The Syma X20 is great! The X20 is much easier to fly indoors, and much more stable, than a drone and helicopter I’ve had in the past. By the time of its second flight (or should I say second charge) I was already figuring out how to fly it around the house without frequently crashing it.
It is a lot more fun flying a drone when you can easily control it and fly it without constant crashes!
The only other drone I’ve tried in the past was a small drone (slightly larger) that ran nearly twice the price of this drone. It was three years ago and it was a well-reviewed “beginners” drone. But while it was fun to fly I was never quite able to really get the hang of flying it without quickly crashing every minute or so after a few months my interest faded away. I had similar experiences with a small helicopter a couple years before that.
With the X20 I was quickly able to learn to control it. It is much more stable and can hover in one place with a minimal amount of effort and is lots of fun to fly around the house. I did spend a few minutes getting it trimmed, as described in the instructions, to stabilize it but was able to accomplish that in my second 5 minute session with it which helped a lot – a tip I read in another review here.
I like the looks and size of the X20 as well. I really appreciate the fact that you charge it by plugging a standard micro USB charging cable (one cable is included with the kit) into a socket on the drone itself. The drone and helicopter I used in the past required removing the battery and a special charging cable. Now I don’t have to worry about finding the charging cable as it’s the same kind used for many small electronics, including most non-apple phones and tablets, so I always have one handy around the house.
Since receiving the X20 about two weeks ago I’ve only had a handful of chances to fly it (I’m a busy adult) but with it being so easy to control and fly I’m loving it!
| Brand | DoDoeleph |
|---|---|
| Model Name | DoDoeleph Pocket Drone |
| Special Feature | 360 Degree Flip, 2.4GHz Remote Control, Headless Mode, TWO Speed Switch, One Key Start/Land |
| Age Range (Description) | Kid |
| Color | Gold |
| Video Capture Resolution | 1080p |
| Connectivity Technology | 2.4G |
| Included Components | Remote Control |
| Skill Level | Beginner |
| Item Weight | 0.77 Grams |
| Battery Capacity | 180 Milliamp Hours |
| Video Capture Format | MP4 |
| Remote Control Technology | 2.4G |
| Control Type | control,rc |
| Media Type | SD |
| Maximum Range | 20 Meters |
| Material | ABS |
| Wireless Communication Technology | RF |
| Battery Cell Composition | Lithium Ion |
| Are Batteries Included | Yes |
| Video Output Resolution | 1080p |
| Remote Control Included? | Yes |
| Optical Sensor Technology | CMOS |
| Rechargeable Battery Included | No |
| Product Dimensions | 4"L x 4"W x 1"H |
| UPC | 850049014465 |
| Manufacturer | Syma |
| Item Weight | 0.027 ounces |
| Item model number | RCDroneX20-FBA-3 |
| Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included) |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Manufacturer Part Number | RCDroneX20-FBA-3 |
| Special Features | 360 Degree Flip, 2.4GHz Remote Control, Headless Mode, TWO Speed Switch, One Key Start/Land |
