Customer Ratings & Reviews

I had two other GoPros back in the days. Both were horrible. Decided to give a try for the 11 mini. OMG. First attempt dead on arrival. Contact go pro and after months got that crap replaced. The new one doesn’t connect to my phone, doesn’t record anything. Literally a $300 useless piece of garbage

Working great on my Fpv drones . It easy to operate & I can get it going fast

Hard to use. Not very long lasting, did not like it, app wasn't very good

Super nice picture, alittle heavy but nice . Would recommend

I had always wanted a GoPro so when I saw this one, I seized my opportunity. When it came, I was like a kid at Christmas. The camera comes with a case, USB-C cable, an adhesive mount, which woukd come in handy for mounting to a helmet. It also has a mount with a thumb screw for more mounting options. I opened the package right away and popped in the memory card I had to provide. I downloaded the app, turned on the camera and synced them. Some updates were necessary and I had a bit of difficulty following the scrolling instructions on the small screen but I was able to set it up. Looking the camera over to familiarize myself with it, I was pleased to see lots of thoughtful features. The camera is tiny and fits easily in the palm of my hand. It has stabilization, which is good for me. My hands can get shaky when I try to take pictures. It also works well for action filming. The quality of the video is great, especially for something so small. According to the information, the camera resolution is significantly better than 4K. It sure looks great. The footage uploads to the cloud automatically when the camera is plugged in when it is connected to your home internet. I'm not sure I like that. I'm still learning how to use this device but I hope there is a way to get around that. After uploading to the cloud, your footage is sent back to yours phone as a reel. There are a lot of great features, including horizon lock. It is also waterproof.

Go pro is a very well know company but the put no time into there product, the go pro hero 11 mini is a very cheap quality for the price. it turns off on its own and is very hard to function the app doesnt even work. I tried recording my sons, baseball at bats but it doesn’t turn on from the app it sucks having to turn it on from the carmera its self. The app is to avoid that, and you cant take picturs wich is a down fall for it to be a camera.

GoPro official website states all generations HERO8 and newer work as a webcam, however it does not. After reading the whole page at the very bottom the HERO11 is listed as non compatible, even though at thd top is say it will work.

This is my fourth GoPro and they just keep getting better and better. I was surprised when I opened the box, the 11 Mini is much heavier than it appears and is well constructed with a large metal heat sync on the back. Initial setup was straight forward - download the GoPro app if you don’t already have it, and turn on the unit. It will automatically go into pairing mode and the app found it immediately. There was an update to it right off the bat which happened quickly. The Hero Mini comes with just two buttons, a Record button and a Status button which handle everything about the camera - from recording your video to adjusting the settings. There is also a small two-line display on the top of the unit but the small size makes it very difficult for me to read without a magnifying glass. I do like the quick start feature - simply press the shutter button on top and the camera powers on and begins shooting immediately and will time itself off after a few seconds when you press it again to stop recording. Operations There are two modes of operation for the Mini. Easy Control gives you three preset options - all having to do with resolution and battery life. Pro Controls gives you seven shooting options with three of those dealing with time lapse and three for playing with night time light tails. Unlike easy controls, each of the seven pro options is totally customizable. All the modes worked as expected and shot great video. The footage from this little device is stunning. The motion is buttery smooth, especially at 240 fps. Unlike other GoPro’s, to get a still, you have to export a frame from your video rather than just snapping the button. While a little more effort, the resulting photos are really nice. The GoPro Hero 11 Mini is a hot little camera - really. I’ve been able to get it to shut itself off due to heat just by recording indoors for 15-20 minutes. Although the instructions indicate this is a possibility, I thought it might have been due to an older SD card so I got a new one and had the same result. The back of the unit is mostly all heat sync but it seems without cooler air blowing over it during recording it can’t cool the unit quick enough which makes me wonder about using it outdoors during hot summer days. In colder outdoor temps i was able to get it to record till the battery ran out which amounted to about 50 minutes of video in two segments. Yes, the Mini splits larger videos into smaller segments which you can shut off in the settings. Speaking of battery life, the Mini 11 has an internal battery that is not user replaceable so know that if you are planning a long day on the slopes or sun, you will only get about 50 minutes of footage from a single charge and recharging takes a couple of hours. You can use the camera with an external power source but this kind of defeats the purpose of such a small portable device. GoPro has jumped on the subscription bandwagon and clearly wants you to be a part of it. The app shows it on start-up regularly. The yearly price for this is only $50 but the app does offer a 50% discount for the first year. Not only does the subscription allow you to upload footage to the cloud for easy retrieval but it unlocks some of the advanced editing features in the app. You can of course edit the footage in any video editor as well. There are also PC/Mac versions of software that also have a paid element to unlock advance options. The app also has a feature that matches music to your shots for great uploadable videos. Even with several limitations, I give the GoPro Hero 11 Mini five stars and recommend it to anyone looking for great videos from one of the smallest action cams around.

It was in open box excellent condition and only few dollars cheap still not even powering on

We ended up returning this one since it wasnt what we wanted. It doesnt have a preview screen, but its perfext for adventures as its lightweight

Only reason why I'm giving this thing one star is because I absolutely had no choice. The GoPro11 Mini simply won't pair to my phone. I've tried to do the manual update process that is recommended on GoPro's website. I've spend around 8 hours trying to pair this garbage actioncam to my phone. From what I've read online is that this problem is a VERY common occurrence with GoPro 11 and GoPro 11 Mini. This is probably the reason why the release date was pushed back by 2 months.

I don't mini 11 I don't use when I will use let you know witch one you send me for that not one star even

Terrible camera and app. Customer service is not helpful either Ill never buy a go pro again

I have a GoPro Hero Black 10 and this feels like a miniature version. It has a lot of the same benefits that the Hero Black 10 has, but it’s smaller. Aside from its size, the better thing to mention is the rear mounting point. The Hero 11 Mini still has the bottom mounting point, but the dual options make this a great option for POV type shoots, like a helmet or body mount. Sure, being the mini version means that you lose out on the screen, but if you intend to use this more for POVs and body cams, I didn’t feel like the loss of the screen was a big deal. You can still use the Quik app to preview and set up the cam in the correct position before you start shooting. I’ve used GoPro mini versions before and the lack of these mounting options didn’t make those versions as usable as this one does. With all of that said, I would recommend this as a secondary camera. I think together with a full version Hero 10 or 11, you can get some great secondary shots, using the larger for the main focus of your shoot, which the Mini can provide an alternate view. If you don’t already have a GoPro with a screen, using this as your main camera is going to take more work. As mentioned, you can use the Quik app to preview what the camera sees, which helps to work around the lack of a built in screen, but it takes a bit more time than pointing and shooting.

Love is so far. 50 character minimum required in the reviews.

Do not like, slow to upload and cannot see what's filming

Can't say enough good things or things that haven't already been said about these little cameras. This is the third go pro we've had over the years now. This is the perfect size to record pretty much anything you want. We've used these for hunting, fishing, motocross and now plowing. You can attach this anywhere. Take it anywhere. Swap as needed. Easy to charge. Easy to hook up. Easy to review and edit. Even our oldest likes to play with the older model now and pretend he's he's a YouTube creator or professional racer. I appreciate the ease of use with these and how reliable they are. I can't think of an issue we've had with this model or previous ones honestly. The picture quality gets better with each model and these newer ones are even more user friendly than some of the first few models but you can't go wrong with a go pro period. If you need to record anything or just want something for memories and fun you need this. I've recommended this over and over to people and will continue to do so.

Let me save you from reading this entire review: Don’t buy this HERO11 Mini! Spend the extra money and buy the HERO11 Black! When this camera was announced, my first thoughts were, what market are they going for? Where are the camera's viewing screens? The HERO10 Black introduced front and rear screens. They were incredibly helpful in determining what the camera sees from the front if you’re being featured, or from the rear if you’re directing. I don’t understand why GoPro would take such a huge step back by removing BOTH screens. The advanced video resolution, 5.3k at 60fps, is very impressive. Dual mounting rings on the rear and bottom gives you more options for providing different camera angles. The heat sink on the back of the camera is a bonus, because unless it’s mounted, this camera kicks off serious heat, which drastically robs you of battery life. The image stabilization is crazy! Camera shake is virtually non-existent. I attach my GoPros to my bike's handle bars, and no matter how bumpy the trail, this camera smoothes the video beautifully. So, when you’re watching your footage later, you won't get motion sickness. GoPro cameras have a ton of remarkable features, and I could go on and on about them. Let me get to why I don’t like this camera: 1.) Installation was a pain (compared to other models). I’m used to using the rear display screen to set up and adjust my camera settings. To go from that, to setting up your camera using only TWO buttons was a pain in the brain! Also, the LED display is only two lines, and each line is approximately 10 characters. 2.) This camera locked up constantly!! The red light would remain lit, and neither of the buttons would do anything to unfreeze it. Finally, I held down the power button for about ten seconds and it eventually responded; until it locked up again! …and then again! 3.) I charged this camera for hours, and when I tried to set it up, it only showed a 50% charge. Which brings me to my next point: The battery is non-removable! When I rode using my other GoPros, I always brought extra batteries so I can make changes mid-ride. Can’t do that with this puppy! When the battery dies, you’re done recording. This camera is a huge step back for GoPro. Other than its amazing videos capabilities, this feels like a first-gen device. The price point for this camera is way too high. I have a HERO7 Black and a HERO10 Black, I’ll stick with those, and make the 11 Mini my backup cam. To reiterate, spend a few more dollars and buy the HERO11 Black. You’ll get a whole lot more bang for your buck.

I’m sure it depends on what you’re accustomed to, but I don’t miss having a display screen on the camera and I’d rather have the smaller form factor. With this mini, you can do all the usual setup and live view via the Quik app on your phone. It does take a few seconds to connect to the camera’s Wifi, but I don’t find that to be inconvenient. The camera’s always going to be mounted to my helmet or a tripod when I’m getting ready to use it, so I’ve got both hands free to use the phone. It has voice control, but that’s only for starting or stopping the video capture which you can also do with the button on top. You also lose the capability to plug in things like an external microphone, but that’s not something I need. What you gain is a very compact camera that rides much better on a helmet and only weighs 4.7oz. It also has mounting fingers both on the bottom and the back so you have more options which can be very useful. These are also compatible with existing GoPro mounts if you happen to already have some. The back is now a heat sink, so you may need to keep that in mind when mounting it. The user guide mentions a lack of air flow around the camera can contribute to overheating. It also says the ambient operating temperature is -14 to 95 degrees F. In the south, our summertime temps are well over 95 so that may become an issue at some point. The manual does suggest that capturing at lower frame rates will let it run cooler. The initial setup and firmware update was super easy and went smoothly. It comes with a nice carrying case, but you’ll have to provide your own micro-SD card. The Quik app tries to really sell the subscription for automatically uploading videos to the cloud, but I’ve found it’s convenient to work with videos without the subscription. You can save a video to the app, then view the media in the app and “save to phone” to export it. The video quality and image stabilization are just amazing, and what everyone has come to expect from GoPro. Even bouncing around on a rocky road it somehow manages to produce a smooth video. Other than the default video mode, there are six other capture modes that all seem to be variations of time lapse. There’s Timewarp (record frames of video at set intervals), Star Trails, Light Painting (long exposure at night for using lights to “paint”), Vehicle Light Trails, Time Lapse, and Night Lapse. You can also live stream with it (Facebook, twitch, YouTube, and “other” options), but apparently can’t use it as a web cam. It doesn’t have a removeable battery, so if you’re planning an all-day activity you’ll have to be prudent with your battery usage. It takes about 2 hours to charge from nearly empty according to the user guide. If you’re using it for a long time lapse or something, then you do have the option to plug it in to a power source but with the hatch open it won’t be waterproof. Overall, I’m happy with the mini and I’m looking forward to using it while riding and doing some time lapse capturing. If you’re looking for the smallest possible GoPro and can live without a display screen then I think you might like it as well.

The Hero11 Mini Black is the newest iteration of GoPro's ultra-portable camcorders and continues the company's reputation for excellent video quality with a comprehensive suite of options. However, you need to understand where it fits vis-a-vis the non-mini variants. Specifically, this product is optimized for action video enthusiasts and so some features have been sacrificed. For example, you cannot directly take snapshots (still pictures) with this model. The video resolution and frame-rate do provide sufficient quality for you to extract still images from the video stream but some folks are likely to find that to be an inconvenience. Likewise, there is no functioning 3.5mm audio jack to support external microphones. GoPro claims they have incorporated 3 internal microphones but I found the audio quality to be lacking. There is also no screen, only a small LCD status display. All of these things result in a unit that is lighter, smaller and cheaper, but can also be limiting. On a positive note - I really like the fact that they worked on the water-proof access door so that you can actually open it without breaking off your fingernails! There are also mounting spots on both the bottom and sides and the unit ships with a couple of connectors for fastening options. The unboxing and setup was pretty good. Once again GoPro has provided a very nice carrying case. Like almost all new products today there is no charging brick - just a USB-A to USB-C cable. The app downloaded and installed without any problems on my Android phone. Startup was typical - there were a few hiccups until everything settled down with my WiFi and Bluetooth connections. The initial charging cycle seemed to take longer than I expected and it is difficult to determine the charge level through the LCD screen. The app simply said "charging" without showing me progress but ultimately it does seem to work. Step 1 was a firmware update that completed without any issues. The app is quite comprehensive and I am still finding new features. Some are quite useful while others (such as voice control) seem a bit gimicky. If you are looking for a a single-button action camera that is small, rugged and provides excellent video in multiple formats, then you need to give the Hero11 Mini Black a serious look. If you are looking at the successor to the GoPro full-function line then you might need to look at the full Hero11.