Image quality is excellent overall, but it’s not perfect, and pricing is arguably a little steep.

So, this puts more advanced selfie drones at a total of four to choose from.

So, what are the key differences between the two models?

HoverAir X1 PRO / PROMAX in hand

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Both capture photos in JPEG format.

Pricing for Australia is in USD.

The PRO version costs $679 / 629 while the PROMAX version costs $879 / 799.

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The propellers are fully enclosed in a tough plastic frame that keeps the propellers, people and objects safe.

Most of the time in these situations, the drones simply lose the subject.

Thermal batteries are available separately for use in cold climates with temperatures as low as -4F / -20C.

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Both can also fly over water, snow, cliffs and at night when OmniTerrain is active.

Tracking performance is also excellent and the drones were able to navigate complex environments with ease.

This makes sense since the PROMAX is capable of capturing 8K video which has high storage demands.

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Both can also take microSD cards up to a 1GB capacity.

One aspect of the PRO and PROMAX that hugely improves useability and extends performance is the optional accessories.

Other accessories include a set of four ND filters for controlling shutter speed when capturing video.

HoverAir X1 PRO / PROMAX OLED screen

These are comprised of ND8, ND16, ND32 and ND64 filters in a small hard case.

But only if you have the storage available to keep such large video files.

There are also 2.7K and 1080p vertical video options with both drones at frame rates up to 60fps.

HoverAir X1 PRO / PROMAX unfolded for flight

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The PROMAX can capture in this mode with the zoom feature available, or at a higher 8000x6000px resolution.

The larger sensor of the PROMAX undoubtedly produces better image quality, but the PRO remains impressive overall.

You value innovative designThese drones and their companion accessories are incredibly innovative and easy to use.

HoverAir X1 PRO / PROMAX bottom of drone

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They offer a true balance of style and substance.

HoverAir X1 PRO / PROMAX enclosed propellers

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HoverAir X1 PRO / PROMAX combo case with drone and accessories

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HoverAir X1 PRO / PROMAX combo case

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Hover X1 app showing manual flight controls

HoverAir X1 PRO / PROMAX OLED screens

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HoverAir X1 PRO / PROMAX together

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HoverAir X1 PRO / PROMAX together

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HoverAir X1 PRO / PROMAX one handed controller

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HoverAir X1 PRO / PROMAX carry bag

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HoverAir X1 PRO / PROMAX beacon and joystick bundle

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HoverAir X1 PRO / PROMAX beacon attached to bike

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HoverAir X1 PRO / PROMAX joystick controller

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HoverAir X1 PRO / PROMAX ND filters

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HoverAir X1 PRO / PROMAX power case

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HoverAir X1 PRO / PROMAX  power case

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HoverAir X1 PRO / PROMAX camera

Photo taken with the HoverAir X1 Pro / PROMAX

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Photo taken with the HoverAir X1 Pro / PROMAX

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Photo taken with the HoverAir X1 Pro / PROMAX

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Photo taken with the HoverAir X1 Pro / PROMAX

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Photo taken with the HoverAir X1 Pro / PROMAX

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Photo taken with the HoverAir X1 Pro / PROMAX

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Photo taken with the HoverAir X1 Pro / PROMAX

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Photo taken with the HoverAir X1 Pro / PROMAX

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Photo taken with the HoverAir X1 Pro / PROMAX

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Photo taken with the HoverAir X1 Pro / PROMAX

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