Customer Ratings & Reviews

don't buy by the range is terrible tried to get batteries the company told me a few weeks didn't wanna wait took it back to best buy paid 44 bucks extra and got a DJI better drone with plenty of accessories to buy

This is the first drone I’ve had since my old Parrot drone years ago. I really love how far drones have come and some of the convenience features of the P30. First are the size and weight. This little guy comes in just under the weight where you need to register with the FAA, which makes it especially great for beginners. Furthermore, it folds down like the more expensive drones and is easy to take with you. Included is a great hard case which holds the drone, remote and up to two spare batteries if you keep one in the drone, for a total of three. Given the 20 minutes of fly time, that’s an hour of flying fun! I got this on a fairly windy day but was dying to try it out, so I loaded up the app and headed to the park. I’m not sure what the wind speed was, but it was a little gusty. Despite this the drone was able to keep itself stable throughout without any extra work on my end. I like that the app has a beginner mode that keeps the drone nearby without fear of messing something up. The remote is also great. IT has a built in clip for my phone so I can see the camera view while flying, and the joysticks come off and store in the base to make it easier to pack. Vantop included an extra set of the joysticks for when I inevitably lose one and a few extra props, too, It does not include an SD card which is necessary for video recording. I initially had trouble getting it to read some of the cards I had laying around, but had instant success with a new one out of the package. I’m going to chalk that up to the fact that I’ve reformatted these cards with weird formats in the past for various Linux applications. I highly recommend purchasing a fresh MicroSD card along with the drone so you can get right to flying it. Video quality is so-so. While it’s capable of capturing 4K video, it’s only at 20 FPS, which looks choppy. I chose to use 2.7K at 30 FPS which looks much smoother. I wish 1080P at higher quality was an option. Maybe in a future update! Captured video was somewhat washed out and displayed a lot of rolling shutter, to be expected on a lower-end drone. Also, there is no mechanical gimbal on this, just rubber bushings to absorb some shock, so video is a little shaky. However, this is all easy to overcome with some good editing software. I loaded up my test footage into iMove and ran the fixes for rolling shutter, did the automatic color correction and stabilized the footage and it looked MUCH better. It should be noted that with most editing software these fixes are quick and simple, so it’s much less work than it sounds! Charging is done by charging the battery directly into a USB-C charger, which is way more convenient that the plug-in charger on my old drone. This way you can even plug the battery into a portable battery pack or car charger when on-the-go, which is really handy! The app has a lot of modes that some of the more expensive drones include, like the ability to follow you (tried it walking around the park, really cool!) and a way to set GPS waypoints and send it on it’s way automatically. I found starting up the drone and calibrating it very easy, something that can be difficult with some drones. Just flip it over vertically and then horizontally a couple time and set it on a flat surface. Boom, you’re ready to fly! I have yet to have calibration fail on me after the first try. If I had the means I might spend a little more to get something with better video quality right out of the box, but as a starter drone this one does very well with a minimum of extra effort in post production. If you’re not too worried about video and photo quality, you can certainly get some good footage without the extra effort, The tweaking just takes it from good to great.

As the title says, this is a decent little drone. It was a little difficult to setup and the "Slide to Unlock" for takeoff requires you to hold your finger press on your phone longer than I would expect, but once you get going it works really great. The instructions could also be a little clearer on powering on the controller as well but once you figure it out, it works every time. The app does need an update though as key functionality like takeoff, landing, and other key functionality is obscured by the Dynamic Island on my phone making it a little difficult to access quickly in a pinch. That being said, it just makes the process take a little longer and still works well. The video is also pretty good for the size of the drone. On that topic, it weighs only 249 grams, which is light and also will exempt it from requiring FAA Remote ID software which will go into effect for larger drones this Fall. The unit also advertises 20 minutes of flight time with no payload, which I can confirm. I got about 30 minutes of fly time actually (the first time I used it) and that was with multiple power downs and restarts as I was trying to get the hang of things. The controller on the other hand lost almost half it's battery in that amount of time. I thought the controller itself would have a better battery life so I was a little disappointed in that. The controller also has a digital battery percentage however I noticed it would go up and down on power up so I'm not super convinced of its accuracy. I would also see it drop quickly in real time. The drone battery life itself is communicated via the controller and I was notified on the controller/app and via flashing red light on the drone battery itself letting me know the battery was about to die. I tested that feature a bit and it was still able to land safely under power a few minutes after this warning came up, so that's a great feature to protect the drone from damage. It also handles really well but I did have some difficulty with takeoff from a grass area (the propellers are very sensitive and not all would power up if they came in contact with grass), but it took off just fine from a hardscape area. Overall, I only took away a star because of the difficulty in setup and the app compatibility issues with the Dynamic Island, but these items will hopefully be resolved with software updates, which would make this a five star review.

I don’t like because the remote it’s hard to turn it on and off you have push hard

I’ll start off by saying that there isn’t much if anything bad I can say about this drone. This is the first higher end drone I have used and the second one I have owned after a toy one which I found incredibly hard to fly. This drone is very easy to fly. It is very stable and stays put in the air when it is not supposed to move. It is very easy to control it with the controller and does everything it is told to do. If you have never flown a drone before, this is a great one to try out and you will not have any problems flying it. When first starting, the directions give you a few steps to do to calibrate everything. Make sure you do this exactly as written or things won’t work correctly. Move the sticks in the 5 o’clock and 7 o’clock positions to get the propellers moving. This is not obvious without the directions. Flying it is a simple as moving the sticks around to move, rotate, or change the altitude. After landing, you have to hold the left stick down for a few seconds to turn off the propellers. I don’t know if this is the correct way to do it, but it works. I initially made the mistake of turning off the controller while the propellers were spinning even though it was on the ground and it shot the drone straight up into the air. I had to quickly turn the controller back on to bring it down to the ground. I’m not sure why it did this. Maybe it had something to do with the GPS Return to Home? Who knows but it was a little scary until I realized not to do it. The video and photos look great. The videos are sharp and colors vibrant. They are also very stable and you don’t see and kind of vibration or jitter when flying it. The videos look amazing. There is an app that you can run on your phone to see the video being shown and recorded live. This also works great. I did run into a problem at first where I couldn’t get the app to talk to the drone at all even though I had my phone connect to it over WiFi. I finally discovered that you have to turn off Bluetooth and cell service on your phone to get the phone and drone to talk. This is a bit of a disappointment as there are now more steps I need to do on my phone before and after flying. And I can’t use my phone at all when using the drone. Hopefully this is something that can be fixed. It folds and comes in a really nice small case that stores everything together. In order to fit the controller into the case, you have to unscrew and remove the thumb sticks first, and then screw them on again when you want to use it. Again, extra steps that should be unnecessary, and make sure you don’t accidentally drop and lose the thumb stick when attaching or removing it. I also hope the treads on the controller that hold the thumb sticks last. Overall, great drone that I will have many hours of fun playing with it, and will have some great videos to watch and show my friends. I will be using it a lot at home and especially on vacation.

The Snaptain P30 drone is a lightweight marvel, weighing under 249 grams, making it easy to transport and not requiring registration. It boasts a 4K camera for impressive video and photo quality. With built-in GPS, it ensures precise positioning and has a return to home feature for added safety. It's user-friendly, stable in flight, and offers great value for both beginners and intermediate users. Happy flying!

The quality of the video or photo is very poor. And I were have to pay a 15% restock fee, for a poor quality product

as soon as i started it up i was ready to return. thing went hay wire

The remote stopped working after one very short flight trial

Take off option and drone would take off and crash

The weather here in Ohio has been pretty lousy lately with heavy winds and rain, but I was finally able to get this drone out for its first flight. This is my third drone and while it isnt on the same level as my other two, it is ideal for my kids to use. This drone is lightweight, has a 4k camera and is pretty easy to learn to fly. It is very compact and I was happy that this came with a protective carrying case to store the drone when I'm travelling or when not in use. It came with only one battery, which i was kind of dissapointed about and it has about a 20+ minute flight time. The battery takes a decent amount of time to recharge as well. About 2 1/2 to 3 hours. I havent been able to find a spare battery, so that kind of adds to the reason behind the 4 star review. I guess with it being newer, perhaps they arent available yet. I tried not to compare this to my higher end, more expensive drones so that I could give it a fair review and that was kind of difficult given my experience with them. All in all, i would say if you are curious about getting into the drone life, you could do worse than this model. It is entry level and you will learn the basic skills of flight with it. It worked fine with my iPhone 13 Pro and it also works with Android. I think for the cost and ability to learn without breaking the bank, I would recommend this for newbies and those who have some curiosity about getting into drones.

This is the first drone I’ve ever used so I am truly a beginner. Upon unboxing, there is basically everything you could need to get going right in the box aside from an SD card which isn’t required to fly. You need to pair your phone with the controller and the controller to the drone to fly and I didn’t have any trouble doing so. The directions worked well for me during set up, I didn’t have any issues with this step. I’m far from being a pro, but after a few drops and crashes I felt a little more confident in my abilities. Thankfully this drone is durable! Video quality is really impressive. I was shocked at how clear the images are, but they can be grainy at times if you’re trying to zoom in on stuff. The app that’s used is simple enough to use. I found that the battery life was about 20 minutes. I guess this is decent enough for a hobbist to play around with, but not if you needed it for a functional reason. The battery took about 3.5 hours to fully charge. If there is some sort of upgrade for the battery I recommend investing in it.

This is my first drone and recently picked up the P30 while it was on sale for $20 off. The drone has an amazing amount of functionality for the price, and was very approachable for a first time drone. Unfortunately I had an issue with the drone getting damaged and it was unclear if it was my mistake or a defect. The team at Snaptain was great to deal with, in under 48 hours they were shipping me out a replacement for the issue I had! Really dont see customer support this good anymore and they have a long term customer in me now. I would highly recommend this company!

The Snaptain P30 drone is catered to drone enthusiasts of all skill levels. This compact and lightweight drone is portable and hassle-free to travel with. It comes with a 4K camera which lets you capture aerial views in high definition. 
Flying the P30 is super simple thanks to its built-in GPS system, and in case of signal loss or low battery, the drone automatically returns to its starting point using the Return to Home feature. With real-time transmission, enjoy smooth image streaming from up to 1640ft away. 
The controls of the P30 include an easy-to-use remote control and a mobile app that streams live video directly to your phone. 
Included with the Snaptain P30 drone are essential accessories such as a remote control, a battery, extra propellers and screws. A USB charging cable, storage box, protective guards, screwdriver, and a user manual are also included.

I bought this drone as a gift for my partner, and it turned out to be the perfect choice. The sleek design and premium packaging made for a stunning and memorable present. My partner was overjoyed when they unwrapped it, and it instantly became their new favorite gadget. The ease of use meant that they could start flying right away, and the stunning aerial shots they've captured have been nothing short of impressive. It's not just a drone; it's an experience. If you're looking for a gift that combines style, functionality, and endless fun, this drone should be at the top of your list. It's a gift that keeps on giving, providing hours of entertainment and unforgettable memories.

If you’re a beginner with drones, the Vantop Snaptain P30 with its reasonable price point is squarely calling for your attention. It doesn’t have long range control which makes sense because as a beginner, you wouldn’t be comfortable flying it out of sight. But, other useful features are also sacrificed to hit the price point and low weight. For example, there are no sensors for avoiding obstacles. Normally this won’t be an issue as long as you fly line-of-sight and it’s a very calm day. But if you use the automated return to home feature, there’s no guarantee it won’t run into a tree, especially if wind gust comes through. Speaking of wind, the drone’s light weight really requires conditions to be as calm as possible. My first flight with it was on a day with winds at the upper end of the recommended flying conditions—and the video was very jerky. The image quality on the video itself was just ok for a home movie. It’s blocky and the wide angle lens distorts the horizon. I have a hard time recommending this because once the novelty of flying a drone for the first time wears off, you’ll start wishing for more features.

This is a great entry level drone with some higher end features. We have a kids drone, this drone and a more high end drone. I was interested in this drone as our son has had a lot of fun with the kids one but isn’t quite to the level where he could easily use the higher end drone. I was looking for something we could use as a family and teach our son at the same time. This came in a great carrying case that fits everything nicely. Additional blades are also included which was a nice bonus. The case feels like it would be fairly protective. The controller or remote is a little bulky compared to what I’m used to but feels sturdy. My only complain on the remote is I do have to remove my phone case to get my phone to fit securely but I have the same issue with our high end drone so it’s probably a me issue more than a remote issue. This charges fairly fast and the battery lasts about what I’d expect at this price point. The app took a minute to get connected but we’ve had no issues since then. It’s fairly straightforward and I’d say user friendly to get this up and running for your first flight. The drone itself looks very similar to our high end however it is quite a bit lighter. I’m hopeful this will stand up to repeated flights being on the smaller side. This is a lot of fun and I’d recommend this for families looking to have another outdoor activity or for tech savvy kids looking to learn. The video quality is what you’d expect of 4K as well.

I do love this drone for what it was worth. It was my first buy for a newer drone. So far i have found the drone does not do well in heavy winds. But other than that its a good starter. Only thing i dodnt like was the batteries dont last long.

For the money it's a fantastic drone. For top end photography it's lacking which it should given the price. I am so glad I learned how to fly a drone with this one! Lots of fun and easy to take along!

Awesome drone for a very low price. Very easy to use and great customer service as well. Once you understand all the controls it’s simple to fly and even takes great photos! 10/10 would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a smaller drone.