Just over a year later and we have its successor; in theInsta360 Flow Pro.
Included clamp magnetic mount (left) and MagSafe-compatible mount (right), sold separately.
The magnetic clamp mount launched as part of the original Insta360 Flow (pictured).
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The silver lining is a newMagSafe-compatible mount, which Insta360 launched alongside the Flow Pro.
The included tripod is convenient, if a little flimsy.
If possible, pair the Flow Pro with a dedicated tripod, for maximum stability.
The selfie stick is difficult to extend on a box-fresh Flow Pro, but undeniably useful.
At the other end of the handle is a concealed tripod, which pulls out and splits apart.
Don’t been fooled by the Flow Pro’s seemingly minimalist control scheme, though.
With the Flow Pro, the horizontal pan motor has been redesigned to allow for continuous 360-degree rotation.
There’s also the matter of the Flow Pro’s currently-unique party piece: Apple DockKit support.
charging the gimbal), and one hidden underneath the shorter tilt axis arm of the Flow Pro.
This second port is actually a power-out, meant to keep accessories like the aforementioned Insta360 Spotlight shining.
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First reviewed August 2024
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The MagSafe-compatible mount for the Flow Pro costs extra but is worth it if you don’t need to attach the Spotlight accessory.
(Image credit: Future| Alex Walker-Todd)
(Image credit: Future| Alex Walker-Todd)
(Image credit: Future| Alex Walker-Todd)
Partially extending the Flow Pro’s integrated tripod is the easiest way to improve the grip offered by its short handle, but it’s not perfect.
The new integrated NFC tag makes initial pairing and setup with an iPhone a cinch.
The Insta360 app is feature-packed
