90
Jim Fisher
PCMag
“for creators and enthusiasts flying under recreational rules, the Flip is as good as it gets for the price and is our Editors' Choice for entry-level drones.”
Critical Assessment
What Critics Praise
- Folding design
- Integrated prop guards
- Lightweight
- 4K camera
- Intuitive follow‑me modes
- Stable video with three-axis stabilization
Points of Contention
- Limited obstacle avoidance
- Wind sensitivity
- No dedicated controller
- Skimpy 1.9 GB built-in storage
- Lack of Remote ID restricts professional use
- Image quality is modest
Professional Reviews
4 reviews from 4 critics82
Steve Dent
Engadget
“it's one of the most useful creator drones yet.”
80
Sam Kieldsen
Wired
“I'll start by heaping praise on the first-of-its-kind folding design, which I adore.”
80
James Abbott
TechRadar
“When it comes to image quality, however, it sits at the beginner end of the scale, and if you don’t require the vlogging / selfie drone capabilities a standard camera drone would be a better option.”
