated it's undocumented Kamikaze not so intelligent flight mode.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Ha! Yes, John, that would be the last thing that it sees. 🤣

[@Mycologist_Expediter]

I am going to do a review on it today it's going to be a short little but I just ordered it yesterday and is gonna be here today because who cares to pay 11$ extra for fast shipping lol

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

It's a great drone for the money.

[@andyl6416]

Love mine. If in uk, there's one on raffall

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

The little drone flies great!

[@PaulieCav777]

🥲My Advice on This (1*Star) Drone is “Save your Hard earned Cash”, & Spend it on a DJI Quality DRONE ! No Gimbal is Unacceptable,…Sorry to anyone who Thinks it’ll Keep you Satisfied for Very Long🤷‍♂️😌…Just being Honest Here,…but Can’t Fault you for Trying Marcus…Thanks. Now, on to Your Quality Videos 👍😌…lol

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

I do not disagree at all. You cannot beat a DJI Mini. However some folks can benefit from a cheaper alternative. Thank you!!

[@femiomomo4467]

And the photo quality?

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

The photos can be tough to frame without a gimbal. 👍

[@jimanderson4865]

Hi Marcus....Except for the jitters. The resolution was clear enough though. I'm sure this drone has it place.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you Jim! It's a toy, but it flies good, and is a bargain too.

[@Matanumi]

Tis a popular cheaper drone ....... But man that gimbal.... if it's not 3 axis then it's not worth the money! Buy a used mini 2 instead

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Yeah, it needs a gimbal badly!

[@joeamericauavfordav1096]

Marcus, Outside of the video shake (Which is really bad), the video quality on this toy is not that bad. Have you ever tried any Post video stabilizer software. I don't know ho much of the shake it will take out but there are cheap ($15.00) post flight products like "Ashampoo" that say they will take out the shake. Again though, I have to agree with what you said that a toy with these features is actually pretty amazing. I know it is not DJI quality video but for a toy it is pretty clear. Thanks for sharing.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Yes, this one is for people that don't want to spend much money, yet still want a good experience. Thank you for watching!

[@SupraStringing11b]

Video cuts and freezes on mine after 1500 feet. It’s advertised to fly 2 miles. It’s not even close. It’s incredibly unstable in 5mph winds as well. This is a child’s toy at the most.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

It is a bargain drone for sure. 👍

[@nightlightabcd]

I like flying mine but true to comments, the videos are indeed shaky and wobbly, but flies great! Put on a stabilizer on this and they have something better. A three axis stabilized gimbal could challenge the DGI.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

I'd love to see this drone with a 3 axis gimbal. 👍

[@gmivisualsjason3729]

Great value for money........please please please put a gimble on it!! Lol

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

I agree Jason, this one needs a gimbal!

[@mcgrath16511]

another nice video!! i really scored when i got mine, right after they released this one!! has a code from holy stone and then tied it in with an immediate discount from amazon,, cost before taxes... $79.95!! yeah they caught on to that deal pretty quick and it disappeared LOL! , then in the app there is a " get your free battery" tab.. so another battery is in my possession.. the more i fly this the more i like it!!

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Wow! yes, you really got a great deal!!

[@Scot-land]

I know it's not prefect but honestly don't think the camera is that bad yes on windy days it can be bad but on nice days like the day you had here it didn't look to bad

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

It's a fun little drone! 👍

[@Labyrnthdom]

I just got this drone. Going to take her up today. Calibrated it ladt night

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Have fun with that new drone!!

[@MattysRCWorld]

Thats so weird, the fpv feed looks smoother then the damn footage coming out of the camera hahahaha....good job buddy!

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Yeah, you don't buy this one for the great video. 😂

[@BASSstarlet]

"than" not "then"

[@rayofsunshine107h]

Amazing it can handle that altitude..thanks for being so brave to try it out for us..😊.. Question: is it Remote ud compliant?

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you! Because the Spydi is a sub-250g drone it is RID compliant.

[@rayofsunshine107h]

Great point! Another question--would it be compliant for a Part 107 pilot? Does it have RID?

[@brianrobinson1637]

Marcus, as always, great review. I've been looking at this drone and the potensic atom se. In your opinion, since I've watched both of your reviews which one of these would you recommend?. Thanks in advance.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

I like the price point on the HS360. Both of them need a gimbal.

[@brianrobinson1637]

Thanks for the feed back Marcus. I just purchased this drone (hs360s) to start my drone experience.

[@eharphyde]

Can the videos and photos be easily downloaded to my iPhone or iPad?

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Yes, you can save direct to your phone.

[@CAMTechChris]

Excellent video Marcus, as usual! Thank you for sharing.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you, Chris! This one is a toy, but well worth it for a beginner.

[@BASSstarlet]

Just a bit more volume in mic would be nice :)

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Yep, I should have turned it up a little. 👍

[@stevekolstad4445]

get a mini se

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

I agree, if you can afford it. This $100 drone is good for someone on a budget.

[@LAP1050]

Hi Marcus, not too many pilots doing tests on inexpensive drones. Not everyone can afford 💵💰a more sophisticated drone but would like to get out and have some fun. Thanks for taking the time to do this.👍🇺🇸

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

I so agree with your statement. I'm glad there are decent lower priced drones like this one.

[@georgekelly1948]

Good demo, Marcus. That little drone has interesting features as you have shown.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

It's little more than a toy, but well worth it!

[@martynmcnally9384]

Got the hs360 for my birthday the other week. I’ll probably keep it until the summer then upgrade to a dji mini 2se for the summer once I’m a better pilot

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

The HS360 is a great drone to start with for sure. 👍

[@Cozydrone]

I had the dji air 3 for 2 weeks,it is just amazing.the best $1,700 I have ever spent.i am very happy with dji 🤗😁👍😊👌🇱🇷.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Yes, the Air 3 is awesome!!!

[@jeffeynboo]

H Marcus - I love watching your videos. Big fan! I purchased the HS360S just to fly around my neighborhood, sometimes without connecting my phone. The RC controller actually does provide speed information as well as height and distance.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Yes, it's perfect for the kind of flying that you describe!

[@uksewingmachineservice7030]

Nice one mate it's not a bad drone mate great info on it Don 🤠🇬🇧👍👍👍👍👍

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you Don! 👍

[@peterpaul1675]

Super Marcus 👌🫶👏✌️

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you Peter!

[@henrytaaffe7058]

hi Marcus .great review.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you for watching Henry!

[@RDsRCReviews]

Thanks for testing out the intelligent flight modes. I also ran out of battery so I was only able to test a few of them in my review. I never felt motivated to do the follow up yet showing the rest of those features. The code my rep gave me dropped it down to $140 so it seems that we all got different codes which is funny and also weird. As you how I also had some issues with the connection at 1/2KM which was disappointing so unless it's due to some Wi-Fi interference over the fairgrounds then it is a bit disappointing. No doubt it has better range than the other Holy Stone models except maybe the 720R which I had no issues at 1/2KM even though it is WiFi based. It is odd that the app doesn't force you to do a compass calibration on every flight. Most of them force you to outside of the high end drones like the DJI that obviously can recognize and compare abnormalities or drastic location change that would require new offsets. Maybe the Spydi is able to do that?

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you, Ryan. This drone is the best bang for the buck GPS drone that I've seen.

[@RDsRCReviews]

@@IdahoQuadcopter I agree, there's nothing else at that price that can do this much

[@Nine_883]

My first couple of drones were Holy Stone. They are at a beginner price, but with all of the app difficulties, calibration, and disconnects these are actually not that “beginner friendly”. I am glad you feature these on your channel but a low level Mavic Mini is sooooooo much better. I mean like literally 10 times better and easier to fly. Those thing have so many app disconnects and freezes it’s just frustrating and nerve racking for a beginner. Just don’t freak out when the app disconnects. The radio link is usually still connected and the return to home function on Holy Stone is pretty good. So if you lose the app you can still fly it home. Their GPS is usually pretty good though. Main thing is the app and that WIFI connection. Of course you know this so my comment is really just for the people who are drone curious. You will be doing the drone dance calibrating the compass every time.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

I agree, if you can afford a Mavic Mini, it's a much better choice! 🙂

[@UKBUBBLERS]

I wonder if you filmed in 2.7k in 30fps would the quality look a bit better. But whata great toy and it done everything it was meant to do and for the price I don't think anyone good argue with that... Great video as usual Marcus 😁 👌 👍 🇬🇧

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you! Yes, it's most definitely a toy. Not bad for a starter drone. 👍

[@finnybflyin]

Hi Marcus! You and Captain Drone are the only KZbinrs I have seen testing out the cheaper drones. I bought a $67.00 drone just for fun and when I flew 30ft over the water it LANDED in the WATER! Then I pulled out my Mini 3 Pro and continued flying for the rest of the day. I ordered my Air 3 yesterday and I cannot wait! By the way, you did hit the record button on that droney. 🤓

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Ha! Thank you! 🙂 You will really enjoy that new Air 3! 👍

[@Matanumi]

Half chrome does it as well.... There's really nothing special too these units- they all suck

[@finnybflyin]

@@Matanumi Yes! And that is why I sent three cheap drones to my 2-year-old great nephew. The perfect starter drones.

[@detroitwain5914]

I just got this for Christmas as an entry into drones. I'm excited to fly it. Thank you for a brilliant well explain video. Shown me so much looks brilliant. I am in uk. Thanks again for well informed video l.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Have fun! The Spydi is a great little drone!

[@massiegeorge]

I have this drone. It is a pretty good flyer. (it's no mini2se) Mine has the speed and distance/height telemetry on the remote contrl screen. Also When I fly it with the GPS off it seems to fly way smoother not sure why but since I use it to practice flying around my park I really don't need the GPS for flying so my videos are way smoother.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

That's it, it's a great drone for just flying around the park etc.

[@X-se6qy]

Whats better this one or DJI mini se2?

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

DJI Mini 2 SE amzn.to/3Zb26yK

[@X-se6qy]

@@IdahoQuadcopter I'm a new subscriber.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

@@X-se6qy Thank you!!

[@Strongmindset-k6f]

This is the second one I guess

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you for watching!

[@Strongmindset-k6f]

No problem

[@femiomomo4467]

I like your new intro😊

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you!

[@FredHarvey-wp2qy]

Thanks, Marcus! I had no idea how important a gimbal is on the camera! For a while I was wishing my chair had a seat belt on it. I just had to hang on to my desk to keep myself during some of the bigger rollercoasters moments. For a drone that inexpensive, it did remarkably well.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Ha! Yes, this one needs a gimbal badly. 🤣

[@donaldhughes1629]

Just received mine yesterday, thank you for all the information.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

I'm glad I could help! Enjoy that new drone!

[@robertbdrone6835]

OK Marcus, I need to start catching up great video let’s get that bird in the air

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Yes indeed! Thank you Robert!

[@Blueskyver]

Great review and testing, Marcus. Thanks.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you for watching Thanos!

[@jadope1]

You made up my mind to teach new ones...no avoidance, have to learn how to really fly like I had to way back, and also replaceable $!! Also...has all the camera features of the big $$$ ones to learn about. No gimbal teaches more flight control. I think a true trainer! They can make up their own mind up what to buy after that without putting someone else on the spot. Awesome follow up vid!

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you for tuning in. Yes, this one is perfect for a cheap first time camera drone.

[@jadope1]

Sometimes scares them away though@@driewiel after their first crash...altitude hold I think is really helpful for a beginner...yhea, no GPS is needed. That first liftoff is what makes or breaks keeping that future pilot!

[@jadope1]

HaHa...yha...me..early 70' rc planes and then on to my privates and fun ever since..never did held a commercial though. Had a farm to run so did a lot of spray pilot stuff@@driewiel ...which is a learning experience in itself!! Still, fly, but just for fun, which makes the drone great for a coffee mornin'!!

[@jadope1]

@@driewiel Agree...AI has numbed minds for normal learning...