Our quick take

The alternative to consider…

DJI Mavic Pro

GoPro Karma drone - 4.0 / 5

GoPro Karma review: Design

  • 365 x 224 x 90mm (folded); 1kg Foldable arms & replaceable propellers Ships with hard case/backpack

GoPro Karma review: Controller

  • 5-inch 900-nit screen 720p resolution 4-hours battery life

GoPro Karma review: Features

  • Four pre-programmed flight patterns No obstacle avoidance system

GoPro Karma review: Performance

  • 22mph wind resistance 35mph maximum speed 10,500ft maximum altitude Up to 20mins flying time

To recap

It may not be as technologically advanced as its biggest competitor, but it is incredibly simple to control, and doesn’t require a smartphone. It battles with the wind, and wins and is capable of supporting existing GoPro Hero cameras.