HOVER Air X1 REVIEW | Best drone for MTB riding. A game changer?

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  • Опубліковано 22 гру 2024

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  • @510BIGD
    @510BIGD Рік тому +21

    After watching 2 dozen videos on this drone, yours is the first honest review. Even though I'd already figured out that the contrast was going to be a problem, I still ordered it. And yes I think they can fine tune it through some firmware updates. I'd sacrifice a couple minutes of flight time for a sports mode. Thanks. Great video

    • @MTBs
      @MTBs  Рік тому

      Big thanks mate! Glad my message came through.

    • @ColinsCapers
      @ColinsCapers Рік тому

      How did it dodge the trees 😮mine could not

    • @MTBs
      @MTBs  Рік тому

      It doesn’t. Just pure luck. Until it eventually hits a tree 🌴

    • @TubePlanet
      @TubePlanet Рік тому +1

      This is the best X1 review I’ve come across. And I’ve seen way too many.😅

  • @BSmallssalonfindermagazine
    @BSmallssalonfindermagazine Рік тому +13

    I just purchased this drone, and I like it! But there are pros and cons. On the positive side, it does most of what it says it does; on the negative side, there is only a 10 or 12-minute battery life, even though it comes with two batteries, and it takes up to 4 hours to charge 1 battery. I see the advertising showing people getting followed on their bikes; I guess the bike ride is less than 10 minutes long. There is minimal instruction on how to really use it; also, when sharing the video or picture, it's not as clear as the original. I had to research UA-cam to find how to work things; with that being said, I give it a 7.5 out of 10 rating.

    • @TWM12
      @TWM12 4 місяці тому

      tbh my batteries charge in around 30mins for the hover x1

    • @MTBs
      @MTBs  4 місяці тому

      I guess the first thing is to ensure you have a decent charge brick.

  • @weekendbikingwarrior360
    @weekendbikingwarrior360 Рік тому +5

    I've bveen using this same drone for MTB for a little while. Very good review, thank you. The new firmware has lowered the drone height at fsat follow speeds, but it could still do with keeping lower, like you, I've high few high tree branches. The Mic on the phone / rotor noise cancllation is also pretty great, so u can commentate whilst riding. I very much look forward to the further firmware / next gen of this product.

    • @MTBs
      @MTBs  Рік тому +2

      Thanks!
      I usually have a gopro which I take the audio from. Great feature to be able to record audio from the app, but I just don't want to fiddle with any phones when I ride bikes.

  • @Alyssasun353
    @Alyssasun353 11 місяців тому +3

    This is a really great review!

  • @mike.thomas
    @mike.thomas Рік тому +2

    As a user of this drone, mostly for MTB, I agree 100% with your points and suggested improvements. At this point, I think the Hover Cam is a very successful and useful proof-of-concept, and if they can amp it up a little on a few fronts it will be unbeatable for its intended use.
    I must have crashed mine 20 times by now. One time cracked the frame open,but it was easy enough to snap it closed again. We have much denser woods than you appear to have, and in some places the trees aren’t much wider than the bars. If I get any speed at all (and I’m not fast 😅) it easily goes wide and crashes. Over and over. So my footage turns out not that exciting due to being slow and without many turns , though it probably wouldn’t be exciting anyway.
    As I’m sure you’ve found, it can sometimes get itself out of trouble, but I did learn to listen very carefully and as soon as it sounds as though the Hover Cam is struggling, I pull over, stop and look back at it. I almost lost it a couple of times in dense forest before I learned that lesson! One time I looked for probably 30 minutes and almost gave up 🤷🏻‍♂️. I’m personally glad I went with white, for exactly this reason.
    I keep meaning to do a video showing what it takes to get a two minute riding video in the can when using this little guy on our trails 😆. I still love it, though!

    • @MTBs
      @MTBs  Рік тому +1

      It's a tough little thing! 😅 One thing that I would like to have is a find me function. I want it to beep after a crash or when it's stationary.

    • @mike.thomas
      @mike.thomas Рік тому +1

      @@MTBs Yes, I've had that thought myself. It seems as though it would probably only require a firmware change since it obviously already has a speaker, and at least part of the time seems to know that it has crashed.

  • @gobikeyourself
    @gobikeyourself 8 місяців тому

    Awesome review and a very hones take on the hover air x1. It'S not yet there, but I fully on board with your wishlist. If those boxes are checked, I'm in!

    • @MTBs
      @MTBs  8 місяців тому

      Thank you! Yes, it's getting there. There is a new firmware out now with a side track function that I'm keen to try. But it needs to be a bit faster to keep up with bikes I think. Let's hope a future X2 will bring some speed!

  • @MrAjayz
    @MrAjayz 5 місяців тому +1

    Hi, they have released a new version called Hover X1 Smart but it’s only in Japan. However, on Monday 8th July 24 they did an international release and I ordered one, which arrived today. One main difference is the done no longer folds up. It’s still charging and hope to give it a go later on this weekend.

    • @MTBs
      @MTBs  5 місяців тому

      Cool! I guess it’s a lightweight version?

    • @MrAjayz
      @MrAjayz 5 місяців тому

      @@MTBs Yes, it’s only 99grams, smaller and it DOES NOT fold up. (Which I thought was strange, since that’s was one of its beast features) I think it’s because it’s meant to be stronger.

  • @stefangroenveld
    @stefangroenveld 11 місяців тому

    This is an excellent review of this mini drone. Your video is also a pleasure to watch. Thank you for creating this content and your effort in putting these things together.

    • @MTBs
      @MTBs  11 місяців тому +1

      Thank you, mate!

  • @MarriedToTheKGB
    @MarriedToTheKGB Рік тому +1

    the best review of this drone i have seen. Too many limitations I think to buy until the next model but very good review

  • @swMotobiker
    @swMotobiker 7 місяців тому

    The Information about the Speed was very helpful. I thought about using it with my motorcycle, baut this would Not habe worked out! So thanks for that!! ✌️

  • @MilindaHeist
    @MilindaHeist 10 місяців тому

    I’m definitely in agreement about sports mode! I would also like to see a side dolly track mode for open spaces to video me riding my horse in a field or while jumping. Thanks for your review it really helped me so the potential for horseback riding.

    • @MTBs
      @MTBs  10 місяців тому

      Cool!

  • @growingupisatrap6688
    @growingupisatrap6688 Рік тому

    I have this drone & would highly recommend the Peli 1040 case. The drone fits perfectly & tightly with up to 4 spare batteries

    • @MTBs
      @MTBs  Рік тому

      Great tip there! I would like the case even a bit smaller though, so that I can easily fit the case/drone in a smallish pocket. I can keep the spare battery in another pocket somewhere.

  • @Bobbie_Lee84
    @Bobbie_Lee84 Рік тому +2

    4:02 it looks like it about to hit those branches until cut into other scene...

    • @MTBs
      @MTBs  Рік тому

      Oh yes, it certainly did. It must have crashed more like 15-20 times during these test days. So open areas or places with less branches are better places to fly.

  • @Hawaaaiii
    @Hawaaaiii 2 місяці тому

    Nice review , thanks !

  • @bertschuh5720
    @bertschuh5720 Рік тому +2

    Thank you for one of the best reviews I have seen on this. Im pretty sure I want this to supplement my Instra 360x3 footage of trail riding. Also think this would work well for some video of xc-skiing, which would be awkward or impossible to get with my Insta 360. Just waiting to see if they offer a Black Friday discount!

    • @MTBs
      @MTBs  Рік тому +1

      Thank you! :)
      Zero Zero Robotics told me that there will be a 15% discount on this drone during the Black Friday period.

    • @bertschuh5720
      @bertschuh5720 Рік тому

      I wonder when that starts? Currently $399 USD on their web site

    • @MTBs
      @MTBs  Рік тому

      "We will be having a 15% off Black Friday sale from 11/20 to 11/28."

    • @seahog32
      @seahog32 Рік тому

      I'm thinking about this for skiing (backcountry so not too fast) as well but I wonder how well would the bottom sensors (the ones that are keeping the drone at a defined height above the ground) work above the white surface.

    • @MTBs
      @MTBs  Рік тому +1

      @@seahog32 I'll get out in the snow later today to test. Stay tuned!

  • @JohanMolleborn
    @JohanMolleborn 6 місяців тому

    Thanks for a great review!

  • @CactusJackSlade
    @CactusJackSlade 11 місяців тому

    Great review, thanks! The Skydio is/was the undisputed follow me drone campion with incredible obstacle avoidance.... but they just stopped making it last year and this little drone will most likely fill that void. If they make one with obstacle avoidance it WILL take over the follow me drone market! Good stuff 🙂

    • @MTBs
      @MTBs  11 місяців тому

      Thank you! I didn't know the Skydio 2 was discountinued. Wonder why (honestly)?
      I think the Skydio 2 is a much more competent drone, but it's nothing you can put in your pocket.

  • @510BIGD
    @510BIGD Рік тому +1

    Is this drone capable of shooting a scenic shot without the operator in it. ie, fly up and take a shot of a lake or mountain, or pan around.

    • @MTBs
      @MTBs  Рік тому +2

      It has a few automated modes, but the drone basically only faces the user who started the drone. You can fly it manually with your phone as a controller too, in a pinch. It can only fly like 20-30 meters away from you before losing the signal.

    • @mike.thomas
      @mike.thomas Рік тому

      Agreed, if you want to do anything like landscape or architecture higher than 50ft and with really nice quality, you will want a DJI or other dedicated drone with a better camera and controls. I think of this drone as being good for quick and dirty selfie videos. The app is not comfortable to fly with IMO, and range is very limited.

  • @SimonHollandfilms
    @SimonHollandfilms 7 місяців тому

    radio microphone for audio noise cancellation direct to the drone. no phone please.

    • @MTBs
      @MTBs  7 місяців тому

      A tall order. I’m thinking of using an external wireless mic 🎤 instead that can connect to the phone/app.

  • @briansadler5225
    @briansadler5225 6 місяців тому

    Great review!

    • @MTBs
      @MTBs  6 місяців тому

      Thanks mate!

  • @chblancoj
    @chblancoj Рік тому

    Great review!

  • @SFBenjaminK
    @SFBenjaminK 4 місяці тому

    I'm getting ProMax model it's going to released next month or two Can't wait is HUUUGE upgrade

    • @MTBs
      @MTBs  4 місяці тому

      Yes, it looks promising and pretty much addresses the issues I have with the Air X1.

  • @grahamjones7070
    @grahamjones7070 11 місяців тому

    Could you put a link on for the hard case you were using to store the HoverAir in please.👍

    • @MTBs
      @MTBs  11 місяців тому

      I think I have this one: gopro.com/en/us/shop/mounts-accessories/replacement-hard-shell-camera-case/ABMIN-001.html
      I got it with my Gopro 9.

    • @grahamjones7070
      @grahamjones7070 11 місяців тому

      @@MTBs Thanks very much👍

  • @cadilacdesert
    @cadilacdesert 5 місяців тому

    if drone loses you it stops and hovers. you turn around and pick it will pick you back up again. Very clever devise!!

  • @TW-rr6qb
    @TW-rr6qb Рік тому

    cool review! this helps a lot!

  • @markroberts7866
    @markroberts7866 Рік тому +1

    Sometimes it’s hard to setup an iPhone on a small tripod next to a jump having something hovering next to a jump while you session it might be cool

    • @MTBs
      @MTBs  Рік тому

      Yep, I sometimes do that with my Mavic Mini. It's great to be able to put it anywhere in the 3D space. It might even work using hover mode where it tracks you at the same time. Have to try...

    • @mike.thomas
      @mike.thomas Рік тому

      @@MTBsHover mode does work quite well, plus it keeps the drone out of trouble!

  • @ZeroZeroRobotics
    @ZeroZeroRobotics 11 місяців тому

    Hello!Could we have your permission to repost and use it on our official website, social media, and other platforms, either permanently or for one year?

    • @MTBs
      @MTBs  11 місяців тому

      Hi! Absolutely! 👍

  • @on-Moo
    @on-Moo 11 місяців тому

    Hello, if you look at the official site or other people's boxes, it's "hover air x1." What's different from "hover camera x1"?

    • @MTBs
      @MTBs  11 місяців тому

      Hi! Where do you see “hover camera x1”? Anyway, there is only one drone available from zero zero robotics currently.

    • @on-Moo
      @on-Moo 11 місяців тому

      ​@@MTBs Thank you for your reply 😊 Have a great day sir.

  • @coleycole2nite
    @coleycole2nite Рік тому +1

    Does anyone know if using it in forward face mode will work
    If you are wearing any type of mask since it uses facial recognition?

    • @MTBs
      @MTBs  Рік тому

      There is a segment in the video covering that. It’s called Dolly track. Works with a mask but you can’t ride fast.

    • @coleycole2nite
      @coleycole2nite Рік тому

      @@MTBsok thank you! I need it for a music video where masks will be worn, and Dolly Track mode is what I would need for the shots. However if it has trouble in Dolly track with masks due to facial recognition scanning then it would be a waste of money for me to purchase it. So thanks again for your response!

  • @jimallen8238
    @jimallen8238 Рік тому

    I wonder if this could be used indoors for real estate promo videos. Would it steer clear of walls if I had it follow me around the house?

    • @MTBs
      @MTBs  Рік тому

      There are no collision sensors, but since you are walking at a slow pace it will follow your path. Even if it should bump into a wall, nothing would happen. There is a cage around the propellers.

  • @Adreno23421
    @Adreno23421 10 місяців тому

    Shooting looks amazing. Wrong color, soft, not the best contrast. But is quite amazing at being an immersive action shot.

  • @fishingwithbarrett4505
    @fishingwithbarrett4505 Рік тому

    what kind power bank for drones? i need to get that.

    • @MTBs
      @MTBs  Рік тому

      Any old power bank will do. Mine is a generic 10 000 mAh.
      Charge speed matters though (amp output). It takes 1 hour to charge 1 battery from zero with my basic power bank. 🔋

  • @Bruno-pq6yk
    @Bruno-pq6yk Рік тому

    How long it takes to charge the battery? How long a full charge last?

    • @MTBs
      @MTBs  Рік тому +2

      It takes between 30-60 minutes to charge 1 battery depending on method. Flight time is around 10 minutes.

  • @cadilacdesert
    @cadilacdesert 5 місяців тому

    You guys take a lift up the hill?

    • @MTBs
      @MTBs  5 місяців тому

      In the bike park, yes! 👍

  • @grayart_production
    @grayart_production Рік тому

    Hej! Bra production! Vart ifrån beställde du Hover x1 drönaren? /Magnus🤙

    • @MTBs
      @MTBs  Рік тому +1

      Hallåj o tack! Jag fick drönaren av Zero Zero Robotics. Vet inte var man köper den bäst men jag fick en länk av dom som även står i beskrivningen om man vill köpa den direkt av dom. Sista dagen med rea idag förresten (möjligen imorgon oxå).
      bit.ly/3Pnoa68

    • @grayart_production
      @grayart_production Рік тому

      @@MTBs tack!

  • @bulletproof9836
    @bulletproof9836 Рік тому

    So speed 30km/h the drone cant keep the records?

    • @MTBs
      @MTBs  Рік тому

      Top speed is 25 km/h.

  • @mahidbenito8228
    @mahidbenito8228 11 місяців тому

    Would it be avail on lazada?

    • @MTBs
      @MTBs  11 місяців тому

      Sorry, don’t know what lazada is. I have a link in the description though which is international.

  • @luizadolphs6084
    @luizadolphs6084 9 місяців тому

    Uhmm… I’m planning to buy this one to record me while sandboard… the speed shouldn’t be a issue (maybe acceleration)

    • @MTBs
      @MTBs  9 місяців тому

      Sandboard?? What’s that? 25 kph is the top speed, but I don’t think acceleration is an issue.

  • @jacquesraymond6892
    @jacquesraymond6892 10 місяців тому

    It would need an obstacles avoidance system like the DJI. This way it wouldn't run into the trees in forest conditions.

    • @MTBs
      @MTBs  10 місяців тому +1

      Yes, it would be great with at least a front facing sensor!

  • @edwardlin2941
    @edwardlin2941 3 місяці тому

    Thanks

  • @zenarc2588
    @zenarc2588 Рік тому

    Awesome, thinking of getting this for my electric skateboard videos 😁 now i own fpv drone, but i cant shoot myself hahaha. Also we have the same helmet 👍

    • @MTBs
      @MTBs  Рік тому

      Cool! Yep, that's my biggest challenge. How do I film myself (with any action camera), since no one else wants to film me. :)

  • @mahidbenito8228
    @mahidbenito8228 11 місяців тому

    How to buy this drone?

    • @MTBs
      @MTBs  11 місяців тому

      Link in the description.

  • @NicholasZak
    @NicholasZak Рік тому

    In order for this company or anyone to make “action” footage worthy drone. A stronger signal that’s attached to the user should be implemented…like an all on the “IPhone” while the drone harnesses that signal. Something along that nature…then you can go faster doing whatever you do. I would use this for my car videos and snowboarding.

    • @MTBs
      @MTBs  Рік тому

      I think the tracking is the strong point with this drone. It doesn't need a beacon like the Skydio 2. Some software tweaks would go a long way.

  • @YaThinKnow
    @YaThinKnow 9 місяців тому

    Anybody try a Go3 35gram camera on top yet?

    • @MTBs
      @MTBs  9 місяців тому

      Why would you want to do that?

  • @MYnextDIYbikePROJECT
    @MYnextDIYbikePROJECT Рік тому

    Nice! 👌 I’ve been looking for a drone but never found the useful due to the time of setup and to steer them when I ride. This is a different thing. To bad on the speed and camera.

    • @MTBs
      @MTBs  Рік тому +2

      Your dirty arse will not be prettier just because you film it with a better camera. 😜

    • @MYnextDIYbikePROJECT
      @MYnextDIYbikePROJECT Рік тому

      Haha, true, but my bike is the star of the show, not my dirty ass! 🤪

  • @marbasfpv4639
    @marbasfpv4639 7 місяців тому

    It needs a tad larger propellers. Its too noisy with those tiny propellers it comes with.

    • @MTBs
      @MTBs  7 місяців тому

      It is a bit noisy, but I actually prefer that - to be able to hear that it still follows me when i bike. So in this case it's a positive.

  • @MichaelRelevant
    @MichaelRelevant Рік тому

    Don’t you have to have a drone pilots license to legally use that footage in a monetized video?

    • @MTBs
      @MTBs  Рік тому

      Yes, that's correct that you need a license! I already have a license since I own a DJI Mini and that license covers the Hover as well.
      I don't know where you live, but if you live in the US you need a license for montizing drone videos. Not the same laws here in Europe. You simply need the license to fly.

  • @cadilacdesert
    @cadilacdesert 5 місяців тому

    This thing is fun but limitations. Especially if you hammer your bike. won't keep up! well worth it

  • @MotoTrail
    @MotoTrail Рік тому

    Thank you for the review. Is it a sponsorship or not ?
    We are into adventure Bike Riding .. Do u think a drone can follow at 50km/h, as u say than it need more speed ?

    • @MTBs
      @MTBs  Рік тому +1

      Not sponsored, but I got the drone for free. Zero Zero Robotics didn't have a say of the contents in my video, but they were actually quite cool with my more "negative" comments and passed them through to their development team.
      Max speed is 25 km/h which is too slow for motorbikes.

  • @letsgoletsgoletsgoletsgoletsgo
    @letsgoletsgoletsgoletsgoletsgo 11 місяців тому

    to all the cons you listed , the makers know ....they are creating demand for the next version .... they think of upgrades 3-4 versions ahead before they launch the first one

    • @MTBs
      @MTBs  11 місяців тому +3

      Yes, of course they're developing the next Hover as we speak. But they actually released a new update last week which makes the turns tighter in the follow me mode. So maybe there will be something else coming for this drone too.

  • @Shuttterbugg
    @Shuttterbugg 9 місяців тому

    How is this not a game changer brotha

    • @MTBs
      @MTBs  9 місяців тому

      It kind of is. It will most certainly steal sales from DJI. But the camera is like 5 years old.

  • @Ipsissimus
    @Ipsissimus Рік тому +2

    Nah that's kinda crap.

  • @quazar912
    @quazar912 4 місяці тому

    this can`t match Skydio 2...infact no drone can

    • @MTBs
      @MTBs  4 місяці тому

      Agreed, but you cannot really buy the Skydio 2 anymore and it doesn’t sit well in your pocket.

    • @quazar912
      @quazar912 4 місяці тому

      @@MTBs true, but my point was on reliabilty for accurate footage. still, second hande drone are available. Don't get me wrong, I'm abot to buy one for myself, I need something small and lightweight, my mavic 2 pro is way to big and heavy to carry sometimes

    • @MTBs
      @MTBs  4 місяці тому

      I’m thinking that when/if DJI enters this market segment, we will see some interesting stuff. Right now Zerozero robotics owns this market and maybe a bit of competition can be healthy.

  • @ragon747
    @ragon747 10 місяців тому

    This is not you want? go and do better if you can! 😂😂

  • @remmett1088
    @remmett1088 Рік тому

    Bro thinks he can blackmail HOVER

    • @MTBs
      @MTBs  Рік тому

      I'll let you know if it worked! ;)

  • @AnotherCG
    @AnotherCG 8 місяців тому

    Carefull with such dumb terms as game changer. The difference between 1 and 1.00001 falls under "change". I have no idea which unit of measure or superlative "game" falls under. So the term is meaningless.

  • @billsanders4
    @billsanders4 Рік тому

    I've have this and make mtb videos. It's got a few limitations but overall I've gotten some good content. You know there are plenty of other higher end drones out there will follow you as well.

    • @MTBs
      @MTBs  Рік тому

      I think Skydio 2 is the best drone for tracking fast moving objects, but that drone is too big to bring on every bike ride. I wouldn't want to use DJI Mini 3 o 4 in a dense forest though, tracking is not good enough in my opinion and the consequenses with crashes are too high.